Restaurants

Jul 2, 2026

Owners of popular downtown bakery announce plans for board game cafe

Photo courtesy of The Sweet PalettePatsy Crawford and her sons, Adam and Zack, are collaborating to open Thirsty Gamers Cafe in the space next to their successful dessert shop, The Sweet Pallette. “As a family, we've always loved playing board g ...

Jun 30, 2026

A taste of home: Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

Brought to the community by Owner and Head Chef Eddie Claude, everything from the names of the cocktails to the food featured pays tribute to his home country of Haiti and his late grandmother, after whom the restaurant is named. ...

Jun 30, 2026

Two-year turnaround: Local Subway restaurants revamped under new ownership

It has been a busy two years for the co-owners of the local Fayetteville and Hope Mills Subway locations. From new leadership to a new look, their team has been working on a complete refresh of the brand known for freshly made, customizable meals. ...

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Jun 25, 2026

Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville. ...

Jun 23, 2026

From Haymount to Hoke: Haymount Truck Stop announces second location coming to Hoke County in 2027

The new spot will be located outside of the Bedford neighborhood in Hoke County. Though not in Haymount, the new location will retain the name Haymount Truck Stop. ...

Jun 18, 2026

Fayetteville nonprofit launches mobile food trailer to train men rebuilding their lives in culinary arts

The initiative will bring freshly prepared meals directly to underserved areas while providing hands-on culinary job training and career pathways for men rebuilding their lives after homelessness and poverty. ...

Jun 16, 2026

Sips of Grace NC serves up sweet drinks and a spiritual message

Sips of Grace NC, owned and operated by Nina Turner, serves up fresh-squeezed lemonade with customizations available and specialty layered drinks. ...

Jun 16, 2026

Halftime Hangout now open in Raeford

Halftime Hangout, a Veteran-owned and family-operated restaurant, is now open at 2080 Club Pond Rd in Raeford, just in time for the FIFA World Cup, U.S. Open and baseball season. ...

Jun 9, 2026

Meet the muffin man: Miller’s Brew Coffee Shop launches Muffins by Michael on Monday

Michael Brown, long time Miller's Brew Crew Member and FTCC graduate is ready to bake. His muffins include blueberry, chocolate chocolate chip and banana bread. Photo provided by: Miller's Brew Coffee Shop The team behind local 501(c)(3) no ...


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In The Current Issue

Fairytale fare: Once Upon a Bite serves up charcuterie spreads that tell a story

Once Upon a Bite launched in early 2026 and has continued to grow through local markets, festivals, private events and community partnerships throughout the Fayetteville area.


Growing and glowing: Skin Specialists of Fayetteville expands into new Owen Drive facility, plans July grand reopening

Photo provided by Skin Specialists of FayettevilleA Veteran-owned Fayetteville medical spa that launched during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a multi-disciplinary aesthetics and wellness practice — winning the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Be


Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville.