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Durham’s New Hope Commons has welcomed KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot, offering an interactive, all-you-can-eat dining experience blending traditional hot pot with Korean barbecue. They also operate a location on Capital Blvd. in Raleigh.
Durham’s beloved wood-fired pizza spot, Pizzeria Toro, is bringing a new location to Raleigh’s Seaboard Station. The shared space with The Common Market is set to open by summer 2026.
Krill Restaurant on Ramseur St. in Durham has closed, but the space won’t stay empty long. Nerra Dining, a fresh seafood-focused concept with a bar and provisions, is preparing to launch later this month.
Patrick Shanahan, the mind behind Watts & Ward and Peregrine, will debut Capulet Cocktail Club this fall. Inspired by Italian cocktails, it will open at The Exchange at Midtown near Peregrine.
Raleigh’s first romance bookstore and wine bar, Bright Side Books & Wine, is opening this fall at Platform Apartments. Guests can expect themed clubs, author events, trivia nights, and curated wine pairings.
Anthony and Brett Guerra, owners of Oakwood Pizza Box, have opened St. Pierre Wine Shop & Bar. Partnering with sommelier Scott Hardiman, the new space offers relaxed wine gatherings with food soon to be curated by chef Vivian Howard.
After five and a half years, Moe’s Original BBQ near Vin Rouge in Durham has served its last meal. Friday, Sept. 12 marked their final day of service.
Foxcroft Wine Co. has reintroduced itself as Foxcroft Food & Wine, better reflecting its full-service dining experience in addition to its wine offerings.
A new ramen and sushi spot, Kinya, is preparing to open in Durham’s Southpoint area (202 WNC 54 Hwy, Suite 506). This will be the restaurant’s first North Carolina location.