Cary · Wake County, NC

Food & Drink in Cary

Scout analyzed 68 Cary places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

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Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

1.1 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

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Stone Creek Village

2 matching spots

Gabel Farms

1 matching spots

S Walker St Apartments

1 matching spots

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TrYSeafood Grill Cary

TrYSeafood Grill is a good spot for a sit-down dinner featuring seafood, suitable for dates or family meals. Plan for about 90 minutes and a cost of $30-60 per person.

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$30–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Esteamed Coffee

Esteamed Coffee is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, suitable for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

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$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

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Thousand Hills Coffee

This coffee shop is ideal for a quick solo stop or a casual meet-up, serving coffee and light bites. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

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$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery

Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery is ideal for a casual breakfast or lunch, offering a quick bite or coffee for under $15 per person. It works well as a solo stop or a family outing, typically lasting 30 minutes to an hour.

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$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Common Grounds Coffee House & Desserts

This coffee shop is a good spot for a casual morning or afternoon stop, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and snack. It can be paired with a stroll through downtown Apex. Expect to spend about an hour here.

FoodShoppingViews

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Gabel Farms

Cafe Soul Cups

Cafe Soul Cups is suitable for a solo stop for coffee or a quick bite, or a casual meet-up with a friend. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and about $10-$25 per person.

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$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Cha House Cary

Cha House is a casual spot for bubble tea and light snacks. It's suitable for a quick stop during errands or a relaxed afternoon break, typically costing under $15 per person for an hour-long visit.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Pineapple Sol

This is a good spot for a casual breakfast or brunch, fitting into a morning outing or as a starting point for a day of errands. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-25 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$15–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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La Farm Bakery

Bakeshop & espresso bar with a full French & American cafe menu served all day, plus Sunday brunch.

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45 min visit

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Academy Street Bistro

Academy Street Bistro is suitable for a dinner outing, offering New American dishes and cocktails. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $35-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$35–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

S Walker St Apartments

SAAP

SAAP is a restaurant suitable for a meal as a primary outing or paired with a local activity. Expect a visit of about an hour, costing roughly $15-35 per person for food.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Pro's Epicurean Ristorante

Pro's Epicurean is suitable for a casual dinner or a solo stop for gourmet items, often taking an hour or more. Expect to spend $25-$50 per person on food and perhaps a drink.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

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BREW Coffee Bar

BREW Coffee Bar is suitable for a casual solo stop or a brief family outing, typically costing $5-15 per person for an hour or so, and could be combined with local downtown Cary shopping.

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$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

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Fount Coffee + Kitchen

Fount Coffee + Kitchen is a good spot for a casual coffee, light meal, or brunch, especially for those seeking organic or gluten-free options. Expect to spend $10-$30 per person for an hour-long visit, ideal as a standalone outing or pre/post-activity stop.

FoodShoppingWellness

$10–$30 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Scratch Kitchen & Taproom

This is a casual spot for a meal that could fit into an evening out or a family lunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-30 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Stone Creek Village

Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village

Tazza Kitchen is a good spot for a casual weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal with friends or family. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

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$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Chef's Palette

Chef's Palette is a good choice for a dinner out, offering American cuisine in a pleasant setting. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $40-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$40–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen

Lucky 32 offers Southern farm-to-table dining for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-60 per person, making it suitable for a casual dinner or lunch.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Brecotea

Brecotea is good for a casual stop for pastries and drinks, either solo or with family. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and around $8-$20 per person.

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$8–$20 typical45 min visiteasy parking

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Crawford Brothers Steakhouse

Crawford Brothers Steakhouse is suitable for a formal dinner outing, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours with a per-person spend of $75-$150. It pairs well with a show or drinks before/after, and reservations are advisable.

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$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Dampf Good BBQ

Dampf Good BBQ is a straightforward spot for casual barbecue, suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-35 per person for a meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

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Bosphorus Restaurant

Bosphorus is a relaxed spot for Turkish and Mediterranean food, good for a casual meal with family or friends. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person for an hour-long visit, and parking should be easy in the strip mall.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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Peck & Plume

Peck & Plume is a stylish spot for Southern-inspired American dining, ideal for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $35-80 per person for a meal.

FoodCocktailsViews

$35–$80 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

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Crema Coffee Roaster & Bakery

Crema is a solid spot for a casual coffee break or a quick bite, perfect for solo work, a quiet chat, or a family snack. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a pastry, with visits typically lasting an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking