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City/town information
Whether you’re a visitor, a proud native or an enthusiastic tourist, you’re not “hip” until you’ve become well-versed on the ins and outs of the Queen City’s story.
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Whether you’re a visitor, a proud native or an enthusiastic tourist, you’re not “hip” until you’ve become well-versed on the ins and outs of the Queen City’s story.
Neighborhoods
We are located right in the middle of Plaza Midwood.
Plaza Midwood is a trendy, laid-back neighborhood known for its nightlife, with plenty of low-key dive bars and intimate music venues like Snug Harbor. There’s also a vibrant restaurant scene featuring comfort food eateries, barbecue joints, gastropubs and several popular ice-cream shops. Stores sell everything from consignment and vintage clothing to records and locally made artisan goods and jewelry.
https://www.historysouth.org/downtown-plaza-midwood/
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Plaza Midwood
We are located right in the middle of Plaza Midwood.
Plaza Midwood is a trendy, laid-back neighborhood known for its nightlife, with plenty of low-key dive bars and intimate music venues like Snug Harbor. There’s also a vibrant restaurant scene featuring comfort food eateries, barbecue joints, gastropubs and several popular ice-cream shops. Stores sell everything from consignment and vintage clothing to records and locally made artisan goods and jewelry.
https://www.historysouth.org/downtown-plaza-midwood/
Shopping
This is a one of a kind store where you will find unique and vintage clothes of all kinds! Looking for some awesome new threads? Head to Boris and Natasha for some fabulous outfits for both men and women. Not only will you find a cute new outfit, but they also sell shoes and accessories, like fabulous hats, sunglasses and jewelry! No matter what you’re looking for, we bet that you won’t leave empty-handed.
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Boris & Natasha
2910 The PlazaThis is a one of a kind store where you will find unique and vintage clothes of all kinds! Looking for some awesome new threads? Head to Boris and Natasha for some fabulous outfits for both men and women. Not only will you find a cute new outfit, but they also sell shoes and accessories, like fabulous hats, sunglasses and jewelry! No matter what you’re looking for, we bet that you won’t leave empty-handed.
North Carolina favorite smoke shop for Water pipes, Hand pipes, CBD, E-Cigs, Juul, Kratom, Vapes, Hookahs, Vaporizers and more.
High Life Smoke Shop Central
1525 Central AveNorth Carolina favorite smoke shop for Water pipes, Hand pipes, CBD, E-Cigs, Juul, Kratom, Vapes, Hookahs, Vaporizers and more.
CLTCH
1512 Central AveJewelry, accessories and gifts for all!
Off-beat boutique carrying retro apparel & accessories from the 1940s–1990s, plus colorful wigs.
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Stash Pad
2708 Monroe RoadOff-beat boutique carrying retro apparel & accessories from the 1940s–1990s, plus colorful wigs.
After Hours Bar
Funky bar featuring kitschy decor & pub grub, plus live music & Ping-Pong on the outdoor patio. If you’re looking for a good time, Thomas Street Tavern is the place to go. Apart from their yummy food, they have a decent drink selection and an awesome back patio, which features two ping pong tables, corn hole, two “sink and hook” games and fire pits.
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Thomas Street Tavern
1218 Thomas AveFunky bar featuring kitschy decor & pub grub, plus live music & Ping-Pong on the outdoor patio. If you’re looking for a good time, Thomas Street Tavern is the place to go. Apart from their yummy food, they have a decent drink selection and an awesome back patio, which features two ping pong tables, corn hole, two “sink and hook” games and fire pits.
Hip music venue, dressed up with a nautical feel, hosting local & regional rock acts plus DJ nights.
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Snug Harbor
1228 Gordon StHip music venue, dressed up with a nautical feel, hosting local & regional rock acts plus DJ nights.
Intimate gastropub with craft beer, elevated bar fare & specialty cocktails, plus outdoor space. One of the new kids on the block, The Workman’s Friend is Plaza Midwood’s own Irish pub. Apart from their awesome environment (two fireplaces — one in, one out — and a perfect outdoor patio), they have amazing drinks (including a killer Irish coffee) and the best fish and chips. Between the pub atmosphere, delish drinks and authentic food, The Workman’s Friend is definitely worth checking out.
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Workman’s Friend
1531 Central AveIntimate gastropub with craft beer, elevated bar fare & specialty cocktails, plus outdoor space. One of the new kids on the block, The Workman’s Friend is Plaza Midwood’s own Irish pub. Apart from their awesome environment (two fireplaces — one in, one out — and a perfect outdoor patio), they have amazing drinks (including a killer Irish coffee) and the best fish and chips. Between the pub atmosphere, delish drinks and authentic food, The Workman’s Friend is definitely worth checking out.
A nice chill bar with live music occasionally and pool tables. Outside porch for smoking while you drink if you smoke.
Midwood Country Club
2123 Central AveA nice chill bar with live music occasionally and pool tables. Outside porch for smoking while you drink if you smoke.
Global small plates, sushi & cocktails, plus DJs spinning after 10 PM, in a hip, cozy setting. Swanky spot for dinner and drinks, Soul Gastrolounge should be your first stop. From small plates to skewers and sushi to dips, Soul’s menu is packed with so many delicious choices for you to choose from. We love their tapas, like the lamb lollipops, the sashimi tuna tacos and the Dirty South Nachos. If you’re looking for a spot to grab some post-work drinks, a date spot or your next stop for girls’ night out, we totally recommend Soul.
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Soul Gastrolounge
1500 B Central AveGlobal small plates, sushi & cocktails, plus DJs spinning after 10 PM, in a hip, cozy setting. Swanky spot for dinner and drinks, Soul Gastrolounge should be your first stop. From small plates to skewers and sushi to dips, Soul’s menu is packed with so many delicious choices for you to choose from. We love their tapas, like the lamb lollipops, the sashimi tuna tacos and the Dirty South Nachos. If you’re looking for a spot to grab some post-work drinks, a date spot or your next stop for girls’ night out, we totally recommend Soul.
Relaxed Wine Bar w/ 16 Rotating Wines By the Glass, 350+ Retail Bottles, and a Wine-Friendly Food Menu.
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The Bohemian: A Wine Bar
1319 Pecan AveRelaxed Wine Bar w/ 16 Rotating Wines By the Glass, 350+ Retail Bottles, and a Wine-Friendly Food Menu.
Apart from their expansive patio and selection of board games, Legion also has trivia nights on Tuesdays and a run club that happens every Thursday night. “We hope that having a brewery here in Plaza Midwood creates a grounding point to attract people to this neighborhood. It is great to see folks stop into Legion for a beer and then proceed to one of the restaurants in the neighborhood,” says Legion Brewing owner, Phil Buchy. “At other times, we benefit when restaurant patrons head to Legion after they dine, perhaps to enjoy some live music with friends.” Whether it be your starting point before a night out, or your end game after dinner, stop by Legion and grab a cold beverage.
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Legion Brewing
1906 Commonwealth AveApart from their expansive patio and selection of board games, Legion also has trivia nights on Tuesdays and a run club that happens every Thursday night. “We hope that having a brewery here in Plaza Midwood creates a grounding point to attract people to this neighborhood. It is great to see folks stop into Legion for a beer and then proceed to one of the restaurants in the neighborhood,” says Legion Brewing owner, Phil Buchy. “At other times, we benefit when restaurant patrons head to Legion after they dine, perhaps to enjoy some live music with friends.” Whether it be your starting point before a night out, or your end game after dinner, stop by Legion and grab a cold beverage.
Bar and Deli
Popular spot offering draft brews & deli sandwiches amid a convenience store, plus outdoor seating. Open since 2002, Common Market became the go-to destination for anybody and everybody. Known for their deli-style cuisine, beer and wine selection and, of course, their coffee, Common Market is open 365 days a year and should be at the top of your list next time you need a quick breakfast or lunch!
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Common Market
2007 Commonwealth AvePopular spot offering draft brews & deli sandwiches amid a convenience store, plus outdoor seating. Open since 2002, Common Market became the go-to destination for anybody and everybody. Known for their deli-style cuisine, beer and wine selection and, of course, their coffee, Common Market is open 365 days a year and should be at the top of your list next time you need a quick breakfast or lunch!
Food scene
Best sushi in town! Asian cuisine's greatest hits, including pho & sushi, are served in a stylish room or on a patio.
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Akahana
1308 The PlazaBest sushi in town! Asian cuisine's greatest hits, including pho & sushi, are served in a stylish room or on a patio.
Regional BBQ specialties are served up in a road-house-like setting with a rooftop deck. Lovers of Midwood Smokehouse swear by their brisket and pulled pork. Even better, they have multiple sauces for you to choose from — whether you’re Eastern Carolina or South Carolina, they’ve got something to satisfy those taste buds. Other popular items on the menu include their queso appetizer, mac and cheese and tacos. Honestly, you can’t go wrong at Midwood; just be prepared to loosen your belt a bit as you leave.
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Midwood Smokehouse
1401 Central AveRegional BBQ specialties are served up in a road-house-like setting with a rooftop deck. Lovers of Midwood Smokehouse swear by their brisket and pulled pork. Even better, they have multiple sauces for you to choose from — whether you’re Eastern Carolina or South Carolina, they’ve got something to satisfy those taste buds. Other popular items on the menu include their queso appetizer, mac and cheese and tacos. Honestly, you can’t go wrong at Midwood; just be prepared to loosen your belt a bit as you leave.
"Casual counter offering classic, sustainably sourced Mediterranean fare in a bright, colorful space."
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YAFO Kitchen
1331 Central Ave"Casual counter offering classic, sustainably sourced Mediterranean fare in a bright, colorful space."
Southern fare with Mexican & Cajun touches from breakfast to late-night in a no-frills setting. Walking into Dish is like walking into your grandma’s house — it’s warm and homey with all your favorite foods. Dish is a purveyor of Southern favorites like deviled eggs, chicken and dumplings, shrimp and grits and country fried steak. The best part? It offers an unpretentious environment with amazing food that won’t break the bank.
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dish
1220 Thomas AveSouthern fare with Mexican & Cajun touches from breakfast to late-night in a no-frills setting. Walking into Dish is like walking into your grandma’s house — it’s warm and homey with all your favorite foods. Dish is a purveyor of Southern favorites like deviled eggs, chicken and dumplings, shrimp and grits and country fried steak. The best part? It offers an unpretentious environment with amazing food that won’t break the bank.
When we’re looking for a place for a big juicy burger or hot dog, The Diamond is where we go. The food is delicious and the prices are phenomenal. Where else can you get a side of hushpuppies for only $1.75 or a small burger for under $6?! Whatever you order make sure you leave room for dessert, because their menu boasts Southern favorites like banana pudding, peach cobbler and apple pie. We also really like sitting on their patio when it’s nice outside.
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Diamond Restaurant
1901 Commonwealth AveWhen we’re looking for a place for a big juicy burger or hot dog, The Diamond is where we go. The food is delicious and the prices are phenomenal. Where else can you get a side of hushpuppies for only $1.75 or a small burger for under $6?! Whatever you order make sure you leave room for dessert, because their menu boasts Southern favorites like banana pudding, peach cobbler and apple pie. We also really like sitting on their patio when it’s nice outside.
Breakfast Cafe (Vegan Options)
Funky cafe with shuffleboards serving organic, local & sustainable fare from breakfast to dinner. The atmosphere is funky and fun (much like Plaza Midwood itself) with local art adorning the walls, bright colors and quirky coffee mugs filled with anything from their specialty coffee menu or an Irish coffee from the bar if you’re feeling it (but only after 11 a.m.). “My favorite thing about this neighborhood is how each owner and business operator gets along so well — I feel like we really look out for each other,” says Zada Janes’ owner
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Zada Jane's Corner Cafe
1601 Central AveFunky cafe with shuffleboards serving organic, local & sustainable fare from breakfast to dinner. The atmosphere is funky and fun (much like Plaza Midwood itself) with local art adorning the walls, bright colors and quirky coffee mugs filled with anything from their specialty coffee menu or an Irish coffee from the bar if you’re feeling it (but only after 11 a.m.). “My favorite thing about this neighborhood is how each owner and business operator gets along so well — I feel like we really look out for each other,” says Zada Janes’ owner