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🍕 Raleigh’s secret sauce

45+ places to get pizza in Raleigh
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Thursday through Saturday, Benchwarmers becomes a pizza shop with thick pies. | Photo provided by Benchwarmers Bagels
Whenever we’re feeling saucy, we like to dig into a slice of local pizza. Raleigh’s pizza scene is bubbling with options — and we keep finding ways to top ourselves. If you’re on the quest for the perfect slice, we’ve pie-oneered a list of nearly 40 places to grab pizza in Raleigh that are definitely worth the dough.

Raleigh-style

Benchwarmer’s Bagels, 500 E. Davie St. | Thursdays through Saturdays are pizza nights at this bagel shop — savor inventive yet unpretentious specials that are different every time.
Oakwood Pizza Box, 610 N. Person St. | Our readers raved about this Oakwood pizzeria’s crust — including its gluten-free option — and variety of toppings.
Trophy Brewing & Pizza, 827 W. Morgan St. | Grab a Raleigh-brewed beer and some friends to share a signature pizza with — or a personal size to keep to yourself.

Fancier fare

Colletta, 1 Fenton Main St., Ste. 170, Cary | Our favorite pie at this Fenton restaurant is the Regina Colletta with three cheeses, arugula, prosciutto, and aged balsamic.
Giorgio Pizza Bar, 141 Park at North Hills St., Ste. 112 | This North Hills spot has unique pies named after Italian filmmakers and stars like the Fellini, Pasolini, and Ornella.
Hummingbird, 1053 E. Whitaker Mill Rd., Ste. 111 | While this restaurant is mainly New Orleans-inspired, the pizza is made Detroit-style with thick and chewy crust.

Local legends

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Benny Capitale’s, 121 Fayetteville St., Ste 110 | This pizza spot is right in the heart of downtown and offers massive individual slices like the Bro Cheese made with broccoli, beer cheese, and crispy onions.
The Pizza Times, 210 S. Wilmington St. | In addition to plenty of topping and sauce options, add on Peruvian grilled wings or the cheesesteak.
Vic’s Italian Restaurant, multiple locations | This family owned joint has been in Raleigh for nearly 30 years — Reader Kat W. said it’s the crust that makes these pies.

Click below for gluten-free ‘za, non-dairy options, wood-fired pies, and plenty more slices in the City of Oaks.
29 more local pizzerias
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Events
Friday, Jan. 12
  • Acrylic Paint Pouring 101 | Friday, Jan. 12 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $65 | Learn how to paint pour in this workshop led by a pro and take home your creations.
  • North Carolina Symphony - Debussy “La Mer” | Friday, Jan. 12-Saturday, Jan. 13 | 8 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $25-$90 | Explore one of this classical musician’s most celebrated works, among other pieces.
Saturday, Jan. 13
  • Movies at The Library: “The Super Mario Bros Movie” | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 2:30-4 p.m. | Southgate Community Library, 1601-14 Cross Link Rd., Raleigh | Free | Bring the family early to build a LEGO racing car before watching video game characters hit the big screen.
  • TAYTAY Party | Saturday, Jan. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Lincoln Theatre, 126 E. Cabarrus St., Raleigh | $15-$20 | This two-hour nonstop dance party features some of Taylor Swift’s greatest hits.
Sunday, Jan. 14
  • Pride Flow: Free Yoga Class | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Current Wellness, 219 S. East St., Raleigh | Free | This no-charge, all levels class is intended for queer and trans folks to meet in the community.
  • Paint Your Own Book Tote | Sunday, Jan. 14 | 1-3 p.m. | Joy Worthy Co., 131 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | $60 | If you need some inspo to conquer your to-be-read pile this year, make a unique tote to carry your books.
Monday, Jan. 15
  • John Chavis Memorial Park Presents King Day Celebration | Monday, Jan. 15 | 12-3 p.m. | John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh | Free | Celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. with a clean-up event, educational presentations, activities for kids, and a birthday celebration for King.
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News Notes
Closing
Coming Soon
  • Although Bal Harbour is leaving, North Hills will welcome sister retailers J.Crew and Madewell in 2024 as part of the Main District’s expansion. These apparel brands will join a slew of restaurants + eateries including True Food Kitchen and Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Announced
  • The NC Chinese Lantern Festival has closed early due to severe weather causing structural damage to many lanterns, including a large floating dragon boat, which has partially sunk. Those who purchased tickets for the remaining days of the festival will receive an email regarding refunds. (ABC11)
Open
  • Former traveling espresso cart Quarter Note Coffee has opened a brick and mortar location near Crabtree. We’re eyeing the opening week special: The French Quarter, a maple bourbon latte with a dash of cayenne.
Try This
  • Raleigh sweet shop Mon Macaron opened its third location today at 5249 Capital Blvd. in north Raleigh. Sounds like celebratory champagne macarons and a giant macaron tower are in order.
Plan Ahead
Finance
  • 2024’s “it card” is here. Not only does it offer a $200 bonus, but also unlimited 1.5% cash back and 0% intro APR until 2025. (Oh, and did we mention the annual fee? No — because there isn’t one.) Learn more + apply.*
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Wellness
  • Make monthly massages part of your 2024 wellness routine with a Massage Envy membership. With customizable sessions + flexible services, memberships are an easy way to build a self-care practice, even when life has other plans. See member perks and book an appointment at Brier Creek.*
Health
  • Anxiety can make every day a challenge. Connect with a therapist on BetterHelp + take the first step towards a calmer mind. Save 25% with BetterHelp’s New Year offer.*
 
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What does the new year have in store for the City of Oaks? | Photo by @dyyymondaerials
Gaze into your crystal ball and tell us... what’s in the cards for Raleigh in 2024?

That’s what we’re asking you, our readers, to tell us. On our list of questions for 2024 predictions, we’re wondering:
  • Will a Raleigh chef win a James Beard Award?
  • Will the Canes win the Stanley Cup?
  • When will our temperatures hit 90° again?
  • Will Taylor Swift announce a surprise concert at Carter-Finley Stadium?
  • Will one of our commodes be a contender for the Best Bathroom awards?
Got any other predictions for us? Take our survey. Regardless of what 2024 has in store, we’re looking forward to seeing what happens. All we know for sure is that we’ll be there to keep you updated on what’s to come.
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Today’s edition by:
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Happy Friday, Raleigh. Looking to read more this year? Join the Social Equity Book Club to expand your horizons about important issues. The first book is “A Terrible Thing to Waste: Environmental Racism and Its Assault on the American Mind” by Harriet A. Washington, which will be discussed virtually Feb. 29.
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