Laughter was the soundtrack of this team lunch. | Photo by RALtoday
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 over 40 places to grab pizza in Raleigh that are definitely worth the dough.
Raleigh-style
Oak City Pizza & Grill | Get a savory taste by the slice or whole pie from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Local legends
Benny Capitale’s, 121 Fayetteville St., Ste 110 | This spot is in the heart of downtown and offers massive individual slices like the Bro Cheese.
Brick oven
Bare Baked Pizza | Located in Morgan Street Food Hall, thiswood-fired pizza spot features an open kitchen, giving you a front row seat to the craftsmanship.
If you can’t take the wheat (gluten free)
Venture Pizza | Feast on an internationally inspired pie with toppings like paneer tikka masala and Korean bulgogi.
Beyond Beginner: Strategic Mahjong Lessons | Tuesday, Feb. 18-Thursday, Feb. 20 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, Cary | $225 | Hone and improve your game in this three-part intermediate lesson — plus, light snacks + bevs are included.
Monday, Feb. 17
“Sula” by Toni Morrison | 3-4 p.m. | Southgate Community Library | Free | Join this librarian-led discussion of “Sula” and share your thoughts in community with other readers.
Trivia Night | 6:30 p.m. | West Street Dog | Free | Test your knowledge and enjoy $5 draft beers + prizes — no dog required.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Un-LEASHed Fashion Floral Design Class | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | The Florapist at cornerstone clubhouse | $50 | Create a stylish pet floral collar for a furever friend.
Stargazing | 6:30-9 p.m. | The Willard Rooftop | Free | Take stargazing to new levels with the Raleigh Astronomy Club + creative cocktails inspired by the stars.
Dominion Realty has cut back plans for a 20-story tower downtown near Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, now proposing a seven-story residential building with 545 units. The shift comes during a struggling office market and rising construction costs. The project will include amenities like courtyards and a pool. (Triangle Business journal)
Mansion Monday
All-brick exterior, hardwood floors, and a built-in stone fireplace are all wrapped into this 5,778 sqft luxurious single-family residence. The four bedroom, four bathroom estate just hit the market in Commonwealth Estates at Enchanted Oaks, near Lake Wheeler Park. See inside the expansive home’s chef’s kitchen, private flex space, and screened porch.
Edu
Wake County schools are considering bringing back limited remote instruction days to avoid making up weather-related closures. The board is exploring using up to five remote days per year, but concerns about accessibility, internet issues, and the effectiveness of remote learning remain unresolved. (The News & Observer)
Cause
Join Models for Charity’s annual clothing drive on Friday, Feb. 28, from 7 to 9 p.m. In collaboration with Note in the Pocket, donations of gently used clothes and new socks will go toward helping homeless + impoverished families. Attendees can enjoy live music, bites from Clockwork, and a raffle.
Ranked
Forbes named 13 Triangle-based employers among the best in America out of 498 others, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC, Duke University, SASR Workforce Solutions, and Epic Games. These companies, recognized for employee satisfaction, work environment, and opportunities, represent top employers in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Chapel Hill. (The News & Observer)
Community
The City of Raleigh’s Department of Transportation is seeking input through multiple surveys to improve safety and transportation. Topics include the Tarboro Street Corridor, Bikeshare program, Glenwood South safety, and the Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Residents are encouraged to share feedback by completing the surveys before their respective deadlines.
Travel
Raleigh, are you ready to experience the charm of Louisville? With Breeze Airways’ nonstop flights from RDU, you can immerse yourself in world-famous bourbon, thrilling horse racing, and a vibrant food scene. Fly affordably and comfortably with Breeze’s seriously nice service. Book your trip.*
Number
$0. That’s how much it costs to post your first job listing on our community job board. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain — you’ll discover talented local candidates. Try it now.
Category
Closing
Local shop The Green Monkey’s final days
The Green Monkey has served the community at its Wilmington Street location since 2023. | Photo by RALtoday
Local gift shop and bar The Green Monkey will close the doors to its Wilmington Street brick-and-mortar storefront on Saturday, March 15.
Owners Rusty Sutton and Drew Temple expressed in a statement on the store’s website, “While our physical shop is closing, we’re here and working on moving our operations online.”
Additionally, though the physical location will close, its community involvement won’t end. Weekly events including Wednesday trivia and Hell Yeah I Have Bingo on Saturdays will continue + relocate to Libations 317 beginning in April.
What about the shopping? Patrons can find the local retailer at festivals, pop-ups, and online. Plus, all loyalty rewards will shift to the online platform.
I tried Umami Japanese Steakhouse in Brier Creek this weekend and it exceeded my expectations. I ordered the Monster roll as an appetizer with crab + avocado and the shrimp and steak hibachi for my entree. I tried to take a photo, but after the first bite it was all a blur — sorry friends. Just know, it was delicious and worth the visit.
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