Cary Guidebook
Coffee Shops
Esteamed Coffee
114 S Academy StNon-profit coffee shop employing people with various disabilites.
Great coffee shop inside the historic Cary Theatre.
10 locals recommend
BREW Coffee Bar - Cary Theater
122 E Chatham StGreat coffee shop inside the historic Cary Theatre.
Food scene
Incredible artisan breads, mouth-watering dishes served all day, and a bakery to die for!
54 locals recommend
La Farm Bakery
4248 NW Cary PkwyIncredible artisan breads, mouth-watering dishes served all day, and a bakery to die for!
Laid-back eatery & bottle shop known for its farm-fresh BBQ food, unique homemade sides, & craft brews.
9 locals recommend
Brew N Que
1222 NW Maynard RdLaid-back eatery & bottle shop known for its farm-fresh BBQ food, unique homemade sides, & craft brews.
Abbey Road Tavern & Grill
1195 W Chatham StSolid pub food with an excellent live music scene.
Shanghai Alley
1148 Kildaire Farm RoadQuiet restaurant with authentic Chinese cuisine.
Kababish Cafe
201 W Chatham StAuthentic, modern take on Pakastani & Indian cuisine.
Biryani Maxx Indian Cuisine
590 E Chatham StCasual, authentic Indian cuisine.
Andia's Homemade Ice Cream
1008 Ryan RoadFresh, premium, small batch ice cream that never disappoints!
A unique take on eclectic worldwide cuisine. A tasty selection of bistro style plates to satisfy your hunger for fresh, healthy lunches and dinners. Great atmosphere in trendy area!
16 locals recommend
Academy Street Bistro
200 S Academy StA unique take on eclectic worldwide cuisine. A tasty selection of bistro style plates to satisfy your hunger for fresh, healthy lunches and dinners. Great atmosphere in trendy area!
A local favorite for quick bites, sandwiches, salads, and more! Quaint, shaded patio for outdoor dining.
9 locals recommend
Serendipity Gourmet Deli
118 S Academy StA local favorite for quick bites, sandwiches, salads, and more! Quaint, shaded patio for outdoor dining.
Breweries
Drink tasty handcrafted beer and support a sustainable establishment.
47 locals recommend
Bond Brothers Beer Company
202 E Cedar StDrink tasty handcrafted beer and support a sustainable establishment.
If you’re looking for community, history, and great brews, this local landmark is sure to please.
19 locals recommend
Cotton House Craft Brewers
307 S Academy StIf you’re looking for community, history, and great brews, this local landmark is sure to please.
Fortnight uses traditional methods to create old school core styles to modern methods to produce a wide range of new styles and flavors. Fun pub!
13 locals recommend
Fortnight Brewing Company
1006 SW Maynard RdFortnight uses traditional methods to create old school core styles to modern methods to produce a wide range of new styles and flavors. Fun pub!
Things To Do
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
8003 Regency PkwyBeautiful outdoor ampitheatre bringing in amazing talent.
An oasis in the middle of Cary, Bond Park offers walking trails, boat rentals, and an amazing Challenge Course for team building or parties offering zip lines, ropes, swings, and jumps!
22 locals recommend
Fred G. Bond Metro Park
801 High House RdAn oasis in the middle of Cary, Bond Park offers walking trails, boat rentals, and an amazing Challenge Course for team building or parties offering zip lines, ropes, swings, and jumps!
A vibrant and robust center for arts activity including art exhibits and performances.
18 locals recommend
Cary Arts Center
101 Dry Ave A vibrant and robust center for arts activity including art exhibits and performances.
Housed in a restored 1868 railroad hotel, the Page-Walker Arts & History Center offers visitors views of regional art in two distinct galleries.
8 locals recommend
Page-Walker Arts & History Center
119 Ambassador LoopHoused in a restored 1868 railroad hotel, the Page-Walker Arts & History Center offers visitors views of regional art in two distinct galleries.
The Cary Theater marquee lights up downtown Cary with the mission of providing a unique setting for art house cinema and live performance that enhance the cultural arts experience in downtown Cary.
22 locals recommend
The Cary Theater
122 E Chatham StThe Cary Theater marquee lights up downtown Cary with the mission of providing a unique setting for art house cinema and live performance that enhance the cultural arts experience in downtown Cary.
Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve is a unique, 140-acre preserve featuring approximately three miles of trails, unique vegetation and Eastern Hemlock trees.
26 locals recommend
Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
2616 Kildaire Farm RdHemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve is a unique, 140-acre preserve featuring approximately three miles of trails, unique vegetation and Eastern Hemlock trees.