Cara’s guidebook
Food scene
The Roast Office
95 Cherokee RdThis local jaunt is perfect for a cup of coffee or a nice snack.
You cannot go wrong with Betsy's, which is a very popular place for breakfast or lunch.
69 locals recommend
Betsy's Crepes
127 SW Broad StYou cannot go wrong with Betsy's, which is a very popular place for breakfast or lunch.
This is a favorite of many locals. Whether you want breakfast (their homemade biscuits are amazing) or lunch, you will not be disappointed.
18 locals recommend
The Villager Deli
6 Chinquapin RdThis is a favorite of many locals. Whether you want breakfast (their homemade biscuits are amazing) or lunch, you will not be disappointed.
What's not to love about Chapman's? Try their lobsta fries!!!
39 locals recommend
Chapman's Food and Spirits
157 E New Hampshire AveWhat's not to love about Chapman's? Try their lobsta fries!!!
The food is good and you simply cannot beat the view, which is right on #2. Ask to sit outside when the weather is right and watch golfers as they check off their bucket lists!
28 locals recommend
The Deuce
1 Carolina Vista DrThe food is good and you simply cannot beat the view, which is right on #2. Ask to sit outside when the weather is right and watch golfers as they check off their bucket lists!
For a special dinner you will not forget, treat yourself to 1895. We especially love their She-Crab soup. Reservations are required and there is a dress code.
1895 Grille
155 Cherokee RdFor a special dinner you will not forget, treat yourself to 1895. We especially love their She-Crab soup. Reservations are required and there is a dress code.
Vito's Pizzeria of Pinehurst
1680 NC-5Excellent pizza and pasta dishes.
Pik N Pig is a must if you are in the mood for barbecue. If the weather is right, ask to sit outside so you can watch small planes land and take off from the adjacent private airport. Also, do not leave there without trying their banana pudding!!
8 locals recommend
Pik N Pig
194 Gilliam McConnell RdPik N Pig is a must if you are in the mood for barbecue. If the weather is right, ask to sit outside so you can watch small planes land and take off from the adjacent private airport. Also, do not leave there without trying their banana pudding!!
This local favorite is perfect for an intimate dinner or dining with a group. Early bird specials are offered each night for those who arrive between 5-5:30pm.
54 locals recommend
Ironwood Cafe
2176 Midland RdThis local favorite is perfect for an intimate dinner or dining with a group. Early bird specials are offered each night for those who arrive between 5-5:30pm.
Buggy Town Coffee
201 S McNeill StThe coffee is worth the short drive to Carthage!
Midland Bistro
2160 Midland RdDo you want breakfast or lunch? Midland Bistro is an awesome spot!
Pinehurst Brewing Company
300 Magnolia RdGreat location, great beer, great food. Enough said.
Southern Angel Donut Co.
211 Central Park AveOne word. LOVE.
For a tasty sandwich, head over to Sweet Basil, which is located in downtown Southern Pines.
14 locals recommend
Sweet Basil
134 NW Broad StFor a tasty sandwich, head over to Sweet Basil, which is located in downtown Southern Pines.
This is one of our favorite places to go for dinner and drinks. Very casual and the staff is wonderful!
10 locals recommend
Full Moon Oyster Bar-Southern Pines
134 Brucewood RdThis is one of our favorite places to go for dinner and drinks. Very casual and the staff is wonderful!
Pottery
Michael Mahan's pottery is unique, rustic, and makes a perfect gift for yourself or others.
From The Ground Up
172 Crestwood RdMichael Mahan's pottery is unique, rustic, and makes a perfect gift for yourself or others.
Whether you want a mug with Stevie Nicks's picture on it or a colorful piece, you will adore Dean & Martin.
Dean & Martin Pottery
7739 Nathan LnWhether you want a mug with Stevie Nicks's picture on it or a colorful piece, you will adore Dean & Martin.
Go where pottery in the south started. Buy a small piece or something larger to take home a little bit of North Carolina.
Jugtown Pottery
330 Jugtown RdGo where pottery in the south started. Buy a small piece or something larger to take home a little bit of North Carolina.
McNeill's is great for pieces you can cook with and use. Plus, the colors are amazing.
McNeill's Pottery
1208 Upper RdMcNeill's is great for pieces you can cook with and use. Plus, the colors are amazing.
Spa
Perfect for an afternoon of pampering. The indoor pool is available to you on the day your treatment(s) are provided.
13 locals recommend
The Spa At Pinehurst
180 Barrett Rd EPerfect for an afternoon of pampering. The indoor pool is available to you on the day your treatment(s) are provided.
Head to the nail bar and enjoy a manicure while sipping on a cocktail...just because you can!
Karma Spa Lounge & Beauty Bar
115 Turner StHead to the nail bar and enjoy a manicure while sipping on a cocktail...just because you can!
Shopping
Pinehurst Village has a little bit of something for everyone, whether it be shopping or dining.
61 locals recommend
Pinehurst
Pinehurst Village has a little bit of something for everyone, whether it be shopping or dining.
Sure, you can download a book to your phone, etc., but you cannot beat this good old fashioned bookstore, which is located in the middle of Southern Pines.
12 locals recommend
The Country Bookshop
140 NW Broad StSure, you can download a book to your phone, etc., but you cannot beat this good old fashioned bookstore, which is located in the middle of Southern Pines.
Housed in a historic log cabin in Pinehurst Village, you can find handcrafted gifts and baked goods. Plus, they have a divine lunch!
Sandhills Woman's Exchange
15 Azalea RdHoused in a historic log cabin in Pinehurst Village, you can find handcrafted gifts and baked goods. Plus, they have a divine lunch!
This is a MUST for golfers. You will not believe the amount of memorabilia available to shop. Hint: wear a UNC Chapel Hill shirt or hat and the sweet owner, Tom, just might give you a discount.
Old Sport & Gallery
95 Market SquareThis is a MUST for golfers. You will not believe the amount of memorabilia available to shop. Hint: wear a UNC Chapel Hill shirt or hat and the sweet owner, Tom, just might give you a discount.
Here you will find unique bags, clothes and accessories handcrafted by military spouses.
6 locals recommend
R.Riveter
154 NW Broad StHere you will find unique bags, clothes and accessories handcrafted by military spouses.
Mockingbird On Broad
162 NW Broad StFind the perfect gift here. You will not be disappointed.
If you are looking for a neat gift for a child, the Little Toy Shop is where you need to go.
The Little Toy Shop
230 SW Broad StIf you are looking for a neat gift for a child, the Little Toy Shop is where you need to go.
Ladies ~ you will simply love Kataphora. Find a unique top and match it with the perfect pair of jeans and you'll be all set.
Kataphora Boutique
1752 Old Morganton RdLadies ~ you will simply love Kataphora. Find a unique top and match it with the perfect pair of jeans and you'll be all set.
Southern Pines
Downtown Southern Pines. Enough said. You must go.
Sightseeing
A visit to the Carolina Hotel is a must for anyone staying nearby. We recommend eating at Ryder Cup Lounge and enjoying the view outside on a rocking chair.
13 locals recommend
Carolina Hotel
80 Carolina Vista DrA visit to the Carolina Hotel is a must for anyone staying nearby. We recommend eating at Ryder Cup Lounge and enjoying the view outside on a rocking chair.
The horse park hosts various equestrian competitions and is a short drive from Pinehurst.
12 locals recommend
Carolina Horse Park Foundation
2814 Montrose RdThe horse park hosts various equestrian competitions and is a short drive from Pinehurst.
On a beautiful day, take a stroll through the various gardens.
33 locals recommend
Sandhills Horticultural Gardens
3245 Lindbergh PlOn a beautiful day, take a stroll through the various gardens.
Learn about the history of Pinehurst and see the Donald Ross collection. This is a must for golf lovers and history buffs alike.
7 locals recommend
Tufts Archives
150 Cherokee RdLearn about the history of Pinehurst and see the Donald Ross collection. This is a must for golf lovers and history buffs alike.
After lunch at the Deuce, step outside and view the Payne Stewart statue. You truly need to pose like Payne and get that picture taken!
9 locals recommend
Pinehurst Country Club
1 Carolina Vista DrAfter lunch at the Deuce, step outside and view the Payne Stewart statue. You truly need to pose like Payne and get that picture taken!
Even if you are not a Tar Heel fan, you will love walking around the oldest private university in America.
111 locals recommend
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Even if you are not a Tar Heel fan, you will love walking around the oldest private university in America.
Built in the 1700's, Alston house is a historic landmark where a battle took place during the Revolutionary War.
House-In-the-Horseshoe
288 Alston House RdBuilt in the 1700's, Alston house is a historic landmark where a battle took place during the Revolutionary War.
Grocery
Might be considered a little on the pricey end, but well worth it.
16 locals recommend
The Fresh Market
155 Beverly LnMight be considered a little on the pricey end, but well worth it.
Harris Teeter
305 Ivey LnOur favorite ~ it even has a bar!