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Super Bowl Sunday in Fuquay: Where Local Fun Meets Football Fever

Get ready, Fuquay-Varina, because Super Bowl LVIII is upon us, and the excitement is palpable! No matter if you bleed red and gold for the Chiefs or bleed red and gold for the 49ers, or if you’re just in it for the halftime show, there’s a local spot in town waiting to welcome you with open arms and fantastic specials. For those looking for a classic sports bar atmosphere, look no further than The Brick. With their game day specials and big screens, you’ll feel like you’re right in the thick of the action as you cheer on your team surrounded by fellow fans. If you’re craving some coastal flavors along with your football, head over to the American Legion Post 116 for their Oyster Roast. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters while catching all the touchdowns on their screens – it’s a winning combination! Meanwhile, Cleveland Draft House is serving up mouthwatering specials that are sure to satisfy any appetite. From wings to burgers, you’ll find the perfect game day grub to fuel your cheering. And don’t forget about Sunday Funday at Mason Jar Lager Co! Kick back with a cold brew from their impressive selection while enjoying the game with friends and family in a laid-back, inviting atmosphere. No matter where you choose to watch the game, one thing’s for sure: Fuquay knows how to celebrate Super Bowl in style. So grab your jersey, pick your spot, and get ready for a day filled with football, fun, and plenty of local flair. See you there!

Fuquay Feast + Frolic

Presented by the Fuquay-Varina Downtown Association, Fuquay Feast and Frolic is back for a week-long event celebrating local breweries, resturants, and bars! There are lots of special touches going into Fuquay Feast and Frolic and we promise you do not want to miss out! WAIT, WHAT?! All five local breweries collaborated to give us a limited release beer (!!!) and the name? Well of course, “Fuquay Famous”! Specials will be found at some of your favorite local resturants as well!

Check them out below —

Coffee With A Cop

Mark your calendars! Coffee with a cop is happening HERE at our office! Front Porch Realty welcomes the community to stop by for a meet and greet with our Fuquay-Varina Police Department!

DATE: September 6, 2023

TIME: 9am – 10:30am

WHERE: 604 N Main St, Fuquay-Varina, 27526

Coworkers, entrepreneurs, designers, telecommuters, mompreneurs, retirees, business owners, citizens, friends, and family are encouraged to come out and get the opportunity to meet and greet your local Fuquay-Varina Police Department Officers, Investigators, and others. There’s no better opportunity to ask questions, voice concerns, make new connections, or just chat with the officers than participating in Coffee With a Cop.

Right Meow Cat Cafe

Looking for a spot you can get your cat fix, coffee fix, and bubble tea fix all in one?
Check out Right Meow – Cat Café NOW OPEN in Fuquay-Varina. A unique, cage-free environment for adorable adoptable cats. Adopting families will have the opportunity to meet & greet with available cats while watching their personalities flourish in the safe-space. Even if you are not in the market for adoption, by visiting right meow café you are helping the cats socialize until they find their furever home! Before your visit, PLEASE read over the FAQ as this is more of an experience for most!

Check out their latest menu HERE!

Click HERE to book your cat play date! 📍913 S. Main St, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526📍

Fuquay-Varina Independence Day Celebration

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Where? South Park When? Saturday, July 1st, gates open at 6pm Who? Your friends & family! Please leave dogs at home!
The Town of Fuquay invites you and your friends and family to come out to South Park to enjoy an evening of celebration! Enjoy live music featuring Spare Change (starting at 6:30pm), the Splash Pad will be open from 6pm-8pm, food trucks on site all evening, and fireworks starting at sundown (typically 9:15, weather permitting). Coolers are allowed however this is an alcohol free event. Head over at 6pm with your chairs & blankets to be sure you grab a good spot to view the fireworks! We can’t wait to celebrate with our community!

South park : 820 S. Main st, fuquay-varina parking : community center, jones st via south main, or just a short walk from downtown Fuquay!

Pelican’s SnoBalls

PELICAN’S SNOBALLS!

Just in time for the upcoming hot and sunny months in Fuquay-Varina, we now have our very own Pelican’s SnoBalls! With 100+ flavor options for your shaved ice treat, you can bet there’s a flavor for you! They also serve up fresh dipped ice cream to help you cool off! The are NOW OPEN so head on over to Pelican’s Snoballs and see what the excitement is all about!

Valentines Day: Fuquay-Varina Style

Valentines day is right around the corner and we have one important question…do you have your plans set yet? If not, follow our locals guide to a romantic evening around Fuquay-Varina with your significant other or your best friends!
  1. Forget flowers? Want something extra beautifully special? First stop, Head to Flowers on Broad Street to pick up a bouquet from Donna and her team! From fresh cut roses to gorgeous tulips, stunning lilies and huge hydrangeas, you’re sure to find the perfect bunch for your special someone!
  2. Just a short couple of steps away, your second stop awaits. Start off your romantic/fun evening out by grabbing a beer from Oaklyn Springs Brewery! With tons of beers on-tap to choose from and a friendly smile behind the counter it will be the perfect way to kick things off!
  3. Now let’s eat! Hop in the car and take the quick drive over to Garibaldi for an authentic Italian Cuisine experience (you might want to call and make a reservation before-hand)! They have multiple dishes that’ll set your taste buds afire while enjoying cozy, dim-lit dinner! The menu at Garibaldi’s is top-of-the-line, don’t miss out!
  4. Whose ready for some action? Head on over to Inner Beast Hatchet House for a unique experience throwing axes! Whether you are a first-timer or you have thrown axes before, grab a beer and enjoy yourself! (Be sure to wear closed toed shoes!)
  5. End your wonderful evening with a stroll around Mineral Spring Park. BUT FIRST, Coffee! Grab your favorite pick me up from The Mill before heading over on your walk! Mineral Spring Park offers benches and picnic tables if you would rather sit and enjoy the quiet OR feel free to walk the path beautifully lit with globes. Make sure to check out the mineral spring itself right below the gazebo, PLEASE DO NOT DRINK THE WATER! Want to learn the history behind Mineral Springs Park? Read our blog post to learn all about it!
None of the above your cup of tea? That’s okay, we have SO much to do in Fuquay-Varina:
  • It may be February and cold out, but Pints Ice Cream has more to offer than you would first believe! Beer & Ice Cream flights? YES PLEASE!
  • Vicious Fishes Tap & Kitchen is sure to hit the spot with their versatile menu! A go-to spot for locals and pass-byers, their beers are top-notch and their drink menu is superior!
  • Grab a delicious cup of Coffee from Cultivate Coffee Roasters! Cold or hot, your cup is guaranteed to be freshly brewed!
  • Looking for flowers AND more? Check out The Garden Hut! Filled with whimsical outdoor and indoor décor and beautiful plants and flowers to fill your indoor and outdoor spaces! You’re sure to enjoy walking around this little shop with so much for the eye to see!
  • Want authentic food but not craving Italian? How about some Mediterranean cuisine? Check out Nil’s Mediterranean Cuisine in Downton Varina! With a recently new owner taking over, you won’t be disappointed! Their food is exquisite and their customer service goes above and beyond!
We hope this list we’ve put together sparks a little journey for you and your partner or friends!
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Fuquay Eats

While you are exploring the growing town of Fuquay-Varina, you’re going to want to stop and grab a bite to eat. We have put together a list of some of the best bites around town. To make things even easier, we have split the local spots into both districts! We hope you enjoy –

FUQUAY HISTORIC DISTRICT

VARINA DISTRICT

SPOTS TO EXPLORE RIGHT UP THE ROAD

Fuquay-Friday : Wing It On!

HAPPY FUQUAY-FRIDAY 🥳

It’s almost lunchtime and we are about to get your tummies rumbling! 😋
W – Wing It On!
Fuquay-Varina’s newest wing spot! Wing It On takes pride in curating the buffalo-inspired wing experience to all wing lovers! ❤️❤️
It doesn’t stop at just wings though, check out their full menu filled with yummy sandwiches, awesome sides, and DUMPLINGS! 🍗🥟
Current Special- For a limited time only, EVERY WEDNESDAY GET $1 DUMPLINGS!!

📍1061 E. Broad Street Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526 ☎️ 984.225.2141

Let us know if you’ve already ventured to Wing It On & what your favorite menu item / sauce was! 🍽️

Assaggio’s Pizzeria and Ristorante

Craving authentic Italian cuisine but can’t find the time to make it to Italy? You are in LUCK! Just around the corner in Fuquay, Assagio’s Pizzeria and Ristorante is a classic Italian restaurant with specialty pizzas, Stromboli’s, gyros, calzones and so much more more.

Tom and Amy McGrath, the owners of the Fuquay-Varina Assagio’s, met here in North Carolina and married in 2000 later having 2 kids. Opening their first owned restaurant in 2004, Tom was eager show off the skills he has been acquiring since working in the restaurant industry in High School. Tom and Amy love what they do, how could you not when working with pizza?! As Tom stated when asked why he decided to open an Italian restaurant? The answer was simple, “I LIKE PIZZA”! Assiago’s takes pride in their family-friendly atmosphere including wonderful food and great service.

Assaggio means ‘taste’ in Italian and this wonderful pizzeria certainly lives up to their name. Have guests coming over? Assagio’s does catering as well! Be sure to take a look at their MENU and stop by for a bite!