Several vacancies. Looking forward to seeing the " Eiffel Tower" it was at the entrance. Was…read moreexpecting a little more lively atmosphere it was very quiet. The few employees we did encounter throughout were not very welcoming from a tourist standpoint.

Took my husband here for his birthday since we couldn't make our Paris trip! Hehe.. loved the…read moreminiature Eiffel Tower (which gets lit at night) it's a lovely shopping area with nice restaurants. We did happen across a lovely wine and tapas place called Vivinos. We also did check out a quaint gift shop called Stuf 'n such that had a variety of gifts at all price points. The lady at the store was very sweet and helpful. Will definitely be back to try the other restaurants.

I love this place! The store has so many beautiful, curated pieces. If you're looking for something…read morespecial for a gift or for your own home, look no farther! Their gorgeous pieces are unique and high quality. They also offer a variety of wonderful classes at the store. I attended a 3 series Mah Jongg beginner class and it was fabulous. The schedule on their website is full of wonderful learning opportunities, from cooking classes, to wine tastings, to art, and more. I can't wait to go back!

Home for Entertaining recently hosted me for a cooking class. From the moment I walked in, a glass…read moreof wine greeted me, setting the tone for an evening filled with flavor and fun. They have wine and beer available and you can shop around and enjoy the beautiful retail space while you wait for your class to start. The kitchen space was intimate yet clean and inviting. I love that their cooking class sizes are small and you work together in small teams, as it's fun to build connections with new people. They have everything ready to go and organized and you even get the recipes sent to you. There were multiple members of the staff on site during my class and the service from then was phenomenal from the instruction, to ensuring i always had wine and water, to cleaning up throughout our cooking. We dined in the beautiful sunroom space and they provided lattes and coffee with dessert. It's worth the price for this lovely experience.

This place is a literal gem…read more If you're looking for art events and art decor for your home, this is a great place. I attended a DJ synthesizer workshop and I was blown away by Greta Bone's art. IG @dearlucyandfriends

I discovered Lump Gallery when trying to track down the new Flanders location during this past…read moremonths First Friday events. I'm still a little unsure if Flanders and Lump have technically combined or are just renting out of the same space, either way, you really can't go to one of the galleries without going to the other. This is due to the fact that they are literally connected to one another, go through the Lump gallery door on the left, horseshoe around the building and you'll come out through the Flanders door. I wouldn't make Lump a destination gallery, even during First Friday, as it's awkwardly out of the way (think past Lincoln theater side of Raleigh) and it's tiny. During my visit they were showcasing two artists in Lump (I believe) and they had a balloon exhibit next door at Flanders. DO go to Lump on First Friday if you're looking for a free drink, beer and wine is complementary, although please bring money for tips. DO go to Lump if you want to see something unusual, although you'll probably be able to see it and process it in less then five minutes as the space restricts it to be small. DO go to Lump if it's First Friday, during the SUMMER, and you want to enjoy the nice North Carolina weather, but please, if walking, go with someone, the neighborhood gets a little sketchy the closer you get.

I found Garden Bar here on Yelp and went on a Saturday. They are not too crowded and the bar is…read morenear the front. Great prices for a nice mimosa or beer to enjoy while shopping and you get to keep the cute cup. The staff were all extremely helpful and guided me through their greenhouse helping me find things that suited my needs. They had a private party in a room off to the side that is semi-private. I could see a bit and it was very cute and a nice size for hosting. There were not many plants outside on the front and the greenhouse was nicely stocked but not full. So some may consider the selection a bit small, but it was still nice. They had tons of beautiful pottery and lots of supplies to also choose from. The prices on some of the plants seemed high for other places in the area I've seen the same or similar. I would definitely come back!

I've visited this delightful garden twice now, and each time was an absolute joy. The first visit…read morewas a serene blend of exploring the captivating outdoor and indoor garden spaces. To top it off, I enjoyed mimosas while my other half savored his beer - a perfect way to unwind. The second trip was for a recent Halloween workshop, and it was a blast! Plus, I received a free mimosa for wearing a witch hat as part of the workshop festivity. Ample parking spaces. Dog friendly the recent time I went. The fusion of the garden's natural beauty;a well-stocked bar (no coffee); and creative workshops is a clever concept that ensures there's never a dull moment. This place is a gem for anyone seeking a unique experience. Can't wait to return for more adventures and invest in more plants!

Went here for the first time last night with my friend and her mom. There were a lot of local…read morevendors inside and outside. I found three pairs of earrings I love and would not easily find other places due to the authenticity. I liked that they had an inside bar where some of the vendors were housed and samples of a lot of local goodies. The mobile boutiques were cute and had cute clothes. The live music was also a great touch! Parking is definitely not ideal. We got lucky finding a single parking spot after circling the block and parking lot. My friend's mom is handicapped and there aren't many handicap accessible parking places. The streets are uneven and difficult to walk on. The pricing of some of the vendors was on the expensive side and could have been cheaper. More than one or two food trucks would have been great!

Everything has closed down. From the pictures it looked really cute. But when we got there…read moreeverything was boarded up and nothing was there.

cava is my usual but I'd never been to this location. Kavon and his team are so kind and attentive…read more You can really tell Kavon takes care of his people and sets the tone for a happy workplace. I will definitely be visiting this location again. Thank you Kavon!

I'm a big fan of Midtown East and it's only half open! This plaza is close to me and I have been…read moreanxiously awaiting the opening. I love that we have a Cava on this side of town now and I don't have to head over to Cameron Village, especially when the parking gets crazy for holiday shopping. I also recently went into the Pet People and had a great experience. Between the pilates studio and Row House it is great to have workout options close by. Nektar is opening soon which will be perfectly located next to Club Pilates. I know there is an Ashley Christensen restaurant opening there too which I'm excited for as well as a Starbucks, and Snooze eatery. You can also access the Wegman's parking garage towards the back of the plaza, head behind Club Pilates. Parking is easy, if you can't find one of their "street" parking spots they have a parking lot around the back by Cava.

First ever Romance bookstore in Raleigh! I've been waiting for this store to open ever since it was…read moreannounced on Instagram months ago. Such an awesome idea to have a permanent location open on Independent Bookstore Day. My sister and I came during the RDU Book Crawl, and it was better than what we expected. The interior is tastefully decorated with deep green and brown. Lots of cute seatings for you to get a drink or two and read books. I cannot wait to see this place grow within the community. There is a parking deck next to it, which requires a parking validation through a QR code with a free 3 hour parking.

This is one of Raleigh's best kept secrets! This was my first time coming to the facilty...it's…read moreclean, spacious and the owner is a gem! You can come with your friends or you can come by yourself to paint as an outlet. Check her out online and get tour friends together and have an awesome night out