Dunkin'

Since 1928, this family-run gem in Burlington has been dishing out classic hot dogs, speedy American eats, and a nostalgic breakfast vibe.

Comfort-food classics like burgers & blue-plate specials in a retro diner setting with a jukebox.

Haand in Burlington, NC crafts stunning, artisanal porcelain pottery that effortlessly blends elegance and practicality for stylish homes and restaurants.

Nestled in a small plaza, Copper Crown exudes a cozy vibe with a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced New American dishes and creative cocktails, making it a beloved spot in East Asheville.

Chic rooms & suites in a polished hotel featuring 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool & a spa. Opposite the Charlotte Convention Center, this sleek hotel is an 8-minute walk from the NASCAR Hall of Fame and less than a mile from I-277. The chic rooms provide flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, coffeemakers and minifridges. Upgraded rooms offer access to a private lounge. The 1-bedroom suites feature living rooms, sofabeds and/or balconies. Room service is available. Amenities include 2 restaurants, a rooftop bar, an outdoor pool, a spa and a 24-hour fitness center, in addition to breakfast and valet parking.

Stylish downtown hotel offering an Italian restaurant & a rooftop bar, plus a gym & a yoga deck. On a downtown intersection across from Romare Bearden Park, this chic hotel is 4 minutes' walk from the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art and less than a mile from I-277. Featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with park or city views, the stylish rooms have Wi-Fi access, flat-screens and yoga mats, plus minibars, Italian linens and designer toiletries; some offer balconies. Suites add wet bars and living rooms. In-room spa treatments are available. Loaner bikes and evening wine receptions are free. There's an Italian restaurant/bar and a sleek rooftop bar. Other amenities include a sprawling gym, a terrace and a yoga deck. Valet parking is available.

Funky cafe with shuffleboards serving organic, local & sustainable fare from breakfast to dinner.

Located in a chic renovated mill, Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar serves upscale Italian cuisine with house-made pasta and a cozy vibe perfect for a romantic night out.

Storied collegial haunt offering a multitude of draft beers & an unpretentious vibe.

Quaint cafe with chalkboards & a tin ceiling serving sandwiches, pasta & European-inspired entrees.