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PIZZA, PIZZA! In an informal survey, Elizabeth's Pizza on Hope Mills Road rises to the top. Consistency and friendly service keep the crowds coming back not just for pizza but also the authentic Italian pasta dishes and salads. With a crust that is neither too thick nor too thin and impeccably fresh toppings, Little Italy near Cape Fear Valley Medical Center and Brooklyn Pizzeria on Ramsey Street also get the green light. GREAT ASIAN FOOD? Depends on what you want. For soul- soothing pho, a must is Vietnam Kitchen in Westwood Shopping Center. Pile on fresh cilantro, basil, sprouts and jalapenos. Kind, thoughtful service. For Chinese takeout, it's hard to beat Hong Kong Restaurant, also in Westwood Shopping Center. Super-fresh ingredients and generous portions turn one meal into two — or more. And you'll FILE PHOTO A s one of the country's most culturally diverse cities, Fayetteville offers a melting pot of cultures from its variety of restaurants, cafés and food trucks. Southern cooking and all-American fare also get high marks. Here are some favorites, for whatever you're craving. BURGERS & 'DOGS A longtime popular food truck, R Burger recently added a brick-and-mortar location called R Kitchen, on the edge of downtown Fayetteville. e mushroom and Swiss burger on a toasted white bun with a side of crispy fries is pure deliciousness. Foodie 'Ville From global fare to Southern favorites, Fayetteville restaurants serve up a tasty assortment of good eating. BY JA N E T G IB S O N Archway Burgers, Dogs & Beer in downtown Fayetteville offers a build- your-own concept. Look for the little white order pads and pencils upfront and mark your condiments and additions, including even fried green tomatoes and beer onions. Grab a cra beer and table on the sidewalk or under the brick arch for primo people-watching possibilities. Hot Diggidy Dog on Roxie Avenue serves, as the name implies, pretty swell hotdogs. But it also makes melt-in-your- mouth Carolina-style burgers complete with mustard, chili, slaw and onions. e strawberry shakes are the real deal. Southern Coals 12 DestinationFAY 2023-2024

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