Up and Coming Weekly is a weekly publication in Fayetteville, NC and Fort Bragg, NC area offering local news, views, arts, entertainment and community event and business information.
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Coolest PlaceDowntown/Best Club DJ/Best Place for a Girls Night Out/Best Place to Dance/Best Pick-up Bar Huske Hardware House 405 Hay St., Fayetteville 910.437.9905 www.huskehardware.com Clearly Huske Hardware is a favorite when it comes to anything involving the social scene in Fayetteville, and with good reason. The décor and atmosphere are laid back and the employees are courteous and friendly. Not only do our readers rate Huske as the coolest place downtown, it is a favorite among our staff as well. Aside from the tasty food and the historic atmosphere, Huske Hardware House also has craft beer, a full bar and exceptional nightlife. Listen to a live band while enjoying a Rusty Nail Pale Ale or a Sledgehammer Stout. Or enjoy the works of Fayetteville's best DJ, Tommy King. Not only is he personable, but he knows just the right tunes to get you out on the fl oor and keep you there! Kick off your work shoes and put on your dancing shoes at Huske Hardware House in downtown Fayetteville. This is a party you don't want to miss! If all you want to do is dance, this is the place. Looking for a fun night out with your favorite gal pals? Come on down to Huske Hardware House. Looking for the best DJ in town to rock your world? He's at Huske too. So is the chance to make a con- nection, whether it's for a day or just for the evening, the singles scene at Huske Hardware House can't be beat. There is so much to do at Huske, it is unusual for one establishment to be able to meet the needs of so many folks, but Huske does, and they do it with style. Best Overall Restaurant/Most Romantic Restaurant/Best Wine List/Best Italian Restaurant Luigi's 528 North McPherson Church Rd., Fayetteville 910.864.1810 www.luigisnc.com Since 1982 Luigi's Italian Restaurant and Bar has been serving delectable authentic Italian cuisine and has prided themselves on being one of Fayetteville's most admired restaurants. They've got a shared history with this town and have endeared themselves to Fayetteville with decades of outstanding food, drink, service and personality. Specializing in pan sautéed pastas, hand cut Black Angus chops and steaks, fresh fish and homemade Italian sauces, Luigi's has a variety of delicious meals to choose from that will make your mouth water. Stepping in to Luigi's is like going to your best friend's house for dinner. The warm welcome when you enter, the fantastic food and sincere hospitality make you feel like one of the family. Add an amazing glass of wine, perfectly paired with the menu items, and the evening can't get much better. Luigi's has been featured many times over in the Wine Spectator, most likely for the same reason that Fayetteville voted them the place with the best wine list. With the dim lighting, relaxing atmosphere, and a selection of 250 award winning imported and domestic wines, it is no wonder why Luigi's was voted Most Romantic Restaurant. This is the place to go for that special occasion — a graduation, a birthday, a proposal, an anniversary or even "just because." Whether you're on a romantic date or you're dining with friends or family, this restaurant provides a professional and attentive wait staff, upscale indoor dining, comfortable patio seating and a dining experience that will keep you coming back for more. Best Wait Staff/Service/Best Salads/ Best Soups/Best Lunch/Best Outdoor Dining/Best Appetizers Blue Moon Café 310 Hay St., Fayetteville 910.860.4700 Do you want service that is fast and drama free? Blue Moon Café has a great wait staff that ensures remarkable service and makes sure that you have a pleasant and hassle-free experience. Don't worry about waiting too long for your food or drinks; the servers are quick to meet your needs and the staff is especially friendly. Aside from impeccable service, Blue Moon Café has been voted best lunch in Fayetteville, and for good reason! Try one of their unique sandwich concoctions, or dive into a cup of French onion soup or chili. The appetizers are exceptionally yummy and the salads are fresh and great tasting. The restaurant has a great location in the downtown area and the inside of the restaurant is quaint, quiet and perfect for a lunch date. Blue Moon Cafe also offers outdoor patio dining, which is great to take advantage of on a nice fall day. All of this washed down with one of their many beers on tap makes for an unforgettable dining experience! Don't miss the 1st Annual Beer tasting on Sept. 17. It starts at noon and will feature a variety of craft beers. Stay for a while and enjoy a mid-afternoon snack and a chat with your favorite friend. It's sure to be a great time. There is a $5 entry fee. WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM SEPTEMBER 14-20, 2011 BEST OF FAYETTEVILLE 33