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Dining Guide Georgia Brown’s Folks in Fayetteville take a tour of Charleston, New Orleans, Wil- liamsburg, Savannah and even Lizard Lick every time they taste the traditional yet contempo- rary Southern menus at Georgia Brown’s. Shrimp & Grits, Fried Green Tomatoes, Jambalaya, Crab Cakes and succulent Steaks with more than 20 side dishes includ- ing their famous Tomato Pie have made Georgia Brown’s a popular lunch, dinner, banquet and after- church destination. Opens at 11, 7 days 3138 Raeford Road 867.8200 HARDWARE HOUSE Fayetteville’s fi rst and favorite downtown brewpub is also a city icon. So drink in the history while enjoying a specialty beer on the patio or inside at the gleaming bar. Owners Josh and Tonia Collins have created a menu to make your mouth water with steaks, ribs and daily specials. Catch dancing and live music on weekends. Make your reservation for a special holiday celebration. Opens at 11, 7 days 405 Hay St., 437.9905 HUSKE The Barn Voted most romantic, this fi ne- dining restaurant has an intimate setting. And what could be more romantic than decadent cherries jubilee or bananas Foster. These desserts, plus signature steak, seafood and pasta dishes, are Barn specialties. The Barn has been a Fayetteville staple for years and a holiday tradition. Reserve a space now for your next holiday party or special occasion. Open for dinner, Monday-Saturday 1021 Bragg Blvd. 678.0686 The Keys This downtown spot is hopping. Come in for a drink or a meal – or simply a listen. Fayetteville’s only piano bar is also a full-service restaurant with specials such as pineapple chicken salad, tropical burger, grilled fl ounder and crab cakes. A touch of the sunny Florida Keys feels good this time of year, and there’s room for a crowd. Book a space now for holiday parties. Open 11 a.m.- 2 a.m., Tuesday-Saturday 102 Person St. 483.3854 Sammio’s When folks in Fayetteville crave Italian food, this is the place. And like any proper Italian restaurant, Sammio’s knows how to feed a crowd. Both locations seat up to 300, perfect for holiday gatherings. In Hope Mills, Sammio’s will soon have a new neighbor, a restaurant and sports bar complete with outdoor patio, game rooms and high-speed Internet. Open for lunch and dinner 2623 Raeford Road, Fayetteville 910.321.0000 3057 North Main St., Hope Mills 910.424.4000 CityViewNC.com | 33

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