Chilly weather is on the way! With highs only around 51°F this weekend, it’s the perfect excuse to bundle up and head downtown. Here are a few spots to get cozy.
Gather Around the Fire in Downtown Cary Park
Located in Downtown Cary Park, The Bark Bar is an open-air pavilion with a fire pit that’s a popular place to gather when it’s cold. They serve beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and light snacks, and with the Barkyard dog park next door, you can bring your four-legged friend along too (leashed, of course).
There are also fire pits around the Great Lawn, so you can warm up by the fire after a walk through the park. Grab a seat and enjoy the evening with friends and family.
Grab a Hot Drink
Downtown Cary has several spots for a warm cup:
- BREW Coffee Bar (122 E Chatham St): Right next to the Cary Theater, with indoor and outdoor seating.
- Esteamed Coffee (114 S Academy St): A bright, welcoming local spot with a community feel for a good cause.
- Coffee Studio (370 S Walker St): A modern café next to Downtown Cary Park, serving espresso drinks, teas, and simple food like paninis and toast.
Many coffee shops also offer hot chocolate, which is a great way to keep the kids warm too.
Treat Yourself at a Downtown Bakery
Cold weather calls for something baked, and Downtown Cary has plenty of options:
- La Farm Bakery (220 W Chatham St): Known for its white chocolate baguette, which goes great with a hot drink.
- Annelore’s German Bakery (308 W Chatham St): Old-world German baking, with treats like apple strudel, Black Forest cake, and traditional pretzels.
- Once in a Blue Moon Bakery & Cafe (115 W Chatham St, Suite G): A longtime downtown favorite serving breakfast and lunch, plus fresh-baked breads, cakes, and pies.
Stay Warm Out There
Many downtown spots have both indoor and outdoor seating, so bring a jacket and a scarf either way. Check each business’s hours before you go, especially for the weekend. We’ll see you downtown!
