Be on the cutting edge by making a day of it in Raleigh's up-and-coming area (Warehouse District, July/August 2008). Here are our suggestions for an uber-satisfying itinerary:
- 11 am Brunch at Humble Pie (317 S Harrington Street; 919.829.9222)
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1 pm Are Nancy Baker's paintings kitsch or art? Decide for yourself at the Tire Shop Gallery (317 W Morgan Street, Suite 105; 919.656.8012)
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2 pm Get your graphic design fix at Designbox (323 W Martin Street, Space 100; 919.834.3552)
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3 pm Weed through an eclectic array of items at Stuff Consignment (307 W Martin Street; 919.836.5347)
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4 pm Still vintage-obsessed? Check out Penrod's Antique Warehouse (321 W Davie Street; 919.827.3134)
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6 pm Beat the rush and refuel with authentic barbecue at The Pit (328 W Davie Street; 919.890.4500)
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8 pm Relax over drinks at Deep South (430 S. Dawson Street; 919.833.1255)
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10 pm Listen to a live band at the Buckhead Saloon (411 W Morgan Street; 919.829.7254)
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1 am Don't stop now-- dance your heart out at The Office Nightclub (310 S. West Street; 919.828.9994)
Note: Some of these businesses and retailers are finicky-- call ahead and make sure they're open on the day you've chosen to explore the Warehouse District.
