Each month, we highlight the new restaurants and venues that have opened.

WAWA
3613 Raeford Rd.
Open 24 Hours
910-321-8010
https://www.wawa.com/
Wawa, a beloved convenience store and gas station chain along the North Coast, rivals competitors like 7-11 and Sheetz. Operating around the clock, this one-stop shop has become an essential part of local communities.

UMI
5548 Yadkin Rd.
Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Sun. Noon to 11 p.m.
910-491-0414
https://www.uminc28303.com/
Craving sushi, hibachi, or comforting ramen? Umi, formerly Pocky Cafe, offers a delicious menu featuring fresh sushi rolls, flavorful ramen bowls, and savory teriyaki dishes. Dine in or enjoy the convenience of delivery and takeout.

CEDAR CREEK MARKET LLC
1304 CEDAR CREEK RD
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
770-905-5652
https://cedarcreekfarmersmarket.com/
Cedar Creek Market, a family-run farm and market, celebrated its grand opening on August 7th. Offering a wide selection of fresh, locally-sourced products, the market features its own pastured meats alongside produce, jams, jellies, honey, and other goods from other local farms.

CHAPTER HOUSE BOOKS
225 FRANKLIN ST.
Tues.-Fri. Noon to 6 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
910-263-8765
https://www.chapterhousenc.com/
Chapter House Books sells new, used and vintage books in all genres. They have also partnered with Libro for you to buy audiobooks directly from their store with over 500,000 titles in the catalog.

Keep an eye out for…..

Jersey Mike’s at Dirtbag Plaza
5533 Corporation Drive, Hope Mills
Back in September 2024, Dirtbag Ales announced they would be developing the land across the street from them with a plaza.
The first business for the plaza has been announced. Jersey Mike's, owned by Daniel and Jamie Terracciano, will be a 1,800-square-foot sandwich shop. They are hoping to have the store open by the end of September. Keep a look out for a grand opening announcement.

BOUNTY FARMHOUSE KITCHEN & TAP
4150 SYCAMORE DAIRY ROAD
The former Mash House location is getting a fresh start with Bounty Farmhouse Kitchen & Tap, a farm-to-table restaurant celebrating North Carolina's rich agricultural heritage. Bounty will feature seasonal menus and whole-animal butchery, showcasing the best of local ingredients.
The bar will offer a curated selection of craft cocktails, North Carolina beers, and locally sourced wines and spirits. Look for Bounty Farmhouse Kitchen & Tap to open in Fall 2025.

SUN SUPERMARKET
404 SANTA FE DR
910-868-9954
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100032041940811
Sun Supermarket has announced that it will be expanding to a new and bigger location, with over 30,000 square feet at the new location.
The new store will offer a new meat department, a health and wellness section, more household goods, more snacks and more grab-to-go food options. The location will be on Santa Fe near the Amazon Warehouse. Follow their Facebook page above for further updates.