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Late-Night Franklin Street Offers Music, Food
Bv Russ Lane
Assistant Arts & Entertainment Editor
Although Franklin Street has its share
of bars for the college crowd, families or
those seeking a quieter nighttime estab
lishment have several unique options for
entertainment.
Franklin Street is a Chapel Hill insti
tution, permitting students and their
families a convenient location for shop
ping, wining and dining.
Many of these establishments are
institutions that need no introduction -
like the Rathskeller and Pepper’s Pizza.
The Rathskeller, or “The Rat,” has
received business from families for gener
ations. Patrons can dine on everything
front ham and cheese sandwiches to bowls
of lasagna in different themed rooms.
An old ad for Pepper’s read “A Sunny
Place for Shady People.” Rather than
being a restaurant for “Shady People” per
se, Peppers is a unique example of
Chapel Hill’s eclectic atmosphere. In a
small, decorated dining area, Pepper’s
serves speciality pizzas and Italian dishes.
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Like the Rat and Pepper’s, the
Carolina Coffee Shop has carved its own
niche on Franklin Street. Established in
1922, Carolina Coffee Shop is the oldest
restaurant in the Triangle.
In addition to a full coffee and alco
holic bar, Carolina Coffee Shop’s menu
ranges from crabmeat and artichoke
crepes to bacon and brie omelets. The
shop stays open until 2 a.m.
Coffee and treats are also available at
Caribou Coffee and the Artist’s Escape,
as well as Starbucks and Cafe Trio.
For those seeking an atmosphere clos
er to the Middle East than their child’s
Old West room, The Silk Road Tea
House stays open until midnight during
the week and 1 a.m. on weekends.
Kelly Wright, the shop’s veteran
employee, said Silk Road boasts Turkish
specialities ranging from hummus to
freshly made deserts.
In addition to its globally minded
menu, Silk Road keeps a collection of
activities - from chess to international
games -and showcases a belly dancer
and local bands frequently.
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at Franklin Street's Caribou Coffee on a weeknight.
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