Tanisha's Guidebook
My Favorite Deli and Coffee Shops
At NABS Deli and Coffee Shop, the piled-high sandwiches live up to the shop’s name — which stands for Never a Better Sandwich. Try the meatball sub, turkey club, or their broccoli cheese soup. Or sip a cup of their single-origin Ethiopian Coffee, roasted on-site, and savor a fresh-baked cinnamon roll.
NABS Deli and Coffee Shop
219 Northeast Main StreetAt NABS Deli and Coffee Shop, the piled-high sandwiches live up to the shop’s name — which stands for Never a Better Sandwich. Try the meatball sub, turkey club, or their broccoli cheese soup. Or sip a cup of their single-origin Ethiopian Coffee, roasted on-site, and savor a fresh-baked cinnamon roll.
Larema Coffee House has kept pieces of its bank beginnings, like the imposing bank vault door and worn wood floor with tile perimeter, and created a cozy, inviting spot to sip coffee and enjoy a bite to eat. Take a cue from the succulents that line the tall windows and bask in the sunshine while eating hearty, thick-sliced multigrain toast topped with avocado or pimento cheese — topped with a poached egg, if you’d like.
Larema Coffee House
106 South Washington StreetLarema Coffee House has kept pieces of its bank beginnings, like the imposing bank vault door and worn wood floor with tile perimeter, and created a cozy, inviting spot to sip coffee and enjoy a bite to eat. Take a cue from the succulents that line the tall windows and bask in the sunshine while eating hearty, thick-sliced multigrain toast topped with avocado or pimento cheese — topped with a poached egg, if you’d like.
Food scene
The Prime Smokehouse
1151 Falls RoadFor a meal with international flair, take a short walk down Thomas Street to D Chill Spot Restaurant and Lounge for spicy jerk chicken, oxtail stew, curry goat, and other authentic Jamaican dishes. Get your fill of Caribbean food, good vibes, and music at the restaurant’s weekly Reggae Satdayz.
D Chill Spot
101 North Fairview RoadFor a meal with international flair, take a short walk down Thomas Street to D Chill Spot Restaurant and Lounge for spicy jerk chicken, oxtail stew, curry goat, and other authentic Jamaican dishes. Get your fill of Caribbean food, good vibes, and music at the restaurant’s weekly Reggae Satdayz.
Gardner's Barbecue Sunset Ave at Westridge Shopping Center
3651 Sunset AvenueLillie Mae's Kitchen
119 North Washington StreetSwing by Moe and D’s Restaurant, Grill and Bar for mambo wings or a Moe burger, and don’t forget the fried okra. This local, family-owned establishment also serves hot dogs, onion rings, and fried trout plates. Want to watch the game while you eat? Pull up a barstool and stay awhile.
Moe & D's
123 South Church StreetSwing by Moe and D’s Restaurant, Grill and Bar for mambo wings or a Moe burger, and don’t forget the fried okra. This local, family-owned establishment also serves hot dogs, onion rings, and fried trout plates. Want to watch the game while you eat? Pull up a barstool and stay awhile.
Toast Up Brunch Lounge
Aroma Bar and Bistro
At Main Street Gastropub, we're passionate about creating delicious dishes that showcase the flavors of our region. Our chefs work with local farmers and producers to source the freshest ingredients and create unique dishes that will delight your senses.
Main Street Gastropub
At Main Street Gastropub, we're passionate about creating delicious dishes that showcase the flavors of our region. Our chefs work with local farmers and producers to source the freshest ingredients and create unique dishes that will delight your senses.
Jack's at Rocky Mount Mills
Pick up a Souvenir
The Bath Place is filled with handmade soaps and sweet scents like Good Morning Sunshine. Not only do they smell heavenly, but they also have therapeutic benefits — the chalkboard in the store lists soaps recommended for different skin conditions.
Other sumptuous products include the bold Caribbean Queen bath bomb; Juices & Berries Bath, Body & Massage Oil; and traditionally masculine scents like Shave & A Haircut.
The Bath Place
205 Northeast Main StreetThe Bath Place is filled with handmade soaps and sweet scents like Good Morning Sunshine. Not only do they smell heavenly, but they also have therapeutic benefits — the chalkboard in the store lists soaps recommended for different skin conditions.
Other sumptuous products include the bold Caribbean Queen bath bomb; Juices & Berries Bath, Body & Massage Oil; and traditionally masculine scents like Shave & A Haircut.
After admiring the train mural, head to the opposite side of Station Square to shop for wine at Bin & Barrel Wine Bar and Bottles, then enjoy a glass in their courtyard. Add a tasty snack like popcorn seasoned with lemon oil, rosemary salt, and parmesan, or brick-oven flatbread with rotating seasonal ingredients. While you’re there, you just might hear a train go by.
Bin & Barrel
301 South Church StreetAfter admiring the train mural, head to the opposite side of Station Square to shop for wine at Bin & Barrel Wine Bar and Bottles, then enjoy a glass in their courtyard. Add a tasty snack like popcorn seasoned with lemon oil, rosemary salt, and parmesan, or brick-oven flatbread with rotating seasonal ingredients. While you’re there, you just might hear a train go by.
Rocky Mount Must-Visits
Jessica Hicks, owner of Bel Air Art Center and Willow Tree Yoga, located inside the center, sees art breathing new life into downtown Rocky Mount. “You have artists who make downtown beautiful with murals and character and personality and color and brightness and expression,” she says.
Two of her favorites are just outside the Bel Air. One, a playful collage with a Storm Trooper carrying a boom box, Yoda, a Smurf, and more, and the other of ground-breaking African American dancers Lil Buck and Camille A. Brown.
Inside, step into Spaceway Taproom, a recent addition to the arts center. Grab a Don Dada Cardamom Stout and enjoy its subtle smoky bourbon notes as you peruse the gallery and chat with artists in the center’s studios. You’ll find watercolors, photography, sculpture, jewelry, and custom furniture.
Bel Air Art Center
115 S Church StJessica Hicks, owner of Bel Air Art Center and Willow Tree Yoga, located inside the center, sees art breathing new life into downtown Rocky Mount. “You have artists who make downtown beautiful with murals and character and personality and color and brightness and expression,” she says.
Two of her favorites are just outside the Bel Air. One, a playful collage with a Storm Trooper carrying a boom box, Yoda, a Smurf, and more, and the other of ground-breaking African American dancers Lil Buck and Camille A. Brown.
Inside, step into Spaceway Taproom, a recent addition to the arts center. Grab a Don Dada Cardamom Stout and enjoy its subtle smoky bourbon notes as you peruse the gallery and chat with artists in the center’s studios. You’ll find watercolors, photography, sculpture, jewelry, and custom furniture.
The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences housed inside the refurbished Imperial Tobacco factory and the old Braswell Memorial Library, holds a children’s museum, an art center, clay studio for artists, and an active community theater, all surrounded by sculpture gardens.
Wander the building’s weathered wooden floors into the Maria V. Howard Art Center to an interactive exhibit for children and galleries featuring area artists with works in a variety of media.
Through the end of the year, visit the Children’s Museum & Science Center exhibit called Leonardo’s Lab, a collection of hands-on activities inspired by artist and inventor da Vinci. And take time to sit under the starry dome of Cummins Planetarium to view seasonal skies.
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The Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences
270 Gay StThe Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences housed inside the refurbished Imperial Tobacco factory and the old Braswell Memorial Library, holds a children’s museum, an art center, clay studio for artists, and an active community theater, all surrounded by sculpture gardens.
Wander the building’s weathered wooden floors into the Maria V. Howard Art Center to an interactive exhibit for children and galleries featuring area artists with works in a variety of media.
Through the end of the year, visit the Children’s Museum & Science Center exhibit called Leonardo’s Lab, a collection of hands-on activities inspired by artist and inventor da Vinci. And take time to sit under the starry dome of Cummins Planetarium to view seasonal skies.
Just down Church Street from the Imperial Centre, look for the bold blue and yellow Rocky Mount Event Center. The center hosts a range of events and performances, from stand-up comedy and the Harlem Globetrotters to monster trucks and Reggae Fest to musical performances. Keep an eye out for upcoming events like a jazz festival and a music series featuring North Carolina musicians, both in the works.
The state-of-the-art concert, sports, and events venue — which is sensory-inclusive and has in-house catering, meeting rooms, eight basketball courts, and 16 volleyball courts — is the perfect place for a date night, a birthday party, or a meeting or team building event.
And, ahem, parents — the center also has a great place for the young and energetic to burn off some steam: Game Day Adventure & Arcade. Mom and Dad can play the Space Invaders game while little ones climb through the soft-play maze. Or challenge yourself to the ropes course and scale the walls, beanstalk, and “buildings” in the climbing area.
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Rocky Mount Event Center
285 NE Main StJust down Church Street from the Imperial Centre, look for the bold blue and yellow Rocky Mount Event Center. The center hosts a range of events and performances, from stand-up comedy and the Harlem Globetrotters to monster trucks and Reggae Fest to musical performances. Keep an eye out for upcoming events like a jazz festival and a music series featuring North Carolina musicians, both in the works.
The state-of-the-art concert, sports, and events venue — which is sensory-inclusive and has in-house catering, meeting rooms, eight basketball courts, and 16 volleyball courts — is the perfect place for a date night, a birthday party, or a meeting or team building event.
And, ahem, parents — the center also has a great place for the young and energetic to burn off some steam: Game Day Adventure & Arcade. Mom and Dad can play the Space Invaders game while little ones climb through the soft-play maze. Or challenge yourself to the ropes course and scale the walls, beanstalk, and “buildings” in the climbing area.
Sightseeing
Battle Park
Low-key park offering wooded walking trails, covered picnic shelters & a boat landing.
Dining & Socializing
Bin & Barrel, Rocky Mount's newest wine bar and retail shop! We are a unique and specialized shop, providing the areas best selection of exclusive wines. Our knowledgeable staff can personalize your shopping and tasting experience to your individual taste preferences. A variety of wines will be offered to taste daily, and changing regularly.
Bin & Barrel
Bin & Barrel, Rocky Mount's newest wine bar and retail shop! We are a unique and specialized shop, providing the areas best selection of exclusive wines. Our knowledgeable staff can personalize your shopping and tasting experience to your individual taste preferences. A variety of wines will be offered to taste daily, and changing regularly.
FLAVORS (Restaurant & Lounge)
Toast Up Brunch Lounge