TAVERNA AGORA GREEK KITCHEN & BAR – A TASTE OF MEDITERRANEAN BLISS

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The best way to get transported to a taste of the Mediterranean lifestyle in Raleigh is to dine at the Taverna Agora Greek Kitchen & Bar near the Warehouse District of downtown.

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In 2003, he opened Taverna Agora on Glenwood Ave and moved to its current home in 2015 after recognizing the opportunity to be placed in the middle of Raleigh’s revitalization.

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Taverna Agora has the best restaurant patio in Raleigh. This open-air Mediterranean Oasis overlooks Hillsborough St and is a tastefully designed, tree-shaded space with lush green vines wrapped around trellises, classic Greek Statues, and olive trees.

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The rooftop is winterized so you can enjoy it year-round, and you’ll find shaded areas to sit during the warmer months.

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True to the Greek Mediterranean flavors, you’ll find your favorite traditional Greek dishes like moussaka, Spanakopita, and baklava.

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