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Horse Track Alley





Horse Track Alley is a public road that you won’t find on any map. In fact, I had no idea it even had a name, until about 2-3 months ago when this sign popped up out of no where. It’s very near where I live, and I walk down it frequently when out with the dogs.
It’s also the first sign I’ve ever seen that had the double zero designation. It begins on Clark Ave near Cameron Village, and dead ends behind some businesses on Hillsborough St. (El Rodeo being the only one I can recall at the moment).
Anyone have any info on the origin of the name? Are there any other designated “alleys” in Raleigh with their own street sign?

2008 Goodnight, Raleigh!

A Random Cityscape

Visible in the photo are The Church of the Good Shephard, The Wachovia Building, and RBC Plaza.

2008 Goodnight, Raleigh!

A Night At The Riviera



Dan and Christiana celebrating their fifth anniversary at The Riviera.

Back in August I posted about Mr. Dynamite Deluxe in front of the Riviera. It was also around this time that I first met David from New Raleigh, also in front of the Riviera.
It’s a great environment, and they take great care to create the right mood. Upstairs there is a DJ playing dance music that gives a more urban night club feel, whereas the bar area was more of a relaxed wine bar. I think it is a nice blend of contrasts.

Riviera Mediterranean Restaurant & Lounge
135 South Wilmington Street
(919) 834-7480

2008 Goodnight, Raleigh!

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