Fan Weekend
2026 NHL Eastern Conference Final
0 celebs · 1 events
May 20, 2026 → May 22, 2026
Fan Eats
Poole's Diner
Raleigh, NC
About Poole's Diner
Ashley Christensen's flagship downtown Raleigh restaurant, anchored by a stunning marble counter bar and famous mac and cheese. Hurricanes players and ACC basketball coaches are regulars at this James Beard Award-winning establishment that put Raleigh on the national food map.
Located in Raleigh.
Tags: southern farm-to-table chef-driven downtown
Planning a Fan Trip Around Poole's Diner
Poole's Diner works as a pregame and recovery food anchor in Raleigh. The nearest tracked event anchor is 2026 NHL Eastern Conference Final on May 21, 2026 — close enough to build a full trip around. FanTravel maps 1 fan weekend idea across Raleigh you can pair with it.
Poole's Diner Fan Planning Snapshot
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About Poole's Diner
Ashley Christensen's flagship downtown Raleigh restaurant, anchored by a stunning marble counter bar and famous mac and cheese. Hurricanes players and ACC basketball coaches are regulars at this James Beard Award-winning establishment that put Raleigh on the national food map.
Poole's Diner is located in Raleigh, NC.