Barry's Cafe 2851 Jones Franklin Rd. Raleigh North Carolina 27606

 

Barry's Cafe

2851 Jones Franklin Rd.

Swift Creek Shopping Center

Raleigh, North Carolina 27606

(919) 859-3555

 

 

Barry's Cafe is famous in our neck of the woods, but I got to thinking with so many new people moving into Raleigh and Cary NC it's time spread the word online about Barry's Cafe at 2851 Jones Franklin Rd located in Raleigh NC. 

There's a very interesting story behind just how it became famous - but before we dive into that I have to tell you that if you happen to be in the mood for one of the best burgers ever - you'll be real glad you gave Barry's Cafe a try! 

Ok - so back to the story. Owned by Barry Doyle, this unique resturant is tucked back in the Swift Creek Shopping center just off Tryon & Jones Franklin Road in Raleigh. 

 

 

Barry's Cafe which opened its doors around 1992 in a way was just like many other new restaurants - long hours and hard work filled the first few years for Barry. 

 

 

 

 

But all that changed when a surprised ice storm hit Raleigh in January 1994.  A tracker trailer hit a dump truck that was spreading sand causing a massive collision and pile up on I-40. The firefighters and 1st responders spent hours in the freezing cold attending to the injured and clearing the debris to get the road reopened. 

Cold and and hungry after nearly 7 hours they needed help - but how would anyone be able to reach them in the freezing ice storm.  As fate would have it someone knew that Barry had a 4 wheel drive truck so they called and asked if he could help.  Without hesitation Barry answered that call in a very unselfish way (you'll learn more if you'll watch the video below produced by the National Restaurant Association).

 

       

One thing's for sure - Barry's Cafe has a life of it's own which becomes very apparent as you enter it's doors and find yourself surrounded by a collection of "Fire Stuff".  What's that you ask?   Take a look at these pictures!  The walls are covered with firefighter plaques, uniforms, and memorablia from all 50 states. It's dedicated to those that are out there risking their lives for us every day - the Firefighters of America!

 

Barry hasn't stopped answering the call for help.  He's gone on to become the Founder and Station 1 of  the

Feed the Firefighters Foundation. 

And there's more... Barry's Cafe is committed to supplying all emergency food and drink to all of the 59 Fire Stations in Wake County - AT NO CHARGE!

 

 

Here's a way to add a flare to your next casual outside catered event - check out this firetruck! Fully equipped with a grill and a sound system guaranteed to please young and old alike making your event one that will be enjoyed and remember for a long time!

   

 

The world needs more people like Barry Doyle... 

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Wednesday 7:00am - 2:00pm

Thursday - Saturday 7:00am - 8:30pm

Breakfast: 7:00 - 11:00am    Lunch & Dinner 11am - 8:30pm

Sunday (Breakfast Only) 8:00am - 1:00pm

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About the author:  Pamela is a Raleigh Realtor with The St. Peter HomeSelling Team at Prudential YSU Realty in the Triangle. 
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