Fuel the Hunger of the Wolf at Players Retreat
It’s about that time you’ve all been waiting for… College football season is officially HERE, folks! And NC State is starting the season off strong with its first home game against ECU on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, at 7 p.m. In our humble opinion, sports is just as much about the game as it is about the food and drinks, so what better way to fuel game day than with a proper meal at Players Retreat?!
We love a tailgate as much as anyone, but sometimes a delicious sit-down meal at one of NC State’s most beloved restaurants is the way to go—especially before a Thursday night game when you might be in a rush after work or class. Not to mention we’re located right across the street from the university and less than four miles from Carter-Finley Stadium.
And you don’t have to stress about missing your fave tailgate snacks. Our menu is loaded with the classics—from burgers, sandwiches, and hot dogs to ribs, BBQ, and chicken strips. Add in an appetizer like our almost-famous sausage dip, mozzarella sticks, jalapeno poppers, and/or potato skins and you’ve got yourself a fine and filling meal that’ll keep you full till the final whistle. Of course, we also have beer, wine, whiskey, and cocktails for those who like to imbibe on game day as well.
Hungry Like the Wolf?
Make plans to join us at PR before kickoff to load up on Pack fans’ favorite food and drinks in the city! Don’t have tickets to the game? We’ll be streaming across our indoor and outdoor TVs so you can enjoy all the action without having to lift a finger. Pop in on game day or make a reservation using the button below!
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