SOCIAL HOUR
It’s time for social hour! Step into at Players Retreat, where the game is always on and the drinks are always cold! Whether you’re here for a casual bite, a night of sports, or the perfect place to catch up with friends, we’ve got you covered. Keep up with our latest specials, exclusive events, and all the good vibes by subscribing to our newsletter. Dive into the action through our blog today—just keep scrolling!
Chef Jean Paul Fontaine’s Weekend Specials: Available Sept. 24 – Sept. 26, 2026
Join us on this first weekend of fall–Thursday, Sept. 24 through Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.–for three nights of comfy, seasonal specials. Savor lamb or squash, dig into a cut-to-order filet, and pair it with a select Cabernet, a craft cocktail or our Glendronach single-malt Scotch to round out the experience.
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Coast Meets Autumn: Two Exclusive Sandwich Specials Launch Wednesday, Sept. 23
Starting Wednesday, Sept. 23 through Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, guests can enjoy two new limited-time menu additions. Satisfy seafood cravings with a fresh coastal favorite or get an early taste of fall with a seasonal classic—both available for one week only.
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Chef Jean Paul Fontaine’s Weekend Specials: Available Sept. 17 – Sept. 19, 2026
This week’s Chef Specials feature a warm balance of late-summer comfort and elevated classics. From crisp small plates and rich, seasonal soups to expertly paired entrées, premium hand-cut steaks, and single-malt pours, every dish is crafted to pair perfectly with our extensive wine and spirits collection. Save room for dessert—and enjoy your evening with us!
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Two Heavyweight Sandwiches, One Week Only: Sept. 16 – Sept. 22, 2026
Sink your teeth into two heavy-hitting menu additions available for one week only! From Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, through Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, we’re serving up a pair of ultimate comfort food originals—a steakhouse-style burger blend and a fiery, bacon-packed grilled cheese upgrade. Catch them while they’re on the line:
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Double the Flavor: Introducing New Monday & Tuesday Specials at Players Retreat
Great news PR family: we are adding two brand-new weekly food features to the lineup every Monday and Tuesday! Don’t miss Rrime Rib on Mondays and the French Dip on Tuesdays.
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Let’s Eat: This Weekend’s Chef’s Specials Have Arrived
Chef Jean Paul Fontaine’s latest weekend specials at Players Retreat feature standout entrées like Steak Diane, Joyce Farms pan-roasted chicken, and butcher-cut USDA Prime steaks. Round out your meal with fresh appetizers, curated wine pairings, rich house-made desserts, and featured Macallan single-malt scotch half-pours.
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Battle of the Sammys: Player’s Patty Melt vs. Calabrian Chicken Philly in This Week’s Sandwich Specials Lineup
Stop by Player’s Retreat from Wednesday, Sept. 9, through Tuesday, Sept. 15, for house-ground patty melts and kickin’ Calabrian chicken Phillys.
First Weekend Favorites: Chef Angelica Barajas Serves Authentic Mexican Specials at Players Retreat
The first weekend of the month has arrived, bringing one of Raleigh’s favorite traditions back to Players Retreat. Chef Angelica Barajas is serving up an incredible lineup of authentic Mexican dishes, hand-cut USDA Prime steaks, featured craft cocktails, and premium wine pairings.
Fresh Salmon & Comfort Classic Meatloaf: This Week’s Sandwich Specials
From fresh Maine salmon on brioche to house-made pork and beef meatloaf on toasted white bread, check out what’s cookin’ this week at the Players Retreat through Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026.
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Chef Jean Paul Fontaine’s Weekend Specials: Available Aug. 27 – Aug. 29, 2026
We closing out the final week of the month with some amazing chef specials!
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