The weather is slowly turning, and the leaves won’t be far behind. From savory dishes to sweet treats, here’s your guide to indulging in the flavors of autumn anywhere in the city.

For something savory

Inizio Pizza Napoletana | What's not to like? Pizza, good. Pumpkin cream, good. Buffalo mozzarella, good. Ricotta, good. Pecorino, good.

VINYL | The South End staple will offer roasted Brussels sprouts, whipped ricotta + squash, and black bean falafel pita sliders this autumnal season.

Maman | Nothing welcomes cooler weather better than a grilled cheese paired with tomato soup. If Thanksgiving is more your speed, welcome the season with the chicken salad club with spiced cranberry chutney.

Finale Pizza | There's so mush room in your stomach to try the mushroom + onion pizza, pasta al funghi, or stuffed mushrooms.

JINYA Ramen Bar | Pair Japanese flavors and comfort food by savoring the Aka Oni, a spicy garlic ramen with pork and chicken chashu, fried whole garlic cloves, fresh cabbage, bean sprouts, sesame oil, and chili flakes.

A container of ice cream with three scoops displayed with a spoon and waffle cone chip. — *Pro tip:* Try all three fall flavors from Seemingly Overzealous in one container. | Photo by CLTtoday

For something sweet

Seemingly Overzealous | The allergen-friendly ice cream shop launched three flavors for the fall season: pumpkin spice latte, s'mores, and apple pie.

Suárez Bakery | The beloved bakery has salted caramel doughnuts for a limited time.

South Block | Start your fall morning with an apple crisp bowl or pumpkin pie smoothie using real pumpkin and warm spice blended with maple syrup.

Snooze | Brunch plans will make it out of the group chat to savor the fall-inspired pumpkin pecan pie pancakes, tiramisu French toast with espresso cream, or a DIY mimosa.

Rotating images of coffees and a stack of three pumpkin macaroons. — Fall and Sunflour's apple cider, or a pumpkin spice latte, go hand in hand. | Photos via Sunflour Baking Co.

Flavored coffees

Sunflour Baking Co. | Fall for the season with an apple cider and a pumpkin spice latte — don't forget to pair it with a whoopie pie or macaroon.

Tipsy Pickle | Order a salted caramel chai or brown butter latte before (or after) hitting the court.

Haraz | For all the pumpkin spice fans, try the pumpkin spice latte paired with a dream cake.

Coffee Republic | We "pecan't even" with this fall menu featuring flavors like pumpkin, maple, caramel apple, and chai.

Rosie’s Coffee and Wine Garden | Nothing says fall quite like a s'mores-inspired mocha.

Hex Coffee, Kitchen & Natural Wines | Squash the summer away and welcome fall with the kabocha squash latte.

Wildroots Coffee | Whether it's hot or cold outside, a pumpkin crème brûlée latte is sure to hit the spot.

Summit Coffee | If pumpkin isn't your thing, consider sipping a red velvet or cookie butter latte to celebrate fall.

A mug with a hot chai tee, two small iced lattes, and two cocktails on a table. — Whether you're into hot or iced, coffee or cocktail, Plot Twist has something for everyone. | Photo by CLTtoday

Plot Twist | Morning, afternoon, or evening just got better with these fall drink profiles featuring toasted marshmallow, spiced apple, carrot cake, and more.

Platform Coffee | Warm up from the fall chill in the air with a toasted cardamom latte or apple spiced matcha.

Sugar & Sip | This beloved coffee cart has wellness in mind with its golden milk latte, toasted hazel latte, and peach cobbler matcha.

Local brews and libations

Vaulted Oak Brewing | Quench your thirst with a false fall festbier lager.

Olde Mecklenburg Brewery | It's not fall without a sip of Mecktoberfest, OMB's annual fall release.

NoDa Brewing Co. | The seasonal Gordgeous Pumpkin Ale boasts notes of pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and allspice.