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Blue Corn Cafe, Durham, NC
Blue Corn Cafe, Durham, NC
Blue Corn Cafe, Durham, NC
Blue Corn Cafe, Durham, NC
Blue Corn Cafe, Durham, NC

Blue Corn Cafe

4.9
4.9
379 Reviews
$31 to $50
Latin American
Blue Corn Cafe has been serving the Triangle area since 1997. We offer a locally sourced twist on Latin American cuisine. Our passion for locally sourced food and beverage has allowed us to offer our unique twist on Latin and South American recipes. Both owners Danielle and Antonio Rios have a passion on bringing their culture to your table with unique quality products.
Our warm atmosphere and kind servers make you feel comfortable upon entering and that is only where it begins. We look forward to serving you. Prevecho!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Mexican / Southwestern, South American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 286-9600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Antonion Rios
  • Catering
    We are custom caterers and can design and implement what our client envisions. Both on and off site, we have been entertaining and catering in the Triangle area for 17 years.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a casual upscale private room, Blue Corn offers custom designed menus with a warm smart casual feel. Perfect for corporate events, showers and birthdays.
  • Private party contact
    Danielle Rios: (919) 286-9600
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Cross street
    Main St.
  • Parking details
    We have both street and lot parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 379 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Service

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Value

  • Durham

    Best Service

  • Durham

    Best Ambiance

  • Durham

    Best Value

  • Durham

    Kid-friendly

  • Durham

    Neighborhood gem

379 Reviews
  1. Lskrla

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Loved this restaurant! All three dishes we ordered were delicious, and they were not the typical fare you can get anywhere. Plantains with mango sauce were out of this world. Our server, Maddy, was great too.

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  2. Lynne

    Raleigh

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and our service was amazing. Highly recommend.

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  3. KCLJARM

    Raleigh

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit to Blue Corn. It's a quaint little spot and nice decorated. We were seated right away at a table that was ready for us, with filled water glasses and menus. Unfortunately, they don't serve Coke or Pepsi products, but rather Mexican soft drinks. We only drink soda once a week, so I didn't want to pay for something I may have not liked. We ordered the cheese dip as an appetizer, it also came with sone salsa. The dip was thick and good. The salsa was very mild but none the less good. For our meals I ordered the seafood paella and my wife got the blue corn quesadilla. The paella cam our piping hot, it was very good and I had plenty to take home for leftovers. My wife enjoyed her quesadilla but thought the shell would be blue, but was just named after the restaurant. Our waitress was nice and helpful. If you are looking for authentic Latino food, certainly give Blue Corn a try.

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  4. MaryT

    Charlotte

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I had a delightful dinner. The food was tasty and well presented. Our server, Sierra, was extremely attentive. We will definitely be back.

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  5. 2eatmore

    Raleigh

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Went for a night out pleasant and the food was so delicious.

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  6. Warren

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent food and service, lots of good vegetarian options

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service! We’re expecting us and had the table ready. Will definitely go back soon.

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  8. Danny

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this restaurant, the food is always great and the staff very pleasant

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely staff and amazing empanadas! Don’t sleep on the rice and beans!

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  10. Sally

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So pleasantly surprised! First time but will be going back again and again. Food was delicious and reasonably priced. Atmosphere was very conducive to talking and the service was delightful! Could not have been a better meal or experience.

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  11. melwil

    Raleigh

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great ambiance, great value! We will be returning often.

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  12. MaryG

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My 15 year old granddaughter and I had a delicious dinner. Service was excellent. Great experience!

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  13. christinej

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I got the fajitas and the beans were sweet and really not edible. My husband didn't like them either. Might be something that the server should mention if people want that. Other than that the food was okay. Nothing to write home about. The service is very good. I like the atmosphere

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  14. Martin

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent all around with a broad menu that includes many vegan, vegetarian dishes as well as meat and seafood.

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  15. Mmmmm

    Raleigh

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a great evening. Our food was delicious. Our waitress was honestly totally awesome!!!!

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  16. NanV

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is consistently great, good customer service and nice atmosphere.

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  17. Rando

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and delicious food. In all the times we have gone there we have never had a bad meal or service. I highly recommend Blue Corn Cafe.

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  18. mathgeek

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The menu has large number of interesting choices. The latin american accent brings a lot of novel items like plantains, as well as cuban sandwiches and some really good salads for those who want something lighter. The restaurant has been open for 25 years so take advantage of the fact that Duke students are gone to enjoy an uncrowded lunch today.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blue Corn is a family-run business that treats its guests like family, too. I have celiac disease and they always take amazing care of me and my dietary needs. It’s one of our favorite places to go!

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  20. LeeK

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    High quality ingredients. Large portions. Huge quesadillas.

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  21. LindsayB

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Grace was so sweet and attentive! The food was yummy too! Best queso ever!!

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  22. moba

    Charlotte

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and service. But parking is tight. However you can park at the bank across the street during non banking hours.

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  23. Vincent

    Greensboro

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience with a polite and engaging staff. The food was wonderful and the atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable. Many of the staff stopped by to chat and pass on good wishes. I will definitely be back!!!

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  24. ClairS

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best food I have had in North Carolina! I will definitely be returning often.

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  25. ChuckB

    Charlotte

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently excellent.... if you like spice... ask for the Habanero sauce... not on menu....but wow

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  26. JenniferB

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and cocktails and great service in a fun, colorful environment!

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  27. ErikT

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a winner! Open 27 + years so you know it’s gotta be awesome!

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  28. hadleyk

    Western NC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    As always, wonderful service, delicious flavors, and fun at the table. We loved walking around 9th street afterward, too!

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  29. SuzanneP

    Naples

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    There were lots of gluten free options and the service was pretty quick!!

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  30. StevenH

    Indiana

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Often eat here before a basketball game. Great food and really good value. Kitchen is very prompt and bar service is great. Shout out to Makayla for being an awesome bartender, waitress and culinary advisor.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was friendly, the food was fantastic(perfectly seasoned), and the mojito was refreshing! We will definitely be coming back with friends.

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  32. CaryG

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delish!!! Perfect - the food, service, and ambience.

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  33. Robin

    Raleigh

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Table was ready when we arrived. Staff was very friendly. Food was great! I took 4 people who have never been to this restaurant, and everyone loved the food and the experience.

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  34. cmcm

    Raleigh

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and staff are always great.

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  35. Reea

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience1
    Food was not great - spoiled fish served cold - would not recommend.

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  36. AGru2

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food with a great variety. Service was impeccable. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend.

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  37. SteveNC

    Greensboro

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food, service and experience. In a cool area on Ninth Street and would definitely go back here again.

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  38. raync

    Raleigh

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Reservation for lunch. Really excellent food, good service. The tostones were prefect and the mole enchiladas tasted rich, I assume it was homemade. Service was attentive and responsive. Prices are reasonable/competitive with the Ninth St. vibe. Overall, highly recommended.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, friendly staff, quiet, good value, definitely a keeper!

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  40. Shopgal103

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Margaritas! Great food at good value.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Blue Corn Cafe using the Order Online button. Blue Corn Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 286-9600.

Blue Corn Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 379 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blue Corn Cafe

716 9th St, Durham, NC 27705

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main St.
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu 4:30 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Mexican / Southwestern, South American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We have both street and lot parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Antonion Rios
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (919) 286-9600
  • Catering
    We are custom caterers and can design and implement what our client envisions. Both on and off site, we have been entertaining and catering in the Triangle area for 17 years.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a casual upscale private room, Blue Corn offers custom designed menus with a warm smart casual feel. Perfect for corporate events, showers and birthdays.
  • Private party contact
    Danielle Rios: (919) 286-9600
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