Fairview Dining Room

Name: Fairview Dining Room
Address: 3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC, United States, 27705
Telephone: (919) 493-6699
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1585 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Year after year, the cuisines served up at the Fairview earn the highest marks among respected food critics and peer reviewers. Our Executive Culinary team is widely regarded for their unique "regional neo-American" specialties. The Fairview has received the prestigious AAA Four Diamond award for 22 consecutive years and is the recipient of the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating for two consecutive years.

From our ever-so-tempting appetizers to the last irresistible morsel of our homemade desserts, every meal at the Fairview is executed with discriminating taste and renowned attention to detail. The Inn's extensive wine list, recognized annually by the Wine Spectator Magazine, assures the perfect wine compliment for your meal. Exquisite food, impeccable presentation, attentive service, and a cordial, elegant ambiance make the Fairview the area's restaurant of choice.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 2:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 493-6699
Website
http://www.washingtondukeinn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Troy Stauffer
Private party contact
Bobby Gorham or James Holcomb: (919) 493-6699

Location
3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC 27705
Neighborhood
Durham
Cross street
Science Drive
Parking details
On site secure parking.
Entertainment
Light classics are played on our baby Grand on Friday & Saturday evening 7pm-10pm, Saturday & Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Valentine's Day prix fixe
$95.00 per person
Feb 14, 2023 only
Celebrate with your special loved one(s) at Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club! Begin your celebration with a toast, as we welcome you with a glass of bubbly! Indulge with selections including She Crab Soup, Fried Oysters, Truffle Risotto, Filet Mignon, Halibut, Veal Ossobucco and delicious desserts prepared with love from the kitchen of Executive Chef Troy Stauffer. Our prix fixe menu is $95 for adults; nonrefundable deposit of $25/person applied to bill. Reservations available from 7p-10p, with seating in the Fairview Dining Room.

Offers

Game Day!
Multiple dates available
Tonight's Game Day menu will feature selections from both the Fairview Dining Room and the Bull Durham Bar. Please note that this will be the only menu available for this service. Go Duke!!!

Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail$19.00
remoulade, cocktail sauce, charred lemon
Crispy Brussels$16.00
butternut apple & raisin sauté, saba, pumpkin seeds
Calamari$16.00
malt vinegar aïoli, fresh herbs, aleppo
Pancetta Polpettes$15.00
sauce pomodoro, parmigiano reggiano, whipped ricotta
Artisan Cheese Board$18.00
local cheese, fig jam, marcona almonds, apricots, crostini

Entrées

Braised Beef Short Ribs$35.00
rosemary parmesan polenta, butternut squash agrodolce, baby carrot, red wine reduction
Quatre Épices Duck Confit$34.00
confit of duck leg and thigh, shiitake farrotto, sweet potato, swiss chard, hot honey
Vegetable Cassoulet$27.00
cannellini beans, winter squash, parsnip, carrot, vegan creamed kale, crispy mushrooms
Seared Diver Scallops*$42.00
truffle risotto, baby beet, citrus fennel salad, pomegranate molasses
Grilled Salmon*$34.00
turnip purée, black garbanzo, leek & carrot sauté, apricot mostarda
Chesapeake Crabcake$29.00
bacon wilted spinach, celeriac, pickled pepper, stone ground mustard béchamel
Shrimp & Grits$30.00
pimiento cheese coldwater creek grits, braised collard greens, trinity gravy
Potato Gnocchi$27.00
roasted oyster mushroom, hazelnut, broccolini, butternut squash, brown butter, parmigiano reggiano

Soup & Salads

Beet Carpaccio$16.00
goat cheese mousse, arugula, sweet walnuts, 4 yr balsamic, citrus vinaigrette
Spinach Salad$16.00
grilled fennel, candied bacon, feta, mandarins, dijon sherry vinaigrette
Classic Caesar$15.00
parmigiano reggiano, spanish anchovy, focaccia crouton
Chopped Salad$19.00
chicken, cheddar, bleu, egg, avocado, scallion, bacon, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette
Artisan Salad$16.00
spiced sweet potato, dried cherries, ricotta salata, sunflower seeds, pomegranate vinaigrette
Baby Kale Salad$16.00
red cabbage, verjus golden raisin, carrot, marcona almond, gravenstein apple vinaigrette
Waduke Chowder$10.00
shrimp, corn & bacon

From the Grill

served with choice of one side

8oz Filet Mignon*$48.00
sauce bordelaise
12oz New York Strip Steak*$42.00
horseradish soubise
Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$26.00
brandied currant chicken glacé
Beyond Pub Burger$19.00
pretzel roll, sweet onions, mushrooms, tomato jam
Bull Durham Burger*$19.00
House pickles. Additional toppings: cheese, sautéed onions, bacon, sautéed mushrooms

À la Carte Sides

Sautéed Asparagus
Chickpea, Leek & Carrot Sauté
Rosemary and Parmesan Polenta
Bacon Wilted Spinach with Celeriac
Shoestring French Fries
Braised Collard Greens
Pimiento Cheese Cold Water Creek Grits
Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes

What 1,585 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Best Ambiance
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Good for business meals
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for scenic views
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
American
Durham
Best Overall
Durham
Best Food
Durham
Best Service
Durham
Best Ambiance
Durham
Best Value
Durham
Great for brunch
Durham
Good for business meals
Durham
Good for special occasions

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Larry
Raleigh
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great brunch menu. Highchair for my grandson. Corner table with view of golf course.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went before a basketball game and totally enjoyed our meal. Service was excellent and will definitely go back.
S
Steve1249
Richmond
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Fairview Dining Room is one of the most elegant and delicious places to dine we have ever enjoyed. We joined up with dear friends to celebrate my 74th birthday on Monday night. We all had different entrees and raved about how good everything was throughout the meal. Our server, Jasmine, was so sweet, charming and expert in taking care of us. She really got engaged with the birthday party vibe, and we enjoyed several fun exchanges of delightful conversation with her. Because all the servers support each other, we had the chance to meet the rest of the serving crew who were all equally charming and helpful to Jasmine and to us. We call the Washington Duke Inn our "happy place" and visit often from our home in Williamsburg, VA. Can't wait to return. Steve & Margie
MF
MarceyF
Raleigh
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Breakfast before an exciting Duke/Miami game was delicious! 💙🏀💙
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent experience each time. Great food. Exemplary service. Perfecto ambience for a business meal or a night out.
KH
KristenH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great service!! Highly recommend.
SB
SamB
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Seats were uncomfortably low. Requested cushions and they were provided and that helped. Our waiter Mike was great! Maybe best of our waitpeople at WaDu. His experience and personality came through. Not a big problem but they did not have Whisper Pig or Elijah Craig Bourbon.
DB
DeboraBolton
County Durham
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I just love everything about this place. Everything is a step above.
L
Loves2eat
Raleigh
145 reviews
vip
5.0
145 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A pretty perfect dining experience! We had a party of four for brunch, and everyone loved their food selections. Very attentive waiter, and the ambiance was wonderful with the soothing piano music. We will definitely return.
AJ
AnnJ
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Fairview Dining Room is a very pleasant restaurant to dine and visit with your friends. The pianist is excellent and adds so much to your dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Des Moines
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visit to Duke University for graduate school
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was to celebrate our grand daughter’s White Coat Ceremony at the Duke PA School. Everyone in the party thought it was amazing. I just made another reservation in Feb to celebrate our granddaughter’s 25th birthday.
NC
NormanC
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful setting. The shrimp and grits were terrific
C
Craig
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is amazing and the service is excellent! Do yourself a favor and get whatever pop tart they have available. You won't be disappointed!
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Visitors22
Raleigh
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
We have been attending NYE for several years now. The restaurant is beautiful, the decor was great, loved the live music. The wait staff were outstanding. Unfortunately we were disappointed with the food. Appetizers had obviously been sitting and were not freshly prepared (we had a 7:00pm slot), the main course was lukewarm, steak a bit overdone, dessert was ok. It felt like food had been sitting on warmers. Not the serving that we have come to love. We hope that things are handled differently in the future.
KA
KimA
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place for lunch with friends! The server was attentive without being annoying. The food and ambience is outstanding!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Christmas. Staff was great. Food very good. Deserts did not seem fresh. Ginger cake was very dry
JG
JanetG
Raleigh
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christmas in the Fairview dining room was a delicious and special experience. Everything was perfect …the service, the holiday touches and the extensive prix fixe made everyone at our table happy. We thought the price per person was in line with the quality and experience. The complimentary cinnamon rolls* for the morning was a nice and tasty treat. * Note to the restaurant: Have you considered leaving off the red and green icing sugar? It’s an unnecessary festive touch and in the morning the cinnamon buns look a bit like a ghastly crime scene. Besides, they are so delicious with out the distraction of extra color and sugar!
GC
GeorgeC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was one of the best holiday dining experiences we have ever had. Food and service were terrific and the ambience was just right.
DD
DurhamDave
Raleigh
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went there for Christmas dinner on Christmas Day. Have been there many non-holiday visits, but this was the first time for Christmas. They really outshined here, the food, live piano music, services, fixed price menu selections and champagne to start were all top notch. Can't say enough, it was a very memorable experience, and we'll be back!
JH
JimH
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had another outstanding meal for our special occasion! We continue to go to the Washington Duke for our memorable events.
KC
KathyC
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
An absolutely wonderful restaurant to celebrate a special occasion
DM
DavidM
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Even though we were approximately 25 minutes early for our reservation we were seated right away. The wait staff were courteous, friendly, and professional. It was our daughter’s birthday and they made the evening very pleasant. To top it off the food was outstanding. Thank you.
AR
AmyR
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was so helpful in her recommendations from our questions.
D
Durham
Raleigh
233 reviews
vip
4.0
233 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
A really fine ding experience with excellent food and attentive service. We will be back.
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wislbleur
Raleigh
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience4
The food at Fairview is very good, if not back to its splendor of pre-pandemic days. Service and ambience are great, as ever.
B
Backup
Raleigh
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu selections. Steaks cooked to perfection. Service attentive but not intrusive. Very cosy surroundings and quiet.
NC
NCfoodie
Washington DC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food were wonderful for a holiday lunch with my best friend. Clearly hospitality is emphasized here as everyone was incredibly gracious.
M
Mebanetablefan
Western NC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always enjoy dining at the WD. Food and service are very good. Christmas decorations were wonderful. Would suggest lower prices for lunch entrees.
LD
Leen4Duke
Exclusive
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved celebrating Christmas as a family at the Washington Duke. Our dinner was fabulous from drinks to coffee. The menu offered a wonderful selection for our diverse eating family. We enjoyed good conversation and excellent food.
GY
GraceY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I felt that our waitress was lovely and courteous and professional. However, it felt slightly overwhelming to have a manager and other service people (who was not our waitress) asking multiple times about how our food was? It was a few times to many. No foul, no harm just maybe to many requests of how we were doing. Other than that it was a delightful Christmas Luncheon with my supervisor. Grace (Duke Divinity School)
DF
DonaldF
Raleigh
99 reviews
vip
5.0
99 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service, and atmosphere. A great place to dine
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christmas dinner
JD
JackD
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about the night was outstanding. All of the staff were very attentive. We enjoyed the pianist very much. But, the evening was topped off by amazing meals prepared by a remarkable chef.
LL
LesleyL
Raleigh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! Lovely holiday decorations, too’
HG
HaroldG
Raleigh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience5
Food exceptional, server adequate. But, ordered a good wine ($90) that was corked and couldn't get the wine manager over until we had finished dinner. Disappointing that we couldn't enjoy the wine with dinner. BTW, the wine manager didn't even need to taste the wine to know it was bad, just the smell told the story.
E
Et183394
Washington DC
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and better service from Freddy always a good experience.
L
Larry
Raleigh
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The catch of the day was striped sea bass which was excellent! Best fish I've had there.
m
marybn
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
A group of girl friends met for a Christmas dinner party. The atmosphere was lovely, our food was delicious, but some felt the service could have been better. Luckily no one was in a hurry. Overall, it was a delightful evening!
J
Johnny
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our party of 4 enjoyed a fantastic game day lunch. The food was great, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was just right. We were amazed by the 5-star service and quality, yet they make you feel really relaxed and casual. Can't wait to try their brunch service.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Fairview Dining Room is rated 4.8 stars by 1585 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 6, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Experiences are available.

3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC 27705

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Science Drive
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 6:30 am–12:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 2:30 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
On site secure parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Troy Stauffer
Entertainment
Light classics are played on our baby Grand on Friday & Saturday evening 7pm-10pm, Saturday & Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.washingtondukeinn.com/
Phone number
(919) 493-6699
Private party contact
Bobby Gorham or James Holcomb: (919) 493-6699

Fairview Dining Room

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Valentine's Day prix fixe

Game Day!

Salmon

Grilled Salmon

Shrimp

Appetizers

Shrimp Cocktail$19.00

Crispy Brussels$16.00

Calamari$16.00

Pancetta Polpettes$15.00

Artisan Cheese Board$18.00

Entrées

Braised Beef Short Ribs$35.00

Quatre Épices Duck Confit$34.00

Vegetable Cassoulet$27.00

Seared Diver Scallops*$42.00

Grilled Salmon*$34.00

Chesapeake Crabcake$29.00

Shrimp & Grits$30.00

Potato Gnocchi$27.00

Soup & Salads

Beet Carpaccio$16.00

Spinach Salad$16.00

Classic Caesar$15.00

Chopped Salad$19.00

Artisan Salad$16.00

Baby Kale Salad$16.00

Waduke Chowder$10.00

From the Grill

8oz Filet Mignon*$48.00

12oz New York Strip Steak*$42.00

Joyce Farms Chicken Breast$26.00

Beyond Pub Burger$19.00

Bull Durham Burger*$19.00

À la Carte Sides

Sautéed Asparagus

Chickpea, Leek & Carrot Sauté

Rosemary and Parmesan Polenta

Bacon Wilted Spinach with Celeriac

Shoestring French Fries

Braised Collard Greens

Pimiento Cheese Cold Water Creek Grits

Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes

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