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Nasher Cafe at Duke University
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.9(862)The 125-seat indoor/outdoor Nasher Cafe overlooks the garden and sits adjacent to the Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen "Corridor Pin" sculpture, providing a serene and beautiful ambience. The Nasher Cafe offers local and sustainable products forged into creative lunch, brunch and dinner menus. Guests can experience a world class museum as well as restaurant in one stop.Napoli Pizzeria & Gelateria
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.9(141)Offering small plates, True wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, housemade gelato, local beer on draft, wine & cocktails in downtown Carrboro!
M Pocha
Price: Moderate•Asian•4.8(464)Located in the heart of downtown Durham, M Pocha is a vibrant dining destination that brings the energy and flavors of Korean Pojangmacha to life. A modern twist on the traditional "tented street carts" of Korea, M Pocha offers an intimate, casual setting where friends gather to share exceptional food, creative cocktails, and great conversation.
Led by locally renowned Chef Michael Lee and part of the esteemed M Restaurant Group, our menu celebrates Asian fusion cuisine with a special focus on bold Korean-inspired flavors. From small plates perfect for sharing to signature dishes crafted with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, M Pocha delivers a culinary experience as dynamic as the city we call home.
Whether you’re stopping by for a cozy night out or an exciting taste adventure, M Pocha promises a warm, welcoming atmosphere and unforgettable dishes. Join us and discover why we’re one of Durham’s most talked-about dining spots!Talulla's
Price: Moderate•Turkish•4.9(1,273)
When you walk through the shadowed glass doors of Talulla's, an instant transformation begins to occur. Your mind and body begin to relax. Your ears pick up on the eclectic mix of music. Your eyes wonder around the walls, decorated in Turkish rugs; then the ceilings, scattered with warm, unique lighting pieces; then the floors... the dark, hardwood floors; and finally, across the plush seating areas, disguised by cushions and pillows and fabric leisurely draped around the frames.
Fearrington House Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,839)The intimate dining rooms within The Fearrington House Restaurant welcome guests with exceptional service and a seasonally changing menu. Executive Chef Paul Gagne commitment to exceptional farm-to-fork cuisine is woven throughout the dining experience.
From partnerships with local farms, including Harland's Creek Farm in Pittsboro and Lil Farm in Timberlake, to herbs harvested from gardens on the property, to dishes that celebrate North Carolina’s seasons, The Fearrington House’s mission to provide Relais & Chateaux level cuisine and service to guests has remained constant since opening in 1980.
Our menu is complemented by a beverage program featuring an extensive wine list, a full cocktail bar, and beers celebrating North Carolina breweries.
Any Allergies and Food Preferences are to be provided in advance. If not provided, not all requests can be accommodated.
Jackets are requested but not required. We ask that gentlemen remove hats for dinner service.Seraphine
Price: Moderate•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4.8(697)Seraphine is on OpenTable! We look forward to seeing you!
Kipos Greek Taverna - Chapel Hill
Price: Moderate•Greek•4.6(1,247)Authentic Greek Taverna. An ode to the recipes of the Bakatsias family. Fresh ingredients right from the garden for brunch & dinner service.Nanas
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(485)Nanas is a neighborhood restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Helmed by Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes, Nanas pays tribute to Nana’s, our beloved predecessor, while reimagining all of the details. Abundant, local ingredients shine on our seasonal menus, which feature dishes like Twice-Baked Grits Soufflé, Duck Ragout Tagliatelle, and the iconic Nana’s risotto alongside seasonal wood grilled whole fish, crispy lamb shoulder, and fresh-baked breads and desserts made daily in house. In our cozy bar you'll find finely executed classic cocktails and local beers, while the wine program offers upwards of 250+ labels of impeccably curated, farming-first wines. If your desired time for a reservation is not available our bar seats are open on a first come first serve basis. Call your nana, it's time to eat.
Refectory Cafe
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(984)Established in 2005, The Refectory Cafe was the first “Green” restaurant on the Duke campus and was located at the Duke Divinity and Law Schools. Now located just 2 miles from Duke's West Campus, The award-winning Refectory Cafe continues to be the restaurant where omnivores, vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free folks happily share a table together in the same facility. Every diet classification can delight in delicious, satisfying, creative food from a common menu, while enjoying the health benefits of consuming clean food, minimally processed.
Appreciate the Award winning flavor and creativity of our Executive Chef Jake Miles & Pastry Chef Rosa Redel.
MOST RECENT AWARDS: 2023-2025
2023 #4 Independent Restaurant in the STATE (Southern Living Magazine)
TripAdvisor #1 / #2
Best Brunch
Best Wine List
Best Pie
Best Vegan
Best Vegetarian
Best Patio Dining
We look forward to serving you! You will love the food and our team!Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Durham
Price: Moderate•Indian•4.7(224)Rated as the # 1 Indian Restaurant in Triangle, Lime & Lemon Indian Grill offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.
Featured in the October 2019 edition of News & Observer and received a 4 out of 5 star rating. It has been consistently voted as one of the Top 10 Ethnic restaurants and has also been recognized as the Best Indian Restaurant in the Triangle for 2019, 2020 and 2021.
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- KKynnéeRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoLove coming to Aaktun, best in Durham that makes you forget it’s Durham. Hope for more aesthetically pleasing places from Aaktun in the future.More infoAaktun Coffee + BarPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Durham•4.7
- JJosephVIPSacramento / Sacramento Valley •8 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent steaks and wonderful service. Would highly recommend.More infoNanaSteakPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Durham•4.8
- PPhilipVIPRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •64 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoWe hadn't been to Nanas in a while (more than a year) but decided to go again as a family to celebrate my adult son's birthday. I'm glad we did. The food and service were excellent (especially the food: the chicken liver pate and roast chicken were the best we've ever had). We are definitely planning on returning soon. The only negative is that the parking situation sucks.More infoNanasPrice: Expensive• American• Durham•4.8
- DDaranRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoHad a wonderful time at Mother & Son's. SPecifically enjoyed the garden salad and the winter squash. The Negroni I had was delightful!More infoMothers & SonsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham•4.6
- RRobertRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoI had an amazing first experience at Seraphine. The food was outstanding, and the server was knowledgeable, making fantastic recommendations. I will absolutely go back again.More infoSeraphinePrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Durham•4.8
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Durham is known for being part of the Raleigh-Durham metro area, and it's also home to Duke University as well as a few other colleges and universities. This city located in the central part of North Carolina features numerous historic, charming, artsy and eclectic areas. Among these are Ninth Street and Brightleaf Square where worlds of incredible cuisine open up to diners. In Durham, it's common to find contemporary American, Italian, Southern and seafood menus. Research Triangle Park (RTP), one of the most prominent areas for technology and business in the country, is adjacent to and practically part of Durham. RTP offers numerous restaurants, and many of them cater to the business crowd with classic American, Mexican, grille and sandwich-type fares.
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Healthy restaurants located in Durham include Kipos Greek Taverna - Chapel Hill, Elements and Bleu Olive
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Durham are Kipos Greek Taverna - Chapel Hill, Juju Durham and Durham - M Sushi
Bottomless brunch in Durham is available at Vin Rouge, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Durham and Nikos
The most romantic restaurant in Durham is Fearrington House Restaurant
Restaurants in Durham with a great view include Fearrington House Restaurant, Fairview Dining Room and The Roof at The Durham