21 Restaurants Near Duke University

21 restaurants available nearby

1. Durham - M Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(2390)

$$$$

• Sushi • Durham

Booked 62 times today

M Sushi is triangles first dedicated sushi and seafood restaurant. We concentrate on raw and cold applications of fresh exotic seafood as well as cooked and vegetarian courses utilizing the same high quality ingredients. We are creating simple and traditional sushi cuisine with Peruvian and Spanish influences. We are the only restaurant in NC to make the Opentable top 100 restaurants in 2021.

2. Juju Durham

4.8

Exceptional(1877)

$$$$

• Asian • Durham

Booked 29 times today

Juju was launched by local restaurateurs Julian Benfey and Charlie Deal. Located on Ninth St. near Duke University’s East Campus, Juju is the luckiest place in town to be, for anything from an early bite to a fun evening dinner party.Juju serves up small plates with bold flavors, each prepared creatively with attention to tradition, whimsy, local integrity, and, of course, deliciousness. In addition to its extensive and delicious menu, Juju features a dynamic beverage program of hand-made cocktails, Sake selections and a well-chosen list of artisan wines and craft beers.

3. Cucciolo Osteria

4.7

Exceptional(1279)

$$$$

• Italian • Durham

Booked 34 times today

Cousins Jimmy and Julian Kim welcome you to Cucciolo Osteria Durham! A sister restaurant to the original Cucciolo Osteria in Seoul, Korea, offering modern Italian cuisine with a twist.We are located in the same building as the Amtrak train station, just opposite side, next to West End Wine Bar.

4. NanaSteak

4.8

Exceptional(2076)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Durham

Booked 38 times today

NanaSteak offers high-energy upscale dining at its finest. Enjoy drinks and appetizers with friends at the beautiful and well appointed bar or dine from a menu full of local North Carolina fare. The award wining wine list offers many unique and interesting selections to compliment any meal. With an impeccable attention to detail, this is the perfect backdrop for an extraordinary evening. In short, NanaSteak is more than just Durham's finest steakhouse.

5. Counting House

4.6

Exceptional(1329)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Durham

Booked 32 times today

Bold. Local. Social.Local cuisine meets the bold flavors and playful techniques of executive chef Jeff Seizer at Counting House. A social experience set amongst the art of today, designed to provide you with an easy-going escape that will feed your soul. Inspired by old school European techniques and simple preparations, his menu is familiar, yet unexpected.The bar and lounge is a welcoming place to taste innovative cocktails, sample local craft brews, and explore broad bourbon and wine lists.Reestablishing the warmth and vitality of a historic gem, Counting House combines contemporary design with architectural details including the building’s original terrazzo floors and arched windows.

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6. Fairview Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(1604)

$$$$

• American • Durham

Booked 24 times today

Year after year, the cuisine served at the Fairview earns 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 25 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.

7. Taberna Tapas

4.7

Exceptional(1511)

$$$$

• Tapas / Small Plates • Durham

Booked 32 times today

Spanish Tapas Extensive Spanish Wine listFull barServing dinner

8. Refectory Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(685)

$$$$

• American • Durham

Booked 34 times today

Established in 2005, The Refectory Cafe was the first “Green” restaurant on the Duke campus and was located at the Duke Divinity School. The Refectory Cafe focused on social & environmental sustainability, healthy dining and sourcing from local farms.The award-winning Refectory Cafe was to be a “one-of-a-kind” local farm to table restaurant where omnivores, vegetarians, vegans, plant-based, KETO and gluten-free diets could all happily share a table together in the same facility. Every diet classification could delight in delicious, satisfying, creative food from a common menu, while enjoying the health benefits of consuming nutrient-dense meals devoid of chemical additives – all while practicing social & environmental sustainability.

9. M Pocha

4.8

Exceptional(274)

$$$$

• Asian • Durham

Booked 21 times today

Pocha is short for Pojanmacha in Korea. The exact definition of Pojanmacha is "Tented Cart on Wheels" that serves street food with drinks. Over the years, pojanmacha has developed more into a brick and mortar style and has similar feel that of Japanese style Izakaya. It is an intimate but causal spot to share good food and drinks with friends. We focus on Asian fusion with a concentration on Korean food.

10. Blue Corn Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(354)

$$$$

• Latin American • Durham

Booked 14 times today

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!

Restaurants near Duke University

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Durham - M Sushi

2. Juju Durham

3. Cucciolo Osteria

4. NanaSteak

5. Counting House

6. Fairview Dining Room

7. Taberna Tapas

8. Refectory Cafe

9. M Pocha

10. Blue Corn Cafe

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