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Aaktun Coffee + Bar, Durham, NC

Aaktun Coffee + Bar

4.7 (177)
$30 and under
Latin American
704 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701-3738

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
Our cozy cafe is a delightful haven where friends gather amidst the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, savoring delectable pastries and engaging in warm, leisurely conversations. Take a step into our dining room and allow us to whisk you away to a tropical paradise where contemporary tiki cocktails blend seamlessly with vibrant Latin American and Caribbean Flavors. Our culinary journey is guided by the talented Oscar Diaz, a two-time James Beard semi-finalist and our esteemed chef-owner.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Caribbean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Diaz
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 177 people are saying

Aaktun Coffee + Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Hot spot

  • Durham

    Best Ambiance

  • Durham

    Innovative

  • Durham

    Hot spot

  • Durham

    Lively

  • Durham

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aaktun Coffee + Bar is a vibrant dining destination that transports guests to a "tropical paradise" with its stunning decor and lively atmosphere. The menu offers a fusion of flavors, with standout dishes such as "fantastic jerk chicken" and "passion fruit tiradito." Patrons rave about the "amazing" food, "wonderful" service, and "creative" cocktails, making it a top choice for both brunch and dinner. Despite occasional service hiccups, Aaktun's overall experience is highly recommended for its "superb" ambiance and delectable offerings.
177 Reviews
  1. Kris VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill67 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Mr. Diaz is a sauce GOD! It's a little pricey for the portion sizes, but the food is always great. My only real complaint is that the music is too loud, especially for a Tuesday night - maybe save the energy for Friday/ Saturday?

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  2. Erika

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely stunning restaurant with amazing service

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  3. Faith

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place every time! Tried the Drunch menu this time. Got a couple of our favorites (poke bowl, bread) and tried a couple of new things (tropical shrimp & grits and OG tots bowl). It was all delicious!

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  4. Maloree VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food and service were excellent but the music was so loud we were yelling and still couldn't hear each other. Would be a much more enjoyable experience if the music was taken down a few decibles.

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  5. Marie VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill42 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I don’t like the lomo saltado. I understand that this restaurant is a fusion between Chinese, Latin and Leber cultures but not good. 1 to 10 2

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  6. Angelo VIP

    Charlotte2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, tried new flavors and dishes I never had before and everything hit the spot. Generous potions on the dinner and shareable sides, and drinks were very well made.

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  7. Chuck VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Bit of a crap shoot, since as of 6/28/2025 they still do not have their menu on their web site. Luckily the food was pretty good. We had chicken skewers, steak and (rather fatty) short ribs. The wine list is small, but the Cotes du Rhone was good. The restaurant is attractively decorated, but VERY NOISY. Things quieted down slightly, and they were taking walk-ins, by 8:30 on a Friday night.

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  8. Wendy VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great time and amazing food! Sunday brunch is lively. Easy to forget you’re in Durham NC vs. in a tropical paradise 🤣

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  9. Deanna

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was cute, but we left before ordering because they wouldn’t accommodate my party size. We were sat at a table for 4 instead of 5. When we asked to move to another table they refused.

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  10. SydneyE VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really cute spot

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Aaktun Coffee + Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Aaktun Coffee + Bar

704 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701-3738

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Caribbean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Diaz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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