Counting House

Name: Counting House
Address: 111 North Corcoran St 21c Museum Hotel, Durham, NC, United States, 27701
Telephone: (919) 956-6760
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (1580)

$31 to $50

Seafood

111 North Corcoran St, 21c Museum Hotel, Durham, NC 27701

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

At Counting House restaurant, led by Executive Chef Melanie Wilkerson, local cuisine meets bold flavors and playful execution. A seafood-driven menu set amongst the art of today, designed to provide you with an easy-going escape that will feed your soul. 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Lounge Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 956-6760
Website
http://www.countinghousenc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Melanie Wilkerson
Private party facilities
The Private Dining Room, an intimate space off the main dining room of Counting House can host groups up to 32 and is perfect for a small event or dinner.

Location
111 North Corcoran St, 21c Museum Hotel, Durham, NC 27701
Neighborhood
Durham
Cross street
Corcoran & Main Street. Located on the first floor of 21c Museum Hotel.
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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EGG SANDWICH$13.00
bacon, egg, cheese, Heinz 57 Collection chili pepper crunch, breakfast mayo, tots
AVOCADO TOAST$15.00
sourdough, avocado, soft-boiled egg, shaved radish, lemon zest, everything bagel seasoning, greens salad
SMOKED SALMON BAGEL$16.00
herb cream cheese, caper, pickled red onion, cucumber, plain bagel
STEEL CUT OATMEAL$9.00
golden raisin, walnut
WHOLE EGG FRITTATA$13.00
gruyere, wild mushrooms, baby kale salad
BELGIAN WAFFLE$12.00
seasonal compote, vanilla-maple syrup, honey butter
BANKER’S BREAKFAST$14.00
two eggs*, bacon or sausage, tots, toast

Lighter

SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD$6.00
YOGURT & GRANOLA$8.00
berries, almond-coconut granola, honey
FRESH-BAKED BREAKFAST BREAD$6.00
honey butter, house compote

Sides

Seasonal Fruit Sald$6.00
mint, chamomile syrup
Yogurt & Granola$8.00
berries, almond-coconut granola, honey
2 EGGS$4.00
TOAST$3.00
sourdough, whole grain, or gluten free
PLAIN BAGEL$4.00

Drinks

Juice$4.00
orange, grapefruit, cranberry, pineapple
Drip Coffee$3.00
beans from Joe Van Gogh
Espresso$4.00
Americano$4.00
Cappuccino$5.00
Latte$5.00
EVIAN$8.00
sparkling or still

What 1,580 people are saying

Counting House 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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Innovative
Durham
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Counting House offers a unique dining experience with "excellent food" and "exceptional service." Guests appreciate the "interesting and enlightening" art displays, making it a favorite spot before attending events at DPAC. The "delicious" brunch and dinner options, along with attentive staff, ensure a memorable visit.

1,580 Reviews

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Stuart
Washington, D.C. Area29 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time in Durham and we were looking for something out of the ordinary. We were very successful in going to this restaurant. While the food occasionally tries a little too hard to be different and innovative, the overall effect is wonderful. We particularly enjoyed the ribeye, and the clams and mussels dishes. The service was excellent, and the environment was conducive to enjoying the food. I would go back again next time I am in Durham.
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malu
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had bfast biscuits and it’s the best tasting biscuit i’ve ever had. The staff are all very nice including the f&b manager. Can’t wait to see their new art displays.
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Lu
Asheville / Western North Carolina82 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoy going to the Counting House before we attend an event at DPAC. We are always greeted in such a friendly manner and the food is delicious! Our server,Tassia,was awesome.
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Nancy VIP
Greater Boston41 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a great experience from greeting to dessert! Wonderful hostess chatted kindly, server Ginger explained some of the hidden details from the menu and support staff was quiet and helpful. We LOVE the art at this restaurant and throughout the place. It's an interesting, enlightening museum that happens to have excellent food. The Counting House is a great choice for "pre-concert" dinner as it's located near both DPAC and The Carolina Theater.
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Denise VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill46 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The chicken tender appetizers were a very good portion size, the oysters were overpriced for the size of some of the oysters, which were very small. Drink service unfortunately was very slow. We had our appetizers done before we got our first cocktail. The restaurant was less than half full at that time, but we were told the bar staff was backed up. Our waitress was very nice and apologetic. The cavatelli was delicious. The pork chop slightly overcooked.
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Caroline
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fabulous dinner at The Counting House. Great service, unique and tastey dishes as well cool vibe all around. Will be back:)
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Lu
Asheville / Western North Carolina82 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love coming here before we go to DPAC for an event. We were welcomed with a friendly smile and seated right away. Our server was amazing and made sure we got out in time.
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Joan VIP
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was very unusual and excellent! Thoroughly enjoyed it.
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dorothy VIP
Greater Boston16 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We had high hopes based on reviews for Sunday brunch - but omelet was undercooked, biscuits were thick and doughy, Bloody Mary took forever (even though no customers at the bard), order came wrong the first time. Restaurant also seemed understaffed - chef order “hands” for food ready to be served (our meals) three times with no response. Not much ambiance in dining room - several uncleared tables when we arrived…and still not cleared when we left.
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JoAnne
Coastal North Carolina3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another awesome dinner at the Counting House. Our second visit and perfect as before! We started by a shared Caesar salad which had a light ‘lemony’ dressing - sooo good!! Entrees of pork chop with a delicious glaze and the seared scallops- my absolute favorite! We shared the dessert of the cheesecake with baked apples- again, delicious! A great champagne anniversary dinner . Christopher, our waiter was very friendly and pleasant. Great friendly service from the moment we walked in. Beautiful, welcoming hostess! Well done Counting House!! Definitely recommend.
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FAQs

Counting House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 956-6760.

Counting House is rated 4.2 stars by 1580 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

111 North Corcoran St, 21c Museum Hotel, Durham, NC 27701

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Corcoran & Main Street. Located on the first floor of 21c Museum Hotel.
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Lounge Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Melanie Wilkerson
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.countinghousenc.com/
Phone number
(919) 956-6760
Private party facilities
The Private Dining Room, an intimate space off the main dining room of Counting House can host groups up to 32 and is perfect for a small event or dinner.

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Counting House

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

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50 Raleigh Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Dishes

EGG SANDWICH$13.00

AVOCADO TOAST$15.00

SMOKED SALMON BAGEL$16.00

STEEL CUT OATMEAL$9.00

WHOLE EGG FRITTATA$13.00

BELGIAN WAFFLE$12.00

BANKER’S BREAKFAST$14.00

Lighter

SEASONAL FRUIT SALAD$6.00

YOGURT & GRANOLA$8.00

FRESH-BAKED BREAKFAST BREAD$6.00

Sides

Seasonal Fruit Sald$6.00

Yogurt & Granola$8.00

2 EGGS$4.00

TOAST$3.00

PLAIN BAGEL$4.00

Drinks

Juice$4.00

Drip Coffee$3.00

Espresso$4.00

Americano$4.00

Cappuccino$5.00

Latte$5.00

EVIAN$8.00

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