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

1575 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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

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2 people

May 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Charming

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 1,575 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

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.1Ambience
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 vibrant dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "friendly staff" and the "unique ambience." While the menu has some mixed reviews, standout dishes like "seared scallops" and "ribeye steak" are noteworthy. The adjoining art gallery adds an "extra layer of charm" to the visit.

1,575 Reviews

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Lu
Western NC81 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
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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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
Wilmington3 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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Michelle VIP
Charlotte24 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and brunch was enjoyable and fresh.
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Denice VIP
Richmond17 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was expertly prepared. Wait staff were professional and timely.
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Reagan VIP
Raleigh7 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had great food and our waiter was very fun and attentive
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Angela
Orlando3 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
This was a mixed bag. We went on the early side to catch a show after so it wasn’t crowded but still the atmosphere was only so so. A little old and dated. VERY hot and uncomfortable to sit in. The food was good but lacked something at the same time. Good but not GREAT as so many places we’ve been. Service was great and got great recommendations. Not sure we will return but enjoyed the experience for the most part. Highlight of the evening- go use the bathrooms on the second floor up. Gender neutral in the best way AND a cool privacy feature.
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Lewis VIP
Raleigh12 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Brunch menu was limited, but what they did have was decent. Service was great!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh1 review
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I got the ribeye steak which was delicious but for the cost it does not come with a salad / or some type of green
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Lu
Western NC81 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite place to come before attending an event at DPAC. The food is delicious and everyone is so friendly. Our server was Tassia and she did an excellent job!
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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 1575 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 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

Additional information

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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