Little Bull

Name: Little Bull
Address: 810 N Mangum St, Durham, NC, United States, 27701-2260
Telephone: (919) 251-8989
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (657)

$50 and over

Fusion / Eclectic

810 N Mangum St, Durham, NC 27701-2260

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2 people

Jul 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Little Bull is sincere, nostalgic comfort food, inspired by the palates of first-generation immigrant kids.

Pocho cuisine is not a gimmick. Like Oscar, it’s a little bull-headed, but with no bullshit. It means more than loaded terms like “New American” or “modern Mexican.” And it’s authentic to Chef’s personal experience.

“American food is undefined. But it’s been designated to certain ideas and people. It’s actually evolving, as much as our landscape is a melting pot. As much as my own identity as a first-generation American and chef.”

Pocho started as a term used by people in Mexico to poke fun at the “American” kids who speak Spanglish. At Little Bull, pocho cuisine showcases the evolution of being a chef in America, inspired by every immigrant and their growing influence on our food.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary Latin, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Phone number
(919) 251-8989
Website
http://www.littlebullnc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
810 N Mangum St, Durham, NC 27701-2260
Neighborhood
Durham
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 657 people are saying

Little Bull reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Innovative
Durham
Innovative
Durham
Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Little Bull offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "impeccable service." Ideal for sharing, the menu features inventive small plates like octopus and ceviche, praised as "absolutely amazing." The atmosphere is lively, though occasionally noisy. With a "great vibe" and "friendly staff," it's a must-visit in Durham.

657 Reviews

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Sarah
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill11 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Menu is extensive and food was excellent. We had the corn, arepas, tuna, okra, and capirotada, which were all outstanding. Would pass on the peaches and tomato dish, which was bland, however. The noise level was 115 db, which is considered very loud and can cause hearing damage, and service was not as attentive as on two prior occasions.
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Leah
Charlotte11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place for dinner in Durham. We usually go before a DPAC show and doesn’t disappoint. Seasonal menu so changes but right now the peaches and tomatoes, Barbacoa plus the Bao were the stand outs but everything was great. Don’t miss out on the custom cocktails, wine offers and dessert bread pudding is what I recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
For a $200 dinner including tip and 2 drinks, I'd expect a nicer service. It was an outdoor service in the heat and they were pouring very warm water with no ice offered. Couldn't tell who were the wait staff and who were customers at times. Would like to see them standardize on bottoms or tops for easy identification. Pork shoulder skewer and broccolini dishes were very salty. Half chicken dish could do without that yellow sauce all over it, though the chicken itself was very moist and delicious. So was the rojas on blue tortillas. Hanger steak was cooked very well and to order. Meal delayed due to a mix-up, but they took their time to correct it. The large plate dishes were enough for each person, yet we were encouraged to order 3 or 4 small plates. Totally unnecessary.
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Angelo
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Kamol was fantastic and the food was delicious. His recommendations off the menu were spot on.
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Marisa
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, very friendly staff. The tasting menu is generous, and we enjoyed sharing different plates. Interior space is darker and a little noisy when busy, outside patio has lovely lighting and surrounding greenery. Both are nice, and worth going out for.
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Claudia
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience at Little Bull. The food was incredible and the service impeccable. Cannot wait to go back!
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Anthony
Virginia3 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Menu gives a lot to choose from. Both food and drink. Be flexible. One dish we ordered had sold out by our 7:30 appointment. A second drink was also tapped out for the night. Other than that, great experience. Dishes has layers of flavor. Big city food scene vibe. Notes we were celebrating our anniversary on the reservation, no mention of it, nor acknowledgement. That was a bit disappointing.
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Gin
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill9 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything we ate was so delicious and exceeded all expectations. Best restaurant in Durham
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Boykin
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill3 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a special occasion restaurant, although that special occasion could be Monday night at the bar with a drink and a couple of small plates. Our party of five ordered a lot of small plates for sharing and our server did a great job of pairing tastes and bringing dishes a couple at a time so we weren't overwhelmed and could really enjoy everything. The tuna dishes were especially good but we loved it all. We can't wait for another occasion to visit!
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Edan
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
2.0
Dined on July 6, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Food was over salted, and very bland. The portion size and quality was horrible compared to the price. Very overpriced. The service was underwhelming.
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Little Bull offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 251-8989.

Little Bull is rated 4.7 stars by 657 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 22, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

810 N Mangum St, Durham, NC 27701-2260

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Additional information

Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:45 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary Latin, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.littlebullnc.com/
Phone number
(919) 251-8989

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