Nanas

Name: Nanas
Address: 2514 University Dr, Durham, NC, United States, 27707-2156
Telephone: (919) 251-8213
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

440 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Make a reservation

2 people

May 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Romantic

Nanas is a neighborhood restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Helmed by Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes, Nanas pays tribute to Nana’s, our beloved predecessor, while reimagining all of the details. Abundant, local ingredients shine on our seasonal menus, which feature dishes like Twice-Baked Grits Soufflé, Duck Ragout Tagliatelle, and the iconic Nana’s risotto alongside seasonal wood grilled whole fish, crispy lamb shoulder, and fresh-baked breads and desserts made daily in house. In our cozy bar you'll find finely executed classic cocktails and local beers, while the wine program offers upwards of 250+ labels of impeccably curated, farming-first wines. If your desired time for a reservation is not available our bar seats are open on a first come first serve basis. Call your nana, it's time to eat.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Nate Garyantes
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Location
2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156
Neighborhood
Durham
Cross street
University Drive & James Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend
$98.00 per person
May 9, 2025 - May 11, 2025
Please join us in celebration of Graduates and Moms on this special weekend at Nanas at Rockwood! We will be featuring a PreFixe menu for $98 per person for the entire weekend and a credit card is required for booking.

Private dining

What 440 people are saying

Nanas 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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Romantic
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
American
Durham
Great for fine wines
Durham
Romantic
Durham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nanas offers "spectacular" cuisine with a varied menu and "outstanding" service, making it a "must visit" for any occasion. Diners rave about the soft shell crab, chocolate soufflé, and warm dinner rolls. While some find prices high and parking challenging, the overall dining experience is "exceptional" and highly recommended.

440 Reviews

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sally VIP
Raleigh10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food as always!! Staff made some great recs, knew the menu well and was attentive but not overly so.
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Kevin
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall great experience with exceptional food quality and service.
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Jim VIP
Raleigh54 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food and Service excellent. The music was awful!! Keep the background pleasant and relaxing, not bumpetty-bump. Very crowded, but then it was a Saturday nght!
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Richard VIP
Charlotte238 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved Nana. Well executed. Great food, wine service and service. Best of class experience
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Whitney VIP
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Durham. Impeccable, creative, elegant food; attentive, knowledgeable service. The folks at Nanas want you to come in and stay awhile— they’re welcoming and make the experience memorable and special every time. The crown jewel of the Durham restaurant scene. Special thanks to Amy who is always an incredible server!
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Sally
Raleigh9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had not been back to NaNa’s since they reopened after being flooded out of their site. But the ambiance was back with quiet elegance. The whole fish special was an innovative dish of NC black bass, sunchokes, and greens. It was well charred. The butterflied bass had some bones, certainly the fins, so was a challenge to eat, but the buttery taste was fantastic. Focaccia bread was a treat, but we could have enjoyed more than one piece. The ribeye was decadently delicious. Pommes purée was unbelievable. And the chocolate souffle was equally phenomenal. Overall an excellent meal. Still a legend and we will be back.
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Betsy
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous meal. The soft shell crab was outstanding. We also loved the warm dinner rolls. Chocolate soufflé was worth the 30 minute wait to prepare. Don’t miss it!
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Deborah VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Prices are unusually high. Ask for a quiet table. Be prepared to wait a long time for your food.
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Veronica
Raleigh24 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dessert was incredible.. food super tasty. Maybe a bigger portion would be better but overall really good .
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RhondaB VIP
Chicago19 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy a great meal at Nanas. Great service and ambiance. Very friendly hostesses and wait staff.
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FAQs

Nanas is rated 4.8 stars by 440 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 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Additional information

Cross street
University Drive & James Street
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nate Garyantes
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Nanas

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About this restaurant

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Experiences

2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend

Private dining

Private Dining Room

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What 440 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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