Refectory Cafe

Name: Refectory Cafe
Address: 2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC, United States, 27707
Telephone: (919) 908-6798
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

639 Reviews

$30 and under

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Established in 2005, The Refectory Cafe was the first “Green” restaurant on the Duke campus and was located at the Duke Divinity School. The Refectory Cafe focused on social & environmental sustainability, healthy dining and sourcing from local farms.
The award-winning Refectory Cafe was to be a “one-of-a-kind” local farm to table restaurant where omnivores, vegetarians, vegans, plant-based, KETO and gluten-free diets could all happily share a table together in the same facility. Every diet classification could delight in delicious, satisfying, creative food from a common menu, while enjoying the health benefits of consuming nutrient-dense meals devoid of chemical additives – all while practicing social & environmental sustainability.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 908-6798

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Organic, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 9:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 908-6798
Website
http://www.therefectorycafe.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Women
Executive chef
Jake Miles
Catering
Seven-days a week, Breakfast, lunch & Dinner. Comfortable casual events to full service, you design your perfect event - we will deliver!
Private party facilities
Delicious & Nutritious, serving all diets, always. Cafe can be rented for private parties - indoor and outdoor experiences. Staff fully vaccinated

Location
2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707
Neighborhood
Durham
Cross street
Academy Road
Parking details
Plenty of parking in our private lot, right outside the front or side doors. Handicapped parking out front.
Public transit
Bus stop across the street from the cafe
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Rise & Shine Breakfast^$15.00
Two local, cage-free eggs your way, choose bacon, turkey or pork sausage; potatoes, veggies, or grits; choice of toast
"Which Came First?" Breakfast$16.00
Two local, cage-free eggs your way, buttermilk fried chicken, choose potatoes, veggies, or grits; choice of toast; biscuit +$1
Signature Lemon Ricotta Pancakes$14.00
Chef's special batter, fruit garnish, 100% pure maple syrup
Vegan Pancakes$14.00
Chef's special creation, coconut milk, spices, and fresh strawberries make these amazing!
Challah Cinnamon French Toast$14.00
Three pieces of house-made challah with fresh strawberries & 100% maple syrup
Signature Baked Oatmeal$5.00
Ask about our flavor of the day!
Quiche of the Day$10.00
Choose meat or vegetarian! Served with arugula, cucumber, tomato salad. No substitutions/no sides

Classics

Served with house-made chips, sweet or white potato fries

French Dip$16.00
Slow-cooked short ribs, provolone, au jus, toasted ciabatta
Italian Hoagie$17.00
Imported Prosciutto di Parma, Salami, Soppresatta, Mortadella, provolone, tomatoes, onion, lettuce, champagne vinnegrette, toasted ciabatta
Signature Turkey Cranberry Ciabatta$14.00
Roasted turkey, cheddar, green apple slices, cranberries
Corned Beef or Turkey Reuben$15.00
Schwartz's sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, housemade Russian dressing on Rye bread
Grilled Chicken Sandwich$15.00
Bacon, lettuce, tomato, Swiss, cheddar, avocado spread, Sriracha aioli on ciabatta bread
Grilled Cheese$9.00
Cheddar, provolone on sourdough
- Vegan Grilled Cheese$10.00
- Gluten Friendly Grilled Cheese$11.00
Tuna Melt$12.00
House-made tuna salad with tomato, lettuce, and cheddar cheese on sourdough

Chef's Specials

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict$17.00
Smoked salmon, English muffin, poached eggs, roasted potatoes, veggies, hollandaise
Huevos Rancheros^$15.00
Slow-cooked short ribs, two cage-free eggs, sweet & spicy black beans, shredded mozzarella, lettuce, crema, pico de gallo piled on crispy tostadas
Fried Chicken & Cheddar Biscuit$9.00
Buttermilk fried chicken, cheddar cheese, house-made biscuit
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich$14.00
Fried chicken breast, house-made hot sauce, pickles, brioche bun
Chicken & Waffles$16.00
Fried chicken breast, house-made waffle, 100% maple syrup with fresh strawberries
Bacon Breakfast Burrito$16.00
Scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, avocado, tomato, Southern thick cut bacon, flour tortilla with side of pico de gallo

Happy Bowls

Add: mushroom +$1, avocado +$2, grape tomatoes +$1

Breakfast Bowl^$13.00
Two local eggs your way, cheddar cheese, smoked bacon, over breakfast potatoes or cheesy grits
Tofu Scramble*$14.00
"Scrambled" tofu, red onion, broccoli, grape tomatoes, turmeric, lemon
Shrimp & Grits$18.00
Gulf shrimp, chopped bacon, cheesy grits, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, red pepper, white wine sauce

Burgers

Served with house-made chips, sweet or white potato fries

Beef Burger$15.00
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche bun. Cooked to order
Vegan Black Bean Burger$13.00
Chef's special recipe, spinach, pickled red onion, vegan cashew aioli, wheat bun
Crab Cake Burger$17.00
Maryland lump crab cake, red pepper fennel slaw, avocado, sriracha aioli, brioche bun

Sides, Salads, & Sips

Sides

Cheesy Grits*$4.00
Two Local, Cage-Free Eggs Your Way*$3.50
Southern Thick Cut Bacon*$4.00
Turkey or Pork Sausage*$4.00
Fresh Fruit Cup*$5.00
Breakfast Potatoes$4.00
Biscuit$3.00
Toast: Sourdough, Wheat, Rye, 7 Grain$2.00
French Toast
- 1 Piece$5.00
Sauteed Seasonal Veggies$3.00

Smoothies

Green Machine$6.00
Fresh apple, kale, spinach, avocado
Fresh Strawberry$6.00
Strawberries, honey, vanilla, Greek yogurt, 2% milk

Soups

Signature Scratchmade Soups$5.00
Creamy Potato Leek* (Vegetarian); Creamy Tomato Basil (Vegetarian); Spicy Chicken & Andouille Sausage Gumbo; Vegan Chili* (Vegan); Chicken & Dumplings
Indian Dal^$15.00
Award-winning, fragrantly spiced, slow-cooked lentil & chickpea stew, over brown rice (pita on request, not Gluten Friendly)

Salads

Add Protein, Grilled or Blackened: Salmon - $10, Antibiotic Free (NAE) Chicken - $7, Shrimp - $8, Crumbled Bacon - $1. Housemade dressings (Gluten Friendly): Ranch, Blue Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Caesar, & Honey Mustard

Signature Spicy Shrimp*$15.00
Shredded lettuce, fresh avocado slices, pico de gallo & lime
Carolina Cobb*$16.00
Grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, blue cheese, bacon, local hard boiled eggs, romaine
Miso-Ginger Marinated Kale* **$4.00
Fresh kale topped with dried cranberries and walnuts
Classic Caesar^$4.00
Garden Salad*$4.00
Organic spring mix, cherry tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, parmesan, choice of dressing

Avocado Toast

On toasted Ninth St. Bakery 7-grain bread (Gluten Friendly +$1), Add an egg +$2.50

Smoked Salmon$10.00
House-made avocado mash, smoked salmon, tomato, red onion, arugula
Crispy Bacon$9.00
House-made avocado mash, Southern thick cut bacon, tomato, red onion, arugula
Pico$8.00
House-made avocado mash, pico de gallo, red onion, arugula

Make Brunch Bubbly!

Mimosas Classic / Premium$5.00
Upgrade to your choice of juice!
Classic Mimosa Party$22.00
1 bottle of bubbly, orange juice
Premium Mimosa Flight$25.00
1 bottle of bubbly, 3 choices of juice: Mango, Peach, Pomegranate, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Pineapple, Orange

Craft Cocktails

Cinnamon-Maple Whiskey Sour$13.00
Bulleit Rye whiskey, maple syrup, fresh lemon, cinnamon simple syrup
Purple Rain$12.00
Empress 1908 Gin, tonic, rosemary simple, orange bitters, fresh lime--gorgeous!
Cinnabun$13.00
Bailey's, Smirnoff Vanilla, Butterscotch Schnapps, cinnamon-vanilla-nutmeg syrup
Let Them Drink Cake$13.00
Pineapple upside-down cake in a glass! Smirnoff Vanilla, pineapple juice, grenadine, marichino cherry
Happy Lemon$13.00
Smirnoff, Limoncello, Elderflower, simple syrup, fresh lemon
French '75$12.00
Bombay gin, prosecco, lemon juice, simple syrup, lemon twist
Classic Bloody Mary$9.00
Smirnoff, House-made Mary Mix, celery, lemon, lime, green olives
Portofino Fizz$13.00
Bombay gin, pineapple juice, vanilla, prosecco, fresh lime
Cranberry Mule$12.00
Smirnoff apple, cranberry, rosemary simple syrup, cranberry bitters, ginger beer

What 639 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Great for brunch
Durham
Great for brunch
Durham
Healthy
Durham
Neighborhood gem
Durham
Great for outdoor dining

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MariaM
Orlando
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service4ambience3
I ordered over easy eggs and they were actually over well. Same with my husband; but besides that, a very enjoyable experience. The rest of the brunch was very good. The biscuit was perfection, fluffy inside slightly toasted outside. Our table ordered a mimosa flight which was delish with fresh juices. Overall a very good experience.
TM
TolgaM
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cauliflower appetizer, Risotto and salmon main dishes were absolutely delicious and generous - we had enough to take home for another meal. Greek yogurt cheesecake was a very large dessert - definitely for 2 of us to share. My wife and I really enjoyed the experience!
CP
CaseyP
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely meal and excellent, attentive service,
s
schautzie1013
Richmond
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you to the staff that accommodated us when they were closing. Not sure why Open Table allowed a Sunday afternoon 3 pm reservation. However the staff were gracious; let us order our salads, served us inside. I felt awful about them trying to close and we walk in with a reservation. This restaurant is one my very favorite places to meet for lunch, brunch, dinner. Always the freshest food and great service. Will be back again on my next visit to Duke.
l
luv2dine
Raleigh
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service! I enjoyed the baked oatmeal and the smoked salmon Benedict. I’m glad they accept reservations—this place is always packed. My friends ordered the veggie quiche and french toast and they loved it too. Will definitely come back even though parking can be a challenge.
m
mariag
Raleigh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice brunch and easy to reserve for a party of 10!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious and well prepared!
LR
LRHK
Richmond
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
In town for a night and had dinner here. Food was delicious. Gumbo to start was delicious. Shrimp pasta was also really good. Dessert was a little lacking in our opinion. Would definitely return!
SB
ShellyB
Wilmington
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were exceptionally good! Pricey, but good enough that we will return.
TM
TwinMom
Raleigh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
My friend and I met for lunch & ordered the shrimp & grits & the Nashville chicken sandwich. The shrimp & grits were a little too spicy for my friend. The chicken sandwich was delicious and I loved the spicy sauce. The roll was a little too soft for the chicken. Restaurant was packed and noise level moderately high at 12:30 and was much quieter by 1:30.
m
michaelm
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had a great experience and enjoyed the food and service was great.
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Thank you very much Michael! On behalf of the entire staff, we appreciate the shout out. Delighted you were pleased. :-) Laura
JB
JanB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
My boss was disappointed she thought the food wasn't as good as normal. You must have a new chef.
K
Katerach729
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
I always enjoy eating at the Refectory Cafe. Dinner was a sit down, served style, which I always prefer. Since I am a Celiac I have to be very careful where I dine. This restaurants food is always safe for me (and I am very sensitive to gluten). The chocolate cheese cake was outstanding!!
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Thank you Kate! We are thrilled that you were so pleased with your experience. Thanks for the shoutout. We look forward to serving you again soon. Happy new year! Laura
MR
MargaretR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We are visiting from Charlotte and found this based on online recommendations. Excellent food and service. Will definitely be back.
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Thank you Margaret. The entire staff appreciates the shoutout. We are delighted that you enjoyed the food and service - we aim to please! Appreciate the 5-STARS! Bon Appetit, Laura
JD
JamieD
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
Friendly and attentive service. Outstanding food. I requested a low carb substitution for the linguine served with the Chicken Marsala and received a bed of sauteed mushrooms, peppers, onions and zucchini, DELICIOUS!
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Thanks Jamie, glad you enjoyed your special meal! Laura
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food ,fast service and fun staff
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Thank you. Great food, fast service fun folks - love that description. Many thanks for the comments and the 5-STARS. Laura
J
Jems
Raleigh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Food was good. No table service for ordering but the food came out quickly and was delivered to our table.
Refectory CafeResponded on January 18, 2023Hello Jems, Glad you enjoyed your meal. Brunch is set up to allow for extremely efficient ordering to help people with a limited lunch period. Dinner, however, is table service and candlelight. The gentler, more relaxed casual fine dining. We look forward to serving you again soon. Laura
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a surprise. I booked this late for Nee Years and it was such a surprise. I wouldn’t have chosen any other place
R
Rose
Raleigh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
Food was not good. I’ll not recommend .
r
raync
Raleigh
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Overall, good, tasty food and reasonably competent service. We chose this restaurant in part because they seemed very allergy savvy and two of us have different allergy issues. But one of us had a pretty significant reaction, probably to the apple pie. We asked if there were nuts and got different answers but ultimately assurance that there no nuts. But the reaction suggests there were nuts after all.
Refectory CafeResponded on January 3, 2023Hello Ray, Thanks for your comments - there are no nuts in the apple pie. Our pastry chef is always available and lists all allergens on our display so we can easily confirm allergens for our guests. I apologize that you received different answers - that should never happen. Thanks for your feedback. Laura
OT
OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience1
Disappointing. Not sure why listed on Open Table. Had a reservation to celebrate special occasion but we were expected to order at the counter and seat ourselves??? Way too casual to be on listed on reservation app.
KV
KVSD
Raleigh
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Potatoes were cold. The rest of the breakfast was ok. Nothing special for a $16 breakfast plate. I am not a fan of serve yourself so I wouldn’t choose to come here again given the quality of the food.
RL
RoseL
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this place. The food is outstanding. Great gluten free and vegan options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had to quickly rethink our Christmas Eve plans and the Refectory Cafe was a great choice. They accommodated our large party beautifully and it was very easy to split the bill with their online ordering system. We had some guests with hearing and mobility issues and there was no problem getting them settled. Everyone's food was *delicious*
S
Sandie
Raleigh
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Refrectory has gone up a few notches in my opinion. Being able to make a reservation is great and the service was as well. Potato Leek soup was perfect for -4 feels like weather. Ruben was delicious as well and the desserts are worth the trip if it's all you want.
R
Rudy
Raleigh
22 reviews
vip
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
It is pricey. It was good, but nothing special about the Cobb salad that would make it worth $20.
SH
SteveH
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time and we’ll be back. Excellent choices. Terrific food. Server Meredith could not have been nicer.
G
Gene
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Dinner with neighbors. We enjoyed.
s
staci
Detroit
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience2
When they call this a Cafe, they are being true. Atmosphere is slightly upscale of a diner, but clean and open. The menu is quite unique and promising. I ordered the butternut squash soup, which had a nutmeg flavor, but didn't really taste like butternut squash at all. The chicken masala gravy was tasty, but the chicken was tough. Both items were lukewarm, which was a disappointment. My friend ordered the Mahi which was overlooked and dry. We were disappointment and won't be back.
DM
DMak
Houston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time visit. Will return.
AD
AndrewD
Charlotte
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice find , food was very good and all delivered at same time. Met with party of 9
V
Venice
Key West
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
A group of six enjoyed a hearty brunch together. The mimosa party added festivity and we each enjoyed our entrees. The chicken and waffles rocked; the Benedict was yummy, and kale and caesar salads were fresh and flavorful (the small is enough for 2 people to share as a starter). We shall be back!
C
Chasyz
Raleigh
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and the online ordering app seems to make ordering simple and seamless. Everything came out just as we ordered and was tasty as always.
C
Cher
Charlotte
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
Food was interesting and very tasty--though the risotto with the mahi arrived at the table barely lukewarm. The snapper special was excellent. The ambience is lovely. We especially appreciate the relative quiet of the space.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would eat here every day if I could. I have been over 20 times and have not had a bad experience. The food is always amazing and the staff is awesome. 10 out of 10 for Refectory Cafe!!!
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Abadabadooo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
6 family members aged 16 - 47. We all loved our food. Every single one of us. I personally had the crab cake burger, and it was the best crab cake sandwich I ever had. I'll be back!
PM
PMTYankee
Raleigh
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Enjoyed weekend brunch. Haven't been to this restaurant before, but heard a lot about it. We were not at all disappointed. The food was flavorful (and plentiful). The service was great. You can either scan the code and order from your reserved table or you can wait in line and order your food at the counter. We stayed at our tables and ordered from our phones. The process was really simple. I definitely recommend this restaurant. We made reservations and very glad we did... it was packed for Sunday brunch.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience3
A bit pricey for breakfast.
ET
ElizabethT
Nashville
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a fabulous place! The menu has something for everyone - all dietary needs have options. The food was delicious, the service was great, the whole evening was wonderful. We will definitely be back!
J
Joel
Raleigh
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Innovative and varied menu, friendly and efficient service…easy to have a great dining experience! We want to try the brunch!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Refectory Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 908-6798.

Refectory Cafe is rated 4.5 stars by 639 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jan 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(919) 908-6798

2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Academy Road
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 9:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Organic, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of parking in our private lot, right outside the front or side doors. Handicapped parking out front.
Public transit
Bus stop across the street from the cafe
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Women
Executive chef
Jake Miles
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.therefectorycafe.com/
Phone number
(919) 908-6798
Catering
Seven-days a week, Breakfast, lunch & Dinner. Comfortable casual events to full service, you design your perfect event - we will deliver!
Private party facilities
Delicious & Nutritious, serving all diets, always. Cafe can be rented for private parties - indoor and outdoor experiences. Staff fully vaccinated

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Refectory Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Shrimp & Grits

Garden Salad

Smoked Salmon

Specialties

Rise & Shine Breakfast^$15.00

"Which Came First?" Breakfast$16.00

Signature Lemon Ricotta Pancakes$14.00

Vegan Pancakes$14.00

Challah Cinnamon French Toast$14.00

Signature Baked Oatmeal$5.00

Quiche of the Day$10.00

Classics

French Dip$16.00

Italian Hoagie$17.00

Signature Turkey Cranberry Ciabatta$14.00

Corned Beef or Turkey Reuben$15.00

Grilled Chicken Sandwich$15.00

Grilled Cheese$9.00

Tuna Melt$12.00

Chef's Specials

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict$17.00

Huevos Rancheros^$15.00

Fried Chicken & Cheddar Biscuit$9.00

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich$14.00

Chicken & Waffles$16.00

Bacon Breakfast Burrito$16.00

Happy Bowls

Breakfast Bowl^$13.00

Tofu Scramble*$14.00

Shrimp & Grits$18.00

Burgers

Beef Burger$15.00

Vegan Black Bean Burger$13.00

Crab Cake Burger$17.00

Sides, Salads, & Sips

Sides

Cheesy Grits*$4.00

Two Local, Cage-Free Eggs Your Way*$3.50

Southern Thick Cut Bacon*$4.00

Turkey or Pork Sausage*$4.00

Fresh Fruit Cup*$5.00

Breakfast Potatoes$4.00

Biscuit$3.00

Toast: Sourdough, Wheat, Rye, 7 Grain$2.00

French Toast

Sauteed Seasonal Veggies$3.00

Smoothies

Green Machine$6.00

Fresh Strawberry$6.00

Soups

Signature Scratchmade Soups$5.00

Indian Dal^$15.00

Salads

Signature Spicy Shrimp*$15.00

Carolina Cobb*$16.00

Miso-Ginger Marinated Kale* **$4.00

Classic Caesar^$4.00

Garden Salad*$4.00

Avocado Toast

Smoked Salmon$10.00

Crispy Bacon$9.00

Pico$8.00

Make Brunch Bubbly!

Mimosas Classic / Premium$5.00

Classic Mimosa Party$22.00

Premium Mimosa Flight$25.00

Craft Cocktails

Cinnamon-Maple Whiskey Sour$13.00

Purple Rain$12.00

Cinnabun$13.00

Let Them Drink Cake$13.00

Happy Lemon$13.00

French '75$12.00