Diners' Choice: Great for fine wines restaurants in Durham

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Fearrington House Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1796)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

The intimate dining rooms within The Fearrington House Restaurant welcome guests with exceptional service and a seasonally changing menu. Executive Chef Paul Gagne commitment to exceptional farm-to-fork cuisine is woven throughout the dining experience.

From partnerships with local farms, including Harland's Creek Farm in Pittsboro and Lil Farm in Timberlake, to herbs harvested from gardens on the property, to dishes that celebrate North Carolina’s seasons, The Fearrington House’s mission to provide Relais & Chateaux level cuisine and service to guests has remained constant since opening in 1980.

Our menu is complemented by a beverage program featuring an extensive wine list, a full cocktail bar, and beers celebrating North Carolina breweries.

Any Allergies and Food Preferences are to be provided in advance. If not provided, not all requests can be accommodated.

Should you not find a desired time available online, please contact the restaurant directly at 919 542 2121.

Top review

Libby

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent experience for our wedding anniversary! So much attention to detail with courteous, professional staff. The food and wine pairings for the tasting menu were exceptional, and definitely enhanced by the sommelier Ian's thoughtful descriptions. Thank you for a wonderful meal!

Bin 54 Steak & Cellar

4.8

4.8 (1807)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

To contact the restaurant directly please email info@bin54chapelhill.com

Using only the highest quality ingredients, Bin 54 elevates classic steakhouse dishes to a new level of refinement. Staged in a warm contemporary setting, diners are offered glimpses of the wood-fired grill, semi-open kitchen and the temperature controlled wine room stocked with an extensive inventory of both eclectic and traditional selections. We also offer three private dining rooms; the Wine Cellar, which seats up to 8 guests, the Aberdeen Room, which seats up to 16 guests, and the Solarium, which seats up to 30 guests. Please contact us for information on large group and private dining.

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Genenavip

Dined 5 days ago

Good local. Plenty of parking. Great service. Very good steak!

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4.8

4.8 (4512)

$31 to $50

French

Durham

About the restaurant

Vin rouge is a French Bistro. We focus on classic preparations served in a true bistro atmosphere. We have beautiful patio and garden areas for those who prefer to dine outside. Please indicate your preference for dining inside or out. We look forward to cooking for you soon!

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Kelly

Dined 4 days ago

Absolute banger. The staff was extremely knowledgable and attentive. Each dish was wonderful. -Cordially

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Popular dish

French Onion Soup Gratinée

Popular dish

Hanger Steak

Fairview Dining Room

4.8

4.8 (1838)

$31 to $50

American

Durham

About the restaurant

The AAA Four Diamond Fairview Dining Room has been reimagined as a lighter, brighter backdrop for our renowned fine dining experience. Featuring custom details hand-crafted for the space by regional artisans, this new design simply enhances what you have loved for years.

With the reopening of the new Fairview Dining Room, our Area Executive Chef Troy Stauffer and his imaginative culinary team have introduced a new Fall menu, perfectly complementing the elevated look and feel of the space. Indulge in a savory Cheshire Pork Tenderloin or delicious Duke of Crabcake with a sommelier suggested wine and finish with a decadent hand-crafted dessert from our pastry team, each dish embracing cozy flavors perfect for fall.

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Summer

Dined 1 day ago

We had my daughters bridal luncheon there and it was a beautiful experience ❤️

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CHOCOLATE MOLTEN CAKE

Cucciolo Osteria Durham

4.8

4.8 (1605)

$31 to $50

Italian

Durham

About the restaurant

Cousins Jimmy and Julian Kim welcome you to Cucciolo Osteria Durham! A sister restaurant to the original Cucciolo Osteria in Seoul, Korea, offering modern Italian cuisine with a twist.

We are located in the same building as the Amtrak train station, just opposite side, next to West End Wine Bar.

Top review

Amyvip

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious meal and wonderful experience. Loved the bruschetta and our meals. Will definitely return

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Popular dish

Linguine alla Vongole

Popular dish

Butter Chicken 'Sostanza' Style

Popular dish

Tiramisu

Osteria Georgi

4.8

4.8 (868)

$31 to $50

Italian

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

Giorgios Bakatsias' inspiration behind his newest concept, Osteria Georgi, stems from a deep appreciation for his dear friend- the late, great George Tarantini, an Italian native and beloved soccer coach for NC state University, well-known for his love and respect for hospitality.

Osteria reflects the passion behind Italian cuisine and culture-
a daily celebration of life while gathering around a shared table, of enjoying the beauty in simply prepared hand-made pasta, locally sourced ingredients and vibrant flavors, in having gratitude for the local farmers, fisherman, and artisans from which it all came, and always- a love for great company.

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Yolonda

Dined 4 days ago

My waiter was absolutely fabulous! He was very attentive to our needs in spite of some delays. The chef was also A-1 for coming to speak with us about the delay of our order.

Nanas

4.8

4.8 (315)

$31 to $50

American

Durham

About the restaurant

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.

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HELGAvip

Dined 1 day ago

The quality and artistry of our meal was beyond. Great service and wines. Loved it

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Experience

An Evening with Steve Matthiasson

Il Palio

4.7

4.7 (1721)

$50 and over

Italian

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

Il Palio is an intimate restaurant in the Siena Hotel. We strive to emulate the best of the great Italian tradition of hospitality and quality at the table and in the glass. Our vision is simple – use the best local and Italian ingredients as purely as possible and serve them with comfort and pride. We cook as an Italian might in North Carolina.

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SanjayB

Dined on Sep 25, 2024

Outstanding lamb and pasta. Received a recommendation from a friend and truly enjoyed the entire dining experience. Probably the best wine list in Chapel Hill.

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Popular dish

Pappardelle Bolognese

Popular dish

Ravioli di Buratta

Mothers & Sons

4.7

4.7 (105)

$31 to $50

Italian

Durham

About the restaurant

Our lunch and dinner menus differ greatly. Please see the menu link below to see an example of our offerings.

Partners Matt Kelly and Josh “Skinny” DeCarolis are proud to offer Mothers & Sons, a trattoria in downtown Durham featuring regional Italian food with seasonal sensibility. DeCarolis introduces the first restaurant in the South to focus on fatta a mano —handmade pasta.
Mothers and Sons offers antipasti dishes such seasonal bruschettas or smoked octopus. Choose from primi dishes like the bucatini al amatriciana, squid ink tonnarelli or rigatoni alla norma and secondi dishes like the bistecca alla floretina and eggplant parmigiana. Dishes are made with seasonal ingredients so menus may change depending on when you visit. An extensive Italian wine list, dozens of amari as well as an imaginative cocktail list with an italian flair assures there will be a drink that will complement your meal perfectly.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

We had the front table in the window - perfect for an anniversary celebration!! The grilled octopus was fantastic. Everyone enjoyed their pasta dishes!!

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Experience

Dinner with Abbazia di Novacella

Experience

Fall aperitivo hour and amari tasting!

The Sycamore at Chatham Mills

4.7

4.7 (58)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Chapel Hill

About the restaurant

Fine dining in a historic brick-and-wood setting with soaring ceilings and windows. Featuring hand-cut USDA prime and dry-aged steaks selected just for us. Poultry, fish, game and vegetarian dishes are offered alongside a full bar serving classic and contemporary cocktails. Enjoy the cozy ambiance of our lounge with fireplace and try out our lounge plates on Lounge Thursday, where most of our lounge offerings are $10! An a la carte menu is also offered. Live piano accompaniment Tuesday through Saturday evenings, with jazz bands performing on Wednesdays.

NOTE: For parties larger than 6 please call us at 919 704-8731. Email addresses may be used to receive occasional updates.

Top review

Kelly

Dined 3 days ago

My husband and I went to the Sycamore for the first time to celebrate our anniversary. Both the food and service were outstanding. Our tenderloins were cooked perfectly and the crab cheese muffin special appetizer was delicious. Cocktails and desserts were also very good. The restaurant is a great mix of upscale and rustic, and adding the live music took it up a notch. Overall, it was a perfect anniversary dinner!

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu Game Dinner

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