More of Durham's Standout Tables
A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Durham in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.
The Purple Bowl
Durham, North Carolina
This modern counter serve prepares fair-trade acai bowls & toast plus smoothies & coffee.
Bluestone Grille
Durham, North Carolina
American chophouse in Hilton Hotel providing breakfast, lunch & dinner, with coffee bar & free WiFi.
Rosati's Pizza
Durham, North Carolina
Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
M Kokko
Durham, North Carolina
Rustic-chic spot serving chicken-centric Korean eats, including wings, noodle & rice dishes & gyoza.
Spotted Dog Restaurant & Bar
Durham, North Carolina
Funky little spot welcomes pets on the outside patio & vegetarians inside with veggie-centric fare.
Dain's Place
Durham, North Carolina
Low-key hangout offering burgers & basic pub grub, plus craft beer, free Wi-Fi & sports on TV.
Bonefish Grill
Durham, North Carolina
Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.
Marco's Pizza
Durham, North Carolina
Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.
Pizzeria Mercato
Durham, North Carolina
Lively Italian venue offering locavore Neapolitan-style pies & craft beers in industrial-chic digs.
Merritt's Grill
Durham, North Carolina
Storied, down-home sandwich counter/corner store known for BLTs, plus beer, wine & sundries.
First Watch
Durham, North Carolina
Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken - Durham Southpoint
Durham, North Carolina
Basic takeout counter serving a daily-changing menu of doughnuts & biscuits from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Brenz Pizza Co. Chapel Hill
Durham, North Carolina
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Talullas
Durham, North Carolina
Turkish specialties & cocktails served in cozy quarters with colorful hanging rugs & a bustling bar.
Ideal's Sandwich and Grocery
Durham, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Bullock's Bar-B-Cue
Durham, North Carolina
Family-owned area institution serving locals & celebrities hearty BBQ & sides since 1952.
Allen & Son Bar-B-Que
Durham, North Carolina
No-frills, cash-only joint offering combo platters of classic, Carolina-style barbecue in cozy digs.
Rue Cler
Durham, North Carolina
Comfy Parisian bistro with rotating menus & an extensive wine list that includes rare bottles.
King's Sandwich Shop
Durham, North Carolina
Walk-up burger stand dishing out sandwiches, hot dogs & hand-dipped milkshakes since 1942.
Italian Pizzeria III
Durham, North Carolina
Family-run counter-serve pizza shop for hand-tossed pies & other Italian eats, plus sports on TV.
Queen Eggxpress LLC
Durham, North Carolina
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee.
Tomato Jake's Pizzeria
Durham, North Carolina
Festive Italian restaurant offering classic pizza, pasta, sandwiches & a weekly trivia night.
The Fearrington House Restaurant
Durham, North Carolina
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Tijuana Flats
Durham, North Carolina
Kitschy Mexican chain restaurant known for an extensive hot sauce bar & colorful, muraled walls.
C&T Wok
Durham, North Carolina
Familiar Chinese & Thai dishes, plus more adventurous Sichuan fare, in a subdued Asian-style room.