So how does this work?
We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for dining in Durham and then follow up with links to different types of restaurants in different neighborhoods at the end of this page.
Best Restaurants Durham
Harvest 18 Restaurant Description: Farm-to-table Southern fare & a patio. Inventive, locally sourced Southern dishes & craft draft beer served in a modern space with a patio. Address: 8128 Renaissance Pkwy #114, Durham, NC 27713, United States Phone Number: +1 919-316-1818 Website: http://18restaurantgroup.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-3PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: …
Parizade Description: Mediterranean fine-dining destination. Upscale locavore Mediterranean fare prepared in an open kitchen & served in an elegant dining room. Address: 2200 W Main St, Durham, NC 27705, United States Phone Number: +1 919-286-9712 Website: https://www.parizadedurham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-8:30PM | Wednesday: 5-8:30PM | Thursday: 5-8:30PM | Friday: …
Nantucket Grill Description: New England eats in a classy space. Lobster rolls, chowder & American staples, in a comfortable, polished wood room or on the patio. Address: 5826 Fayetteville Rd #101, Durham, NC 27713, United States Phone Number: +1 919-484-8162 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 11AM-9PM | Monday: 11AM-9PM | Tuesday: 11AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM …
NanaSteak Description: Airy steakhouse with a traditional menu. Steakhouse classics served in a light-filled, bi-level space with hardwood floors, a bar & a patio. Address: 345 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-282-1183 Website: http://www.nanasteak.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 5-9PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 5-9PM | Wednesday: 5-9PM | Thursday: 5-9PM …
The Big Bean Durham Description: . Address: 8 Jenkins Court Suite 103, Durham, NH 03824, United States Phone Number: +1 603-815-4965 Website: http://www.thebigbeancafe.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-2PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 9AM-10PM | Thursday: 9AM-10PM | Friday: 9AM-10PM | Saturday: 9AM-10PM
Rue Cler Description: French bistro fare & rare wines. Comfy Parisian bistro with rotating menus & an extensive wine list that includes rare bottles. Address: 401 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-682-8844 Website: http://www.rueclerdurham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | …
First Watch Description: Casual chain cafe for breakfast & lunch. Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups. Address: 5307 New Hope Commons Blvd Ext, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-822-8977 Website: Locations Store Hours: Sunday: 7AM-2:30PM | Monday: 7AM-2:30PM | Tuesday: 7AM-2:30PM | Wednesday: …
The Refectory Cafe Description: Easy-going spot for breakfast & entrees. Breakfasts, brunches & casual American food, with vegan options, in a colorful, casual setting. Address: 2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-908-6798 Website: Welcome to Refectory Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM | Monday: 9AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 9AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: 9AM-8:30PM …
Jack Tar and The Colonel’s Daughter Description: Modern diner serving elevated classics. Modern eatery at the Unscripted Durham hotel presenting updated takes on traditional diner fare. Address: 202 Corcoran St #3210, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-682-5225 Website: http://jacktar-durham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 5-10PM …
Bull and Bean Description: Cozy shop with brunch & sandwiches. Quaint bakery, cafe & wine retailer with specialty groceries, sandwiches & weekend brunch. Address: 3710 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-237-2398 Website: https://www.bullandbeancafe.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8AM-3PM | Monday: 8AM-5PM | Tuesday: 8AM-5PM | Wednesday: 8AM-5PM | Thursday: 8AM-5PM | …
Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Biergarten Description: German cafe fare in an open airy space. Vibrant cafe serving seasonal German fare, baked goods & drinks in an open, airy venue. Address: 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-401-2600 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 7:30AM-6PM …
GRUB Durham Description: Casual comfort bites & a rooftop bar. An old gas station turned Southern eatery with a rooftop bar, serving classic bites & milkshakes. Address: 1200 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-973-3636 Website: http://grubdurham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM, 5-7PM | Monday: 9AM-3PM, 5-7PM | Tuesday: 9AM-3PM, …
Horseshoe Taverne Description: . Address: 100 New Haven Rd, Durham, CT 06422, United States Phone Number: +1 860-894-2438 Website: https://www.horseshoetaverne.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:30AM-9PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Wednesday: 11:30AM-9PM | Thursday: 11:30AM-9PM | Friday: 11:30AM-10PM | Saturday: 11:30AM-10PM
Azteca Grill Description: . Address: 1929 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-403-2527 Website: http://www.aztecagrilldurhamnc.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-8PM | Monday: 11AM-3PM | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 11AM-9PM | Thursday: 11AM-9PM | Friday: 11AM-4PM | Saturday: 10AM-9PM
Two Brothers Restaurant Description: . Address: 2000 Chapel Hill Rd #42, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-627-3531 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 10AM-10PM | Monday: 10AM-10PM | Tuesday: 10AM-10PM | Wednesday: 10AM-10PM | Thursday: 10AM-10PM | Friday: 10AM-10PM | Saturday: 10AM-10PM
Taqueria Eva Y Gaby Description: . Address: Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-806-9932 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-7:30PM | Monday: 9AM-7:30PM | Tuesday: 9AM-7:30PM | Wednesday: 9:30AM-7:30PM | Thursday: 9AM-7:30PM | Friday: 9AM-7:30PM | Saturday: 9AM-7:30PM
The Durham Filling Station Description: . Address: 617 Hicks St, Durham, NC 27705, United States Phone Number: +1 919-797-1006 Website: Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 10AM-2PM | Wednesday: 10AM-2PM | Thursday: 10AM-2PM | Friday: 10AM-2PM | Saturday: 10AM-5PM
Bull City Solera and Taproom Description: . Address: 4120 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-908-0203 Website: http://www.bullcitysoleraandtaproom.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11:13AM-8PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 4-8PM | Wednesday: 4-8PM | Thursday: 4-8PM | Friday: 11:13AM-8PM | Saturday: 11:13AM-8PM
The Dankery Description: . Address: 704 Rigsbee Ave, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: Website: https://www.facebook.com/thedankery919/ Store Hours: Sunday: 6PM-1AM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 6PM-1AM | Friday: 6PM-2AM | Saturday: 6PM-2AM
QueenBurger Description: . Address: 359 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: Website: http://eatqueenburger.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Open 24 hours | Monday: Open 24 hours | Tuesday: Open 24 hours | Wednesday: Open 24 hours | Thursday: Open 24 hours | Friday: Open 24 hours | Saturday: Open 24 hours
Zweli’s Description: . Address: 4600 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite 26, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 984-219-7555 Website: http://www.zwelis.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: 12-9PM | Tuesday: 12-9PM | Wednesday: 12-9PM | Thursday: 12-9PM | Friday: 12-9PM | Saturday: 12-9PM
Spanglish Description: . Address: 104 City Hall Plaza Suite 101, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 984-219-7168 Website: http://www.eatspanglish.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8AM-4PM | Monday: 10:30AM-8PM | Tuesday: 10:30AM-8PM | Wednesday: 10:30AM-8PM | Thursday: 10:30AM-8PM | Friday: 8AM-8PM | Saturday: 8AM-8PM
First Watch Description: Casual chain cafe for breakfast & lunch. Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups. Address: 5307 New Hope Commons Blvd Ext, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-822-8977 Website: Locations Store Hours: Sunday: 7AM-2:30PM | Monday: 7AM-2:30PM | Tuesday: 7AM-2:30PM | Wednesday: …
Bull and Bean Description: Cozy shop with brunch & sandwiches. Quaint bakery, cafe & wine retailer with specialty groceries, sandwiches & weekend brunch. Address: 3710 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-237-2398 Website: https://www.bullandbeancafe.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8AM-3PM | Monday: 8AM-5PM | Tuesday: 8AM-5PM | Wednesday: 8AM-5PM | Thursday: 8AM-5PM | …
The Refectory Cafe Description: Easy-going spot for breakfast & entrees. Breakfasts, brunches & casual American food, with vegan options, in a colorful, casual setting. Address: 2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-908-6798 Website: Welcome to Refectory Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM | Monday: 9AM-8:30PM | Tuesday: 9AM-8:30PM | Wednesday: 9AM-8:30PM …
Jack Tar and The Colonel’s Daughter Description: Modern diner serving elevated classics. Modern eatery at the Unscripted Durham hotel presenting updated takes on traditional diner fare. Address: 202 Corcoran St #3210, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-682-5225 Website: http://jacktar-durham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9AM-3PM | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: 5-10PM …
Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe & Biergarten Description: German cafe fare in an open airy space. Vibrant cafe serving seasonal German fare, baked goods & drinks in an open, airy venue. Address: 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, United States Phone Number: +1 919-401-2600 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: 7:30AM-6PM …
Rue Cler Description: French bistro fare & rare wines. Comfy Parisian bistro with rotating menus & an extensive wine list that includes rare bottles. Address: 401 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, United States Phone Number: +1 919-682-8844 Website: http://www.rueclerdurham.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed | Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | …