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1. Cucciolo Osteria Durham
4.7
Exceptional(1653)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Durham
Booked 50 times today
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.
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2. Mothers & Sons
4.6
Exceptional(145)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Durham
Booked 54 times today
Mothers & Sons in downtown Durham masterfully combines authenticity with innovation in its Contemporary Italian cuisine, making it a must-visit for discerning diners. As the first Southern restaurant to emphasize "fatta a mano" or handmade pasta, it offers dishes that are "out-of-this-world delicious" and "reflect the diversity of Italy’s regional cuisines." The menu changes with the seasons, ensuring fresh flavors in dishes like bucatini al amatriciana and squid ink tonnarelli. Guests rave about the "stellar" service and the extensive Italian wine and cocktail selections, creating a dining experience that is both authentic and memorable.
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3. Emmy Squared - Durham
4.7
Exceptional(72)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Durham
Booked 15 times today
Emmy Squared in Durham is a delightful gem for Italian cuisine enthusiasts, particularly famed for its authentic Detroit-style pizzas. The restaurant's commitment to quality is evident in every bite, with guests raving about the "amazing pizza" that stands out as "probably the best Detroit Style pizza" they've ever had. The menu's diverse offerings, from delicious mozzarella sticks to the "highly recommended" Miranda Pizza, ensure a memorable dining experience. The cozy ambiance and attentive service further enhance the visit, making Emmy Squared a must-visit for anyone craving genuine, flavorful Italian comfort food in Durham.
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4. Maggiano's - Durham
4.6
Exceptional(4472)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Durham
Booked 61 times today
Maggiano's - Durham is a delightful gem offering the finest in Italian-American cuisine, drawing inspiration from Nonna's cherished recipes. Centrally located near UNC Chapel Hill, Duke University, and NC State, it’s a perfect spot for students and families. Diners rave about the “amazing” and “delicious” food, with standout dishes like the lasagna earning high praise. Guests appreciate the exceptional service, describing the staff as “friendly” and “accommodating,” ensuring a memorable dining experience. Whether celebrating a special occasion or just indulging in a delicious meal, Maggiano's - Durham promises an inviting atmosphere and authentic American flavors that will leave you eager to return.
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5. IL FALÒ WOOD FIRED KITCHEN
4.1
Excellent(211)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Raleigh
Booked 17 times today
Il Falò celebrates the art of cooking with fire – with quality ingredients prepared skillfully and cooked to perfection over the open flame.Our wood-fired oven and grill add a kiss of fire to artisan-quality meats, fresh seafood, vegetables sourced from our local partners, pizzas on house-made sourdough, and elements of our craft cocktails.With an emphasis on the craft of cooking, ingredients are sourced thoughtfully, pastas and breads are made in-house, and a contemporary approach is applied to Italian tradition.Enjoy our open dining room, stylish lounge and bar, and outdoor patio, centrally located in the Brier Creek area of Raleigh, North Carolina.
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6. Bombolo
4.6
Exceptional(289)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Chapel Hill
Booked 11 times today
Bombolo, nestled in the heart of Chapel Hill, is a true gem for Bistro cuisine enthusiasts. Named Eater's 2023 Restaurant of the Year, Bombolo's menu is a delightful mix of the familiar and the new, offering "unexpected flavorsome delights" that diners rave about. Chef Garrett is praised as a "culinary genius," crafting dishes that captivate both the palate and the imagination. The intimate and cozy atmosphere, paired with an extensive wine list and creative cocktails, enhances every dining experience. Patrons describe Bombolo as "a perfect restaurant" with "warm, attentive service," making it a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic Bistro charm.
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7. Il Palio
4.7
Exceptional(1754)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Chapel Hill
Booked 13 times today
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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8. Coco Bistro
4.4
Awesome(39)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Chapel Hill
Coco is designed beautifully with indoor and outdoor spaces to offer you a fun and delightful dining experience. We have been workshopping our new plant-based dishes for months now, creating nearly everything in-house, from scratch - and we are absolutely thrilled with all of our new dishes. And, of course, our full wine, beer and cocktail menu complements our foods wonderfully. Just some of our "Best Of Chapel Hill" 100% plant-based options include: Peach & Avocado Bruschetta, Red Cream Paneer Curry, Taglietelle Alfredo with Wild Mushrooms, Coco Signature Impossible Burgers with sauteed mushrooms, crispy shallots on our housemade brioche bun, Pesto Linguine, Caesar Quinoa Salad, Baby Bellas & Rosemary on Truffle-Buttered Toasts, Strawberry Cheesecake-Stuffed Cookies, Peach Cobbler A La Mode and Rosewater Malabi Custard. (most items are available gluten-free).We hope to see you for dinner soon!
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  • Janiece
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Decided to try this new spot for lunch with some friends. We ordered a variety of appetizers/shareables.. they all were delicious! Brussels sprouts salads and hot wings were hits! The Big Ang large pizza was a very good choice. We’re already making plans to return and try more items off the menu.
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    Emmy Squared - DurhamPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Durham
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    4.7
  • Arturo
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The team at Colletta did an outstanding job serving us tonight. We celebrated my wife’s birthday and they went over and beyond to make sure we had a special experience. Besides that, the food elwas extraordinary, as always!
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    Colletta - Cary, NCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cary
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    4.7
  • Danielle
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always love when friends come from out of town and I get to show them M&S! I love any chance I can get to enjoy the food, great service and ambiance. I love it here. I love all the pastas but I could easily fill up on Burrata with pesto, grilled ciabatta and the whipped ricotta with the conserva. Mmmmm I try not to get too full before I have a chance to get dessert. I love the tiramisu, Pana cotta, well, all the desserts are amazing. Can’t wait to come back.
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    Mothers & SonsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham
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    4.6
  • Eloise
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    There were 10 of us, and everyone enjoyed their meal. Choices I can remember were grilled branzino, blackened salmon with crispy calabrian shrimp, branzino crab imperial, and chicken marsala. We had a long table in the corner, so that helped minimize the noise. Service was excellent.
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    Maggiano's - DurhamPrice: Moderate• Italian• Durham
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    4.6
  • Gerard
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Just a great experience from the moment we walked into the door until we left for the Duke basketball game. All the food was fabulous. We go here very often and have never been disappointed!!
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    Cucciolo Osteria DurhamPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham
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    4.7

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