Best Casual Restaurants in Durham

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Taberna Tapas

4.8

Exceptional(1761)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Durham

Booked 18 times today

Spanish Tapas Extensive Spanish Wine listFull barServing dinner

2. Little Bull

4.8

Exceptional(511)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Durham

Booked 30 times today

Little Bull is sincere, nostalgic comfort food, inspired by the palates of first-generation immigrant kids. Pocho cuisine is not a gimmick. Like Oscar, it’s a little bull-headed, but with no bullshit. It means more than loaded terms like “New American” or “modern Mexican.” And it’s authentic to Chef’s personal experience.“American food is undefined. But it’s been designated to certain ideas and people. It’s actually evolving, as much as our landscape is a melting pot. As much as my own identity as a first-generation American and chef.”Pocho started as a term used by people in Mexico to poke fun at the “American” kids who speak Spanglish. At Little Bull, pocho cuisine showcases the evolution of being a chef in America, inspired by every immigrant and their growing influence on our food.

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3. Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery

4.2

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• International • Durham

Booked 10 times today

Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery is a veteran and woman owned business located in the heart of Durham’s Innovation District. Using only the best seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, Chef Daniel Arenas concocts your favorite American Classics as well as globally–inspired tapas and large plates. This is not your average pub menu! Specialty dishes include everything from bone marrow beef tartare to caviar service. The Flying Bull proves that craft beer and elevated cuisine are a perfect pairing. We also offer an extensive wine list and full service cocktail bar. Looking to host a special event for business or family occasion? Our large beer hall is the perfect solution. Prix fixe full menu or catered hors d’oeuvres available. Whether you’re looking for a meal with family or friends, business or date nigh, or even a little Jazz with your beverage, our friendly and courteous staff will make sure your visit is a wonderful experience.

4. M Tempura

4.8

Exceptional(595)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Durham

Booked 5 times today

M Tempura is Durham's traditional Japanese tempura restaurant offering Tempura as well as Kaiseki Omakase offerings. For the multi-course menu items, all members of your party must choose the same option please.We currently cannot accommodate shellfish, vegetarian (egg in batter), gluten, and seafood allergies. We apologize for the inconvenience.

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5. Nasher Cafe at Duke University

4.7

Exceptional(853)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Durham

Booked 38 times today

The 125-seat indoor/outdoor Nasher Cafe overlooks the garden and sits adjacent to the Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen "Corridor Pin" sculpture, providing a serene and beautiful ambience. The Nasher Cafe offers local and sustainable products forged into creative lunch, brunch and dinner menus. Guests can experience a world class museum as well as restaurant in one stop.

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6. Metro 8 Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(908)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Durham

Booked 5 times today

Metro 8, located in Durham, North Carolina, serves American cuisine in an upscale steakhouse that is perfect for date nights or work meetings. Each meal is made to order with fresh ingredients by professionally-trained chefs and cooks. Metro 8 has a full bar which features an extensive wine selection, including both domestic and imported wine.Start out your meal at Metro 8 with an appetizer such as the crab stuffed shrimp or the empanadas. Choose from dinner entrées like the filet mignon or the lamb chops. For the vegetarians in the group, try items like the fettucine porcine or the Caesar salad.

7. Blue Corn Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(421)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Durham

Booked 10 times today

Blue Corn Cafe has been serving the Triangle area since 1997. We offer a locally sourced twist on Latin American cuisine. Our passion for locally sourced food and beverage has allowed us to offer our unique twist on Latin and South American recipes. Both owners Danielle and Antonio Rios have a passion on bringing their culture to your table with unique quality products. Our warm atmosphere and kind servers make you feel comfortable upon entering and that is only where it begins. We look forward to serving you. Prevecho!

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8. Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Durham

4.8

Exceptional(189)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Durham

Booked 4 times today

Rated as the # 1 Indian Restaurant in Triangle, Lime & Lemon Indian Grill offers an immersive dining experience with exquisite dishes that will take you on a journey through India's many regions, traditions and festivals. We meticulously curate using only the best ingredients to create dishes that are authentic, unsurpassed, and timeless. All this in an ultra-modern setting to ensure your dining affair is nothing short of perfect.Featured in the October 2019 edition of News & Observer and received a 4 out of 5 star rating. It has been consistently voted as one of the Top 10 Ethnic restaurants and has also been recognized as the Best Indian Restaurant in the Triangle for 2019, 2020 and 2021.

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9. The Marketplace at the JB Duke

4.4

Awesome(36)

Price: Moderate

• American • Durham

Unique Dining Experiences at JB Duke HotelEnjoy delicious cuisine at our contemporary yet comfortable restaurants and bars at the JB Duke Hotel. From meals in our restaurant, MarketPlace, to lighter bites at Lobby Lounge and MarketPlace Barista & Bar, there’s a unique dining experience for everyone.

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3.4

Very Good(28)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Durham

Booked 16 times today

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Kim
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What an enjoyable date night. Highly recommend. 5 stars for sure.
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Little BullPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Durham
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4.8
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Jasonvip
New Orleans / Louisiana •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is clearly one of the finest dining experiences in Durham. Every piece of food that is delivered to the table is fantastic. I highly recommend everyone try M Tempura - you won’t be disappointed
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M TempuraPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Durham
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4.8
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Sarah
South Carolina •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Many choices and our table of 8 enjoyed all the meals chosen
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Nasher Cafe at Duke UniversityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Durham
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4.7
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Troy
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
The service provided by our waiter, Seth, was excellent. He was attentive and patient. He was knowledgeable of the menu and made some great recommendations. The food was quite delicious. We had spicy lamb sausage, empanadas, arugula salad, mussels, short ribs, and cauliflower. All was prepared well and was flavorful.
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Taberna TapasPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Durham
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4.8
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Maria
South Carolina •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
The food was very good. My only complaint is that it took a lot of time to arrive and we had to eat quickly because we had tickets for a concert.
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Flying Bull Restaurant and BreweryPrice: Moderate• International• Durham
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4.2

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Taberna Tapas

2. Little Bull

3. Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery

4. M Tempura

5. Nasher Cafe at Duke University

6. Metro 8 Steakhouse

7. Blue Corn Cafe

8. Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Durham

9. The Marketplace at the JB Duke

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