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A photo of Cucciolo Osteria Durham restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1670)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Durham
Booked 31 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.
A photo of Nasher Cafe at Duke University restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(859)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Durham
Booked 39 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.
A photo of Aaktun Coffee + Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(96)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Durham
Booked 52 times today
Our cozy cafe is a delightful haven where friends gather amidst the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, savoring delectable pastries and engaging in warm, leisurely conversations. Take a step into our dining room and allow us to whisk you away to a tropical paradise where contemporary tiki cocktails blend seamlessly with vibrant Latin American and Caribbean Flavors. Our culinary journey is guided by the talented Oscar Diaz, a two-time James Beard semi-finalist and our esteemed chef-owner.
A photo of Juju Durham restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2413)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Durham
Booked 51 times today
Juju serves up small plates with bold flavors, each prepared creatively with attention to tradition, whimsy, local integrity, and, of course, deliciousness. In addition to its extensive and delicious menu, Juju features a dynamic beverage program of hand-made cocktails, Sake selections and a well-chosen list of artisan wines and craft beers.
A photo of Counting House restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1566)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Durham
Booked 14 times today
At Counting House restaurant, led by Executive Chef Melanie Wilkerson, local cuisine meets bold flavors and playful execution. A seafood-driven menu set amongst the art of today, designed to provide you with an easy-going escape that will feed your soul. The bar and lounge is a welcoming place to taste innovative cocktails, sample local craft brews, and explore broad bourbon and wine lists.Reestablishing the warmth and vitality of a historic gem, Counting House combines contemporary design with architectural details including the building’s original terrazzo floors and arched windows.
A photo of Nikos restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(468)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Durham
Booked 47 times today
NIKOS offers a treasure trove of flavors distilled from Greece and the surrounding regions — spanning from the southern coast of Crete to the north of Mount Athos, and from the Ionian islands to the Aegean Sea.We invite you to embark on a culinary journey that encompasses health, wisdom, dreams, passions, and the timeless pursuit of ideas that transcend boundaries.
A photo of Fairview Dining Room restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1902)
Price: Expensive
• American • Durham
Booked 22 times today
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.
A photo of Emmy Squared - Durham restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(84)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Durham
Booked 24 times today
Founded on an unconditional love of well-made food, we use only the highest quality ingredients for our famous Detroit-style pizzas. As Emmy Squared has grown, we’ve continued to make fans and receive accolades along the way, including winning Nashville’s Battle of the Burger, being recognized as one of "The Best New Burgers in NYC" (Gothamist) and one of the "20 Best Burgers in NYC" (Infatuation). Besides award-winning pizzas and burgers, you’ll find delectable appetizers, sandwiches, and salads on our extensive menu. We look forward to welcoming you to Emmy Squared Durham and sharing our unique take on American “comfort food.”
A photo of Parizade restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3342)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Durham
Booked 20 times today
Parizade is Mediterranean inspired culinary creations. A vast open kitchen spans the length of the restaurant. Surreal art by Henryk Fantazos adorns the walls and ceiling. Parizade is truly the crowning jewel of Giorgios Hospitality Group. *Large parties, please call the restaurant at 919-286-9712*
A photo of Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - Durham restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(207)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Durham
Booked 6 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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  • Veronica
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Went for brunch. Loved the salmon BLT. Service was attentive.
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    Counting HousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Durham
    4.3
  • BeverleyVIP
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    One of our favourite places to eat. The food, cocktails, service and atmosphere is what makes it special. This is our local now
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    Juju DurhamPrice: Expensive• Asian• Durham
    4.9
  • ShaquanaVIP
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I’ve dined here during Lunch and Dinner. Lunch is a different vibe but they serve an amazing green chicken curry dish during lunch. Dinner was a nice vibe, music was great and the atmosphere was amazing. The server was great and very knowledgeable about dishes and she offered great recommendations. Everything was great and I’ll be returning. Starters -HULI HULI CHICKEN SKEWERS -CEVICHE DE COCO Din Din - JERKED HALF CHICKEN request for them to cook it a little longer to eliminate uncooked meat. However, it adds a crispier outer layer and it was great. - BAVETTE SALTADO was flavorful
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    Aaktun Coffee + BarPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Durham
    4.7
  • Rebecca
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A perfect place for a date night! The menu has a great mix of traditional and adventurous offerings. The NA bees knees was a perfect treat and the eggplant parmesan was absolute perfection. Other major food highlights were the panna cotta and the risotto. All of the staff was very warm and helpful. It was a perfect combination of being well taken care of but not hovering. The setting is relatively quiet and the tables are placed in a way so that you are not right on top of the table next to you. This allowed for a lovely and intimate setting for a date night. A wonderful establishment!
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    Cucciolo Osteria DurhamPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham
    4.8
  • Wendy
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 14, 2025
    We had a wonderful lunch at the cafe. Prompt, helpful service and really delicious food. My new favorite lunch spot - looking forward to the outdoor patio re-opening.
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    Nasher Cafe at Duke UniversityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Durham
    4.6
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