Nanas

4.8

348 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Nanas is a neighborhood restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Helmed by Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes, Nanas pays tribute to Nana’s, our beloved predecessor, while reimagining all of the details. Abundant, local ingredients shine on our seasonal menus, which feature dishes like Twice-Baked Grits Soufflé, Duck Ragout Tagliatelle, and the iconic Nana’s risotto alongside seasonal wood grilled whole fish, crispy lamb shoulder, and fresh-baked breads and desserts made daily in house. In our cozy bar you'll find finely executed classic cocktails and local beers, while the wine program offers upwards of 250+ labels of impeccably curated, farming-first wines. If your desired time for a reservation is not available our bar seats are open on a first come first serve basis. Call your nana, it's time to eat.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Nate Garyantes
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Location
2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156
Neighborhood
Durham
Cross street
University Drive & James Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Sunday Supper benefit for Cucina 24
$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 8, 2024 only
6:00 PM
Nanas at Rockwood is hosting an unforgettable evening to raise funds for the dedicated team of Cucina 24 from Asheville, as they recover from the devastating floods that have impacted Western North Carolina. Chef and owner Brian Canipelli will be preparing a delicious 4-course meal along side Matthew Kelly, Nate Garyantes and their team with hand selected wine pairings for each course, all in support of the team and community at Cucina 24. All proceeds will go directly to the Cucina 24 team and recovery efforts. Tickets for this event are $150 + tax and gratuity. Let’s come together to support one of Asheville’s beloved culinary teams. Reserve your seat today and enjoy a memorable evening while making a difference.

What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
American
Durham
Great for fine wines
Durham
Romantic
Durham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nanas in Durham offers a creative and vibrant dining experience, celebrated for its "excellent service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the variety of the menu and the "amazing cocktails." Ideal for special occasions, its ambiance and attentive staff make every visit memorable. Parking can be challenging, but the experience is "worth every bite."

348 Reviews

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Jeff
Raleigh
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal food and service. Beautifully appointed cozy dining area. This is a 5 star dining experience that you would expect to find only in California or New York. Simply delightful in the heart of Durham!
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laura
Atlanta Metro
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I moved to Durham a year ago and regret waiting until now to try Nana's. It wasn't just Durham good, but a flat-out great meal and experience. Gorgeous space and loved the vibe - not too dark, not too loud; not too casual, not too fancy. Professional table service that is rare these days (shoutout to Roderick!). A menu so full of intriguing dishes that it was difficult to choose. And every dish we ordered was beautiful and delicious. 10/10.
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Jan
Raleigh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Special occasion restaurant for us. They went out of their way to make our anniversary dinner special.
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Janis
Raleigh
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was absolutely delicious and the presentation was attractive and engaging. The service was 5 star!
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Phil
Greensboro
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent. We shared a roasted beet dish as a salad, split shrimp risotto for an appetizer, followed by main courses of chicken and salmon. Each was flavorful and the timing and delivery were perfect. We split a chocolate soufflé - completely unnecessary - but enjoyed it. The service was attentive and seamless. We dined early and lingered to finish our coffees.
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Rosemary
Charleston
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Menu is in three parts: appetizers, pastas & mains. Some of the middle layer choices are sufficient for light eaters (and my tagliatelle with duck was one of them—strong recommend.) I tasted the roast chicken (exceptional with smoky flavor) and the shrimp risotto (another mid plate that was enough for a main.) The steak & pierogis were too precious (but delicious) but they were served without bread (which came much too late in the meal) and it was sad not to be able to sop up the sauce. The spicy ice cream was a treat (both the Mexican chocolate & the honey vanilla one.) The pear cocktail was okay, a tad too sweet for me. My grandson ate every bit of the steak but he is a big 14 year old. Husband had grits, good but grits? I would say the same thing about the roast chicken but, as I said, it was not something one could easily replicate at home.
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Ross
Raleigh
278 reviews
vip
5.0
278 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were at Nana’s for a special wine dinner. It was fantastic. The food pairings with the wines (all Chablis) were excellent - very creative use of ingredients and everything worked harmoniously.
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Catherine
Raleigh
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent attentive service. A neighborhood jewel.
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Jonathan
Greater Boston
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
So nice to find a quiet restaurant with good service and excellent food in Durham. Nanas is a treasure, and I will be back many times.
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Jill
Greensboro
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the food was exceptional Entrees were the salmon, trout, and gnocchi. All entrees were awesome.Corn chowder was very good. Dessert was fantastic the carrot cake sundae. So good. Our server was really knowledgeable. we will be back.
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FAQs

Nanas is rated 4.8 stars by 348 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

11:30 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Additional information

Cross street
University Drive & James Street
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nate Garyantes
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Nanas

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Sunday Supper benefit for Cucina 24

Menu

What 348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Is Nanas currently accepting reservations?

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