“I came here after church for a cup of coffee and a pastelito. Such a cute little pastry! It’s stupid cool in here.. the wallpaper, chandeliers. Love. And perfect for a cup of coffee and bite to eat, business meeting, or romantic date. Great and friendly service. Def gonna be a staple place for me!“
“Benjamin made my Earl Please (an alcohol free cocktail from their menu) and was so kind and attentive. As a graduate student who can't drink alcohol much due to disabilities, places with options for me me to enjoy delicious and fancy beverages are special. The only thing that makes me sad is that I'm not rich enough to order more than one a day! ?? Someone pay me more money! It's so tasty! Best non-lavender mocktail ever!Dietary restrictions: Alcohol free cocktails; non-alcoholic beverages“
“This is my favorite restaurant! The food is excellent and always tastes the same, never varies in taste or quality! The staff is very friendly and I have made friends with many of them. They ALWAYS make me feel welcome. The bartenders have cool stuff all the time. Very creative. The ambiance is very easy. You can feel comfortable there. The owner and head chef travel to India yearly to source spices for the dishes ... that is authentic Indian!“
“I’ve been to Gizmo several times before - it’s your standard brewery as any other. It’s got a nice layout inside. The location is also nice. The bartender was quick to take our order and provide us suggestions- they seemed knowledgeable about their beers. I had one of their stouts that was seasonal and it was nice.“
“I've been here twice since they opened. Got the vegetable samosas with the 2 chutneys and the butter chicken with garlic naan and everything has been SO good. Samosas hot and crisp out of the fryer. Chutneys and butter chicken on point. So glad a great Indian restaurant opened up in this little neighborhood of south Durham!“
“The Velvet Hippo is a vibe in itself! I first went months ago and I haven’t stopped coming back! I love this spot and highly recommend checking it out if you haven’t yet! It’s spacious with an amazing outdoor area overlooking downtown Durham. The decor is incredible and one of a kind which only increases the welcoming yet groovy atmosphere! The drinks are always well thought out and balanced and the food is always delicious! Having said all that one of the biggest reasons I keep coming back to this rad women owned spot is it’s staff! They are all amazing! Especially Sarah! No matter how long my week might have been I know I can always come and immediately be cheered up by her infectious personality and friendly demeanor! She always has a smile on her face and never fails to entertain! Not to mention her A-plus skills behind the bar. She is one of my fav bartenders in the triangle! So do yourself a favor and put the Velvet Hippo on your itinerary for a night out in Durham! You won’t regret it!“
“Cute vibes. my boyfriend and I came on the Thursday night which is their trivia night. The hostesses checked on us many times. We both had sandwiches. That were just OK. We also bought two seasonal drinks I personally feel mine was a bit too strong, but but who complains about too strong of a drink?!? I wouldn’t necessarily recommend this place for dinner, but it was fun to do the trivia and to have snacks and dessert. I will definitely be back. Dessert was the best part…crème brûlée.“
“What a lovely space! My son invited me here this afternoon for my birthday and we had a great time drinking beer, playing games and just generally enjoying the warm atmosphere. Today was my first visit but I'm very excited to go back!“
“Perfect spot if you have little kids. They have a toy shelf with random stuff to keep them busy and there’s plenty of space to run around.Chicken tenders are honestly some of the best I’ve had. Also smash burger is super good. Top5 burger in the triangle in my opinion.Kid-friendliness: Toys to play with and space to run around“
“Vici Ristobar's offerings for the Triangle Restaurant Week are beautiful. The grouper and spinach were delicious, as was the cavitappi and Italian sausage. The tiramisu and canolli were light and a perfect finish. I also very much enjoyed the bread and the pear and gorgonzola salad.“
“Great atmosphere, loved the service, and food was decent. I was expecting a bit more. The hush puppies were delicious, but shrimp and grits I was not impressed by. My server was amazing and I'm grateful to the bar for coming up with a tasty Mocktail for me to enjoy.“
“Page Road Grill in Durham, NC, is a family dining dream! As a dad of two, I was thrilled by their warm, welcoming vibe and outstanding service. The blackened catfish was a hit — perfectly spiced and cooked to perfection, it won over even my picky eaters. This place offers a cozy atmosphere that's just right for family meals. If you're in Durham, don't miss out on this delightful culinary experience. It's a perfect blend of comfort, flavor, and family-friendly fun!“
“A wonderful music venue connected to a wonderful and affordable restaurant with a great selection of food and drinks. I highly recommend the poutine and the masala. After dinner we had the best time watching a sold out concert with VNV Nation and Traitrs. An amazing evening and event. I recommend checking them out for both the food and the entertainment.“
“The pictures do not do this place justice at all!! Amazing live band, great service, and a very accepting atmosphere. Drink were super affordable(3 drinks and great tip for $23) and attracted a great crowd of people. Favorite bar I've found in Durham by far!“
“Some recipes have been changed not for the best... Dining outside is great compared to the noise inside. For the price, may we recommend a little bit more of table setup like a paper place mat? Also, a wiser way to place / space customers would be highly appreciated especially when a crazy table of students is sitting next to us, while we are in the middle of a calm and lovely time.“
“A lovely wine bar with a wonderful selection of orange wine! I stopped by again on my birthday a few weeks ago, and was warmly welcomed by the owner Esteban. I think Brunello focuses more on the wine than the bar. In other words, it’s a great place to try out and get educated on new wine, but it’s less “vibe-y” as a bar. I wonder if softer chairs/a couch would help. Overall highly recommend!!“
“Love this place. Went last weekend for the first time when going to DPAC for a show. Had a duck fat washed old fashioned that was delicious (the Duck Hunt). Wife had the First Word. Favorite drinks that night across the town. Staff was kind and professional even in the rush.“
“Melanie, Carrie, Tennessee, and Amy are the best bartenders eva. This place is low key, comfortable, and unassuming. The bar food is what it should be. The staff is so down to earth and wonderful. If you’re a snotty gourmet go to Chapel Hill. If you want to relax, listen to bands, and hang with down to earth WONDERFULLY eclectic friends then come on. Sports are always on the TVs if that’s your thing. There’s a dart league and more. ?“
“LOVE THIS PLACE !!!! The bartender was SO kind and personable. She was super quick to attend to me and had a great selection of draft beers / cocktails. AND the music was good. What more could you ask for from a bar? 10/10 recommend this place“
“my favorite taproom in the Triangle! the selection is unbeatable, the bartenders and owner are fabulous, and the patios are so lovely for enjoying a drink. they often host live music and other events. anytime you stop in it's a great experience!“
“Had a GREAT first experience at Kingfisher! The staff was very friendly and helpful in picking out drinks. It feels like a speakeasy vibe, which I loved. My favorite part is how the bar is so much bigger than you initially think. I went with a group of 5 and we were taken to a back room with a circular couch which was a great atmosphere to hang out with friends.“
“Great bar with great bartenders. Bethlehem is just the sweetest. She ran out of lemon juice, but my drink called for it so she went out of her way to squeeze lemons for me at 12 am. Not a lot of places that will do that for their customers!!“
“The hospitality of the staff was very nice! Me and my friend had been waiting for an Uber outside at night in the cold, and while they seemed to be closing, a staff member invited us in and let us sit and be warm until our Uber got there. Very nice of them!! Thank yall again!“
“Such a dope and fun spot in downtown Durham. It’s so colorful and vibrant inside. They have two picture opportunities for their guest to enjoy. You are allowed to sample two flavors before making a decision. They offer a variety of flavors with all types of alcohol! Prices are reasonable and the staff and owner are very knowledgeable and friendly“
“The only problem I have with this place is I wasn't hungry enough to order everything. It all looks amazing! Octopus was perfect. Scallop with gnocchi was the star. Service is great and not pushy which means so much to us. Drinks also on point, wish I had time for dessert. Maybe next time!!“
“Great food options. I've order and enjoyed at 3 of their BLTs and still can't decide which is my favorite. They also make amazing regular or sweet potato fries - yum!I love the shared space between Boot Room and Beer Study. I love it even more that dogs are allowed inside at Beer Study (and understandably not at Boot Room).“
“I've been to Arcana a few times now and the vibes are so good! They always have a really great selection of signature cocktails and their espresso martini is among the best I've had in a while. It's a small-ish space so great for a more intimate hang, but they do occasionally have big parties here like goth prom. You can also get your tarot read here, which is really fun! My only complaint is that there really isn't any outdoor space at all to take a breather or a smoke break, but other than that, this is a super cute great little bar and I will definitely be back.“
“The owners, staff, regular patrons and newer customers are what Durham and Orange County are all about..Fun, Friends, and an owner who can win all dance contests that are held to raise money for the many different charities and community needs that need local support. Thank you, Milkcarton“
“My favorite bar in Durham! They have an excellent selection of wine, beer and seltzers. There is always good music playing and a fun movie on the TV. Very pet friendly, so bring your dog (or your cat)! Both staff and customers are welcoming and ready to have a great conversation!“
“I have ordered several custom cakes for special occasions and they have all been delicious! I have a gluten and dairy intolerance and they do an amazing job accommodating both and taking the time to discuss with me my options for cake, frosting and filling flavors. The rest of my family (who can eat gluten and dairy) even LOVE these cakes. They say that they can't tell the difference! The chocolate cake is our favorite.“
“Got harassed by carte blanche attitude kids with vellum fresh enough to give papercuts, but the bouncers handled it well, and I hope the Tyler the Creator clothing collabs they all had on didn't get flawed on the involuntary way out the door.“
“Let me show this place some love, right down the street from Luna's and Bar virgile i knew this place was a bar/dive with some TV's. I needed to catch a game, i ordered an old fashioned which was well made. They also had complimentary cheese, nachos and beef chilli i believe. I dabbled in the cheese and nachos which were good, once i finished my drink i was out, since the game that was on was not competitive.“
“I've been to many Mellow Mushrooms. This one is definitely one of the best. The food was perfect, the service was excellent. I like the atmosphere and location, too.Vegetarian options: Lots of Vegan and gluten free pizza (and more) options“
“We dined on a Friday busy evening and we waited maybe 10 mins for a table inside but had ample patio seating available.This was my first visit as we wanted to discover a new pizza place - I am personally on pizza binge of sorts ?. Great location but lot of construction going on around it; I found a paid parking spot but you can very well circle around to find free street parking. And of course very close to other restaurants, bars and venues.You scan the QR code on the table and order your drinks and food right from the Toast mobile point of sale. Very seamless and very smooth. You also have an option to leave the tab open and pay once at the end. I am not sure how it works if multiple people place and order from the same table.Food - we ordered two pizzas and an app for three people. Margherita and the one with mushroom. With the first bite you just know you are eating a good pizza - very good.Service - as mentioned Toast removes some of the interaction but the interactions that we did have were great - pleasant.Ambience - very laid back and casual. Good place to go with family and/or friends.Overall - I will go back.“
“Dined here last night and at 5:30 there was a 30 minute wait. Didn't expect that but we had no where else to be so we waited. Have dined here from time to time over the years and its simple restaurant food at a fair price. My husband had the fried oysters- it was a smaller size order than we remembered it being but considering what we have paid for oysters recently it was a good deal. Nice size oysters, not too big and not tiny ones either. A medium light batter. Says comes with fries and Cole slaw but can substitute other items at no extra cost. Ordered mashed potatoes and a side salad. I had shrimp and grits with thin slices of what looked like kielbasa. Has good flavor and worth what we paid. Came with a side salad. We had key lime pie for dessert, Could have been a little tangier But home made and it was descent. Atmosphere in the main dining room is a bit crowded, it's one of the things that keeps me from coming back, I sorta feel like cattle being herded into a room. They have a bar area with tables but you can only sit at the bar if seats are available the tables are used doe regular seating. I prefer to sit at the tables in the bar area. This area seems to be filled with regulars. If your looking for decent food at a reasonable price give this place a try.“
“It was our first time going today and it certainly won't be the last! we loved everything about this place. The staff is wonderful, helpful, and very kind. she explained everything well and let us extend our reservation for another hour. Prices are very reasonable especially if you come with friends and split. the room was very comfortable and we all enjoyed having fun together.“
“delicious food and drinks. Great for a quick bite or full dinner. We went for full dinner and it was well worth it. Awesome atmosphere. Service was great and they provided great recommendations. Priced appropriately and worth every dollar! Will definitely be back. Thanks for a fun night!“
“(Translated by Google) A very nice place. Excellent attention, the hostess is an angel. Good prices and great products. The best smoothies in the area. 100% recommended.A very nice place. Excellent attention, the hostess is an angel. Good prices and great products. The best smoothies in the area. 100% recommended.(Original)Un lugar muy agradable. Atención excelente, la anfitriona es un ángel. Buenos precios y magníficos productos. Los mejores batidos de la zona. 100% recomendado.A very nice place. Excellent attention, the hostess is an angel. Good prices and great products. The best smoothies in the area. 100% recommended.“
“Wonderful! Great service! Anthony and Kyle were fantastic and fun! The food was delicious, creative, beautiful and fresh. This was our first time here but we will be coming back tomorrow to try the brunch. The place itself is cute with twinkle lights and fresh flowers.“
“Came here for my wedding reception. We had a very small & intimate courthouse wedding. It’s a Southern thing was very accommodating even without a reservation. They treated us like royalty! It was a pleasure dining with them. We went for brunch and the food was good. Great restaurant atmosphere and wonderful service.“
“Solid list of sandwiches! I do wish more things were offered hot or pressed. The katsu sub was delicious. We really liked how fresh everything was. The staff was really nice and the Resturant - including the backyard garden were so clean. Which is especially saying a lot keeping the outdoors clear during Durham pollen season! The buffalo cauliflower was a too strong on the buffalo and pretty expensive for the quantity. We won’t be getting that again. In general I found everything to be a few $ over price - I hope the extra costs are going to treating staff well!“
“We attended a Team Building event and could not be happier. From the first email that I received regarding reservations to the last invoice sent, everything was seamless. Maddie was super helpful in coordinating our event including catering and making sure we were set, the manager and team members working the desk were super attentive. Kevin, our Ax throwing guide deserves 5 stars on his own for being informative, patient and most of all fun! He was amazing. Definitely recommend!“