The best restaurants in Durham

Casual eatery and bar serving a menu of Indian dishes as well as beer and wine.

100 Meadowmont Village Cir #101 (Chapel Hill)

Japanese eatery serving made-to-order sushi and hibachi dishes, with an all-you-can-eat option.

1722 Fordham Blvd #105A (Chapel Hill)

When you want more than spicy tuna on autopilot, Sushi Mon delivers with nigiri omakase, yellowtail crudo, truffle tuna rolls, and miso…

3800 Glenwood Ave #100 (Raleigh)

This week, Wings Over Raleigh is the move when you want crispy wings and juicy tenders made fresh and tossed in one of 15+ signature…

2900 Hillsborough St (Raleigh)

Strawberry Breakfast House is turning sleepy Greensboro mornings into something you actually look forward to, with artisanal plates built…

2915 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Durham weather or not, Tasu Noodle Bar is a reliable hug in a bowl with freshly-made pho, slurpable Japanese ramen, and hearty teriyaki…

3307 Watkins Rd

Durham staple since 2007, Silver Spoon Restaurant keeps it simple with classic, comforting breakfast and lunch that actually tastes like…

5230 N Roxboro St

Sophisticated eatery offering local & global provisions, plus unique cocktails & a robust wine list.

3140 Environ Way (Chapel Hill)

Dimly lit, industrial-chic space turning out traditional Japanese seafood, plus sushi options.

311 Holland St

Italian dishes such as carbonara, lasagna and risotto in a dark-hued setting, plus a bar serving cocktails.

510 Glenwood Ave #101 (Raleigh)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

609 S Elm St (Greensboro)

Contemporary gathering place with a casual cafe menu, sidewalk seating & volunteer opportunities.

300 W Hargett St #50 (Raleigh)

Casual choice for Vietnamese eats serving pho, noodle dishes & bubble tea in a relaxed atmosphere.

6401 Triangle Plantation Dr #111 (Raleigh)

Stylish, low-key hangout offering inventive cocktails, charcuterie & globally inspired dishes.

105 S Mangum St Unit 1

Casual eatery serving Southern staples like fried fish, mac and cheese and oxtails, plus desserts.

2514 Fayetteville St

Casual food truck or caterer serving traditional BBQ and Carolina fare (brisket, pork, chicken) with all the fixings.

2161 S Wilmington St (Raleigh)

Dynamic, family-friendly Japanese eatery with dramatic tableside hibachi, a sushi bar & a patio.

1617 Stanley Rd (Greensboro)

Casual hub for chicken & vegan wings tossed in a variety of sauces at every spice level.

2816 Erwin Rd Ste 205

Sandwich shop for breakfast and lunch, plus a market for olives, pesto, beer and wine.

105 W Chapel Hill St

Casual eatery specializing in chef-inspired burgers, plus chopped salads and craft beer on tap.

4522 W Wendover Ave Ste 101 (Greensboro)

Comfy restaurant turning out gluten-free salad bowls with thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

5431 Page Rd #110

Casual hangout with a large patio serving burgers along with wings & pub-style appetizers.

620 Glenwood Ave (Raleigh)

Veteran destination for Southern coastal cooking presented against a sleek backdrop.

2603 - 151 Glenwood Ave (Raleigh)

Upscale eatery offering a menu that ranges from pasta and focaccia to grilled steak, plus gelato.

2201 Iron Works Dr Ste 137 (Raleigh)

Clean eatery specializing in the Vietnamese noodle soup dish, pho.

Next To Jason's Deli, 909 Spring Forest Rd Ste 114 (Raleigh)

Modern, industrial interiors in an elevated dining room with inspired Asian fare focused on sushi.

411 W Hargett St (Raleigh)

Simple Vietnamese restaurant offering pho, banh mi sandwiches & other familiar eats.

3829 W Gate City Blvd D (Greensboro)

Family-run venue for wings with multiple sauce options and a casual vibe.

6300 Creedmoor Rd Ste 108 (Raleigh)

Casual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.

7520 Creedmoor Rd (Raleigh)

A homey, yet stylish spot focused on homemade Italian cuisine, craft cocktails & wine.

107 W Chapel Hill St

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

2647 Lawndale Dr (Greensboro)

Premium steaks & seafood join house cocktails in a sedate dining room with a classic bar.

1201-M Raleigh Rd (Chapel Hill)

Steakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.

410 Glenwood Ave #100 (Raleigh)

Gas-station eatery (with outdoor picnic tables) offering Southern BBQ platters and sandwiches as well as sides and desserts.

210 E Six Forks Rd (Raleigh)

Southern country breakfasts & lunches in a bright space with indoor & outdoor seats by the Market.

1240 Farmers Market Dr (Raleigh)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

3424 Capital Blvd (Raleigh)

Contemporary dining space serving fine Italian fare such as handmade pasta & meat & seafood entrees.

Westover Terrace (Greensboro)

American pub standards like burgers, wings & craft beer in chill surrounds with sports on TV.

5105 Michaux Rd (Greensboro)

Relaxed restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes (from chicken Parmigiana to lasagna) plus cocktails.

21 Glenwood Ave (Raleigh)

Vibrant, family-owned Japanese restaurant, serving ramen selections and classic dishes.

4929 W Market St Ste 2107 (Greensboro)

Casual choice serving classic Italian dishes, plus a lunch buffet with BBQ ribs, lasagna & salads.

14520 Falls of Neuse Rd (Raleigh)

Hip destination offering creative American cuisine & craft cocktails in an industrial-style space.

600 C Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Vibrant cafe serving seasonal German fare, baked goods & drinks in an open, airy venue.

2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd

Casual shop serving pizzas, sandwiches & salads from family recipes & local ingredients.

2608 Erwin Rd Ste 140

Longtime family-owned barbecue joint serving slow-cooked pork & chicken plates with classic sides.

2206 W Gate City Blvd (Greensboro)

Casual, contemporary wine bar & bistro serving microbrews, craft cocktails & creative small plates.

1724 Battleground Ave #105 (Greensboro)

Relaxed, unassuming destination for Vietnamese cuisine, including vegetarian options.

4205 W Gate City Blvd (Greensboro)

Casual eatery serving creative combinations of loaded French fries, including vegetarian options.

1105 W Main St Unit110

Unassuming pizzeria serving pies & slices, plus stromboli, calzones, pasta & wings.

219 S Elm St (Greensboro)

Casual eatery featuring pancakes, french toast and fried chicken, plus wine, mimosas and bloody marys.

14460 Falls of Neuse Rd #183 (Raleigh)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

7104 NC-751 Suite 101

Mediterranean-inspired restaurant that doubles as an event space and cocktail bar.

518 N West St (Raleigh)

Italian restaurant offering classics with modern twists, plus wine, beer, and cocktails, in a cozy setting.

8450 Honeycutt Rd #100 (Raleigh)

An old gas station turned Southern eatery with a rooftop bar, serving classic bites & milkshakes.

1200 W Chapel Hill St

Elevated Italian plates served in a white-tablecloth setting with outdoor seating.

5831 W Gate City Blvd (Greensboro)

Time-tested joint serving up Carolina-style BBQ at an old-fashioned counter since 1938.

1326 E Millbrook Rd (Raleigh)

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

160 Park at N Hills St Ste 127 (Raleigh)

An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

425 Oberlin Rd (Raleigh)

Small plates such as dumplings and grilled octopus, plus cocktails, served in an upscale setting.

810 N Mangum St

Local sports bar chain serving steak, seafood & pub grub in a lively, contemporary setting.

918 W Club Blvd

Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting

Hilton Garden Inn, 7007 Fayetteville Rd

Casual hub for chicken & vegan wings tossed in a variety of sauces at every spice level.

6701 Glenwood Ave #101 (Raleigh)

Long-running, family-friendly steakhouse chain known for its ribs, onion loaf & Romarita drinks.

151 Tatum Dr

Storied sports bar with an extensive menu of American fare, plus a long list of single-malt scotch.

105 Oberlin Rd (Raleigh)

Local restaurant & bar chain serving BBQ, burgers, wings, Southern fare & more, plus numerous beers.

1218 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Laid-back burger joint serving up traditional and exotic options, plus hand-cut fries.

510 Glenwood Ave #103 (Raleigh)

Sushi & other Japanese dishes plus a few Thai options in a casual space with pendant lanterns.

1141 Falls River Ave #128 (Raleigh)

Southern-style tapas & an extensive wine list in a casually chic, contemporary setting.

109 W Chapel Hill St

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

4104 Surles Ct Unit 2

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

8215 Fayetteville Rd (Raleigh)

Counter-service pizzeria serving New York-style pies along with Italian dishes and subs.

3354 W Friendly Ave #142 (Greensboro)

Cafe & bar serves updated Southern comfort food & specialty cocktails, plus retail gourmet goods.

5625 Creedmoor Rd (Raleigh)

Japanese eatery offering a variety of hot pots as well as all-you-can-eat sushi.

404 E Six Forks Rd Ste 101 (Raleigh)

Down-home BBQ joint serving meat-&-3 plates at lunch & dinner, plus tailgate-party platters to go.

6309 Hillsborough St (Raleigh)

Sushi, hibachi & noodles are featured on the broad Japanese menu at this relaxed strip-mall option.

2223 NC-54 Ste R

Casual spot for mixed Asian eats including pho, curries, Chinese staples & more than 40 sushi rolls.

3812 Western Blvd (Raleigh)

Classic white-tablecloth Italian eatery with wine & standard entrees like linguine & veal.

2917-D Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Relaxed, family-owned fixture preparing handcrafted pizza along with Italian & Lebanese specialties.

309 Pisgah Church Rd (Greensboro)

All-you-can-eat joint serving chicken wings, cheesesteaks, and other comfort foods in a casual setting.

3901 Capital Blvd Ste 117 (Raleigh)

Chain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.

8030 Renaissance Pkwy Suite 910

Low-key eatery offering build-your-own poke bowls & popular Vietnamese fare such as pho & banh mi.

2816 Erwin Rd #207

Casual shopping-mall eatery specializing in Italian gluten-free fare & wines.

3121 Edwards Mill Rd (Raleigh)

Casual food truck offering soul food and barbecue, including popular dishes such as mac and cheese and peach cobbler.

2804 Randleman Rd (Greensboro)

Relaxed burger eatery featuring a wall menu of fries, plus locally brewed beers and wines.

2138 Lawndale Dr (Greensboro)

Japanese classics, including hibachi fare & a sushi train, in casual, unpretentious digs.

10750 Wakefield Commons Dr #101 (Raleigh)

Nachos, salmon, and steak frites are offered at this restaurant with a bar, patio, and fireplace.

3201 Edwards Mill Rd #153 (Raleigh)

Pit-smoked free-range pork, other BBQ staples & sides in a smart-casual setting with a bar & a terrace.

328 W Davie St (Raleigh)

Farm-to-table Southern fare, plentiful wines & craft beers in a chill setting with outdoor tables.

1421 Westover Terrace R1 (Greensboro)

Warm, casual eatery specializing in pho and other traditional Vietnamese dishes such as banh mi and noodle bowls.

424 E Six Forks Rd Ste 105 (Raleigh)

Food truck specializing in Southern-style BBQ like brisket and ribs that also caters.

2201 S Wilmington St (Raleigh)

Popular spot serving a diverse range of dishes, including vegan options, in a laid-back setting.

245 E, NC-54 Ste 105

Panini, salads & other American cafe fare, plus wine & cocktails, in a sunny space with big windows.

1941 New Garden Rd #116 (Greensboro)

Snug pizza shop featuring thin-crust pies, empanadas and other Italian-style grub in a warm space with outdoor seats.

627 E Whitaker Mill Rd (Raleigh)

Relaxed gastropub serving updated comfort fare with a seasonal spin, cocktails, craft beer & wine.

2200 W Main St

Upscale, locally sourced New American fare in a refined, white-tablecloth setting.

327 Battleground Ave A (Greensboro)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

1809 N Pointe Dr

Buzzing, modern pizza parlor featuring wood-fired pies & a bar, plus an assortment of Italian wines.

105 E Chapel Hill St

Quirky combined Southern cafe, gourmet market & gift shop set in a former Piggly Wiggly supermarket.

2014 Fairview Rd (Raleigh)

Casual seafood and Tex-Mex joint serving enchiladas, margaritas and tacos, plus family recipes and a full bar.

1428 Garner Station Blvd (Raleigh)

Chicken dishes with customizable flavors offered in a casual setting with vegan and halal options.

8531 Brier Creek Pkwy #109 (Raleigh)

Traditional steakhouse fare with an Argentinean accent served in a spare, genteel setting.

1116 Broad St

Food hall featuring laid-back eateries, cafes & a central bar in chic, contemporary surroundings.

530 Foster St Ste 1

Retro-industrial bar with reclaimed barn wood serving American comfort food and draft beers.

301 W Martin St (Raleigh)

Casual ramen shop also specializing in sushi and Japanese entrees, plus dim sum and hibachi.

6010 Landmark Center Blvd (Greensboro)

Elevated Italian plates & wines are served in a stylish reclaimed mill with a warm vibe.

309 N Dawson St #1313 (Raleigh)

Low-key hangout offering burgers & basic pub grub, plus craft beer, free Wi-Fi & sports on TV.

754 9th St

Hip, modern hideaway for Laotian fare & exotic cocktails in a slick, yet woodsy looking space.

222 S Blount St (Raleigh)

Southern Italian dishes, plus Neapolitan- & Sicilian-style pizzas, in an old-school environment.

4711 Hope Valley Rd #1e

Casual, pet-friendly eatery and bar specializing in smash burgers and fries.

359 Blackwell St Ste 125

Eclectic breakfast & lunch spot with hearty American dishes, regional draft beers & outdoor seating.

2417 Spring Garden St (Greensboro)

An extensive sake selection, sushi & traditional cooked dishes in a minimalist setting.

5910-147 Duraleigh Rd (Raleigh)

Branch of a casual NC chain serving all-day breakfasts, burgers & other comfort-food staples.

4900 NC-55 Ste 520

Spanish restaurant serving small & large plates, including paella, along with cocktails & wine.

325 W Main St

An eclectic menu with build-your-own-pastas, plus wines & craft beers, in a casual, modern setting.

1726 Battleground Ave (Greensboro)

Contemporary counter-serve eatery specializing in pho noodle soup & other Vietnamese classics.

7841 Alexander Prom Pl Ste 115 (Raleigh)

Airy hangout with outdoor tables & a relaxed vibe, offering a menu of European-inspired snacks.

American Tobacco Campus, 359 Blackwell St #135

All-you-can-eat Japanese eatery offering a range of sushi dishes and hibachi bites.

4551 New Bern Ave #130 (Raleigh)

Cozy eatery known for its handcrafted pasta dishes, plus small plates and wine.

317 S Harrington St (Raleigh)

Buzzy chain serving massive burgers with gourmet toppings plus hand-cut fries & other sides.

111 Seaboard Ave (Raleigh)

Easygoing pizza joint serving classic & creative slices, pies & Italian-American staples & specials.

401 Tate St (Greensboro)