Rooted in both history and industry, Durham has become a cultural haven for diverse eateries, up-and-coming neighborhoods, and a rich, welcoming community. Durham has a robust international culinary scene that is ever-growing. Visit Zweli’s Kitchen, one of the few Zimbabwean restaurants in the entire country, for piri piri chicken and rice jollof. Or, for an unforgettable ramen experience, book an omakase experience at Dashi and its neighboring bar, Izakaya. Sample authentic Ethiopian fare at Goorsha or sneak away to Durham’s best kept secret, Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant, which transforms into an unexpected dim sum joint on weekends only.
For more classic offerings, try a King Burger from long-standing family favorite, King’s Sandwich Shop, or venture to Saltbox Seafood Joint to grab the fresh catch from Ricky Moore. From Fullsteam to Ponysaurus, craft beer lovers are never without a cold glass in hand, but if ciders are more your speed, you can’t miss Bull City Ciderworks.
Stay a night or a week at the enchanting Durham Hotel, with its notable mid-century design and ample options for morning coffee, small plates, and swoon-worthy cocktails. If you’d prefer breakfast out, wander downtown to Loaf for fluffy pastries and bread or Cocoa Cinnamon for some single-origin coffee. No matter where your Bull City journey takes you, adventure is certain.
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At the Table
Simple Recipes for the Fourth of July
Chances are your Fourth of July plans revolve more around food than fireworks—we’ve got simple recipes to kick off your holiday weekend.
Roots
Ricky Moore’s Juneteenth Lunchboxes
With Juneteenth coming up, chefs in Durham, North Carolina, sought out a way to make sure no one shows up empty handed to this year's cookout.
In the Field
New Restaurants in North Carolina
From boutique wine bars to modern diners and Greek mezze to Spanish pintxos, these 11 new restaurants in North Carolina are changing the game.
Local Flavor
Recipes
AP-Brined Party Wings with Leroy’s ‘Bama White Sauce
Made with 10 pounds of chicken wings, this party wings recipe from Lawrence Barbecue in Durham, North Carolina, is designed to feed a crowd.
Recipes
Lemon Spritz Butter Cookies
These butter cookies build on traditional recipes and are punched up with lemon to make them sing. Tart and creamy, these are a summer staple.
Recipes
Mike D’s Smoked Ribs
Seasoned with Mike D's signature dry rub and sauce, sweet apple juice, and your choice of whiskey, these smoked ribs take the backyard barbecue to the next level.
restaurants in durham
Dining Out
Saltbox Seafood Joint
Saltbox Seafood joint may have single-handedly placed Durham on the map when it comes to fresh-caught seafood and down-to-earth fixings.
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On the Road
Charlotte
Ingenuity paired with creativity is at the helm of the thriving restaurants and breweries expanding the Queen City’s culinary scene.
On the Road
Chapel Hill
From historic roots to cutting-edge restaurants, Chapel Hill is a quintessential southern destination.
On the Road
Raleigh
Raleigh has a lot more to offer besides great schools. As the capital of North Carolina, Raleigh has a booming culinary and cultural scene.
