Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Durham

7 restaurants available nearby

1. Little Bull

4.8

Exceptional(510)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Durham

Booked 29 times today

Little Bull is sincere, nostalgic comfort food, inspired by the palates of first-generation immigrant kids. Pocho cuisine is not a gimmick. Like Oscar, it’s a little bull-headed, but with no bullshit. It means more than loaded terms like “New American” or “modern Mexican.” And it’s authentic to Chef’s personal experience.“American food is undefined. But it’s been designated to certain ideas and people. It’s actually evolving, as much as our landscape is a melting pot. As much as my own identity as a first-generation American and chef.”Pocho started as a term used by people in Mexico to poke fun at the “American” kids who speak Spanglish. At Little Bull, pocho cuisine showcases the evolution of being a chef in America, inspired by every immigrant and their growing influence on our food.

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2. Fairview Dining Room

4.8

Exceptional(1849)

Price: Expensive

• American • Durham

Booked 20 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.

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3. Nasher Cafe at Duke University

4.7

Exceptional(852)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Durham

Booked 47 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.

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4. Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery

4.2

Awesome(30)

Price: Moderate

• International • Durham

Booked 21 times today

Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery is a veteran and woman owned business located in the heart of Durham’s Innovation District. Using only the best seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, Chef Daniel Arenas concocts your favorite American Classics as well as globally–inspired tapas and large plates. This is not your average pub menu! Specialty dishes include everything from bone marrow beef tartare to caviar service. The Flying Bull proves that craft beer and elevated cuisine are a perfect pairing. We also offer an extensive wine list and full service cocktail bar. Looking to host a special event for business or family occasion? Our large beer hall is the perfect solution. Prix fixe full menu or catered hors d’oeuvres available. Whether you’re looking for a meal with family or friends, business or date nigh, or even a little Jazz with your beverage, our friendly and courteous staff will make sure your visit is a wonderful experience.

5. Jujube

4.7

Exceptional(1449)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Chapel Hill

Booked 17 times today

Jujube offers a unique culinary experience to the Triangle that brings Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Indian and Indonesian cuisine infused with the finest Western influenced flavors. We feature an extensive collection of craft beer, a wide variety of wines that elegantly complement our menu, as well as a refreshing assortment of signature cocktails. Escape the ordinary. Come enjoy our social and harmonious environment where Asian themed decor and soft lantern lighting awaits you. In the warmer months, enjoy dining al fresco on our screened patio. At Jujube we aim to bring you an eclectic myriad of tastes in an ambiance that brings together both the beauty of Asian tradition paired with a whimsical modern twist. Curbside Pickup and Dine in daily. Reservations or call ahead strongly encouraged.

6. Elements

4.8

Exceptional(2426)

Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Chapel Hill

Booked 14 times today

Elements is OPEN for DINE IN & TAKEOUT! From the moment you walk in to the last delicious morsel you will taste, we promise to deliver a unique and exquisite dining experience. Our cuisine combines classical as well as modern Asian and European cooking techniques to enhance the flavors of local and sustainable ingredients. Our menu changes often to capitalize on the freshest and most seasonal fare. We believe George Barnard Shaw said it best when he said. There is no love sincerer than the love of food." We couldn't agree more. From fork to mouth, we wish you good eats.Elements Team

7. Azitra

4.8

Exceptional(1347)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Raleigh

Booked 11 times today

Azitra is an "Indian Culinary Nirvana" sharing the love of great food, wine and community. We pride ourselves on fun takes on Indian food, both modern and contemporary. We have a Wine Spectator award winning wine program, and an innovative cocktail program. Azitra awakens the inner soul through colorful ambiance, rich Indian palate and complex tastes with a seductive dining room, a fashionable bar, intimate private lounge and outdoor seating. We strive to create memorable dining experiences day after day. Guests can sample the vibrant flavors of India. Our menu features classic Indian cuisine reinvented for today’s more discerning palate. We invite you to indulge in India’s culinary treasures, time after time.

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Brian
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Truly an amazing experience! What a fantastic meal and great way to celebrate my wife’s birthday!
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HeronsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cary
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4.9
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Sarah
South Carolina •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Many choices and our table of 8 enjoyed all the meals chosen
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Nasher Cafe at Duke UniversityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Durham
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4.7
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Melissavip
Coastal North Carolina •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
First time trying the Fairview. We thoroughly enjoyed the brunch experience. Our server Marius was very attentive, offered input as we asked and was just super. We will be back.
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Fairview Dining RoomPrice: Expensive• American• Durham
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4.8
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Connievip
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was our second time to Little Bull as we celebrated our 22nd anniversary. Davon, our waiter, was super attentive and friendly! Drinks were off the charts delicious. We had DIY hand roll, Ceviche, and octopus. The octopus was much better the first time we dined at LB. Other small plates were delicious! We split the seasonal scallops and shrimp dish with grits. This plate was out of this world good! The grits were the best I have had! This little spot has become one of our all time favorite places to dine!
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Little BullPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Durham
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4.8
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Maria
South Carolina •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
The food was very good. My only complaint is that it took a lot of time to arrive and we had to eat quickly because we had tickets for a concert.
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Flying Bull Restaurant and BreweryPrice: Moderate• International• Durham
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4.2

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7 restaurants available nearby

1. Little Bull

2. Fairview Dining Room

3. Nasher Cafe at Duke University

4. Flying Bull Restaurant and Brewery

5. Jujube

6. Elements

7. Azitra

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