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1. Estabulo - Durham

4.5

Awesome(596)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Durham

Estabulo Rodizio Bar & Grill honour the Brazilian Gaúcho’s traditional method of cooking. This involves taking the most delicious and flavoursome cuts of meat, which are then skewered and cooked slowly on open flames. This method of cooking also means that all the meat served to you fresh at your table, straight from the grill. You can eat as much or as little as you like, and we have a large selection of meats on offer, so you can stick to what you know or try something a little bit different! We also have a selection of Vegetarian, Halal and Fish dishes on offer and the salad bar which is the perfect start to your meal, and accompanies our entire menu perfectly as little palate cleansers between each skewer that reaches your table.

2. 19TWENTY

4.4

Awesome(340)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Grill • Durham

Booked 7 times today

Located in the heart of Durham city centre, we offer the finest steaks, best gourmet burgers and premium cocktails. While you’re here try our succulent and tender hanging kebabs. Come and experience fine dining at affordable prices, with incredible river views and immaculate service.

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3. Turkish Kitchen Durham

4.8

Exceptional(758)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Durham

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Turkish Kitchen, you will enter the world of tastes and aromas of Turkish cuisine with a modern twist and focus on sensational seasonal ingredients from diverse Turkish regions. We also have a good selection of vegetarian & vegan options along with a great list of wines and cocktails.

4. Restaurant 17

4.5

Awesome(560)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Durham

Booked 1 time today

At Restaurant 17 we offer an efficient friendly service.Delivering a taste experience from around the world using fresh ingredients.

5. Bistro Italiano

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4.7

Exceptional(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Durham

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Bistro Italiano, we look forward to serving you soon. Our excellent chefs only use fresh ingredients to prepare our delicious traditional Italian dishes.

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6. Slug & Lettuce - Durham

4.3

Awesome(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Durham

Come on in and enjoy our fabulous bar, set in the heart of Durham. We offer a wide range of bottled and draught beers from all around the world, as well as, fantastic quality wines and exceptionally great cocktails. Slug’s seasonal menus mean that we serve excellent fresh produce, at its peak, all year round. Our dedicated team also has the experience and knowledge necessary to offer all of our customers a consistently top-notch service. Want to know what events we have on each month? Head on over to our What’s On page to discover more…

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7. The Library Durham

3.2

Good(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Durham

We are a lively sports bar showing all major events, with eleven HD TVs and two big screens meaning you’ll never miss a minute of the action! Our lower level also has two pool tables, and large tables for bigger groups that want to watch sport with us.During the day we have a more relaxed pub atmosphere for casual dining, and in the evening we operate as a late bar with craft beers from some of the favourite breweries in the country (and some local heroes too!), cocktails, and a wide selection of premium spirits.Last but not least, make sure you pick up one of our famous ‘MORE’ cards, so that you can collect points to spend with us!

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8. The Three Bridges Durham

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Durham

Welcome to The Three Bridges, Durham’s latest hotspot, where a warm and relaxed atmosphere awaits you. Whether you’re catching up with friends or enjoying quality time with loved ones, our bar is the perfect place to unwind.We offer a great selection of well-priced food and drinks, including hand-pulled ales like Doom Bar, Allendale Pennine Pale, Maxim Swedish Blonde, and Lilley’s Cider.Our revamped outdoor space and stylish new interior make every visit even better. Whatever the occasion, come and experience your new and improved local pub – we can’t wait to welcome you!

9. The Avenue

4.9

Exceptional(51)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Durham

Welcome to The AvenueThe Avenue has recently refurbished to a very high standard. We have a fantastic range of draught lagers, bitters and ciders. We are especially proud of our range of real ales and our great selection of delicious Food! We are serving great quality Steaks, from the grill and more Pub Classics. We host a varied range of Weekly Events at the Avenue from quiz nights on a Monday to Live music on Saturday nights

10. 21

4.8

Exceptional(5358)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 15 times today

21’s cooking is big on flavour and short on fuss. We’re talking about a style which embraces the seasons and where the ingredients are king. Expect to find stylish, imaginative dishes – which don’t pander to fads or fashion…………and still have room for pudding. Expect a warm welcome, generous hospitality and service that is both friendly and correct.A city centre restaurant with a city centre buzz. In the heart of Newcastle's Quayside, 21 has an excitement and warmth all of its own. Smart but not stuffy, sleek but not pretentious, fun but not gimmicky - It's about eating good food in comfortably stylish surroundings. Menus include Lunch and Early Evening Fixed Price, Five Course Seasonal and à la Carte.

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Craig
Durham/County Durham •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food is delicious traveled from Teesside for second visit great place atmosphere friendly staff great food great prices
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Turkish Kitchen DurhamPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Durham
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4.8
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Paul
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent service and top quality food. Good value as well.
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Estabulo - DurhamPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Durham
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4.5
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Ann
Durham/County Durham •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 31, 2025
The young waiter was so friendly,polite .food excellent.
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19TWENTYPrice: Moderate• Grill• Durham
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4.4
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Michael
Hertfordshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 25, 2025
SPOT ON as always. Dined at Bistro many times when living in Durham for 50 years. Now we go to Bistro to dine with friends whenever we visit Durham. Reliably GOOD😊
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Bistro ItalianoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Durham
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4.7
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Stephen
Newcastle and Northumberland •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 25, 2025
Lovely hidden gem in Durham. Food was first class, service was equally good . Highly recommended.
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Restaurant 17Price: Moderate• International• Durham
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4.5

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