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1. Cucciolo Osteria Durham

4.8

Exceptional(1715)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Durham

Booked 26 times today

Cousins Jimmy and Julian Kim welcome you to Cucciolo Osteria Durham! A sister restaurant to the original Cucciolo Osteria in Seoul, Korea, offering modern Italian cuisine with a twist.We are located in the same building as the Amtrak train station, just opposite side, next to West End Wine Bar.

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2. Aaktun Coffee + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(160)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Durham

Booked 64 times today

Our cozy cafe is a delightful haven where friends gather amidst the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, savoring delectable pastries and engaging in warm, leisurely conversations. Take a step into our dining room and allow us to whisk you away to a tropical paradise where contemporary tiki cocktails blend seamlessly with vibrant Latin American and Caribbean Flavors. Our culinary journey is guided by the talented Oscar Diaz, a two-time James Beard semi-finalist and our esteemed chef-owner.

3. Little Bull

4.8

Exceptional(624)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Durham

Booked 21 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.

4. Seraphine

4.8

Exceptional(666)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Durham

Booked 30 times today

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5. Mothers & Sons

4.6

Exceptional(203)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Durham

Booked 35 times today

Our lunch and dinner menus differ greatly. Please see the menu link below to see an example of our offerings.Partners Matt Kelly and Josh “Skinny” DeCarolis are proud to offer Mothers & Sons, a trattoria in downtown Durham featuring regional Italian food with seasonal sensibility. DeCarolis introduces the first restaurant in the South to focus on fatta a mano —handmade pasta. Mothers and Sons offers antipasti dishes such seasonal bruschettas or smoked octopus. Choose from primi dishes like the bucatini al amatriciana, squid ink tonnarelli or rigatoni alla norma and secondi dishes like the bistecca alla floretina and eggplant parmigiana. Dishes are made with seasonal ingredients so menus may change depending on when you visit. An extensive Italian wine list, dozens of amari as well as an imaginative cocktail list with an italian flair assures there will be a drink that will complement your meal perfectly.

6. Juju Durham

4.8

Exceptional(2463)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Durham

Booked 46 times today

Juju serves up small plates with bold flavors, each prepared creatively with attention to tradition, whimsy, local integrity, and, of course, deliciousness. In addition to its extensive and delicious menu, Juju features a dynamic beverage program of hand-made cocktails, Sake selections and a well-chosen list of artisan wines and craft beers.

7. Nikos

4.7

Exceptional(511)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Durham

Booked 43 times today

NIKOS offers a treasure trove of flavors distilled from Greece and the surrounding regions — spanning from the southern coast of Crete to the north of Mount Athos, and from the Ionian islands to the Aegean Sea.We invite you to embark on a culinary journey that encompasses health, wisdom, dreams, passions, and the timeless pursuit of ideas that transcend boundaries. Regular hours may be different during holidays weekend.

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8. Mateo Bar de Tapas

4.8

Exceptional(2460)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Durham

Booked 42 times today

Mateo Bar de Tapas is the first solo venture from chef Matthew Kelly, housed in the old Book Exchange building in the heart of downtown Durham. Featuring a menu that blends the flavors of Spain with beloved ingredients and dishes of the South. We offer a casual, yet refined, menu of Spanish small plates with Southern inflection. Accompanying the food is a robust Spanish wine list as well as one of the largest sherry offerings in the country!

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9. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Raleigh

4.7

Exceptional(465)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Raleigh

Booked 135 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Raleigh, The Gallery at North Hills. Enjoy a menu of enduring classics and signature dishes, along with a curated selection of Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading, cast-stone center fountain.

10. NanaSteak

4.8

Exceptional(2709)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Durham

Booked 37 times today

NanaSteak offers high-energy upscale dining at its finest. Enjoy drinks and appetizers with friends at the beautiful and well appointed bar or dine from a menu full of local North Carolina fare. The award wining wine list offers many unique and interesting selections to compliment any meal. With an impeccable attention to detail, this is the perfect backdrop for an extraordinary evening. In short, NanaSteak is more than just Durham's finest steakhouse.

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Jasmine
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of my favorite Durham restaurants for amazingly flavorful and creative dishes!
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SeraphinePrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Durham
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4.8
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ToniVIP
Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint •55 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We love the interesting take Mothers & Sons has on Italian cuisine. Our wine, cocktails, focaccia, appetizer, entrees, desserts were delectable! Service was also excellent.
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Mothers & SonsPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham
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4.6
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ChristinaVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The truffle pasta and carbonara were both outstanding—easily the best we’ve had! A special shoutout to Daniel, our waiter, who made the experience even better. He’s a must if you're dining here!
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Cucciolo Osteria DurhamPrice: Expensive• Italian• Durham
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4.8
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Sumit
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had an incredible dining experience at Aaktun! The seafood was absolutely fresh and full of flavor — from the vibrant poke bowls to the crispy tacos topped with perfectly balanced slaw. Each dish was beautifully plated and packed a punch of flavor. The cocktail menu was equally impressive — creative, colorful, and refreshing. Whether served in a whimsical fish-shaped mug or with fresh mint and dried fruit garnishes, each drink was a treat both visually and taste-wise. The ambiance was modern yet cozy, with a vibrant vibe that made the evening feel special. Highly recommend for a date night or a fun evening out with friends. We’ll definitely be back!
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Aaktun Coffee + BarPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Durham
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4.7
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Carol AnnVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
The flavors are amazing, the food quality is outstanding and the atmosphere is nice.
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Little BullPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Durham
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4.8

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1. Cucciolo Osteria Durham

2. Aaktun Coffee + Bar

3. Little Bull

4. Seraphine

5. Mothers & Sons

6. Juju Durham

7. Nikos

8. Mateo Bar de Tapas

9. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Raleigh

10. NanaSteak

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