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Nanas

4.8
4.8
429 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Neighborhood gem
Nanas is a neighborhood restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Helmed by Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes, Nanas pays tribute to Nana’s, our beloved predecessor, while reimagining all of the details. Abundant, local ingredients shine on our seasonal menus, which feature dishes like Twice-Baked Grits Soufflé, Duck Ragout Tagliatelle, and the iconic Nana’s risotto alongside seasonal wood grilled whole fish, crispy lamb shoulder, and fresh-baked breads and desserts made daily in house. In our cozy bar you'll find finely executed classic cocktails and local beers, while the wine program offers upwards of 250+ labels of impeccably curated, farming-first wines. If your desired time for a reservation is not available our bar seats are open on a first come first serve basis. Call your nana, it's time to eat.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 251-8213
  • Website
    https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nate Garyantes
  • Private party facilities
    A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974
  • Location
    2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Cross street
    University Drive & James Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend

    $98.00 per person

    May 9, 2025 - May 11, 2025
    Please join us in celebration of Graduates and Moms on this special weekend at Nanas at Rockwood! We will be featuring a PreFixe menu for $98 per person for the entire weekend and a credit card is required for booking.

  • SLS Dinner

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 22, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Join us for next wine dinner at Nanas featuring Samuel Louis Smith of Samuel Louis Wines! Chef/Owner Matt Kelly will be preparing a 4-course feast to pair with the delicious wines of Samuel Louis Smith from the Central Coast of California.
    SLS Dinner Photo

  • RAEN Dinner

    $250.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 24, 2025 only
    6:30 PM
    Please join us as Sissy Strope Smith pours some of the most exciting wines from the West Sonoma Coast. We'll be pouring some library releases, as well as one of the rarest bottlings to come out of the Sonoma Coast. Matt will be cooking some very inspired dishes to pair with it all! See you then!

Private dining

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 429 people are saying

Nanas reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for special occasions

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    American

  • Durham

    Best Ambiance

  • Durham

    Great for fine wines

  • Durham

    Romantic

  • Durham

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nana's in Durham offers a "fantastic dining experience" with a menu full of "fresh, original" dishes that are "bursting with flavor." The service is consistently "top notch," and the ambiance is "warm and inviting." Ideal for "special occasions," this restaurant is a "hidden gem" worth visiting. Parking, however, can be challenging.
429 Reviews

  1. Becky VIP

    Raleigh9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambience and dining area were pleasant, but the food was amazing and absolutely stole the s how. Perfectly cooked and everything had amazing flavor!

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  2. Kresha

    Raleigh42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was outstanding, but some items are over priced. This is a place to go for special occasions.

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  3. Brian VIP

    San Francisco30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious food and top notch service in a great setting. One of the best restaurants in all of Raleighj Durham.

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  4. John

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nana’s was fantastic! The food was spectacular—fresh, original, and bursting with flavor. The ambiance was perfect, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the waitstaff was incredibly welcoming. The only downside was the parking situation—it was nearly impossible to find a spot, and I didn’t notice many options for handicap parking.

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  5. Melissa VIP

    Washington DC5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience from start to finish. From the hosts to the servers, they were all kind and welcoming. Food was great.

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  6. Paul

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the atmosphere and food. The pastas were amazing as was the scallops milanese

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  7. Elana VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was amazing and the carrot cake sundae was the best dessert I have ever had in my life

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  8. Elaine VIP

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    An absolute GEM. From the moment we walked in, everyone was polite and friendly - helpful without being pushy. The recommendations from our server were ON POINT and the food was amazing. Super high quality and delicious.

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Charleston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was delicious but over salted. The music did not go with the ambience and overall the noise level was terrible in the main room. Impossible to have a conversation

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience I’ve had in 7 years of living in Durham. Can’t wait to come back.

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FAQs

Nanas is rated 4.8 stars by 429 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Nanas

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Additional information

  • Cross street
    University Drive & James Street
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Southern, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nate Garyantes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
  • Phone number
    (919) 251-8213
  • Private party facilities
    A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974
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