DINING GUIDE
OnlyBurger Build-your-own burger options and sides like bacon-wrapped mac and cheese squares. 359 Blackwell St.; 919-237-2431; onlyburger.com
News Bites
Tasting Table featured Durham as one of its “under-the-radar culinary gems” in the article “A Tale of New Cities,” noting Monuts, Scratch, The Durham Hotel, Fullsteam, Durty Bull Brewing Company, Saltbox Seafood Joint, Juju and Backyard BBQ Pit as spots to try out, among others.
Uber launched meal delivery service UberEATS in our area last year. More than 100 restaurants in the Triangle – including Guasaca, Monuts, Black Twig, Alpaca, Ninth Street Bakery, Beyu Caffe, Old Havana, Rose’s and many more in Durham – are participating. Orders can be placed via the mobile app or at ubereats.com. Theresa Chu and Scott Beaudry, the purveyors of Barley Labs, Durham’s beer-grain dog treat business, are opening a 1,700-square-foot petfriendly bar and gift shop at 4015 University Dr. Melina’s Fresh Pasta, found at farmers’ markets, local retailers and restaurants, now has its own production facility and storefront at 2717 Chapel Hill Rd. The Lakewood, Rose’s Noodles, Dumplings and Sweets, M Kokko and Fullsteam Brewery made Eater’s list as some of the hottest new restaurants in the Triangle. The fried fish at Durham’s Saltbox Seafood Joint made Bravo’s list of “6 Foods Across the Country (and Peru!) That Are Worth Waiting in Line For, According to Chefs.” Durham Chef John May of Piedmont was quoted gushing over the joint’s “beautiful, fresh, fried fish and some hush honeys.” The Joint was also recognized by USA Today as one of “America’s Famous Seafood Shacks.” Southpoint’s Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club’s Fairview Dining Room and Rue Cler were recently named Wine Spectator’s 2017 Restaurant Award winners, earning an Award of Excellence. Piedmont Restaurant won a Best of Award of Excellence.
Following Governor Roy Cooper’s signing of the “Brunch Bill” into law, Durham voted to adjust its ordinances to incorporate the new law last August, allowing the sale of alcoholic beverages at restaurants starting at at 10 a.m. on Sundays. Mattie Beason, owner of Mattie B’s Public House and Black Twig Cider House is working on his new project, County Fare, a “daily food truck rodeo” in Lakewood, with his partners Steve Frasher – husband of Lindy Frasher, Duke Basketball Coach Mike Krzyzewski’s middle daughter – and Duke graduate Gil Scharf. The plan is to have four food trucks parked on a full-time basis next to a barn serving beer, wine and cider at 1920 Chapel Hill Rd.
TravelMag pared down Durham’s lively food scene to nine eateries in the article, “Like a Local: 9 of the Best Restaurants in Durham,” giving love to Parker & Otis, Watts Grocery, Dame’s Chicken and Waffles, Geer Street Garden, Vin Rouge, Guglhupf, Mateo, Backyard BBQ Pit and Old Havana Sandwich Shop.
Big Spoon Roasters’ took home another Southern Living Award with its Hot OF Food DURHAM Peanut Butter named 2016as a best Southern-made product for 2017.
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DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL BOULEVARD (15-501) Foster’s Market Brought to you by acclaimed cookbook Tasting Table recognized Lilly’s Pizza as serving author Sara Foster, fresh breakfast selections, DURHAM, BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER • one of the best pizzas in the country, citingNC the• 919-286-1987 sandwiches and salads. Also pick up specialty food MADHATTERBAKESHOP.COM SALADELIA.CO restaurant’s use of organic whole wheat flour items. 2694 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-489-3944; from Graham’s Lindley Mills in an article titled, “American Pie: From Deep Dish to Neapolitan, fostersmarket.com BR This is the Best Pizza in the Country. Guglhupf Bakery, Cafe and Restaurant GermanTap the Triangle wants to take you out for a inspired cuisine and artisanal bakery. Restaurant drink. Multiple drinks, actually! The company’s dishes include house-cut noodles, weiner schnitzel “hop on, hop off” shuttle provides a fun and convenient way to celebrate the Bull City’s and pan-roasted duck. 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; brew scene. 919-401-2600; guglhupf.com BR
Taberna Tapas Paella, flatbreads, bacon-wrapped dates, gambas. 325 W. Main St.; 919-797-1457; tabernatapas.com
The District at 410 Lunch served Thursday and Friday by The Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham. 410 Blackwell St.; 919-317-3200; artinstitutes.edu/raleigh-durham/ about/restaurant
Viceroy British-Indian gastropub featuring dishes like jeera wings as well as traditional fish & chips. 335 W. Main St.; 919-797-0413; viceroydurham.com AMERICAN TOBACCO DISTRICT Basan A wide variety of fresh, specialty sushi rolls, modern Japanese appetizers and entrees, and an extensive sake selection. 359 Blackwell St., Ste. 220; 919-797-9728; basanrestaurant.com The Bullpen Bull Durham Beer Co.’s beer garden with live music provided by the Music Maker Relief Foundation. 359 Blackwell St.; 919-744-3630; bullpenatc.com 62 DURHAM MAGAZINE VISITORS & RELOCATION GUIDE 2018
Tyler’s Restaurant & Taproom Hearty fare and huge beer selection. An order of garlic fries is a must! 324 Blackwell St.; 919-433-0345; tylerstaproom.com PHOENIX SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER Royal Cheesecake & Varieties Cupcakes, cheesecakes and specialty cakes in flavors like sweet potato, fresh peach and white chocolate peppermint. 902 Old Fayetteville St.; 919-670-8766; rcvcakes.com
Cuban Revolution Restaurant & Bar Cuban tapas served amid ’60s-style decor, plus bolsitas, sandwiches and Havana pork. 318 Blackwell St.; 919-687-4300; thecubanrevolution.com
Toast Italian paninis and soups. The warm goat cheese with honey and peppercorn crostini is our favorite. 345 W. Main St.; 919-683-2183; toastfivepoints.com
Tobacco Road Sports Cafe American dishes like “Country Frizzled & Drizzled Chicken” made with local ingredients; overlooks the Bulls’ stadium. 280 S. Mangum St.; 919-937-9909; tobaccoroadsportscafe.com
Men’s Journal named Counter Culture Coffee as one of the “25 Best Coffee Roasters in America.” The Durham-based company focuses on perfecting its coffee recipe and remaining WINNER socially, fiscally and environmentally sustainable.
Scratch Bakery Sweet and savory pastries, plus a rotating lunch menu with offerings like meatball subs and pickle plates. 111 Orange St.; 919-956-5200; piefantasy.com BR
Table South Kitchen and Bar Breakfast, lunch and dinner, located in the Durham Marriott City Center. 201 Foster St.; 919-768-6000
Saladelia Cafe Espresso and organic smoothie bar, scratch-made pastries, gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups. Dine-in or carry-out. 406 Blackwell St.; 919-687 4600; saladelia.com
Maybelle’s A barbecue and biscuit restaurant featuring Eastern N.C. pulled pork, ribs, brisket – don’t miss out on the adult milkshakes and Southern-style pies. 406 Blackwell St.; 984-219-6345 Mellow Mushroom Pizza, hoagies, calzones and salads made using fresh ingredients. 410 Blackwell St.; 919-680-8500; mellowmushroom.com/store/durham NanaSteak Offers various cuts of beef and steaks, plus other meats like salmon and tuna steaks and pastas like beef short rib ravioli. 345 Blackwell St.; 919-282-1183; nanasteak.com BR
Kanki Steak, chicken and seafood cooked on hibachi grills, plus an extensive sushi menu. Come for a show! 3504 Mt. Moriah Rd.; 919-401-6908; kanki.com Namu Restaurant and Coffee Bar Bulkogi Truck and Bo’s Kitchen food trucks combine to bring casual Korean eats, local beer, wine and specialty coffee. 5420 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-251-9794 The Refectory Cafe Dal, chili, salads and soups. 2726 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-908-6798; therefectorycafe.com BR Saltbox Seafood Joint A new, second location for the popular local seafood place. Meat delivered fresh from the Carolina coast and served griddled or fried in a straightforward manner. 2637 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-908-8970; saltboxseafoodjoint.com Sitar Indian Cuisine Homemade Indian dishes at affordable prices, with daily lunch buffets and a weekend dinner buffet. 3630 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 919-490-1326; sitar-indiancuisine.com BR Souly Vegan Cafe Vegan takes on favorites like mac ‘n’ cheese and jerk chicken, along with sides like candied yams, plantains and lentils and spinach soup. 4125 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd.; 984-219-6050