Places to Eat
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Food is a distinctive highlight to a visit to Durham. In fact, Durham boasts some of North Carolina's most notable chefs and restaurants. More than 300 restaurants can be found in Durham, with fare ranging from good ol' North Carolina barbecue to grilled steaks to fresh seafood and with styles ranging from traditional favorites to more exceptional fare, such as Caribbean, Ethiopian, and Middle or Far Eastern.
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Celebrated Cuisine Restaurants
Durham's most widely acclaimed chefs and eateries - Regionally or nationally reviewed, not part of a chain, and independently-owned. Noted for unique regional cuisine or a custom menu designed by a Durham chef.
Resident Favorites
Selected by Durhamites in an annual survey - Durham residents and non-residents working in Durham selected these local restaurants as their favorites in an annual survey. Durhamites voted for favorites in 10 categories—including favorite barbecue, breakfast, and sushi.
Winner's Circle
Participating restaurants in Durham, N.C. - Winner's Circle is a statewide healthy dining initiative that helps consumers select nutritious choices when eating away from home.
Breathe Easy Durham
Smoke-free restaurants in Durham, N.C. - By recognizing smoke-free establishments, the Durham County Tobacco Prevention Coalition strives to reduce youth initiation, access, and exposure to tobacco in Durham County.
Restaurant Values
Special values, offers, and discounts at Durham restaurants.
