Nightlife

All People's Grill

6122 Guess Rd
(919) 620-9591
Live blues Saturday nights starting at 9 p.m.
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Armadillo Grill Taproom - Duke University

Science Dr, Bryan Center, Duke University West Campus
(919) 660-3937
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Blu Seafood and Bar

2002 Hillsborough Rd, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-9777
Upscale, casual seafood with innovative regional classics. Open for lunch and dinner M-Sa. Closed Sunday.
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BLUE Sports Bar & Grille at The Hilton Durham

3800 Hillsborough Rd, I-85 Exit 173
(919) 383-8033
Sports-themed bar and grille, serving lunch and dinner. Shuffle-board, pool, NTN trivia, 12 Hi-Definition (HDTV) wide-screen plasma/LCD monitors, and two 12-foot projection televisions.
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Broad Street Café

1116 Broad St, Ninth Street District
(919) 416-9707
Curl up in cozy chairs and enjoy a latte, espresso, chai, or tea along with a slice of pie or cheesecake. Also offers wine, beer, sandwiches, soups, and live music six evenings a week. Open Tu-We 11am-11pm, Th 11am-12am, Fr-Sa 11am-2am, Su 4pm-10pm.
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Bull City Headquarters

723 N. Mangum, Old Five Points
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Bull City Riders Clubhouse

1311 S Roxboro St
(919) 682-5660
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Carolina Ale House

3911 Chapel Hill Blvd, South Square Shopping Center
(919) 490-2001
"Recognized as ""One of the Best Beer Selections in the Triangle"" by Metro Bravo Award 2006 & 2007. American style cuisine. "
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Charlie's Neighborhood Bar & Grille

758 Ninth St, Ninth St District
(919) 286-4446
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City Beverage

4810 Hope Valley Rd, Hope Valley Pointe Shopping Ctr
(919) 401-6500
Purple and orange polka-dotted walls, vintage records, and wooden masks adorn this retro hangout. Lounge and restaurant offers coffee, cocktails, and cuisine.
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Cosmic Cantina

1920-1/2 Perry St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-1875
Mexican cuisine.All the basics are served: burritos, tacos, quesadillas, plus a selection of vegetarian options and a daily special.
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Devine's Restaurant and Sports Bar

904 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 682-0228
Serving traditional pub fare, including sandwiches, burgers, salads, chicken, and desserts. All ABC permits, and seating inside and outside. Nineteen televisions and live rock & roll, blues music on Wed. and Thu.
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Down Under Pub

802 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 682-0039
Down Under Pub, Hours: M-Sa, 11:30am-2am; Sa-Su, 12pm-2amTypes of music include Rock and Roll, Blues, RandB/Jazz, Folk. Also includes billiards/darts
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Doyle's Sports Bar

3219 Old Chapel Hill Rd #A
(919) 419-9791
Open F-Sa
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Duke Coffeehouse

Crowell Building, East Campus, Duke University
(919) 684-4069
Open M-Su. Types of music include Rock and Roll, Folk.
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Fairview Restaurant & Bull Durham Bar

3001 Cameron Blvd, Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
(919) 493-6699
The Four-Diamond restaurant and its executive chef Jason Cunningham are most noted for "regional neo-American" specialties. Fairview's award-winning wine list offers a vast and varied selection of the finest vintages.
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Federal

914 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 680-8611
"In addition to the regular menu, Lots of daily specials that include great soups, salads, entrees and desserts all made in the kitchen. "
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Francesca's Dessert Caffe

706-B Ninth St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-4177
Durham's oldest coffee house. Serving Counter Culture Coffee, with gelato and sorbetto made onsite, as well as pastries from Francesca's own bakery.
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George's Garage

737 Ninth St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-4131
Recognized by Meridian Magazine as "arguably the best sushi bar in the Triangle area." George's, the namesake of restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias, features a variety of cuisines with an emphasis on seafood and steak.
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Ideas! Coffee House

5607 NC Hwy 55, The Bentley Ridge Complex, I-40 Exit 278
(919) 405-4140
Gourmet coffee, sandwiches, milkshakes, teas, frappes, and sodas. Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee brewed on Wednesdays.
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James Joyce Irish Pub

912 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 683-3022
Types of music include blues and Irish folk.
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Jump Shots Billiards Studio

3405 Hillsborough Rd, Ste E, Festival Centre
(919) 384-0000
Thirteen pool tables, videogames, and air hockey. Open M-Su, 12pm-2am
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Laluna Night Club

3400 Westgate Dr, Westgate Shopping Center
(919) 493-7208
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Maggiano's Little Italy

8030 Renaissance Pkwy, Main St at The Streets at Southpoint, I-40 Exit 276
(919) 572-0070
Traditional, family-style restaurant combining old and new world Southern Italian fare. Reservations recommended. Martini night every Thursday. Live music in piano bar M-Sa.
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Main Street - The Streets At Southpoint

Fayetteville Rd at I-40
(919) 806-2071
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MarVell Event Center

119 W Main St
(919) 688-0975
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Papa Mojos Roadhouse

5410-Y Highway 55, Greenwood Commons Shopping Center, I-40, Exit 278
(919) 361-2222
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Papas Grille

1821 Hillandale Rd, Loehmann's Plaza Shopping Center, I-85 Exit 174-A
(919) 383-8502
Winner of the Distinguished Restaurants of North America’s 2006 Award of Excellence, Papas Grille serves Hellenic and Mediterranean-rim cuisine and ensures that every facet of the dining experience from the silverware and place settings to the wait staff and cuisine is impeccable.
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Parizade

2200 W Main St, Erwin Square
(919) 286-9712
According to Southern Living, "The doors open into a fantasy world the menu whirls you through the Mediterranean. The ebullient atmosphere reflects the personality of longtime Durham restaurateur Giorgios Bakatsias." Restaurant closes weekdays between 2:30 and 5:30pm.
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Parker and Otis

112 S Duke St, Peabody Place, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 683-3200
Gourmet restaurant, coffee shop, and wine/beer retailer located at Peabody Place in Downtown's historic Brightleaf District. Open for breakfast and lunch M-Sa and lunch Su.
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Pizza Palace

3218 Guess Rd
(919) 620-9700
African Americans On Wheels said of Durham's oldest pizzeria, The veggies were fresh; the crust’s texture was just right. Also serving a full menu of appetizers, traditional Italian dinner plates, salads, and sandwiches. Live music and karaoke weekly.
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Quorum Lounge at the Radisson Hotel RTP

150 Park Dr, at Davis Dr, I-40 Exit 280
(919) 549-8631
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Sacred Grounds Coffeehouse

2700 N Roxboro Rd
(919) 220-2458
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Saladelia Cafe

4201 University Dr, Ste 100
(919) 489-5776
Types of music include R&B, jazz.
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Satisfaction Restaurant, Bar and Pizza Delivery

905 W Main St, Brightleaf District, Downtown Durham
(919) 682-7397
Offers darts.
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Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center

4700 Emperor Blvd, I-40 Exit 282
(919) 941-5050
This hotel is located 4.5 miles from the RDU International Airport, directly off Interstate 40. All guest rooms include: AM/FM alarm clock, coffee/tea Maker, iron/ironing board, in-room movies, express check-out, data port, television with cable, and voicemail.
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Shooters II

827 W Morgan St, Downtown Durham
(919) 680-0428
Beach, blues, country, hip-hop/rap, rock & roll. Open F-Sa, 8pm-2am.
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Sirens Lounge

1803 W Markham Ave, Ninth St District
(919) 416-6684
Professionals young and old mix with students and hipsters, whether seeking an after-dinner cocktail or a memorable evening with friends. Caters to the early evening and late night crowds in a fresh, diverse, and trendy setting. Tuesdays: Down-Temp & House; Wednesday: 80's music; Thursday, Friday, Saturday: Top 40, R&B, hip-hop.
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Spartacus Restaurant

4139 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd
(919) 489-2848
Accommodations for medium to large size groups available for late night events (DJ, Band, etc.). Live music Friday and Saturday nights.
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Steel Blue

1426 S Miami Blvd, Ste A
(919) 596-5876
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Sunset Grille

5850 Fayetteville Rd, Sutton Station
(919) 544-8585
Serving a full menu of American cuisine, including seafood, steaks, burgers, wraps, and pizzas. Appetizers and nightly drink specials.
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Talk of the Town

108 E Main St, Downtown Durham
(919) 682-7747
Step into the "Talk of the Town" to enjoy grown-up entertainment in Downtown Durham. It's a warm spot with hardwood floors and exposed brick walls covered with paintings and photo of local athletes and celebrities. Take your choice of one of the tables lining the walls or grab a seat at the bar. Depending on the night, the "Talk of the Town" features live music, a DJ or both as the adjoining mirror-lined room is pressed into use. Open W-F, 5pm-2am; Sa, 8pm-2am.
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Teasers Men's Club (ADULT)

315 W Main St, Downtown Durham
(919) 683-2737
Adult entertainment. Open 7pm-2am, 7 nights a week.
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The Bullpen at the Durham Marriott At The Civic Center

201 Foster St, Downtown Durham
(919) 768-6702
Serving American fare, it is open for dinner and offers nightly specials with a limited menu.
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The Green Room

1108 Broad St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-2359
Open M-Sa, 3pm-2am; Su, 7pm-2am; sports bar offering billiards, foos ball, and more.
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The Know Book Store & Restaurant

2520 Fayetteville St
(919) 682-7223
Oldest black-owned bookstore in the state. Full-service bookstore specializing in African-American literature and periodicals Connecting restaurant serves traditional Southern fare, including jerk chicken and seafood.
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The Lounge at the Cosmic Cantina

1920-1/2 Perry St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-1875
Open M-Su. Types of music include R&B, jazz, blues.
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The Mad Hatter's Café and Bake Shop

1802 W Main St, Ninth Street District
(919) 286-1987
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The Original Q-Shack

2510 University Dr
(919) 402-4227
If chili-rubbed sliced brisket, hand-pulled pork, smoked turkey, and ribs aren't enough, the desserts "expertly prepared by two serious pastry chefs take this barbecue restaurant to another level," says Southern Living.
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TOSCA Ristorante Italiano & Wine Bar

604 W Morgan St, West Village, Downtown Durham
(919) 680-6333
Tosca Ristorante Italiano, named after a favorite Italian opera, serves traditional central and southern Italian cuisine in a casually elegant atmosphere.
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Tyler's Restaurant and Taproom & The SpeakEasy

324 Blackwell St, Washington Bldg, American Tobacco Campus, Downtown Durham
(919) 433-0345
Serving classic pub fare like fish and chips and shepherd's pie, as well as like baseball-cut steak, peel-and-eat shrimp, and BBQ salmon. Taproom offers selection of 50 beers. Indoor and outdoor seating.
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Vin Rouge French Café & Wine Bar

2010 Hillsborough Rd, Ninth Street District
(919) 416-0406
Named one of Durham’s best restaurants by The Boston Globe and given 3-1/2 stars by The Raleigh News & Observer, the French bistro Vin Rouge offers provincial cooking and an extensive wine selection.
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Visions

711 Rigsbee Ave
(919) 688-3002
Private club with lesbian clientele featuring full bar, dance floor, and billiards. Open Th-Su. Types of music include rock & roll, DJ/house.
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Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club

3001 Cameron Blvd, US Hwy 15-501 Bypass Exit 107
(919) 490-0999
The Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, on the campus of Duke University and just minutes from Research Triangle Park, Downtown Durham and RDU International Airport, is one of North Carolina's most celebrated hotels. The Inn is known for its luxurious facilities, internationally recognized service, excellent cuisine, and superior banquet facilities. The Inn stands among the tall Carolina pines, overlooking the Duke University golf course. Join us for business or pleasure. Experience a true Carolina treasure.
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West 94th Street Pub

4711 Hope Valley Rd, I-40 Exit 274
(919) 403-0025
Pub offering Acoustic, R&B, Jazz, and Folk music entertainment.
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West End Tavern

1647 Cole Mill Rd
(919) 383-9392
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Ye Old Tavern

5504 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, I-40 Exit 270
(919) 493-5957
Serving a menu of burgers, hot dogs, chicken wings, and appetizers, as well as nightly drink specials and full ABC permits. Live music on Fridays. Darts, pool tables, Golden Tee, and foosball. Big-screen TV and other TVs for sports.
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