Originally Posted by
Dr. Rosenrosen
I’m a foodie so forgive my focus on... food. IMO, “musts” in Durham include:
M Sushi - perhaps the best sushi I’ve ever eaten, no kidding ($$$$)
M Kokko - small adjoining restaurant, crowded b/c they serve THE BEST chicken wings you’ll ever eat ($$)
Rue Cler - I slightly prefer it over Vin Rouge but both are excellent ($$/$$$)
Taberna Tapas - I much prefer over the very crowded and over-rated Mateo ($$/$$$)
Gonza Tacos - mmm, mmm ($)
NanaSteak - pretty amazing steakhouse ($$$$)
The Parlour - for ice cream and to experience the main downtown square
Alley Twenty-Six - excellent spot for drinks, across the street from M Sushi
Durham Hotel rooftop - don’t expect great drinks or service but the view is cool
Elmo’s Diner - a Durham staple, for breakfast, very crowded on weekends ($)
Dames Chicken & Waffles - ditto
LocoPops - unique local frozen treats, LOVE the Mexican chocolate pop
Wow, I’m hungry!
It’s amazing to me to read this list. I graduated in 2003 (and haven’t been back since homecoming the fall after I graduated) and aside from Elmo’s (and Vin Rouge, which was maybe a year or two old at the time) I dont’ think a single place on that list existed when I was in school. The thought that Durham would be a major foodie destination is not consistent with my recollection of what town was like 15 years ago. In short, I feel old.
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