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Durham, NC
Best Lunch (Restaurants)
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Cosmic Cantina and Lounge |
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1920 Perry St, Durham 27705-4810 • 919-286-1875 |
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Many may debate the claims made by this restaurant that they serve the best Mexican food on the planet, but one can't deny that the food here is pretty darn good! Over-stuffed burritos and tacos, Mexican and microbrew beers, smoothies and margaritas can be enjoyed inside or on the rooftop terrace well into the wee hours of the morning. After dinner, head down to the ultra-chic lounge where you can enjoy a cognac, single malt scotch, port or other premium libation. There's also a small stage that hosts local talents on the weekends. |
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User Rating: 6.25 / 10
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Fairview Dining Room |
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3001 Cameron Blvd Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, Durham 27705 • 919-490-0999 |
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Located on the grounds of the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club, this luxurious dining room features windows and a terrace facing the greens. Guests marvel at intriguing creations such as sea scallops with lobster orzo, lemon asparagus and champagne sweet corn cream. If that's not enough, an impressive white peach mousse parfait with sour cream pound cake, Bing cherry compote and Chantilly cream appears on the dessert list. Come on the weekend to indulge in a leisurely brunch, complete with live jazz. |
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George's Garage |
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737 9th St, Durham 27705-4802 • 919-286-4131 |
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A market, restaurant, and bar, George's has something for virtually everyone. The market features gourmet foods and take-out versions of the restaurant menu, which are perfect for those days when time is at a premium. Seafood is the focus, and the huge lunch buffet (which is priced by the pound!) attracts legions of fans from the surrounding offices. Evenings see more student traffic, and crowds gather at the sushi bar as soon as it opens. The bar is a popular after-work gathering spot, and features live music on weekends. |
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Kim Son |
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2425 Guess Rd, Durham 27705 • 919-416-9009 |
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If you have a passion for authentic Vietnamese food or if you're just a vegetarian tired of the same old salads offered at most restaurants, then Kim Son will make you feel as though you've died and gone to heaven. This family-run restaurant doesn't offer much in the way of ambience, but it does offer what matters most – great food at reasonable prices. A popular hangout for professionals and the health-conscious diners. |
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Mad Hatter's Bake Shop |
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1802 W Main St First Union Plaza, Durham 27705 • 919-286-1987 |
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Popular with Duke University students and faculty, this shop and café offers freshly baked breads, muffins, and desserts to eat in or take home. Breakfast offerings include Belgian waffles, croissant French toast, and eggs Benedict. The menu includes a wide variety of lunch and dinner options as well, such as Pacific Rim noodle bowl, homemade soups, Muffuletta sandwich, gourmet chicken salad, and wraps and pizzas. |
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Papas Grill |
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1821 Hillandale Rd, Durham 27705 • 919-383-8502 |
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Family-owned and operated, this fine dining room takes a departure from the stereotypical, casual ethnic eatery. While the tasty selection of mezze (appetizers) is definitely worth sampling, the main emphasis is on delicately prepared main courses and accompanying wines. The kitchen staff boasts an exquisite chicken breast crepinette, stuffed with prosciutto di parma, baby spinach and feta cheese, and served with citrus parsley saffron risotto and port wine mint reduction. Choose among wines from Greece, Italy, France and the US. |
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Parizade |
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2200 W Main St Erwin Square, Durham • 919-286-9712 |
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A colorful fantasy-like painting adorns the ceiling of this unusual dining room, and thick red pillars, strands of Christmas tree lights and a metallic lantern overhead add to the vibrant design. Diners fill closely pack tables and feast on interesting Med-inspired bites from wild mushroom risotto with porcini cream to pork loin with fennel rosemary crust, apricot honey sauce and olive oil mashed potatoes. While a variety of sweet bites and after dinner drinks are available, the chocolate Tia Maria caramel torte, prepared with Belgian chocolate, macadamia nuts pecans and coconut, is not to be missed. |
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Sitar India Palace |
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3117 Shannon Rd, Durham 27707 • 919-490-1326 |
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SOUTHWEST DURHAM. Whether vegetarian or just a lover of authentic Indian cuisine, you'll absolutely fall in love with this place. A favorite among food critics and diners alike, Sitar has an extensive menu that will appeal to most everyone. You can't go wrong with a dish such as Chicken Kashmiri, Beef Vindaloo, Saag Paneer, or Navratan Korma. For those who are new to Indian fare, Sitar's offers lunch and dinner buffets on Friday and Saturday where you can sample a little of everything to find out what you like best. |
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User Rating: 10 / 10
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Tosca Ristorante Italiano |
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604 W Morgan St, Durham 27701 • 919-680-6333 |
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Tasteful and refined, this Italian kitchen boasts a lineup of desirable pastas. Munch on the bruschetta while you await your spaghetti carbonara, flavored with pancetta, eggs and olive oil, or linguini frutti di mare in a spicy red sauce. In addition, a daily catch and several notable meat dishes, including a 12-oz veal chop finished in a green peppercorn and marsala demi glaze, grace the menu. An admirable wine list and pleasing selection of desserts should not be overlooked. Live jazz Wednesday nights. |
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