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Restaurants Near You in Durham, NC
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Durham, NC by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Nikos with a 4.7-star rating from 860 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Guglhupf Restaurant and Mezcalito Durham Inc. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Durham is 4.5 stars from 1,314 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Durham range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Local 22 Kitchen & Bar
Local 22 Kitchen & Bar stands out as the best overall because it consistently earns top rankings for its innovative Southern comfort food, craft cocktails, and vibrant atmosphere.
Most Reviewed
Nikos
A high review count indicates broad customer satisfaction and a proven track record, making it a reliable choice for visitors.
When choosing a restaurant in Durham, consider your dining style: Local 22 offers a trendy upscale experience, Nikos provides classic Greek diner comfort, and Lulu Bang Bang delivers creative Asian fusion—check peak hours for shorter waits.
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20
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4.5★
Avg rating
1,314
Avg reviews
Jul 4, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Restaurants
Accumulates 4.7 stars from 860 highly positive Google reviews.
BrightLeaf Square, 905 W Main St Unit 21B, Durham, NC 27701, USABoasts a solid 4.6-star rating from nearly 4,000 Google reviews.
2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USADurham diners rate this restaurant 4.6 stars from over 2,900 reviews.
706 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701, USARestaurants Rankings in Durham, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | NikosBrightLeaf Square, 905 W Main St Unit 21B, Durham, NC 27701, USA | 4.7★ | 860 |
| #2 | Guglhupf Restaurant2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707, USA | 4.6★ | 3,912 |
| #3 | Mezcalito Durham Inc706 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701, USA | 4.6★ | 2,912 |
| #4 | Local 22 Kitchen & Bar2200 W Main St, Durham, NC 27705, USA | 4.5★ | 1,259 |
| #5 | Durham Food Hall530 Foster St Suite 1, Durham, NC 27701, USA | 4.4★ | 646 |
| #6 | Firebirds Wood Fired Grill8030 Renaissance Pkwy #910, Durham, NC 27713, USA | 4.3★ | 2,499 |
| #7 | NanaSteak345 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701, USA | 4.6★ | 881 |
| #8 | It's A Southern Thing - Downtown Durham605 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701, USA | 4.2★ | 1,805 |
| #9 | Juju Durham737 9th St #210, Durham, NC 27705, USA | 4.5★ | 1,415 |
| #10 | Lulu Bang Bang5418 Page Rd, Durham, NC 27703, USA | 4.4★ | 938 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Durham
A popular Durham restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 1,200 Google reviews.
2200 W Main St, Durham, NC 27705, USA
4.4 stars from over 640 Google reviews highlight a consistently solid local dining choice.
530 Foster St Suite 1, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from nearly 2,500 Google reviews.
8030 Renaissance Pkwy #910, Durham, NC 27713, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 881 Google reviews, this Durham restaurant is a local favorite.
345 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
A solid 4.2-star average from over 1,800 Google reviews reflects consistent local popularity.
605 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
4.5 stars from over 1,400 reviews highlight consistent local popularity.
737 9th St #210, Durham, NC 27705, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from nearly 1,000 Google reviews, this Durham restaurant is a reliable choice.
5418 Page Rd, Durham, NC 27703, USA
Hundreds of Google reviewers give this Durham restaurant a strong 4.6-star average rating.
810 N Mangum St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from 384 reviews, a consistently popular dining choice in Durham.
1920 Chapel Hill Rd, Durham, NC 27707, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews in Durham.
1200 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Durham diners give this restaurant a 4.5-star rating from over 1,300 reviews.
644 Foster St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
4.5 stars from over 1,100 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.
2200 W Main St, Durham, NC 27705, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from nearly a thousand Google reviews.
107 W Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from nearly 850 Google reviews in Durham.
325 W Main St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Rated 4.6 stars from over 800 Google reviews, this Durham restaurant is highly recommended.
105 S Mangum St Unit #1, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 750 Google reviews.
111 Corcoran St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Rated 4.5 stars from over 300 Google reviews, this Durham restaurant is well-loved.
300 Morris St Suite 103, Durham, NC 27701, USA
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Restaurants in Durham, NC — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nikos | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 860 |
| 2 | Guglhupf Restaurant | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 3,912 |
| 3 | Mezcalito Durham Inc | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,912 |
| 4 | Local 22 Kitchen & Bar | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,259 |
| 5 | Durham Food Hall | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 646 |
| 6 | Firebirds Wood Fired Grill | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 2,499 |
| 7 | NanaSteak | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 881 |
| 8 | It's A Southern Thing - Downtown Durham | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 1,805 |
| 9 | Juju Durham | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,415 |
| 10 | Lulu Bang Bang | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 938 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions — Restaurants in Durham
How do I find the best restaurants in Durham?
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: July 4, 2026.
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