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.
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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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    • 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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    • 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
       Festival Centre, 3405 Hillsborough Rd, Suite E
      (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 Street at The Streets at Southpoint, I-40 Exit
      (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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    • Millennium Hotel Durham
       2800 Campus Walk Ave, US Hwy 15-501, Exit 108-A
      (919) 383-8575
      The manor-style manse at Millennium Durham houses comfortable accommodations and an exceptional staff. The service here reaches new heights in gracious hospitality. Services include a concierge, safe deposit boxes, express checkout, a gift shop, free parking, vending machines, turndown service, wake-up service, and 24-hour front desk. For a nominal fee there is a local shuttle for guests to move around the surrounding area easily. Contemporary-style Italian cuisine is served at Bel Gusto. The lobby lounge and bar, the Varsity Lounge, has a fireplace, cozy seating, and a variety of drinks to choose from.
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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
      Open M-Su. Types of music include Faith-based.
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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
      (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 (corner of Broad St and Markham)
      (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
      (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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    • Triangle Dance Studio
       2603 S Miami Blvd
      (919) 598-3265
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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
      (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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