The Unity House Guidebook
Food scene
Great farm-to-table food with a view overlooking Durham Bulls stadium
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Tobacco Road Sports Cafe
280 South Mangum StreetGreat farm-to-table food with a view overlooking Durham Bulls stadium
One of the best sushi restaurants in the entire Triangle. You can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Reservations recommended especially on weekends.
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M Sushi
311 Holland StOne of the best sushi restaurants in the entire Triangle. You can't go wrong with anything on their menu. Reservations recommended especially on weekends.
Some of the best authentic ramen in the US, let alone NC. Located off the beaten path and next door to M Sushi.
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M Kokko
311 Holland StSome of the best authentic ramen in the US, let alone NC. Located off the beaten path and next door to M Sushi.
World-renowned locally owned restaurant offering Southern cuisine in a hip setting. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
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Dame's Chicken & Waffles
530 Foster StWorld-renowned locally owned restaurant offering Southern cuisine in a hip setting. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
One of the best places to belly up and mingle with the locals over generously poured drinks & delicious bar food. Located on 9th St near Duke's east campus.
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Dain's Place
754 9th StOne of the best places to belly up and mingle with the locals over generously poured drinks & delicious bar food. Located on 9th St near Duke's east campus.
Owned by James Beard award-winning Best Chef in the Southeast Ricky Moore, this restaurant offers the top shelf of North Carolina seafood. We've had nearly the entire menu and have enjoyed all of it.
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Saltbox Seafood Joint
608 N Mangum StOwned by James Beard award-winning Best Chef in the Southeast Ricky Moore, this restaurant offers the top shelf of North Carolina seafood. We've had nearly the entire menu and have enjoyed all of it.
Arguably the best soul food in Durham. We recommend the wings, greens and mac & cheese. Takeout is more ideal than dine-in due to limited seating.
Let's Eat Soul Food
2514 Fayetteville StreetArguably the best soul food in Durham. We recommend the wings, greens and mac & cheese. Takeout is more ideal than dine-in due to limited seating.
Awesome coffee house with breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner on Main St in the heart of downtown Durham. Live music on select nights as well. Best latte in the city.
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Beyú Caffè
341 W Main StAwesome coffee house with breakfast/brunch/lunch/dinner on Main St in the heart of downtown Durham. Live music on select nights as well. Best latte in the city.
Breweries
Local Durham breweries
Nearby taproom & brewery with a great selection of beers. Dog & family friendly location.
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Hi-Wire Brewing - Durham
800 Taylor StNearby taproom & brewery with a great selection of beers. Dog & family friendly location.
Nearby brewery with rotating tap selections
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Ponysaurus Brewing Company
219 Hood StNearby brewery with rotating tap selections
Located across the street from Dame's Chicken & Waffles and The Durham Food Hall. Great place to grab a cold one while enjoying delicious dining options nearby.
The Glass Jug Beer Lab - Downtown Durham
545 Foster StreetLocated across the street from Dame's Chicken & Waffles and The Durham Food Hall. Great place to grab a cold one while enjoying delicious dining options nearby.
Great brewery with a ultra hip vibe and several nearby food options located at University Hill.
Gizmo Brew Works - Durham Taproom
3109 Shannon RoadGreat brewery with a ultra hip vibe and several nearby food options located at University Hill.
Sightseeing
Absolutely beautiful, serene gardens adjacent to Duke's main campus. Wear comfy shoes and take your camera.
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Iziko lezithole zeSarah P. Duke
420 Anderson StAbsolutely beautiful, serene gardens adjacent to Duke's main campus. Wear comfy shoes and take your camera.
One of the best options for getting outdoors without venturing out of the city. Don't miss the mills or swimming at Few's Ford.
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West Point kwi-Eno
5101 N Roxboro StOne of the best options for getting outdoors without venturing out of the city. Don't miss the mills or swimming at Few's Ford.
If you're into aviation you can get a front seat to all the action at Raleigh-Durham International Airport from the RDU Observation Deck.
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RDU Observation Deck
West International DriveIf you're into aviation you can get a front seat to all the action at Raleigh-Durham International Airport from the RDU Observation Deck.
Less than a 10-minute walk from the house, this park has a playground, walking trails and indoor recreation center.
Campus Hills Park
2000 South Alston AvenueLess than a 10-minute walk from the house, this park has a playground, walking trails and indoor recreation center.
Formerly owned by the Duke family for drying and processing tobacco, the warehouses were converted to offices, restaurants and shops to create one of the top attractions in downtown Durham. Plenty of sightseeing and things to do nearby.
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I-Amerika Tobacco Campus
300 Blackwell StFormerly owned by the Duke family for drying and processing tobacco, the warehouses were converted to offices, restaurants and shops to create one of the top attractions in downtown Durham. Plenty of sightseeing and things to do nearby.