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604 at West Village604 Fernway ave. | 919.680.6333 | wareHOuSeMon-Fri • 5-10pm | Fri-Sat • 5-11pm | Sun 4-9pm

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A fine dining Italian restaurant housed in Downtown Durham’s Warehouse District. From authentic Italian cooking to a relaxed atmosphere, 604 is the perfect destination for a dinner date, a business meeting or an after-work drink with friends. $$$

Alivia’s Durham BistroWWW.AlIvIAsDurhAmbIstro.com 900 w. Main St. | 919.682.8978 | BriGHtleaF Mon-Fri • 11am-2am | Sat-Sun • 9am-3pm (Brunch), 3pm-2am Alivia’s serves weekend brunch, lunch, dinner and late night. they offer a full bar and have the best patio in Durham.

Amelia CaféWWW.AmelIAcAFe.us 905 W. Main St. | 919.683.5600 | BrightleaF Mon-Fri • 11am-9:30pm | Sat 9:30am-9:30pm

this charming Brightleaf shop offers coffees, crepes, and house made desserts, including cheesecakes, gelato, and more.

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Baba GhannoujWWW.bAbAghAnnoujDurhAm.com2200 W. Main, a140 | 919.286.6699 | Old WeSt durhaMMon-Fri • 11am-8pm | Sat 12pm-8pm | Sun 12pm-7pm Family owned and operated serving delicious mediterranean foods. our specialty is a blend of greek and lebanese meals to satisfy your cravings. $ Bali Hai Restaurant WWW.bAlIhAInc.com/ 811 9th St. | 919.416.0200 | 9th St. diStrict lunch: Mon-Sat • 11:30am-2pm | dinner: Mon-thur • 5pm-9pm Fri-Sat • 5pm-9:30pm | closed Sunday

1. grab a bowl (or two) 2. choose a sauce (sweet and sour, spicy, curry, house, or combo) 3. select vegetables and protein 4. Watch preparation of your meal 5. enjoy! serving the triangle for over 20 years. $

Banh’s Cuisine 750 9tH St. | 919.416.0200 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sat • 11 am-8 pm

the popular vegetarian special on saturdays and wednesdays only, are town favorites. Don’t miss the curry chicken turnovers. It has a chinese menu the rest of the week. cash only. $ Bar Lusconi WWW.bArlusconI.com117B e. Main St. | 919.351.9391 | Five POintS diStricttuesday – Saturday • 5pm- 1am bar lusconi is a hidden gem – a wine bar that is perfect for a pre- or post-theater drink and appetizer. they serve a small selection of meats and cheeses as well as beer and wine. $$$

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Beyù Caffé WWW.beyucAFFe.com335 W. Main St. | 919.683.1058 | dOWntOWnMon-thu • 7:30am - 10pm | Fri • 7:30am - 12am | Sat • 9:30am - 12am Sun • 9:30am - 3pm beyù combines a coffee shop, restaurant, bar, and live jazz club. serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a sunday brunch with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. $$

Blue Coffee WWW.bluecoFFeeDurhAm.com202 n. cOrcOran St. | 919.688.2233 | dOWntOWn Mon-Fri • 7am-7pm | Sat • 8am-5pm | Sun • 7am-3pm offers a selection of breakfast (until 2pm), lunch, and dinner favorites, including pancakes, burgers, and sandwiches. $ Blue Corn CafeWWW.bluecorncAFeDurhAm.com716 9tH St. | 919.286.9600 | 9tH St. diStrictMon-thu • 11:30am-9pm | Fri-Sat • 11:30am-9:30pm on ninth st since 1997! serves latin-American cuisine made with fresh, organic ingredients expertly prepared. $$

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Blu Seafood & Bar WWW.bluseAFooDAnDbAr.com2002 hillSBOrOugh rd. | 919.286.9777 | 9tH St. diStrictMon-Fri • 11am-2pm, Mon-Sat 5pm-10pm this Durham favorite has been named “Best Seafood” by the news and observer, Durham magazine, and the Indy Weekly. serves responsibly sourced seafood. reservations accepted. $$

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Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream WWW.benjerry.com609 BrOad St. | 919.416.6128 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sat • 12 pm-10 pm | Sun • 2 pm-9 pm Don’t tell your mom, but ben and jerry dropped out of college and ended up making ice cream. they’re now known for their creative flavors, fair-trade ingredients, and commitment to us-ing no gmos in their treats. $

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Bruegger’s Bagel BakeryWWW.brueggers.com 626 9tH St. | 919.286.4900 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Fri • 5:30am-5pm | Sat • 6am-5pm | Sun • 6am-5pm hot, fresh bagels and bagel sandwiches all day long. $ Bull City Burger and Brewery WWW.bullcItyburgerAnDbreWery.com107 e. ParriSh St. | 919.680.2333 | dOWntOWn Mon-thur • 11:11am-10pm | Fri-Sat • 11:11am-11pm

bcbb is unlike any burger joint you’ve ever visited. In addition to serving pasture raised beef , they brew their beer in-house, guaranteeing that your cold one didn’t travel more than a few feet from its home to your table. Bonus: they have a veggie burger designed to delight herbivores and carnivores. $ Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub WWW.bullmccAbesIrIshpub.com427 W. Main St. | 919.682.3061 | dOWntOWnOpen 11am-2am 7 days a week this friendly favorite serves the usual pub food, plus some irish fare. they have a top-notch beer list and cater to sports fans of every ilk, including rugby and soccer. $

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Chamas Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse WWW.chAmAs.us905 W. Main St, Suite 115 | 919.682.1309 | BrightleaF dinner Mon-Sat • 5:30pm-9:30pm share the traditions, culture, and food of southern brazil at chamas! offering a traditional brazilian steakhouse dining experience with gourmet hot bar accompanied by a selection of expertly prepared beef, pork, lamb, or chicken. tapas, al a carte, wine, and cocktail menus are also available. $$$ Charlie’s Pub & Grille WWW.chArlIesDurhAm.com758 9th St | 919.286.4446 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Wed • 11am-11pm | thur-Sat • 11am-2am | Sun • 12pm-11pm offers a full menu of pub favorites and a great selection of beer, wine, and spirits. catch the game one of their hD tvs! $ Chubby’s Tacos WWW.chubbystAcos.com 748 9tH St. | 919.286.4499 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sat • 11am-10pm | Sun • 11am-9pm serving fresh and reasonably priced tex-mex favorites to the Duke community since 2008. $ Cuban Revolution WWW.thecubAnrevolutIon.com318 BlackWell St. | 919.687.4300 | aMerican tOBaccO Sun-thur • 11am-12am | Fri-Sat • 11am-2am Featuring “the world’s best cuban sandwiches” as well as tapas, tropical milkshakes, and coffees. visit the full-bar featuring classic cocktails and other specialties. $

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Cosmic Cantina WWW.cosmIccAntInA.com 1920-1/2 Perry St. | 919.286.1875 | 9tH St. diStrict Open everyday 11:00am to 4:00am there’s one place to go when it’s 2am and the need for a burrito strikes – cosmic cantina. open the door on perry st, scale the steps (and become acquainted with “the love song of j. Alfred prufrock” on the way up), and enjoy! $

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Dain’s Place http://DAInsplAce.chopshAck.com754 9th St. | 919.416.8800 | 9tH St. diStrict tue-Fri • 11am-2am | Sat 9am-2am | Sun • 12pm-2am ranked as one of the 25 best college campus bars! serving over 80 American craft beers as well as a full menu of burgers and other pub favorites. $ Dales Indian CuisineWWW.DAlesInDIAncuIsIne.net/2.html 811 9tH St. | 919.286.1760 | 9tH St. diStrictMon-Fri 11am-3pm (buffet closes at 2:30pm), 5-10pm Sat-Sun 12pm-3pm (brunch), 5-10pm offering a brunch buffet with a variety of popular entrées and side choices and dinner menu, featuring a wide variety of specialties including masala, tandoori, and other lamb, seafood and chicken dishes. Delicious desserts including homemade rice pudding and other specialties. $$

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Dame’s Chicken and WafflesWWW.DAmeschIckenWAFFles.com 317 W. Main St. | 919.682.9235 | Five POintS Mon • 11am-3 pm | tue-thur • 11am-9pm | Fri 11am-10pm, Sat • 10am-10pm | Sun • 10am-3pm they didn’t invent the chicken and waffle combo, but they might have perfected it! Dame’s waffles come with flavored sweet crème butters called a “shmear.” For those less into the savory/sweet amalgamation, salads and other specialties like shrimp and grits are on the menu. $$

Devil’s Pizzeria & RestaurantWWW.DevIlspIzzerIA.com 742 9tH St. | 919-443-3089 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sat • 11:00am - 11:00pm | closed on Sundays lunch, Dinner. voted best of the triangle! serving new york style pizzas, subs, calzones, and more. $

Devine’s WWW.DevInesDurhAm.com 904 w. Main St. | 919.682.0228 | BriGHtleaF Sun-tue • 11am-1am | thur-Sat • 11am-2am Devine’s offers something for everyone! Amazing salads and delicious angus beef burgers. $

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Domino’s WWW.DomInos.com1209 W. Main St. | 919.682.3030 | duke caMPuS carryout: Mon-Fri • 10:30am-10pm | Sat-Sun • 11am-10pm delivery: Mon-tue • 10:30am-2am | Wed-Fri • 10:30am-3am, Sat • 11am-3am | Sun • 11am-1am offers pizza, pasta, chicken, and more! order by phone or online for carryout and delivery. $ Dos PerrosWWW.DosperrosrestAurAnt.com/ 200 n. ManguM | 919.956.2750 | dOWntOWnlunch: Mon-Fri • 11:30am-2:30pm | dinner: Mon-Sun • 5pm-10pm late night: Fri-Sat • 10pm-12am offers authentic mexican cuisine with a warm, lovingly designed dining experience and a 100% gluten-free kitchen. open until midnight on Fridays and saturdays. $$

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El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant WWW.hIstorIcbrIghtleAF.com/DIne/elroDeo/InDex.html905 W. Main St. | 919.683.2417 | BrightleaFMon-thu • 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm | Fri • 11am-10:30pm, Sat • 12pm-10:30pm | Sun • 12pm-9:30pm something for everyone! serving classic tex-mex fare and has a kid-friendly menu and outdoor seating. college students receive a 15% discount with school ID. $ Elmo’s Diner WWW.elmosDIner.com 776 9tH St. | 919.416.3823 | 9tH St. diStrictOpen 6:3am-10pm every day Family-friendly diner with a large selection of breakfast favorites, salads, sandwiches, and “square meals.” $

Fishmonger’shttp://FIshmongers.net806 w. Main St. | 919.682.0128 | BriGHtleaFMon-Fri 1• 1am-9:30pm | Sat • 12pm-9:30pm | Sun • 12pm-9pm offering good food at a great value, expertly prepared to your specification, served in a family-friendly casual atmosphere. check out the specials board for fantastic appetizers, entrées and homemade side dishes. kid’s menu. eat-in or carry-out. $$ Francesca’s Dessert Caffe WWW.FrAncescAscAFFe.com/706-B 9tH St. | 919-286-4177 | 9tH St. diStrictMon-Wed • 8am-10pm | thur-Sat • 8am-11pm | Sunday 10am-10pm this locally owned shop offers gourmet drinks, homemade gelato, and decadent hand crafted desserts. $

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9th Street BakeryFalafel pita sandwich & handcut sweet potato friescheck them out on page 24


Grace’s Cafe https://stuDentAFFAIrs.Duke.eDu/DInIng/venues-AnD-menus/grAces-cAFetrent hall, 2138 caMPuS dr. | 919.660.3966 | duke caMPuSSun-Fri • 10am-9pm

nestled on the first floor of the trent building near Duke south, grace’s offers fast and fresh chinese-style food. $ Hummingbird BakeryWWW.hummIngbIrD-DurhAm.com 721 BrOad St. | 919.908.6942 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sat • 8am-6pm offers homemade treats, including an array of cakes, biscuits, syrups, jams, as well as soups and sandwiches. stop by for breakfast, lunch, or a quick coffee. beer and wine are also available. $ International DelightsWWW.InternAtIonAlDelIghtsDurhAm.com 740 nintH St. | 919.286.2884 | 9tH St. diStrict tue-Sat • 11am-10pm | Sun • 11am-9pm sandwiches/subs, middle eastern, mediterranean, persian casual sandwich shop with counter service serving gyros, falafel, and other favorites. $ James Joyce WWW.jAmesjoyceIrIshpub.com912 w. Main St. | 919.683.3022 | BriGHtleaF Mon-Sat • 11:30am-2am | Sun • 12pm-2am Drop in and enjoy a sampling of pub favorites and specialties. open until 2am. $$

the cupcake Barvegan s’mores & more cupcakegive them a look on page 34

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JC’s Kitchen 706 e. Main St. | 919.680.6227 | dOWntOWnMon-Fri • 6am-6pm | Sat • 6am-2pm

jc’s kitchen, “where the food is anointed and you won’t be disappointed,” dishes out soul food six days a week. visit this local favorite and be sure to try the oxtails, bbQ, and greens! $ Jimmy John’sWWW.jImmyjohns.com/ 701 9th St. | 919.286.5383 | 9tH St. diStrict Mon-Sun • 11am-3am

Fill up fast on freshly prepared sandwiches. jimmy johns is known for its freshly baked bread and its “freaky fast” delivery. $ Lilly’s Pizza WWW.lIllyspIzzA.com810 W. PeaBOdy St. |919.797.2554 | BrightleaF Sun-thur • 11am-10pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-12am enjoy meals made with natural, local, and organic ingredients, when available. $$ Little Dipper WWW.lIttleDIpperFonDue.com/DurhAm 905 W. Main St., Suite 21a | 919.908.1023 | BrightleaF tues-Sun: Open at 5pm

order a traditonal 3-course meal with cheese appetizer, salad, and entrée or select from the dessert or al a carte menus for a lighter treat. reservations encouraged. $$-$$$

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Local 22 Kitchen and BarWWW.locAl22kItchenAnDbAr.com 2200 W. Main St. | 919.286.9755 | erWin Square Mon-Sun • 11am-2am high quality ingredients, simply prepared. serving small plates, flat bread pizzas, sandwiches, salads, even locally made soda. Full bar. $$ L’Uva WWW.luvAenotecA.com406 BlackWell St. | 919.688.8181 | aMerican tOBaccO Mon-thurs • 11am-10pm | Fri • 11am-11pm | Sat • 4pm-11pmSun • 4pm-8pm (dPac show nights only) reservations accepted.

Authentic Italian cuisine with a small weekly menu featuring local ingredients, prepared simply, with a focus of quality and freshness. Also offers Italian small production wines, wine cocktails, and a selection of beers. $$ Mad Hatter Bakeshop & CaféWWW.mADhAtterbAkeshop.com 1802 w. Main St. | 919.286.1987 | 9tH St. diStrictMon-Sat • 7am-9pm | Sun • 8am-3pm

cafe and bakery featuring baked goods and specializing in custom birthday cakes, along with savory menu items. noted for the best sunday brunch menu in Durham. Durham-based coffee roaster providing great drip and espresso coffee drinks. $ Market Street CoffeehouseWWW.mArketstcoFFee.com 714 9tH St. | 919.286.6087 |9tH St. diStrictMon-Fri • 6:30am-8pm | Sat-Sun • 7:30am-8pm serving coffee, assorted pastries, and light lunch fare. $

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MonutsWWW.monutsDonuts.com 110 e. ParriSh St. | 919.797.2634 | dOWntOWnMon-Wed • 7am-2pm | thur-Sat • 7am-5pm | Sun • 8am-3pm monuts is an independently owned bakery and cafe that specializes in handmade donuts and bagels and seasonally inspired sandwiches and soups. everything is made from scratch and by hand every morning. $ Mateo Tapas WWW.mAteotApAs.com109 W. chaPel hill St. | 919.530.8700 | Five POintStue-Fri • 11:30am-2:30pm | tue-thu • 5pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sat • 5pm-12am | Sun • 5pm-9:30 pm offers “a menu of spanish small plates with a southern inflection.” reservations accepted and encouraged. $$$

McDonald’s WWW.mcnorthcArolInA.com/11213 102 e. MOrgan St. | 919.688.3070 | dOWntOWn Sunday lobby • 5am-9pm | Monday-Sat lobby • 5am-10pm your favorite mcDonald’s treats available in Downtown Durham! $

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Grab a SPECIAL OFFER for Bull City Connector riders at one of these 9 locations!

Alivia's Durham Bistro D3Amelia Café D3Baba Ghannouj B1Bali Hai Restaurant B1Banh's Cuisine B1Beyu Caffé E4Bar Lusconi E4Blue Coffee E4Blue Corn Cafe B1Brugger's Bagel Bakery B2Bull City Burger and Brewery E4Bull McCabe's Irish Pub D4Chamas Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse D3Charlie's Pub & Grille B1Chubby's Tacos B1Cuban Revolution D4Dain's Place B1Dales Indian Cuisine B1Dame's Chicken and Waffles E4Devil's Pizzeria & Restaurant B1Domino's C3Dos Perros E4El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant D3Elmo's Diner B1Fishmonger's D3Francesca's Dessert Caffe B2Grace's Cafe A3Hummingbird Bakery C1International Delights B1James Joyce D3JC's Kitchen F5Jimmy John's B2Lilly's Pizza D3Little Dipper D3Local 22 Kitchen and Bar B1L'Uva D5

Mad Hatter Bakeshop & Café B2Market Street Coffeehouse B2Mateo Tapas D4McDonald's E3Mellow Mushroom D5Metro 8 Steakhouse B1Monuts E4Mt. Fuji D3Not Just Wings F5Papa John's D3Parizade B1 Parker and Otis D3Piazza Italia D3Pint & Plate D3Pop's D3Rainbow Chinese Restaurant D3Respite Café D3Revolution E4Rose's Meat Market and Sweet Shop D3Rue Cler E4Saladelia D5Satisfaction Restaurant & Bar D3Scratch E4Serrano Delicafé D3Starbucks A1Subway B2The Fed D3The Parlour E4The Tavern B1Tijuana Flats B2Toast E4Tobacco Road E4Torero's D3Tyler's Taproom D5Vin Rouge B1Vine Sushi and Thai B2West End Wine Bar D3Whole Foods Market B2

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Mellow Mushroom WWW.melloWmushroom.com/store/DurhAm410 BlackWell St. | 919.680.8500 | aMerican tOBaccO Mon-thur • 11am-10pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-11pm | Sun • 11:30am-9pm mellow mushroom started in the 70s with the goal of making the best pizza on the planet. have they succeeded? With their myriad offerings, you can have a lot of fun figuring that out. $$ Metro 8 Steakhouse 746 9tH St. | 919.416.1700 | 9tH St. diStrict Along with the steaks and chops that you’d find at a traditional American steakhouse, metro 8 offers dishes that reflect the chef/ owner’s Argentinean heritage. $$

Ninth St BakeryWWW.nInthstbAkery.com 136 e. chaPel hill St. | 919.286.0303 | dOWntOWnMon-Fri • 7am-5pm | Sat • 9am-9pm | closed on Sunday. An anchor business in Downtown Durham since 1992. We have a homemade, eclectic menu filled with sandwiches, and specialize in pastry and bread, along with vegan (non-dairy, non-meat) options. $

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Mt. FujiWWW.mtFujInc.com 905 W. Main St. | 919.680.4968 | BrightleaF lunch: Mon-Fri • 11am-3pm | Sat • 12pm-5pm dinner: Sun-Wed • 5pm-10pm | thu-Sat • 5pm-until offering Asian cuisine including many chinese, japanese, and thai dishes, as well as sushi and a full service bar. enjoy your meal inside or outdoors on the lovely patio. $$ Not Just Wings 102 hOOd St. | 919.682.4600 | dOWntOWnMon-thur • 11am-9pm | Fri • 11am-10pm | Sat • 11am-10pmSun • 11am-9pm

As promised, this place has more than great chicken wings. step up to the counter and try the burger or a sausage dog – you won’t be disappointed. offers take away only. $ Papa John’s WWW.orDer.pApAjohns.com1018 W. Main St. | 919.682.7272 | duke caMPuSMon-thur • 10am-2am | Fri-Sat • 10am-3am | Sun • 11am-2am pickup a pizza, wings, or other treat and have a picnic on Duke’s east campus. order online or by phone. $

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Old Havana Sandwich ShopWWW.olDhAvAnAeAts.com 310 e. Main St. | 919.667.9525 | gOvernMent tues-thurs • 11am-3pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-10 pm, Sunday Brunch • 11 am-3pm

specializing in authentic cuban sandwiches, made using local, pasture-raised heirloom breeds of pork free from added hormones or antibiotics. also offering a selection of small plates, coffees and tea, beer, wine, and sweets. $

ParizadeWWW.pArIzADeDurhAm.com 2200 W. Main St. | 919.286.9712 | erWin Squarelunch: Mon-Fri • 11:30am-2pmdinner: Mon-thur • 5:30pm-9:30pm | Fri-Sat • 5:30pm-10:30pm, Sun • 5:30pm-9:00pm offering fine mediterranean dining in the bull city for over 20 years. known for its delectable seafood and impeccable hospitality, parizade is open for lunch and dinner. reservations accepted. $$

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Parker and OtisWWW.pArkerAnDotIs.com 12 S. duke St. | 919.683.3200 | dOWntOWnMon-Sat • 7:30am-7pm | Sun • 10am-3pm An historic restaurant and gift shop offering breakfast and an exciting assortment of sandwiches. excite your tastebuds with a peanut butter, bacon and banana panini. $ Piazza Italia WWW.pIAzzAItAlIA.us905 W. Main St. # 18a | 919.956.7360 | BrightleaFMon-Sat 1 • 1:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm An authentic cucina Italiana, right here in the bull city! pizza Italia prides itself on offering excellent service, a friendly atmosphere, and meals prepared expertly and passionately. $$ Pint & PlateWWW.trIAnglebreWery.com 802 W. Main St. | 919.973.2598 | BrightleaF Mon-Sat • 4pm-12am

Intimate setting in the heart of downtown Durham with 12 Drafts & fresh cask ale. currently open as “pint”-- with “plate” opening in 2014! $$

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Monutsa different variety of donuts every day!take a look back on page 18

Pop’s WWW.pops-DurhAm.com 605 W. Main St. | 919.956.7677 | dOWntOWnMon-Fri • 11:30am-2pm | Sun-thur • 5:30pm-9pm Fri-Sat • 5:30pm-10pm using the highest quality ingredients, pop’s offers a seasonally changing menu of italian-inspired cuisine. $$ Rainbow Chinese RestaurantWWW.rAInboWDurhAm.com 910 w. Main St. | 919.688.2120 | BriGHtleaFMon-thur • 11am-10:30pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-11:30pmSun • 12pm-10pm serving the american-Chinese dishes that you crave. Msg-free. eat-in, take out, and delivery available. $ Respite Café WWW.respItecAFe.com115 n. duke St. #1a | 919.294.9737 | WarehOuSe diStrict Mon-Fri 7• :30am-8pm | Sat 8am-8pm boasting an impressive tea menu, respite also offers coffees, baked goods, and sandwiches suitable for a meal or a light snack. $

RevolutionWWW.revolutIonrestAurAnt.com 107 W. Main St. | 919.956.9999 | dOWntOWnlunch served Mon-Fri • 11:30am-2pmdinner available Mon-thur • 5pm-12am | Fri-Sat • 5pm-2amSun • 5pm-9pm

located in Downtown’s historic baldwin building, revolution’s contemporary global cuisine is known for its exceptional flavors, service, and atmosphere. reservations accepted. $$$

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Rose’s Meat Market and Sweet Shop WWW.rosesmeAtAnDsWeets.com121 n. gregSOn St. | 919.797.2233 | WarehOuSe diStricttue-Sat • 11am-7pm | Sun • 11am-5pm | closed Monday rose’s is what happens when a pastry chef and a butcher/chef combine forces. they offer a daily menu of specials with sandwiches, soup, and other offerings, plus an array of pastries and other confections. of course, If you want to prepare a special meal at home, rose’s works with local farms to source fresh, pasture-raised meats and butchers it in house. $$ Rue ClerWWW.ruecler-DurhAm.com 401 e. chaPel hill St. | 919.682.8844 | dOWntOWn restaurant: Mon-Fri • 11:30am-2pm (lunch) | tue-thur • 5:30pm-9pm Fri-Sat • 5:30pm-10pm | closed Sunday for dinner. Brunch served Sat & Sun • 10am-2pmcafé: Mon • 7:30am-3pm | tue-Fri • 7:30am-5:30pmclosed Sat & Sun

parisian-style neighborhood restaurant, bakery, and café in Downtown Durham. reservations accepted. $$ Saladelia WWW.sAlADelIA.com406 BlackWell St. | 919.687.4600 | aMerican tOBaccO Mon-Fri • am-8pm

check our twitter (@saladeliacafe) for extended hours during DpAc shows and Durham bulls events. serving an array of soups, sandwiches, mediterranean specialties, and salads. For a lighter meal or snack, we have gourmet coffee, milkshakes, and pastries. $

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Satisfaction Restaurant & BarWWW.sAtIsFActIonrestAurAnt.com 905 W. Main St. #37 | 919.682.7397 | BrightleaFMon-Sat • 11am-1am (2am on busy nights) | Sun 12pm-10pm

good food, good beer, good sports! stop by for pizza, burgers, subs, wings, a full-service bar, and tvs showing your favorite sporting events. $ Scratch WWW.pIeFAntAsy.com111 Orange St. | 919.956.5200 | dOWntOWn tues-Fri • 7:30am-4pm | Sat-Sun • 9am-3pm A seasonal bakery that offers coffees, pastries, sandwiches, soups, and more, all made with ingredients from local farms, producers, and businesses. Don’t miss the donuts muffins! $$ Serrano DelicaféWWW.FAcebook.com/serrAnoDelIcAFe 905 W. Main St. # 20h | 919.381.6407 | BrightleaFtue-thur • 9am-5pm | Fri • 9am-5pm, 11pm-3am; Sat • 10am-4pm, 11pm-3am known for their friendly staff, delicious sandwiches, and fine coffee, serrano Delicafé offers a ny-style deli right here in the Bull City. $ Starbuck’s WWW.stArbucks.com2301 erWin rd. | 919.681.9702 | duke hOSPitalMon-Fri 6am-12am, Sat-Sun 6am-10pm

pick up your favorite starbucks treat here! $

Stay & Play Snack CafeWWW.stAyAnDplAysnAckcAFe.com 405a e. chaPel hill St. | 919.275.2978 | dOWntOWn Mon-Fri • 9am-5pm | Sat 10am-5pm

Adults can relax with a cup of coffee and a snack while kids get to do what they do best — play! $

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SubwayWWW.subWAy.com 705-B 9th St. | 919.286.3030 | 9th St. diStrictSun • 9am-9pm | Mon-Fri • 7am-10pm | Sat 8am-9pm eat fresh on Ninth st! serving your favorite subs and salads. $ The Fedhttp://theFeDerAl.net 914 w. Main St. | 919.680.8611 | BriGHtleaFMon • 5pm-2am | tue-Sun 11:30am-2am A neighborhood bar with a full menu and a fantastic beer selection. $-$$ The Parlour WWW.thepArlourDurhAm.com117 Market St. | 919.564.7999 | dOWntOWntue-thur • 2pm-10pm | Fri • 2pm-11pm | Sat • 12pm-11pmSun • 12pm-10pm | closed Monday this Durham favorite offers handmade ice cream as well as non-dairy options for your vegan friends. the downtown location features house-made toppings, pastries, sodas as well as hot drinks. $

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The Cupcake BarWWW.cupcAkebArbAkery.com 101 e. chaPel hill St. | 919.816.2905 | Five POintSMon-thur 11am-8pm; Fri-Sat 11am-9pm the cupcake bar’s offerings are inspired by the owners’ favorite cocktails, but all of their flavors will appeal to even the teetotaler in your group. they use local and organic ingredients and serve different flavors daily. coffee, tea, and other beverages are also available. $$

The TavernWWW.thetAvernDurhAm.com 1900 W. MarkhaM ave. | 919.286.7665 | 9th St. diStrictMon-Wed • 11:30am-11pm | thur • 11:30am-12am Fri-Sat • 11:30am-2am | Sunday 12pm-12am serving great burgers, wings, salads, and sandwiches! pool, foosball, and darts are also available to enjoy. $

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Tijuana FlatsWWW.tIjuAnAFlAts.com/locAtIon/DurhAm 703 n. 9th St. | 919-973-6170 | 9th St. diStrictMon-thur • 11am-10pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-10:30pm | Sun • 11am-9pm

every tuesday is tijuana tuesdaze. get 2 tacos, chips & a drink for $4.99. $ Toast WWW.toAst-FIvepoInts.com345 W. Main St. | 919.683.2183 | Five POintStue-Sat • 11am-8pm | Mon • 11am-3pm | closed Sunday toast is what happens when fine-dining meets casual. offering panini (grilled sandwiches), tramezzini (cold sandwiches on white pullman bread), bruschetta, crostini, soup, and salad. $

Tobacco RoadWWW.tobAccoroADsportscAFe.com 280 S. ManguM St. | 919.937.9909 | aMerican tOBaccO Sun-thur • 11am-12am | Fri-Sat • 11am-2am

Imagine if your favorite spot to catch the game was the same place you liked to eat. that’s the concept behind tobacco road, an establishment dedicated to delivering fresh and local food, exceptional service, and infinite sports. $$ Torero’sWWW.torerosmexIcAnrestAurAnts.com 800 w. Main St | 919.682.4197 | BriGHtleaFMon-Sat • 11am-11pm | Sun • 11am-10pm

Friendly service and delicious food. torero’s serves generous portions of your favorite mexican dishes. $

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Tyler’s TaproomWWW.tylerstAproom.com 324 BlackWell St. | 919.433.0345 | aMerican tOBaccOMon • 11am-9pm | tue-thur • 11am-10pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-11pm Sun • 10am-9pm, Brunch 10am-3pm, dinner 5-9pm

Late night always runs after games and shows, times will vary but typically at least an hour. offers casual dining and 60 craft and specialty brews on tap, plus an outdoor biergarten with a fully stocked bar, 6 additional drafts, and 2 hD televisions. $$

ninth Street Bakerythai curry bowl

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Vin Rouge WWW.vInrougerestAurAnt.com2010 hillSBOrOugh rd. | 919.416.0466 | 9th St. diStrict tue-thur • 5:30pm-10pm | Fri-Sat • 5:30pm-11pm Sunday Brunch • 10:30am-2pm | Sun • 5:30pm-9pm Prix Fixe Menu offered Tue, Wed, Thur, Sun 5:30pm-6:30pm this inviting and authentic bistro brings the tastes of southern France to the bull city. reservations accepted. $$ Vine Sushi and ThaiWWW.vInesushIAnDthAI.com 607 BrOad St. | 919.294.8382 | 9th St. diStrictMon-thur • 11am-10:30pm | Fri-Sat • 11am-11pm | Sun • 12pm-10pm serves japanese cuisine with a thai and chinese influence. sushi is prepared by experienced chefs using fresh and high quality ingredients. $$

West End Wine Bar WWW.WestenDWInebAr.com601 W. Main St. | 919.381.4228 | WarehOuSe diStrictMon, Sun • 4pm-1am | tue-Sat • 4pm-2am offers extensive wine menu and a tapas menu. $-$$$ Whole Foods Market WWW.WholeFooDsmArket.com/stores/DurhAm621 BrOad St. | 919.286.2290 | 9th St. diStrictMon-Sun • 7am-9pm offers organic and ethically prepared foods for when you need good food fast. $$

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