Nana's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

1. Nana's

8.4
2514 University Dr (at Durham-Chapel Hill Rd), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Madina K.Madina Kassengaliyeva: Very good food and lovely service! Try the rabbit, which balances savory and sweet.

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Try the Risotto with Veal Breast, Butternut Squash, English Peas and Sage. Read more.

Randall R.Randall Robinson: Probably one of the best restaurants in the Triangle!!!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

2. The Cheesecake Factory

8.5
8030 Renaissance Pkwy Ste 950 (at the Streets at Southpoint), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Dettra K.Dettra Keys: Louisiana Chicken and Pasta is Amazing! My favorite since 2005!

Amy D.Amy Dobrzynski: The red velvet cheesecake is my absolute favorite.

Tyrone W.Tyrone Wright: OMG This Place Has The Best Cheesecake EVER!!! Just So Damn Expensive. LOL

City Barbeque is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

3. City Barbeque

8.6
208 West N Carolina 54, Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Stephni H.Stephni Hill: Love the BBQ chicken and corn pudding

Monique B.Monique Brown: Good BBQ, best in Triangle. Greens are the real deal. Prices just right. Saving as a favorite.

Landry J.Landry Jarvis: Easy to-go order service. Food was delicious.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

4. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

8.6
8030 Renaissance Parkway (in the Streets of Soutpoint), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 50 tips and reviews

Robert P.Robert Page: Best hamburger in the Triangle area. May be the best hamburger anywhere.

Jim D.Jim Dearing: Great food and nice bar, love the BLT salad!!

Erica S.Erica Stone Gilbert: Be careful! Had a gift card stolen at this location.

Ted's Montana Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

5. Ted's Montana Grill

8.4
6911 Fayetteville Rd (at Renaissance Center), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews

Ken P.Ken Priest: Bison burgers, all sides great

James D.James Darville: 9oz salmon was delicious! Service at the bar was just right! Christina was great!

Elisha Gutloff, M.Elisha Gutloff, More Than Your Realtor: Salt and pepper trout, can't go wrong!

University Club is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

6. University Club

8.2
3100 Tower Blvd Ste 1700, Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

Alex V.Alex Vill: Everything here is delicious! Had my wedding rehearsal dinner here and it was spectacular

Michael O.Michael Oberle: Amazing view if you can get up here. It let's you see how green Durham is.

David B.David Bradley: The U Club serves the most delicious waffles in the world and Sam provides the best service ever.

The Refectory Cafe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

7. The Refectory Cafe

8.1
2726 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd (at Lexington St), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews

Frydel S.Frydel S Uchitelle: Great place to have diner and chill. Loved the vegan chili, kale salad and the vegan key lime pie!! Ordered the tacos, dish was missing salsa, provided upon request and no avocado, lime or cilantro.

Lance L.Lance L.: Not overcrowded at all. Quick service and decent prices. Desserts are great!

Samuel H.Samuel Hulbert: Veggie omelet with sweet potato and Gouda cheese!

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

8. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

7.9
3703 Hillsborough Rd. I-85 & Cole Mill Rd., Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Daniel A.Daniel Ace: The food is great. Prices are reasonable and senior-friendly. If you're looking for a quiet meal, you won't find quiet at a Cracker Barrel.

Stephen W.Stephen Wesner: The Sunday special chicken is delicious! Highly recommended.

Porschia H.Porschia Holmes: MOMma'S pancake breakfast

Page Road Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

9. Page Road Grill

8.2
5416 Page Rd, Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Ilse O.Ilse Ortega: Nice local beers, awesome freshly baked bread with pimiento spread!

Becca F.Becca F: You can order beers in 3 different sizes (16, 12, & 4 oz!) & there's a great tap list!

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Try the addictive shrimp and corn hushpuppies, served with a warm pimento cheese dip. Read more.

Bennett Pointe Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

10. Bennett Pointe Grill

7.5
4625 Hillsborough Rd (Sparger Road), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Michael S.Michael Snipes: Get there early for lunch before the older crowds get there with their big groups! Best shrimp and grits!

Stephanie W.Stephanie Watson: A little old lady makes all their dessert!! The Italian cream cake is heaven sent!!!

Jesse Y.Jesse Yoxheimer: Ryan is the best! :)

Home Plate Southern Cooking is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

11. Home Plate Southern Cooking

7.5
3327 Holloway St, Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Carina M.Carina Muehl: Everything is good here. Meat & 2 sides, with roll or hushpuppies for 2ppl for $13!

Terry S.Terry Scott: Mac and cheese on Thursday is da bomb !!!

A Renee O.A Renee Overaker: I love all of the daily specials. I eat there at least twice a week.

Bar Virgile is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

12. Bar Virgile

9.2
105 S Mangum St (Main), Durham, NC
Cocktail Bar · 10 tips and reviews

Greg L.Greg Londres: Friend oysters....drinks, staff, deviled eggs. The burger!

Maxie H.Maxie Hipps-Figgs: Oven roasted chicken

Ashley W.Ashley Washington: The Salmon is great!

Foster's Market is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

13. Foster's Market

8.8
2694 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd (btwn Legion Ave & Bedford St), Durham, NC
Sandwich Spot · 52 tips and reviews

Emilio C.Emilio C: This place is awesome. The breakfast burrito is super filling. Great ambiance.

Christine C.Christine Cox: Love the Greek grilled cheese!

T H.T Hilgen: Great sandwiches, salads, old time bottled soda and desserts in a really cool atmosphere. If you're in the area, don't miss Foster's.

Blue Note Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

14. Blue Note Grill

8.5
709 Washington St (Westgate Dr), Durham, NC
BBQ Joint · Warehouse District · 26 tips and reviews

Jason G.Jason Gilbert: Ribs were outstanding! Great green beans and Mac too. Solid beer selection and the venue/stage is a perfect addition

Tonya P.Tonya Peace: The pimento cheese dip is AWESOME!!

Maxie H.Maxie Hipps-Figgs: Great Brunswick Stew.

Hope Valley Diner is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Durham.

15. Hope Valley Diner

8.5
3710 Shannon Rd (at Old Chapel Hill Rd), Durham, NC
Diner · 21 tips and reviews

Heather B.Heather Bailiff: Breakfast, BLT (add avocado), tater tots. Lots of choices.

Dennis O.Dennis O'Dell: The food is good, but don't go with a large group, the staff gets flustered and makes mistakes.

Allison K.Allison Kirk: Sooooo yummy! Strawberry waffles are the best... And the mgr brandy is awesome 