Best places: Bar and grills in Durham, United States

Busy joint offering hickory-smoked BBQ, cocktails & regular sets of American roots music.

Easygoing chain serving Alabama-style pulled pork & other meats smoked in-house.

Longtime grill featuring a wide range of traditional American dishes & cocktails in a comfy setting.

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

Lobster rolls, chowder & American staples, in a comfortable, polished wood room or on the patio.

An old gas station turned Southern eatery with a rooftop bar, serving classic bites & milkshakes.

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

Hip, buzzy chain serving creative burgers with gourmet toppings, plus hand-cut fries & other sides.

Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.

Old West-style steakhouse chain known for its burgers & chops made from bison.

👍👍 Nice place to get local pulled pork bbq. We also tried the special dish of the night and chicken quesadillas. The service was good, staff were friendly and attentive to our requests. They kept the place open a little longer so we could finish our meal. I would go back here for sure and recommend it.

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

👍👍 Recently had my wedding at Five Furlongs and if I were able to give them 10 stars I would. The food first of all was delicious, my family and friends went up for seconds and thirds which isn’t common for a wedding. They offered a wide variety of choices which was great for everyones taste. The steak...

Roomy bar & grill with karaoke, dance floor, pool, Foosball, video games, jukebox & outdoor patio.

Local sports bar chain serving steak, seafood & pub grub in a lively, contemporary setting.

Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

Chill hangout offering American comfort fare & cocktails, plus dance party nights in casual digs.

Casual restaurant & sports bar with multiple outposts for pub fare, a long beer list & kids' menu.

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.