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I know this is a little off topic, and I love Bella Monica, but is the Edwards Mill & Duraleigh/Blue Ridge Rd intersection really considered to be North Raleigh by most people? Yes, it's OTB, but more western-ly if anything besides just "Raleigh" in my opinion. I know classification of North Raleigh can be very loose and subjective, (being a Raleighite of the WAY North variety myself) but I'm not sure about this one...
Mexican - I'll second Dos Perros
BBQ - The Q Shack
Burgers -- Second for Bull City Burger & Brew. Also Only Burger
Salads -- can't help there.
Southern - I've heard good things about Mama Dips but it is still on our have to visit list.
Other great places to try Parker & Otis, Sparticus, Bavarian Brathaus, Toast, Daisy Cake and Alvia's.
You didn't say when you were visiting but if you are here on March 11th there is a food truck rodeo in Durham @ Central Park. A must-do if you are interested in the food scene. Even if you aren't here then, you should try a food truck while here too.
And check out the local paper (Herald Sun) last weekend they had an insert "We Are Durham" that was all about food & the foodie scene in Durham. I would think you could see it on line. That might also give you some ideas on places to try.
I know this is a little off topic, and I love Bella Monica, but is the Edwards Mill & Duraleigh/Blue Ridge Rd intersection really considered to be North Raleigh by most people? Yes, it's OTB, but more western-ly if anything besides just "Raleigh" in my opinion. I know classification of North Raleigh can be very loose and subjective, (being a Raleighite of the WAY North variety myself) but I'm not sure about this one...
Yes, technically it's considered North Raleigh, but as someone that lived down the street from that shopping center for almost 15 years I agree with you that it's not *really* North Raleigh. When I think of North Raleigh I think of Falls of Neuse, Capital, etc. Honestly I don't know what I would really consider that part of town, which I guess is why it just gets lumped in as North Raleigh.
A voice of dissent for Jibarra. While I like their cocktails (especially the margaritas) and they have some good appetizers, I've had a couple of meals there that were just downright gross. Their paella is gummy and the other entree I tried was bland. I have heard from many people that Jibarra has gone downhill in the food department since the original chef left. We only go there now to start out the night with a drink and appetizer then usually hop on the R-Line to eat dinner somewhere else.
Anyway, Dos Perros is a MUCH better option for that sort of Mexican imo. If you're really keen for Mexican in downtown Raleigh, I would go to Dos Taquitos Centro first, or Calavera for some yummy empanadas.
if you don't mind driving, and the finding is part of the adventure, then for 'cue (BBQ) you need to go to Allen & Sons in Chapel Hill/Orange County. I can't remember which one ... I think the one towards Hillsborough is the original and thus deemed "better" by the regulars.
if you don't mind driving, and the finding is part of the adventure, then for 'cue (BBQ) you need to go to Allen & Sons in Chapel Hill/Orange County. I can't remember which one ... I think the one towards Hillsborough is the original and thus deemed "better" by the regulars.
Yep, off of NC-86 between I40 and I85. It's a great little bike ride down Erwin Rd and Mt Sinai from Downtown Durham.
Thanks again for all the suggestions. We had a great trip, especially food wise! :-)
We tried Bull City Burger & Brewery, Mama Dips, The Pit and The Q Shack (the one in Crabtree Valley Mall - the guy running it was really friendly) and they were all wonderful.
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