Blue Note Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

1. Blue Note Grill

8.3
709 Washington St (Westgate Dr), Durham, NC
BBQ Joint · Warehouse District · 26 tips and reviews

Karen P.Karen Poole: Best Blues and BBQ in Durham!

Reid B.Reid Barwick: Solid local blues joint. Emphasis Local! Blues bar and a decent martini.

ThaddaeusThaddaeus: The smoked wings are good in nearly all the sauces. You can't go wrong.

Only Burger is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

2. Only Burger

9.1
3710 Shannon Rd, #118 (at Williamsburg Dr), Durham, NC
Burger Joint · 56 tips and reviews

Stacie N.Stacie Nagy: OnlyBurger is delicious. The regular burgers are fine, but the specials are where this place shines. Lamb sliders are amazing. Try the bacon & blue with a turkey burger instead; trust me.

M C.M C: Bacon and blue was awesome

Hashima M.Hashima Morgan: Everything, this is a fabulous eatery.quiet as well. The prices are well worth it.🍔

Bryan University Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

3. Bryan University Center

7.8
125 Science Dr (at Duke University - West Campus), Durham, NC
Student Center · 10 tips and reviews

Adrian R.Adrian Rodgers: If you can't get tickets, watch the Blue Devils beat UNC in the Dillo Grill then run outside after the win and burn benches!

Duke UniversityDuke University: Register for Blue Devil Days here. Sign up for Pratt Engineering tours (opt.) and pick up your Duke flair!

Parker K.Parker Kuivila: The restroom in the back torward the theater is amazing. The fine carpeting, dim lighting and expansive mirrors create ambience that is unprecedented. Using this restroom is truly a great experience

Page Road Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

4. Page Road Grill

8.3
5416 Page Rd, Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Vicki G.Vicki Genther: The bacon and blue burger is amazing!

Eric O.Eric Olson: I had the Shrimp Creole and asked for it spicy. Amazing! For dessert went for the pecan pie. You will not regret it =].

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

North Carolina Museum of Life and Science is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

5. North Carolina Museum of Life and Science

9.2
433 W Murray Ave (at N Duke St), Durham, NC
Science Museum · 47 tips and reviews

National Wildlife FederationNational Wildlife Federation: Look for blue heron in Wetlands: a red-tailed hawk lives in trees over the red wolf exhibit; Can you find their four bears?

Yolanda N.Yolanda Nichole: Bring your own snacks. Make sure to try the sailboat exhibit outside. You may have to wait for a boat but the kids love it.

NASANASA: Greeting you in front of the Museum is a Mercury Redstone Rocket. On May 5, 1961, a rocket just like this one carried Alan Shepard into space, making him the first American to accomplish the feat. Read more.

Burger Bach is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

6. Burger Bach

9.2
737-220 9th St, Durham, NC
Gastropub · 23 tips and reviews

MarionMarion: The East Coast burger - with blueberry chipotle BBQ sauce - is fantastic. Next time I'll have to get a lamb burger!

Yolanda N.Yolanda Nichole: The kids and I loved our burgers here. I had one of the lamb burgers and it was delicious. My son had oysters (mild version) for an appetizer and he loved them.

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Burgers are made with grass-fed beef that’s humanely raised and slaughtered (certified Halal) in New Zealand. As for the “pub” part: 30 beers on tap (including 20 local brews). Read more.

NOSH is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

7. NOSH

7.5
2812 Erwin Rd (at S Lasalle St), Durham, NC
Sandwich Spot · 43 tips and reviews

Jenny S.Jenny Shim: Must must must try the blueberry cobbler milkshake

Ben C.Ben Cohen: Your best bet for brunch is the Rockets Breakfast: scrambled, bacon, taters, biscuit. Plus, coffee. You can't go wrong.

Duke UniversityDuke University: 5% discount

Other End of the Leash Pet Boutique & Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

8. Other End of the Leash Pet Boutique & Bakery

8.3
1000 W Main St (Albermarle St), Durham, NC
Pet Supplies Store · 7 tips and reviews

Rebecca M.Rebecca Myers: Don't hesitate to ask Diane and LeAnn for help! If they don't know, they'll find someone who does. Blue's walnut based litter and Weruva for kitties; Fromm and knit sweaters for pups!

Ashley B.Ashley Bennett: The owners are extremely friendly and helpful answering questions about their USA made dog products. Make sure to get some of their homemade dog treats in the back!

R. J.R. J.: Everything here is fair trade and made in the USA!

Bull City Burger and Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

9. Bull City Burger and Brewery

8.8
107 E Parrish St (at N Mangum St), Durham, NC
Burger Joint · 135 tips and reviews

HeatherHeather: The bacon and blue burger is delicious! Paired with sweet potato fries and a cold beer, you can't lose.

Rebecca S.Rebecca Spivey: This place was amazing!! First time eating there and will definitely be going back again. My fiancé and I built our own burgers and got their Gateway Golden Ale. The customer service was also great!!!

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: The menu features grass-fed North Carolina beef and natural casing hot dogs, all served on house-baked buns. Everything from condiments to chocolate sauce is made on location, including brewed beer. Read more.

Elmo's Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

10. Elmo's Diner

8.8
776 9th St (at Hillsborough Rd), Durham, NC
Diner · 93 tips and reviews

Lisa L.Lisa Lister: Blueberry pancakes...delicious!!!

StefanStefan: their milkshakes, especially the peppermint-vanilla, should not be missed.

Jessamyn S.Jessamyn Stanley: This is probably, honestly, the best breakfast in Durham.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

11. The Cheesecake Factory

8.4
8030 Renaissance Pkwy Ste 950 (at the Streets at Southpoint), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Dettra K.Dettra Keys: Wild Blueberry White Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake is AWESOME!

Chaka T.Chaka T: The lemon raspberry cheesecake is awesome!

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

William's Gourmet Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

12. William's Gourmet Kitchen

8.6
2114 E NC Highway 54 (at S NC Hwy 55), Durham, NC
Sandwich Spot · 42 tips and reviews

Rich M.Rich Madden: The Black and Blue Cheese Burger is pretty dern good...

Bryan H.Bryan Hodge: The breakfast is totally awesome! I've also had the Mediterranean Pita which also excellent! A must try if you are in the Durham area!

Jessica S.Jessica S: Sweet potato fries!!! OMG!!!

Saladelia Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

13. Saladelia Café

6.6
406 Blackwell St (at American Tobacco Campus), Durham, NC
Café · 10 tips and reviews

Jessica M.Jessica McGloin: The blueberry muffins are awesome!!

ToastieToastie: Organic granola "yougurt" parfait. Not sure if it's good for me but it's a satisfying breakfast treat.

Joseph F.Joseph Foster: By far the best place in the area to stop. Staff is awesome!

Tobacco Road Sports Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

14. Tobacco Road Sports Café

7.7
280 S Mangum St #100 (at Blackwell St), Durham, NC
Sports Bar · 97 tips and reviews

Shazan J.Shazan Jiwa: Awesome place, though it is somewhat egregious that NC State gets the wings named after them, Wake gets the pasta, UNC gets a wrap, but the Duke Blue Devils get the lowly crab chowder

Shazan J.Shazan Jiwa: Go during happy hour... Drink specials are on, and you can get a dish for $2.95.. If you play your cards right, you can get a great beer, a bleu cheese burger and fries for $7... Best deal in town

Timiya M.Timiya McCormick: The shrimp and grits are to die for. The fried green tomatoes are great....

Sushi Love is one of The 15 Best Places for Blues Music in Durham.

15. Sushi Love

6.6
2812 Erwin Rd Ste 204 (at S LaSalle St), Durham, NC
Sushi Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

Jaisal M.Jaisal Mariwala: The Blue Devil Roll is really worth it. Really good Saki bombs as well.

Evon B.Evon Barnes: The sushi & atmosphere are great. I enjoyed the Dynamite Roll & the Shrimp Tempura roll.

Tyler D.Tyler D.: Fusion roll is legit