The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

1. The Cheesecake Factory

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

Stephanie C.Stephanie Claggion: Asian pear martini

Ariel G.Ariel Germain: Apple Martinis and Dumplings!!! Must have.

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

Nanasteak is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

2. Nanasteak

8.0
345 Blackwell St, Durham, NC
Bistro · 5 tips and reviews

Heather B.Heather Bailiff: Amazing dirty martini with Bleu cheese and bacon stuffed olives. Go see Javey at the bar.

Janut S.Janut Suchato: Steaks obviously. The sauce and Side dish selection are excellent and well prepared. Fries is deliciously crispy. Mash potato is delicate and soft. NY strips and black Angus are wonderful.

MarionMarion: Had an incredible meal here: delicious cocktails, perfectly cooked and seasoned steak (bone-in NY strip), and exquisite butterscotch pot de crème. Wonderful service too!

Ted's Montana Grill is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

3. Ted's Montana Grill

8.2
6911 Fayetteville Rd (at Renaissance Center), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews

Kendra L.Kendra Lawrence: The lemon drop martini is a must have!

R. J.R. J.: Get the bison meatloaf entree. Sprinkle on some fresh cracked peppercorn and you won't be disappointed!

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

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis 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

Ben B.Ben B: Bar Carries 209 gin, try a martini straight up, you won't be disappointed

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!!

The Melting Pot is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

5. The Melting Pot

7.3
202 NC-54, Durham, NC
Fondue Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Kia S.Kia S.: Ladies night is on Thursdays. $5 Martinis and special price fondue on theme nights.

Katherine R.Katherine Richardson: If you like fine dining in Durham... the ultimate unique fondue experience is in Durham, ask about the lovers lane packages. These are the most romantic way to enjoy your anniversary or date night!

Kelly H.Kelly Hall: Iris was the BEST waitress, she really made us feel special on our anniversary <3

Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

6. Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi

7.2
3504 Mount Moriah Rd (at Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd), Durham, NC
Japanese Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

Tonnika H.Tonnika Haynes: Try the blood orange martini and hot rockin lava shrimp

Jeryl B.Jeryl Brown Anderson: Always a great meal! Love the show and seeing my food prepared before me. Staff and cooks are always friendly and engaging.

Warren M.Warren Mack: Best bday dinner ever!

106 Main is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

7. 106 Main

8.5
106 E Main St (S Mangum St), Durham, NC
Cocktail Bar · 14 tips and reviews

Kacy F.Kacy Fortner: Friendliest bartenders in town. You should totally give it a shot if you're around the area. Affordable drinks, chill atmosphere. Great place to watch a game.

Stephanie T.Stephanie Tripp: Mike, the owner, is awesome. You WILL get your money worth of liquor here. If you like margaritas, give his a try! He makes them different and they're absolutely delicious! Very chill atmosphere.

The Coolest Kids in TownThe Coolest Kids in Town: Drink DC drinks at Baltimore prices. <3

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Durham, NC is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

8. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Durham, NC

8.4
7007 Fayetteville Road, Hilton Garden Inn (at Renaissance Pkey), Durham, NC
Steakhouse · 11 tips and reviews

Jeff R.Jeff Roark: Excellent atmosphere, world-class food, and stunning service! Be sure to ask for Brian!

Tamika F.Tamika Farmer: There happy hour menu is awesome and cost less:)

Jeffrey M.Jeffrey Mcauley: Great food and even better service.

Taberna Tapas is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

9. Taberna Tapas

8.0
325 W Main St, Durham, NC
Tapas Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

emem: Best croquettes I've had in NC so far...

Christine C.Christine Cox: Great food and ambiance. Perfect place for a date.

Lewis B.Lewis Broadnax: Bacon wrapped dates are awesome

Maggiano's Little Italy is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

10. Maggiano's Little Italy

8.0
8030 Renaissance Pkwy (at Streets At Southpoint), Durham, NC
Italian Restaurant · 69 tips and reviews

Izzy K.Izzy King: I love the spaghetti and meatball!!! Also the lasagna and eggplant ravioli are really good!!

Christanna H.Christanna Honer: Correct pronunciation: mah-ji-ah-nose. Not maglionis, magaronis, maggyonos, and definitely not magnolias.

Topher A.Topher Alan: Go to Maggianos carry out & order up a meatball dubs!!!

Los Tres Mexican Restaurant is one of The 11 Best Places for Martinis in Durham.

11. Los Tres Mexican Restaurant

7.7
6905 Fayetteville Rd (in Renaissance Center), Durham, NC
Mexican Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Jennifer C.Jennifer Coleman: Very good food & drinks! The shrimp burrito grande is my favorite & their margaritas never let me down!

Heather B.Heather Bailiff: Try the vegetable fajitas, tequila, and beer.

T K.T Kelz: The enchiladas blancas were amazing, also try the face blue margarita.