Criterion is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

1. Criterion

7.8
347 W Main St, Durham, NC
Pub · 9 tips and reviews

Allicat22 W.Allicat22 W: Mmmm great bourbon choices

Karla S.Karla Sosa: Very cozy bar with great decor. A wide selection of whiskey and bourbon as well as beer, and daily specials

ThaddaeusThaddaeus: Chill atmosphere, good beer and great service.

Fullsteam Brewery is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

2. Fullsteam Brewery

9.0
726 Rigsbee Ave (at W Geer St), Durham, NC
Brewery · 112 tips and reviews

Adam M.Adam Morrison: Fruitcake is great! Touch of bourbon finish.

Melissa K.Melissa K: Love getting the half pints ($2 each!) and sampling different brews. The bourbon beer is fantastic - and so is the people watching. If you're hungry, hit up the food trucks.

Nick D.Nick DiColandrea: Start with the Southern Lager, the brew that made Fullsteam. Then go down the rabbit hole with the rest of their delightful beers! Great open atmosphere for catching up with friends, old and new!

Alley Twenty Six is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

3. Alley Twenty Six

9.1
320 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC
Cocktail Bar · 39 tips and reviews

Traci K.Traci Kessler: Best Bourbon spot in Durham!!!

Carlos R.Carlos Russo: I definitely recommend this place for anybody looking to enjoy some great cocktails and atmosphere. The bartenders are incredibly knowledgeable and very friendly. Can be busy, but worth it.

Kenan J.Kenan Jones: This place is awesome! Extremely knowledgeable bartenders. Just tell them what u lime and they will craft a drink for you. Dean is amazing!

The Pit is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

4. The Pit

7.3
321 W Geer St (at Rigsbee Ave), Durham, NC
BBQ Joint · 51 tips and reviews

Michael G.Michael Goffin: Still working out some kinks being new, but the food was amazing. Great beer and bourbon list. Outside Brown and Succulent Shoulder were wonderful. Also had the cream corn (delicious).

John R.John Roth: Great bourbon drinks and really good catfish

TiffanyTiffany: Amazing. Craft beer selection is fantastic. Try the short rib and don't miss the wings or the banana pudding. Will be back!

Geer Street Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

5. Geer Street Garden

8.2
644 Foster St (at W Geer St), Durham, NC
Gastropub · 74 tips and reviews

Adam H.Adam Houston: Unless you absolutely hate ginger, you need to try the Whiskey Business, it is complex and well balanced. Plus how cool is habanero bourbon?!?

Zack D.Zack Davenport: I dream about Geer Street's banana pudding and their jalapeño hush puppies. This place is a must go for anyone visiting Durham.

Kirsten S.Kirsten Sherk: Sirachanaise! Read more.

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

6. Bull City Burger and Brewery

8.9
107 E Parrish St (at N Mangum St), Durham, NC
Burger Joint · 135 tips and reviews

Crystal I.Crystal Irby: Great beer and bourbon choices. Food is good, too!

David B.David Bradway: Get a flight of beers to taste them all! When you find your favorite GO BIG with the Tower of Beer Power and share with your friends!

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.

Local 22 is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

7. Local 22

7.3
2200 W Main St, Durham, NC
Gastropub · 21 tips and reviews

Ashley B.Ashley Bennett: If you like bourbon, order the Brood

Simal S.Simal Soydan: Tried the chilli sautéed salmon this time. Salmon was placed on top of beans and they matched perfectly. The location of the restaurant and the decorations are great. Service is fast. I love Local 22!

Ashley B.Ashley Bennett: Mac and cheese and the s'mores dessert are excellent. Wouldn't recommend the Dark and Stormy (they use their own soda instead of a ginger beer)

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Durham, NC is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

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

8.5
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.

Hyatt Place Durham/Southpoint is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

9. Hyatt Place Durham/Southpoint

8.0
7840 Nc 751 Hwy, Durham, NC
Hotel · 1 tip

Laurrae V.Laurrae Van Sickle: Good food to eat!

Nana's is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

10. Nana's

8.3
2514 University Dr (at Durham-Chapel Hill Rd), Durham, NC
American Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Frances L.Frances Lambourg-Roach: From appetizers to desserts everything is exquisite. Highly recommended. The service is superior, nice atmosphere, and confortable. If you have not visited yet, take a chance, you will love it!

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!!!

Nasher Museum Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

11. Nasher Museum Cafe

8.0
2001 Campus Dr, Durham, NC
Café · 10 tips and reviews

Angie Y.Angie Y.: You can't go wrong with the eggs benedict for weekend brunch. Comes with asparagus, a salad and home fries!

Winter S.Winter Schatz: Delicious food. But the service is absurdly slow.

Jake S.Jake Stanley: Escape from Duke proper, feel like you're in a city for the space of a meal, then walk back to campus and remember how bucolic it all is.

Taberna Tapas is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

12. Taberna Tapas

8.1
325 W Main St, Durham, NC
Tapas Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Michael H.Michael Huber: Menu is clearly labeled to what is gluten free. I had the clams and chorizo, lamb, and the grilled squid squid ink rice. Really loved the sauce for the clams and chorizo.

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

Lewis B.Lewis Broadnax: Bacon wrapped dates are awesome

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

13. Page Road Grill

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

Arnaldo R.Arnaldo Rodriguez: Great lunch spot (sandwiches , salads, burgers, etc)

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.

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

14. The Cheesecake Factory

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

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

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

P.F. Chang's is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Durham.

15. P.F. Chang's

8.1
6801 Fayetteville Rd (at Herndon Rd), Durham, NC
Asian Restaurant · 56 tips and reviews

Omar H.Omar Hijab: Everything. We love this place. The shrimp dumplings. Best lettuce wrap ever. And the atmosphere is just amazing.

Amy L.Amy Lewis: Veggie lettuce wraps are the best!

Joy Monet K.Joy Monet K: The Chang's Chicken is amazing!!