Brewery #455 Atomic Clock Brewing is a very nice place that had very good beer, particularly their hazies. I got a flight of beer and ordered a Beef on Wick with fries. The bartender while nice was kind of flighty, just lacked awareness of the amount of people waiting to get beer. My flight consisted of A Belgian, Schrodinger's Pale Ale, and 2 hazy IPAs. The Critical Mass (DIPA) and Atomichron (hazy) were both phenomenal. Then we waited almost an hour for the Beef on Wick to come out. It's literally just a roast beef sandwich with fries. The food was great, but the wait was insane. Great beer, good food, nice people but just not in any kind of hurry. read more

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My friends convinced me to give this place a second chance. I knew I should have said no but they were so adamant about it and I thought maybe it would be better this time. I was wrong. So wrong. This place is the absolute worst. It's so unfortunate because the place is beautiful and has potential. I've learned my lesson and there will not be a third time. We attempted to sit at a table for 8 but the chairs are oversized and the tables are far too close together. We had to remove two chairs to even attempt to slide across the chairs because you cannot pull them out to sit down. It's extremely difficult and uncomfortable to have to slide all the way out to let people in and out. Not user friendly at all. I wanted to order a beer but just like last time they didn't have any beer I'd ever drink which is saying a lot as I will drink anything that's not an IPA or super yellow. So I ordered the Rosè margarita but the male bartender told me they were out of that drink. Impossible. I could see both rosè and tequila from where I was standing. A female bartender overheard the male bartender lying to me and she said she would make the margarita for me. Hmmmmmmmm. So one honest bartender and one who lies because he only wants to pour beers. Thanks for solidifying that I was right to say I'd never be back to this awful establishment. read more

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Nice, casual ambiance. Very friendly servers. Drinks were good. Nice selection of beer on tap and other options. All that being said, three stars because the food was really just fine. Got the empanadas, which were somewhat underfilled and taste including sauces was just fine. Nothing super delicious, novel or memorable. We also got the chopped Italian sandwich, which came with a very skimpy one slice of meat. (We don't love huge, thick sandwiches, but this was really thin.) Plus the garlic fries had some weird batter that left a strange texture in your mouth. All in all fine. I'd be happy to come again for a drink with friends but would probably skip the meal. read more

This is an order at the bar spot for both food & drink and they bring the food to your table. All of our food was really good! I had a taste of 1 beer that was good, but I wasn't up for drinking during this visit. It was a nice evening so we snagged one of the larger outside tables on the side. The tables also had heaters next to them, but we did not ne d the heater the night we came. Parking was super easy since they have a free lot right in front. read more

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This brewery had an amazing theme and vibe along with delicious beer! We stopped by here on a Saturday to enjoy a beer in between some activities around town. The theming is so fun! I loved the room with all of the different kind of clocks. They had plenty of seating along with a really nice porch to enjoy the weather. The staff was super friendly and really helpful to our family since it was our first visit. I did the Movement Pilsner and it was really light and refreshing and came in a 20 ounce pour. The perfect afternoon beer! We will for sure be back on our next visit to NC. read more

Atomic Clock Brewing - Such fun decorations in here. - Breweries Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Love atomic clock whether you go for the beer, food or events they will not disappoint! Their beef in weck is the best, with a second to their empanadas! I have been to play music bingo and their anniversary celebration and it is just always a great time. There is plenty of space inside and out and a private room for events as well! I love just looking at all the different clocks they have to just see how unique some of them are! Their staff freaking amazing everyone is so nice and helpful and just going above and beyond! read more

Wanted to get out of the house and ended up at this brewery for a quick drink. Walked into a nice place with a casual vibe to it. The bartender was extra friendly, letting us try a few before we each settled on something quite tasty. Ordered a snack to go with the beer, which was spot on. The chef passed by and said hello, ending up chatting with a couple nearby. Overall, a good experience and will be back next time, we just need to get out the house. read more

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Great brewery we had no clue existed and glad we stumbled upon! They do events which was another nice touch and something I'm considering for a possible holiday party. It's a nice spot to hang out very welcoming as is the staff. We sat at the bar and spoke to the bartender the whole time we were there. The food is amazing! Met the chef, super humble guy and makes some delicious bites. We had the the beers were also good choices and appreciated she gave me a few to try before I landed on something I liked read more

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Had a few afternoon beers at ACB the other day, cool spot. Sat at the bar and the service was quick; it was early afternoon so not busy at all. The inside is an old refurbished industrial spot, I kept wondering what did they used to make here 80+ years ago... they did a great job keeping the old feel to the inside. There's antique clocks decorating the interior and I noticed they were all set to (stopped at) different times, which gave me a laugh. I shared a pic of the food menu [which looks good], but didn't give the kitchen a try - next time :) read more

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Best beer and ambiance in Durham. I love their team and they are always wonderful to their customers.

What a fantastic brewery. Went last night with my sister and parents and had a great experience. I enjoyed the jalapeño infused beer, on the menu as the Maxwells Demon. It was light crisp and the perfect level of spice. Also got a shirt and a pint glass to take home, as all merchandise was 20% off on Saturdays. Next time I am in Durham, I'll be back. read more

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Not sure how long this place has been open but the customer service could be greatly improved. Ordered food and over a later it had not been brought to our table while many others had gotten their orders. We had to inquire and they offered a half hearted apology. I went to the pizza place next door and that was much better. read more

Grabbed a flight from here recently and enjoyed myself! It was Tiki Night so they had live musicians playing Hawaiian music, which was fun. Overall, the quality of the beers was pretty darn high! Maybe my favorite of the breweries I've tried in this area, actually. The one downside was that I ordered a slice of the olive oil cake and it took a very long time to receive it. We had to inquire with the bartender and it's not clear to me whether the kitchen was just backed up or the bartender forgot to put in the order, but I received it ~5-10 minutes later. It wasn't a bad slice of cake but given the wait I was a little disappointed I guess. Other than this delay, the service was solid and the bartender was friendly. I would consider coming back here for a round of beers, but I would maybe skip the food next time. read more

Came here for a work social and thought it was a great spot! Tons of great beers and drinks to choose from. Lots of spaces inside and outside for large groups. I'd say I was most surprised by the food! Typically bar food is average but the food here is excellent! With options like roasted Brussels sports, pork buns, mushroom risotto, and samosas there's something for everyone- and it's good! read more

If you enjoy great beer, great food and a great atmosphere, this is the place for you. My husband and I went to their annual oyster fest...thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't drink beer or eat oysters (I hear you..why were you there) lol...but I still enjoyed myself. While my husband enjoyed his beer and oysters, I got a chopped cheese and garlic fries. Both items were amazing. Those fries..those fries..those fries! My husband can't wait until next year's fest. read more

Atomic clock was super fun! The layout of the place was cool and the merch was great. We were able to try several beers, and loved the two we settled on. The bartenders were very knowledgeable and kind, and we will definitely be back, but next time to try some food! read more

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The pup, hubs and I found this "new to us spot" last week. Love it and it will definitely stay on the rotation of local durham haunts. I enjoyed my pale ale, garlic fries, and comraderie with other locals. I can't believe we have never stumbled upon this spot before. Atomic Clock Brewing has both food and drinks...great on a weeknight when you need a bite and a libation and need to get out of the house. Check it out...they also have game nights! read more

This was a fun spot to grab drinks with a buddy. They had a pretty good selection of beers on draft. read more

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Excited to check out this new addition to the Durham brewery scene! I really appreciate that they offer a pretty extensive food menu with options beyond the typical bar food (e.g., lemongrass noodles, bao buns, banh mi) in addition to the usual sandwiches, fries, pickles, pretzels etc. The food we tried was quite good! We sampled a few of their beers. While not every one was a standout, the beer selection was perfectly enjoyable for a casual gathering. I loved their creativity - I got the "Boba Bear," they put popping boba in a passion fruit flavored sour. It made for a fun and unique experience! Plenty of indoor space to hang out, great for bigger group (it's not too loud) or watching a game. Service was attentive and friendly. Beer 3/5; Food 4/5! read more

Dude! Music bingo at Atomic Clock Brewing was a blast. I definitely needed a bigger team than a team of 2 because the bigger teams swept up the wins The beer is solid and they have bao buns, along with solid sandwiches, like the Beef on Weck, on their menu. What I chowed down on the most was their garlic fries. I would go back for that and their IPAs. Fries for the win. read more

If you live in downtown Durham, there's no shortage of places to walk to and get a drink -- and even ones that got their own brew on tap. (If, on the other hand, you wanted to pick up some milk or an onion on your way back on said stroll, you're out of luck -- the gods of urban planning concluded that all people need is alcohol. But I digress...) Atomic Clock Brewing is a good place to get a drink and some food -- I also like it as a place where it's bright and chill enough that I can get some writing done without anyone browbeating me about ordering more. (I usually get 2 glasses and something to snack on.) I appreciate the Southeast Asian flair and the gluten-free options. I'm not a beer drinker (again, wheat allergy) but appreciate the thoughtful cocktails and wine selection. The prices are standard. The place is solid like a lighthouse on a rock in a vast ocean of beer & drinking spots that are trying to figure out how to differentiate themselves -- and doing it with less than great results IMO. I get that food trucks are popular, but I appreciate a place that hires its own kitchen staff and has a dedicated menu. read more

Great brews and food. The fish sandwich and fries were amazing. Love the garlicky flavor to the fries and the fish was very fresh. Corn ribs were a unique appetizer. read more

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Some friends of ours recommend meeting at Atomic Clock for dinner and drinks. Boy were we disappointed. Parking was extremely limited in the parking lot and street parking was not much better. The place itself seemed nice with plenty of seating inside and a small patio area for outdoor seating. We ordered a few beers and asked for menus. The menu was small but looked appealing. This is where things went down hill. Orders came out at different times so no one really had any food at the same time. The food orders were also jumbled up meaning I had my sandchich with someone else's fries and vice versa. Some exchanges were made amongst us and we realized some of the orders were not just jumbled up but just plain wrong. The food itself was unremarkable and not really worth it. I would grab a beer here but move on to somewhere better after that. read more

Atomic Clock is one of Durham's newer breweries. It is really nice inside and I really enjoyed looking at all of the unique clocks. Outside of beer they offer cocktails, wine, cider and non-alcoholic options. They also serve food. I ordered a pint of the Pendulum (an IPA) and my husband had a pint of the McFly (a Pilsner). Both were tasty. Check out their social media pages for weekly specials & events. Cheers! read more

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We went to the Octoberfest today. It was a lot of fun! The atmosphere was fun and light. They had a great German band. The food was excellent and the service was good too. We appreciated the German food selection and the variety of drink options that were available. We will definitely be back. read more

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I hate to give bad reviews but this was just really not great. We were there for a tiki event. It was mostly full but not bursting at the seams. We put in our order at the bar and get our number for the table. The frozen cocktail was decent and two of the three food items we ordered arrived. After about an hour, I went to the bar to inquire about the missing item. The bartender was like crap, I must have missed that item and now we are out of them. So we ordered a different replacement item. It was a burger... 40+ min latter my husband goes back to the bar to say sorry but nevermind, we need to go, it's been too long. Finally the burger arrives and they put it on a to-go box for us. Seems like a situation where you might want to apply a small discount to try and make the 1:40+hr wait for food more reasonable... nope, nada. We will not be back. read more

Atomic Clock is such a cute little spot to grab some delicious beer. I made a mini flight and loved all the options. While I didn't get any food, it all looked tasty. The staff was very attentive and informative. A few TVs if you are looking to watch a game. Would definitely come back !! read more

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The best brewery in Durham. I came for the beer and stayed for the food and was so glad I did. Absolutely fantastic. Wonderful beer and great staff. My wife and I love it here. read more

There's almost a glut of breweries and taprooms in our area so we're always looking for how each one distinguishes itself. We stopped in on a Friday night in July and there were still patrons there although it was not busy by any means. The main hall is large and there appear to be at least two separate side rooms. We enjoyed our stout and lighter beer (they seem to do lots of collabs with other breweries). A gentleman next to us ordered food and it looked very good. We'll have to come back and eat here sometime. Looks like they offer brunch as well as some special dinner pairings every once in a while. The vibe was relaxed (no kids running around at that time), the staff were pleasant, and the beer was good. We will be back. read more

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Atomic Clock Brewing is now open on Washington Street, next to Plum. This brand new beer bar is off to a good start offer a nice selection of lighter beer in some cool glassware. The space is clean and large with a side room and back room in addition to the main seating area and bar. Atomic Clock is also offering a nice selection of bar food ranging from wings, burgers, sandwiches and more. read more

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We had the Cuban and Beef on Weck, both hit the spot! The staff was very friendly and inviting. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing. My husband and I have very different taste in beers and they satisfied us both. We will definitely be back! read more

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First impression. Nice place and plenty of parking. We sat at the bar and were greeted right away, told the bartender we needed a minute. Not very attentive. Had to wait longer than normal for drinks and food. Bathroom looked clean but had a bad smell. Food- was good but nothing great. Beers were good, husband liked them. My hibiscus margarita drink had way too much lime in it. And because we couldn't get the servers attention easily, I just watered it down. The whole time we were there It was not very busy at all. So, my end thought. Staff was too busy socializing then working. And there were 4 servers at the bar. read more

Attended a beer and wine pasta dinner this evening at Atomic Clock. There are not enough good things I can say about this experience. The food was outstanding! Prepared by Chef David! The owners Brian and his sister Coleen were just wonderful! The staff was amazing and so attentive! I would highly recommend not only the beers but the beer dinners in the future and the entire experience read more

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Excellent beer. Service was good and the prices were reasonable for their selections. We even bought some cans to take home. Nice atmosphere. We'll go back next chance we get. read more

Might have been the worst plate of food I've ever had in my life. Ok to have a drink but my God the food was horrific. The chicken is rock hard and so deep fried so dark and hockey puck like that it was not edible. Service just ok. Water not even brought to table just dirty cups on a shelf to help oneself. I've never ever in 51 years of life had food this bad. I am honestly nauseated. The food also took nearly 45 minutes (two sandwiches, fish and chips, two wings) and when it arrived we were actually in shock due to the poor taste and quality. I love fried food when done well but this was a nightmare. read more

We had our wedding welcome party at the atomic clock and could not have been more pleased! Colleen made the entire planning so easy and that evening was attentive to all of the nuances we had requested. The food was excellent. Our guests loved the fact that there were both outside and inside spaces. We had 140 guests who were able to flow easily to visit with family and friends. We highly recommend this venue for your parties!! read more

What a wonderful experience. Ambiance had a wonderful vibe. I meet the owner and the chef. For a brewery the food is off the chain. I am considering celebrating my birthday there. Just go!!!! read more

Location is right where you want to be in downtown Durham, and parking/walkability is a breeze. Food is great, drink selection is great, service is great! read more

Good selection of beers. They have a somewhat limited and varied menu. A modern facilities. Our one complaint was their tipping policy. It's not unusual for Restaurant to add a 20% tip if there's six or more people. However, what I did not feel was right that you had to go to the bar and order your food and drink and bring your drinks back to your table. They then would bring the food out and place it on the table and leave. There was really NO SERVCE!!! read more

Super tender, delicious roast beef sandwiches, cool cocktails, and a fun vibe with live music. Excellent bartenders. There's a nice diversity of tables, both low and high, and comfortable chairs. This place is a big winner! Will return. read more