We came during the week for lunch. It was easy to make a reservation online, but it was pretty…read morequiet when we were there so I don't know that it's usually needed for lunch during the week. It was a beautiful day so we were able to sit outside. Service was very quick. I had the Vodka Tomato Cream Sauce Rigatoni and it was delicious! My husband had the steak sandwich with the pesto fries. Once I finished off my delicious rigatoni I kept munching on the fries!

We had such a lovely experience here! The food was wonderful, and the staff -- although clearly…read morestretched thin through no fault of their own -- worked incredibly hard to make sure everyone received great service. Brandon was absolutely delightful: kind, helpful, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The food was extraordinary. I highly recommend the rigatoni with vodka sauce, the steak sandwich, and the French toast. The restaurant itself is very clean and inviting, with a great atmosphere and plenty of outdoor seating as well. We'll definitely be back soon with a group. 10/10 -- highly recommend!

I have been to the spot several time in various guises. It's a great location. This iteration seems…read morelike the best for the area: it's very family friendly, with tons of games and playground area for the younger set. I came at 5:45 on a Monday (because no other places are open on Mondays!), and was one of maybe four me. In the place. The rest were moms with one or two (or more!) kids, some waiting for dad to join them after work. I ate in a covered patio that in a few months will be too hot to endure. But tonight, mid-March, it's a sunny delight. I ordered a smashburger and a Kingstown Negroni. Drae stirred my drink and out the order in, and it arrived with fries just minutes later. Juicy double patty burger, caramelized onions, cheese, salt & pepper fries. Fresh and very tasty. WiFi was fast, music was smooth but subdued. (Think Sade and Barry White dueling. Wish I wasn't alone!) Kids were everywhere, but very well-behaved and in explore mode, which I find adorable! There are outside areas covered in open or tarps, clear flexi-glass walled off areas, and true "indoor" places you can watch TV in. Everything from Top Gear to REN & Stimpy. A great way to spend an early dinner/very late lunch.

Went here with my dinner club group the other night. Unfortunately, we were small in number but the…read morecompany was still good. The concept is interesting, you order your food and drinks using a QR code and then it's brought to your table. I started off the with the Corn, jalapeno queso dip. It came with a generous amount of tortilla chips. Only problem, this queso dip was chilled. I am sorry, but a dip like this needs to be served hot or at the very least quite warm. I could tell it was quite flavorful but served chilled, are you kidding? The manager was kind enough to swap it out for another appetizer being I hadn't eaten much of the dip. He told me all their dips were served cold. Queso dip isn't supposed to be cold, just saying. The pork rinds were tasty but could've used a dip and a lil less of the spice. For dinner, I got the spicy chicken sandwich. Overall, it was ok, kinda dry. Bottom line, service is great, atmosphere pleasant and not too noisy, and food mediocre at best. Great place for drinks, food needs A LOT of improvement.

I've not been here for a while, but this mild Saturday found me craving shrimp tacos. (Most days…read morefind me there, but I digress...) 6 pm on Father's Day eve, it wasn't too crowded. I think there's a sports ball thing going on somewhere, too. One person ahead of me and I gave the nice lady my order. The tacos came out pretty quickly, followed by the beer, cool and frothy from the tap. As I've mentioned before, there is a nice adult contemporary soundtrack that is neither background or overpowering. It just hits, and you can chat over it if you want. Or sing along. After a nice bike ride, I stopped in and ordered their three shrimp tacos. I've had them before, but they seemed even more amazing than past visits. Were the shrimp larger? Were there more of them? (4 per taco seems about right!) It was such a lot of food (added to the hazy IPA) that I had to take the last one to go. It may last the night. Or it may be breakfast. I think I've had their burger once. I'm such a sucker for grilled shrimp! Hehe. They have sides and apps as well, but I can't even finish the main!

Back in NC for a visit and headed to THBB for our fist meal…read more Sat outside and enjoyed perhaps the best grilled chicken sandwich (on naan) that I've ever had - and I've had some delicious ones here. And the staff is super attentive and friendly to everyone in the place. They have a new-to-me slogan - don't yelp, we're here to help - which I think is fantastic because it's all about giving people the opportunity to make things right, not bitching on social media. Definitely nothing to complain about tonight. This place is great. And I love their celebration of minds of all kinds.

amazing! I love this location, food is always good and coffee is always great! the service is…read moreamazing too!

If I could give this place 100 stars, I would! From the…read moreoutside, you would never guess what awaits inside. It looks like a small neighborhood spot, but the moment you walk through the doors, you're immediately welcomed by a charming bakery counter filled with fresh pastries, coffee, and sandwiches. Then, as you make your way to the restaurant in the back, the entire experience transforms into something truly special. The ambiance is absolutely stunning--warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed. I honestly spent half the meal just taking it all in because every detail was beautiful. Now, let's talk about the food... phenomenal doesn't even begin to describe it. Everything was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. Our brunch came out surprisingly fast without sacrificing quality, and every bite was bursting with flavor. The service was equally impressive. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely seemed to enjoy making sure guests had a great experience. You could tell there was pride in both the food and the hospitality. If you're anywhere near Durham, this restaurant is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're stopping in for coffee and a pastry, grabbing a sandwich, or sitting down for brunch, you won't be disappointed. I'll definitely be back, and this has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in the area. Five stars isn't enough--this place deserves 100.

Quick service, fresh food options. Lunchtime can be a nightmare due to the long lines. But it moves…read morepretty quickly.

We arrived just before the lunch rush - and wow this place got very busy on a Friday!…read more I had The Rancher with spicy jalapeño dressing. Loved it! They have a lot of different refreshing drink options. I tried the pineapple mint - yum!

Nothing stays the same…read more.. Let me start off by saying, I've been coming to Nordstrom Cafe since around 2014. I hadn't been in about 8months, I decided to stop in for lunch while shopping (June 2026) There's now a hostess... you are seated and order through a waitress at the table. The service was good and the atmosphere was good great lunch time crowd. The food has seemed to take a bit of a hit during the change. I ordered the Nordstrom Beyond Burger which used to be amazing. I received my beyond burger and noticed that they no longer serve it with lettuce and tomato. The burger just had cheese, pickles and the sauce, it looked very plain. The way that it was cooked seems to be different as well. I received a handful of fries with my order, not many long fries, mostly short fries. I may have gotten the end of the bag... This used to be a 5 star Gem, now I would rate it 3.5 stars After your meal you pay at the table with your waitress using a hand held device. It's still worth a try, so I would recommend it for newbies if you're a long time customer you might notice a difference.

What a hidden gem! Perfect place for a low key Friday night dinner…read more Pastas were delicious and so were the warm cookies for dessert! Server was nice and attentive. This would be a great place for a lunch to catch up with old friends! I'll definitely be back!

Pretty meh bar food. Maybe I didn't order the right thing, but when I asked which side I should get…read morewith my chicken sandwich, it was highly recommended that I order their twice-fried Fed Fries over their other fried options, as they are made from scratch, rather than being shipped in frozen in bags. I had high hopes, but there is reason why fries made from fresh potatoes aren't widely offered at restaurants and it's mostly bc they have so much water content and easily come out soggy. And these came out exactly that way - soggy and limp. The chicken sandwich I ordered was a special, limited time offering, and it was also ok. It was advertised as having a slaw on top and that's a strong word for what was served. When I think slaw, I think robust, crunchy veggies with some vinegar bite and while I got a bit of that, it wasn't enough to balance out the fried, savoriness of the breaded chicken patty and bbq sauce. Service was friendly, but I wouldn't say they went above and beyond. I was eating alone at the bar, and I'm usually accustomed to more touch points than I got here, but it wasn't bad. I they checked in more, I may have felt more comfortable bringing up my dissatisfaction with the fries. Beer selection (on tap) was only ok. Definitely a personal preference but I wouldn't say say they had a wide variety of beer styles to select from - at least while I was there. Giving two stars bc I won't come back here on purpose - especially by myself.

Yum! My boyfriend and I split some dishes at the Federal and thoroughly enjoyed our experience. We…read morechose the classic cheeseburger with Swiss cheese and sauce on the side, a cubano, and the fried artichoke salad. Both the cheeseburger and cubano came with hefty servings of French fries fresh out of the fryer. Despite being a little salt heavy, they were flavorful and complimented the sandwiches well. The cubano and burger were both 3/5 for me but I enjoyed both. I'm not a huge meat fan... My boyfriend said they were excellent though! The fried artichoke salad is where I feel like I found my peace. The olives, tomatoes, salad dressing, and all other salad components were awesome. It tasted fresh and the ingredients complimented each other. The fried artichokes were a nice crunch too! I would be back to the Federal for the hot food and good vibes. Service was excellent here as well.

I have no idea Why this Firebirds location is sometimes rated lower than a 5! We have stopped here…read moreseveral times including last evening (6th) and sidled up to the bar. As always the bartenders were spot on and personable as well as willing to help on the menu selections. Drinks (A Manhattan and A Dirty Martini) professionally prepared and presented. Went with then Summer Special Peach Pork Chop and Mac. Look at the picture! Chop was 1st Class and perfectly delicious. The Mrs really is a fan of their Smoked Wings and as usual didn't disappoint. Large and meaty with just the right smoke. We even "dared" a small Caesar Salad in these trying lettuce times. Confident Firebirds was prepping properly in the back. Next time at Southpoint give this location a try!

I recently tried Firebirds for the first time while visiting North Carolina, and I was pleasantly…read moresurprised. Our server, Ella, was the true rockstar of the experience. She was so kind, attentive, and welcoming. The hostess also went above and beyond by helping my mom, who uses a wheelchair, with the front doors, which was greatly appreciated. We ordered from the lunch menu, and the prices were very reasonable. My son of course devoured his chicken fingers with French fries. My dad and sister split the burger and Mac and cheese. They said it was good. The only downside was that our food took quite a while to come out. I ordered the BLT Salad with a loaded baked potato on the side. The salad was fresh, but it had way too much dressing, so next time I'll definitely ask for it on the side. Overall, the friendly service made a lasting impression, and I'd be happy to give Firebirds another try.