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    4.2 (91 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
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    Michelle B.

    There were no patrons eating in on this cold night. However, a few patrons were picking patrons picking up orders. My daughter ordered a crab boil. Sadly, one of her favorite parts of the order, the corn, was omitted when we arrived home. I ordered a fried shrimp basket with sweet potato fries. It was pretty good. The shrimp were fried well but not overcooked. The fries were adequate. The menu is varied and the prices are $, so I will definitely visit again when I am in the area.

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    Maarij A.

    Food is served cooked in a bag family style. Service was surprisingly fast. Flavor was great though I would recommend it to be a little more creamy or offer a creamy option.

    Honey Chicken Combo

    One of my favorite Chinese places in the city, the food is great and the service is always fast and friendly. They even offer seafood options in this restaurant as well. With a great atmosphere to dine in and relax. The wings are top tier!

    Vietnamese noodles meal (beef, chicken, shrimp) NO PORK

    Fish and Shrimp platter cooked hot and crispy each time I've visited. Also, if you like Chinese food, they do have Vietnamese curry noodle meal (Mei Fun), but it is not listed on the menu. All you have to do is ask waitress for it and they will make it with beef, chicken, shrimp (no pork).

    fried squid rings,delicious

    love this restaurant! The food is delicious and the ingredients are fresh. It was a pleasant surprise.

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    Jaclyn N.

    I have only ordered food to go from this spot, but it was delicious! The service got my order correct and the food was fresh and hot! Sometimes sweet potato fries don't travel well, but these were on point.

    Arvian D.

    This was our first time visiting this restaurant. I felt like eating crab legs and majority of the crab restaurants in Durham were closed down. This was one of the only ones that appeared to still be opened, so we decided to try it. The host and cashier were friendly and professional. We felt like valued customers. We ordered right away and our food was served quickly. We ordered 2 "make your own" seafood in the bag dishes without corn; I am allergic to corn. One bag was with a garlic butter sauce, and the other bag was with an old bay seasoning sauce. Both sauces really enhanced the flavor of the seafood and potatoes. We enjoyed our meals.

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    Khalilah L.

    Saw this spot after leaving Big Lots and thought I would give it a try. This place is super big and clean. The tables are social distanced, and all staff members are wearing mask (properly) with gloves. I ordered the shrimp po boy sandwich with cajun fries. The wait for my food wasn't long at all and it came out piping hot. My waiter was really attentive and kept my drink full. The food was really good - fries were crispy but not hard, the shrimp was seasoned perfectly and the lettuce was crisp. This was my first time here, but definitely not my last!

    Menu 1 - January 2021
    Kong L.

    CrabSea is a much needed "Asian Cajun" restaurant in the Durham area! Surprisingly, there's nothing close to it. I don't consider Louisiana Cajun Bars and Seafood Bars the same. "Asian Cajun" is another level and CrabSea does it right. I believe they have something special going on here and soon enough, there will also be similar concepts popping up around this area. I stopped in for dinner on a late Wednesday night. The space is huge! The waitress told me that this building used to be a Chinese Buffet. There were 3 other parties dining in but the people were constantly coming in and out to pick up take out orders. I suggest that you come hungry! Not only do they serve "Asian Cajun", they also have a Chinese food menu. My food came out quick! I went with... * Crab Sea Sauce (Medium) -- A nice blend of garlic, butter, sweetness, salty ness * 1/2 shrimp with head-on -- Juicy and cooked to perfection * 1/2 crawfish -- huge! Super delicious! * Corn/Potato -- complimented the meal, lovely texture * Rice -- paired well To top it off, customer service was amazing! I left a nice tip. It was definitely worth the experience! I thought prices were fair for the quality of the food.

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    Loved my seafood bowl! Sauce had really good flavor and my seafood was super fresh. I would definitely go back again.

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    Amazing food you gets your money's worth. They don't hold back portions in my opinion.

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    Chicken wings are good and so is the shrimp basket. The sweet potato fries are also good and the place looks clean.

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    3 years ago

    Good food. Boil was less salty than some we've tried, in a good way. Great waitress. Funny decorations.

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    Food is nasty. Sometimes expired. The atmosphere is okay but it's not worth the stomach ache you'll have.

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    Great food. Quick service. Just needed some real silverware to make it 5 stars. Thanks again.

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    Jamaica Jamaica

    Jamaica Jamaica

    3.3(166 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I got the beef patty in coco bread. For me it really hit for me. The service and vibes were great …read more Pricing is average, I'll definitely be back

    Jamaica Jamaica has been around forever as a staple to the RTP area, and while the rest of the…read moreworld has been changing, a lot of Jamaica Jamaica has remained the same since I was younger, which I have no problem with! With their big lunch boxes, and delicious food, Jamaica Jamaica got me hooked on Jamaican/Caribbean food and I consider it one of my favorite cuisines. I'd say my Jamaica Jamaica life could be split into 3 segments, in which I would always get the same thing no matter what. My first phase was the curry chicken - such a fantastic dish with chicken that came off the bone, a vibrant curry sauce, and potatoes and carrots to round out the dish. When you paired it with rice, cabbage and plantains, it was an almost perfect meal. My second phase was the curry shrimp, I was always enticed by having a seafood option. The flavors of the curry shrimp were the same as the curry chicken, except the vegetables varied. I enjoyed this dish too, but I would say the biggest issue would be that the shrimp sometimes got really soft after sitting out for some time. My current phase is their Jerk chicken. I would say that their Jerk chicken is unique because they make the chicken, but they let it sit in a sauce that soaks up the seasoning. This is a great topper for my rice, but I think it contributes to the fact that the Jerk chicken is definitely not as flavorful as I know it to be. It misses the mark on bringing the heat, it has some flavor and heat but it is very very mild in my opinion. Generally speaking, I would be aware of the Jerk chicken drying out. This has happened to me on an occasion or two, along with the rice being dry too. Outside the realm of food, I would say the interior could use a little work. The furniture is a bit dated and things are cluttered. However, the staff working there is nice and they always pack the food in a big to-go container, so you can bring it back to the office, and then home because they are not shy about the portions. Glad that hasn't changed!

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    Jamaica Jamaica - Jerk Salmon with rice and peas and cabbage.

    Jerk Salmon with rice and peas and cabbage.

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    Jerk chicken lunch plate with yellow rice & plantains

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    716ers Food

    716ers Food

    3.7(3 reviews)
    4.6 mi

    I've been chasing down this food truck and finally had a chance to try it today at a Food Truck…read morefestival -- disappointed with an exclamation mark! I didn't mind the 15-minute wait but for $16-17...I was expecting a hot and fresh meal. Oh, was I wrong. I went with the 5-wings and fries combo. When I opened my box, there were barely any fries. It consisted of small, burnt, and broken pieces of fries. It was as if they gave me the left over fries from each previous batch. I've been eating fries all my life and know what fresh fries should taste like. This was definitely old fries. Now onto the chicken wings, if this is how wings taste in Buffalo, I'm going to save myself a trip and not visit. It was over cooked and dry. These are supposed to be hot wings and there were barely any sauce on it, more like naked wings to me. If you spend 15-minutes to make my food, do it right or just give me a refund. If you're not going to deliver it like your advertisements, let us know so we can take our money elsewhere. Thanks!

    The food is a cool addition to the triangle. I've had all the littos and most of the wings and they…read moredo not disappoint! The wing flavors are delicious and the littos are crispy and fresh. I do always get an extra sauce however because I'm a sauce person and it's good. The fried crab sticks are a unique touch although my favorite menu items would be the littos! I have since converted to a plant based diet and am pleased to say that the the jerk vegan litto is up to par with the others. It can be spicy though so beware lol. They also now offer a vegan beyond meat litto I am dying to try I just have not gotten around to it. I would say give them a try.

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    Mr Wok

    Mr Wok

    2.7(24 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Pluses: Where else can you find fried crab, Buffalo wings, shrimp tacos, tamales, and General Tso's…read morechicken all in the same place? The servers keep the glasses filled, too. Minuses: Nothing is really very good; you have to wonder about compliance with the health codes when an open crate of plantains is sitting directly in front of the fish tank. Came here for dinner at 7:30 on a Wednesday night. It wasn't very busy, and we could sit down immediately. Atmosphere is nonexistent, but hey--Chinese buffet. As long as you keep that in mind when you're eating, you'll be fine. This is a place to get filled up, cheap, and it doesn't pretend to be anything else. Might be better for lunch--maybe things are fresher?

    Going back a couple of years ago, Mr. Wok was....pretty good. There was variety and the food was…read moretasty. I come back noticing a sign that says "New Mr.Wok" and thought that they had done something to improve the restaurant. Well, first off it was new because the ownership was new. They must've had a different idea in place because the restaurant took a complete 180 spin. Originally, the buffet had 2 long lines of hot food, one of the lines being more authentic than the other and changing depending on the day. Now, there is only 1 line of hot food and it's a mix between authentic Chinese and a more "Americanized" Chinese. Most of the food is fried and the options for vegetables is limited. On the day I came, only green beans were my vegetable options. The food was OK at best. In the back side of the restaurant you can order noodle soups or do mongolian grill or even tacos if the chef is available. They used to do Taiwanese, but not anymore which is something I will miss. The Mongolian grill is new though so I guess that's the substitute for the Taiwanese....which doesn't match in quality. Customer service was definitely a problem during my visit to Mr. Wok. I'm just going to guess that this was just some one time thing due to the recent ownership change in the restaurant, but the woman wouldn't even pay attention to us while we were making our transaction. Overall, I was definitely not impressed. There probably will not be a return visit any time soon especially when there's Hibachi and Super Asian Buffet not too far from my house either.

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    Mr Wok - Yummy fried plantains and fruits for a nutritious last bite.

    Yummy fried plantains and fruits for a nutritious last bite.

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    Dim Sum Asian Bistro - Come to East Coast Asian Bistro with your loved one to celebrate Valentine's Day!!!

    Dim Sum Asian Bistro

    3.8(396 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Our go-to dim sum spot near Chapel Hill!…read more This is a wonderful family-run restaurant that blends modern simplicity with traditional charm. The staff are incredibly friendly and hardworking, and the atmosphere feels both welcoming and authentic. All items are affordable and with reasonable prices! It's the only legit dim sum place near Chapel Hill/Carrboro, about a 25-minute drive for us--and we gladly make the trip almost every week. We simply can't get enough of their food! Warning: Everything on their menu is dangerously addictive. You've been warned! Our Favorites 2. Pork Dumpling (Siu Mai / Siomai) -- Steamed pork in a wonton wrapper, perfectly juicy with just the right balance of pork and vegetables in every bite. A delicious classic done right. 6. Beef Onion Dumpling in Chili Sauce -- One of the best dumplings we've had--and we've been to dim sum spots all over the world! The beef is flavorful and juicy, wrapped in a thin, perfectly chewy skin. The chili sauce complements the filling beautifully without overpowering it. Generous portion, amazing value, flawless execution. 9. Steamed BBQ Pork Bun -- Soft, fluffy buns filled with mildly sweet BBQ pork. Comforting, classic, and delicious every time. 11. Egg Yolk Bun -- Lightly sweet custard filling inside soft steamed buns. The perfect bite of dessert to end your dim sum feast. 16. Bean Skin Stuffed with Pork -- Juicy, lightly seasoned pork wrapped in delicate bean skin. Flavorful but not overpowering--simple and satisfying. 27. Crispy Shrimp Ball -- Juicy and lightly seasoned shrimp goodness inside a crispy ball. They disappeared into the void of my stomach as soon as they touched our table. 28. Crispy Taro Puff with Chicken -- Think of these as bite-sized empanadas with savory, well-seasoned chicken inside--like the best mini chicken pot pies! Crispy, flavorful, and completely addictive. I could easily eat 30 of these! 41. Crispy Beef Onion Pot Sticker -- Pan-fried to golden perfection for that satisfying crunch. The beef and chives inside are juicy and flavorful, and the portions are generous. I dream about these dumplings when I'm asleep. Absolute perfection. Take all my money! The Finishing Touch Dim sum is meant to be enjoyed with tea, and they offer a simple traditional brew that pairs beautifully with every dish. If there's one downside--it's that they're only open Friday through Sunday. We wish they were open all week! Everything on their menu is so good! Best Dimsum and service in Durham!

    Objectively speaking, this is one of the better dim sum options within the area, and is a great…read morelocation to get some of the classic dim sum options. I've had the pleasure of eating some really good dim sum, and while I can admit that the dim sum here will never be as good as places in New York, I can say that they do a decent job and that the experience will be enjoyable for any eater. Rather than delivering dishes on the traditional cart, Dim Sum Asian Bistro uses a menu where you can mark off the dishes that you want. There are a lot of different steamed, fried, and a la carte options that you can choose from. A lot of the basics are done pretty well. They have good pan fried dumplings, shrimp dumplings, shao mai, and coconut pudding. They also have some other, complex dishes that we really enjoy. Their curry powder turnip cake is some of the best out there. The curry flavor pops and the fry is absolutely perfect. Crispy on the outside, but warm and soft on the inside. They also make their chicken feet really well, which is a tough one to do sometimes. I know that there will be some good options. Although Dim Sum Asian Bistro has some good things, they also serve some things that you would just be better off not ordering. They have three different types of rice crepe dishes with meat. Their best is easily the shrimp, and you should stick to that. In fact, I would avoid the beef version at all costs, it is made with a beef paste and the texture was so strange, it was kind of unappetizing! I also think their fried rice could use some work, and I think some items, like their custard buns, could have come from the frozen section. I think my family can be pretty critical about dim sum since it has been a big part of our personal culture. However, sometimes I feel I need to take a step back and look at it broadly. I've come here with some of my friends who don't eat dim sum consistently and they are always wowed by the experience. From that perspective, I can see how this place hits the mark. They serve pretty authentic food and make it taste good. There is always a buzz about the restaurant and people come and go over the weekend. It's no wonder you might have to wait to get a table, Dim Sum Asian Bistro is definitely doing something right!

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