Can't wait to try this place again . Every bite was amazing My favorite was definitely the Mongolian beef and the crab fried rice very flavorful filled with aromatics. Perfectly seasoned. The beef was crispy. The waiter checked in frequently to see if we were enjoying the food. read more

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Juju (9th Street - Durham) Although we live in North Raleigh, we've been spending more time exploring Durham's restaurant scene. This time we tried Juju on 9th Street for lunch. Parking couldn't have been easier. We found a space right out front in the lot off 9th Street and walked straight in. It was a quiet Thursday afternoon, so we were seated immediately. The dining room has an elegant, relaxed feel, and with only a few other diners it made for a peaceful lunch. Lunch for two came to about $80 plus tax and tip, making this one of the more upscale lunches we've had recently. We ordered: * Crispy Brussels Sprouts * Shrimp Dumplings (6) * Mongolian Beef * Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad * Unsweetened iced tea The Food The Crispy Brussels Sprouts were a great start. They were crisp on the outside without being overcooked, and the mint, peanuts, and pickled onions added both texture and freshness. It was also a large enough portion for leftovers. The Shrimp Dumplings were excellent. The flavor was outstanding, and the Thai chili oil, garlic, scallions, and sesame worked beautifully together. My only criticism was the portion size. At six small dumplings, they felt a little pricey for what you receive. The Mongolian Beef was probably the best value of the meal. The beef had a nice sear while remaining tender inside, and the portion was generous enough that we had leftovers for another meal. It had a nice overall flavor as well. The Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad was good, but not quite at the same level. The steak had good flavor, but the cut itself was somewhat chewy. The accompanying rice was simply prepared and didn't add much to the dish. The flavors were enjoyable, although slightly sweeter than my wife prefers. Service Service was excellent. Our server took the time to walk us through each dish, explaining ingredients, spice levels, and preparation so we could choose items that fit our tastes. We especially appreciated her knowledge of the menu and her attentiveness throughout the meal, my iced tea was never empty. Overall Juju offers an attractive setting, excellent service, and several very well-executed dishes. Our biggest challenge was simply that much of the lunch menu leans toward spicier offerings than we typically enjoy. While we probably wouldn't return specifically for lunch, the dinner menu appears to offer a much wider variety of choices that fit our tastes. We'll likely be back to give dinner a try. read more

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I need to return when it's not buffet style but I was able to try a variety of items from that menu. The bread and sour cream butter is actually addictive and really good! General tso's chicken and bok choy was also decent. The hanger steak left more to be desired and the desserts fell a bit short. Overall great service, fast and professional. Beautiful restaurant and well stocked bar! read more

Juju - Menu - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Came here for my birthday without a reservation due to some issues with my other plans and it was awesome! We had the crispy tuna rice to start and it was my favorite dish. we also had the short rib wontons which were yummy. our main was fried rice and Mongolian beef. our server was great and surprised me with a dinner dessert! Will 100% be back! read more

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Delicious-attentive staff-fun vibe ! My friend and I decided to visit Juju early on a Wednesday night. Haven't been here in a few years and glad we came again. We'd hoped to sit outside, but 'patio was closed', so we got a table near the windows instead. Our server was quite attentive and brought one of my longtime favorites crispy Brussels sprouts with pickled onion right away. (It's still a fave!) We also tried spicy tuna bites, which were a disappointment- small dry rice cake under a Hershey's kiss-size tuna. The rest of the meal was up to our memory of Juju.we had the Bing with sour cream butter which was sooo good. We could have had 2 two orders! My friend declared the charred octopus very good and tender, so that was a hit, too. We finished off the night by sharing the brown butter Pot de Creme...delicious and rich. Good Food-Good Service-Good Time read more

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I have always been a fan of Juju's. I used to live very close and now live a little further away. I visited this evening hosting three friends. The food was good as was the service. I was shocked and dismayed, however, when the bill came and there was a $4.76 "credit card surcharge." (No prior notice - no mention on the menu.) Really??? This place is on the expensive side to begin with. Our bill was $170 for four with no alcohol. This turned me right off and I won't be back. read more

We had a wonderful dinner at Juju on a Tuesday night. Thankfully we had reservations because it was pretty busy for dinner. Most of the dishes are tapas style so we ordered a bunch of different things to try! The Mongolian beef was pretty good, it came out hot and crispy and had some potato pieces in it. I do wish that there was a little more beef in the meal and that it came with some rice. Next we got the bomb a** shrimp which also very tasty. The poke came with shrimp chips which was a nice touch and the brussels sprouts had a sauce on it that was a little sweet (almost tasted like fish sauce) which I liked. The last thing we had was the spicy tuna bites, although it tasted very good, it was a bit pricey for only 4 small pieces ($17). Overall, it was a nice dinner while we were in Durham read more

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Had a good, early dinner at Juju in Durham - the food was well prepared & presented. The service was fast & friendly with a pleasant crew contributing with a team effort. The inside is nice & casual, nothing fancy. It did get busy quickly upon opening. I do think the pricing is kinda high given the small plates / small portions. I could also see reservations being necessary, particularly if you go later in the evening. read more

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Juju is the perfect spot for a night out. The ambiance is dark and moody, but perfect to enjoy all the various dishes that are amazing for sharing. It is hard to pick a favorite, I would easily eat all of these dishes again and again. We started with the sweet chili cucumbers, a great combination of sweet and a touch of spice and the crispy brussels sprouts, also on the sweeter side. For our main dishes we enjoyed the garlic ramen noodles and mongolian beef. The ramen had a beautiful presentation, that let's you choose your own combination in every bite. The beef is paired with fingerling potatoes and got rave reviews from the whole table. read more

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Reallyyyyy loved this restaurant! Every.single.thing we ate was delicious. First off, service was friendly, and food was delivered FAST. Our table ordered over 10 dishes, and they were at our table in less than 15 minutes. We ate, drank, and paid the bill in less than an hour. And, it was all fresh and definitely made to order (not sure how they move food here so fast- especially with a packed restaurant). I ordered the pork and chive dumplings, pulled beef short rib wontons, spicy tuna bites, and lemongrass grilled hanger steak. Everything was delicious. My favorite were the wontons- the wonton was light, airy, and crispy, the beef was shredded and tender, and the creamed chevré and pepper-basil jam really complemented the dish nicely. The flavors just worked so well together. The crispy rice with the spicy mayo and the spicy tuna was fresh, spicy, and the perfect bite. Correct ratio of fish to rice was a win for the dish as well. The dumplings had very thin steamed dough, and the soy cause with red chili flakes in it was the perfect dipping sauce. The hanger sauce was juicy and tender and cooked to a perfect medium rare; and the white rice (with seaweed flakes) and cucumber salad (with sweet chilis) were refreshing, and worked well with the dish. I appreciate that each item on the menu is clearly marked if it gluten-free (or can be made gluten-free), and how many pieces of food come in each order (4 vs 5). The ambiance inside is fun, gold accents around and a cool bar scene in the middle of the restaurant. Will definitely be returning here. Didn't take pictures of everything because I was hungry and ate it too fast. Presentation (and taste) was 10/10 on every dish. read more

Juju - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Juju, in a lot of ways, was a highhly satisfying experience. As someone who typically doesn't enjoy fusion-type foods, instead opting for a more authentic experience, I wasn't expecting much from Juju. This is especially the case when accounting for a steep price tag. That being said, after a nice evening on their outdoor balcony seating, many of my reservations were overcome. The food tasted good, and in the case of the octopus salad, even surpassed expectations. However, it didn't quite reach a 5 star experience. Flavors seemed simple and expected, and outside of the octopus, I caught myself saying "I could make this at home" just a bit too often. I'm not sure that this is going to be a place I would come back to, given my preferences, but it certainly was good enough. read more

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What a wonderful place this is. We were greeted right away and asked if we wanted to sit indoors or outdoors. Since we had just been outdoors for 6 hours, indoors with the AC was the only option. Our waiter, Kai, asked about any food allergies and also explained that the food is meant to be shared, like tapas. We started with the shrimp dumplings which come with six scrumptious dumplings in a slightly spicy sauce. After the dumplings we ordered garlic noodles. The noodles were accompanied by marinated cabbage, bean sprouts and scallions as well as crispy garlic pieces. Another scrumptious dish. My husband is quite thirst most of the time and they took very good care of him by almost instantaneously having another drink ready for him. For dessert we had the Japanese donuts which comes with a whipped cream, berry and chocolate crumble. They are very similar to beignets. They were cloud-like and had the most delicate flavor. You ate it with the berry cream mixture and it was sooo good. It was a little bit pricey but most worth it. Next time we are in Durham we will definitely pay this restaurant another visit. read more

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We went to Juju to shake things up a bit last night (Friday). We were greeted by a wonderful smile and sat quickly. It was bumping with business and people were dressed from casual to nicely dressed.This place is definitely well rounded. Our server was very knowledgeable and had great recommendations.I got the strawberry sake cocktail- it was not too sweet or tart. We then proceeded to get the pork buns- highly recommend especially if you like sweet and spice with a warm bun! Then the Tuna Poke. The tuna comes overnight from Hawaii, and was definitely worth every bite! Last but not least we got the Pork Ribs- they fell off the bone and were not dry and flavorful. Loved every moment here with my one and only, and we will be back with my shake date. read more

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I brought my friends who were visiting from out of town here and we had a fantastic dinner. We were a mix of vegetarians, pescatarians and meat eaters and there was something for everyone. The bok choy is a must try, it was the most surprisingly flavorful and unique appetizer I've ever tasted. The crispy potatoes and bomb shrimp were my second favorites like I'd come back just to try all of these again. We also got the drunken noodles, ramen, mushroom curry, octopus and tuna app, all of which were so worth it! Everything was seasoned to perfection without being too overwhelming, a lot of the flavors were more elevated than traditional fare and I can't wait to come back!! Parking was easy, ambience was perfect, I'd drop by for a birthday dinner and the yuzu cheesecake and bao doughnuts were a great way to the end the meal though tbh I'd go for dessert elsewhere. read more

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Everything was amazing! We ordered a lot and shared it. It had a nice vibe and the staff was so nice. read more

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Super delicious fusion Asian food! We especially enjoyed the brussel sprouts and they had such a good crunch and sweetness. The wontons are very ginger forward, so if you're not a ginger fan I would skip on this one. The only dish I would replace would be the crispy rice tuna. Wasn't anything spectacular to me especially for the price. The desserts were delicious, our waitress was very kind, and overall it was a positive experience. Free parking in the Harris teeter lot. We made a reservation for Wednesday evening and they were actually pretty full. Loved the interior design and vibes as well. read more

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great date or gno spot! the vibey, large dining room sets the perfect tone for intentional drink and small plates. I made a reservation in advance for a girlfriend and I, we were seated right on time. I started with an off the menu lychee martini which was delicious. For bites, the two of us went with the brussel sprouts (absolute must order), cucumbers, charred octopus, tuna bites, and pork belly buns. We probably could've done with one less plate and still had plenty of food. Standouts for me were definitely the brussel sprouts and octopus. For all the hype the tuna bites get I felt indifferent. read more

Juju - Charred Octopus - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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If you're looking for a really good tapas restaurant, JuJu is for you! Each dish was the perfect size for 2-3 people to share. There was a really good variety on the menu, and everything sounded amazing. It was hard to pick only a few dishes, but I don't think you can go wrong. Everything was delicious!! My personal favorites were the bomb a** shrimp and the brussel sprouts. The restaurant was a little dark, but it had a great atmosphere for a boujee night out. Our server was kind & attentive. Highly recommend and hope to be back soon! read more

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Wow, such good food. Everything I had was really delicious. It was very crowded and we got seated pretty late but the bing bread made it all worth it. The vibes inside are so cute and the menu has so many amazing options. The cucumber salad, bok choy, and bing bread were definitely the highlights of what we got. read more

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The food came out so fast! My partner and I literally had like 7 dishes and we ate and paid in less than an hour. Our waitress was amazing and she gave us excellent service. The ambiance and set up of the restaurant was beautiful! read more

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Everything we had was great! Great bartender with great recommendations to start. The drinks were really good. I got the pink drink was nothing like I've ever had before! The mushroom soup was very tasty filled with mushrooms. The scallops were delicious and the steak had great flavor. The bartender convinced me to get the donut dessert and it did not disappoint! Highly recommend! read more

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Attended a lovely dinner by invitation of research team and enjoyed an awesome menu. The staff were prompt and friendly. The restrooms are clean & stocked with cotton swabs, paper towels. The cocktails are potent & tasty. I've never been here, but I would return. The area is a bit busy, but nice. Unika B. & Co. read more

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Went here not that long ago and had a delicious lunch with a photographer buddy of mine...Wait staff was great and the ambience was amazing. .will definitely be breaking a return trip.. Food was delicious and wasn't overly expensive...Nice sized portions.. read more

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This place was so good. The food is delicious. Very clean and great atmosphere. Staff are very friendly. No substitutions but it was ok. We tried the entire lunch menu. I'll definitely be going back. read more

We tried Juju for the first time with friends the other night and it was 10/10! The staff were so friendly and service was extremely quick even with the multiple small dishes we ordered to share. Everything we ordered was delicious! The perfect place for a cozy date night or fun night with friends! read more

Food: 4 Service: 1 Went in for lunch. Place not busy at all -- maybe 6 small tables of 2 or 3. Server interrupted...and interrupted...and interrupted. Friend ordered the Midnight Clove cocktail and I ordered a G&T with Conniption gin. Server returned to interrupt us and say they were "out of" the Midnight Clove cocktail. Friend ordered something else. Server returned to interrupt us and say they were out of Conniption gin-- which is made literally a mile and a half away. Another server interrupted our conversation to deliver something we hadn't ordered.... They just seemed surprised and completely unprepared to be in business. Food was great, though, especially the soup and the best tofu I've ever had. Bahn mi was served on soft bread a bit like ciabatta --I'd have preferred the more traditional crusty bread. read more

I was visiting family in the area and they had been talking about coming here before I even got to town. We came in and the hostess already knew them and greeted us and was so welcoming. Our waiter was very attentive and answered all the questions I had about the menu. The best part of the menu is all of the substitutions and accommodations with the menu notating dishes that have shellfish, are gluten free or vegan. We ordered a few different things because they came as small plates and it was plenty of food for the 3 of us. Everything was very flavorful and had a nice kick! The next time I'm in town this will definitely be on my list of places to visit. read more

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This is absolutely one of my favorite restaurants when I want a good meal, but want a variety of options. My favorite thing on the menu are the beef short rib wontons! I could eat three orders of those by themselves. Every server that I've had as friendly and knowledgeable. I've been for lunch and dinner and each time the restaurant has great vibes and decor. It's one of my places I'd love to bring friends or family visiting from out of town. read more

Tried to get a reservation here but our timing was bad (it just happened to be Parent's Weekend when we were in town so nary a table was to be found) so we opted for takeout. A bit sad since the takeout menu is limited from the dine-in menu but we still found plenty to taste and love! No complaints about any of the selections but the brussel sprouts, baos, and General Tso's tofu were absolute standouts! Sadly we were so hungry I forgot to take pictures! read more

Great food and service. We tried a bunch of items off the menu and all of it was very good! You can tell a lot of thought was put into each dish because everything was very flavorful. read more

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Nice cozy spot for tapas. While the menu did offer some more traditionally Asian options, it also spanned into the more fusion side with semi experimental dishes and unique flavors. Everything was cooked while well and was very fresh, but between dishes some were definitely better than others with varying levels of packed flavor wise, though this may be due to personal preferences. Tapas and all sizes were great, allowing for easy sharing and tasting while keeping it light to get a good variety in. The interior was large yet decorated in a way creating a cozy environment. While h appreciate some dim lighting, personally felt it was a tad too dim, making it difficult to even read the menu depending where you were seated. Seating was plentiful, great for groups small or large. The service was incredibly friendly and prompt. Dishes were served as prepared, which is great for tapas, though be careful ordering too much without pacing as it all may flood your table at once. Pricing was fair though definitely slightly in the higher side read more

We had just gotten off a flight at dinner time, and Yelp gave us the suggestion of this great spot in downtown Durham. It is a gorgeous, low key space. The hostess that seated us at the bar could not have been nicer or more accommodating, the guy at the door, meh, not so much. My husband loved his bourbon cocktail with blueberries, but I was not as impressed with my Sangria. The food, though! We ordered the bomb a$$ shrimp, crispy Brussel Sprouts & Potatoes and the Charred Octopus. Every dish was delicious perfection. The jicama and herb salad served with the (perfectly cooked ) octopus was so delightfully fresh and out of the ordinary. This was honestly the best meal we have had out in a good long while. We would be happy to return! read more

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Came for a group celebration and they were very kind and accommodating to our table, even offering to take a picture of the group. We shared several plates which were all incredible but we especially loved the flavor of the bok choy. The desserts blew me away even more than the dinner dishes. I especially loved the bruleed yuzu lemon curd. Highly recommend this spot. read more

Great food and amazing drinks, highly recommend the midnight clove ( similar to old fashion) read more

Juju - Midnight clove - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Very nice restaurant for date nights! Definitely recommend getting a reservation because it can be very busy and hard to get a table. We ordered 4 plates between the two of us and shared each of them. The portions are smaller and meant to be shared. Everything seemed pretty expensive for what we got except the Brussel sprouts plate was massive. That was definitely our favorite thing. The tuna bites also tasted great. They do a really good job at gluten free! my biggest negative was that the bone marrow had the smallest amount of marrow I have had in a bone before. I do not know if it was a bad order from the butcher but it was disappointing. The bread that came with it though was incredible. read more

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The reason this gets 3 stars is because the short ribs were delicious. That's it. The garlic ramen noodles were fine. It didn't have a ton of flavor in it which was disappointing. The banh mi sandwich disappointed. I thought for sure that would be my favorite thing. The meat was super dry and I had a hard time chewing it. I v ordered two mocktails and one was delicious and the other tasted like straight up apple cider vinegar. Didn't finish that one. Was planning on going back to try for dinner but it was so disappointing to me that I don't think I will anymore. read more

The service was excellent, the ambiance was relaxing without being too loud, and the food was amazing as always. Juju never disappoints and is always a great spot for dinner with friends or family. read more

Stopped in for a lunch right at opening time we were greeted with smiling faces. Our service has been extremely attentive and the food so far is amazing! Lots of gluten-free options as well as vegan and vegetarian. The cocktails look amazing.!! read more

Juju - Empty plates speak for themselves!! Great service and great food with a lot of gluten free options. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I've wanted to try this restaraunt so long and I had high expectations based on the reviews. While I loved the ambiance and decor and the service was great too, the food was disappointing. I was expecting small, tapas-style portion sizes, but I wasn't expecting each dish to be $20 or more. That's about how much you'd pay for a full sized entree at any other restaraunt, so it kind of felt like a scam to pay that much for just a few bites of food. My friend and I shared the shrimp dumplings, drunken noodles, and general tso chicken. Each dish tasted good, but they were hard to enjoy because of how excessively oily they were. Maybe I'm just not used to eating such oily things, but I felt very unwell after this meal which kind of ruined the whole experience for me. I really wanted to love this place, but paying over $20 for a few very oily bites of food just does not feel right. read more

Juju - NC Shrimp Dumplings - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

My daughter and I decided on Asian for dinner tonight after attending an event in Durham earlier in the evening. We didn't have a reservation, and decided to sit at the bar so not to rush at a table that they needed in an hour and a half. Brie was awesome! She made my drink before I even blinked. We started with several bites, that came out staggered, which was perfect for timing. All of them were really good. The Pulled Beef Short Rib Wontons had a variety of flavor profiles and were excellent. The Pan-Seared Shrimp Wontons were excellent too. I wasn't the biggest fan of the Hand-Smashed Potatoes, but I did like them. The Glazed Pork Belly Buns were actually really good, I don't always like the bun. We ordered an entree, The Spicy Garlic Ramen Noodles. Very flavorful and spicy. Everything was very good and prepared perfectly. The service was great. The ambiance is cozy. Music playing, dimly lit, lots of tables and some booths, you can be dressy or casual. read more

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