What a cute place! Reminds me of Asheville or Austin!! Dan was really friendly and helpful to us as…read morefirst timers. They have specialty coffees, beers on tap, hot and cold sandwiches, soups and salads. Our sandwiches were soooo good! Looking forward to next time!!

Met my bestie here for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. Parked on the street because I didn't…read morerealize that they have a dedicated parking lot but it was free so I was unbothered by it. As you enter there is a sign that tells you to go look at the menu board, pick out your drink, and go back to the counter to order. I grabbed a diet coke, and ordered a Common Cobb. I was a bit surprise when my total came to $18, as my salad was only $14 but I guess I should have paid attention that my bottle of soda was over $3. How much are the fountain drinks, I wonder? I found us a table inside since it was a bit hot that day (there is also plenty of seating outside AND inside if you go downstairs). The table and floor were messy but someone quickly came to clean it for me. They called our names over the loudspeaker and my best friend went to go get our food. She got the MotherClucker. Our food was REALLY good. If you like Cobb salad, you will definitely like this one. The chicken was pan seared perfectly, the vinaigrette was perfectly tangy and the bleu cheese was especially excellent. My friend's chicken sandwich has SO MUCH chicken salad on it. Impressive. There was so many neat items to see in the place. The murals were great, there were some cute retail spaces, a coffee bar up front, a bar downstairs, and ice cream outside! Unfortunately my bestie and I had too much to talk about so we didn't check it out as much as I otherwise wood. I would definitely try this place again!

Yall I hate to let the cat out of the bag on this local spot... but I need to spread the word and…read moreshare the wealth... I know I know... its going to make this place even busier and risk of selling out before 1pm...... But I need to speak up.... Ideals is an institution in Durham... it stays low key... but you cant miss it cause if you drive by when its open.. there is usually a like wrapped around the to the corner and beyond even 30 mins before the doors open. So keep that in mind... I like how they opened up the window a lil more to give a teaser to everyone who is patiently waiting in line and hangry of their works of delicious art! Yes you can see the grill going, the line cooks prepping your sandwich, than being cut and wrapped right infront of you while youre waiting in the long ass line hangry and mouth watering .... its a serious mind FK and tease and love it! lol My go to here is the Chopped Cheese with Garlic Mayo and extra hot peppers .. so damn good! Oh and guess what.. .they make their own bread inhouse and its amazing. Love the little shop they have inside with some hard to find canned seafood items! So if you come here...be prepared to wait inline like a black Friday deal and come semi hungry ... cause these sandos are filling as fuk... but you will be hangry waiting in line

Man, WHAT A SANDWICH! I got the chicken cutlet sandwich with prosciutto (Uncle Primo's Chicken…read moreCutlet), and it absolutely did not disappoint. Easily one of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time!!! The chicken cutlet was delicious, the prosciutto added a great salty flavor, and the whole thing just worked. I would absolutely go back just for this sandwich. The only downside was the wait. We stood in line for about 45 minutes in the heat, and since it's a pretty small spot with no real waiting area, it can be a rough experience during the summer. There also wasn't any shade or any umbrellas, so standing outside for that long was definitely brutal (highly recommend they add a couple umbrellas or covering to help). That said... what a sandwich. The food was good enough that I'd happily come back and wait again. I'd just recommend going on a cooler day or being prepared to stand outside for a while.

I don't know how I've never eater at Parker and Otis before, man I've been missing out!!…read more I was the first in line on a lovely Saturday afternoon, but wow that quickly changed. By the time I placed my order, at least 10 other people had come in. Since it was my first time, I asked for suggestions, Randy was so helpful. I was so hungry and everything sounded really good. I ordered the Shrimp BLT, a Fluffernutter Latte and a Ham & Cheese Croissant (for breakfast tomorrow). Oh my stars, the Shrimp BLT was pure perfection, every bite. The coffee was so good. There's plenty of seating inside and outside! It's super cute inside. The store part has all the cutest and neatest stuff and the food part has so many options. They even have grab and go items. They serve breakfast until 2:30. I'm already planning my next visit!!! Shoutout to Brian for making sure I had a great experience as well!!

Stopped into Parker & Otis on a Saturday morning while exploring Durham, and it was absolutely…read morebustling! It's a really fun store to wander through if you enjoy browsing. They have a huge variety of items--from home goods and specialty foods to books, toys, kitchen items, and unique gifts. If you're specifically looking for locally made Durham souvenirs, there aren't a ton of local artisan items, but there are still some fun Durham-themed finds. I picked up an adorable "Meet Me in Durham" sticker that made the perfect keepsake from my summer here. Definitely worth stopping in if you're downtown and have some time to explore. Plan for a crowd on Saturday mornings, but it's part of the lively atmosphere!

I'm not a huge fast food fan, but we were driving from GA to DC and stopped here. Store/bathroom…read morewas super clean which I always appreciate. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Won't be back but thought I'd drop a good review for those working here today!

I am a huge jersey Mike's fan. I moved to Oxford from Fayetteville, North Carolina where I used to…read moreorder Jersey Mike's at least twice a week for lunch. I just began my vegetarian journey and decided to get a portobello mushroom sub from Jersey Mike's for lunch here in Oxford. I ordered extra portobello mushrooms, and extra cheese on my sub. However, when I went to pick up my sub. I noticed that it was slacking in portobello mushrooms, and the extra cheese that I paid for the store is clean. It's brand new very inviting atmosphere. The workers were very welcoming and very nice. However, this does not excuse not giving the customer the value of what they paid for I think from now on if I want Jersey Mike's for lunch, I will just have to take the time and watch them prepare my sub in person.

We passed by American Hero many times but never tried it. We saw the sign out front promoting the…read morePhilly Steak & Cheese Sub yesterday. So we stopped to give it a try but didn't know what to expect. Long story short, we are soooo happy we stopped at American Hero! The sub was DELICIOUS! The fries were, too. The wings were good, but that sub.... uhm, uhm, uhm, I've never had a sub that tasted like that! The bread for the sub was so fresh! I 10/10 recommend the sub, loaded! Also, the fruit punch was very good, too! We dined in. The staff were very kind! We will definitely be going back for more subs but to also try their pizza!

Meh. Nothing special. I stopped in due to the four star rating. Did not look like much from the…read moreoutside or when I walked in, but that rarely clouds my opinion. I enjoy a tasty local dive. The person who took my order looked like the owner. Friendly and provided a recommendation of the chicken Philly- his favorite. It was decent- just nothing special. I wouldn't avoid the place but I wouldn't recommend it.

Awesome brisket it's the best ever! The brisket is absolutely Devine and the bbq sauce is the…read moreperfect blend of tangy and sweet. Brought it home and we devoured this brisket. Better than the (you know the restaurants where is all dehydrated and cold) overhyped barbecue places in North Carolina there is NO comparison The Mac and cheese reminded me of my grandma. I will be searching them out on Facebook to get more of this fantastic bbq :)

Very good BBQ. I had the Heartstopper, and it was great. Huge portions of their brisket and pulled…read morepork on a bun. Delicious. I wish they had a restaurant. Highly recommend.

Nosh is great for a quick, casual lunch. I got the Everything's a Veggie (roasted brussel sprouts,…read morecarrots, grilled peppers, spinach mixed greens, and cilantro vinaigrette). It was really good! I liked the combination of veggies; the vinaigrette was on the sweeter side, but not bad. This meal was catered so service and ambiance not applicable. 9/10 would recommend!

Best American breakfast you can get in Durham - I order the Slammer every time and it is the best…read morebreakfast combo platter you can get! Service is friendly and the rooftop seating is great

I wish this place would catch on! I love the concept. Interesting / fusion burgers and wings. I've…read morehad the 1951 burger several times and it's very good. Flavorful, patty cooked well. Their mimita fries are also very good - seasoned well, more like a cross between thick wedges and curly fries. I haven't had their coffee or drinks. Cute space - unfortunately typically empty. Okay service. Check this place out - it's a bummer to see this particular space in Golden Belt not popping!

19FiftyOne is a brand new concept restaurant in Golden Belt (where J Lights used to be). I was a…read morehuge fan of J Lights and having more options for food in the Golden Belt campus, so I am very excited for this place and really want it to succeed. So far, they haven't had a "grand opening" and it seems like most business either comes from people working in Golden Belt or people ordering from Hi Wire. I know they were initially rolling out very slowly and they seem to add more items to the menu every couple of months. The name comes from the year that Ethiopia participated in the Korean War, and represents a fusion of Ethiopian and Korean foods from the chefs of Gorsha and the former Kaffienate coffee shop downtown. (I will admit that I don't love the name with the numbers and letters written out as I have a hard time finding it when searching for the menu or social handles). The menu started with mostly African influences but slowly has started adding more Asian dishes as well. The space looks very similar to how J Lights looked but they have also changed enough that it feels different. They still have the large fridges, some of which are filled with various beverages. I do hope that they will offer grab-and-go selections and a micro-bottle shop like JLights had. Most people get their food to go but I could see how it could have a good vibe for studying. The staff is also very friendly and eager to answer any questions. They do serve breakfast which is really great! The coffee is delicious and strong (which is great since there aren't other coffee options in Golden Belt). They also have breakfast sandwiches that are very large-- I took one back to my office and I will say that it was hard to eat at my desk. As far as other menu items I am impressed with the price for the portions (and I would love to see them do a lunch special similar to Cugino Forno next door). The fries are delicious (I have no idea how they get the to spiral) and I really like the spices in the ketchup. The wings are also really good, especially the Korean and mango-berbere flavors. They just updated their menu with new sandwiches and salads and I the chicken bulgogi sandwich is up there with Eascut for my favorite chicken sandwich in Durham! This place has huge potential and I hope the continue to expand their menu and other offerings (would love to see some cocktails as well!) Right now this is a hidden gem but I don't expect that will last long.

Cheap, delicious, and polite workers I got a hot dog and…read morefries for just eleven dollars it's very cheap Nice for kids who get out of school to go eat They're a a school down the street all the students come to cus they can afford it The workers like to give them free stuff Like drinks, or food when they don't have enough Very polite, and quick with the food And the outside may not look the best But they for sure have the best food 10/10 will be eating they're again

Really good service for a mom & pops type of place. Rustic seating. Ye ole' country style setting…read more I decided to try the chili-slaw hotdog. It had great reviews on a site referring to the best hotdogs in NC. I couldn't make up my mind between the beef or pork, so I got one of both. The red dog wasn't bad, but the texture did not suit my tastes. The pork dog was bangin' y'all! I had them both dressed all the way. The onion rings were stupidly delicious The couple sitting next to me had the Shrimp Po'boy. They shredded that bad boy like it was their last meal ...said it was loaded down and also hitting in all the right places'! It was a beautiful day for outside seating and they have a canopy overhead as well. So...there ya go. Thumbs up folks!

The sandwiches at Alimentari were so flavorful! One was a caprese with prosciutto and the other was…read morea meat with arugula (I don't remember the name). It was so delicious- I will be back for another sandwich! One thing to note is that they bring you a large jug of water for the table, so you refill your own water.

Bottom line: Great little cafe/bistro brunch stop here, I enjoyed my visit to Alimentari at Mothers…read more& Sons. The frittata I had did the trick but I really enjoyed the follow up items of the biscuit and the polenta lime cookies with my coffee afterwards as well. Very helpful and friendly service. The Deets: I looked on my trusty Yelp app to see about a good place to catch breakfast before going to the Durham Amtrak station to start a Saturday of adventure with some friends. I found Alimentari at Mothers & Sons and saw that their weekend brunch started at 9am, perfect. I had experienced a wonderful dinner at the main Mothers & Sons right next door to Alimentari so I had a good vibe coming into trying it out. The outside is pretty nondescript except Mothers & Sons on the windows. Upon entering, Alimentari gives a great casual but nice feel as a combination cafe and bistro type impression. I was greeted quickly and cheerfully with water and menus as the server took my drink order to start. I decided on this visit to go with the frittata with prosciutto, caramelized onions, and Caciocavallo cheese. I liked this choice a lot, perfect portion and delicious but I wish I had more of the prosciutto flavor coming through. Throughout this meal, my servers were very positive, helpful, and always made sure I had what I needed. I decided to investigate the pastries items I saw on their bar. There are pinwheels they have on a plate they offer as a free treat, I sampled one and liked it a lot. The large cookies under the glass cake cover caught my eye. My servers described the polenta and lime cookies that were one of the selections and I had to go with those with some coffee, as well as trying one of their plain biscuits from the menu. The biscuit was large, still warm, and baked perfection (not overbaked or underdone). I would not call it a strictly "Southern style biscuit" but it was delicious and I think I would love one here with sausage and egg on future visits. I could have done with less salt on the top though, again a small thing to me. The polenta and lime cookies were a great surprise, I enjoyed these a lot with my coffee and so glad I tried them...very soft and flavorful with just a hint of crunch here and there from the polenta. I recommend them to round off your brunch experience here. I'd say 4.5 stars for food but the great service I received while here rounds them up to an even 5 stars, good breakfast/brunch stop!