This is a seat yourself spot with QR codes at the table to order food and drinks. They have few different sections to sit with lots of tables. This was my first time sitting inside since it was such a cold day. Food came out very fast and was good. The Burrito Bowl is a lot of food, and I had plenty for leftovers. read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

We are all entitled to our own opinions, right? Well here's mine: Parking: 5 Location: 5 Decor/ambiance: 5 Customer Service: 5 This is one of Durham's best-kept secrets. If everyone knew about this spot, then there would be a line that stretched from Durham to Florida. read more

This place has it all, a garden outdoor seating area, fresh and flavorful Korean food, and a great vibe! You order on your phone and they bring your food to you, server was super friendly and It's the perfect spot to chill and hangout with your friends or spend a free night. Would totally be a regular at Namu if I lived near it! read more

Namu - Shrimp tempura gimbap - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

An amazing environment involving a garden, cafe and beer hall. Price is good, portion is a lot, and it's tasty. One suggestion: could you offer soup options? read more

Kind of confusing place to pick your food up from but I will say the bulgogi was AMAZING. They should have signs or clearer directions because it's almost like two separate places that don't say where to go in to pick up the order read more

Stopped in for coffee this morning and the lattes were delicious and unique. I got a red velvet latte with oat milk. The staff were very friendly. The front doors they want you to use seem to have switched locations. I enjoy this place! read more

See all

When I'm hungry, this is my go to spot! There is a variety of dishes you can order, including bibimbap, rolls, quesadillas, fries. I always stick to the bibimbap because it is a large quantity and comes with a variety of vegetables, flavorful tofu, and of course, the best part, all the different sauces you can pick between. I wish I could tell you what my favorite sauce was, but I always use them all so I haven't been able to differentiate.This is a great place to gather with friends because there's something for everyone to eat. There are also great vibes around with games available such as foosball darts, a variety of board games and lots of space to hang out with your friends and have one of the many beers that they have available there. Everything is through QR codes that are available at the table. You can order your meal there and expect to have it within five minutes. read more

Asian infusion restaurant with really unique entres. They have Asian sushi burritos, Korean quesadillas where you can pick your own protein and so much more. They also have a great selection of beers. You can also get up and go pick out your sauces which I always enjoy doing. I came with friends and was glad to see they had seating for groups. You have to scan in their QR code for menu and to order but I guess many restaurants are going that direction. I would definitely come back and try their other menu items for sure. Very cool place. read more

See all

This place offers a great amount of seating wether thats wanting to enjoy the weather outside around beautiful bamboo or staying inside where its dimly lit with the feel of a coffee shop. The bar area has an open seating perfect for a group of friends. I was only able to try the coffee shop which is located in what almost felt like the end of a maze once inside the restaurant which i enjoyed walking through. Its a very unique place with lots to see and sit at also allowing people to enjoy coming for a hangout soot or simply just to do work from "home". I will say ill have to come back and review it better once I am able to try the food and drinks! read more

See all

We absolutely love the outdoor spaces here. If it's a nice day and you're having a rough week this is exactly what you need. They have a great indoor space as well. The Beer hall is also fantastic because you can have a night out with friends while sampling lots of fantastic beer, they also serve you food in the beer hall so everything is covered. I love that you can order at your table, it's so much easier. They food is always great, I can't come here without getting the kimchi pancakes and the galbi. There's really something for everyone. The drinks are inventive and delicious, we love trying the new coffee concoctions. The staff is very friendly as well. 100/10 read more

See all

Came here for the first time, we've heard really good things about this place and the ambience is nice, its super chill inside. Depending on the vibe you want you can hang out in the bar side or the cafe side. They have a decent amount of beers on tap and plenty of TV's around to watch sports, etc. They also have a few games, including darts, video games and some board games. We ordered food and the food was excellent, no complaints about that. We sat on the bar side for our experience. So here's why I'm giving this place three stars. When I was ready to order some drinks I made my way to the bar to try some beers, once that was done I made my choice, and couldn't add it to my tab so I had to pay for it at the bar. I was charged a service fee for me having to obtain my drinks. Once we were ready to order food they tack on another service fee. So they are charging service fees for little to no service, nothing exceptional. The workers are merely performing their basic duties. Overall cool place, just be aware of the hidden fees. read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

| Overview + Enjoyable Bibimbap & other healthy Korean food + Various sauces add flavors well + QR code on each table makes it easy to order + Wonderful indoor & outdoor ambiance - Ridiculous service fees for what exactly? - Overpriced food - Canned soda for $2.50 | Full Review In our first visit to Namu, my girl & I went around 9 PM, and only 1 side of its inviting dining area was open. A manager told us to go to that area when we entered in the cafe side of the building opposite of that. There's a QR code on each table, and we can order from there. Pretty convenient. This dining area was chill & casual, with large television screens on one end of the wall, a bar slightly across, a couple of arcade machines close to our bench table, and lights that reminded me of Itaewon's night life and Taipei's casual dining spots. I scanned the QR code on our table with my Iphone & thought the whole ordering process went smoothly. I ordered the Bibimbap which, based on the description, was Korean BBQ with chilled veggies, fried rice & topped with egg. My girl ordered the Joe's Special, which was Korean BBQ served over white rice, japchae & spring mix. Their base prices were $15.50 for the Bibimbap & $19.25 for the Joe's Special. However, we still had to add the protein: +$2.50 for beef on Bibimbap & +$1 for Spicy Pork. The description of the base order said it included Korean BBQ but to add the "BBQ" part, we still had to pay extra?! On top of that, we were charged $6+ "Service Fee". At that moment, I was thinking, "Oh, tip is already prepaid before we got our food", but in retrospect, I wondered, what "service" was this "Service Fee" for exactly? The only interaction with a server we had was when she brought both our orders to our table and told us that we could get water & sauces to the one spot at the center, close to the bar. So pretty much, we had to self-serve our sauces & water - which we didn't mind - but still had to pay "Service Fee" over the overpriced food truck-quality Korean food. Don't get me wrong: we enjoy good food truck-quality foods, and Namu was able to provide that experience with the Bibimbap & Joe's Special that we ordered. The ingredients tasted heathy & fresh; as we shared each other's food, we both enjoyed the spicy pork more than the beef along with the spicy sauce, a less spicy barbecue sauce & a soy sauce-like sauce that went well with our dishes. There were a few other sauces we didn't try but it's nice that Namu lets its customers adjust the flavors with these sauces. The beef wasn't as marinated as we liked, so we had to add sauces to give it flavor. My girl didn't like how the veggies were cold, but I told her that's how they're really made. Overall, as Korean food enthusiasts, both orders were satisfying, but were they really worth their prices? There are clearly other Korean restaurants in the Triangle NC that can either offer better quality for similar price or similar quality for less price, with much better customer service. A canned soda here cost $2.50, and the options for non-alcoholic, non-cafe beverages are limited. So, what does Namu do better than those restaurants? Being open until 10PM on a Saturday night instead of the common 9PM closing hour matters for people -like us- who tend to eat dinner after 9 on some nights. So that's 1 good thing about Namu, but in my opinion, the main reason logical customers would pick Namu over other spots is its wonderful ambiance - both inside and, especially, outside. Namu has a beautiful garden area for dining, and when we passed there after we ate, we were astonished to see how they looked ideal for casual dates, thanks to the water feature, plants, and well-lit areas. The tables outside also have QR codes on them, so I guess they could bring the orders to you outside if you decide to eat there. Namu's ambiance makes it an ideal spot for drinking, watching sports & socializing with friends while eating healthy Korean food. It's in a nice, secluded location, right across the New Hope Commons shopping area, where Wal Mart & other stores & a few restaurants are located, so it's a convenient location for people living close to this area. Namu also has a cafe section that serves a good selection of coffee & tea but it was already closed when we went there. If you're craving for fresh Bibimbap and don't mind the ridiculous "Service Fee", Namu's got it. Just don't expect to get excellent customer service. Honestly, we felt hesitant to order more because we knew service fee would be added again. Next time we crave for Korean food, we'd probably explore farther options, with actual grills on tables and better customer service, even if they don't have a fancy garden. | Overall Score: 3/5 read more

See all

Ordered the peach cobbler affogato and peach matcha and they were incredible! They don't have food until lunch time which I was surprised about. But the coffee was incredible read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

Excellent food and drinks. I had a little trouble ordering, but the staff was very helpful and friendly with me getting my order right. Quiet atmosphere with plenty of seating. read more

Food spam gimbap fire Yuzu sparkling soda fire Munching on the shavings as I type I don't even eat for real and I didn't even inside with this read more

Namu - Yuzu Sparkling Water gimbap - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Great food...Very filling and very pleasant staff.....and nice ambiance...Me and my Buddy Matin definitely enjoyed our meal and the drink was very refreshing. .. read more

See all

Absolutely to most tasty food around. Consistent service and an easy ordering interface make it an easy choice for when people visit us. Chill vibe and a cool outdoor seating area. Perfect for many occasions. read more

Namu - Burrito Bowl! - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I visited Namu for a large-party work event, (so maybe not the most accurate representation of their individual dishes), and while I enjoyed their drinks, the food fell short of expectations. The bulgogi, spicy pork, chicken were all decent and tender, but the marinate seemed generic and lacked additional depth. Maybe my slice was an outlier but the spicy pork quesdilla could have had a more even pork to cheese ratio. The japchae was chewy but wish it had more of the traditional veggies (spinach, mushrooms) in addition to the carrots. The kimchi pancake packed a lot of kimchi which I appreciated! I do like how they have different sauces for you to mix and match! For drinks, the matcha mule was pretty good with the vodka and the sweetness level, but matcha flavors were a little lacking. They have a wide range of beers and ciders, including flights and other locally brewed options. The place can accomodate large parties and has two parking lots. The dim lighting and fairy lights remind me of pocha places but the 6 TVs gave it a beer haul vibe as well. read more

See all

This is a great place. The atmosphere is incredibly relaxed. A little unorthodox with the ordering style. You go in and seat yourself and scan the QR code to order and pay. They bring the food to you where you eat and can leave. The food is pretty incredible though and the miso banana bread latte was heaven. They also do events so I took a brochure for if (fingers crossed) my brother in law could check out for a wedding venue. read more

Namu - Miso banana bread latte - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

The two dishes we got were fantastic and I got a sunset drink and it was quite delicious and my husband got a juicy IPA beer and it was great we will definitely go back again when we're in the area!!! read more

See all

Definitely don't judge this book by it's cover! The outside looks quite sketch, but well worth your entry. It's a little bit of an enigma with it being a Korean Mexican fusion along with a beer garden but somehow it works. Was able to meet my daughter there today for lunch and we both had bulgogi bowls that were overflowing basically with protein. Very flavorful they have about six types of sauces however none of them were quite spicy enough for me but again they were all flavorful and added to the dish. I would definitely come back here and try many of their other dishes. The bulgogi I had had the Korean beef I added a side of spicy chicken which by the way was only an extra dollar I mean come on are you kidding me? It was full of rice greens pickled radish all kinds of other delicious flavors Plus over easy fried egg on top. This will be a place that I will definitely suggest to my daughter the next time we're in town. read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

I realized I hadn't updated my review in a long time. This place never disappoints. There is a wide variety of options for both food and drinks. The ordering process is smooth and everything came out promptly. We weren't in a hurry, but could have gotten out in a business lunch timeframe. There is a variety of peaceful spaces for parties of all sizes. This is one of the calmest eating places I've been to. We were not in a hurry and we were not hurried by the vibe or the volume. Too many places these days are too loud to enjoy being there. This isn't one of them. A solid go to for lunch, because the food is great. read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Name is a beautiful sensory experience. From the time you walk in until the time you leave, you are taken away from Durham and into a tranquil garden of so many colors, scents, and tastes. I did not want to leave as it was absolutely amazing to experience! My coworkers and I met for a birthday and made a reservation. We had some difficulty finding the table, but the staff were very nice and helped us. We sat outside under an awning and ordered via a QR code on the table. Next to the QR code was a red flag that we could put up if we needed assistance. I decided to order the beef gimbap, which was delicious! I like that the roll came stuffed with the beef, carrots, and onions. I paired it with their mix of sauces. My favorite was their spicy aioli and house sauce. I got to try the shrimp gimbap, which was also delicious. The food did take a while to come out, but the servers were nice and let us know that there was a backup. It was worth the wait! I would love to come back and try one of their rice bowls as well as their kombucha that is on tap. The atmosphere alone would bring me back. read more

Order online situation and they bring to the table. This place is huge! Really great food and amazing beer selection. Most of the staff was super nice. The cafe part closes at 5 though fyi so you can't get drinks from there after that. Really good spot to go with friends or a big group. read more

Namu - Kimchi pancakes and bowl - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I got here at opening, had a flat white and did some work, then had lunch with my friends when they showed up at about noon. The flat white was fine, nothing special. For lunch I got the bibimbap, which was good, but it didn't come in a searing hot stone bowl which is what I was hoping. Ordering is easy but impersonal - all QR codes, no talking. All that being said there is lots of space, the environment is nice, the bathrooms are clean and I liked being there. I would probably not go back for the coffee, but would go back if I wanted to meet some friends, particularly a large group, for lunch. read more

Namu - Lots of space to work or meet with friends. - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Beautiful zen setting for a leisurely Korean lunch or dinner. We ordered by phone and the server promptly brought out our Kimchee pancakes and Bulgogi Beef Bowl. They have sauces and water on spot yo serve yourselves. Everything was fresh & delicious! read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

See all

Tasty Asian fusion cuisine. Everything we ordered was delicious. Menu and ordering is done online although paper menus are available and you can order at the counter. read more

See all

Bad service. Am new to the area and decided to try it out. I ordered the beef quesadilla and it was garbage and made me feel greasy.

Was here for a large catered event and enjoyed the food! The spicy pork quesadilla with aioli and japchae were very tasty. Lots of drink options as well. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating available. read more

The food was excellent, accompanied by a decent selection of tap to choose from. Ambience was unique and interesting, with a number of different sections within the restaurant ranging across a variety of themes. Service was also excellent. Price at first seemed normal, but later felt great considering the quality of food as well as other factors. read more

Good spot for a casual dinner with friends! Big tables and open seating, so we were able to easily find a table despite it being a Saturday night. Bowls were delicious and portions were huge! Kinda pricey for what they were though. read more

Namu - Joes bowl - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I've only had the japchae but it's so good that I've ordered it for takeout 3 times. I've only had takeout so I can't really speak to the service. The restaurant is cute but a bit of a maze. The layout is confusing to me. read more

Good spot for Korean fusion food that's located conveniently halfway between Durham and Chapel Hill! The ambiance is amazing, so serene with all the greenery. Service is relatively fast, you order on your phone and the food is brought out to you. The food is pretty good. I usually get the Jo's Special with spicy pork because I love japchae. Also seems like a great study spot, so I'll have to come again sometime for that. I haven't tried it yet, but the coffee bar appears to have a decent amount of traditional options. 8/10 would recommend! read more

Namu - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Consistently good food at Namu and plenty of options. The vibe is great, especially in the garden area on the "quiet" side. The area with umbrella tables towards the back frequently has kids running around and larger groups, so, if you're looking for something more low key, go to the side with a bunch of two tops. Staff is super helpful and always around to answer questions. read more

Friends and I tried this Korean restaurant for the first time. We were disappointed by the ambiance. We weren't aware this was primarily a beer hall when we decided to eat there. It seems the restaurant functioned better as a take-out restaurant than a sit down place. The food was tasty but we found some dishes too greasy. read more

Ambiance and service is 100/10. I got the banana cream matcha. So good! I came here to study for a couple hours. The parking lot was packed but there was a lot of seating inside since the place is so big. Indoor and outdoor seating (: read more

Namu - Cafe area - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Very cool space, great for groups and families. The beer selection is very good. The food was pretty average. Sauces were good though.

Good spot for study but would not come back here for the food specifically. The bibimbap was alright but would go to a more traditional Korean restaurant for it as this feels more of an American rendition. There are so so many seats to study at and it is serene both inside and outside! read more

Namu - Bimimbap - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I just got kicked out after being there 15 minutes as the staff said my dog was barking too much. She's a puppy and was getting used to the table, we just sat down. A friend I knew came over to say hey and my pup was happy to see her. They won't be coming back. They didn't even give me a heads up or anything. The staff made a scene and was disrespectful. For average food and nasty floors, the service could be at least a little decent. I'm sharing with my other dog parent friends too. read more

Great Korean food! I ordered a beef bibimbap here for takeout, and it comes with a lot of beef, rice, and other fixings that make it so good. I love their zucchini and carrots: it just elevates the dish even more. I tried the bibimbap from the Bulkogi food truck before as well, which is basically the same thing. But I wonder why this place doesn't offer spicy bulgogi on their menu when Bulkogi does. Can't wait to try out more of their dishes! read more

Namu - Beef Bimimbap - Korean Near Me - Durham, North Carolina