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    Queeny's

    4.2 (115 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers
    Open 11:45 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Trisha L.

    I looked at Google Maps to find a place we could walk to from the DPAC as we wanted to park for a show, walk to dinner, and then walk back to the DPAC to enjoy the show. Queeny's checked all the boxes!! We enjoyed great craft beers and amazing burgers. I like that you order at the bar and then they bring the food to the table. I loved the whole vibe of the place. The bartenders were nice, the place was clean, and the food and drinks were delicious. I'd definitely go back, even if I wasn't going to the DPAC.

    Briana F.

    Stopped by on a Friday around noon. Vibes were good and the staff were friendly. My friend and I got the chicken tenders and the mt. Airy sandwich. The tenders were really good but I didn't care much for the sandwich. Would definitely come back if I was in the area again!

    Braised Short Rib Sandwich w/ Brussel Sprout Slaw
    CJ O.

    Great customer service! The staff are very friendly. I asked for a recommendation and they asked me questions to narrow their recommendation down. The Halloween Decorations were great. The background music was at the perfect volume. Loud enough to hear, but low enough to converse. The Braised Short Rib Sandwich w/ Brussel Sprout Slaw was the staff recommendation. The short rib was juicy and tender. The slaw added an earthy element to the sandwich. RECOMMENDATION: serving this sandwich with an au jus would add a savory element to the sandwich

    Angela L.

    Stopped by for lunch on a Friday afternoon. There was a decent sized amount of people eating inside and outside. We tried the tenders and chicken salad sandwich, both were very good. You order at the bar and they bring you your food. Prices were reasonable. Would return again when in the area.

    Denise C.

    What a fun place before a show at The Carolina Theater. Quick and delicious. Chicken was excellent and the bite of the burger I had was outstanding. Solid Pimm's Cup. Order at the bar much like a British pub. The server who took our order was knowledgeable and sweet with lots of patience for first timers. I don't get to Durham a lot these days but would definitely return.

    Holly K.

    SOLID burger joint in Durham. Got the cheeseburger (1/2 pound chuck and short rib, American cheese, chipotle mayo, lettuce, onions, butter pickles) with bacon. The burger patty was thick, but it was cooked to perfection (minimal pink) and was super juicy. The brioche bun was soft and lightly toasted. Only knock was they "forgot" one of our five burgers. It was not brought out for over 30 minutes after everyone got their burgers- and they gave us one free drink (think a round for the table would've been more appropriate, or a credit for the burger). Will definitely return here again though for a burger.

    Letese' C.

    I love a spot that is open late night, has good food, drinks and vibes. Queeny's has all of the above. I appreciated that the menu is pretty straight forward and there are plenty of vegetarian options. The falafel pita was pretty good. It was a decent size and flavorful. My friend enjoyed the birria dip sandwich. The local craft beers on draft were good. They also have a solid line up of cocktails and a standard wine list. I love the ambiance in there. The Polaroids at the bar are so cute. There's plenty of seating in the main area as well as in the back room and the patio. The music was good. I'd definitely go back

    Cheeseburger and fries
    Carly S.

    Awesome ambiance, super friendly workers and the burger and fries were delish! Burger was a little over medium but super juicy and full of flavor. Fries were crisp and crunchy.

    Interior decor
    Sara L.

    We really like the vibe of this place. I got a cider that wasn't my favorite but I'm looking forward to go back and try something else. The food we got was good. I got the vegetarian nachos and was pretty pleased.

    Bar. Pre-game!
    Chris H.

    Eclectic and hipster is how I would describe Queeny's in downtown Durham. It's a few blocks from D-PAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and American Tobacco Campus. My son and I stopped in the other day to grab an early dinner prior to going to the Durham Bulls (Rays affiliate) - Scranton Railriders (Yankees affiliate) game. The atmosphere is pretty good as is ok, nothing special. The service was quick. You order at the bar and seat yourself. We both went with the cheeseburger and also got an order of nachos. Everything came out together. Maybe the kitchen forgot to prep the nachos first. The burgers were okay, nothing special. The buns were fairly large though. Like I said the food was fine and it is a cool place to stop in for a drink or a quick bite to eat. If Yelp had a sliding scale I'd give it a 3.5 - 3.75 rating. There's plenty of parking options nearby.

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    Rahima J.

    A great place with so much seating, good food, and drinks. The staff is amazing and so attentive. The vibes here are amazing - we didn't get the food but everyone seemed to be enjoying it.

    Fried pickles
    David B.

    We stopped in for a cheeseburger and some fried pickles. The burger was less than stellar. The word bland sums it up. There was just nothing of note. Shocking for a place that is known for its burgers. The fried pickles were a huge failure. Whole spears? Who does that? They need to be pickle chips. Well-dried so the batter sticks. These were nightmare worthy. A pile of limp pickles and batter that fell off?!? I added a photo. The beer was great and the fries were excellent though.

    Yummy burger with fries
    Danielle H.

    I've been to Queeny's twice, both times for lunch, and gosh, I just love it there! The food is great, but my favorite thing about the restaurant is the atmosphere. I grew up in Durham and spent most of my adult life living in the city, and it's hard for me to imagine a restaurant feeling more "Durham" than Queeny's has managed to do. It's super relaxed, inviting, comfortable, hip but not pretentious, and community-focused. There has clearly been a lot of thought put into every detail, including comfy booths, a reading room for children; clean, eco-minded, gender-neutral restrooms; and a free podcast recording space that is available to any local who signs up for a slot. As for the food, I've enjoyed everything I've tried. Their burger and fries are a really solid choice, as is the chicken salad sandwich (it does have a lot of mayo so if that isn't your thing, you may want to try something else on the menu). And I love their fried pickle spears - the breading is super crunchy and delicious. Service has always been friendly and helpful.

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