Nanas

4.8

425 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Neighbourhood gem

Nanas is a neighborhood restaurant in Durham, North Carolina. Helmed by Chefs Matt Kelly and Nate Garyantes, Nanas pays tribute to Nana’s, our beloved predecessor, while reimagining all of the details. Abundant, local ingredients shine on our seasonal menus, which feature dishes like Twice-Baked Grits Soufflé, Duck Ragout Tagliatelle, and the iconic Nana’s risotto alongside seasonal wood grilled whole fish, crispy lamb shoulder, and fresh-baked breads and desserts made daily in house. In our cozy bar you'll find finely executed classic cocktails and local beers, while the wine program offers upwards of 250+ labels of impeccably curated, farming-first wines. If your desired time for a reservation is not available our bar seats are open on a first come first serve basis. Call your nana, it's time to eat.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Regional American (Southern), Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Nate Garyantes
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Location
2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156
Neighbourhood
Durham
Cross Street
University Drive & James Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend
US$98.00 per person
May 9, 2025 - May 11, 2025
Please join us in celebration of Graduates and Moms on this special weekend at Nanas at Rockwood! We will be featuring a PreFixe menu for $98 per person for the entire weekend and a credit card is required for booking.
Peay Vineyards Wine Dinner
US$200.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 9, 2025 only
6:30 p.m.
Join us as we welcome Brooke Sabel from Peay Vineyards for a 4-course wine dinner! We'll be pouring some of the best offerings from the Sonoma Coast all paired with Chef Matt Kelly's creations. Dinner will include 4 savory courses and 6 wines. $200/guest. Tickets can be found in the link in our bio or on Open Table.
SLS Dinner
US$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Apr 22, 2025 only
6:30 p.m.
Join us for next wine dinner at Nanas featuring Samuel Louis Smith of Samuel Louis Wines! Chef/Owner Matt Kelly will be preparing a 4-course feast to pair with the delicious wines of Samuel Louis Smith from the Central Coast of California.

Private dining

What 425 people are saying

Nanas reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Good for special occasions
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
American
Durham
Romantic
Durham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nanas is a beloved Durham staple, praised for its "outstanding food and service" and "vibrant atmosphere." Reviewers rave about its "super high quality and delicious" dishes, with standout offerings like shrimp risotto and carrot cake sundae. The "friendly and professional" staff enhance the dining experience, making it a "must-visit" spot.

425 Reviews

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John
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Nana’s was fantastic! The food was spectacular—fresh, original, and bursting with flavor. The ambiance was perfect, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, and the waitstaff was incredibly welcoming. The only downside was the parking situation—it was nearly impossible to find a spot, and I didn’t notice many options for handicap parking.
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the atmosphere and food. The pastas were amazing as was the scallops milanese
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Elana VIP
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The server was amazing and the carrot cake sundae was the best dessert I have ever had in my life
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Elaine VIP
Washington DC18 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
An absolute GEM. From the moment we walked in, everyone was polite and friendly - helpful without being pushy. The recommendations from our server were ON POINT and the food was amazing. Super high quality and delicious.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Charleston6 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was delicious but over salted. The music did not go with the ambience and overall the noise level was terrible in the main room. Impossible to have a conversation
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best dining experience I’ve had in 7 years of living in Durham. Can’t wait to come back.
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Linda
West Palm Beach3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
superb in all respects. service extraordinary.will be back
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KURT
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff elevated a birthday dinner celebration, not only with a surprise but with genuine enthusiasm with each encounter! Compliments to the chef(s) as our meals were excellent!
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved it! Hidden gem with unbelievable quality of dishes and fabulous service. Look forward to returning to the area just to eat here.
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MollyW VIP
Richmond15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was wonderful! Wait staff very knowledgeable and made great recommendations
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FAQs

Nanas is rated 4.8 stars by 425 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Additional information

Cross Street
University Drive & James Street
Neighbourhood
Durham
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Regional American (Southern), Regional American (Contemporary Southern)
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nate Garyantes
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.nanasrockwood.com/
Phone number
(919) 251-8213
Private party facilities
A sophisticated menu served in an elegant and modern private room. Currently holds up to 25 guests please reach out to events@nanasrockwood.com for more information.
Private party contact
Elizabeth McMaster: (919) 500-6974

Nanas

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend

Peay Vineyards Wine Dinner

SLS Dinner

Private dining

Private Dining Room

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Menu

What 425 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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