Nanas

Name: Nanas
Address: 2514 University Dr, Durham, NC, United States, 27707-2156
Telephone: (919) 251-8213
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

434 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Romantic

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, Southern, 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
Neighborhood
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
$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.

Private dining

What 434 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
Good for special occasions
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill
American
Durham
Best Ambiance
Durham
Great for fine wines
Durham
Romantic
Durham
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nanas offers a "spectacular dining experience" with "outstanding" food and service. Guests praise its "amazing flavor," "superb atmosphere," and "friendly staff." Signature dishes like shrimp risotto and grits souffle are "unbelievable." While parking is limited, the "vibrant ambiance" and "divine" desserts make it a "must-visit" for special occasions.

434 Reviews

B
Betsy
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous meal. The soft shell crab was outstanding. We also loved the warm dinner rolls. Chocolate soufflé was worth the 30 minute wait to prepare. Don’t miss it!
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Deborah VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Prices are unusually high. Ask for a quiet table. Be prepared to wait a long time for your food.
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Veronica
Raleigh24 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dessert was incredible.. food super tasty. Maybe a bigger portion would be better but overall really good .
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RhondaB VIP
Chicago19 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy a great meal at Nanas. Great service and ambiance. Very friendly hostesses and wait staff.
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Becky VIP
Raleigh9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Ambience and dining area were pleasant, but the food was amazing and absolutely stole the s how. Perfectly cooked and everything had amazing flavor!
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Skip
Raleigh4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was wonderful! Everything lived up to expectations from Matt Kelly… I’m quite sure Scott Howell is very proud.
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Kresha
Raleigh42 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service was outstanding, but some items are over priced. This is a place to go for special occasions.
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Brian VIP
San Francisco30 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious food and top notch service in a great setting. One of the best restaurants in all of Raleighj Durham.
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John
San Diego1 review
4.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
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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Melissa VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience from start to finish. From the hosts to the servers, they were all kind and welcoming. Food was great.
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FAQs

Nanas is rated 4.8 stars by 434 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

2514 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707-2156

Additional information

Cross street
University Drive & James Street
Neighborhood
Durham
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Southern, 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

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About this restaurant

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Experiences

2025 Graduation and Mothers Day weekend

Private dining

Private Dining Room

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What 434 people are saying

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