Who wouldn’t want to enjoy a tasty meal in an old gas station turned hip Southern eatery? GRUB Durham owners Stacey Poston and Wendy Woods combined their passion for community with their love and experience in the restaurant industry to create this full-service restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and catering. With both a patio and rooftop bar, they have plenty of comfortable outdoor seating options.
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Hours:
Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Visited this spot for Sunday brunch around 11 AM and was pleasantly surprised. There was a short line when we arrived, but it moved quickly. Ordering is done at the counter, and you can grab a seat either indoors or outside while you wait.
We kicked things off with a coffee and a smoothie—both were excellent and super refreshing. For food, we went with the breakfast platter, which included over-medium eggs, maple bacon, and crispy breakfast potatoes. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The only miss was the bagel, which came out a little too hard—probably over-toasted.
We also tried the breakfast sandwich on a biscuit, and it was fantastic—huge portion and really tasty. Overall, great vibes and great food. Looking forward to coming back soon!
Summer Pittman
Aug 3, 2025
5
Great breakfast spot! There was a short line when we arrived and it moved quickly! menus were available to look at while we waited! They offer a good selection of breakfast options, including coffees and mimosas! We ordered and sat on the rooftop. They brought our food to us and water was complimentary (self-help style).
I ordered the slammer plate- best scrambled eggs ive had in a long time! Pancake was crispy on the edges and thick and fluffy on the inside! I added blueberries to the cakes and they come with butter and syrup! Bacon was not my fav but my friend loved the pepper on the bacon. Grits were different- the verdict is still out on those- also they put cheese in the grits which i didnt see on the menu. (I may have missed it but i think you should specify if you put cheese in the grits).
Overall, a great spot to have a beautiful breakfast at 2pm in the afternoon!!
Kay
Jun 29, 2025
4
An old gas station that was converted into a cool eatery. There is plenty of seating, indoors and out. Limited bar selection but enough to hit the classics like a mimosa or bloody mary. I loved the Sunrise mimosa! The staff was friendly and helpful. The food could have been better. It was a bit odd, but their wheat toast was amazing. It's a retro atmosphere with very diverse patrons and a laid-back vibe.
We didn't have any issues, but you order and pay upfront and then take your seat. When we left, the line had gotten incredibly long and was moving super slow.
Nette Jones
May 19, 2025
4
Food was ok. I love the atmosphere, staff and vibe. Their prices are extremely affordable!!! Three meals for $35 is a win in my book. However the prices on the menu are out dated. But still not to bad.
Emeka Anadu
May 12, 2025
5
Great breakfast options. We had the flapjacks and a chocolate pancake with sausage and eggs. We got scrambled eggs and grits with the fruit side. Everything was well priced. Double shot was a double shot. Not a watered down single like you get at other places. Service was with a beaming smile and food came out in good time. Only complaint is pork sausages are a tad dry and overcooked. Otherwise great value. Great food.
Kristin Kharrat
May 8, 2025
5
Absolutely delicious, classic breakfast and the staff is so incredibly sweet. The Blue Devil smoothie was so good we went back for seconds!
Fit Gear Hunter
Mar 19, 2025
5
DEAR LORD THIS PLACE. First - next level food (more on that in a second). Second - legit prices. Third - atmosphere, venue, and location. I love everything about it.
UPDATE I'VE NOW HAD LUNCH/DINNER AND IT RIVALS BFAST! Go at all times. Try all foods. No not pass Go. Do not collect $200. Go Straight to heaven. Best pimento cheese sandwich in my life, top five chicken sandwiches of my life, and the butter bean salad is phenomenal
NOW ABOUT THE FOOD. It's crazy to say but only had two dishes and a couple of sides and there were at least three things that are unbelievable. The House Cured CORNED BEEF is absolutely out of this world, (out of this world) and I'm not somebody that normally orders it. It was just incredible. Secondly, the In-House Made CASHEW ALMOND PEANUT BUTTER I could eat from a large cereal bowl. Seriously, if you go try Grub you absolutely need to order a side of the almond cashew peanut butter and eat it with a damn spoon. Third, the carrot cake was 1000% homemade and incredible. Everything else was awesome, also had the blue devil smoothie and it was fantastic. And the breakfast cocktails were totally reasonably low priced.
Daisy Tunstall
Mar 12, 2025
4
Although the staff seemed to be having an off day, the AMAZING food made up for it! Their large menu has something for everyone, their greek couscous was my favorite side! The wide variety of seating: indoors, outdoors, roof top, and an enclosed roof top allows you to choose whatever environment suits you. The amount of food for the price was shockingly excellent. I will bring a group of people here for an event soon!
Daniel Perry
Feb 11, 2025
5
One of the best places for breakfast/brunch around! They are usually busy but the service and food never disappoints. Especially the grits.
Ajimon Thomas
Jan 12, 2025
4
First time here. You pay first and sit down, and they will bring the food to your table. I had a breakfast bowl, cinnamon roll and coffee. The bowl and chai latte were really good. The roll was not bad but not the best one Ive had. Will come back. Parking was full in front, so i found free street parking just down the road.
BB
Jan 12, 2025
4
Nice place to go for breakfast and brunch. The food here is good. The waitresses are kind and helpful. They have good selection of choices there.
Jaimie Gardner
Oct 11, 2024
5
Always a good time at Grub. Whenever I go to Durham, I try to make my way over there. For the biscuits and jam. The breakfast bowls are amazing also. Make sure you grab a seat before you order, it can fill up quickly.
Fit Gear Hunter
Oct 5, 2024
5
DEAR LORD THIS PLACE. First - next level food (more on that in a second). Second - legit prices. Third - atmosphere, venue, and location. I love everything about it.
NOW ABOUT THE FOOD. It's crazy to say but only had two dishes and a couple of sides and there were at least three things that are unbelievable. The House Cured CORNED BEEF is absolutely out of this world, (out of this world) and I'm not somebody that normally orders it. It was just incredible. Secondly, the In-House Made CASHEW ALMOND PEANUT BUTTER I could eat from a large cereal bowl. Seriously, if you go try Grub you absolutely need to order a side of the almond cashew peanut butter and eat it with a damn spoon. Third, the carrot cake was 1000% homemade and incredible. Everything else was awesome, also had the blue devil smoothie and it was fantastic. And the breakfast cocktails were totally reasonably low priced.
bindu gopinath
Sep 29, 2024
5
We went for a brunch on a Saturday. We have to order at the counter and wait at the table we choose. We ordered chicken wings as they have been awarded for the same . Vegan burger and an egg sandwich with a couple of smoothies. The food tasted good and the team did a great job with service. I just realized I didn’t take any pics minus the balloons in the roof top as someone was celebrating an occasion there .. I am told the chicken wings weren’t disappointing at all!!
diastolic crab86
Sep 16, 2024
5
I had the brussel sprouts sandwich, my friend had the mushroom one which was like a mushroom tempura in a sandwich. Both were delicious and it's nice to see vegetarian offerings that are creative and well thought out. The sweet potato fries were also very good. Atmosphere, decor, service also spot on. Can't wait to go again!
Theresa Novicky
Sep 10, 2024
4
We came to Grub on a Sunday. There was no parking available at the restaurant luckily we found street parking on a side street. We have 2 kids under 2 years old so that made things a little interesting. You have to order at the counter and it wasn’t clear what menu they were on at 12:15, I found out they were doing brunch and lunch (both sides of the menu). I asked for ice water and was told ice water was in pitchers upstairs. We ordered and decided to make the hike upstairs with 2 babies. The upstairs was nice and spacious. I got the Brookstone salad, it was ok I didn’t like the greens it came on and I really don’t like when they put salad dressing on the side, I didn’t think to ask for them to put it on. The chicken was pretty good, I wish I could remember the dressing because that was good too. My significant other got the Mammas big bird sandwich he said it was ok. My son loved the hashbrowns that came with it. We got some
Wings to share those were definitely the best part. We asked for a side of beans for my son and the staff was very helpful and willing to run downstairs and order some with our credit card. I really liked my Green Colada smoothie it was delicious. The water pitchers had nothing left in them and I asked for some ice water they happily brought me some ice water from downstairs. There wasn’t any silverware upstairs either just plastic cutlery in bags. They brought us silverware. It was just strange how there wasn’t much upstairs at 12:30 on a Sunday. We will probably be back to try different items on the menu.
Stephanie Hall
Sep 6, 2024
5
Out of all the places my Daughter and I ate for 3 days, GRUB Durham was the BEST with the best prices and food. We actually ate there twice. We will be back on our next visit.
