Kotuku Surf Club, open to those 23 and up, has a sprawling outdoor area that often hosts food trucks, DJs and daytime vintage markets. There’s also a set of bocce courts in the back. Head inside for a game of darts or shuffleboard in the labyrinth of booth-lined rooms. The beer selection is much better than it needs to be.
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Hours:
Monday: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Friday: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
This is a typical dive bar, but the drinks are good and there's plenty of spaces to congregate or get away from the crowds. The bar tenders are great, but it's pretty busy on a Saturday night.
Michael Simon
Feb 26, 2026
5
The neighborhood dive bar in Durham, in an excellent way. Nice selection of beers and liquor, very fair prices. Lots of local places to eat before or after. Don’t miss if you’re in Durham.
Helen F.
Dec 28, 2025
5
We recently discovered this place, even though we've walked passed it many times and I realized I had it on my list of go to.
It definitely reminds me of a few divey bars in NYC (where we were before we moved down to the area last year).
We have enjoyed our few times coming here, good simple drinks and games.
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Crowbird
Dec 9, 2025
5
Great dive bar! Get a Hamm’s and just chill in the funky ambiance.
Andrew Turnbull
Aug 3, 2025
5
Not just a dive bar—the dive bar. If you live in the Durham Central Park area, you know this is the local hangout. They offer a great selection of unique and excellent beers, along with the coolest atmosphere around.
Andrew Thomas
Jun 7, 2025
3
Best described as a hippie, pride, retro, dive bar. Atmosphere doesn’t seem very welcoming to outsiders and newcomers. Smells like a fraternity basement in the back near shuffle board. Taco food truck is good. Venue serves until 2am.
Klaudia Smolarek
Apr 9, 2025
5
If you're looking for a relaxed, hip, and vibey dive bar this is your spot. Great draft selection and big fan of the 23+ age range.
