Located inside the Durham Food Hall, the ready-to-eat menu highlights fresh seafood items like oysters, shrimp rolls, tuna melts, Calabash baskets and much more. With markets across the Triangle area, the Durham location is considered to be their restaurant -- while also a place for folks to pick up fresh fish to make at home. Ask the nice people behind the counter for advice on how to best prepare their offerings as well as details on how they celebrate the heritage of our bountiful coastline.
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Hours:
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Loved the oysters here...great vibe and atmosphere from the team!
Liz Levy
Jun 22, 2025
5
A Hidden Gem Inside Durham Food Hall
What a surprise! We came for the seafood and had no idea Locals Seafood was tucked inside a full-blown food hall. with so many other delicious distractions (crunch wraps, Boba, curry-spiced Indian wraps, chili chicken wontons… we got a little carried away). But trust us, Locals Seafood is a star not to be missed.
The tuna melt was outstanding. They smoke it in-house, layering with banana peppers and pickled onions, and perfectly pressed. Add a side of waffle fries (my personal fave) and you’re golden. The fresh oysters were amazing too. Super briny and fresh (though here’s hoping oyster prices drop one day… we can dream). The coleslaw was crisp and lightly dressed, just right.
Prices were fair, portions generous, and the team at Locals couldn’t have been friendlier - cheery, helpful, and clearly passionate about what they serve.
Bonus: we wandered over to the Saturday farmers market just a block away for lemonade, live music, and more good vibes. An unexpectedly perfect weekend food adventure. Don’t skip it
Adolfo Lambert
May 25, 2025
5
We had the best 🦪 oysters that we ever had, this establishment gets fresh oysters every Week
My wife and I had a variety of the oysters that they are delicious, we also share their grilled fish and it was delicious, it comes either fries and a choice of shrimp. The staff is very friendly and efficient
Sascha
Apr 25, 2025
5
Superb soft shell crab sandwich, oysters, and roasted clams with ramps. All fresh and alive seconds before eating (and got to watch the transition). Nice guys prepping. Delicious.
Madeline German
Mar 22, 2025
5
10/10 no notes, but I'll add some because it's a review. These may be share plates, but it was hard to share, because they were insanely delicious. So fresh and flawless. You need to check this place out the next time you're in the area.
Caitlin Barrett
Jan 10, 2025
5
I always have the best experience here, Whether I’m grabbing a bite to eat or picking up something to cook at home. I usually call ahead to see what they have in stock and everyone is so helpful and friendly. I consistently show up with no idea what I’m doing or how much of something I need to feed my guests, and they always have great suggestions And I leave with exactly what I need. I can’t say enough great things about the Durham crew.
Polina Vee
Jan 5, 2025
5
Love this restaurant! It’s one of my favorites in the area. The food is always fresh and perfectly cooked, and the staff is so nice and friendly!
R H
Nov 4, 2024
5
Visited for the 1st this weekend and purchased catfish and head-on brown shrimp. Both were excellent! The 2 men in the market were really knowledgeable and patient. Gave us recipes and discussed the difference between red and black drum (and their favorite grilling recipes). Reasonable prices. Can’t wait to return!
