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Queeny's

4.4

321 E Chapel Hill St
Durham, NC 27701
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A uniquely Durham gathering place with casual vibes, serving good food and drinks until late – one of the few Durham restaurants with a kitchen open until 2 a.m. – Queeny's hosts many community-based and supported events, like Great British Bake-Off competitions. Inspired by the communal spirit of potlucks and the lively neighborhood bar and grills of our adolescence, Queeny’s is a nostalgic reimagining of the casual, sit-down establishments that feel right on any occasion. There's an on-site podcast studio available for public use (with scheduling). The small bookshop in the back of the bar named “Rubyfruit” after the 1973 lesbian coming-of-age novel Rubyfruit Jungle and stocked the shelves with inclusive literature. All the while, the chicken 'crispers' are arguably the best chicken tenders in town.


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4.4

Photo of Alaina Barnes Alaina Barnes
Sep 4, 2024 5

I came with my boyfriend and we both loved our food. He got the frozen Irish coffee to drink and it was very strong. The crispers were the best tenders I've ever had and loved the honey dill sauce. The vibe is really fun.

Photo of NSA NSA
Aug 12, 2024 5

everyone told me to go to queenies for burgers and I'm glad I did ! got the classic with bacon medium and was so happy. the fries are extra but fantastic. got also the Vietnamese pork sandwich ( burger bun ) was fiery and good ! came for lunch, sat down and ordered at the bar. they have a bookstore too / library for reading there or buying and a pod cast recording studio

Photo of William Moberg William Moberg
Aug 12, 2024 5

Decorations are realistic and not overdone. Staff is humble and friendly. I waited as long as I would expect to wait at a bar for food, so not too long. Chicken on my salad was cooked perfectly (Not too dry and lots of flavor!). If I wasn't working I might have even stayed for a drink. Cheers🍻

Photo of Astrid Garrison Astrid Garrison
Jul 14, 2024 5

We wanted a bite to eat later in the evening, and this place fit the bill. Burger and fries were good. Drinks were fun. The atmosphere was definitely a vibe. Worth checking out.

Photo of Steve Pincsak Steve Pincsak
May 16, 2024 5

Very impressed with the freshness of all of the ingredients required 👏 to make these fantastic dishes from scratch 👏 👌 😀 Flavor profile is on point. Enjoy Craft Cocktails 🍸 as well the service is amazing and the customer service was awesome as well.

Photo of Fit Gear Hunter Fit Gear Hunter
Mar 13, 2024 5

I love this place because it fully is what it is. It is an incredibly fun bar with surprisingly excellent food. All the star ratings were just based on the fact that it executes on both fronts so well. Is it fancy, hell no. Is it high-end food, double hell no. But it is it awesome at both, hell yes. I had the Burger and it was perfect. A friend said the Birria French Dip was awesome as well.

Photo of Fernando English Fernando English
Jan 9, 2024 5

We came here on Christmas Eve and enjoyed ourselves loved the library. The food and drinks were great! They have a nice patio as well.

Photo of Stephanie Espitia Stephanie Espitia
Jan 8, 2024 5

Wow what an amazing experience! The food is high quality filled with so much flavor 🤤 Once you enter you grab a menu and order at the bar. The service and environment is cozy, friendly and welcoming. The food didn't come out too quick, but I'm happy that it's not fast food and the prices are very affordable with great portions! Can't recommend Queeny's enough.