As a multifunctional space, The Common Market is a sandwich shop, retail space, outdoor dining area, ice cream shop, bar and bottle shop! Stop in for breakfast or lunch and stay for a drink in the funky downstairs bar area. Check the events calendar for trivia nights, drag shows and more.
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Hours:
Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
This has a very nice coffeehouse vibe. Free WiFi. Lots of variety in sodas, beer & wine in glass coolers along the walls upstairs and down. The food is excellent. I had the Big Kids Grilled Cheese sandwich and the Thai Dragon’s Milk soup. I will come back again.
Sarah Bartkus
Jan 24, 2025
5
Great sandwiches! Very unique and interesting flavor combos. The soup is very good quality as well. Everything tastes homemade, and it's fresh.
You will not regret it!
armando urbina
Jan 17, 2025
5
Perfect way to start your morning. Great coffee and hearty food that is as healthy or not as you want. 😉 music is great and it's just a laid back atmosphere. Wish I lived closer to visit every morning
Melissa Jackson-Westbrook
Dec 21, 2024
5
My husband and I come to Common Market very frequently and we love it so much! All the sandwiches have been delicious and the coffee bar is very good too! Such a cool ambiance and we love all their fun events as well! :)
Tamar Beridze
Nov 11, 2024
5
I recently had breakfast at Common Market in Durham and really enjoyed the experience! The atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming, with friendly and helpful staff who made me feel right at home. The food came out quickly and was delicious, and I appreciated the ample seating options both indoors and outdoors—great for enjoying a relaxed meal in a bustling environment.
One note is that since they have multiple vendors, you may need to check out separately for food and coffee, but it’s a minor inconvenience compared to the overall positive vibe and quality. Highly recommend for a great breakfast stop in Durham!
Destiny Madison
Nov 10, 2024
5
Came here after hiking Eno and wasn’t disappointed in the slightest. I got the Alabama Grinder and it was honestly the best sandwich I’ve ever had. HIGHY RECOMMEND. Will absolutely come back after my next hike.
Heather Kumnick
Oct 25, 2024
5
This is the sandwich place I’ve been wanting forever! Sandwiches are incredibly delicious, huge and very reasonably priced. The Smoking Hot Momma is the best veg sandwich ever. Staff is always friendly. Huge bonus that you can end your meal with Parlour ice cream. Doesn’t get better.
madison nemeth
Oct 13, 2024
5
10/10 recommend getting the pimpin d or the sinatra sandwhich. Service was great, and I loved the decor/atmosphere. I rarely write reviews but i felt compelled to write one today because this is a wonderful small business. My only complaint is that I wish i knew about this place sooner. The common market is my new favorite lunch spot in durham, definitely will be back! :)
wendi gale
Sep 24, 2024
5
The Market space is large enough with well spaced tables, that even when crowded, it is not noisy. The owners are ever present to greet one- they get to know the community residents, which I find a big plus. I love their many vegetarian menu choices, and that their ‘salads’ aren’t heavy with mayonnaise. Their ginger carrot soup is to die for!!!
Matt Sanchez
Aug 13, 2024
3
My sons convinced me to go here even though they know how I feel about sandwich shops, that being too little food for too much money. For the most part CM lived up to that. The roast beef sandwich I had was very good, the only problem being the small, over even very small, quantity of roast beef in the sandwich, mostly it was just the bun and a lot of lettuce. Price wise it was reasonable. I can't say I cared for the way the ordering system is set up, nor the set up of the restaurant itself, too loud and busy. On the bright side, the service was great and the staff were very friendly.
whitaker burns
Aug 12, 2024
5
This place is the #1 lunch spot in Durham! They have the vibes. The music, ambiance, lighting, unique setting, and most importantly, incredible sandwiches. Great service, especially from Jeanette! Will be back soon to try other amazing items on the menu!
Jill Frisbie
Aug 4, 2024
5
An interesting atmosphere with a large variety of drink and menu options. Good food and good folks working there. Cool place to meet friends or sit alone with a book.
Kat Martino
Jul 6, 2024
4
Great spot to visit on the way to Eno River, offering a variety of sandwiches, beer, snacks and even a cute coffee shop. I was really looking forward to the BLT with garlic mayo on sourdough, but was disappointed to find it had minimal bacon, the garlic mayo was overly salty rather than garlicky, and it was served on white bread. Husband enjoyed the “Billy club”.
