The Lenny
Phone: (919) 237-3581
The Lenny is a rooftop restaurant and bar in downtown Durham, NC overlooking the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and all of downtown from the eleventh floor. This brasserie-style spot offers spacious indoor and outdoor areas to *slams laptop shut* enjoy golden hour cocktails, slurp oysters from the raw bar and share snacks or sit for a full dinner from the globally-inspired menu. A bold bar menu turns golden hour into late night memories with Sunset Hour specials from 3-5PM and one hell of a stellar weekend brunch to cap the week. Stop in on weekends for brunch with a view.
Cuisines
- Bars/Pub Food
Hours
Monday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Map
Google Rating
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I celebrated my birthday dinner at The Lenny 555 with friends, and overall we had a great experience. The rooftop view is absolutely amazing, especially at night. We were lucky enough to catch the fireworks, which made the evening even more memorable.
The food was delicious—we especially enjoyed the crab cakes and the fresh raw oysters. However, the salmon wasn’t a hit at our table (not photographed).. The drinks were also very good and well crafted.
The only downside was the service at the rooftop bar. The bartenders seemed a bit slow and weren’t very attentive to guests waiting to be served. We had to wait longer than expected, and it didn’t feel like those waiting were being acknowledged. A little more attentiveness would have made the experience even better.
Overall, I’d still recommend The Lenny 555 for the atmosphere, views, food, and drinks. It’s a beautiful spot for any special occasion. -
I had a very nice time here, from the food to service to ambiance. The poke tiradito was tangy, with some kick. The fried Brussels sprouts were big and well cooked. The crab cakes were delicious and crispy. The birria mussels were spicy and buttery. My main meal of seared salmon was enjoyable, but could have been a bit better (the pearl couscous was a little overcooked and mushy, and my salmon could have been closer to medium rather than medium well) but was still very good.
I loved the vibes and decor here, and the views are of course really cool. Our server was engaging and helpful. -
Labor Day Date night with the Mrs! The Lenny delivered. Our 1st time visiting this Durham Rooftop destination. Easy parking in the garage attached with complimentary credits provided by the restaurant nullifying the parking charge.
Met Layla (pic) who let us knew she was fairly new but she had the menu down pat and her recommendations were spot on. Yes, we sat at the bar, ducking outside a couple times to catch a beautiful sunset.
Started with the Goatcheese flatbread that was great even if a little light on the menu listed prosciutto.
Moved onto the Gouda Croquettes that rival any you have had anywhere in the world! Next Crabcakes that were seared perfectly and all crab! Fries were as good as any in Belgium (if you haven’t been to Belgium, well, take our word for it.). Rumor is the chef hails from a NYC Michelin Star restaurant and the food here would certainly back that up. Not noisy and plenty nod space on the deck with a view. Try it soon. -
We hosted an evening outdoor corporate event for 50 guests at The Lenny in Durham in late September, and the experience was absolutely wonderful! Everything was amazing, from the beautiful outdoor atmosphere to the excellent food and attentive staff. The team provided outstanding service and helped make the entire event feel special. Our guests had a fantastic experience, and we couldn’t have been happier with how everything turned out.
I would highly recommend The Lenny for anyone looking to host a special event or enjoy an exceptional dining experience. We would absolutely consider hosting another event here! -
Last night, I had the pleasure of visiting The Lenny at 555. The food was amazing. I had the lamb chops and cheesecake. My cocktail was also delicious. My friends and I had a reservation and were seated upon arrival. Our server, Nathaniel was excellent. He was attentive and able to answer questions about the menu items. The music was good. The view of the sky and ballpark with fireworks at the end of the evening was amazing. I will definitely return ans recommend to friends.
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