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
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.
Chris and Dig
Mar 23, 2025
5
Stopped in on a beautiful Sunday afternoon for a couple of beers and picked up tacos at the food stand. Just a great vibe lots of lovely people enjoying the sunshine and great selection of beer. Lots of people with dogs and chatting to each other. this is a real community bar and the artwork and Enamel signs in the bar are just outstanding run by a kiwi so you can come here for all of your rugby information.😂 🇳🇿
Ben Roberts
Mar 2, 2025
5
Might just be the best bar in North Carolina. Every time I pass through Durham for any reason, Surf Club is a must stop. Atmosphere is beyond impeccable, service is always fun, and the overall vibes are great. I always wish that I could cut and paste something g like this into Greensboro.
Happi Adams
Jan 25, 2025
5
I love this place so much. Ben is my favorite bartender in Durham. I’m torn about writing a review because the clientele is perfect as is, but I just want to express my appreciation. Thanks for staying open for us.
