The Fourth of July is only a couple of days away, which means it's time to think about how you're going to celebrate. Specifically, where to find those classic foods that scream red, white and blue.
In the spirit of freedom, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Durham's top all-American dining destinations, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list of options.
Sure, they’re not native to either the United States or the old British colonies, but few things seem more American than that summer staple, the hot dog. Durham, we’ve got ideas on that.
1. Lucky's Delicatessen
Topping the list is Lucky's Delicatessen. Located at 105 W. Chapel Hill St. in Downtown, the deli, which offers hot dogs, sandwiches and more, is the highest rated hot dog spot in Durham, boasting four stars out of 134 reviews on Yelp.
2. King's Sandwich Shop
Next up is King's Sandwich Shop, situated at 701 Foster St. With four stars out of 102 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs has proven to be a local favorite.
3. The Dog House
The Dog House, located at 2009 Guess Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score hot dogs, barbecue and shaved ice four stars out of 11 reviews.
If you're craving classic American food like meatloaf, hamburgers or mac and cheese, consider a celebratory Fourth of July meal at one of Durham's top traditional American restaurants.
1. Dain's Place
Topping the list is Dain's Place. Located at 754 Ninth St., the bar and traditional American spot is the highest rated traditional American restaurant in Durham, boasting four stars out of 206 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Blue Note Grill
Next up is The Blue Note Grill, situated at 709 Washington St. With four stars out of 139 reviews on Yelp, the traditional American spot, which offers barbecue and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Country Junction
Country Junction, located at 4823 N. Highway 55, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the traditional American and breakfast and brunch spot four stars out of 21 reviews.
A solid option that conjures the feeling of the open road, one of these beloved Durham diners can serve up grub that'll have you singing "God Bless America" in no time.
1. True Flavors Diner
Topping the list is the True Flavors Diner. Located at 5410 Highway 55, Suite AJ, the diner and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest rated diner in Durham, boasting four stars out of 648 reviews on Yelp.
2. Elmo's Diner
Next up is Elmo's Diner, situated at 776 Ninth St. With four stars out of 535 reviews on Yelp, the diner and breakfast and brunch spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Silver Spoon
Silver Spoon, located at 5230 N. Roxboro Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner and Southern spot four stars out of 54 reviews.
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