Things To Do

Here are some of our favorites:
Restaurants & Treats
Umami – Sushi & Asian fusion
Roma Italian – Classic Italian
Banh Mi Shop – Vietnamese sandwiches
Stella’s – Burgers & bar food
The Special – Breakfast
Porky Butts BBQ
Mouth of The South – Southern/Cajun
Sweet Magnolias Bake Shop – Our wedding desserts!
Coneflower Creamery – High quality, artisanal scooped ice cream
Dairy Chef - Classic soft serve
Coffee
Dundee Double Shot
Zen Coffee Company
Myrtle & Cypress Coffeehouse
The Mill
Cafe Postale
Bars & Nightlife
Brickstreet Tavern – Classic dive bar
Laka Lona Rum Club – Tropical cocktails
Red Lion Lounge – Cozy cocktail spot
The Stuffed Olive – Craft cocktails & wine
Activities
Henry Doorly Zoo – Indoor & outdoor exhibits
Lauritzen Gardens – Botanical gardens; where we got engaged!
Kiewit Luminarium – Interactive STEM fun
Joslyn Art Museum – Free exhibits
Gene Leahy Mall & Riverfront – Scenic park
Fontenelle Forest – Outdoor trails
Durham Museum – Historic train station