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    Foster's Market

    4.0 (704 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Foster's Market - Large and in charge. Beautiful cake! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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    FOSTER'S MARKET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Large and in charge. Beautiful cake!

    Took my love here to one of her favorite places for our anniversary during our stay in Durham. The salads (curry chicken, caprese, sweet potato, and more) were fresh and flavorful. I wanted some of everything. But the cakes... my goodness! Along with the carrot cake, we asked for a slice of coconut cake. We brought them up to the register to check out, and our cashier noted that the second slice didn't have the same clean, appealing lines as the carrot cake pictured here and wasn't up to the standard. Bottom line: she wouldn't charge us for it, and she left a huge positive impression about high expectations (all of which were met) for the food and service. Earned all 5 stars. Not to mention the spacious, rustic outdoor seating set apart by garden walls and cool enough even on a warm late spring day.

    Biscuit sandwich
    David S.

    Holy overrated. The best word for this place is just disappointing. It was packed so clearly people like it, but nothing really had any flavor. Nothing was bad, just everything was bland. The chorizo omelet was massive so we were excited, but it was basically all onion, like I swear an entire yellow onion in there. The chorizo itself had no flavor. The scones looked great and were huge, but the biscuit was raw and didn't taste like much. I don't mind a slightly undercooked biscuit but this was way too much. The servers were also pretty pushy, rushing us to order and then to eat. The chairs were super uncomfortable too. Just overall a disappointing meal.

    Daily omelet special with potatoes
    Katherine S.

    Breakfast was ok. Omelet large, but not much flavor. Coffee was fine. Seating was uncomfortable and environment loud and crowded. Ordering and paying system is confusing. My friend had a scone and said it was dry. No gluten free baked good options. Pretty pricey as well

    Key lime pie
    Nan T.

    The perfect spot for a casual lunch. Their sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and pies are all fantastic. So much to choose from. They have lots of sides and drinks to choose from too. Employees aren't the friendliest but they move you through the line quickly. Overall I'd highly recommend this place

    Huevos rancheros
    Sydney H.

    this was my first time coming to Foster's and it definitely won't be the last. .We were looking for a breakfast spot in Durham and they had the perfect breakfast menu with lots of options. upon entering you order at the counter and then they give you the check to go pay at the cashier. We ordered the huevos rancheros and breakfast burrito. They had a huge selection of breakfast dishes, along with sandwiches and wraps. there was plenty of seating inside and outside . our food came out pretty fast and probably about 10 minutes. Once the food is ready, they'll bring it out to your table. while waiting for the food browsed all the local items that they had around the store. this is such a cool local restaurant to come when you have people visiting from out of town. I can't wait to come back to try the lunch items

    Crystal D.

    Foster's is a cute spot where you can walk in to place an order at a service counter. Orders were taken and came out quickly, and everyone was kind. I had the Breakfast Special, it was an Italian Grits Bowl. The cheddar cheese grits were the star of the show and paired so well with the grape tomatoes and over easy eggs. The only downside was the prosciutto, in these slices it was difficult to cut and eat easily. I would love to see the prosciutto fried in this bowl. Would love to go back to try more of the menu!

    Vegetarian Omelette with home fries
    Kassim C.

    What I recommend: The casserole of the day and any of their baked goods, especially the pies and macaroon cookies Foster's Market is a Durham staple and a must-try if you're in the area. It's one of my favorite spots for breakfast or a casual brunch, and it has that true farmhouse feel that makes it so special. The BLT sandwich is always a solid choice, but the real standouts are the casseroles and baked items. The casserole changes daily, and if you're lucky, you'll catch the Monterey mac and cheese or the chilaquiles version, both are incredible. The baked goods are where Foster's really shines. I've tried the peach pie, blueberry mixed pie, and apple pie, and every single one was top-notch. Their macaroon cookies are also fantastic. Foster's Market has been part of Durham for as long as I can remember, and for good reason, service is always A-1. It's cozy, delicious, and one of my go-to spots in town.

    Huevos Rancheros
    Jason P.

    A great family brunch place. I say that, because of the open indoor and outdoor seating, without feeling pressure of leaving the table, since wait staff just brings the food after you order at the counter. Lots of kids / families when we went this Saturday. I had the Huevos Rancheros. Eggs were warm and fluffy. The spice was good, and nice to have the Pico and sour cream on the side. Food came out very quickly!

    Omlet of the day
    Shirley Z.

    Cute little marketplace with lots of seating! To order food you go up to the counter and they give you a ticket to pay at the register. The omelet was pretty good I can't complain, but something that threw me off a little was my friends and I were eating and someone came up to us very abruptly and asked "did you guys pay?" To which we said yes and she just walked away. No other words, not even a hello beforehand. She didn't ask any of the other tables either which made us feel extra off. It's a cute place but I dont think I'll be returning due to the service.

    Spicy dill pickle chips
    Hayley P.

    Big fan of Foster's Market for years. It's like a general store + deli. It has a good selection of sandwiches, chips (spicy dill pickle chips are my new personality trait), as well as drinks and desserts. Plus, the goodies like you would expect at a general store. A great stop for a goodie or a small gift. I got the turkey club this most recent time. Wish it had a little bit more Dijon mustard but maybe that's just me. Otherwise, delicious! They have indoor and outdoor seating, some under a patio and more at picnic tables in the open. Nice to have lunch here and get some sunshine on your face. ~$13 on average for a sandwich and the chips cost extra, plus a credit card fee when you pay. Parking lot is a little cramped and the road you're turning onto (15-501) is turning into a highway, so it has lots of traffic basically at all times of day so taking a left turn may be difficult.

    Not sure...something like country farm breakfast???
    Chuck J.

    I really abhor giving a place a negative review, so I will keep the tone 'lukewarm', which is more than I can say about the food I was served. The place has a warm, rustic decor, with a modern-country atmosphere...charming, even. I found the service & staff very welcoming and helpful. Now, my point of contention. I have to say -- when I received my breakfast plate; the only thing that was even close to being warm on my plate was the sausage patty, which was delicious by the way. ;-) My eggs and my potatoes were almost at the point of being cold. So instead of eating my food there at the restaurant, which was my intention, I had to box it up and take it home so that I could heat it up to make it tolerable for consumption. I do have to give them proper respect for giving me an ample amount of food but, when I order food from a restaurant, I do have the expectation of it being at least warm enough to enjoy the flavor and eating experience. Soooo, you may be asking yourself, "why didn't he just send it back"? Short answer is: I was a bit in a hurry, and I did not have the heart to do so. I don't know, sometimes you just don't want to make a scene at a place that's supposed to have some of the best cuisine around.

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    Audrey C.

    Came for brunch with a friend! Super cozy market vibes inside and food was delicious! Service was quick and people were friendly. Want to come back and try their desserts later.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Rich M.

    Great farmhouse feel to this place, it has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is friendly, while you wait you can shop in their small gift shop, it's more of an area that has food stuffs for purchase. The food is fresh and doesn't feel frozen or overly processed. The prices are reasonable for the amount of food you receive. Nice breakfast/brunch place.

    Sausage gravy biscuit with egg and cheese grits.

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