Cute craft bar with great food options…read more.. My friend wanted to check this place out since she recently moved to the area and I decided to join her and I'm glad I did. The bar inside is small, but makes for a more intimate and cozy experience. There's also a large patio, but it was raining the day that we visited. There's also plenty of parking since it's in a shopping center. When we entered there was only 2 other patrons in the bar and we decided to sit at the bar. We were greeted immediately and handed menus. There was a cocktail menu as well as a food menu from V Pizza. The drinks were delicious and perfect! The bartenders were great at their jobs. For food, we ordered a Buffalo Chicken Pizza to share and I ordered an Italian Salad with the Balsamic dressing....both were DELICIOUS!!! I will definitely be back! Great food, drinks, and service!

Highly recommend- service, ambience, menu, location all fit perfectly for a great time.read more

Service and vibe was awesome!! Love the outdoor seating area as well!! Thank you to everyone!!!read more

Stayed here for a business trip. Great drinks, service, and ambiance. In fact, the Moscow mule was…read moremade with the most authentic ratios of ingredients!

Trendy, exciting, yet cozy ambiance. Our server was super nice and very knowledgeable of the menu…read more The KPG roll was good, but the wasabi citrus sauce underneath was sublime; I wanted to lick my plate, but kept it classy. Highly recommend the Evil Noodles; zippy, spicy sauce, grill charred mushrooms and veggies and the super wide, pillowy rice noodles. I'm not a noodle expert, but they tasted/felt hand pulled; forgot to ask! I'd like to go back at least 20 times to try everything on the menu. They also have a group menu for private events and plenty of space to host a large group. We saw some of the family style dishes and sushi going by and it was first class.

The food was delicious! We had the Fried Vegetable Spring Rolls, the Mango Tuna Crisp roll and the…read moreFilipino Lechon. For cocktails, we had the Silk Road and the Nightshade's Revival Barrel Aged cocktail. All the food felt fresh and was very flavorful. I used to dislike mango when I was young - I've since grown to be ok with it in my adulthood - but the Mango Tuna Crisp roll exceeded my expectations. The passion fruit definitely provided a nice contrast to the sweet mango that made it really delicious. Also, the spicy duck sauce with the spring rolls was a 10/10! That's the way I always want my duck sauce from now on. Unfortunately, I can't give it 5 stars because the wait time for service and the check during our meal was very long. We came in when it wasn't busy and it became moderately busy while we were there, but it still was a long time between the times they checked in on our table.

Chinese and luxury restaurant don't often go together in US historically. I was pleasantly…read moresurprised and delighted at the experience. The menu seemed pricey but the ambiance and food quality more than deserves. It is nice tranquil environment. The service is quick and respectful and they are not shy in guiding. I had eggplant dish, which I have had at multiple chinese restaurants before, but haven't seen this style of creation. It looked and tasted awesome. I wish they had more vegeterian items on the menu especially for the dinner and that has held us back from visiting. They had nice chinese jazz music playing. I enjoyed the experience and will definitely visit again. I asked the server for vegeterian options during dinner, he said they are willing to accomodate e.g. fish with tofu. So we will be here again another time with family.

Celebrated an anniversary with my girlfriend with dinner here! The staff was super accommodating,…read morehelpful, and friendly despite us being underdressed after a day of exploring Raleigh (oops). Pretty cool incorporating high end Chinese food, and the atmosphere was fancy but cozy. Don't forget to look around, they have lots of cool decorations! As for food, I was a bit underwhelmed. We started with the salt and pepper calamari which had a great balance of mala spice. It was delicious and set high expectations for the rest of the meal. We mainly came for the Peking duck which was honestly just ok, especially considering the price. I thought it'd come with more meat, most of the duck was skin which also seemed to be sweeter? than usual. We also got the century egg Napa cabbage which seemed very overpriced and under flavored. Our waitress mentioned it was a new item, so it may be refined in the future. Giving 4 stars for the experience. Missed our waitress' name, but she was great and made the experience even better. I think this place is worth trying again, but probably for another special occasion to justify the price range!

I did not know this place was here. Just started a new job off of TW Alexander, and looked on yelp…read morefor nearby restaurants for lunch. It's a southern thing popped up. I almost didn't go, because I thought this was the downtown Durham restaurant, which is nice, but parking nightmare. Glad I went, though. The food was solid. I had the fired chicken sandwhich and fries the first day, a buffalo chicken wrap the second day, and the smoked chicken wings the third day, yes, 3 in a row. That has to say something, especially for me. All lunch items were pretty spot on, although I like a little more vinegar in my slaw than most. That was remedied by the texas pete on the bar. The service staff were all hands on. If the bartender was not there, the manager or a back of the house person was always checking on me. Very nice staff. As far as the ambiance itself, nice setup. Good sized bar, nice big patio, clean indoor and restrooms... all in all, I could not ding them for anything. I need to go to check out the weekend brunch or dinner menu. I am sure that I will not be disappointed, however, I have been told to get to brunch before noon, as it gets very busy, also a good thing. Cheers. :)

We went to It's a Southern Thing on a Sunday morning around 9:30 and walked right in--no wait,…read morewhich honestly felt like a small miracle for brunch. Even better surprise: the patio was wide open and dog-friendly. Immediate bonus points. Service was great. She was friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations without being overbearing. I had the Shrimp & Grits, which came with plenty of large shrimp and really rich, flavorful grits. Definitely a solid choice. My date ordered the Blackstone Benedict -a sort of ham, poached eggs, and hollandaise, with breakfast potatoes and gluten-free bread. She was genuinely thrilled with it, which is saying something as she is a hollondaise stickler. By the time we were leaving, a line had started to build, so if you're planning a weekend brunch here, I'd recommend getting there on the earlier side. Parking is easy (big lot), and there's a grocery store right next door, which is surprisingly convenient. Overall, just a really easy, enjoyable brunch spot with good food, great service, and a relaxed vibe. We'll be back.

So good omg I had the butter chicken pasta. I forgot to take a picture it was so good... that just…read moremeans I need to go back . I think there was a party going on but the food still came out pretty quick. The server didn't rush is even though we were sitting outside past closing. The outdoor seating was nice and there's an exit nearby to avoid walking between any tables. I ate everything it was so good I'm suprised more people weren't there as I think they have a special on Wednesday!

Bottom line: Sip N Spices has a lot going on, mainly in the wide variety of choices in menu…read morechoices. Going with bits of Indian, Italian, and Mexican cuisine with bar standbys like burgers and salads, there's something for about every taste preference. Casual but nicely decorated inside and service with a bit of a personal note to it, I had a good lunch visit here. The Deets: I went for a walk down Hatcher Creek Greenway and decided to duck into Morrisville Square for a bite to eat for lunch. I had seen Sips N Spices on my Yelp radar for the neighborhood so chose them for some eats. With the outside signs displaying "Grill, Taco, Pizza & Bar" it sounded like they had quite the variety. That variety shows through upon entering in, with the atmosphere and menu. The feel on the inside is cool and eclectic both, very relaxing and very casual but clean and well decorated (see pics). As far as the menu, they have a fusion of Indian, Italian, and Mexican going on but also burgers and salads if you are looking for more bar-like cuisine. They really do have a little bit of everything, even hookah and a full bar. The atmosphere was chill and relax with friends kind of vibe to me. In looking at all the possibilities on the wide variety offered on the menu, I went a bit out of my comfort zone in ordering the Butter Chicken Pasta dish (without the optional green chili). Note to tea drinkers, they only offer sweet tea I found when I tried to order unsweetened tea but I was good with a Diet Coke instead. The Butter Chicken Pasta was a perfect lunch portion served as a bowl. Even without the green chili option, it still had a bit of spice to it but enough to make it flavorful without being overwhelming (as you know, I'm not one for overly spicy foods). Even with the dish having more spice than expected (he said he would place the order in as mild), I enjoyed my lunch here as this pasta dish was anything but boring and lackluster, again flavorful comes to mind. I also liked that Nick here at Sip N Spices took the time to ask me how I knew about them and what brought me in, as well as him sharing that the dishes are inspired by his grandmother's recipes. Personal customer service is always a positive in my book and it was shown here. I look forward to trying other menu selections here, especially if I have an urge for a burger in the future. A good first visit here!

Great place to relax and shoot some pool. Bartenders are all very friendly. I spend way more time…read morehere than I should. Highly recommend.

No food. Took 10 minutes for the bartender to even approach. No time limit on tables. So if you…read morewant to play pool don't waste your time. And apparently rates for APA league time have gone up a lot. Ambiance is nice but if you can't shoot some pool who cares

Listen... Was I forced to carb load this meal? Yes. But did I have a good time while doing so? Also…read moreyes. As a vegetarian, there were admittedly pretty limited options, but I was aware of that going in and still wanted to try out this Durham institution. You get complimentary Focaccia (not once, but twice!), with perfectly crusty outside, bouncy inside, and a wonderful olive oil. If I had known this beforehand, probably would not have ordered the Dinner Rolls- nonetheless, they were delightful (pillowy soft and came with an airy butter). As an appetizer, we got the Little Gem Lettuce, which was a little too salty for my taste, and I felt the citrus accentuated the saltiness even more. However, my friends thought it was seasoned well so take this with a grain of salt lol. But I did enjoy the creaminess of the dressing and the crunch from the topping; also, it was pleasant to eat along with some bread. For my entrée, I got the Spaghettini. This was my first time trying shaved black truffle and I was underwhelmed, but I loved the pasta itself, which had a really unique bite to it and was rich but not heavy. The pasta dishes are on the smaller side with regards to portion. Last but definitely not least: the Hot Chocolate Soufflé. Oh my gosh. When I say this was heavenly, I could literally hear angels singing as I took my first bite. The hot fudge was velvety but not overwhelming, the soufflé soft, and perfectly balanced by the cool bourbon-caramel ice cream. This is assembled table side so you get a fun little show as well haha. We were taken on a bit of an emotional rollercoaster because apparently they were having trouble with the oven, but so grateful that could be fixed. Service was amazing (shout out to Beza!), very friendly and appropriate timing. Ambiance is superb, literally the epitome of modern elegance and probably the best in Durham for a fancy night out. Highly recommend getting a reservation. I could see parking being tricky on busy weekends, but I was able to snag a spot in front of the restaurant. Overall, I had a good experience with some minor room for improvement with dish execution but definitely would appreciate more vegetarian and vegan-friendly options (although, I suppose I didn't ask if modifications to dishes was possible). 9/10 would recommend!

Food: excellent. The food is delicious, expert chef. It is expensive. Plus they add a surcharge for…read moreuse of credit card, which is surprising given the premium pricing which averages $100 per person. Service. Poor. Waitress Broke the wine cork, forgot to serve bread (blamed an ongoing wine dinner) and did not serve olive oil, when bread was served after making request. Ambience: Cozy with tables close. I came away annoyed. There are few restaurants of this quality in Durham, but they need to do better for me to return.

Wow every time we go in the food and drinks are awesome…read more Fast service Friendly staff Like the robot

Came in on a Tuesday for taco Tuesday and saw a sign that said under new management. They dont do…read moretaco Tuesday anymore and both the food and drink menu are significantly smaller )-: we also got straws but never any water? Prices increased as well so we ended up not eating here just getting drinks instead since we realized after we put in our drink order. I really loved the way they were before

Absolutely love Bralie's!!! Seeing as it is a Bills backer bar it is great to go see a game there,…read morearrive early or you will miss out on a seat! Love that all the bartenders are able to keep everyone straight and are always checking on you. Their wings and mozz sticks are the best! Love all the Bills swag on the walls! They also have a pool table, darts, etc games to play while there! Super fun times

Folks, this is such a cool place to visit! I have been here more than a few times and every time I…read morehave had the coldest beer and some of the most scrumptious food. They have a reputation of having one of the best and biggest burgers in a triangle. I have even grabbed the chef by the arm and shook his hand because of his food being so good! One of the bartenders by the name of Tennessee -- I tell you, she has to be one of the nicest people I've met in Durham over the past years and I really like her. They have a huge assortment of TVs to watch movies, TV shows and of course your favorite games. They have a nice assortment of pool tables and games, including darts throughout the area and I tell you folks, this place is huge so there's no lack of space. Everyone's friendly and welcoming, and I foresee no problems or issues at this place because I consider it one of those friendly neighborhood sports bars.