This is my go-to place before Duke sports events. The fried chicken and grilled or blackened fish are both excellent (and generously portioned), and the seasoned potato chunks and slaw are perfect accompaniments. The friends I have brought here all rave about the smoked brisket. Chef Juan from Baton Rouge knows how to produce authentic Louisiana cuisine. Jay and the rest of the staff are friendly and relaxed but efficient. The vibe is authentically Louisiana funky. There's fun live music available in the back room on Saturday nights. read more

The music was first rate. Food was OK We came to hear Les Trois Chat, a wonderful jazz band in the hot club style -- electric guitar, electric or standup bazz (we liked the latter better), clarinet or alto sax (again, the latter was particularly good), and violin. Some couples got up to dance, including us; there was one couple that was professional quality. Great music, worth a five rating. The food. Reasonable list of bottled beers. For food -- I had gumbo, which was pretty good. One of us had the brisket sandwich did not get a report. The cherry bourbon cake was a disappointing dessert. But glad to be there for the music. No cover, so we tipped well. read more

Succotash, succotash, succotash - where do I begin? At the beginning, duh! Succotash has been in my collection of must try for some time. When I partnered with a local foodie group, this location was featured. So, here we are. This restaurant is nestled in a community of established homes with some businesses dispersed here and there. The location offers musical acts on some nights, but on this particular visit we were greeted with a small and cozy environment. Upon being seated, we ordered the Fried Chicken Plate with Succotash, the Catch of the Day Po Boy w/ (salad), Red Beans - to go, and Gumbo (chicken) - to go. To be honest, the Po Boy was the biggest disappointment. The fish was not fried, as assumed, and had a suspiciously fishy smell. In addition, it was beyond oily. The chicken appeared to have been cooked in a cast iron skillet, and the crust was incredibly crispy (yay!). However, it veered toward dry and could have benefited from a tad more seasoning. What saved the show were the creole elements. We really enjoyed the succotash dish for its flavor-fulness. The red beans and rice were outstanding. The tender simmered beans were kissed with an ample amount of smoke via the brisket. In addition, the andouille sausage added a savory touch that couldn't be beat. So good! We decided not to purchase the gumbo and we regret it. Also, the server was phenomenal! In hindsight, I should have tipped more. If I'm in the area again, I look forward to trying a fried Po Boy, Gumbo, Red Beans and Rice, and/or Jambalaya. Rating: 3.3 read more

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Everything on the menu was delicious! The only thing our group didn't enjoy was the desserts.

We stopped by Succotash for a last minute Friday dinner and it was great. We sat at the bar and received efficient, informative and friendly service from multiple servers. For dinner we split a beet salad and pork chop - got a side of shrimp with the salad - also had a couple of beers, including the Abita Mardi Gras bock they had on special (very enjoyable and only $5). The pork chop was perfectly cooked and seasoned, and accompanied by very tasty- and spicy - potatoes, and sautéed spinach. The salad was equally tasty, maybe a bit overdressed, though the dressing is really good (on the tangy side as it should be). The shrimp were a little overcooked, but tasty. We were too full for dessert, but Succotash offers six or so options, several of which we'll be tempted to try next time we visit. Bottom line: Succotash is a neighborhood restaurant with superb food, great service and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. read more

This place is such a hidden gem and very underrated, at least to me because I've never heard anybody talk about this place. It is a cute restaurant inside with plenty of outdoor seating. It wasn't that busy for a friday night and I placed a to-go order that came out hot and fast. The prices are very generous too because I got 6+ items for only around $120! You honestly can't beat that price with generous portions. You are also able to substitute their coleslaw side for great sides like asparagus, gumbo, potatoes, etc. I got the brisket plate, and substituted the slaw for potatoes and got a side of asparagus. I also got 2 brisket empanadas which came with 2 sides of succotash. Along with that I got 2 shrimp po boys, a fried catfish plate with asparagus, and a side of gumbo. Everything was SUPER seasoned and delicious. I thought every dish was presented amazing, even for being in a to-go box, very flavorful, and satisfying. I was stuffed after trying every dish. This was my first time having succotash and I really liked it. Their brisket was super tender and juicy and so was the brisket empanada. Most dishes had some sort of remoulade sauce drizzled on it which I really enjoyed. The shrimp po boy had a generous amount of shrimp on it too. I guess some dishes had a kick to it which some people may consider spicy but it was great to me. read more

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Loveeee this place. The catfish is my favorite. This place is so Durham. Live music nights, very nice servers, classic food with a little twist and personality. read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Catfish - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

This place is a jewel! I'm a major foodie and I love to try new spots. I was told this restaurant is better than Seraphine which is crazy because the food and service is top notch ! Went here for a dinner date and ordered the seafood plate (catfish and shrimp) both fried to perfection! I will say the Cole slaw was not something to brag about which was disappointing. Susan the co owner came and asked how are food was. Such a sweetheart. We will definitely be coming back! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Garlic Bread - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Very yummy shrimp por boy. Has a little bit of a kick. But I loved the seasonings. Environment is cozy and encourages staying until the doors close!! read more

"Louisiana-inspired foods in Durham" Came here on a Saturday evening at around 5:30pm. The restaurant is tucked back in what seems a mostly residential area, but they have a nice outdoor patio as well as indoor space. Since it was raining, we sat inside. We didn't have a reservation, but we were able to get a table, though I don't know that we could have gotten a table if we came an hour later. There was also some live jazz music slated to start at 7pm, but we left before that time. The space is large and rustic, with a bar-like area near the door and tables to the side. It was a bit loud inside-- the recorded music was playing loudly, but the room was also a bit echoey inside, so we had a little trouble hearing each other if the person speaking was looking away. Service was friendly-- we were seated promptly, told of the specials, and given as much time as we needed to order. I had the catfish plate, which came with smash-fried potatoes, house pickles, and cider-lemon slaw. My wife had the southern fried chicken sandwich, and my son had the smoked brisket sandwich. Food came out in about 15-20 minutes, and it was hot and fresh. Every dish was great. The fried catfish was some of the best I'd ever had-- two very large pieces of it. The potatoes were quite good-- flavorful with some zing. We also got some as an appetizer that had sour cream or something similar on top, whereas my side version didn't have that. The slaw and pickles were good (the pickles were thinly sliced, not quartered or whole). My son loved his brisket-- I had one bite, too, and it was great. HUGE quantity of moist meat, which did mean the sandwich kind-of fell apart, but in deliciousness. The chicken had a great thai chile sauce that was quite yummy. The staff regularly refilled our drinks and took plates away as we finished the dishes. And once we asked for the check, payment and leaving were pretty rapid. Price was moderate-- not a "cheap" dinner, but appropriate for the quality. I think my catfish dinner was $17 or so. Overall, really liked everything here. Definitely a place we'd consider coming back to if feeling like some cajun or similar food. I'd love to try the more traditional Louisiana dishes next time. read more

I love this restaurant! The appetizer for which the restaurant is named can't be beat. Get it with brisket on top. The shrimp creole is also good. It's spicy but not overly so. read more

First time eating at Succotash and had a great experience. We had a party of 8 and everyone raved about their food. Our waiter recommended the brisket. It had a flavorful bark and melted in your mouth. You won't be disappointed ordering anything on their menu. We will definitely be coming back. read more

The food was great. Brisket was moist and smokey. The pickles and pickled onions were quite good. The jambalaya was good. Red beans and rice met my finicky daughter's needs. Beer selection was good. The sodas and such were a bit expensive and since they brought cans we assumed no refills. Waitress was helpful. It was a bit loud, and chairs were hard to move on the concrete floors. We plan to return. read more

Had the pleasure of trying Succotash while visiting some friends in the area. They are a well known food truck in the area, but recently became a brick and mortar restaurant. First impression was this place is huge. There are three dining areas, a main dining room, a back dining area for large groups/overflow, and a nice deck/patio to enjoy during good weather. We were sat in the main dining area which had high ceilings and lots of tables for seating. There is also a large bar area with stools. It was hard to decide what I wanted to eat as much on the menu sounded delicious. My husband and I decided to order two different things and share. First was the Smoked Brisket Plate. This included large slices of brisket served with Smashed Fried Potatoes, Cider - Lemon Slaw and topped with Caramelized onion Jus. The brisket had wonderful smoked flavor and was nice and tender. The jus was very tasty. Their potatoes are baked, mashed, and then fried. Pretty delicious. I also love the slaw, pickled red onion, and cucumber for some brightness and acidity. We also got the Fried Green Tomatoes - Served with Cider-Lemon Baby Spinach, Succotash, Roasted Tomatoes, Bavarian Soft Feta and Drizzled with Smoked Tomato Remoulade. We of course added some fried Shrimp. The shrimp were nice big pieces and perfectly cooked. The breading on the shrimp was great in that it added some nice crunch and fried goodness but not so much that it prevents the flavor of the shrimp to still come through. I love fried green tomatoes and these did not disappoint. The succotash was also delicious. Had a nice comforting taste and the flavor was a great contrast to the fried elements of the dish. It also added nice color to the plate with all of the beans, corn, and tomatoes. I am a sauce person and the remoulade was plentiful and yummy. You could taste and feel the love in the food. Which is what you want for comforting southern and creole flavors. We all left feeling very satisfied. If you live in the area, or just passing through, check this joint out! read more

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Check out this hidden gem located in heart of South Durham called @succotashdurham . Back when succotash was still a food truck, you could easily find us in the front of the line getting their gumbo, po-poys, roasted broccoli with Parmesan and garlic, smashed potatoes, or even their super moist brisket sandwich. For years, we would get excited whenever we saw their big red truck. One of our favorite dishes is the "deconstructed shrimp po-poy". Since we're often on the move, we don't always know when we're re able to actually able to eat our lunch and we want to keep the baguette that houses the big tasty shrimp. Constructing our poboys at home is super convenient and extra remoulade is available upon request. Also make sure to try their fried banana foster dessert next time you go read more

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I enjoyed a lovely lunch with a small group one Sunday afternoon. The fried green tomatoes were beautifully presented and delicious. Several members of our party enjoyed the gumbo. Someone else enjoyed the po' boy. The service was perfect, the ambiance was familiar yet new, and I will definitely be back. I love this location, as it's right in my neighborhood. I look forward to trying many more menu items! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Fried green tomatoes - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

I'll get straight to the point: They make the best fried chicken sandwich in Durham. It's made with chicken thighs that are lightly breaded with just the right hit of cajun seasoning. I think it's cornmeal breading? The same that you'd find on fried catfish. Holy cow does it work miracles, leaving the sandwich flavorful, crisp, and juicy without being too heavy. The red beans and rice was also tasty, with chunks for sausage and ham, and served with a big hunk of buttered (garlic?) bread. My toddler loved it. I am looking forward to coming back to try the other stuff on the menu, including all the seafood options - but I'll probably have to order that chicken sandwich again! And since another review of the brick and mortar mentioned a long wait time, we came for an early Saturday lunch (~11:30) and were the first ones in the place. Our food arrived in ~15-20 minutes. read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Fried chicken thigh sandwich with smashed potatoes - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Wow! I wanted to come by this restaurant on my last visit to Durham but didn't get the chance. I finally got to try it and got the Gumbo and Southern Fried Chicken platter. The food is so hearty and so tasty! Definitely coming back again. read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Chicken Gumbo - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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Our early Saturday lunch was stellar. Wonderful seafood gumbo with a slab of crisp garlic bread, real-deal catfish po' boy with excellent remoulade and a muffuletta as big as your head. Cherry lemonade and Abita Purple Haze. Our server was friendly and ready to help. We've been to NOLA many times and Succotash would fit right in. read more

A great new addition to North Rampart St. Fried soft shell crabs and oysters are delicious. For anyone "allergic" to shellfish, I recommend that they visit an allergist and get desensitized if indeed they are truly allergic. Lots of folks out there think or were told they are allergic but actually aren't. read more

Wowza! Everything was delicious! Our server amber was fast, efficient and friendly, funny too! We got the full steam IPA, so glad they have that in tap it was great. We did the empanada which came with succotash. We haven't evert had succotash before it was so good! The empanada was stuffed with brisket, stuffed. Such great flavors. I got the fried chicken sandwich and the hub got the catfish po boy. We so enjoyed our sandwiches!! Fried so good but not greasy at all. Very fresh ingredients, some good tasty cucumbers too. I could go on and on! If we lived closer we would be back weekly. Chef clearly knows what he's doing!!! read more

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Stopped by while touring the local universities. Immediately loved the eclectic vibe, warm and genuine staff. Chef took the time needed to make our brisket plates and southern fried chicken with a side of succotash to perfection. Tastes were intense in the right way, wide-ranging, yet balanced especially with a local brew. Textures were perfect, brisket was tender with a crispy layer, chicken was hot and juicy with crispy skin. Slaw was tasty and nicely balanced with pickled red onion. Presentation was beautiful. This is a restaurant that is all about the food and people. We loved it. Thank y'all! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Brisket plate with potatoes, slaw and pickled red onion - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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I'd go back! I thought the service was good. And I loved how I was able to walk in and get a table without a reservation on a Saturday! It's also easy to park in the parking lot. The ambiance was nice and they have live music sometimes on weekends! The food was good too. I really liked the catfish and the smashed potatoes. I'd love to try the fried green tomatoes and the fried chicken. I'd also love to try the desserts! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Catfish plate - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Quality of food was terrible. Beef brisket too fatty to eat. Jambalaya adequate at best. Never going back.

A small local restaurant I've dined at multiple times, specializing in southern/creole cooking. Had their special of blackened red drum over a cheese grits cake with grilled asparagus, topped with crab meat, shrimp and crawfish. OMG! It was the best thing I've ever had there. Wait staff is friendly and prompt. Highly recommended this local eatery! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Blackened Red Drum - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

So tonight I celebrated a mile stone birthday. The first time I ate at this restaurant was in May and after meeting the owner and speaking with her, I new immediately that I wanted to have my birthday dinner there. Flash-Forward to August. My guests loved it. I loved it. Thank you for the memories. read more

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We ate here yesterday and were impressed by both the food and service. I had a small bowl of seafood gumbo and my wife had a shrimp po'boy and everthing was excellent, both flavor and presentation-wise. Seasoning was authentic and it was great to find a bit of NOLA in Durham, North Carolina. Prices were reasonable and portion-sizes were excellent. We also noticed that the barbecue brisket plates the couple next to us had were huge. Highly recommended. read more

Lunch today at the recently opened restaurant was divine. This comfort food warmed my soul in this dreary weather. We dined inside and enjoyed shrimp po boys, a side salad, crispy smashed potatoes, flavorful chicken and sausage gumbo, and a slice of lemon cake for dessert (so moist!). They also have outdoor seating and a private event space, as well as live music on Saturday nights. Our server was super nice and helpful when it was time to order so I will definitely return here to try more of their southern creole cuisine. read more

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My wife and I really enjoyed the dinner we had from Succotash Durham. This is an outstanding food truck that visited our apartment community in Chapel Hill. We tried five different items (actually, seven since the Veggie Plate consisted of three different items) and we thought each and every item was delicious. Chef-owner Juan served us and it was clear, his food is excellent. My wife loved the Fried Banana Puddin the most. It blew her mind. Succotash's logo describes its cuisine as "feisty Southern fusion." We had the following: * Smoked Brisket Sandwich ($12.07) - sharp cheddar, balsamic mustard, house pickles, caramelized onion BBQ on sandwich roll * Veggie Plate ($12.07) - roasted broccoli with vinaigrette and shaved Pecorino, smashed fried potatoes with smoked tomato sauce and herb creme fraiche, and citrus slaw * Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich ($11.16) - garlic lemon aioli, smoked tomato/Thai chili BBQ, mixed greens, tomato, and house pickles on sandwich roll * Deep South Succotash ($5.57) - braised butter beans and lima beans with fire-roasted yellow and white corn, tomatoes, peppers and onions, fresh herbs, sausage of the day * Fried Banana Puddin ($4.64) - made into empanadas and served with whipped cream and cinnamon sugar In general, we were impressed with everything. The food/ingredients were high-quality and each item was presented beautifully. Along with "Southern fusion," I would describe the dishes as modern Southern. There was a nice attention to detail, whether it be the incredibly fresh and crunchy pickles on the sandwiches or the individually-grilled slices of yummy sausage in the succotash. It was an extra level of thought and care we could tell was put into each dish. The Smoked Brisket Sandwich was terrific. The slices of beef were thick, tender, and savory. A good mix of fat and leanness. Nice char too. I really liked the balsamic mustard which was made with a grain mustard. The layer of cheese on the bottom of the meat made this sandwich extra rich. My wife liked how Juan toasted the buns. All around, a great brisket sandwich. As a fan of veggies (broccoli is one of my favorites), I was drawn to the Veggie Plate. The roasted broccoli was firm with delectable shavings of Pecorino cheese. My wife liked the citrus slaw the best of the three veggies because it was crunchy, refreshing, and zingy. I liked the smashed fried potatoes more than I normally like potatoes because of the seasoning, tomato sauce, and creme fraiche. These aren't your ordinary smashed potatoes. They're better. The Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich was fantastic. The combination of ingredients was pretty much perfect, from the ripe, bold, red tomato slices to the fresh, green leaves of spinach beneath the crispy, boneless, fried chicken filet. Also, the garlic lemon aioli on the top bun was a game-changer. Compared to a fast food chain chicken sandwich (e.g. Chick-fil-A), Succotash's chicken sandwich was less oily and more flavorful. It's hard to pick a favorite of the things we ate, but if I had to it would be the namesake Deep South Succotash. Wow. This was some very, very good succotash, the best I've had in recent memory and perhaps ever. What I liked most about it was, again, how fresh the ingredients were. The roasted corn was a nice touch. Overall, the succotash was smoky, subtly spicy, and it reminded us of something Creole, like gumbo. I highly recommend it. This was stick-to-your-ribs type food (comfort food). My wife liked the Fried Banana Puddin more than me. I thought it was good, she thought it was great, but she also likes sweets more than me. Fried banana pudding tastes exactly how it sounds -- a truly decadent dessert. What made this version special was a caramel / dulce de leche type filling inside. You can see it in my cross section picture. The outside was crispy and sugary and the inside was warm and luscious. Chef Juan served the whipped cream with cinnamon sugar on the side so it wouldn't immediately melt while on top of the hot "empanada." The special of the day was Shrimp Creole. In addition to the items we ordered, Succotash also offered a Brisket Plate ($13.92), Cornmeal Fried Shrimp Po-boy ($12.07), a Shrimp Plate ($13.92), a Veggie Sandwich du Jour ($11.14), a Smashed-Fried Potato App ($5.57), and Roasted Broccoli (app/side, $5.57). We basically tried the entire food menu except for the shrimp-related dishes (I'm allergic to shrimp). Despite the amount and variety of food that we ordered, chef Juan had everything ready for us in just 10-15 minutes. There was no one ahead of us in line, but customers did show up after us. I forgot my wallet. Luckily, Succotash uses Square (POS system) and I was able to pay with my phone (Google Pay, NFC). TL;DR - For the Triangle, I give Succotash Durham 4.5 stars rounded up to 5 (especially for a one-man show). I recommend the brisket and chicken sandwiches, succotash, and fried banana pudding. read more

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We had read good things about the Succotash food truck before they opened this restaurant. We had an offer from a local dining discount club and stopped in for brunch on a Sunday. The staff were friendly, and the food was delicious. We enjoyed our passionfruit ice teas, fried green tomatoes entree, half oyster po boy and gumbo, and side of succotash with smoked brisket. We can't vouch for how authentic the cajun/creole food is but everything tasted wonderful. Looks like they have live music on some nights as well. We had recommendations for dessert but were too full. We'll have to come back. read more

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First time here. Food is as excellent and average pricing. Anthony was our waiter, very attentive and helpful with menu. Nice and relaxed atmosphere. read more

You have to get the brisket! Whether ii isthe plate or the empanadas, you cannot go wrong! Also, make sure you get either the broccoli or the greens.... Deeee-lish!! Oh and do not forget the fried banana pudding.... You will die!!!!! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Fried banana pudding - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

Went here for Mother's Day and it was amazing!!! I was able to call for a reservation for 6 the day of and they gave free cake for mothers. It was so special for my mom and grandma! The food was also delicious! Really unique and delicious fried chicken sandwich, as well as great extensive menu. It was my first time trying succotash and it was great! The beef brisket was also delicious. Everything was so flavorful! The ambiance was great too. Love the decorations and feel of the place :) Will definitely be back. Thank you for a great experience! read more

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Excellent food, service could be just a little quicker. Popped in here for lunch on a rainy Sunday with family, it was relatively quiet but there was one big group already seated. The menu has lots of tasty offerings but played it safe and went with the Shrimp poboy. The portions are sizable but they do offer lunch combos so you can sample things. Overall the food was excellent, my entire party loved their entrees. The only complaint was that food took a while to come to the table, around an hour or so which seemed a little lengthy. Hopefully they can up those order to table times. read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Daily menu - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

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I first heard about this restaurant chain from my fiancée's brother. He went to the location in Washington D.C. I came here on a Sunday and I could tell they were short staff on the front of the house side. It was one server and a busgirl. The server was great and a hard worker. I ordered the brisket sandwich with fried smashed potatoes. The brisket sandwich was great and loved all the ingredients that comprised of the sandwich. The brisket was prepared well and packed with flavor. The potatoes were ok, it crispy, lacked flavor, and I requested ketchup but never received it. Overall, the experience was underwhelming and was t great from when I sat down until I left the restaurant. The staff needed more help at the front of the house, but hats off to the one server who did a great job! read more

Succotash Southern and Creole Kitchen - Brisket sandwich - Southern Near Me - Durham, North Carolina

The atmosphere was very laid back and chill. The staff was very attentive and pleasant to be around. The food was fresh and full of flavor. The fried tomatoes with the sauce complimented each other well read more

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Food and service were excellent. Can't go wrong with the fried green tomatoes! And their hummingbird cake is really something to behold.

This place was a hidden gem. Service was very great, menu was well rounded, diverse and some creative bold culinary mixes. The food was fresh and flavorful! read more

The restaurant has a nice and low key ambiance, nothing pretentious. The food we had was good although both my wife and daughter (15) both felt the food in general was too spicy. I thought the spice level was still on the mild side though. We ate fried green tomatoes topped with shrimp, seafood gumbo, and deep fried catfish. The texture of the catfish didn't remind me of the catfish I have fried myself but the flavors were all spot on. My son (6) ate a burger with fries and he loved it. Lastly, the service was very warm and friendly, but overall a little flaky. When the food arrived it was first for the wrong table and the catfish was not the special I had ordered but the standard menu. Overall good food though. read more

Anna and Malana were awesome! The food was absolutely amazing! Would definitely come back again and again!