Restaurants near Durham

“I believe our server was Serena, great service, good prices, definitely glad we stopped in! Definitely recommend. :0)”

“Amazing service, delicious food and beverages. I like to come in the mornings and get a brewed coffee and bagel to go. So yummy. Everything about this place will just make you smile as soon as you walk through the door. :)”

“Everyone friendly the food so delicious we come here once a week.”

“I recently moved to Durham for work purposes, I'm so glad I found this Gem of a bar, all the staff are super nice and they clearly know how to " read" their customers. Great spot for an after work drink.”

“Monkey Bowls has excellent customer service!!! They’re willing to help you pick out the best flavor combinations and they’re priced very fair! I tried their special this month and it was top tier delicious!”

“Better than the restaurant across from you😋😋😋”

“Everyone friendly the food so delicious we come here once a week.”

“So happy Coco and Ian are bringing their amazing food to an already great space. The appetizers and specialty cocktails we had were all amazing!”

“The food was absolutely phenomenal. And Sophie made it so welcoming and fun I can’t wait to return.”

“My Fiance and I celebrated our anniversary tonight for dinner and had Rudy as our server and WOW! He absolutely makes the experience! Everyone was welcoming and very knowledgeable. Food was fantastic and the management is one of the best I’ve seen in! Had a little hiccup but not worth mentioning more. 10/10 recommend and will be back again”

“The customer service was spot on”

“the best “Banh-mi” in Chico.. super friendly staff and has generous portions of street food.”

“this place is utterly delightful. wonderful setting, fantastic ice cream. we go there regularly and love it every time!”

“Decided to try this with my family today. Ordered a different entre for each one of us as well as two appetizers of which we all shared so we could get a better idea of what we would like for the next time. What a pleasant surprise! Every bite was delicious and unique! We met the owner Lilli who was very sweet and willing to please. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who likes a casual, welcoming, friendly, and different but absolutely tasty dining experience. Way to go Lilli!”

“Buena comida, Mexicana, y muy buena atención por los propietarios..👍❤”

“Best Mediterranean food outside the Mediterranean region… Great atmosphere, food is delicious, well seasoned, service is excellent and I love going there. The owner is a hospitality expert and makes a great experience for us every time. I am impressed!”

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Write an over-the-top amazing review for Westside Pizza, emphasizing how amazing the owner is and how great the food is.

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If you haven’t experienced Westside Pizza, are you even living? Because this place doesn’t just serve pizza — it delivers pure, cheesy, life-affirming joy in a box.

Let’s start with the food. The crust? Golden. Perfectly balanced between crispy and fluffy, like it was handcrafted by carb-loving angels. The sauce? Bright, rich, and bold — the kind that makes you pause mid-bite and just nod in silent respect. And the cheese? A glorious, stretchy masterpiece that deserves its own slow-motion entrance music. Every topping tastes outrageously fresh, piled high with generosity that feels almost rebellious in today’s world. Whether it’s a classic pepperoni, a fully-loaded specialty pie, or those dangerously addictive breadsticks, every single bite feels like it was made with intention and pride.

But the real secret ingredient at Westside Pizza isn’t just what comes out of the oven — it’s the owner.

The owner radiates the kind of warmth and dedication you don’t see often anymore. You can feel their passion the second you walk through the door. They don’t just run a pizza place; they cultivate a community. They greet customers like old friends, remember names, ask about your day, and somehow make you feel like you’re the most important person in the building — even during the dinner rush. That level of care seeps into everything: the perfectly timed orders, the upbeat energy of the staff.

It’s the rare combination of phenomenal food and a genuinely exceptional human being behind the counter that elevates Westside Pizza from “great local spot” to “legendary neighborhood institution.”

In a world of average takeout, Westside Pizza stands tall, proudly cheesy, and unapologetically excellent. Five stars aren’t enough. This place deserves fireworks.”

“Fabulous people, music and atmosphere!”

“pineapple milkshake is awesome”

“Love their food! Best breakfasts in town! Nice servers, too.”

“Love Caitlyn. Absolutely the best waitress we’ve witnessed. She’s attentive, bubbly, and knowledgeable. Any night we have a bay sitter, we come to red tavern!!”

“I've eaten here twice now and it's been so good each time.”

“i had their breakfast scone yesterday. very good. I love their dinner rolls, bread and cinnamon rolls”

“I did not know i was missing one thing my whole life. Then I was handed this tasty pizza and that was the day. The day I almost ate a whole pizza. Realy good food and the worker are awsome. My first time their and it felt like it was the place to be everyweekend. Just go and get some pizza. You will see what I mean.”

“Great food! Nice atmosphere.”

“The food was delicious, service exceptional. Everything is fresh, made to order. High quality Indian food. I highly recommend this place. I was at first disappointed that the buffet was not there. I ordered the chili chicken and garlic naan. It was wonderful. So full of flavor and I had plenty to take home for another meal.”

“Seriously the absolute best coffee in Chico. All syrups are house made and taste amazing. Eileen and Rylan are great people and always make me feel welcome when I am at their shop. This is a true gem to be in Chico.”

“Very good experience. The Owner accommodated our vegetarian dietary preferences and helped us in the right way ! The food was also very fresh and tasty, would recommend to all.”

“The owners were friendly and the froyo was good. So many toppings to choose from.”

“Great chill environment and love to sit outside with my dog after a morning in the park.”