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BEAR BOTTOM · Best Restaurants · Curated · Updated 2026
Best Restaurants near BEAR BOTTOM
Discover the best restaurants near BEAR BOTTOM. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
The 10 best restaurants near BEAR BOTTOM
The Boathouse
Riverside gem in a 500-year-old haven: cocktails, dry-aged steaks, and Elvet Bridge views fuel vibrant brunches and lively nights in Durham's historic embrace.
59 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NP
Tapas Factory
Authentic Spanish tapas and Mediterranean flavors in Durham's vibrant city center.
14 Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AA
Turkish Kitchen Meze and grill
Authentic Turkish grilling and meze in Durham's vibrant city centre, where tradition meets modern hospitality.
ground floor, 66 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NP
La Spaghettata
Durham’s longest-standing independent Italian restaurant, serving authentic, hearty Italian dishes in a cozy, welcoming setting since 1996.
First floor, 66 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NP
Fat Hippo Durham
Savor bold, inventive burgers in a quirky multi-level venue on historic Saddler Street, Durham’s heart of casual dining.
36 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NU
Restaurant 17
Boutique dining below Elvet Bridge offering world-inspired dishes in an intimate, candlelit setting with fresh local ingredients.
17 Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AA
Uno Momento
Generous Italian portions and vibrant atmosphere in the heart of historic Durham’s Silver Street.
39 Silver St, Durham DH1 3RD
Tango Durham
Lively American-style burgers, fresh local produce, and creative cocktails in Durham’s vibrant city centre with riverside terrace dining.
39 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NU
Flat White Kitchen
Experience Durham’s finest coffee and brunch in a cozy 17th-century townhouse with a modern rustic vibe and welcoming atmosphere.
40 Saddler St, Durham DH1 3NU
19Twenty Bar & Grill
Modern grill and cocktail bar on Durham’s Elvet Bridge, serving gourmet burgers and steaks with scenic riverside views.
19-20 Elvet Bridge, Durham DH1 3AA
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