The Lenny 555
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
The Lenny serves brasserie-style small plates and raw oysters from an eleventh-floor rooftop overlooking Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
- Rooftop date nights
- Small-plate dining with downtown views
- Raw oyster dining
Taberna Tapas
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
Taberna Tapas serves Spanish tapas and group paella pans for 8–16 people at 325 West Main Street in Durham.
- Spanish tapas dinners
- Paella meals for groups
- Private parties and office functions
Melo Trattoria & Tapas
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
Melo Trattoria serves Italian dinner dishes including tortelloni, shrimp scampi, and meatballs spaghetti in Durham.
- Italian pasta dinners
- Casual European dining in Durham
- Weekday lunch with sandwiches, salads, or wraps
Juju Durham
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
Juju Durham serves Asian tapas including dumplings, wontons, and spring rolls, with indoor seating and a spacious patio for private events.
- Asian tapas dining
- Dumplings, wontons, and spring rolls
- Lunch in Durham
Mateo
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
Mateo serves Spanish small plates with a Southern inflection and offers one of the country's largest sherry selections in downtown Durham.
- Spanish-inspired tapas and small plates
- Diners seeking Southern ingredients in Spanish dishes
- Sherry-focused dining
Zweli’s Ekhaya
Tapas Bar
Durham, NC
Zweli’s Ekhaya serves Southern African fusion and Bantu tapas in Downtown Durham, with catering and private-event options.
- Southern African dishes and African culinary fusions
- Shared Bantu tapas
- Special occasions and group gatherings
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FAQ
Which Durham tapas bar is best for a large group?
Taberna Tapas offers 12-inch, 16-inch, and 20-inch paella pans; the largest serves 12–16 people. It also accepts group reservations and private parties.
Are there Durham tapas restaurants with private-event space?
Mateo has a private dining room, Juju offers full-space or patio rentals, and The Lenny 555 has several private event spaces, including the Garden Lounge, Pergola, and Private Room.
What are the typical hours for tapas restaurants in Durham?
Mateo is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, while Juju serves lunch Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and dinner daily from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Taberna Tapas is described as an evening-focused downtown restaurant.
How much should I expect to pay for tapas in Durham?
Prices vary by restaurant and dish. The supplied information specifically lists Zweli’s Ekhaya entrees at approximately $29–$45; individual tapas prices were not provided.
Which Durham tapas restaurants offer pickup or catering?
Juju offers online pickup orders, Mateo offers curbside pickup, and Taberna Tapas provides catering for private events.