Best Diners in Burlington

"Elmo’s Diner has been a local Durham favorite for more than twenty years, They’re a family-friendly diner with a hometown feel. The menu consists of traditional morning fare with Southern favorites. There is almost an overwhelming selection of food, but we think that breakfast or brunch is the way to go here."

"Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why skip it?. Elmo’s is sure to start your day off right with fast and friendly service and the best breakfast in Durham. Pancakes, omelets, bacon and eggs, and grits ..."

"Elmo's Diner, located at 776 Ninth St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner and breakfast and brunch spot four stars out of 541 reviews."

"If you’re looking for biscuits like momma makes, Chef Sidney Coves of True Flavors dishes them up alongside upscale southern favorites in a casual diner atmosphere. You can chow down on smooth cheesy grits, duck hash, and their buttery biscuits while catching up with friends from all over the Bull City!. This spot is absolutely one of the best places to eat in Durham, so what are you waiting for?"

"Located at 5410 Highway 55, Suite AJ, the diner and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest-rated breakfast and brunch restaurant in Durham, boasting four stars out of 657 reviews on Yelp."

"If you want a real southern brunch experience, come to True Flavors. Pictured here we have the House Special Biscuits and Gravy. If it was appropriate to lick plates in public I would have."

"Smack in the middle of downtown Durham, Jack Tar & the Colonel’s Daughter offers an eclectic brunch menu with options for almost any preference. The fish and grits comes with fried catfish, tomato gravy, and bacon, while the duck confit tamales come with sunny-side-up eggs and a mole sauce. Their crullers are fried to order, and folks with a more hearty appetite might want to take a look at the double cheeseburger (with caramelized onions, jalapenos, mayonnaise, house-processed cheese, on a benne seed bun) or the Szechuan fried chicken sandwich (fried chicken breast, Szechuan peppercorn sauce, poblano mayo slaw, and pickles)."

"The owner of Pizzeria Toro and Littler, Chef Gray Brooks, has done it again with Jack Tar. Brooks is known for his flare in flavor and sophistication and diners recognize that. That’s a big reason why this place remains packed for brunch, lunch, and dinner!"

"With a focus on local and seasonal fare, Unscripted’s dining and restaurants offer our guests the best of the best in a comfortable, socially fluid environment. *In Room Dining Available"

"Since then they’ve been serving generous portions of all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. They have regulars coming back and eager visitors looking forward to trying their delicious food. This is a laid-back spot to pop in for some breakfast or lunch is under five miles from the Greensboro Sportsplex."

"Smith Street Diner is the definition of southern hospitality. If you want some classic breakfast food where the staff will call you “sweetie”, this is the place for you. This restaurant offers a variety of country style cooked dishes."

"Waffle House is renowned in the Durham area as the go-to breakfast spot if you’re in the mood for waffles. The restaurant is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. As the name implies, Waffle House’s specialty dish is freshly cooked griddle waffles."

"All food is prepared fresh, cooked to order and served from a kitchen that is in full view. The menu offers a variety of foods with a breakfast focus and features multiple signature meals."

"Pickup is available in Durham and here is a place that offers it: Dulce Cafe & Gelato."

"As we navigate the evolving impact of coronavirus on our communities, we are temporarily closing our dining room seating to help limit person-to-person contact. Some of our restaurants may only offer service through our drive-thrus, while others may be able to offer takeout, delivery or mobile or..."

"For healthy delivery, check out the menu at Vitality Bowls and First Watch and see if they have something that fits your takeout wants and needs."

"Artmongerz Gallery is easy to find due to its bright colorful sign. Opened in 2005, it displays the work of ten local artists, including bold and colorful figurative and abstract painting, found art sculpture, portraits and more. Artmongerz Gallery is open Thursday through Saturday from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm."