Nanasteak is a cherished and well-respected restaurant perfect for a special occasion. Serving steakhouse classics in an upscale setting, plus an award-winning wine list, this restaurant invites you to encounter delightful wines and an a la carte menu of intricately prepared steaks and accompaniments. Cozy up at the bar, beautifully inlaid with tobacco leaves as a nod to Durham's past, and sip a beverage before seeing a show at DPAC or plan months ahead for a special occasion. Always order what's seasonally fresh and don't skip the beef fat french fries with bernaise sauce.
I met family/friends at NanaSteak on 10/12/24 evening. We had a reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival. The food was very good, the steaks were beautiful, cooked perfectly. I ordered the salmon which was also spot on. Our table of 4 shared 3 sides and 2 appetizers, all delicious. Our server was attentive and pleasant (Jared, I believe, excuse the misspelling 🙂). The atmosphere was relaxed and elegant. We have been to other steakhouses in the area, but this was hands down the best food and overall experience. Looking forward to my next visit.
Inn At Duke hotel is an unsafe dump
Aug 3, 2024
5
The best steak ever. It's just that this restaurant is so popular. It's hard to book. Reservations made the day before in advance are available only at 8pm.
The next morning, it shows that there will be a seat at 9pm. Open the door at 5PM and call to inquire and was told today is the audience watching the opera "Mamma Mia!". It takes about for a walk in 8pm (30mins-1 hour) to get a seat. But you can sit and order at the bar. So we set out, but when we arrived the bar was already full. The manager was very patient and asked us to transfer to another restaurant. After repeatedly stressing that we could wait, we received a call from the restaurant at 7:12pm.
Very delicious, but many of the pictures are from the previous menu. But the waitress was so busy that she didn't wait for us to finish speaking before she left. This goes on and on again,
and we have to mention Lisa, the sweet blonde girl, because no service staff has come and the person in charge of our section table is nowhere to be found. Lisa was passing by when I asked her to come and help us order. Although that's not part of her section. Because of the plane tomorrow morning, we need to finish dinner and go back to the hotel. Her understanding, her gentleness, are some of my fondest memories of Duke. Lisa let me know that she was part of the restaurant and that she had to show up to make the service perfect. If she hadn't come to the rescue.
I'll be back here again to taste the perfect food and see the most beautiful Duke the best restaurants the most dedicated and professional, Lisa
Catie Schwartz
Jul 27, 2024
5
The staff was atte time and accommodating. Food was the best I have had In a long time. The prime rib sits in a delightful sauce and melted like butter. The app tomato salad was impeccable. Garden tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, olive oil and balsamic, white corn and okra. Insanely good. Cocktails are expertly made as well
Ajimon Thomas
May 28, 2024
3
We parked in the nearby garage for free since it was a weekend and there was no street parking available. We actually had a reservation at Nanas instead of NanaSteak but they were kind enough to seat us on the upper floor which is usually for bigger groups I think. The food was really good - the calamari as the starter and the apple crisp as dessert stood out. The pasta was good as well. The service though was terrible - probably the worst Ive experienced in a while. Our server showed no interest in us although there were only two other groups there. He just stood near the kitchen and didn’t even check on us once. Not sure why he was mad at us. I had to ask another server for to-go boxes and check. Wont be coming back unfortunately.
Nikki Whitt
May 20, 2024
5
I recently had the pleasure of photographing the exquisite cuisine at Nanasteak in Durham, NC, and I must say, the experience was delightful! Hired by a mutual acquaintance, I was thrilled to capture the beauty of their dishes, each more stunning than the last.
The food at Nanasteak is not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. Every dish I photographed was a work of art, crafted with the finest ingredients and presented with elegance. The flavors were rich and memorable, making it clear that Nanasteak is dedicated to culinary excellence.
The service was immaculate, with the staff being both professional and welcoming. They went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable.
I will definitely be going back, not just to photograph their amazing food, but also to savor the exceptional dining experience Nanasteak offers. Highly recommended for anyone looking for top-notch cuisine and outstanding service!
Tammera Lindsay
Apr 16, 2024
3
No reservation so I sat at the bar and ordered two appetizers. The bartenders were amazing and the service was great. I had a ginger Mock-tail that was very good. I ordered the ribs and shrimp cocktail appetizers. The ribs were good but very Heavy salt or marinade. The shrimp cocktail was overcooked and they did not seem fresh. I could not eat the shrimp and the waitress did remove them off the bill. Great service but was not impressed with the appetizers I ordered.
Angel Hinman
Mar 28, 2024
5
Nana Steak was fantastic! My friend and I came before a show at DPAC. We weren’t able to get reservations so we arrived a few minutes before they opened and sat at the bar. The food was out of this world, and the drinks were perfect. I ordered the prime rib medium rare and it was one of the best I’ve ever had. We shared fries and my friend’s filet was excellent. A brownie with bourbon caramel wrapped up our meal. I can’t wait to go back!
