Durham’s food scene is an urban mash-up of local hangouts, coffee houses with open jam sessions, authentic roadside taquerias, daring new roots-inspired cuisines, and fresh international concepts. Major publications like Food & Wine, Esquire and Gourmet Magazine continue to cover the area’s culinary scene, spotting local James Beard Best Chefs and scoping new concepts. Home to Slow Food Triangle, the Southern Foodways Alliance, and the Downtown Farmer’s Market with more than 50 local farms participating, Durham’s foodies put a premium on freshness and locally grown organics.
At the forefront of downtown’s renaissance, Golden Belt goes beyond the eclectic vibrancy of downtown, situating its restaurateurs amidst a dense arts energy and within an enclave of creative residents, workers and visitors who embrace great, new cuisine concepts. Up to 7,000 square feet of restaurant space is available with three key corner locations and outdoor dining options. The spaces, ranging from 800–3,700 square feet, are designed and built to suit with generous upfit allowances provided.


At the forefront of downtown’s renaissance, Golden Belt goes beyond the eclectic vibrancy of downtown, situating its restaurateurs amidst a dense arts energy and within an enclave of creative residents, workers and visitors who embrace great, new cuisine concepts. Up to 7,000 square feet of restaurant space is available with three key corner locations and outdoor dining options. The spaces, ranging from 800–3,700 square feet, are designed and built to suit with generous upfit allowances provided.
- Piedmont
- The Federal
- Watt’s Grocery
- Magnolia Grill
- Rue Cler
- Nana’s
NATIONALLY REVIEWED RESTAURANTS

Up to 4,000 square feet on the ground floor.

3,700 square foot stand-alone, single-story building.

3,700 square feet on the northwest corner with outdoor dining patio.

