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Aaktun Coffee + Bar, Durham, NC

Aaktun Coffee + Bar

4.7
4.7
115 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
Our cozy cafe is a delightful haven where friends gather amidst the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, savoring delectable pastries and engaging in warm, leisurely conversations. Take a step into our dining room and allow us to whisk you away to a tropical paradise where contemporary tiki cocktails blend seamlessly with vibrant Latin American and Caribbean Flavors. Our culinary journey is guided by the talented Oscar Diaz, a two-time James Beard semi-finalist and our esteemed chef-owner.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Caribbean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Diaz
  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 115 people are saying

Aaktun Coffee + Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Innovative

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Hot spot

  • Durham

    Best Ambiance

  • Durham

    Innovative

  • Durham

    Hot spot

  • Durham

    Lively

  • Durham

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aaktun Coffee + Bar offers an inviting atmosphere with a "wonderful and cozy" vibe, perfect for both romantic and friendly gatherings. Guests rave about the "extraordinary food" crafted by Chef Oscar Diaz, and the "fantastic" service led by attentive staff like Jazzy and Juan David. Despite some service inconsistencies and a "loud" music atmosphere, the restaurant's "beautiful and comfy space," delightful "cocktails," and diverse menu make it a must-visit. With standout dishes like "jerk chicken," "ceviche," and "pork belly," Aaktun promises a memorable dining experience.
115 Reviews
  1. Sandy

    Raleigh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Really fun new addition to Durham's food scene. Our server, Cat, was delightful and the food was creative and delicious.

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  2. Austin VIP

    Raleigh1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic. But at 5:30pm on a sunday, the DJ was blasting the music to a point where I could barely hear the person I was eating with. We kept having to repeat ourselves which took away from the experience.

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  3. Steve VIP

    Raleigh9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, unique craft cocktails, super attentive service and chill vibe. We'll be back soon!!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and food tasted amazing. Drinks are a little pricey and the DJ was playing music super loud which made it hard to talk across the table. However, I will definitely be coming back to try more menu items and would recommend to anyone local or passing through Durham.

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Very into this place service was STRUGGLING and food took way way too long. BUT it’s a vibe, and the food taste great. Big props to the DJ!

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  6. Neal VIP

    Raleigh14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service combines with very good food. Super vibe and a mix of Mexican / Miami vibe. Highly recommend.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service and the food was delicious. Recommended.

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  8. Ayana

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked in the staff was friendly and attentive. Our waitress was super helpful with recommendations and friendly. We order the TROPICAL SHRIMP & GRITS, L-BREAD AND BUTTER, TEMPURA FISH TACOS, and Goat Cheese Cheesecake and everything was delicious.

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  9. Veronica VIP

    Tampa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time and it was a great time. Our server Katrina explained the menu, provided excellent descriptions so it was easy for our group to decide what to get. She was very attentive and just the best attitude.

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  10. Kristin VIP

    Washington DC3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A very cool vibe inside and the booths provided a great atmosphere for big groups. The drinks were fun and strong. The food was pretty good with a lot of great options.

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Aaktun Coffee + Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 115 OpenTable diners.

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704 Ramseur St, Durham, NC 27701-3738

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Durham
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Caribbean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Oscar Diaz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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