Aaktun Coffee, Restaurant and Bar
704 Ramseur St, Durham, NC
Crema's Take
“Aaktun is a hidden Durham gem that masterfully blends specialty coffee with an unexpectedly immersive dining experience, complete with creative small plates and thoughtfully crafted drinks that go beyond the typical café menu. The space itself is a destination—dark, moody café aesthetics give way to a tunnel-like passage that opens into a paradise-like environment with cozy outdoor igloos, making it feel like you've discovered a secret world within the city. Whether you're lingering over a specialty drink, catching up with friends, or celebrating a birthday, the lively atmosphere and genuinely flavorful food create the kind of place that keeps people coming back.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
Love love love EVERYTHING! My daughter and I enjoyed Dinner, Atmosphere + Great service…my daughter enjoyed the OG Burger ordered to her preference and I loved the TEMPURA FISH TACOS (3) snapper, corn tortilla, tropical slaw coconut salsa matcha, ginger with calamari. Oh my…
Presentation, atmosphere, quality and depth of flavor; all things you can expect at Aaktun AND MORE. I think our empty plates speak for themselves. I had such an amazing experience for my first time, we decided to come back for coffee the next day! When you walk in you quickly…
I know the food is going to be amazing at any of Oscar Diaz's Restaurants and Aaktun did not disappoint. The Pan y butter was served hot and literally melted in my mouth. The pork belly was to die for. I can't wait to go back for brunch! We even grabbed an iced matcha latte at…
Went out for lunch with friends at Aaktun Coffee Restaurant and Bar and had a wonderful experience. The ambience was so pleasant, the food was amazing, and the service was excellent. We tried the papaya salad, ceviche, fish tacos, and affogato—everything was delicious.…
Went here for a friend’s birthday and had a great time!! The food is creative and delicious, my chicken was cooked perfectly. We sat outside in the igloo which was nice and cozy, the inside was pretty loud but it looked cool. Only issue was that some of us got our food half an…
Well thought out decor, as you enter it fools you, it's a bit dark with black walls, there is a small cafe, but once you turn left and go down a tunnel like entrance that leads to a paradise like environment. Wow! Sexy and Gorgeous environment, Relaxing and Esthetically…
Crema Reviews
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