Texas Roadhouse Taking Over the Neighborhood?

Support neighborhood news with our Southpoint Summer fundraiser on GoFundMe! Texas Roadhouse has applied for a site plan that would allow the restaurant chain to demolish the old, defunct Applebee's … Continue reading Texas Roadhouse Taking Over the Neighborhood?

Chicken Hut Awarded $50K Grant for Historic Restaurants

Support neighborhood news with our Southpoint Summer fundraiser on GoFundMe! The Chicken Hut restaurant on Fayetteville Street, recently awarded historic status, has something new to celebrate. American Express and the … Continue reading Chicken Hut Awarded $50K Grant for Historic Restaurants

Southpoint Area Restaurant Inspection Scores – Free Summary (June 2025)

Source: Durham County Public Health DepartmentCoverage: Restaurants in the 27707 ZIP code, inspected from March 1–May 31, 2025. Top Performers These restaurants received perfect health scores of 100 with no … Continue reading Southpoint Area Restaurant Inspection Scores – Free Summary (June 2025)

[The Gourmand Next Door] Champagne, Anyone?

In his introductory column for Southpoint Access, SoDu neighbor Preston Wilson - a gifted chef and trained sommelier - offers advice about the right Champagne for Valentine's Day, and where … Continue reading [The Gourmand Next Door] Champagne, Anyone?

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Feeling Hungry for Good Durham Food?

The weather's finally taking a turn toward spring this week. It'll be in the 60s on Wednesday! I actually got the kids to school at a normal time today. Friday … Continue reading [SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Feeling Hungry for Good Durham Food?

New Cava Location Opens in Southpoint Area

Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant Cava opened its new location in Renaissance Village today. It takes over the old Harvest 18 spot, offering salads, pitas, and dips. The restaurant expects to employ … Continue reading New Cava Location Opens in Southpoint Area

Durham Gaining New Sutton Station Restaurant

In Spring 2025, a new family-oriented Italian restaurant – Cucciolo Famiglia – is coming to Sutton Station in South Durham, taking over the space across from Nantucket Grill once occupied … Continue reading Durham Gaining New Sutton Station Restaurant

[SoDu Gallery] New Dunkin’ Open on NC Highway 55

The new Dunkin' location at 4823 NC Highway 55 opened on Thursday. Hours: 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Father Stavroforos Mamaies of St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church captured these images … Continue reading [SoDu Gallery] New Dunkin’ Open on NC Highway 55

New Facebook Group Launched for SoDu News Junkies

If, like me, you're a little addicted to news about our neighborhoods in South Durham, you might appreciate the new private Facebook group I've launched called SoDu We Like Local … Continue reading New Facebook Group Launched for SoDu News Junkies

A Taste of Greece Returns to Durham in October

Do you find reporting like this valuable? Support Southpoint Access as a subscriber or advertising sponsor and make it possible to keep this information flowing to readers in our community! A Taste of Greece, hosted by … Continue reading A Taste of Greece Returns to Durham in October

KPOT Durham Location in the Works

The Korean barbecue chain KPOT, which also has locations in Raleigh and Greensboro, should soon open its doors in Durham. Work is underway on the interior design of the restaurant's … Continue reading KPOT Durham Location in the Works

Durham Alert: Safety Recalls [July 28, 2024]

As of July 28, several safety recalls have been issued across various product categories, highlighting ongoing concerns in consumer safety. This list includes a range of items from e-scooters and … Continue reading Durham Alert: Safety Recalls [July 28, 2024]