As one of the most anticipated new restaurant openings in the Triangle, Chef Zweli Williams is providing the ultimate elevated dining experience that caters to all 5 senses. Her curated menu modernizes traditional tribal cuisine from the Southern Bantu of Africa. Join us for Dinner and Brunch!
Based on 55 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ No takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
406 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701
Phone: (919) 381-4128
Hours
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
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Reviews
Daniel Perry
Ehkaya is such a unique and inspired place within the Durham dining scene. There’s nothing quite like this experience and this food here. They really tell an amazing story through these dishes and the environment in the dining room.
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Michelle Mariea
Everything was phenomenal. The rice ball has my favorite, followed by their signature cocktail. Just amazing flavors all around and very friendly and helpful staff as well. I could not have asked for a better experience.
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adwoa t-koduah
I had been here a few times for drinks (and almost brunch lol). I finally went for dinner, and it did not disappoint. You can really tell a restaurant is good if their vegetable dishes are good. I will absolutely be back with more people.
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Manisit
This is a wonderful concept from Chef Zweli. African food is hard to find in the US in general and definitely in the Triangle area, and the idea of Bantu Tapas is a deliciously radical concept that is exquisitely executed in this place located in Downtown Durham. Loved our cocktails and our large and small plates! Looking forward to being back.
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Dwayne
Authenticity is their originality, you cannot fake a good southern African, Zimbabwean inspired culinary tour and education on these wonderful dishes is a part of the process, that is if you shall need it. The atmosphere was stellar, quiet and reserved as if the walls new what was about to be delivered. Delivered it was…plantains compliments of the chef. Then we order, as it’s standard to order your whole course at once. We started creamed spinach, seasonal green salad, followed by Suya chicken kabobs. Our entree was Bobotie, a dish we shared. The dessert was Magwinya, yum, yum ditty!
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Brianna Jenkins
We stumbled across this place on accident and couldn’t be happier. we arrived right before the kitchen closed so didn’t order food, but we did enjoy some great cocktails and mock tails from the bar. the service is incredible. everyone is friendly and engaging. we even met the owner of the restaurant who came and introduced himself to us. he told us he and his wife own the spot. black excellence through and through. we will definitely be returning to try the food.
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Scott Troolin
Wow! Wow! This place was phenomenal. An amazing addition to the Durham food-scene. Everything was out of this world – especially (and maybe surprisingly the veggie/vegan dishes)
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Lia Watson
This was a true delight! We were greeted by friendly staff, served incredibly fresh and delicious food and the manager was so informative about the heritage of the food. Would recommend to anyone looking for something different and delectable!
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Autumn Hicks
The food, atmosphere and experience were all excellent! Every dish was delicious and well prepared. Service was amazing. Cocktail offerings were wonderful. We will absolutely be back.
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Rich Holloway
Fantastic and really interesting food, great staff, cool location.
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