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NanaSteak - Steakhouse in Durham, North Carolina

NanaSteak

4.5 (747 reviews)

345 Blackwell St, Durham, NC 27701

Steak house
Restaurant

About NanaSteak - steak house in Durham, North Carolina

Steakhouse classics served in a light-filled, bi-level space with hardwood floors, a bar & a patio.

Customer Review Summary

NanaSteak has received a mix of reviews, highlighting both exceptional dishes and significant service issues. Many patrons rave about the quality of the steaks, particularly the prime rib and filet mignon, calling them some of the best they've ever had. Several reviewers also enjoyed the chicken and sides, praising the beef fat fries, Yukon gold potatoes, and brussels sprouts. The restaurant's atmosphere and kind service were frequently mentioned positively. Conversely, some diners experienced serious problems with overcooked steaks and slow service, leading to disappointment and frustration. There were complaints about the handling of mistakes and delays, with one review stating poor accountability from the staff. Overall, the restaurant has standout menu items but inconsistent service experiences, leaving some guests unlikely to return.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking garage
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.5 out of 5
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27
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18
Based on 747 reviews

eric nickens

2 weeks ago

Gentlemen the search is over. I just finished eating it and I find myself looking back on eating it so fondly, was a simpler time. NanaSteak is THE culinary peak. A steak I would go to war for. So good make you wanna turn your life around.

John Doe

3 weeks ago

Unquestionably the best chicken I have had in a long time. Lots of parking. Server was very kind. The salmon was good too, but the chicken is a must-have.

David Chang

4 months ago

Absolutely incredible prime rib steak. The tip top best I've ever had. The service, drinks, appetizers, and dessert were all amazing. The atmosphere was perfect for a dinner night out. Can't recommend the steak enough, it was #1. Have a port for dessert, it was perfect.

Jill Jones

2 months ago

Great meal!! The strip was AMAZING, tender like a filet and unlike any strip we've had. But also the sides, these Yukon gold potatoes were so very buttery. And these were the best brussels sprouts ever crispy, yet juicy and full of flavor. Just wow. I'll not miss this spot the next time I'm in Durham. Highly recommend.

Arsalan E

1 month ago

Overcooked Steaks, Poor Service, and Zero Accountability Despite its stellar reputation, our visit to NanaSteak was a complete disappointment. Two of our three medium-rare steaks arrived nearly well-done, and we soon realized the table next to us had the same issue with all four of their steaks. Instead of acknowledging the mistake, our server blamed the lighting and insisted on checking the steaks elsewhere before finally admitting they were overcooked. The replacement steaks took far too long, leaving our sides cold. Rather than comping the meal, they offered free dessert, which we declined—yet two desserts still showed up, and they weren’t even good. To top it off, splitting the bill was a 20-minute ordeal due to repeated mistakes. For a steakhouse with this reputation, I expected flawless execution and great service. Instead, NanaSteak delivered overcooked food, slow service, and poor recovery. I won’t be back.

Rex Cranford (Roses)

3 months ago

Came here to celebrate our family coming in from all over the country and had a great time here. First of all - order the beef fat fries. Soooooo good! Get extra sauce, you will want more. I tried a drink called "Flying South" and it was delicious and strong! The medium rare filet mignon also came out perfectly cooked and was served in a tasty jous. The atmosphere amd service were wonderful, so it was easy for us to enjoy our night with family.

J L

3 months ago

I visited the restaurant last night for the first—and likely last—time. Upon arrival, we promptly ordered both appetizers and entrees. The calamari was served quickly alongside our drinks, which were enjoyable. However, the experience quickly declined from there. Our steaks took over an hour to arrive, and the macaroni and cheese was served cold. Although the server took it back to the kitchen for reheating, the quality was disappointing; it tasted like canned Alfredo sauce. While the steaks were decent, the only redeeming aspects of the restaurant were its location and bar. Unfortunately, the food left much to be desired.

Moon Roy

1 month ago

We were a large party and reserved the upstairs private room. In spite of the restaurant being busy that evening, their service was prompt and everything was served prefect. The food was good, so were the drinks and desserts. Very nice staff

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–10 PM
Monday 5–9 PM
Saturday 5–10 PM
Sunday 4–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5–9 PM

Price Range

$50–100