Saltbox Seafood Joint ★ 4.9
At $14-22 for a James Beard winner's fried fish plate with signature Hush-Honeys, Saltbox offers the best value-for-accolade ratio in Durham. No reservations.
Try: Fried fish plate with Hush-Honeys
What to order at Fonda Lupita
- The dish to know
- Tacos al pastor and tamales
CuisineMexican
Price$
Neighborhoodbrightleaf
HoursMon-Thu 11:00-21:00; Fri-Sat 11:00-22:00; Sun 11:00-20:00
Phone(919) 294-4773
The dishTacos al pastor and tamales
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Location
Address: 905 W Main St, Suite 21A, Durham, NC 27701
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