What to order at Saltbox Seafood Joint

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Fried fish plate with Hush-Honeys
CuisineSouthern seafood
Price$$
Neighborhoodsouth-durham
HoursTue-Sat 11:00-20:00
The dishFried fish plate with Hush-Honeys
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Location

Address: 2637 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707

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