Dashi is a japanese ramen restaurant in Downtown, Durham.
Dashi pairs ramen downstairs with an izakaya bar upstairs holding over 250 Japanese whiskies. Tonkotsu and miso broths below; small plates above from 16:00.
Editorially verified June 24, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Signature dishes: Tonkotsu ramen, Izakaya skewers, Japanese whisky highball
Address: 415 East Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
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Signature: Seared scallops, NC lamb rack, Seasonal tasting selections
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