Kore Durham

KORE is a bold, Black-owned lounge and eatery in the heart of Durham, blending a sultry speakeasy atmosphere with vibrant community energy. By day, it's a cozy coffeehouse and farm-to-table restaurant serving fresh, flavorful dishes sourced from our own local farm. By night, it transforms into an intimate cocktail lounge and event space featuring curated music, elevated drinks, and exclusive member experiences. Whether you're here for a five-course pop-up, a late-night vibe, or a mid-day meetup, KORE is where culture, connection, and creativity live.

Kore Durham is one of the restaurants listed in Durham, North Carolina. The business is registered at 923 E Main St, Durham, NC 27701; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip.

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Hours are published for 6 days a week. The most common schedule is 5–11 pm. It is closed on Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Kore Durham at (984) 733-1992; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, koredurham.com.

Customers rate it 4.7 out of 5 on Google across 49 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded restaurants in Durham.

Durham is in North Carolina, in the Southeast, where summers are long, hot and humid, winters are mild, and afternoon thunderstorms and the hurricane season from June to November can change plans at short notice. Getting around Durham is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across North Carolina's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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