From the end of May and the final bell kicked off summer 2026, downtown Durham has seen a lot of changes. We have had over 20 new businesses open since May!
- Andia’s at Nanny Goat
- Andia’s moved from their Can Opener location to open inside the Nanny Goat Market at Geer House.
- Boomerang Pilates
- Classical reformer and mat pilates studio that’s welcoming to all bodies.
- Dose Yoga Studio & Smoothie Bar
- A high-end spa-like yoga experience with an on-site smoothie bar.
- Dosirak Outpost
- A Korean convenience store featuring fun snacks, beverages, ramen, and more
- East of Texas
- Texas style BBQ featuring brisket, tex-mex specialties, margheritas, breakfast tacos and more.
- Fullsteam Stoker Club
- Small event space under the smoke stack at American Tobacco Campus.
- Fullsteam Theater
- Private movie theatre for parties and events.
- Guildhall Games
- Specialy game and toy store. Disabled and neurodivergent (ADD/ADHD, Autism etc.) focused store.
- Gyu-Kaku Japanese Grill
- Authentic Japanese yakiniku (grilled barbecue) dining experience.
- Jetset Pilates
- Upscale pilates studio located next to the VanAllen building.
- Kai Hill Metalsmithing
- Custom made, art jewelry.
- La Santa
- A rebrand of La Mala. Modern Mexican food and margaritas. Bar food/drink.
- Little Bull
- “Little Bull serves “pocho cuisine,” a mix of Mexican roots and American influences that reflects Chef Oscar Diaz’s life as a first-generation American.
- Lutra Bakery & Cafe
- Cafe and coffee shop known for its sweet and savory buns.
- M Hansik
- New from Mike Lee, M Hansik offers a modern take on traditional Korean cuisine.
- Mike Will Fade It
- Barbershop owned by master barber Michael Melchiorre.
- Montwood Cafe
- Small specialty coffee shop in the heart of downtown.
- Mr. Lincoln
- Upscale craft cocktail lounge and social spot.
- Parlour on Parish
- Small, private event venue.
- Red Phone Booth
- Speakeasy cocktail lounge and cigar bar offering a wide variety of spirits and small plates.
- Sample Beverage Co.
- Hndcrafted coffee, lemonades, refreshers, and specialty drinks inside Cecy’s.
- Strike Martial Arts
- An independent modern martial arts studio.
- The Burrow
- Vintage shop offering a curated selection of affordable finds.
- UWA Sushi & Grill
- Traditional and modern sushi as well as entrees from the kitchen.
