It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings
Ellis Crossing, Durham
Restaurant in Durham, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A practical Ellis Crossings choice for a casual Durham meal, especially when convenience matters more than awards, chef-led format, or a formal night out. Treat it as a low-friction lunch or easy dinner option, not the anchor for a special-occasion dining plan.
About It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings
Is It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings worth choosing for a first Durham meal? It can be, if the decision is simply about a casual place in Durham. This listing is best used as a practical starting point rather than a guide to a specific menu, service style, price point, or special-occasion format.
A practical Durham pick, not a splurge plan
Approach It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings as a casual option. Beyond the casual dress code, there is not enough detail here to make claims about awards, chef credentials, tasting-menu structure, pricing, hours, seating, takeout, delivery, or a beverage program. For first-timers, that means expectations should stay simple and flexible.
If you are choosing between Durham restaurants, use this page as a thin-data guide: the venue is in Durham and the dress code is casual. For anything more specific, such as current menu, reservations, accessibility, dietary accommodations, or whether a particular service is available, confirm directly with the venue before making plans.
Who should pick it, and who should look elsewhere
Choose It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings if you want a casual Durham option and do not need a highly specified dining format. Look elsewhere if your plans depend on awards, a particular cuisine, a known chef, a set price range, a bar setup, or a special-occasion atmosphere. For broader planning, use our full Durham restaurants guide, then build the rest of the day around Durham hotels, Durham bars, or Durham experiences.
Planning details
- Location
- 1051 Yunus Rd #110, Durham, NC 27703
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- getsouthernfood.com
- Phone
- +19192949632
The take
The Take
The Vibe
It’s A Southern Thing at Ellis Crossings reads as a warm, approachable neighborhood restaurant anchored in Durham’s expanding eastern corridor. The room is defined by the surrounding community rather than by destination diners, and the programming emphasizes everyday Southern cooking rooted in regional practice. The editorial focus on Piedmont traditions and ingredient provenance gives the place a grounded, charming character — familiar and inviting for locals who want solid, thoughtfully sourced food close to home. The atmosphere skews casual and comfortable, designed for regular visits rather than one-off special-occasion trips.
Best For
This is a spot built for neighborhood life: brunches with friends, family dinners, and casual hangouts after errands. It’s particularly well suited to diners who live or are visiting the eastern residential corridors of Durham and want quality Southern food without traveling downtown. The menu’s emphasis on Piedmont ingredients and straightforward preparations makes it a reliable choice for communal weeknight meals or relaxed weekend mornings. Visitors who prefer local, community-oriented restaurants over destination tasting menus will find it especially fitting.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the restaurant’s Southern staples and the signature preparations listed: Shrimp & Grits, Chicken N Biscuits, and the Sweet Tea Brined Pork Chops are highlighted dishes. The narrative around sourcing and Piedmont regional traditions suggests menus that favor local produce and classic ingredient pairings — expect vinegar-forward barbecue notes, field-vegetable focuses, and elevated comfort preparations. For a representative meal, order one of the signature savory mains and sample sides that highlight the restaurant’s regional sourcing philosophy.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back with fun decor, unhurried atmosphere, and comfortable high-top bar seating.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Shrimp & Grits
- Chicken N Biscuits
- Sweet Tea Brined Pork Chops
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1051 Yunus Rd #110, Durham, NC 27703
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Try Page Road Grill for a broader group-dinner plan with a more flexible feel. Choose Mez Contemporary Mexican when the table wants a clearer cuisine direction and more of a night-out mood.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Durham
Pick It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings when ease and location matter more than a destination-style meal. Compared with Page Road Grill, it reads as the more casual call, while Page Road Grill is the safer cross-shop for a broader business-meal or group-dinner brief.
Mez Contemporary Mexican is the better choice when the group wants a clearer cuisine lane and a more defined night-out feel. Tony Roma's makes more sense for diners who want a familiar chain-style experience, while this venue is the more local-feeling pick in the Ellis Crossings area.
If the meal needs a stronger point of view, cross-shop Nerra first. For diners willing to go outside the immediate Durham set, Zayka Indian Cuisine is the better move when the craving is specifically Indian food rather than a general casual meal.
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Compare It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings | Durham | No published awards |
| Tony Roma's | Durham | No published awards |
| Nerra | Durham | No published awards |
| Mez Contemporary Mexican | Durham | No published awards |
| Page Road Grill | Durham | No published awards |
| Zayka Indian Cuisine | Raleigh | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings?
Go casual. The dress code is casual, so everyday clothing is the safest expectation.
Can I eat at the bar at It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings?
Bar or counter seating is best confirmed directly with the venue.
What are alternatives to compare with It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings?
Other options to compare include Mez Contemporary Mexican, Nerra, Page Road Grill, Tony Roma's, and Zayka Indian Cuisine, along with other dining in Durham. Check current details directly before choosing based on menu, hours, or service style.
Is It's A Southern Thing Ellis Crossings good for a special occasion?
Only if the occasion is comfortable with a casual setting. It is better suited to an informal meal than a formal or highly planned one.
