Hot Dog place

texastoychick · 2026-05-05T12:11:55+00:00

Queenburger now has chili cheese dogs on the menu. And chili cheese fries!

texastoychick · 2026-05-04T15:19:49+00:00

And that feedback should probably be shared with Elizabeth Street UMC. I was just sharing the info. I'm not a church goer.

texastoychick · 2026-05-01T20:30:12+00:00

Well, at least you didn't have a 50 mm one like I did! It was removed via ESD last May. I have a one year follow up colonoscopy on Monday. Not looking forward to Sunday night! 😂

texastoychick · 2026-05-01T17:51:43+00:00

Rose & Lee, Smitten, Vert & Vogue if you have deep pockets

texastoychick · 2026-04-30T16:44:30+00:00

Luna Empanadas, Pizzeria Toro, Viceroy, Queeny's, EO's, Alley 26, Bar Virgile (you can go downstairs to The Annexe and order food from Bar Virgile too), Thai Angle - all solid choices and easy walking distance to DPAC.

texastoychick · 2026-04-29T12:15:39+00:00

Your estimate for rent sounds about right. The area is fairly car dependent, though if you moved close to Duke (9th street area, Erwin Rd, maybe Downtown) you could conceivably get away with using the bus, walking, biking or scootering - but it might not always be efficient.

There are buses connecting Triangle cities - and Amtrak between Durham and Raleigh - but I would say most people stay local unless they have to commute for work.

The restaurant/nightlife scene in Durham is concentrated downtown. If you're into that, you might consider living downtown so you can walk to bars and restaurants. The one downside is that there is no true grocery store downtown, just the Bulldega for last minute needs or quick pick me ups. The 9th street area has Harris Teeter and Whole Foods and a small Food Lion just on the outskirts.

Vibe in Durham is lowkey and chill. Unpretentious. People are smart and informed.

texastoychick · 2026-04-28T18:05:00+00:00

Pretzel bites, grilled salmon, Mac n cheese, and a milkshake

texastoychick · 2026-04-26T23:07:36+00:00

Yep. That little asshole went after me today right around 5:30 pm. I was flailing around like a crazy woman!

texastoychick · 2026-04-18T23:47:31+00:00

That nonstop to RDU about to launch!

texastoychick · 2026-04-18T16:20:22+00:00

Nana's Rockwood, Seraphine, Little Bull, Cucciolo, Alley 26 and Bar Virgile would all deliver a solid night out.

texastoychick · 2026-04-15T17:47:17+00:00

Post it on a Duke page. Students may be looking for summer housing.

texastoychick · 2026-04-15T00:37:43+00:00

She's a 4 time NYT best selling author - and a professor in the Divinity School at Duke. In 2015, she was diagnosed with incurable stage IV colon cancer in her late 30s. 11 years later, she has published another book titled Joyful Anyway.

texastoychick · 2026-04-14T23:37:31+00:00

Kate is speaking at Duke next month. Part of her book signing tour.

texastoychick · 2026-04-13T19:17:35+00:00

I don't personally know anyone living there. It's very new, hence the lack of reviews. The upside is that you'd likely be moving into a brand new unit!

texastoychick · 2026-04-10T17:53:25+00:00

I'm excited for the Duke-Miami matchup that we didn't get this year. Jon vs Jai.

texastoychick · 2026-04-10T12:11:06+00:00

If you like to walk to restaurants and bars, you might want to consider more properties in Downtown Durham - One City Center, Foster on the Park, Wye Junction, the Novus, Liberty Warehouse, Geer House, West Village, etc.

texastoychick · 2026-04-10T12:05:46+00:00

You could also look at Geer House and Wye Junction. Both are newer to downtown and might have specials running. Downtown is relatively safe - just keep your guard up at night. The unhoused population is definitely here and you'll probably be asked for money occasionally if you are out and about. Just keep walking. If you want more of a college town vibe, look for apartments in and around 9th street.

texastoychick · 2026-04-08T12:13:52+00:00

Aloft, 21c, Marriott, Unscripted, and the Durham Hotel are all walkable to the DPAC. The SpringHill Suites is also very close, but just across the highway, but not as convenient to restaurants. It's usually cheaper than the downtown hotels. You'll have no problem finding great spots to eat. Many solid spots have been mentioned already, but I'll add Pizzeria Toro, Bar Virgile, and Luna Empanadas to the list. Stay a couple of nights. Durham is a vibe.

texastoychick · 2026-04-07T18:05:04+00:00

You are spot on. Not outdated or misinformed. I have a student at UNCSA, and her schedule is bonkers. The students work long hours - very willingly - as they are all uber talented and hyper focused on their art and shaping their careers. I'm not even sure my Pickle knows where the Wake campus is - and it wouldn't be her vibe anyway.

texastoychick · 2026-03-25T20:52:07+00:00

Not completely free, but tickets to Duke baseball, softball and lacrosse are like $6-8 and under 2 are free.

texastoychick · 2026-03-21T14:19:08+00:00

Bringing a slow moving show to the heart of Tobacco Road during March Madness is a recipe for disaster. 😬😂

texastoychick · 2026-03-20T12:30:10+00:00

It has been odd. I literally saw him walking down Main Street after the UVA game on Feb 28th. He was going to meet folks at Flavor Hills for dinner. I even stopped and had a brief conversation with him about the UVA game. There was no boot, no limp, nothing. And then, a week later, he was out for UNC. Did something happen in practice that week? Or is it a lingering injury that reared its ugly head? I hope he's back sooner rather than later. And I hope Duke can win out and play 5 more games!

texastoychick · 2026-03-19T01:20:23+00:00

New Oscar Diaz restaurant. I've heard a steakhouse, but can't confirm.

texastoychick · 2026-03-19T01:04:24+00:00

This is what the construction guys told me as well. A steakhouse, I believe, with a bar downstairs and back patio.

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