Boricua Soul at American Tobacco Campus

Puerto Rican restaurant · Durham

Boricua Soul at American Tobacco Campus

Puerto Rican restaurant · Durham

705 Willard St, Durham, NC 27701

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Boricua Soul, a cozy counter-serve gem in downtown Durham, fuses Puerto Rican and Southern flavors while serving up empanadas, craft beer, and community spirit.

705 Willard St, Durham, NC 27701 Get directions

boricuasoulnc.com

@boricuasoulnc

$10–20 · Menu

@foodandwine

"Boricua Soul, a Puerto Rican–Southern restaurant in the heart of downtown Durham, North Carolina, is co-owned by Serena and Toriano Fredericks. The restaurant features a blend of Caribbean and Southern dishes such as hoecakes, alcapurrias, jibaritos, sweet potato cheesecake empanadas, mac and cheese topped with pernil, and vegan collards. It has a strong community focus, hosting live jazz events, supporting local farmers, and advocating for social justice causes. Despite challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, the restaurant has remained a vital part of the community, offering catering and operating a food truck." - Von Diaz

This Puerto Rican–Southern Restaurant Is the Soul of a North Carolina Neighborhood

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@eater

"Durham’s Boricua Soul has brunch boxes for preorder with coquito french toast, chicken and maduro waffles, pimento cheese deviled eggs, and more." - Matt Lardie

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Jamaal Washburn

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The place is a little bit tricky to find but the street signage does what it can to try and navigate you to the establishment. Inside is a cozy vibe with nice murals and enough seating to enjoy dining in. I tried The Platter (Chicharonnes de Pollo and Pernil) and empanadas. The collard greens were spicy which I liked, plantains were cooked to perfection, and the beef empanadas were delicious, crispy, and not too greasy. The Chicharonnes de Pollo and Pernil lacked some seasoning in my opinion but weren’t terrible. The service was great and didn’t take long. I’d come back to try the sweet potato empanada since they were sold out the night I visited. 7/10 overall.

Mitch Mitchell

Google

This food reminds me of home, the taste was amazing! The rice and beans were seasoned well, the Pernil was moist and tender & collard greens were delicious. Service was impeccable. They definitely aim to please. Absolutely worth the trip and will be returning for more eats and to hear the live band!

First Last

Google

Food was good. I ordered 2 empanadas, the BBQ and the chicken. They were out of beef. They are located inside the patio of the American Tobacco Campus and they can be hard to find. Service should be no stars because there is none. You order on a tablet and then you pick up or it is brought to you. Feels like a gas station so the atmosphere is pretty crappy. I wouldn't go back. Also, they frown on cash and the tablet asks for a tip without any service.

Moe

Google

Richard had amazing customer service! The atmosphere is cute and welcoming . Place is very clean as well. The plaintains were ok, not my favorite honestly they were kind of hard , the empanada was good ! I didn’t get the described flavors and chicken was a tad dry but overall it wasn’t a bad experience. May be back to try something different !

Mariedyth G

Google

The best Cuban sandwich! Visiting the American Tobacco Historic District, we stumbled on Boricua Soul. Their Cuban sandwich comes with the tastiest and crunchiest chicharrones. The atmosphere is cozy and staff very friendly. This place is highly recommended if you are in the area.

Patricia Rivera

Google

Food was okay. Authentic Puerto Rican? I don’t think so but they try. Good looking space with good attention

Kayla Marie

Google

Absolutely blown away by the generosity and incredible service from Boricua Soul! When we needed support on short notice to feed the homeless, they stepped up in the most amazing way. Not only did they prepare delicious food with care and efficiency, but they also provided staff to help deliver it—ensuring everything went smoothly. Their willingness to go above and beyond shows their true commitment to the community. Their heart for giving back is truly inspiring. Thank you, Boricua Soul, for being an incredible partner in making a difference. You’ve earned every bit of this five-star review and more!

Navra Ferguson

Google

I’m not even sure where to start! Boricua soul was AMAZING!!!!! The food was finger licking good but the fried jack fruit was a game changer! I’m not too sure if I can stay away from this restaurant for more than a week. The owners also put the icing on the cake. They were so loving and down to earth that me and my family did not want to leave. We just alerted additional family members and friends to plan another visit this upcoming week. Boricua soul is very unique and I am so very happy they decided to bring there love and food to this communtiy.

@foodandwine

This Puerto Rican–Southern Restaurant Is the Soul of a North Carolina Neighborhood

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@eater

"Durham’s Boricua Soul has brunch boxes for preorder with coquito french toast, chicken and maduro waffles, pimento cheese deviled eggs, and more." - Matt Lardie

Valentine’s Day IdeasFrom Restaurants in the Triangle - Eater Carolinas

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Jamaal Washburn

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Mitch Mitchell

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First Last

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Moe

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Mariedyth G

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Patricia Rivera

Google

Food was okay. Authentic Puerto Rican? I don’t think so but they try. Good looking space with good attention

Kayla Marie

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Navra Ferguson

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