NanaSteak

4.5 stars. Friendly service, and the food was very good. I wouldn't say it was special, but I'd go back and order a couple plates of the crispy pork ribs. The steaks were perfectly cooked, but a little under seasoned. The fruit crisp was very heavy on the crisp, and very very sweet. The brownie flavor was better balanced.

Found this place in my travels and decided to give it a whirl. Let's talk about parking, you're going to have to park and walk to this place, parking is tough, be prepared. This is a wait to be seated kind of place with table service and you pay your server when done. The entire staff was extremely courteous and accommodating to us. They also have a great selection of Bourbon and many other types of alcohol here. I ordered a 14 oz. NY Strip that turned out that it was AWESOME, super flavorful, moist, seared just right. Prime cut of meat as we were told up front and Nanna's delivered. Top shelf food here. The fries and Brussel sprouts were fried in duck fat grease and they had an awesome flavor as well. This place is pricey, but from the service to the food, it's worth visiting here and well worth the price. I highly recommend, 2 thumbs up.

Everything was great! Very convenient before a show at DPAC, they will even hold your leftovers! Thanks Hannah, great service. The young lady that seated us was also one of the friendliest people in the world. We both had the bib salad, yummy(no pic), entres were rosito with shrimp & country ham, prime rib, mac & cheese and an order of the most delicious rolls ever. Dessert was the apple crisp with ice-cream. I didn't eat all of mine (rosito) but ate a lot, I thought I might fall asleep during The Wiz but I didn't!

The food was wonderful. Our server, Alisha, was fantastic. She was very accommodating to myself, my sister's and our elderly parents. We were celebrating our June Birthdays and Anniversaries. Thank you for helping us have a special evening.

Overcooked Steaks, Poor Service, and Zero Accountability Despite its stellar reputation, our visit to NanaSteak was a complete disappointment. Two of our three medium-rare steaks arrived nearly well-done, and we soon realized the table next to us had the same issue with all four of their steaks. Instead of acknowledging the mistake, our server blamed the lighting and insisted on checking the steaks elsewhere before finally admitting they were overcooked. The replacement steaks took far too long, leaving our sides cold. Rather than comping the meal, they offered free dessert, which we declined—yet two desserts still showed up, and they weren’t even good. To top it off, splitting the bill was a 20-minute ordeal due to repeated mistakes. For a steakhouse with this reputation, I expected flawless execution and great service. Instead, NanaSteak delivered overcooked food, slow service, and poor recovery. I won’t be back.

Absolutely incredible prime rib steak. The tip top best I've ever had. The service, drinks, appetizers, and dessert were all amazing. The atmosphere was perfect for a dinner night out. Can't recommend the steak enough, it was #1. Have a port for dessert, it was perfect.

Gentlemen the search is over. I just finished eating it and I find myself looking back on eating it so fondly, was a simpler time. NanaSteak is THE culinary peak. A steak I would go to war for. So good make you wanna turn your life around.

Great meal!! The strip was AMAZING, tender like a filet and unlike any strip we've had. But also the sides, these Yukon gold potatoes were so very buttery. And these were the best brussels sprouts ever crispy, yet juicy and full of flavor. Just wow. I'll not miss this spot the next time I'm in Durham. Highly recommend.

The Prime Rib and other steaks were exceptional. Service was prompt and not overbearing. One thing that irritated us was that bread/rolls were a paid appetizer. A little much to charge when entrees are $40+ Maximum Group Reservation for 14 is limiting for social groups without restrictions.

First time going here, extremely convenient for dinner and some drinks before a DPAC show. The three of us dropped over $500 because we like to try lots of things and we order a lot. The tar tar needs a little more zing to it - not terrible but not near the caliper of tar tar at Crawford in our opinion. The crispy ribs were by far the best thing we had overall. Steak fat fries pretty tasty and filling. Great Bernaise sauce. My wife said the chili was really good. The Mac and cheese is great. The steaks were just ok. A little salty. One was over cooked and was medium well when ordered medium rare. The medium rare+ came out rare. They weren't prime tender and so I don't know if they're using prime beef. However, the zinger for us was when the waiter came over and asked if our steaks were prepared to our liking. I let him know that mine was overcooked and was done more than the other guy who ordered his done more. He literally looked at them, turned his back to us and started talking to the table next to us without saying a thing. He may have mentioned something to the manager who came over a minute later who only asked "everything ok?", but he definitely didn't know we weren't too happy with the steaks and we didn't want to bother since we were still pretty surprised at the waiters mic drop back turn. We're generally not complainers but we would have appreciated an offer to re do the $60 dollar steaks. (10oz filet) We still left him a 15% tip (not the usual 20-25) and that kind of experience will likely keep us from returning. Oh well.

I called three days in advance to reserve a table for 8 and was required to put my card on file and sign a form in order to make the reservation. I had the calamari, beef fat fries, filet mignon, brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes. The fries, filet, mashed potatoes and brussels were good but the calamari seemed it may have been fried too long or cooked in old oil. The seasonal fruit crisp was apple with cinnamon ice cream. The apples were undercooked and a bit hard and the crisp portion was too watery so I wouldn't order it again.

A group of 4 of us were seated on a Sunday at 5:30 pm. We asked for the bread appetizer, and were told they were out. One of us asked for a wedge salad, and we were told they were out. I asked for mashed potatoes, again they were out. Also out of the grouper on the menu. Asked for the Artichoke dip appetizer on the menu and we were told it was changed to a soup instead. My rib eye was excellent and the two orders of salmon were also very good. The premium prices charged here should result in the customer actually getting what they want from the menu, not just what they happen to have available in the kitchen. Not sure how you run out of a staple like potatoes and bread. We were told the rolls were burnt. Maybe try again? Also, two drink orders called for Grey Goose vodka, we got Ketel. The old fashioned I ordered was not worth $14 when the glass was only 1/4 filled, ice and cherry included. The experience was not a good value at $300 including tax and gratuity. Our server was Alyssa who did a great job considering she had to repeatedly give us bad news. The manager was not helpful. He basically tap danced around the shortcomings of the restaurant (burnt rolls, out of fresh made items, trying to get us out in time for the show at DPAC because the kitchen was backed up, etc)

We came to Nana Steak by chance after visiting a friend at Duke Hospital. Many years later there is nowhere else I will eat steak. The filet medium just melts in your mouth. The service and we love the atmosphere. We live about 40 miles away but travel probably once a month for the superior quality and taste. Muah!

First time here and we loved it. Food was delicious! Our waiter was kind. He made great recommendations. I literally have no complaints. The ambiance was chill and a vibe of its own. We sat on the bar side. I love sports. The menu is reasonably priced. The menu options made me and my husband happy. We will definitely be back!

Thoroughly enjoyed my recent dinner at NanaSteak. Went to dinner before a DPAC show and the service people were great in moving us along timely so we could make the show. The appetizer was great and I loved my Filet Mignon - perfectly cooked. And the Crème Brûlée was wonderful. I highly recommend this place - a bit pricey but you get what you pay for. Well worth it.

I enjoyed NanaSteak in downtown Durham. This is a solid local steakhouse with good food and service. It's definitely worth checking out. I have to admit, though, when it comes to steakhouses in Chapel Hill and Durham, I like Bin 54 in Chapel Hill the best: https://bit.ly/49G6QSJ I first learned of NanaSteak when my wife brought home leftovers of her Prime Rib and sides. I eat prime rib pretty regularly and, even at a couple hours old, I could tell from the leftovers that the Prime Rib at NanaSteak was outstanding quality. It was among the best I've had. I think the prime rib here is five stars alone. On the night of my visit with a friend, the prime rib was listed on the menu as "Spice and Salt Crusted Slow Roasted Prime Rib with Horseradish Cream Sauce," 14 ounces, for $50. "Served while it lasts." I think it's one of NanaSteak's most popular items. I also had some leftover Yukon Gold Potato Puree ($12) and Roasted Beets with Citrus Shallot Butter ($12) and it was damn good. For my visit, I wanted to try something different. Here's what we got: Drinks * Barrel-Aged Rye Manhattan ($18) - Old Forester Rye, Carpano Antica, orange bitters, aged eight months in American oak (special drink) * Erath 'Resplendent' Pinot Noir, Oregon (2 glasses at $14 per glass) Appetizers * Crispy Pork Ribs ($12) - quick 'kimchi' napa cabbage slaw, miso-ginger glaze * Filet of Beef Tartare ($15) - dijon, shallots, fine herbes, crispy capers, potato chips Hand-Cut Prime Steak and Chops * Charcoal-Grilled Double-Cut Duroc Pork Chop ($42) - with apple and whole grain mustard sauce * Charcoal-Grilled Ribeye Steak, 16 ounces (market price was $60) - finished with herbed cabernet jus Family-Style Sides * Blistered Brussels Sprouts ($10) - pickled Fresno chilis, apple balsamic glaze (special side) * Braised Collard Greens with Bacon ($10) Dessert * Apple Crisp ($12) - served warm with housemade vanilla bean ice cream * Cake of the Day (market price was $14 per slice) - chocolate cake with chocolate buttercream over cherry compote The special Manhattan was OK. It tasted a little too mediciney for me. My favorite item was the Crispy Pork Ribs. My wife recommended them. What a great recommendation. My friend agreed. He said they were fantastic. The ribs were spot-on in every way, from the flavor of the seasoning/glaze to the texture -- indeed crispy (on the outside), but also satisfyingly tender and meaty on the inside. The ribs were almost fall-off-the-bone, which I think is ideal. The Beef Tartare was delicious. Beef tartare is an app I like to order when I see it on the menu. NanaSteak's beef tartare was as good as they come. What stood out to me about their version was its freshness, "clean" and mild taste, and it wasn't overly rich nor sauced. It was well balanced. The accompaniments were great, especially the thin-yet-sturdy chips. Both the Duroc Pork Chop and the Ribeye were good. Now that I've tried those two and the Prime Rib, I think the Prime Rib is superior. That said, I don't think you can go wrong with any of these. Like the pork ribs, the Duroc Pork Chop was meaty and tender, but in a different way. The pork was much leaner and the apple and whole grain mustard sauce on top went really well with it. I thought about getting the Charcoal-Grilled New York Strip (12 oz), but opted for the Ribeye for more consistent marbling throughout, along with more tenderness. And it's bigger (16 oz). I had it cooked medium rare. It had wonderful flavor and consistency, which the herbed cabernet jus enhanced. The Brussels Sprouts were too salty. It was the only dish I didn't like. The Collard Greens were delectable and what you'd expect from a well-made batch of greens. Save room for dessert because the desserts we got were excellent. Our server Amy suggested the Apple Crisp and wow, it did not disappoint. The crispy and crumbly top streusel layer was to die for. Perfect. The chocolate Cake of the Day slice was huge. It tasted as yummy as it looked. I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but this cake had me going back for more and more. The cherry compote helped. Service from Amy was terrific. The restaurant has a modern interior design. The atmosphere was classy, but not stuffy nor pretentious. My wife dined in the private room. This place is popular. Book your reservation well in advance. NanaSteak uses OpenTable. Unfortunately, they didn't award dining points when I booked. The restaurant is located in the same building as DPAC (Durham Performing Arts Center). Parking details on the OpenTable reservation confirmation said to park in the surface lot north of Vivian St, enter via Blackwell St. However, when I pulled up to the entrance, the gate arms were down and public parking wasn't allowed. I ended up parking for free nearby on W Pettigrew St. My buddy parked for free in the City of Durham's Corcoran St garage. It was free because it was after parking enforcement hours (8am-7pm). NanaSteak opened in February 2016.

Great restaurant. The bar service was great during the dinner rush. You can only get the S mash burger at the bar and it didn't disappoint it comes with a delicious sauce that I couldn't get enough of!

For my graduation dinner, Nana Steak was the perfect choice! Conveniently located near DPAC with parking nearby, it made for an easy, stress-free evening. The ambiance is lovely, with ample seating for large groups, making it ideal for family and friends to gather. The food was delicious--each entree stood out on its own, complemented by generous, family-style sides. Portions are sizable, so pace yourself if you want to save room for dessert! Nana Steak truly made my celebration memorable, and I highly recommend it for any special occasion. The waitstaff was attentive and professional; they even gave me a slice of cake with a candle for the celebration.

After a recommendation from a friend, my boyfriend and I visited Nana Steak for a belated Valentine's Day dinner. We didn't have any expectations going in, but everything was delicious. My filet mignon was mouthwatering and so was his ribeye steak. I would also recommend the calamari appetizer! The crispy calamari is tossed with greens and fried banana peppers, which gives the dish a unique touch. The only thing that didn't blow me away was the dessert: a simple brownie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Not bad, just not worth $12. If you're looking for a nice steak dinner in Durham, this is the spot.

Ambience was good. Service was great! Some of the best steak and prime rib we've had in a long time. Everything was cooked exactly the way we asked for it to be. The macaroni and cheese was excellent. We really enjoyed our time here.

Way way way over priced. Nice place but I've had equal quality food for 1/4 the price at other establishments.

Service was attentive. Table chairs a little uncomfortable. Ambiance a little noisy. Steak was deliciously well seasoned and tender Wedge--of their version of it--was flavorful and adorned with plentiful bacon.

This place has amazing food and an intimate ambiance. Perfect for date night or a business dinner. I love that they rotate their menu seasonally. Their is a full bar that takes up on side of the restaurant. Highly recommend making reservations. Everything pictured was delicious.

We arrived a bit early, so missed the rush. That said, our server was polite, professional and helpful--with great recommendations on food and drink. We ordered the rib eye with Brielle sprouts and the fries along with wine and an English Mule to drink. Honestly, it was all so good that we forgot to take pictures! The steak was perfectly prepared and seasoned and the fries were incredibly good. The English mule is made with Pimms and ginger syrup and tasted great -- loved the recommendation. High recommend.

We went here for dinner last night and every single thing that we had was amazing, drinks included. We sat at the bar and the bartender was phenomenal. (A woman, brown hair, just got back from Paris... I really wish I remembered her name) I've wanted to try Nana Steak for years and someone told me it was overrated and I hate whoever that person was... because I've been missing out. I also hate anyone who has the audacity to say that the Barn place has the best steak in this area. Here's what we had: Lobster bisque- great Caesar salad- really good but A LOT of dressing Homemade bread- sweet, but salty... so so good Australian Wagyu- I mean, do I even need to say anything? Potato puree- good, not the best I've had but I'm a potato snob Brussels sprouts- great! My husband said this was the first dinner he's had in the area that made him feel like he lived in a bigger city. He smiled the entire time he ate his steak and I've taken him to quite a few steak spots. Just great!

While in town for work I met some friends here for dinner and the food was absolutely amazing! The sides are shareable size and I highly recommend all of them and the dinner rolls are so good! The service was top Tier and our server Jared was very attentive and engaged with us beyond just taking our order and bringing the food out. What I liked about the ambiance was there when you first walk in you have a nice bar and high top area so if you're looking for an upscale bar vibe you can get that. Then to the side and up stairs you have a fine dining vibe that also offers a private space on the second level with its own bar if you ever want to host a dinner. Overall great experience with amazing food and I highly recommend!

What I love about Nana's is that whether you want just a drink and an appetizer or a full steak experience, it will be perfect here. It's so good that what can be challenging is getting in. Reservations are hard to get. They don't take them before a month in advance. Try to book on day 30 and then there's no availability, probably because the dining room is fairly small. But what you CAN do is be there when they open and grab a high top or bar seat in the bar area. No reservations required. Recent Saturday afternoon, having been denied a 5:00 reservation due to lack of availability, we went straight to the door after the 2:00 Beetlejuice matinee ended at DPAC. Waited 16 minutes. Door opened and we picked a table by the window. Don't know how they did it with everyone arriving at the same time, but Service was outstanding. Drinks and Service, also outstanding. Meomi Pinot Noir for me and Dirty Durham for Husband, just sayin'. Having never had a steak experience here before, Husband finally tried a 6 oz filet mignon. Cooked perfectly. He's still talking about how good it was. Everything is a la carte. Charred broccoli & cauliflower was good on the side, as was the massive platter of amazing fries in beef fat with bernaise. I chose the Cavatelli with a beef ragu (tasted like a stew), with fennel, peas, grana padano...pasta perfection! Had them package up fries, veggies and pasta to go home, no room for dessert, but our kind Server was sweet enough to remember Husband's birthday and treated us to a delightful and super tasty mango sorbet complete with a lit candle. Another special experience here. Can't appreciate this place more for quality, taste and surprisingly reasonable prices for what you get.

I made reservations here because we had tickets for the Peter Pan show. They got us right in and seating in dining when we arrived. The place is nice! The waitstaff was thorough and happy to answer any questions we had. I'm a bit of a steak snob. A lot of places that have come highly recommended in Raleigh/Durham just didn't do it for us. I'm so happy to report that Nana Steak did a superb job. I had a NY strip and it was cooked and seasoned perfectly. We opted to share the beef fat fries upon the waitresses suggestion and they were really good too! We finished dinner with a delicious Crème brûlée. The custard was thicker than we're used to, but I quote liked that. What really stood out about the service was their offer to bag up and hold our leftovers for us, so we could go enjoy the show and just stop back in to pick up on the way out. I look forward to coming back!

Nana Steak is located on the corner of Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC). The interior reads more as upscale, the use of warm lighting, exceptional food, and friendly staff make it all a pleasant dining experience. The menu Appetizers There are several to choose from. All wonderful options. What caught my eye was the Shrimp Cocktail, Beef Tartare, and the Calamari. The menu has several entrees on it for you to choose from. And a section for Hand Cut Steak. What was ordered: House Salad $10.00 Mixed Lettuces, English Cucumber, Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Red Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette Crispy Fried Calamari $13.00 With Crispy Shishito Peppers, Arugula, Housemade Tartar Sauce Sauteed Green Beans and Onions $11.00 3 Cheese Mac and Cheese $14.00 Charcoal Grilled Filet Mignon 6oz or 10oz Now let me get into this...I love a good steak. However, most people would say that I like my steak over done. I order mine prepared to Medium Plus. I know, the horror to most of you... Just let me say, this was the most perfect steak I've ever had. The Filet was juicy and tender, each time I raised my fork to my mouth pieces of steak just melted like butter. Most restaurants don't ever get Medium Plus correct, they'll send you a dried out well done steak, but not Nana Steak. The steak was perfect! The beautiful score marks, coloring inside and out, and an overall perfectly seasoned cut - I would eat here anytime I'm in the area. The sides and appetizers were equally delicious, but the steak is the breakout star by far. Kudos to this establishment getting everything right. Warm, welcoming, and friendly staff. Clean lavatories. Great Menu. Exceptional Food. I'll for sure be back.

Such a nice place for dinner in Durham. The staff was so friendly and their menu was awesome, so many things I need to go back to try.

I was excited to finally dine at Nana Steak on Easter Sunday afternoon. We arrived around 4:15, they open at 4. They were booked in their dining room as I was told when I called. There were at least 4 open table tops in the bar area, and some seats at the bar. We chose to sit at one of the tabletops near the window which looks at DPAC. Reservations are highly recommended. Grace was our amazing server! She was upbeat, and super helpful when helping us choose our meal. She gave her honest opinion on items we asked about, and I so appreciated that. We started with drinks and an appetizer. The drinks were excellently made. The calamari didn't have much taste, the presentation was great and they were fried perfectly. Unfortunately it had no real taste. In good time, our entrees came. I ordered the 6oz filet and the collard greens. The filet was cooked perfectly, and I didn't even need the steak knife to cut it. The collard greens were delicious, but sooo sweet. I had never had greens so sweet, but I enjoyed them. My daughter ordered the prime rib and beef fat fries. Both were good. I enjoyed the fries, but wish they had a aioli to dip them in. The prime rib was very good! I love dessert, so had to save room for it. We ordered the strawberry shortcake, I was so excited about it, but it turned out to be dry and unimpressive. I did enjoy the whip cream and strawberries. Nana Steak is a great place for dinner. The ambiance is great. If you're attending a show next door at DPAC and have leftovers, they'll store them for you in the refrigerator. They are very hospitable and are great at making your experience wonderful, whether in the dining room or at the bar.

Fabulous Resturant! The food was absolutely delicious. I loved everything we had. The drinks came it so fast, and our table had all gotten something g different ! The atmosphere here is nice, more up scale. Overall not what I would call cute or homey, the food is good but it isn't the prettiest restaurant.

Amazing experience for my hubby'a birthday. We booked reservations online with ease. Parking was a little difficult because there was a show a DPAC but thankfully we found street parking near the restaurant...in the rain. We were immediately greeted with kindness by the male host. He even offered to take our umbrellas. The restaurant was small, but the vibe was elegant and romantic. Our waitress Savannah was very kind and personable. I was nervous about the limited menu because my husband is a picky eater, but we decided on the ribs (appetizer), 12oz steak (don't remember which one), mac n cheese, and beer fries. Everything was exceptional! His steak was cooked perfectly and I really enjoyed the mac n cheese. We had reservations near closing and ended up being the last people on our side. Savannah didn't rush us out which we really appreciated. My husband enjoyed his birthday and wants to go back. :)

We finally had the chance to check out Nana Steak for my husbands birthday. Reservations for earlier dining times seemed challenging to come by on a weekend night or most evenings with a DPAC show. We made a Sunday night reservation many weeks in advance to ensure we had a time that worked best for us. We really decided to treat ourselves and ordered drinks, bread, salad, entrees, a side, and dessert! Everything was delicious! They also brought us a free sorbet for a birthday treat, which was super nice! We were seated in a smaller back room, which was a little less crowded than the main area. Service was great, and our server was helpful with any questions we had. While we weren't there for a DPAC show, others were, and we overheard them say that they could store their leftovers for them until after the show - I thought that was a really nice perk!

My friend had been wanting to try Nana Steak for MONTHS based upon some other friends' reviews. I had prepared myself by checking tons of Yelp reviews to know what to order. We arrived on-time for our 6pm reservation on a Friday night. We were taken upstairs to a more private dining area which was much quieter than the bar and restaurant downstairs. We each ordered a cocktail (NanaColada and Old Fashioned). We were not offered bread although 2 of the 4 tables that were seated in the private room did receive bread, but they may not have ordered appetizers. Too bad, I love bread and butter. For an appetizer, we opted for the Crispy Fried Calamari (with Crispy Shishito Peppers, Arugula, Housemade Tartar Sauce). It came out very quickly which is always nice. The dish was a bit salty for my taste and seemed to be 50/50 calamari and peppers, so I was a bit disappointed that there were so many peppers; they weren't bad, but not as good as calamari. For dinner, I ordered the filet and my friend ordered the Prime Rib. For shareable sides, we ordered the Beef Fat French Fries w Bearnaise (Yelpers seem to love these) and Charred Broccoli and Cauliflower. My filet came out room temperature (not warm at all which was disappointing) and was overly salted. For me a steak shouldn't require much seasoning as a filet is almost perfect on its own. My friend said the Prime Rib was good, but not great. The fries were good, but it felt a bit odd eating fries with a fork at such a nice steakhouse; there was no way I was using my fingers. The broccoli and cauliflower were nice, but nothing special. For dessert, we opted to share the Chocolate Brownie with Bourbon Caramel, Maldon Salt and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream; it was quite yummy and probably my favorite part of the meal. Overall, the restaurant was just OK for me. Considering the price/location, I expected a bit more from Nana Steak. The service itself was quite good, but the food just lacked something special and was way too salty! Next time I am in the area, I will likely try one of Durham's other establishments.

My wife and I had two out of town guest join us at Nana. This was both our first visit. The food was hot and prepared as requested, but the flavor/taste of the steaks(ribeye/prime rib) was not to our liking. The service was good as was the ambiance but not great. When I spend this type of money my expectations are high and Nana's did not meet our expectations.

Great food, service, and location. We had dinner here before a show at DPAC. They even offered to hold our leftovers onsite until after the show.

I would give a negative # if available. stopped in after a show at DPAC Happened to be a satirical comedian from the conservative side of the spectrum. Bar tender made a snide comment and didn't serve us while serving others at the bar. our money spends just like everyone else's. will never recommend and will never go back. another near by establishment got our $$ with over 20% tip Not smart!

I went with a small party and dropped $700 (it was my birthday). I got food poisoning from the beef tartare and went to the ER 2 days later, so that cost me another $600. I just came back from Jakarta and assumed it was a bug I picked up over there until I heard a friend I split the dish with also had the same symptoms. The serving staff were fine minus one disgruntled person. Stoked I flew around the world, avoided Bali belly, only to come back and get food poisoning almost immediately. 10/10 location tho. I love DPAC and DBAP.

Awesome service, steaks and drinks. Ambiance is nice but does not compare to the price of a dinner for 3. Reservations aren't easy to get given their policy using the on line open table. When calling the restaurant they are even less helpful. The message I received is that they know where their customer base is coming from and if you are not attending a DPAC event or an event in the area then Nanasteak does not need your business. So this year I have selected another venue and yes able to make reservations two months out.

I always wonder why people go to a steak house and then don't order steak and then do a review complaining of the food. Well I'm going to be this person. My wife and I went here for the Lion King show. We stopped here because it is right next to the DPAC. Only because I have been told to cut down on red meat, we ordered an appetizer which was the calamari. This was pretty good ! Hard to screw that up . I would have liked a chili sauce instead of the tartar sauce that it came with. I ordered the $22.00 Risotto - Asparagus, Spring Onion, Royal Trumpet Mushroom with blackened shrimp. Umm I would say this was really plain and lacking seasoning. This wasn't horrible but for nearly 28.00 it simply wasn't worth it . Now I did see some amazing looking burgers though. Dam doctor ! If we go back here screw the cardiologist and I'm getting the burger. If you want overpriced risotto that isn't seasoned, go ahead . Not bad not great just not worth it.

We had an awful meal last night. It will be our last time there. The calamari appetizer was small pieces and had almost as much breaded pepper as calamari. The filet was cold. Salmon was not seasoned well and the barley with it was so greasy that my partner couldn't finish it and neither could I the next day. This was our third time there. I had to promise my very upset spouse that I would not take him there again. I think the owner Matt Kelly should stop opening new restaurants and focus on quality at his existing ones.

This is the most bizarre review ever, you'll either love it or hate it. This was my third visit to NanaSteak, and I was having dinner with my buddy when our female server asked if I'd like another drink. I said, "If my buddy wants to pull the nipple off his drink and finish it, I might order another one (He'd hardly touched his drink at that point....he was "nursing it"). My friend, looking at me, joked,, "I like nipples." I then responded to him, "who doesn't??" It was harmless, complete silliness, and we were looking at each other when we said it. Next thing we know, another server begins tending to us. Feeling like I'd possibly offended our server, I got up and walked to the server station and asked her if I'd offended her. She said yes, that I'd made the rudest, most offensive comment ever (I'm just thinking my buddy and I were just being funny). Her coworker (claimed she was the manager) jumped into my face, saying that I had nothing to say to my server, and if I even spoke again to her I'd have to leave. I was literally perplexed, just wanting to sincerely apologize for our humor that was way over interpreted. I typically would had left a $100 tip on a $200 dinner, but I left $0. Nobody has a sebse of humor any more, and I'll never return to NanaSteak.

This is my new favorite restaurant. We have been twice now and we love to go after seeing a show at DPAC. The service, the staff, the FOOD..... just stop, the food is phenomenal. The drinks are phenomenal, they have actual mixologists. The prices are so good and we will seriously be there for all DPAC shows and any special or not even special occasions!!

Came here on a Friday night at 5pm. We did not have a reservation but got a nice table near the bar. Our service was great! I had an old fashion, which was strong and took me the whole dinner to finish. The atmosphere was casual yet upscale at the same time. It was right next to DPAC. We started with beef tartare and bread. While we didn't hate it, we realized beef tartare wasn't really for us. . . Yet we still managed to eat most of it. For entrees we each had a 10oz filet, Mac and cheese, fries, and fingerling potatoes. The filet was good but the sides were the star. Omg the fries were phenomenal!!! The sauce was perfect! For desert we had homemade strawberry ice cream and cream brûlée. Both were great!

The service is friendly and top notch. If they know you are going to DPAC for a show, they will try to help you get out on time. We have never had a bad meal at Nana Steak. It is our go to in Durham!

4.5 stars! A really great filet mignon with bernaise sauce. One of the best I have ever had! My house salad was light and crisp. The Brussels sprouts were amazing. Be sure to order a basket of bread as it is delicious and is served warm. We went after a Duke basketball game. My son said the NY strip steak was good but not as amazing as the filet. I took off a half star because our waiter was a little pretentious and made tsk tsk noises when we said we were not ordering wine or a first course for everyone (except for me -I ordered a salad). We are not drinkers and tend to be light eaters so this happens sometimes when the waitstaff is mad that your bill won't be as big and presumably result in a smaller tip. Just a pet peeve of mine! We tip 25% for good service so it irritates me when this happens. Otherwise a fabulous meal and great location/beautiful space. It is obnoxiously expensive but a great place to go for a special occasion.

First our server was terrific . Prime rib looks nothing like the picture. We found the prices to be high like a 5 star steak house , the atmosphere, the service and the food do not keep up . They were out of bread at 8:00 on a Saturday night . and they need to clean the windows into the "open kitchen".

As always the food and service is exquisite. What a lovely option to have your food packaged and held until after the DPAC show especially now that the heat is here. My only complaint is the temperature in the restaurant. I know it's hard to keep it cool with people coming in and out. But it was uncomfortably warm, to the point it was difficult to enjoy the meal.

I have a new favorite steakhouse. Busy place, make reservations, modern interior with interesting artwork on the walls. Appetizers were great. We were in a large group so we were able to sample a few. Calimari, tartare, ceviche, and ribs were all great--flavorful and nice textures. Prime rib was fantastic, tender and nice flavor. Pork shank was fantastic with a nice sauce and served over a very nice polenta. They also have great cocktails, I really enjoyed the penicillin. Also, good wines to choose from.

Great spot. Ask them to make you a Caipirinha cocktail. You will love it. I had a filet and it was very good. They also had a chimichurri sauce that was fantastic. Enjoy!

Gorgeous place! I visited Nana Steak with colleagues and had an amazing time. The food was perfect. For a starter I had a seafood risotto, which was delicious and for my entree the steak was cooked exactly how I wanted it. The portions were very reasonable so I ended up taking some home! The service was great and very helpful answering my questions regarding the menu.

If you're going to put steak in your business name it should be superlative in my opinion. Nana's is definitely not that. Our group had 3 filets and a prime rib. Salting steaks is an art. Nana's missed that class. Overly salted that turned a lovely cut of meat into something less. If you don't time the salting correctly you can do just that, 6 ounces of meat at $40 with no sides deserves a better approach. The prime rib was sinewy and required way too much effort to cut and chew. Again not what you expect from a 'steak' house. Service was good, sides were fine. When we were leaving I asked for a toothpick. (They seem to coexist with steaks.) They took me to the bar where I was offered to choose one from a bowl of unwrapped picks. No thanks. Not even allowed by the health department in my part of the world. If I was to do it again, I would definitely tell them to skip the salt and examine the prime rib before accepting the dish.

We love dining out. We dined out for the first time at Nana's yesterday. The service is great. Professional, prompt and very informative. The steak was cooked at perfection, fries were very good. Sides are made to be shared between 2-3 people. It's quite enjoyable and it's not loud. We can carry a decent conversation. I would like to see the waiter pouring the wine and ensure the glasses are full. It's the expected service for an upscale place like this. We will return.

My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Nana's, and we were not disappointed. The food, service, and atmosphere did not disappoint. It was a bit noisy, but that did not detract from the overall experience. We made reservations, as suggested, and arrived earlier than expected but were seated immediately without hesitation. Our server was pleasant and very attentive. She immediately took our drink orders and was very helpful in explaining the items on the menu and offering suggestions. She was knowledgeable and did not hesitate or seem annoyed when we asked questions. The menu's à la carte; however, some menu options items need no additional items. The sides are shareable, and the portions are generous. Our food was exceptional. We chose calamari as an appetizer and wanted more. The Caesar salad was the best I've had in a long time. Our steaks were cooked to perfection... melted in our mouths! If you're ever in Durham and want a fantastic dining experience, this is the place. It is pricey but worth it. You get what you pay for.

First time coming here for a date night. The service and food were phenomenal!! I had the prime rib which was to die for. Drinks were always kept full and our waiter was very attentive (don't remember their name unfortunately but they were working the top floor on Friday 8/16). We will be back for sure. Overall a great experience.

Don't go to a chain place for a steak in Durham! The place has a great location to activities, shows and other eateries. There seems to be adequate parking if you drove. It was super crowded when I first got there because Bonnie Rait was performing right next door. They still seated me within 5 minutes. After everyone left, it really opened up. My waitress was kind and helpful. I wanted a steak and she knew what to recommend. The only down side was that I couldn't finish the whole thing. Large steak at a good price. Vegetables looked good, but I got the Mac and Cheese. So much food! Nice atmosphere and a wonderful place to take a date. Quiet and there is beautiful outside dining area. Whether you eat outside, at the bar or at a table, go here if you're in Durham.