Experience · Durham

Thrift & Tapas Date in Durham

Start your afternoon date with a casual lunch at Local 22 Kitchen & Bar, then dive into the thrill of discovering unique fashion at Uptown Cheapskate. Conclude your date with inventive Asian fusion tapas at Juju Durham, enjoying their creative small plates and drinks.

A 4-hour Old West Durham afternoon plan for couples — Local 22 Kitchen & Bar, Uptown Cheapskate Durham, NC, Juju Durham.

Duration
4 hrs
Cost
$70–$120
Stops
3 stops
Area
Old West Durham
Walking
Light walking · Total 7.3-mile driving route
Best time
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for
Couples · Solo
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Thrift & Tapas Date in Durham

The plan

The plan

  1. 1Local 22 Kitchen & Bar(1 hr)→
  2. 2Uptown Cheapskate Durham, NC(1 hr 30 min)→
  3. 3Juju Durham(1 hr 30 min)

Why this plan works

Every stop sits in Old West Durham, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. Uptown Cheapskate Durham, NC is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Juju Durham — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples and solo who want a planned Durham outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Start your afternoon date with a casual lunch at Local 22 Kitchen & Bar, then dive into the thrill of discovering unique fashion at Uptown Cheapskate. Conclude your date with inventive Asian fusion tapas at Juju Durham, enjoying their creative small plates and drinks.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. Local 22 Kitchen & Bar1
    1 hr
    Local 22 Kitchen & Bar

    Food & Drink · Old West Durham

    Relaxed gastropub serving updated comfort fare with a seasonal spin, cocktails, craft beer & wine.

    What to do — Grab a relaxed lunch at Local 22 Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy their gastropub menu and a craft beer or cocktail to kick off your afternoon.

    3.6 mi · 11 min drive

  2. Uptown Cheapskate Durham, NC2
    1h 30m
    Uptown Cheapskate Durham, NC

    Shopping

    Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.

    What to do — Hunt for unique clothing and accessories at Uptown Cheapskate. Challenge each other to find the best deal or most interesting piece.

    Scout Side Quest

    Pick out one piece on the racks you genuinely think the other person could pull off. Reveal and make your case.

    3.7 mi · 11 min drive

  3. Juju Durham3
    Optional 1h 30m
    Juju Durham

    Food & Drink · Old West Durham

    Asian fusion and tapasbar offers creative, small plates, Shochu and Sake choices & other spirits.

    What to do — Head to Juju Durham for dinner. Share a variety of their inventive Asian fusion tapas and enjoy a drink from their curated menu.

    Scout Side Quest

    Before ordering, secretly pick the dish you think your date will want most. See if you guessed right.

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The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Durham itinerary for couples?
Yes. It's built for couples and solo and runs about 4 hrs across 3 stops, starting at Local 22 Kitchen & Bar.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 4 hrs door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Durham itinerary cost?
Roughly $70–$120 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 7.3 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.

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