The Cellar Door - Durham
The Cellar Door
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Step into The Cellar Door and discover a compact Durham gem where confident cooking and warm hospitality meet. The kitchen focuses on carefully executed plates—from comforting classics to focused seasonal specials—while a concise set-lunch and thoughtful wine list keep bookings simple and satisfying. Expect a welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere ideal for birthdays, weekend lunches or a relaxed dinner for two. Reserve a window seat to watch Saddler Street’s bustle and let the staff guide you through a memorable, flavor-forward meal at this intimate city-centre spot.
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Reviews praise The Cellar Door’s food, set-lunch value and warm staff; some guests note limited menus, mixed ale quality and occasional shabby decor or service lapses.
Great pub with large personal and ambiente. it is a small bar, but has a tardis like quality with a lot more space in. always worth a visit and a large pub overall.
A traditional pub Friendly atmosphere.. Good selection of beers, wines and spirits...
I was here with a large group of people who were staying in Durham over the early May Bank Holiday weekend and we were booked into The Cellar Door for a
The waiter and waitress were so incredibly accommodating! I proposed to my girlfriend earlier that day and mentioned it to the staff, and the brought us a lovely bouquet of flowers and a dessert! Obviously the food and dessert was incredible. Will always recommend Cellar Door to travelers and locals!
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The Cellar Door occupies two adjoining town-front spaces, which creates a series of small, intimate dining nooks rather than one big room — this is why window seats are prized and why meals often feel quietly personal. Regulars also mention occasional surprise treats from the kitchen, so tell staff if you’re celebrating and you might get a chef’s flourish.
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