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Rue Cler Restaurant

401 E Chapel Hill St
Durham, NC 27701

(919) 682-8844
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4 star rating based on 23 reviews

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Study the wine list before you go, wine is available mostly by the bottle rather than by the glass, with a good variety of affordable to luxury.

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They don't take reservations, so make sure to arrive during dinner hours.

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Keep the party going and get a pastry or French bread from the bakery to savor at home. Its hours are Monday throguh Friday, 7:30am--6pm

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French fare with an air of reminiscence of fresh ingredients from an open air market, all available in historic downtown.

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In Short Growing cultural and historic setting, fine French dishes, combine well with a casual Southern comfort that is both inviting and sophisticated. Tartlets, coq au vin and grilled cheese are all available, so French-food-fearing diners will find a delectable dish. The toughest decision is whether to finish with the mille-feuille framboise (thousand layers of raspberries) or... more

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I have been to Rue Cler 3 times now and all 3 times have been great experiences! Twice I ordered off of the prix fixe menu, the third time ala carte. The food has been consistently good and fresh and the servers have always provided my husband and I with tasty wine suggestions.

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+ Unique atmosphere, helpful staff, great menu variety

Cons

- Not a lot of seating, menu online not always... more

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I have been to Rue Cler twice, the first time being so bad that I didn't think I would ever go back. Tonight I decided to give it another try and was equally disgusted and annoyed. In my opinion, any "French" restaurant that cannot manage to concoct and even decent Croque Madame or onion soup is a shame.
I see these good reviews and wonder where the problem is. My husband and I eat at many... more

Really enjoyed Rue Cler by Lisa C. at InsiderPages

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We ended up at Rue Cler one night after Watt's Grocery turned out to be a disappointment. We are vegetarians, and as a previous reviewer said, the menu isn't that vegetarian friendly, but they made something for us so I was able to order the prix fixe menu. The food was excellent. I'm looking forward to going back.
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