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[Sarah Ovenall <sovenall AT nc.rr.com>]

For me, Pop's has great food but a terrible atmosphere -- every time 
I've been there it's been cramped and noisy. One time we sat outside 
& the experience was much more pleasant.

I like Aurora in Chapel Hill for special occasions, but it's 
definitely not "reasonably priced."

Is there a good mid-range Italian restaurant in Durham? By mid range 
I mean, better than the Italian Pizzeria but not as expensive as 
Pop's.

yours, Sarah (another semi-lurker)


> At the risk of duplicating the effort of the various "best of" lists
> already posted, may I recommend the following from my personal list of
> favorites:
>
> Anotherthyme, Durham - a bit costly, but marvelous atmosphere, great food,
> fine wine.
> Pop's Trattoria, Durham - similar comments, except that the seating is a
> bit snug with your neighbors
> Spotted Dog, Carrboro - fun & friendly, yet a little romantic, as well.
> More two-person tables than anywhere I've been in a long time! Note: the
> beer-battered fries, while not exactly a delicacy, are amazing. ;-)
> Margaret's, Chapel Hill - semi-upscale Mexican (i.e.not El Anythingo!),
> cozy without being intimidating.
>
> and for the finishing touch on your evening:
> Silk Road Tea House - the exotic atmosphere and lounging cushions are
> fabulous to set a mood. and the tea's great, too!
> Mad Hatter Bake Shop, Durham - anyplace that can put three different kinds
> of chocolate into one cake is guaranteed to go over well.
>
> Congratulations, and happy dining.
> Paula, the semi-lurker