Apr 3, 2025 - Food and Drink
Durham's new rooftop restaurant The Lenny sets opening date
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The dining room of The Lenny features a view of downtown Durham. Photo: Courtesy of Monica Jon
The Lenny, a new restaurant with a rooftop view of downtown Durham and the Durham Bulls stadium, plans to open April 9.
The latest: The Lenny will be located on the top floor of the 555 Mangum building in downtown Durham.
- The restaurant is the latest venture from the Ibarra brothers, Joel and Charlie, who have been behind other restaurants like the Cortez (now called Cuya) in downtown Raleigh as well as Chido Taco, Jose and Sons and La Rancherita.
Zoom in: The restaurant plans to lean into its downtown location.
- The Lenny will offer sunset hour specials during dusk every day and host vinyl-only DJ sets on the weekend during dusk hours.
- Highlights of the menu include: a seafood tower, multiple charcuterie boards and a selection of grilled meats, including a tomahawk steak.
- You can expect craft espresso drinks and a rotating cocktail menu, featuring sips like a whipped espresso martini and a Morita chili-infused version of a Last Word.
📍Location: 555 S. Mangum St., 11th floor, Durham
- The Lenny validates parking in the 555 Mangum parking deck.
Hours: 11am-11pm, daily.
- The restaurant will also offer a brunch menu on weekends, from 11am-3pm, and sunset hour specials from 3pm-5pm.
