Killer Queen wine bar 117 East Main Street, Durham, NC 27701

"First, excellent name. Second, excellent wine selection. The ladies behind the bar Killer Queen really know their stuff, and they are willing to chat with you at length about their wine selection. They are clearly so passionate about their work, and we love to see it. You can also taste the selection to find the perfect glass for you. The menu is divided between sparkling, rose, orange (YAY!), white, and red, with a helpful legend to decipher body and sweetness. They also have a solid selection of biodynamic wines to choose from! They also have beer, cider, and zero proof options - so it’s an inclusive spot for every palate. Small plates focus on bread, butter, and locally sourced cheese. I mean, what more could you want?! Decor is sparkly, disco-y, and eclectic - my fave. And they have cute napkins (it’s the little things). If you’re in Durham (or the triangle), make sure to check this place out!i"

"One of my new favorite places. The wine list here is intruiging with friendly options for folks who just want to hang out with friends but also adverterous selections for wine connoisseurs. When I visited, I tasted three selections and selected a white wine from Lebanon! The knowledgeable staff will help you pick your new favorite. The back patio is a great place to hang out and the main room is welcoming and inviting."

"We had our engagement party here and it was more than we could have ever hoped for! Silvia the owner is absolutely amazing. She kept the wine flowing and personally kept everyone’s glass full. She explained the wines to us and gave great recommendations. The food was also so tasty! We had a charcuterie board, cheese board, pasta, meatballs and they were even able to put a vegan board together for a couple of our friends that are vegan. Now for the space. Their new event space upstairs is absolutely beautiful. No detail was missed. The twinkle lights, candles, vintage seating, everything is so well thought out. They even put out a L & R wood cutout for my fiancé and I. So sweet! We were able to plan the whole event with just a few emails. Since we’re already planning a wedding I really appreciated how easy she made the whole process. We are so thankful for Silvia and everyone at Killer Queen that made our night so special. Can’t wait to have another event here!"

"Killer Queen is an amazing addition to downtown Durham! I stopped by with a group a 6 and even though it was a Saturday and I didn’t make a reservation, they pushed some tables together and made sure my group had a space to enjoy the evening. The service was topnotch all night. I ordered the roasted hazelnuts and roasted garlic Caesar salad. The food did take awhile to come out because only 1 person was working in the kitchen, which is understandable. The food was delicious!! My group then ordered a charcuterie board and bottles of wine and absolutely everything was fantastic. Killer Queen has such a cozy little environment and it really is the perfect place to grab a glass of wine, have a charcuterie board and relax. They also have some beers and ciders. I’m sure I will become a regular here!"

"I was looking for new places to eat and saw the name Killer Queen which peaked my interest. Digging in deeper found it is a wine bar. I love really cute wine bars and the decor and ambiance did not disappoint! Took one of my good friends to start for her 40th birthday dining start. We were served champagne which was super nice. We got a really nice bottle of wine after tasting two I was interested in purchasing. We also got a charcuterie board. I think they forgot us a few times but the board finally came, it was delicious and they took care of us on the issue. I'll be taking the hubbie for sure."