On a stretch of Fayetteville Street where history and community run deep, one restaurant has been quietly setting the standard for Southern comfort food for generations. The Chicken Hut is more than a place to eat; it is a Durham institution that has been welcoming families through its doors since 1957.
Known for its hand-breaded fried chicken and soulful, home-style classics, this historically Black-owned landmark has built its reputation through consistency, heart, and recipes that feel just as meaningful today as they did decades ago. Step inside, and it quickly becomes clear why loyal customers keep coming back year after year.
A Century-Old Family Legacy In Every Crispy Bite
Originally known as The Chicken Box when it opened on Apex Highway in 1957, this Durham landmark has weathered decades of change while maintaining its commitment to authentic soul food. The restaurant relocated to its current spot at 3019 Fayetteville St, Durham, NC 27707 during the late 1960s, establishing roots in a community that would embrace it for generations.
Today, the third generation of the founding family continues operating the business with the same dedication their grandparents brought to the original location…