M Pocha
M Pocha offers a vibrant fusion of Asian street food and inventive cocktails, inspired by Korean culinary traditions.
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M Pocha
Highlights
Must-see attractions
M Pocha offers a vibrant fusion of Asian street food and inventive cocktails, inspired by Korean culinary traditions.
Reserve Counter Seating
Book a reservation for counter seating to enhance your dining experience and watch the chefs at work.
Mix Leftover Sauces
Don't discard sauces! Try mixing leftover sauce from dishes like Gai Lan with your rice for extra flavor.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Asian Fusion / Korean
Price
Mid-range
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Authentic Korean Street Food
Experience the bold flavors of Asian street food-inspired dishes, reminiscent of Korean pojangmacha (tented carts).
Creative Cocktails
Savor a diverse cocktail menu featuring curious flavors from smoky mezcal to floral orange blossom.
People Watching Ambiance
Enjoy sake and small plates while watching the bustling activity on Main Street.
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Reserve Counter Seating
Book a reservation for counter seating to enhance your dining experience and watch the chefs at work.
Mix Leftover Sauces
Don't discard sauces! Try mixing leftover sauce from dishes like Gai Lan with your rice for extra flavor.
Off-Peak Visits
Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid potential noise and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Explore Cocktail Menu
Dare to try unique cocktail flavors, from smoky mezcal to floral orange blossom.
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Reserve Counter Seating
Book a reservation for counter seating to enhance your dining experience and watch the chefs at work.
Mix Leftover Sauces
Don't discard sauces! Try mixing leftover sauce from dishes like Gai Lan with your rice for extra flavor.
Off-Peak Visits
Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid potential noise and enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Explore Cocktail Menu
Dare to try unique cocktail flavors, from smoky mezcal to floral orange blossom.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
M Pocha receives high praise for its bold, creative Asian street food flavors and innovative cocktails, with many diners highlighting the friendly and attentive service. While the intimate setting and counter seating are appreciated by some for people-watching, others note that the small space can be noisy and less private. Some reviewers found certain dishes to be less balanced or a bit pricey compared to other 'M' restaurants.
"Their food has bold flavors and is very yummy. It's a tight venue and if you have a shell fish allergy I don't recommend it. The spicy pork buns are soooo good and the rice with the shrimp (I forget what it's called)."
London Grant
"New favorite in Durham! Everything we ordered was excellent, including the drinks/wine. Service was very attentive and friendly. Everything made to order. Keep in mind it is a very small space, but nice atmosphere. 100% will be back!"
Erin K
"M Pocha is amazing. Every dish was super creative and flawlessly executed. We just kept ordering more and more small plates because everything we got was better than the last dish. They even made me a birthday plate!
I recommend booking a reservation for the counter. The Main Street people watching is fun while drinking sake and knocking out small plates with friends."
Daniel Perry
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations are highly recommended, especially for counter seating, as the restaurant is quite small.
Popular choices include the Pocha Burger, chili-crisp fries, spicy pork buns, and various small plates.
Yes, M Pocha has vegetarian options available, and they can accommodate nut allergies.
It's a vibrant, intimate spot, often described as cozy with traditional Korean-style seating, great for people-watching.
Yes, diners suggest mixing leftover sauce from dishes like Gai Lan with rice for an enhanced flavor experience.
M Pocha has a diverse cocktail menu with unique flavors and also serves sake.
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A window-lined corner location in downtown’s Five Points and Asian street food-inspired menu items make this spot an easy place to post up for a few snacks while people watching, and a menu of curious cocktails will hold your attention for a while as well. Flavors range from smoky mezcal to floral orange blossom to a tropical rum punch. If tasting bekseju (Korean herb wine) has been on your bucket list, or you’re in the mood to experiment with a dark chocolate squid ink drizzle, schedule a stop at M Pocha.
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M Pocha is definitely one of the best places to eat in Durham if you have a hankering for Korean, Chinese, or Japanese flavors. It offers highly regarded Asian fusion dishes and is a local hotspot. Try out some of their innovative plates and sample the Pocha Burger, made using both a brisket smash style patty and a meatloaf patty, a toasted potato bun, and a house-made special sauce.
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Lee’s newest creation—if you look on his website, you’ll see he has plans for at least four more—M Pocha is sort of like a Korean take on a Japanese Izakaya. Basically, it’s Korean street food with drinks. Pocha comes from the word pojanmacha, which means “tented cart on wheels.
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101 E Chapel Hill St, Durham, NC 27701Phone: 919-294-9177 Visit Website. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Taste The Triangle (@tastethetrianglenc)
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Head across the street to M Pocha, where the late night menu includes delectable offerings like kimchi quesadillas, pork nacho fries, and chili oil wontons.
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