Big Cat Lands NY Times Top 50 | Durham News

Big Cat, Raleigh’s buzzy new restaurant, just snagged a spot on the New York Times’ top 50 U.S. restaurants list — the first Triangle spot ever to make it, and North Carolina’s only entry this year. Crafted by powerhouse chefs behind Ajja, Mala Pata, and Locals Seafood, the menu fuses Indian, Mexican, and Mediterranean flavors with a laid-back, cat-themed vibe. Critics praised how they elevate humble dishes like cabbage and cornbread, while the team’s James Beard and Michelin Bib Gourmand credentials add serious weight. Opened just months ago at 1000 Brookside Drive, Big Cat’s patio and bold concept are already turning heads — proof that local talent can go national fast. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.heraldsun.com/living/food-drink/article317250830.html More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fdeceae836b7299b Report issues to [email protected].