Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 6:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM |
Local time in Durham: 1:34 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (919) 973-1675 to confirm.
Location & directions
331 West Main StreetDurham, NC 27701
About Arcana
Arcana is a bar you'll find at 331 West Main Street in Durham, North Carolina. It is one of 430 places to eat and drink we list in Durham.
Arcana is open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). It stays open late, until 12:00 AM on most nights.
For questions or orders, call (919) 973-1675.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bar
- Address
- 331 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701
- Phone
- (919) 973-1675
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bars and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Arcana’s weekday schedule with 7 other bars in Durham. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 12:00 PM) and closes at 12:00 AM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 38 hours a week, 29 hours fewer than the local median of 67. 86% of bars in Durham open on Sundays, and Arcana is one of them.
Compared with 7 other bars in Durham that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bars across the US
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
We don’t have Arcana’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bars across the US typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Onion Rings | 20% | $7.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $9.50 |
| Chicken Strips | 14% | $7.88 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $6.75 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $7.37 |
| Blt | 13% | $9.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $8.00 |
| Chef Salad | 12% | $12.20 |
Calculated from 108 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bars usually offer
Across 153 bars in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 94% offer delivery
- 77% have dine-in seating
- 76% take reservations
Ask Arcana directly at (919) 973-1675 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Arcana there are 54 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 74 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Bars & Pubs (19), Bakeries & Desserts (10), Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), and Cafes & Coffee (4).
Competition is strong: 9 other bars are within a mile and 11 within three miles. The closest is West End Wine Bar, 0.2 mi away.
27 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Indian & South AsianViceroy< 0.1 mi
- ItalianToast< 0.1 mi
- PizzaPizzeria Toro< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsAshleigh Bakes Daily< 0.1 mi
- EuropeanMateo Bar De Tapas< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bar
Bars and pubs cover everything from neighborhood dives and sports bars to cocktail lounges, wine bars, brewpubs and taprooms. Many serve food – burgers, wings, pub fare or a full kitchen – while others offer little beyond snacks or host food trucks.
What to order
- Local beer on draft – especially at brewpubs and taprooms
- A house cocktail – cocktail bars often have signature drinks
- Wings or nachos – classic bar food
- Pub burger – often one of the best-value meals in town
Good to know
- Bring a valid photo ID – it may be checked even if you look over 21.
- Kitchens often close earlier than the bar.
- Plan a safe ride home; rideshare pickup points are common outside busy bars.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Arcana's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Thursday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Is Arcana open on Sunday?
Yes, Arcana is open on Sundays: 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM.
Where is Arcana located?
Arcana is located at 331 West Main Street, Durham, NC 27701.
What is the phone number of Arcana?
You can call Arcana at (919) 973-1675.
Is Arcana open late?
Yes – Arcana is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Arcana?
There are 74 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Arcana. Nearby options include Viceroy (< 0.1 mi), Toast (< 0.1 mi), and Pizzeria Toro (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bars near Arcana?
9 other bars within a mile. The closest is West End Wine Bar, 0.2 mi away.
How much do bars across the US cost?
Based on 108 menus with 1,803 priced items from bars across the US, the median menu item costs $10.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $14.00.
Nearby places
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