Revolution

Executive Chef and Proprietor Jim Anile brings a superb fine dining experience to Downtown Durham, North Carolina, with his concept Revolution located at 107 West Main Street, in the historic Baldwin Building. Revolution is proud to be named the "Official VIP Restaurant" of the Durham Performing Arts Center (DPAC).

Revolution’s sophisticated and vibrant atmosphere greets guests as they enter the commanding historic building. When conceiving of Revolution, Anile’s stylist team chose the aesthetic of balancing contemporary materials such as steel, concrete, and travertine with clean fluid lines. A dazzling tiled mosaic from Florence adorns the wall, while rich hues of garnet and chocolate brown leather, natural cork, and original restored wood flooring create an inviting social scene.

Revolution’s menu features a selection replete with imaginative interpretations of contemporary global cuisine, using state-of-the-art kitchen equipment. In addition to the ever changing menu, Chef Anile offers a variety of tasting options from the three course “Feed Me” to the seven course “The Feast” menu to lure adventurous guests. Ordering off the menu is also a satisfying experience with the Dry Aged Kobe New York with truffle butter and scalloped potatoes sure to be a tantalizing favorite. Anile’s high standards are reflected in his insistence on corn-fed, all-natural meat, line-caught seafood and fresh seasonal and local produce. The restaurant’s open floor plan comfortably seats 40 in brocade booths and white leather chairs, with food presented on cocoa brown natural wood tables. A striking cesar stone bar flanked with zebra wood that seats 50 also welcomes patrons as they enter. For guests craving intimacy, private banquet space seating 50 is located in the Chef’s Cellar.

An abundant raw bar presents itself in the guest’s space, offering the world’s finest and freshest seafood. There are simple items such as Oysters on the Half Shell, or an exciting Venison Carpaccio served with shaved fennel, green onions, and dijon with rosemary bruschetta that is sure to entice. Ingredients and menu items change weekly to ensure a new experience with every visit. Revolution also offers Champagne and sparkling wines by the glass that meld with choices from the raw bar for an excellent accompaniment.

Revolution is proud to serve an unassuming yet impressive selection of 50 fine wines featuring small production vineyards; all priced fewer than 50 dollars. The creative cocktail list, much like the menu, pays homage to global cuisine while highlighting a changing roster of fresh ingredients.

Executive Chef Jim Anile draws on his extensive international work to create an exciting and personal guest experience. Anile’s talents were honed with four-star and five-star hotels, resorts and restaurants such as the Melrose Hotel, Crescent Club, Bacara Resort, Il Palio at The Siena Hotel, and at the prestigious Ahwahnee Hotel in California’s Yosemite National Park. Internationally, Chef Anile lent his culinary talents to restaurants and hotels in Asia, as well as London’s Lanesborough Hotel. His innovative use of Asian preparation techniques is but one of the international influences subtly manifested in Chef Anile's exquisite delivery of indulgent and cutting edge cuisine at Revolution. Chef Anile has been featured in such publications as Bon Appétit Magazine, Southern Living, Texas Monthly and Cottage Living. He is involved with various culinary organizations including The James Beard Foundation and nationally-recognized North Carolina Pork Council. In addition, Anile is dedicated to community improvement projects, as evidenced in his hosting of fundraising events for Genesis Home, Big Brothers and Sisters and Habitat for Humanity.

Revolution is destined to be one of Downtown Durham’s most popular business and after work social meeting spots. It is the perfect place to meet for casual drinks, enjoy a fine dining experience, or host unforgettable celebrations and engaging events.