Located beneath King’s Royal Barcade, Neptune's Parlour is a hip underground bar that offers DJs, pinball, ping pong and arcade games. It also boasts a menu of local craft beers from mostly small North Carolina Brewers, seasonal cocktails and the very popular shot of the week. On weekends the bar is packed with dancers, and on some nights live acts play in front of the brick-walled stage. Neptune’s adds subterranean character to downtown Raleigh’s bar scene, off–or under–the beaten path.
Flex is a warm-hearted, no-nonsense nightclub and gay bar housed inside a brick warehouse near downtown Raleigh. The club hosts weekly themed events, concerts, karaoke nights, drag races and dance parties. Flex has the feel of a well-kept neighborhood dive bar, clean with endearing roughness around the edges. Locals visit Flex for inexpensive drinks, friendly bartenders, lively weekly events and the overall welcoming style and ambiance. The patio here is a great place to catch an evening breeze, and respite from the party indoors.
Legends is a LGBT dance club and bar featuring multiple dance floors, pool tables, dart boards, arcade games and an outdoor patio. The club is organized into several rooms with different themes, including a college dorm room and sleek ultra-lounge. Drag shows and talent contests are held at the performance theater called “Spotlight”. The club’s calendar is full of themed nights, parties and dances. Although the bar caters to the local LGBT community, it opens its halls and doors to anyone regardless of their orientation.
Years ago, it would have been difficult to find a hip, urban hot spot where one can enjoy a nice meal and then dance until the wee hours. Five Star proves that Raleigh can party with the best of them. Fashioned from an old tobacco warehouse, the restaurant is decorated in a hip, minimalist style and all in red. There are two full-service bars and a large dance floor perfect for the large crowds that frequent the restaurant.
Sandwiched between the bustling Fayetteville and Salisbury streets, Ruby Deluxe is an intimate underground space featuring a well-curated program. The 2800-square-foot (260.12-square-meter) venue may not have all the charms and thrills of a regular downtown joint, but it does impress with some stellar acts across genres. Done come expecting an extensive list of draft beers or specialty cocktails, but Ruby does have some delicious coolers and cans to quench those thirst pangs. Pool tables, arresting works of art adorning the bar and cozy seating areas add to a very convivial ambiance at this downtown space.
Overtime Sports Bar is a great place to catch a burger and a game, and also offers trivia nights, live music, and karaoke. The bar has more than a dozen high definition TVs and serves generous portions of pub food. If watching sports is not your favorite pastime, there is also a game room with arcade games, a pool table, dart boards, and a jukebox. Patrons should note, Overtime fills up quickly on Sundays during football season, and is at heart Pittsburgh Steelers country.
Sharp Nine Gallery is the right place to go to if you are interested in jazz. Located in Durham, NC, the venue organizes various music programs and classes and aims to educate the crowd on jazz culture. They are also available for concerts and other music events.
Nightlight is a friendly night club that welcomes people of all ages, and impresses with its range of ales, beers, wines and lattes. Art shows, block parties, dance jams, trivia nights and regular art walks are also organized. Call for details.
Years ago, it would have been difficult to find a hip, urban hot spot where one can enjoy a nice meal and then dance until the wee hours. Five Star proves that Raleigh can party with the best of them. Fashioned from an old tobacco warehouse, the restaurant is decorated in a hip, minimalist style and all in red. There are two full-service bars and a large dance floor perfect for the large crowds that frequent the restaurant.
Clockwork stands out in downtown Raleigh’s social scene for its eclectic ambiance. Recreating the mod look of the 1960s are vibrant wallpaper and mismatched furniture. This forms the perfect backdrop to classic cocktails and contemporary American fare. Select from beer, wine and spirits that complement cuisine staples like salads, pizzas, burgers and sandwiches. This trendy place is perfect for those looking for a hip night about town.
Inaugurated in 1992, Local 506 is one of the popular live music venues in Chapel Hill, NC. It is a fully fledged bar equipped with state of the art sound technology and a hotspot among local musicians. The venue can accommodate a total of 225 spectators at a single time.
Carmen's Cuban Bar & Cafe have imbibed the Cuban spirit and transformed it into this charming bar. With authentic Cuban delicacies and Latin Music dance nights every weekend, Carmen's is a great place to let your hair down and swing to the music.