We stopped in the bamboo lounge on a whim while we were just doing a little bar crawling in downtown Winston. We were so glad we did. Everything was decorated super cute for Christmas. And when I say, everything was decorated, literally everything was decorated. It really got us in the spirit. Our bartender was super fun. She took the time to chat with us and get to know us. The drinks were all served in the cutest little Christmas themed cups and mugs. We were really excited to see that they had red stripe because that's kinda hard to find around here . Their signature drinks were delicious. We definitely wanna go back here again to see what it's like when it's not decorated for Christmas. We've already recommended it to lots of friends. read more

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Great tiki bar with many different options available other than rum drinks. Daily drink specials available. Nice unique seating area downstairs along with a upstairs seating area as well. Bar area seating too. Drinks were good! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Painkiller - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

This is such a cute bar downtown. They have tiki decor and cups. Old fashioned drinks are $5 on Sat. It's a relaxing atmosphere for groups or even a date. Staff was attentive and polite. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Great experience, wonderful bartenders! Drinks were amazing with a great visual of the drink as well. They had some games and some really comfortable chairs! read more

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I came in here a few weeks back but forgot to write a review. Very cool tropical tiki lounge that helped you feel like you escaped for a little while to a different tropical place. They had great drink specials that were very inexpensive. Our bartender, Alison, was amazing and welcoming. I tasted the "painkiller" an oh boy that could be a dangerous drink! But it was delicious. Very tiki like in there and fun. I would love to come back here again. read more

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We decided to stop for drinks on Saturday. The bar was empty so we talked to the bartender who was really nice. I enjoyed my drink, which was a mixture of fruits and rum. I really loved the atmosphere which was fun. I will definitely be back to try more of their drinks. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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This was a fun place to gather friends ore dinner. Loved the vibe and the menu and the staff. We got great service from Ryan the bartender. They have great specials every day . Thursday was $6 daiquiris! I got my summertime drink an Aperol spritz. Which was made perfectly. My friends enjoyed all the fun cocktails on the menu. Some are a bit to sweet for me. They can make you anything though as they have a full bar and wine and beer. The vibe is very much fun, tropical , beach and chill. Great indoor seating and a lovely rooftop patio and a few out front too. Looking for a great place to go with a group I'm glad I found this place... will definitely be back! Always love my casual bars. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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I love vintage sofa lounge so was excited to come home since they have the same owner and one of my favorite bartenders from Vintage is now here! The drinks are great I love that they infuse their own rum which gives you a lot of great flavors for daiquiris. The melon might be my favorite which surprised but it's not as sweet as you would expect and very refreshing. The staff is super friendly. The bar is somewhat dark but very vibrant and cozy at the same time. There's usually a great playlist going but not too loud so can still have conversation. The drink specials and staff will definitely keep me coming! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Drinks were amazing and had a very good selection. I loved their weekend specials which worked out with my budget. Nice location downtown and easy area to park. Bartender was very nice and answered any questions that we had about the drinks and menu. Service was on point. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Looking for a new cocktail bar in the triad to hang out this summer? Bamboo Lounge recently opened on Trade St downtown and it's vibes can't be beat. It's a new concept the same owners as Vintage Sofa Bar so you know it's gotta be good. Their menu is small but sticks to the classic rum cocktails that we all love when we visit a tiki bar in the Caribbean. From their pain killers to their mai tai's everything is well crafted. Don't worry, I'd rum isn't your thing they can make many, many other cocktails too! If you're looking for a little topical paradise but don't want to travel far, stop by for a drink or two. They'll be serving up snacks soon so stay tuned for that menu to launch. read more

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A great addition to downtown Winston Salem. The decor is perfect. It's the right amount of tiki bar/island vibes. The bar is small but they made great use of the space with several different seating options and some areas to stand and congregate. They also have some tables out front also a patio area out back. The drinks are good and reasonably priced. I went on a weekday around the time they were just opening so it wasn't busy, there was about a handful of people in the bar. The bartender was quick with making the drinks and he continued to check on everyone to make. I ordered a rum punch and it was good. It was almost too decorative to drink. All of the drinks have nice presentations, some come in tiki cups and others come in nicely shaped glasses topped with fruit and an umbrella. I can't wait to visit Bamboo Lounge again. read more

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A unique addition to the Winston bar scene! Classic tiki bar vibes and a straightforward menu that hits on a lot of classic tiki cocktails and some unique twists. They even make their own in house rum infusions you can substitute into your cocktail! My drink was the DOA and it was a quality cocktail, nothing spectacular, but I would order it again. read more

Bamboo Lounge - The DOA - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

This is a cool little spot at the end of Trade in Winston. They have a really cool vibe and some excellent mixed drinks. The bar staff are great to talk to and make recommendations! read more

Fantastic atmosphere. Great drink! New favorite place! I hope it becomes my old favorite place! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Bamboo Longe, WS - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Cute little tiki bar with welcoming kind staff that helped us with the drink options. They have outdoor bar tables at the front which is prime spot for people watching! The prices were not bad at all compared to some of the bars around. There is ample seating in the back with cute comfy chairs. Great chill vibes! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

New tiki bar serving up some refreshing tropical cocktails, like mai tai's, rum punch, pain killer; excellent service, the bartenders were great! If you're into drinks filled with fruit garnish, paper umbrellas and fancy tropical swizzle sticks, then this is a place to check out!! Most of what they offer included either the light or dark rum, flavored syrup, fruit juices, and other mixers, they do also include other choices. Their whole atmosphere was decorated to make you feel as if you were really some place tropical! Now i will say it is a bit small, so seating is limited, especially for a big crowd, there really isn't any outdoor seating, but maybe one tall table that sits 3 out in their front entry. Other than that drinks were pretty solid! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Mai tai and rum punch - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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THIS....is what Winston was missing! Location: The front of the business is facing Trade street. The tiki decor makes it easy to spot. Parking: Street parking or some paid lot parking close by....we typically prefer mid/late afternoons when we enjoy some adult beverages so, parking was very easy for us even on a Saturday with all of the other businesses around. I can imagine the evening might be a little more challenging but, if you have an Uber this might be your first and only destination. Vibe: They NAILED the tiki bar vibe. The decor,music, and overall casual yet pleasant atmosphere is a total win! I definitely felt like I was on a vacation somewhere tropical...even before my cocktail consumption lol. Drinks: Another huge win for us they have a full bar and both bartenders seem very experienced in all styles of cocktails. Their specialties are of course their tiki bar cocktails which outdid most I have tried before...great flavor,balance,presentation, and the price was surprisingly reasonable. $10 for house cocktails...average $12 for more specialty items. We had the painkiller, rum punch, and lemon drop martini. We spilt them between the two of us so we could try a variety...we couldn't pick a favorite, but both thought each one had a different flavor punch of its own that was different from others we've tried in the past (a good thing) I noticed alot of fresh squeezed fruits,mint, natural flavors going into them which was a huge bonus. Customer service: Also fantastic! They are very attentive to everyone and kind even when the place got a little busy. We are so happy for this much needed addition to our town and hope to be back soon! read more

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Delicious drinks with great presentation! Such a cool atmosphere, love the tiki vibe and the bartender was awesome and great to talk to! We definitely would come back for the cocktails. The bartender told us they infuse their alcohols with fresh fruits and that was pretty awesome! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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AWESOME place. Fun bartenders, great drinks and contently located downtown WS. Not the traditional watering hole. Has lots of character and unique decor for the area. Great addition to the Downtown scene. Will be back soon. read more

You will feel transported to a cute little tiki bar as soon as you step in, I loved the attention to detail in bringing it to life. Drinks were good and fairly priced. The staff was friendly and made conversation which was nice. We enjoyed the atmosphere and hoping the best to their new business. read more

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If you're looking for a Rum Bar, this is it! I enjoyed the ambience but I wasn't much of a fan of the adult beverages. I think their mocktails are better. Nonetheless, the service is great. The bartender was very friendly and creative with her drinks. They do have a variety of spirits. I value bars that offer mocktails for the times you don't want to indulge in an alcoholic beverage. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Watermelon mojito - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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Quaint and fun new cocktail bar (June 2023). Service is quick and friendly and drinks were outstanding! We ordered the rum punch and it was definitely not your typical watered down punch, it had a nice kick...and was so pretty! Small place but they maximized the seating and the energy was happy!! read more

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I went here on a Friday around 8:00pm until about 10:00pm. The crowds varied, but it was more crowded as I left. It is a small building with limited seating. They have bar seating then various types of tables and chairs. I had a positive experience with the bartenders and never felt I had to fight to get their attention. Our group of 3 only ordered mixed drinks and I believe the prices were not terrible. Overall, I would recommend checking this place out and I loved the bar theme. read more

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One of our new favorites in downtown Winston! Great atmosphere, reasonably priced drinks, friendly staff! We were not looking for a "tiki bar" but this beachy bar is totally low key and fun, not tacky or cliche at all. Lots of Caribbean cocktails available, but also a full service bar so really whatever you'd like. It is a smaller establishment so I can imagine how it'd get too crowded, but we personally had no issue getting a drink or seat. A fun and different way to catch a cocktail downtown. read more

Bamboo Lounge - Pain killer - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Went here last week for a ladies night out and it was so fun! Well I miss having The Tasting Room here the Bamboo Lounge is the perfect replacement!! If you want to feel like you're on vacation without leaving home this is the place! The tropical cocktails are fun and delicious! They did an amazing job decorating the inside and making it feel comfortable but on theme. Since it wasn't busy the bartender Ryan was able to talk to us and he was very nice. He gave us lots of good information about the owner (who also owns the vintage sofa bar) so I guess I'm not surprised that this place is great as well! read more

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I visited the Bamboo Lounge recently for some day drinking on a Friday. The bar opened at 3 pm. It's across from the Silver Moon Saloon on Trade Street. I left totally smitten with the drinks, the atmosphere, and the service. The lounge is a comfortable space, with a choice of seating: at the bar, in comfortable woven high-back chairs; high tables in front; and upholstered seating in the back. The walls have green botanical wallpaper and paneling that looks like dark-stained bamboo. And the drinks. Y'all. ... If you have been disappointed at other bars with a a top shelf drink served with a dried-out lime wedge, bring your weary mouth to Bamboo for refreshment. The house drinks are $10, reasonable considering how much effort goes into the drink. The drinks taste as good as they look. The bartender explained that the bar not only creates its own juice mixes, the house rum is a mixture of several rums. The house drinks are not sickly sweet "frou frou" drinks. They are worthy of savoring. The first drink I ordered, rum punch, had 4 pieces of beautiful, delicious fruit, a paper umbrella and a green stripe paper straw. The rum punch was impressive, and the dark daiquiri was even better. It's lime juice, rum, and Demerara sugar. My friend wanted tequila and the bartender created drinks that were so good, I was envious I didn't order them. I don't know if I've ever seen a bar that is so meticulous with presentation. At other bars, you're lucky to get a drink in a clean glass; or maybe you just order a beer because it's faster (you hope) and cheaper. Bamboo Lounge is a whole 'nother universe. It's a welcome change of pace. It's become a cliché for bars to boast on their menus about "hand crafted cocktails." Bamboo Lounge walks the walk. read more

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The decor was just what I expected and I loved it! Comfortable seating and there's also a small rooftop patio. The bartender was prompt and friendly. Cocktail list had a variety of fun cocktails served in cute tiki/island glassware. Will visit again! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

I visited Bamboo Lounge tonight and honestly I've been trying to get in there since the opening date. Let me just say it did not disappoint they definitely lived up to my expectations. I loved that the music also matched the overall tiki bar theme. The cocktails were very well balanced and refreshing for a very reasonable price considering the location and that it's a great looking cocktail too. The service was great as well. I will say it's not very spacious but for a Sunday night to catch up with a couple of friends its just the spot. I will definitely be coming back on a Friday or Saturday to see the vibe ! The parking is not too bad you can either park on the street or in the paybyphone parking that's right across the street next to silver moon. read more

Bamboo Lounge - QUEENS PARK SWIZZLE & PAINKILLER - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The drinks were very good here. The service was excellent. The bartenders were very personable and engaging. They even made us a requested cocktail! The tiki themed decor was so fun and unique to downtown Winston! read more

Bamboo Lounge - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Finally, a good, down to earth, reasonably priced cocktail bar. They do beachy, Caribbean style cocktails with some of the classics, mai tai, pain killer, rum punch, they have it all. People normally cringe when you say Tiki bar but they are one and they have done it just right. It's classy, the cocktails are strong and superbly balanced. As a 20 year veteran of the industry, I'm very picky about my cocktails but they know their stuff. The owner used to work for pussers rum if that tells you anything. The bartender is great, full of knowledge about the cocktails and all sorts of fascinating things. The mood is casual but classy, the drinks are very reasonably priced for how well they're presented, they have the fun tiki glasses, their strong paper straws look like bamboo sticks, they have the little umbrellas and everything. The music is laid back pop reggae (the nice kind of reggae) and they even have their own house rum blend which is very tasty. You will miss out if you don't at least try it once. read more

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This bar is so unique and something new to Winston-Salem! If you love rum, this is the place for you as they specialize in tropical rum drinks. The ambiance of the bar is also just so unique and will transport you to a tropical island. If you love the tiki cup your drink comes in, you can even buy it to take home! read more

My husband and I love tiki bars and we were so stoked when we heard a new one just opened in Winston Salem! We drove over from Greensboro and it was well worth the trip. I loved the tropical ambiance and all of the little details, even in the bathrooms. They also played my favorite reggae music which put me in the best mood. The bartenders were all so friendly and knowledgeable. They had a great selection of rums as well. We tried the Jungle Bird, Dark Daiquiri, Mai Tai, Queen's Park Swizzle, and a bonus passion fruit daiquiri. They were all fantastic and well balanced. They even can make most of their menu without alcohol. I loved the attention to detail with the special garnishes (I'm a sucker for good garnishes!) and the different tiki mugs. They don't have their own mugs yet, but hopefully will in the future so I can add to my collection. We can't wait to visit again- I'd love to see a zombie on the menu! read more

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Small and cozy,we loved the island feel.. a little pricy, but drinks were good Charcuterie board was a disappointment read more

Solid drink builds, the classic tiki method plus some strong enhancements. Decor is premium and tiki-centric/tropical. Bartender is well-versed, attentive, and master craftsman. Appreciate the simple menu approach (about 6 drinks only) and same $10 price across the board- makes sense for Winston. Would like to see black-out windows to make it more escapist/traditional, and exotica music as background vs the rock music that was playing. Otherwise perfect in every way! So glad they are here. read more