I was excited to try Killer Queen for a downtown girls' night. We don't make it downtown very…read moreoften, so I've been enjoying exploring some of Durham's newer spots -- and this one was absolutely worth the visit. The wine list is broad and thoughtfully curated, with options that feel approachable whether you're a casual wine drinker or someone looking to try something new. The sommeliers were welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us find something we loved. The space itself is adorable, with eclectic décor and cozy lighting that makes it easy to settle in and stay awhile. It's a great spot for conversation and a relaxed evening with friends. The only downside is that the space is fairly small, and I would have loved to see one or two more lower seating options for small groups rather than mostly high tops. That said, I could absolutely see us coming back for a pre- or post-theater glass of wine or an easy catch-up night.

Love this place! It's definitely a bit on the pricey side when it comes to the wine, but the…read moreoverall experience makes up for it. The service is awesome--our server was super friendly and gave me a great drink recommendation when I wasn't sure what I wanted. It ended up being perfect. My friend and I shared a glass of the 2023 Cederberg Bukettraube (sweet white wine) and got the charcuterie board for one with the truffle salami. That board was so good--I can't stop thinking about it. The toasted baguette slices with truffle salami and mustard? Unreal. It was the perfect little snack to share. We also had the citrus lavender crème brûlée, which was surprisingly delicious. I don't usually go for crème brûlée, but this one was light, not overly sweet, and just had a really nice flavor. I've also tried their shepherd's pie before and loved it--wish it was still on the menu! The vibe inside is moody and cozy, and they've got a cute outdoor patio too. Overall, such a great spot. A little pricey, but I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend checking out Killer Queen.

Super cute spot with really good cocktails and speakeasy vibes. All of the bartenders have been…read morefantastic but we really enjoyed our experience with Darren. If you are in the Wake Forest area, check this spot out. Cheers!

Fantastic craft cocktail bar in Wake Forest! It has a gorgeous art deco vibe: comfy chairs, velvet…read morecurtains, dark walls, geometric wall paper, sexy lighting. The drinks were delicious too! We will be back!

Nice wine selections. Nice place to sit and have a glass or a bottle of wine. Small business and…read morethe owner is very friendly and knowledgeable

Amazing service. The lady at the front couldn't be more helpful and kind. She made great…read morerecommendations and let us try wines. It smells wonderful inside and has great indoor and outdoor options. This is a great spot to relax and grab a drink.

Bottom line: HomeSlice Tavern is a pretty nice place to grab a drink in Youngsville. Attractive…read moreaesthetics, spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and good service. The Deets: I got to try out the new HomeSlice Tavern up in Youngsville during their soft opening period recently. First of all, the aesthetics are what draw you in...a neatly renovated house with an inviting open door (see the pics I nabbed). Inside is a good open space with tables, the bar, and a large access to the outside area in back. There are a few electronic games available to play inside and a electronic jukebox on the wall near the bar. Mentioning the bar, a full bar awaits on the right when entering the front with one end of it adjacent to the outside area...and that outside area! Large, well groomed, with picnic tables/high tops to use but a very wide open enough space to enjoy (again, check those pics out I made). I noted a food truck at the very back of this open outside space, which I overheard one of the bartenders tell a patron that would be serving pizza starting a bit later in the month (May 2023). The bar has a good variety of alcohol/beer/wine with a small dedicated cocktail menu (possible suggestion...?maybe some "zero proof" alcohol choices and sugar free Red Bull to go with the regular Red Bull choice?). The bartenders were nice and attentive during my visit with good service, and as the afternoon went on there was a fairly good crowd building up to check out the place. My first impressions of HomeSlice Tavern are good ones, and I will hopefully enjoy more visits here in the future.

Ordering is 1958 grandma might make it. Good grief what an antiquated process for people who want…read moreto eat their food. Dear Lords, may I have a pickle. Gross

I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food lived up to my expectations. The fried duck ravioli was…read morepretty good. It had a solid crunch out the outside and it was still flavorful and rich on the inside. The steak was exceptional. Perfectly booked medium rare throughout with a perfect sear. The cheesecake was the only thing I was a little disappointed by. It was good, but it wasn't cheesecake. It was pretty much just cake with a tiny bit of cheese filling. The service was good. Our server and the manager were pretty attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was nice, your typical upscale steakhouse. I didn't get a chance to go into the speak easy but from what I saw it seemed like it'd be a really fun place to grab a drink

Every bite of the March Wine Dinner was pure magic. Chef Paul truly outdid himself with the…read more4-course pairing. I was so obsessed with the food that I only walked away with two photos--I was too busy enjoying the moment! Can't wait to come back for another round. Such a gem in Wake Forest!

Such a cute spot. The service was amazing and the host was great! Also, black owned which is a plus…read morefor me. The decor is very chic and picture friendly.

What could be better than one delicious wine slushy? THURSDAY NIGHT BOGO WINE SLUSHIES FROM…read moremelanatedwine . This black owned wine shop is located in Durham, North Carolina and offers great wine specials as well as charcuterie trays. We had such a phenomenal experience melanatedwine hanging out with my foodie buddies all while sipping on tasty strawberry/ mango swirled wine slushies. The chill atmosphere, tasty drinks, and fantastic customer service will definitely bring us back.

I visited Burnt Barrel during the Oktoberville Fest. There…read morewas live music and a few stands with local artisans. I went inside to browse the bar as well as what they sold to take home. I have been looking everywhere for Mead and this place has quite a few options!! They also had craft beer for sale which is always a plus. My husband and I ordered a few drinks from the bar and enjoyed all of our choices. Though the bar was busy, service was quick and attentive. There was a ton of indoor and outdoor seating, not including the extra tables and chairs that were brought out for the festival. I will most definitely be back when the time comes! I mean, now that I know that they sell mead, I have to come back!

I've seen a couple of the last reviews are trashing this place solely on their experiences with…read moretrivia night. Well, we came here last night and had a good time! The host was fine, the bartender was fine, there was a nice crowd and it appeared everyone enjoyed themselves. I didn't observe any rudeness on the part of the staff or other patrons. So that's the Monday trivia review. On to the place itself. It's a nice bottle shop and bar in Youngsville. They have a nice selection of beer and wine (on tap and to go) and offer some small snack items when a food truck or the "empanada lady" isn't there. I've been here twice in the last month and both experiences were positive!! It will be the occasional stop in Youngsville when I'm up that way. Check them out if you happen to be in the area.

The inside of this place is really cool and neat. We loved the live painting and music. Lots of fun…read moredecor-- skeleton keys, playbills, theater posters. They had a small section for books and things. It was neat. The tables are really small and the drinks were just okay. We had 6 with us and it wasn't great for a crowd. Maybe only 2-4 would be better.

I absolutely love this place!! I am obsessed with skeleton keys and skeleton decor so I absolutely…read morelove all of the decor. It is such a cool vibe and such a beautiful laid back atmosphere. They have a great cocktail menu and all of the drinks I've tried have been delicious. The bartenders are friendly and do a great job waiting on a full bar of people. I really love the little gift shop. We bought some really cool books there and they have great games and other gift items for purchase. They also have a fun assortment of motel key type keychains. I so wish this place was closer to my house as my husband and I would like to hang out there all the time.