I first got to try Blackbird at a Halloween Yelp event, where they brough about half a dozen of the…read morebeers for us to try. I was impressed with so many of them, that I knew I had to make the journey from Raleigh to Wake Forest. On a chilly Saturday afternoon, I took the lone remaining seat at the bar. The service was incredible friendly (Cheers!) and they let me try 4 samples, which was very much appreciated. My favorites were the Juicy January and and the Yellow Submarine, both are Hazy IPAs. The JJ had hints of creamy pineapple in it, refreshing without being too light. The YS tasted a little more balanced, a really good all around beer. The Where I Belong was also good, this one leaned a little more towards West Coast, but it didn't have a strong piney taste like a lot of West Coasts can. I even noticed hints of caramel in it as well, which helped to counter the hops. There are several TVs and they'll put on just about any game you request. Also if you're into pumpkin beer, try the Pumpkin Amber when it's around. It's a Top 3 pumpkin beer that I've ever tried, and I've tried at least 25.

The low down:This place never disappoints! The customer service is consistently friendly and…read morewelcoming, and the beer and wine selection is fantastic--there's truly something for everyone. Tonight was extra special thanks to the incredible live music by JT Parrothead. The energy, talent, and atmosphere made for such a fun and memorable evening. Great drinks, great people, and great music all in one spot--what more could you ask for? We'll absolutely be back!

Great choice of beers. Nice place to have a micro brew. Staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Come…read moreback for sure.

I was finally able to step into The Salty Turtle Taproom at 13100 Falls of Neuse Rd, Raleigh. I've…read morepassed it several times before but was glad to finally be able to stop in and enjoy. Inside, the space is wide open. Outside offers sun, breeze, and regular live music. The staff was warm, friednly, and guided u through a tap list that seemed fairly large for such a small spot. There were also a few mocktails for good measure. I'm a dark beer drinker, so went straight for Swingbridge, their Breakfast Stout. Rich with roasty coffee, soft vanilla, and a bit of baking chocolate. Exactly what I wanted. My partner's watermelon mojito mocktail was bright and refreshing, and she loved it. We left knowing we'll be back. It for sure is a spot built for staying a while, not just stopping by. THank You Salty Turtle!

Came to an event here and this place was a vibe! The owner was walking around greeting people and…read morebeing so helpful! The drinks were great and very affordable. There is plenty of free parking and seating indoor and outdoor. Will definitely return.

Came here for an adoption event Lonerider hosted for TriBeagles, which seems to be a regular event…read more So, we bought some drinks and left with two new dogs. Lonerider was very accommodating and accessible for both humans and dogs. Let's talk about beer and cocktails. As I was DD, you'll have to take my spouse's word for the beer. He enjoyed a couple of IPA's on the menu, and they very kindly made me a mocktail for half the price (which I'm grateful for as the drive back to Northern VA is kind of long, and I don't need to get pulled over with two newly adopted beagles already scared for their lives.) The outlaw extra menu, which is made up of specialty kegs on tap, also had a good variety on it. The big screen with all the different beers currently available is pretty cool. And I like that there's a fridge stocked up with take home beers, too. Plenty of parking outside. The beer garden was packed full of people and dogs and pop-up shops, still with room to sit and enjoy a beer or two. Inside there was plenty of seating and room to move around without stepping on any paws. I love that a portion of the proceeds from these events always goes back to TriBeagles, and I'm thankful for local businesses supporting these precious dogs in finding homes by providing event space. I wish we lived closer, Lonerider. We'd be here all the time.

Jess our waitress gave us an overview of some favorites on the menu and wow.... We benefited from…read moreher knowledge. I enjoyed the House Hibachi with salmon and hubby enjoyed the Wagu Texan burger. The bar is louder but we enjoyed a booth on the quieter side. Everything was delicious and a beer hit the spot too. Be sure to ask for Jess.

Gatehouse Tavern is located in the Gateway Commons shopping center. Lowe's Foods is the anchor…read more Parking tends to be hard to find near the restaurant, so more spaces are available if you park closer to the grocery store. The sports bar is divided into two sections: a dining room with tables and booths, and a bar with high-top seating. The restaurant was fairly quiet until the karaoke was about to start. Then it seemed like you needed to scream to hear a conversation. They also have trivia nights, so that likely isn't as loud. I ordered the Wagyu Burger, and it was cooked to order and delicious. The mashed potatoes for the side were lukewarm and rather dry and bland. The way they were presented at the table made it seem as if they were meant to go with something, like butter or gravy. I would not recommend the mashed potatoes, but the burger was delicious. The sweet potato fries, another had as a side, looked good, as did a salad. Service seemed good at first with the drink and food orders. But once the food was brought out, I don't think we saw the waitress again until it was time for the checks. A bill with a credit card for another guest at a different table was even brought out with the processed checks. So make sure you get the correct credit card back.

The lowdown: This is a small bar for a small town but offers a lot. This small bar offers 6…read moretelevisions, lots of bourbon choices, a handful of beers on tap. Fun fact: pinball machine for fifty cents, dart boards and a pool table along w some video gambling machines. Trivia on Wednesday nights. Decided to check out Main Street Tavern since it's in walking distance to my house. Walking in I immediately felt a friendly "home" vibe. I felt like these strangers were already my friends even though we didn't say a word to each other. There were a variety of ages ( seems like late 20 and up) primarily middle age looking patrons. There was 1 bartender but she seemed more than able to handle herself behind the bar. If you want food, you'll have to bring it in from elsewhere, but it was a good experience, and I want to check it out for trivia night one Wednesday.

Wonderful entertainment our guy is simply the best. I see him whenever he plays and will continue…read moreto do so

Very solid brewery making excellent beer. Staff is awesome and the space is incredible. I do wish…read morethey had a kitchen, but they often have food trucks that park out front. 100% worth your time. If you're in the area and you're thirsty, stop and have a beer. Full bar is available.

Nice taproom, good classic rock music track, and some amazingly good beer. Hefeweizen actually…read moretasted like a German Hefe. The Russian imperial stout (aged in bourbon barrels) was awesome.... And I don't say awesome often!!! I'll have to tell you about the other beers another time... the Russian Stout was 14%.

I work at Lowe's and Wicked Links has a stand outside every day. I get the Italian sausage…read morebutterflied with spicy mustard and grilled onions and peppers. It is to die for! Hotdogs are Sabrettes and also excellent. The guys are very friendly too!

A solid hot dog spot. The sausage was flavorful, and the bun was toasted perfectly. Slightly…read moreoverpriced, but still worth it!

One of the best beer selections I've ever seen. Excellent draft a the bartender Brian is great at…read morehelping you find what you like! I will be back.

What a cool spot! I found this off a Reddit thread and I honestly would have never known otherwise…read more It's located in a tucked away strip mall off Litchford, it has a big patio but inside it has walls of whisky (the largest collection in the southeast apparently). We grabbed a few spots at the bar and live music was playing outside on this beautiful evening, lots of families buzzing around. The bartenders were really good, knowledgeable, and on it. I had the cocktail of the week which was a gin and Prosecco concoction and hubby had draft pumpkinhead, it's the season. Both good choices! They have TVs if you want to watch the game and big tables to just chill. I'm assuming you can bring in food too from the nearby spots. Overall loved this hidden gem! We will be back!