We pop in for bingo (second Tuesday of the month) and always have a great time!…read more Parking can be a bit of a challenge, so I often find myself parking across the street, though I'm usually going at a busier time. The bar is divey, and you can find very cheap drinks, especially if you go for the daily specials. The bartenders are nice - beware that they do keep your card if you keep your tab open - and seem to know the regulars. In addition to monthly bingo, they seem to host drag events, have video games and board games available to play, as well as several TVs. Plus, dogs can go inside and out. The bar does not serve food, though usually there is a vendor there. Looking forward to next month!

Part neighborhood pub, part dive bar, Hattie's has a reputation as a hipster hang out (I don't mean…read morethat in a bad way but I know some may take it that way). There is no food but they have cheap drinks, old school games, a spacious patio, and they host cool events like bingo night. Their motto is "Mind your P's and Q's" which I found amusing. I have only been in a few times so I can comment on if their patrons typically adhere to this code of conduct! Overall I think it is worth checking out if you've never been and maybe it will grab you and you will want to become a regular. Me personally it's a little out of the way to become a regular haunt located in between Plaza and NoDa but not walking distance from either. Also it's not that the service was ever unfriendly but I just didn't feel like it was my vibe. Still a cool bar though and I can see why other enjoy it.

I had an enjoyable experience. I ordered the NYC falafel which, although it could be a bit larger,…read morewas very good. The default side was fries and I asked if there were any substitutions. One was a small side Caesar salad which I got. I was disappointed in the continuing practice for restaurants to charge for small changes like this within informing the customer. Waitress was very nice, however and attentive. What is also quite unique about the restaurant was that you could order small 4 oz beers, just for tasting at $2-3 each. The place is quite large and must get incredibly noisy at times with the hard surfaces and multiple TVs. There is an option to sit directly at the bar or at tables.

The Degenerate is a cool, industrially designed space featuring great bites and drinks. What I love…read moremost is that the menu puts a unique spin on a lot of traditional, classic items. If you are looking for recommendations, I highly suggest trying: The Meatballs: A fantastic twist on a classic, served in a delicious lemon dill sauce instead of a typical marinara. The Sliders: Perfect pulled pork paired with fried green tomatoes and a tangy horseradish sauce. They also feature a highly creative and unique cocktail menu. Two of my personal standouts are the Beetle Juice, which incorporates fresh beet juice, and The Fishbone, which brilliantly highlights their house-made aquavit. Overall, it's a wonderful spot for a great atmosphere and an inventive menu!

I love, love, love a dive bar so the fact that the Thirsty Beaver has decline several multi-million…read moredollar real estate developer offers to buy their land makes me over the moon about them! Service and vibes have always been great. Seen great bands here, had awesome conversations, and just reading the wall signs is a treat but not for the sensitive. Affordable drinks and great vibes what else could you ask for!!!!!

A dive bar of dive bars, the Thirsty Beaver is the place to go for cheap beer and cheap drinks in…read morePlaza Midwood. It's quite the hangout complete with jukebox full of classic old tunes. Full of character and charm where you can hangout and no one cares. Yes, this is the spot where Mick Jagger popped in when the Rolling Stones tour passed through Charlotte and he was either not recognized or people truly didn't care. Parking is a serious PITA. We pregamed across the street at Moo & Brew, leaving the car there before coming here.

Real talk, the best espresso martini I've ever had. Giddy Goat I think it was called here…read more.. Solid selection of spirits and beers/cider. I like that they had Magner's on draft, and of course no Irish pub is complete without a Guinness. Good selection of food, but we went with a bunch of starters- sliders, chips, sausage roll, and fried pickle okra. Okra was a favorite. The slider was delicious!! Chips were good, though they were thick-cut potatoes like wedges, so I wish they could've been a bit crispier. I wasn't a fan of the sausage roll, but my friend liked it. Great service, we were checked on frequently. It's a loud spot in the later hours, but that martini was so good I made my friend go back the next night to get another.

This place absolutely nails the Irish pub vibe in the best way possible. The atmosphere is warm,…read morelively, and inviting, and the bar area is especially great. Having the open roof adds such a cool touch and makes it a fun spot to hang out. The espresso martinis are killer and definitely worth ordering. And the fries with aioli? Easily one of my favorite parts of the meal, they are impossible to stop eating. Overall, it's a great spot for drinks, good food, and a fun pub atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.

Found this gem of a cocktail bar last minute. To be honest, I feel embarrassed that I haven't come…read morehere yet. They've been here 2.5 years and from my first experience , they are absolutely crushing it. Dim lighting, beautiful bar design in a smaller space, and 90's-2000's hip hop was the perfect mix for a chill Friday night. Niaget took care of us at the bar (please forgive me if I got the spelling wrong!) and she is clearly a well trained mixologist. Cocktail menu is unique and the ingredients might seem a little far out, but trust the process. The drink pictured below was a bourbon-based (Old Forrester) custom cocktail that Niaget threw together. Hints of pineapple & mint mixed with my favorite brand bourbon made this an honest treat. I will be tossing this cocktail bar onto my favorites list and can't wait to go back.

Came here for drinks after dinner. It's a small, intimate space so I would suggest making a…read morereservation to claim your spot. We were a walk in but were able to score a table outside which was perfect. The drinks are good and the staff members work as a team so there's not one primary waitress. I ordered a custom drink where I told the server what I liked and the bartender created something based on my likes. It was a "fruity" tequila based drink and I enjoyed it. We were given a bowl of complementary kettle corn to enjoy with our drinks. The music was a mix of r&b and hip hop and was loud enough to vibe but didn't overpower the conversations. Random Notes: Parking is validated and the hidden bathroom was so cute. The inside is perfect for selfies lol.

Had such an amazing time here! Staff is warm & welcoming. Fun drinks & games. If you're looking for…read morea chill spot with good vibes, I highly recommend this one.

Good vibes . Fast service . Live band playing . Really cool drinks . Late night vibesread more

Had the pleasure of bringing a newly 21-year-old here for drinks. She wanted to try some fun drinks…read moreand fun drinks did she try. She really likes the Lavender Gin Fizz but did not like the Jalapeño Lime Margarita. She thought it was too spicy. It tasted fine to me maybe it the uncultured 21 year old palette. Her absolute favorite was the Pineapple Soju drink. She drank several shots. I sampled the Soju drink and enjoyed it. I love that it comes in a beaker and you get to pour it into smaller beaker shot glasses! So cute. For my main drink, I got the strawberry mule. It was very refreshing and made well. Labaratory 2315 N Davidson St Charlotte, NC 28205 (Review 28 in 2024 and 828 overall)

The drink menu at Laboratory is so much fun. I already know what I want to try the next time I go…read more The staff was very friendly and made me feel like apart of the family. The bartender, Crista, was a vibe. She was so funny and attentive. I had the strawberry jackass and the atomic spritz. I wanted to try the spiked bubble tea but after the first 2 drinks, I had to pump my brakes. I highly recommend this experience.

Tommy's Pub is a total hidden gem located in a shopping center along Eastway Drive! They are an…read moreIrish Pub and can pour a great Guinness to back it up. While I'm told they do have traditional Irish bands come in, they host a wide variety of events and musical acts from Punk Rock Night, to EDM DJs, to bingo nights, they welcome all sorts and find a wide variety of ways to have a good time! I came in on a weekend day after running some errands in the area and looking for a nice cool place to relax and have a beer. There was a good crowd of locals who all seemed to know one another as well as the bartender, but despite not being a regular I felt right at home. Both the bartenders and the patrons were very friendly and the atmosphere was enjoyable. I wish I lived closer because I could easily see myself becoming a regular. If you're looking for an unpretentious place to sit and enjoy some adult beverages then look no further.

Unpretentious little bar that is very welcoming and lots of interesting people…read more Love it!

Great little neighborhood bar in plaza midwood, with an amazing playlist, 59 hrs long !! Also great…read moredrinks ! We came to grab a drink after a concert, found a spot at the bar. Interesting menu for cocktails. Very unusual and unique recipes. With down ingredients I've never heard of. Definitely crafting their cocktails. Service was great, the owner sits at the bar with customers which was cool. We scanned the menu but stuck to the classic Negroni which was made perfectly and their version of an espresso martini made with salted coconut foam. A very strong drink and I loved that foam! Good take on it. We had a great time enjoying our cocktails and listening to the music amongst our own conversations. Nice and chill place to hang out . Inside was cool with great artwork. They also had a patio too. I was glad to see they stayed busy til they closed at 1am. Really enjoyed finally checking this place out.

Lots to choose from on the menu. Came for the espresso martini, but it wasn't it for us. The fernet…read morebranca was off-putting. Definitely a unique take, but I didn't like the menthol/minty flavor. The peach beach drink was fun, but would've loved to see it just on the rocks & not frozen (perhaps an option?) - fun little beach ball stress ball on it, though! The staff was friendly and informative, as well as attentive. Also, the cheez-its were delicious as a snack. Cool spot for a cocktail with friends or a date. Room at the bar and tables, plus outdoor seating. Not sure the status on the pool table if you have to pay per game, but they do have one.

2Buck is ur quintessential dive bar w/the crowds, staff, interior, patio, and prkg to give it the…read morestreet cred it doesn't need. Part pool hall, part country bar, part Plaza watering hole this place is def an acquired taste but once u get the hankerin' it's all u'll ever crave when you're in Plaza and the Beaver is overcrowded. Bar staff here is zero fuchs but fabulous w/pours that would cost u dbl elsewhere...the PBR is coldAF on draft, the HighLife is in cans and the whole pickles are bodega level delicious! They don't serve food but they often have a food truck in the lot. Come for the cheap drinks, people-watching, great patio sittin' (if it's not hot or raining) and Cards Against Humanity level Jenga then stay for the women's restroom line (cuz there always is one). But seriously, GTFO when it's last call; the staff wants to goTFH... Oh and understand the assignment...don't bring the Finance/DoucheBro or Woo Gurl crowd here...let them keep the bars on Central...k, cool? Cu there!

I went last Saturday night to the location on Monroe rd and had 5 PBR over about 2hr. $2 each on…read moredraft. I paid my 11 dollars and change on a credit card and asked for change from a $20 and left $4 on the bar as a tip and walked home. Today I see a charge for $25. I will dispute it as soon as it posts. I will not be back.