I've been here a few times now. My understanding is it's had some changes from its old look and…read moreappearance. I can't really speak to that as I've only ever seen the current "version ". Personally I like the decor. It's kind of got a kitschy almost hipster vibe, but in a good way. Disco balls, plants galore and Bob Ross constantly on TV. I think it's pretty cool and a funny laid back place to hang out. My only mild criticisms would be for the price some of the spritzes and cocktails were not quite as impressive/fancy as I'd expected. But overall they still have a good beer selection and great staff so that makes up for any other shortcomings. Overall would recommend checking out especially if you live nearby.

Great hidden gem! I came to catch up with a friend on a Friday around 10pm. It was not crowded and…read morelucky for me it was half off wine night! I had a glass of bubbly and I also got a salted caramel porter to try later, even though beer isn't really my thing but salted caramel I can't resist! Great vibes, menu, and an all around relaxing time. Parking can be a little tricky since it's in a residential area but I would definitely return.

This bar is One of my favorite bars in the city!!! Service is always great, Best Bartenders around…read more Never a long wait to receive your drinks. Regulars are very nice. Never closed. Open rain, sleet, or snow!!! No food but ask for a hungry menu call order in and they deliver it to you. Thirsty Bartenders do not work at hungry... lol... so if they forget the ranch you have to walk over or call lol

I would say this is easily the worst bar in Winston. The noise is way too loud and food is mediocre…read moreat best. Plus makes living downtown a nightmare due to constant yelling during weekday nights.

If you are looking for a unique experience.. with a good vibe, great bartender and stellar…read moredecorations!! This is the spot for you!! You will feel like you are out of this galaxy! They don't serve food but who cares when you are hanging out in galactic vibe.

Nice dive bar. The patrons like to talk to one another. Small and gothic. This is where the heads…read morehang out!

We rented the upstairs space for a corporate event. We had an open bar, a large charcuterie board,…read moreand a full catered meal with burger sliders, roasted brussel sprouts, Mac-n-cheese, crab stuffed mushrooms, and desserts brought in by Cheesecakes by Alex. We had 35 guests. The room had just the right amount of seating for groups of people to visit with each other comfortably. The restroom was conveniently upstairs. We had two bartenders taking GREAT CARE of us the entire time! I really cannot say enough about how wonderful our experience was at Joyner's Bar! If we put on another social gathering, we will definitely rent their space and order their catering again. The open bar was a nice touch everyone appreciated! MOST SINCERELY!

I would recommend spending a few extra dollars and going to a bar that takes customer safety more…read moreseriously. In my experience, this wasn't a place where I felt safe. My husband was assaulted inside the bar, and the people responsible left before police arrived. To make matters worse, we were told the cameras only livestream and do not record, which was incredibly frustrating because it meant there was no recorded footage available to help identify the people involved. Everyone deserves to enjoy a night out without worrying about their safety. Based on our experience, I would choose a bar with better security measures and recorded surveillance instead.

10/10 recommend. Great games at a decent price, good decor, better vibes. Lily provided awesome…read moreservice.

Drinks games anyone...this place is a hidden gems. The service was excellent. Please note great…read moreplace for drinks and games. We enjoyed cocktails while playing pool (free). Although we were global Travellers we were welcomed and made to feel at home.

For a Friday night, it was surprisingly quiet when we walked in--but to be fair, it was close to…read more11:00 PM, so maybe it gets livelier earlier or later. A few people were playing card games at one table, others were hanging out near the pool table, and a handful were just vibing to the music at the bar. They have an extensive beer list and some fun New Orleans-style tropical cocktails. I was happy to see an Aperol Spritz on the menu--and it was made properly, so I ended up ordering a second one. It seemed like a few friends of the bartender came in and started picking the music, which shifted into a mix of dance tracks and rap. The vibe fizzled out a bit after that, so we decided to head out. Overall, it could be fun little spot, we will check back later. If you're in the area and miss Hoots Brewery, definitely check out Bar Nola. I can only imagine how great their Mardi Gras party must be or Super Bowl day. On the other end of the building, there's a huge open space with beautiful hardwood floors and a another bar. It looks like the kind of venue where you could easily host a party with a live band--maybe they even rent it out for weddings or holiday events, though I'm not sure if it's officially part of the bar. There's also a large outdoor area with a TV and an uncovered bar, but since it was cold last night, everyone stayed inside. It seems like you can take your drinks out into the alleyway between the two buildings. Definitely a beautiful area to be when the weather is nice.

We stopped in the bamboo lounge on a whim while we were just doing a little bar crawling in…read moredowntown 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.

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

Easy Talk on Broad Street is such a vibe. It's definitely a hidden gem, small and tucked away,but…read morethe aesthetic alone makes it worth finding. The atmosphere is super chill and intimate, perfect for a relaxed night out. The bartenders were amazing, incredibly nice, welcoming, and very knowledgeable. They took the time to talk with us and even told us about their Sunday bar school, where you can learn how to make a few drinks,which I thought was such a cool and unique touch. Overall, I absolutely loved my experience here. Great drinks, great people, and an all-around great vibe. If you're looking for a laid-back bar with character and personality, Easy Talk is the place to go.

Love love loved this bar!…read more So glad a friend too me to visit. We went to the upstairs bar and met a great bartender. They have many drink options but my favorite is allowing the bartender to curate a drink for you based on your favorites. There are a few ways to curate a drink-the dice roll, the question, and the dealer's choice. My suggestion is if you're there to take a chance and give it a try. I had an amazing drink and an amazing time. I loved the outdoor seating too. So cute and definitely a must visit.

This restaurant is expensive, but worth ever penny…read more We had James River, Virginia and Salty Bonet, North Carolina, oysters. My daughter had the Elk special. I had octopus and bacon wrapped scallops. Service was great. Food delicious.,It is a beautiful restaurant with a railroad theme., Again, this is a great find near Old Salem.

Why does this not have a yelp page !!!??? Well it does now ! Part of sage and salt this is a place…read moreof its own though as well. I actually found I liked this place much better for many reasons. Much more room as far as tables and bar area go. Great atmosphere and better service. Also come take a look at this bar... it's awesome! I love the wood they use throughout the restaurant and just the feel of the place is classy. You can get your sage and salt food here too plus they have a fantastic raw bar here. A terrific drinks menu and a pretty amazing wine list. Also take in the wine cellar when you walk in. Not many places in Winston have one like that. They have wine by the glass on the menu but ask for that wine list it's pretty nice. We got a bottle of the petit Syrah recommended by their wine guy who came and asked us what we wanted and came up with the bottle with our price point. This bottle will be in my to find list as it was really good and smooth and went with our meal so well. Not bad for the $70. We tried the bread service which comes with good butter, tapenade and a tomato Pesto. Loved the crunchy whole grain! Nice cornbread too and a white bread. Also the crunchy twice battered fries are a must! So they have several types of oysters, we went with four different ones out fantastic server Katherine talked about. These were all served on ice with cocktail sauce, hot sauce, lemon, mignonette and a hot mustard . Each one was so different. Loved each one and they were all kinda meaty. Even the smaller shell ones. They were shucked perfectly and we had little to do but dress them up and slurp them ! Most are North Carolina oysters and they have a nice variety. Enjoyed this course very much! They also have a skewers menu with some meat, fish and veggie options. This was fun to pick out ... we tried the octopus and the special of the day was the swordfish so that sounded really good. These were also another hit on the palate. The octopus was cooked well and I feel like they gave us a little extra :)... swordfish was so good, had a citrus marinade and pickled onions and an avocado mousse. Nice flaky fish. Loved these skewers. We rounded it all off with the caramel cheesecake which was of course awesome. Creamy, great crust, solid slice, with a caramel drizzle and citrus and mint on top. Couldn't ask for a better end. Well except for those espresso martinis! The Station was a total surprise and one I shall be returning to . They have live music on Friday and Saturday, would recommend reservations those nights. You have to call sage and salt for reservations... it's a little confusing as there isn't really a website for The station. Great meal our first time. you definitely taste the freshness.

Dram & Draught is one of my favorite spots for bourbon and whiskey in Winston. They have an…read moreimpressive selection with everything from everyday pours to harder-to-find bottles, and the bartenders are knowledgeable without being pretentious. They were happy to answer questions and make recommendations based on what I enjoy. The atmosphere is warm, relaxed, and perfect for catching up with friends or watching a game. The drink menu has something for everyone, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. If you're a bourbon lover--or just looking for a great cocktail bar with a welcoming vibe--this place is definitely worth checking out. Go once a week at this point!

We visited on a Friday evening and traffic was very light. We walked right up to the bar and sat…read moredown, service was attended right away. Offered things on the menu as well as the special menu. The QR code offers extra items to order. The bartenders took very great care of us, the drinks were wonderful. We got the whiskey flights and they were made perfect. Great way to sample different brands and flavors. Love the date night scene inside. Very clean and chill.