As the advertisement goes, "like, if a dive bar were a girl." That pretty much sums it up…read more Stella is a cool, eclectic and a bit off beat. The bar has a bit of punk rock charm as I would put it. The interior is decorated as such with kitschy decor and old vinyl album covers mostly of 70s and 80s rock artists, again pretty cool. It is right next door to Lagana where we had dinner and so we stopped in for a drink before heading home. My wife had an Aperol Spritz and I had a Woodford Old Fashioned. It was ok and I believe I make a better one. Anyway, Stella is unique and a cool neighborhood type of place to hangout prior or after eating dinner in the area. You also can take your drinks to the outdoor seating.

A fun little spot perfect for a girls night out!! They had affordable options and specialty…read morecocktails that were great, but what really stood out to us was the vibe - old photos and posters on the walls, disco balls, and friendly patrons and staff!! It's small, but was perfect for a few friends looking to catch up on a Friday night. I'm sure we will be returning :)

This is absolutely a hidden gem amongst bars. It's in an inconspicuous abandoned looking shopping…read morecenter off the beaten path, but they make some of the best cocktails in the city. They have a very extensive inventory of bourbons including all the high-end ones you would want. The bartenders making amazing recipes including my partners favorite, Tom Yum, taste just like the soup. I can often enjoy a whiskey sour with no issue and use the menu to try something different. They don't serve food, so it's a good place to come after dinner. The ambiance is simple, a wooden bar and now that they have expanded, they have some tables as well. This past trip was the most crowded I've ever seen it in there, but the service was still quick and attentive. This bar is a staple for me.

Style, perfection, grace, uniqueness - and well, I'll just say it - what fine establishment this is…read moreand what a treat to visit. For those that follow me on Yelp for brewery reviews, cocktail bar reviews are few and far between. So if I make a point of making a visit, it really is special. Great selection of product (I guess) but what I appreciate is the care and attention each glass is prepared by the bar keep. They are very friendly and knowledgeable - which is good for me, b/c I ask a lot of questions! Service is careful, but does crawl if the house is full, it really is tiny inside - did you know there was a back door, patio area? I particularly like the absence of having to yell at my table mates - it makes this barbour more sophisticated in this respect.Everything, right down to the outside marquee is subtle - and we like leaving the madding crowd far away...

One of our favorite casual date night spots! There is a wide variety of different dishes on the…read moremenu, but we loved the bruschetta boards. We tried 8 different ones, and all were excellent! The pesto and salami one was my favorite. The inside of the restaurant is pretty dimly lit, but we didn't mind and it helped create a cozy atmosphere. The outdoor patio looked nice and could be a good option for daytime. Our waitress was very attentive and let us know about the seasonal specials. They have a board and wine deal on weekday nights that we're looking to try next. Would definitely recommend for a fun night out in the Village District with friends or a date!

Another Arizona staple that made its way to North Carolina! My husband and I stopped in here for a…read morequick bite on a Friday night before a concert. I have been to Postino many times before, but this was my first time at the Raleigh location. While it's been 4 years since I've had Postino and the menu has changed a little, the bruschetta board is still a permanent fixture. We ordered a bruschetta board for an appetizer and I ordered the half panini & half salad for my entree. The bruschetta board is a must order because you can get 4 different kinds. The top tier choice is the salami pesto one. It's my absolute favorite. For my panini, I got the caprese one on ciabatta bread and the half of the mixed greens salad. The salad was delicious. This was a ton of food and felt very satisfying. I always love the vibe of Postino's, but this location was way too dark with only a small candle at the table. Service started off good and we were able to order our food without a problem. However, our server was done with his shift right after we ordered so we got a new server. Our new server had no idea we already ordered and was a little behind coming to our table for water refills. Despite that, we were in and out of the restaurant within 45 minutes. Postino is surrounded by other shops and restaurants, so they had a ton of parking available outside the restaurant. Highly recommend this place if you want good food!

Came here recently for some beer and karaoke, and we had a good time!…read more I was happy to see that there was a pretty large, dedicated lot for the brewery, so it was easy to find parking. We started the night off by grabbing a couple of drinks, and they actually just recently starting serving cocktails, which was a big plus for my wife. Of course, they also had a bunch of different beers on draft, which was more my speed. After getting our drinks, we wandered into the next room and were delighted to see a ping pong table waiting for us :) They also had cornhole and a big TV showing the Hurricanes game. There wasn't a huge crowd for the karaoke, but the host was cool and the song selection was pretty large. I was also happy that the karaoke started at an earlier hour (7 PM) than most places. Starting karaoke at 10 PM is kind of brutal when you have kids :) One random aside is that the water fountain near the bathrooms was extremely powerful, so it was honestly a little hard to use. That sounds kind of ridiculous, but it was seriously firing halfway across the room. Overall, we'd definitely come back!

Great place to go for a beer great amount of places to sit and enjoy one of there beers. I got two…read morebeers one was a hazy and another was regular. Both were very good hoppy but not too bitter. The hazy had nice citrus flavor. Service was very good and friendly.

Justin at the bar makes amazing bourbon drinks. The service is always awesome and the food is…read morewonderful!!!! Great chill place to hang out for work dinners or just a great spot to hang with friends!!!

Stopped by for an early lunch with my son, just after opening…read more The interior is nice, clean, and has a cool, darker vibe, but I will say it feels more suited for a later meal or evening setting. If it's a beautiful day, I'd definitely recommend sitting outside instead. Still, the inside has a cozy, laid-back feel that works well. Shoutout to Qua, who was both the hostess and our server. She was welcoming, attentive, and handled everything smoothly, even as a few more parties came in while she was the only one serving at the time. One thing I really appreciated was that she let us know upfront what items were out of stock before we even looked at the menu. That level of transparency is huge and makes the experience so much better. My son ordered a slider with fries from the kids' menu. It comes with just one slider, so I ordered a second, definitely the right call. He enjoyed it, and the fries were cooked well, just a little on the salty side for our taste (ketchup helped balance that out). I had the shrimp tacos. It's packed and perfect portion for lunch. The shrimp, pineapple slaw, and chipotle mayo was a nice mix. The restaurant was clean (including the bathrooms). The location is also a plus, super close to the Art Museum, which makes it a great stop before or after visiting. Overall enjoyable, and I'd come back, especially to try more of the menu and the drinks.

Cool spot to hang with friends. Hit the pit before hand then swing by to play some games and get…read moresome ducks

I stopped by Boxcar with a few friends on a Monday and we had a great time! There was hardly…read moreanybody else in there, so we were able to play any of the games we wanted easily. On Mondays their drink special is $5 for any draft, what a steal! We all enjoyed a drink and a few games. I love the decor and vibes in Boxcar, the artwork is really punk and cool looking. My favorite game, The Lucky Duck, was broken (the claw wouldn't extend far enough to reach any ducks). I reported this to a staff member and she let me pick out any 2 ducks I wanted! The Pokemon pinball was fun too, I love the variety of pinball machines.

A much-needed addition to the Village District, Mr. Henry is an elegant, polished, boutique-style…read morespeakeasy lounge (inspired by the Polo Bar). The space is small, but the dim cozy vibe is especially inviting on winter nights when the Village District is festively decorated for the holidays. While the menu leans toward classic cocktails, there are also a few seasonal house specialties. We tried drinks from both categories, and everything was well executed and met expectations. This isn't a bold, experimental cocktail bar (similar to Sous Terre), but the quality is exactly what you'd expect from a place with this look and concept. Because the space is quite small, tables are set very close together, and at times it can become crowded and loud, making conversation difficult. This was a bit unexpected given the otherwise sophisticated vibe, though we also were not surprised since it's one of the only bars in the area--and the only one open past midnight. The bartenders were kept busy and it took a bit to serve us drinks, but they were still attentive and friendly throughout. Sidebar (by the same owner) is still my preferred spot for its creativity and slightly more spacious setup, but Mr. Henry is undoubtedly another successful addition from the Bettinger team and a great spot that I would return when I am in the area.

This place is absolutely beautiful. I didn't take many pictures because it was so crowded and you…read morewould mostly see people in the pictures, but it was absolutely gorgeous inside. I love the old Ireland look of the inside of the place. For a cocktail bar I was extremely disappointed that they only had about 6 or 7 drinks on the menu. They said they could make anything but I absolutely hate that. If you're a specialty cocktail bar you should have cocktails to choose from. I am not a bartender and should not have to dream up my own drink. I was there for the experience and to drink something that they created. Service was incredibly slow. I was ready to order and the man just kept telling me that he would come back to take my order. Just take my order! I was ready to leave but we were there celebrating a birthday and I didn't want to be a problem. I'm so extremely disappointed by this place as it really has the potential to be wonderful. As is, I will not be going back. Two stars for the fact that the place is beautiful.

I go to Mitch's with my friend group for trivia. The food is good and my friend group enjoys…read moreWillie's trivia. Most of the waitstaff is great, but I was harassed by one of the managers this past week. While I understand that reserving larger tables with small groups can make it hard to flip tables before trivia starts, she provided confusing instructions, raised her voice at me in front of customers, and then ranted about me to the kitchen staff so loudly that people waiting to use the men's bathroom could hear her. I think that's incredibly unprofessional and make Mitch's look bad.

Frankie is hands-down one of the best bartenders around. Super friendly, quick on the pour, and…read morealways knows exactly what to make (even when you don't). He keeps the vibe fun, the drinks on point, and makes everyone feel welcome. You can tell he really cares about his craft and the people he serves. If Frankie's behind the bar, you know you're in for a great night.

Even though the food is good, but not great bar food, the fried pickles are the best I've had. Good…read moreselections of beer, ales, and ciders. The service is great--lots of hustle. Nice staff. The atmosphere is a big open room with lots of TVs for watching sporting events. There are game areas and a stage for live music. They had karaoke on the Friday night that we went. A very fun place with a nice staff that I definitely recommend.

Good college bar with decent bar food. It's easy to find…read moreparking, there is a lot of space - so it's good for groups, and there are pool tables if you want an activity. Service is pretty prompt and they have lots of beers on draft. This is not a place for craft cocktails or fancy food - but it's consistently good and can be a really fun atmosphere for big games.

Came here before dinner and had a great time. Even though it's a speakeasy, it was pretty easy to…read morefind. The menu leans heavily toward whiskey and bourbon, with lots of solid options. I had their basil smash, which was refreshing, and the Manhattan--bold with a warm, spicy profile. Pleasant surprise to see Michter's as the special of the night, and it was excellent with smooth caramel and vanilla notes. Service started off a little hands-off since we ordered at the bar, but picked up toward the end when staff came by to check in. Drinks were high quality without being overpriced, and the vibe is relaxed--not at all pretentious. You can definitely come casual. If we had more time, we would've stayed longer or come back for another round.

Great drinks the selection of great beverages and staff was a delight. The vibes and atmosphere…read morehere is wonderful. I had the Krupnikas flip and the coquito both were smooth and have a great flavorful punchy