Best places: Bars in Durham, United States

Casual bar & hangout, part of a chain offering cages for axe throwing.

👍👍 Super excited to finally have Gizmos open at University Hill in Durham! This place is great , lots of seating and outdoor space. They are pet friendly and of course their beers are awesome! They got just the right amount of different beers , and they’re right on top of BB’s Crispy Chicken. Let’s not...

Airy hangout with outdoor tables & a relaxed vibe, offering a menu of European-inspired snacks.

👍👍 Food was excellent as well as the service. We were a little disappointed they didn't have a couple of menu items the day we went but there is enough on the menu to chose from so it wasn't an issue. Mac and cheese balls, pulled pork, burgers and fries were awesome! Food and service get 5 stars. Atmos...

Vibrant cafe serving seasonal German fare, baked goods & drinks in an open, airy venue.

Hard cider taproom with seasonal brews, plus rustic, industrial-chic decor & outdoor seating.

👍👍 Great little place to try a ton of local and not so local draft beers. If you like beer, they will have at least 4 or 5 that you can drink. Located in a neat little place with a big patio and a pizza place next doors to eat, drink and relax outdoors. We have been 3 times and have already decided thi...

Chill coffeehouse for single-origin coffee, tea & drinking chocolate with outdoor seating.

Classic Indian & fusion fare like curried shepherd's pie served in an old-fashioned, English tavern.

Swanky, sophisticated cocktail bar serving a menu of charcuterie & New American fare.

Brewery & bottle shop for craft beer, plus a hip tap room with leather couches & arcade games.

👍👍 Ponysaurus is a super cool place serving up what many consider to be two of life’s greatest treasures: beer and pizza. During our visit, there were 15 house made beers on the menu, plus wine and other alcoholic beverages. We ordered a flight, which is a great way to sample a handful of beers. The Bi...

👍👍 Great place! What an idea! I just loved it! You can see how much you poured and how much it costed you. So so many options to try! It has outside and inside seating areas. I was just amazed by the place and definitely recommend visiting if you are around.

Low-key hangout offering burgers & basic pub grub, plus craft beer, free Wi-Fi & sports on TV.

Southern-sourced food & beer in an industrial brewery space with games & communal tables.

Stylish, low-key hangout offering inventive cocktails, charcuterie & globally inspired dishes.

Down-home hangout specializing in plentiful sandwiches, plus salads, craft beer & outdoor seating.

👍👍 This is a cute cafe that turns into a drinking spot in the evenings. I’ve only ever come during the day for coffee and enjoyed it every time. Staff is friendly and there’s plenty of seating.

🫤 Great beers, great location. WAY too many unsupervised kids. It’s terrible. I’d be more relaxed sitting in the middle of Mainstreet USA in Disney drinking a beer than sitting anywhere outside at Hi-Wire. It’s chaos. I know the brewery can’t technically control what goes on in the lawn, but due to th...