Top rated Cocktail bars in Raleigh

Experience the best that Raleigh has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 45 places from Cocktail bar category.

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The Museum at Car Space
Cocktail bar
5.00 (33 reviews)
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Bigfoot Taphouse and Bar
Bar
Lively bar with a large variety of beer, wine & craft cocktails, plus drink specials.
4.90 (137 reviews)
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The Blind Barbour
Cocktail bar
Specialty drinks & an extensive list of bourbons served in a vintage-chic speakeasy with live music.
$$ $$
4.80 (273 reviews)
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Gallo Pelón Mezcaleria
Cocktail bar
This quaint haunt with a patio spotlights unique mezcal, craft cocktails & Latin American plates.
$$ $$
4.80 (214 reviews)
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Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Raleigh
Movie theater
Stylish theater chain for new & classic films features cocktails & creative bites served seat-side.
4.70 (6K reviews)
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The Junction Salon & Bar
Hair salon
👍👍 This place is absolutely wonderful. Staff is kind and welcoming. After moving to Raleigh from Chicago a few months ago it was difficult to find a manicurist where the place was clean, tools sterilized, foot bowls disinfected after each use and nail files used on only me! No cutting cuticles here!...
4.70 (815 reviews)
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The Pour House Music Hall & Record Shop
Live music venue
Venue for regional & touring music acts on 2 levels, plus a bar with dozens of craft beers on tap.
$ $$$
4.70 (760 reviews)
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Libations 317
Cocktail bar
👍 This is a cute little place with interesting food options. It is nice for a Saturday or Sunday morning. I ordered the Fried Bologna sandwich. It is one of the best Bologna sandwiches you will ever probably try. I chose the pickles as my side. The pickles were tasty but very sour. I liked them. My...
4.70 (63 reviews)
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Watts & Ward
Bar
Basement cocktail bar with a vintage library vibe, complete with tufted couches & artisanal drinks.
$$$ $
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
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Bittersweet
Cocktail bar
Chic stop for coffee drinks, desserts & specialty cocktails with seasonal ingredients.
$$ $$
4.60 (1K reviews)
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the Oak, Kitchen | Bourbon Bar
Restaurant
New American plates, bourbon & cocktails served in airy, industrial-chic digs with outdoor seating.
$$ $$
4.60 (926 reviews)
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Havana Deluxe
Bar
Casual smoking lounge offering a selection of imported cigars, plus beer, fine spirits & cocktails.
$$ $$
4.60 (349 reviews)
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Killjoy
Cocktail bar
👍👍 We love this place and keep coming back with out-of-town friends to show them a good time. The drinks are great and the charcuterie selection is tasteful. The ambience is lovely as well. We're so glad to have a great cocktail lounge to rely on when we're heading out to have a good night. Would recom...
4.60 (215 reviews)
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The Davie
Bar
👍👍 Popped in here my first time during Bluegrass Fest to get a Sip and Stroll roadie. Cute bar. Several regulars hanging out in the afternoon with a couple dogs in attendance. Everyone very friendly. Bartender was nice. Pours were good. I’m going to give this place several more tries as I figure out wh...
4.60 (128 reviews)
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Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing
Brewpub
Hip hangout supplying small-batch craft brews, innovative pub grub, Sunday brunch & outdoor seating.
$$ $$
4.50 (1K reviews)
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Tazza Kitchen Village District
New American restaurant
Outlet offering wood-fired pies, regional wines & local brews in a warm setting with a bar.
$$ $$
4.50 (901 reviews)
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MOFU Dumpling Shoppe
Pan-Asian restaurant
Airy eatery from a food truck team offering creative Asian fusion small plates & craft cocktails.
$$ $$
4.50 (870 reviews)
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Centro
Mexican restaurant
Cool cantina offers local, organic Mexican cuisine, craft tequila cocktails in an energetic setting.
$$ $$
4.50 (844 reviews)
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Margaux's Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant
A global menu & diverse wine list fit the quirky decor at this lively spot with a fireplace & patio.
4.50 (680 reviews)
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Heirloom
Restaurant
Modern outpost featuring espresso drinks, loose-leaf teas & sake cocktails in a bright, sleek venue.
4.50 (500 reviews)
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