After a neck-in-neck round of voting, we unveil the best bars in Raleigh across all categories—including Best Overall + Best Burbs.
Raisin’ the Roof
Here are our fave rooftop bars and restaurants around Raleigh for alfresco sips and nips—just in time for summer.
Take a Shot at Raleigh Bar Trivia
From RM’s first Best Bartender to Raleigh’s sweet historic cocktail, bend your brain with this quiz on local bars and bartenders.
Four Downtown Raleigh Hotels Unlocking DTR As a Destination
At a time when new Raleigh commercial developments have all but stalled—a handful of hotels serve as a harbinger for Downtown as a tourist destination.
Raleigh’s 50 Best Bars
Raleigh Magazine reveals its class of best bars for 2023 across a range of categories, including Best Overall and Best Bartender.
Sixth Annual Raleigh’s Best Bars 2022
We asked Raleighites to name their favorite bars over a slew of categories—and y’all rocked the vote. Presenting the 2022 list of best bars/best bartender!
Art in Bloom
The Willard rooftop lounge unveils new mural by renowned local artist Taylor White, plus a mural-inspired cocktail