Arcana Bar and Lounge
$ • Bars, Cocktail Bar
Hours:
331 W Main St, Durham
(919) 973-1675
Arcana Bar and Lounge Reviews
I had been here years ago while volunteering for a local event but had actually never drank here until recently. It is a woman-owned LGBTQ+ friendly bar with an antique southern feel. They have tarot card readers and live entertainment on weekend nights. We enjoyed our cocktails and noticed they even have absinthe offered on sugar cubes. Gotta try that sometime. We enjoyed the musical act and the overall artsy but relaxed basement surroundings. There are so many bars in Durham...read full review
The queerest bar that isn't a specifically queer bar. Amazing cocktails lovingly crafted. Many low and zero proof options. They even have zero proof seasonal cocktails sometimes. Check out all their events. I love everything about this place other than the air circulation. The basement location makes it hard not to get stuffy.
Ratings
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6PM - 12AM |
| Wednesday | 6PM - 12AM |
| Thursday | 6PM - 12AM |
| Friday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Saturday | 5PM - 12AM |
| Sunday | 6PM - 12AM |
I've been to Arcana a few times now and the vibes are so good! They always have a really great selection of signature cocktails and their espresso martini is among the best I've had in a while. It's a small-ish space so great for a more intimate hang, but they do occasionally have big parties here like goth prom. You can also get your tarot read here, which is really fun! My only complaint is that there really isn't any outdoor space at all to take a breather or a smoke break,...read full review