46 Best Bars near Knightdale

“Great owners, great bartenders, great overall prices too. I just love going there!“

“I usually don't write reviews. However, this place is a shocker to me. The food is always Great! But....What ever you do...do not order your food online!! If you order your food online and have a family emergency, you are not allowed to cancel the order or get a refund! I was told, "come pick up your food before you go to the hospital with your child. We don't like to waste food." Instead of them being empathetic, issuing a refund and giving the food that was prepared to staff member or server. DO NOT ORDER YOUR FOOD IN ADVANCE. Just be prepared!“

“They have amazing karaoke every Saturday night!“

“was spending a Grandma and Granddaughter Day. went to Applebee's and waited for 20 min no service. Went over to Chili's was immediately seated and served with appetizers within 10 minutes, Our server Eric shift had just started and he didn't hesitate to make us feel welcome,Thank you Eric and Chili's staff . We will never go back to Applebee's, NEVER!!!!!“

“Your food truck is parked in a handicap parking space!“

“Not clayton having a fancy cocktail bar of all places. So i came in close to closing time here on my birthday because I always have wanted to check it out but never did. They actually sang me Happy birthday(i was wearing a bday sash). THat was so sweet and endearing and they have a very well-crafted cocktail menu. It IS a bit pricey(more closer to downtown raleigh prices) but well worth it in my opinion. I came in like maybe a week later or so on a sunday randomly when it was quiet and got to personally talk to the bartender Hannah who was super sweet and i forget the other young woman's name.

They do tasting events and other creative events that i hope to be able to attend in the near future. Great vibes. you'd think it was pretentious when you come in but honestly it feels like a homey dive bar with an extensive whiskey selection. Glad to see clayton classing it up a bit lol“

“Jason was wonderful. The beer was great, and the company was even better😝“

“Football at its best- and that is coming from an English man. Although the owner kev is a gooner fan but hey ho lol. Check it out.“

“We were recommended to eat here, and let me go on and tell you…..the food and service were phenomenal!! We’ve never been and we went last night and 10/10 highly recommend. The menu was fun, and the chicken salad wrap, Angus burger with bacon and egg and both pizzas were PERFECT. I let them know it was our first time and they were so accommodating and brought out samples and we were impressed! Def will make this a regular occasion. Thank you!“

“Neat little spot in Historic Downtown Garner that is the oldest bar in the quaint and historic downtown. Great spot, nice patrons and staff — a fun place to go. They do lots of special events that can be enjoyed by folks with varying tastes and preferences. I live within walking distance and enjoy walking over to see everyone! Come and check it out!“

“Live music 🎶, Great 🍺 🍹and the best Wings in Raleigh, hands down!!! You won’t be disappointed at this place! Come in during the week for some music 🎵 bingo or karaoke 🎤.“

“Great Green Bay packer bar!“

“Close knit bar that is welcoming to everyone who comes In there. It is fun, relaxing, entertaining, and the service is outstanding. Jess is not just a bartender; she is very fun, hard working, and understands her customers.“

“Heat Wave Burger – 5 stars: best burger ever! Comes with pepper jack, jalapeno bacon, fresh jalapeno slices, poblano frites (lightly battered and fried strips), chipotle cayenne ketchup, and habanero mustard. I got the 7oz, perfect for me, no mustard and dang it was incredible!

Service & Atmosphere – 5 stars“

“Absolutely amazing ! Friendly bartenders, amazing drinks and foods“

“Friendly, casual place. Good food, great prices, excellent staff!“

“Mixerz has provided exceptional bartending for the last 4 NYE parties we have hosted. The team is fantastic to work with. Booking and planning is easy, effortless and customer-friendly. Our bartender is incredible - always punctual, dependable, knowledgeable and keeps our guests happy! Thank you, thank you! Happy New Year!“

“This place is absolutely great pool tournaments through out the week karaoke and live music on occasion they have a DJ play sometimes you’ll never be bord at the lick always friendly locals and nice staff working couldn’t ask for a better bar to stop at after a long day of work definitely check it Out I recommend it 10/10“

“Great place, great food. .“

“Awesome selection of beers! Bartender is great too. I tried several and it was hard to decide. Highly recommend!“

“Fabulous food, cocktails and atmosphere!“

“Fun and relaxed atmosphere. They have food, brings the community together, I think they do lessons, shag, and I think country sometimes.“

“Beautiful restaurant great service huge variety of options. I had the best lobster mango sushi. My friend got the shrimp tacos, which were huge. We ended up sharing and another person in my party got a pepperoni pizza. There’s something for everyone here and it all taste delicious and the service is, absolutely the best“

“Bartender was attentive and promptly provided our drinks, was friendly and helpful for someone who just moved to the area, which was especially nice. Prices aren't crazy like most the places in Clayton, and they have Pabst! Which is rare in the south...(something new I'm finding compared to northern states)? They have a decent size bar, a few pool tables and its clean. Down to earth crowd as well and will return again to see the lovely bartender!“

“Went for the first time Saturday night planning to listen to music about an hour. We ended up staying over three hours, until the music stopped. Joe and Storm brought it, the energy was amazing and the staff so friendly. We will definitely be back with a crowd next time these two are performing.“

“I love this place becasue they hire servers that get high but only fire the ones that get traffic tickets. Stay tuned to see which servers I’m referring to…“

“Definitely one of my favorite hole in wall bars to go to...... great food and ice cold beer. Love all the live music they offer as well :-)“

“Cool old school vibe. Great beer selection.“

“I’ll keep it short and sweet! Excellent food and service. That’s all folks🥰“

“I got one of each style of taco, 2 steak 1 chicken tinga. The meat was full of smoky flavor, tender, and they weren’t stingy! The generous toppings pair well with the meat, the tradicional was my favorite style. I love the simple ordering style. The place itself is inviting, clean, with a nice vibe in a historic building. Service was fast and friendly. Thank you Lil Hombre for serving the night owls of Clayton!“

“Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard is a total win for anyone craving great pizza and a killer vibe. The pizza here is seriously top-notch—crisp, hand-rolled dough with that perfect chew, topped with fresh ingredients and a sauce that’s got just the right kick. Every bite is a flavor-packed delight, easily some of the best I’ve had in a while. The atmosphere is equally impressive, with a cool, laid-back energy that’s housed in a revamped old garage. It’s got character in spades—think industrial charm meets neighborhood hangout. The outdoor area is where Bowstring really shines. Spacious and loaded with picnic tables, yard games, and plenty of room to roam, it’s the kind of spot you could spend hours at without even noticing the time slip by. Add in the live music, and it’s next-level. The bands they bring in—local talent mostly—know how to get the crowd going, filling the air with everything from funky grooves to chill acoustic vibes. It’s the perfect soundtrack to a night out, whether you’re there with friends or just soaking it all in solo. Bowstring nails the combo of awesome food, a welcoming feel, and entertainment that keeps you coming back for more!“

“As a musician, I have been to this establishment at least 25 times. 100% of the time I enjoy my stay. Fun atmosphere , friendly and helpful staff, very respectful and professional owners. Good food, good drinks… now go. 🤘🏻❤️“

“We ordered an array of finger foods. Tenders, cheese fries, pizza, macho nachos and the hot potato salad and everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. Everything was made correctly per our order and it all arrived at the same time. One of the better dining experiences I've had post-covid. I only leave reviews if I'm appalled or very satisfied....thanks for the latter Buffalo Brothers !“

“After being in North Carolina for over a year trying to find a nice adult Lounge, I was listening to the radio and came across an advertisement for Level. I went on a Thursday night for the after-work mixer and I think my search is over!!!! I currently reside in Durham and I make that drive to be there... the crowd, the food, the atmosphere, the DJs.... I can go on and on. every time I check Facebook I always come across a show or Star lineup and I want to attend every time“

“Everything about this place is Great!!! From the food to the service and staff!!! Love it!!!!“

“Karaoke 🎤 nights fun, first time here I definitely recommend attend a karaoke night.“

“Wonderfull service, and accommodated to my picky son😅, very thankful“

“We decided to celebrate my son‘s 22nd birthday here tonight, I had reserved a table for 14 about a month ago and was surprised when we got there and they had a table for 10 of us and then a separate table for four of us. I wasn't thrilled about my party, not all sitting together so they quickly accommodated us and moved us to a table.That would see all 14. There were no food runners so our waitress had a lot on her plate, but she was very nice and I would definitely go back here and celebrate again. The food was amazing. We had appetizers and dessert and everything was great and came out quickly and taste amazing.“

“Ive been going hre for the food and atmosphere for years, but the wait staff really had me shaking my head. Under age girls with booty shorts and bare midriffs just doesn't seem appropriate for wait staff. I think one was wear bedroom slippers. The kitchen saved the visit from being a disaster. Hamburger was cooked correctly as have all my other meals from there.“

“The location is terrific and so is everything else about this bar and restaurant at White Oak Crossing in Garner. Excellent service and food. Nice outside patio and good entertainment most evenings. Lots of laughs and good music.“

“My waiter was awesome 😎 Great customer service 🤎“

“Beautiful afternoon to grab lunch on a Friday. No too crowded and the food came out in reasonable time! The staff was very attentive too.

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Would definitely come back again!“

“This is a neat concept but beware a 18% gratuity charge on EVERYTHING and EVERYTHING is self service. You walk up to cashier to pay for bowling..18% extra charge. You walk up to counter to order your food...18% gratuity charge. You walk up to self service drink stations...18% gratuity charge on every pour. You get the picture. The food was fine and the duck pin bowling was fun, but I can't get past this extra charge on everything... This experience was expensive...“

“I’ve gone to Parkside several times now. I’ve enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service every time. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone because their prices are reasonable as well.“

“We had the pupusas and they were awesome! Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu. Customer service was spot-on and food came out quickly. New go-to spot!!“