Cody just made the best mezcal (Oaxacan) Old Fashioned in the 919
Hope Jania
My fiancé, friends, and I all enjoy craft cocktails, so we’ve really wanted to like Killjoy, but ultimately, our experiences with the staff have been incredibly disappointing. We’ve never been met with a friendly bartender here, and after our last experience, we will not go back. I worked in the service industry for years myself and would never treat customers the way we were treated. Definitely a bummer
Service: 1
Joel
This place was great! We came on a Sunday night and the bartender was friendly and nice. He was attentive, and made recommendations. As for the location, it’s well kept with plenty of space.The drinks themselves were amazing, with a wide selection to choose from. Fairly priced as well though it can be tricky not to get carried away so be cautious.A nice touch I noticed was that the bathrooms contained mints and mouthwash for one to freshen up. All in all, it was a nice experience and I’ll def be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lae
Fantastic drinks ✨ also really enjoyed the service.(No food though)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bree Allesandra
I was here with J (who responded below). We’re not only unsatisfied with your business, but the fact you use a “reputation manager” to blindly respond to all of your reviews shows you don’t care about your customers at all. I’ve never seen a company completely autopilot bad reviews. Terrible business practice.Watch this get an automated response too.
Megan H.
We had a great experience at Killjoy. We showed up right when they opened and had two rounds of drinks. It was packed because of a networking event but we had a great time anyway. Our service was speedy and delightful with well crafted beverages. Bring your phone for a photo op against the wallpaper in this place. The walls and decor are EVERYTHING. Even in the restroom. I loved the "What in Carnation" and can't wait to return to get it again.
James H.
One of the bars with the nicest aesthetic in Raleigh. On the weekends, it is live music and they can get really fun during the week is very chill.
The T.
Had an excellent experience here recently. Vibe and music are cool, drinks were well-made and tasted great. Does get sort of crowded at times, but that's usually a good sign. One of my friends had a snack, I don't actually know what it was, just that it smelled heavenly and she loved it.
Maddi Sullivan
Delicious drinks, beautiful space! I loved everything about this bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica Mah
We came in for drinks before dinner. Lexis (spelling?) greeted us warmly. We weren’t sure what drinks to get and asked for Lexis’ input. We ended up getting What In Carnation and Fruit For Thought. They were DELICIOUS! This place has a nice layout. Very long bar. There is outdoor and indoor space. Good vibes!
Worst cocktails. Everything is watered down and tastes like only one ingredient. Had really high hopes over the ingredients that went in but you don't taste any of the complexities of the fragrant ingredients. Ambiance was cool but we ordered 4 drinks and they were all below expectations (plum luck, coffee & starfish, fruit for thought)
Marleen J.
Great vibe and drinks. Highly recommend for a night out with your significant other or friends
Faith H.
I love Killjoy! I come here all the time to start my night with my friends and the vibe is always awesome. Most of the people here are 25+, but sometimes they have huge parties where more young people come, so you just have to play it by ear to see what kind of crowd you'll get. I really love the music and the bartenders are great! I've never had a bad drink from here.
Josh E.
Cool spot with great drinks and neat selection of mocktails. I can definitely see this being a cool girls night out spot, but I enjoy going on a date night before dinner. Cool interior, neat specialty drinks, and music is always on point. Check it out if you are in the area!
Daniel Rust
Great bar! Super knowledgeable and kind bartenders. Atmosphere was 10/10 definitely will be back.
Cody just made the best mezcal (Oaxacan) Old Fashioned in the 919
My fiancé, friends, and I all enjoy craft cocktails, so we’ve really wanted to like Killjoy, but ultimately, our experiences with the staff have been incredibly disappointing. We’ve never been met with a friendly bartender here, and after our last experience, we will not go back. I worked in the service industry for years myself and would never treat customers the way we were treated. Definitely a bummer
Service: 1
This place was great! We came on a Sunday night and the bartender was friendly and nice. He was attentive, and made recommendations. As for the location, it’s well kept with plenty of space.The drinks themselves were amazing, with a wide selection to choose from. Fairly priced as well though it can be tricky not to get carried away so be cautious.A nice touch I noticed was that the bathrooms contained mints and mouthwash for one to freshen up. All in all, it was a nice experience and I’ll def be back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic drinks ✨ also really enjoyed the service.(No food though)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was here with J (who responded below). We’re not only unsatisfied with your business, but the fact you use a “reputation manager” to blindly respond to all of your reviews shows you don’t care about your customers at all. I’ve never seen a company completely autopilot bad reviews. Terrible business practice.Watch this get an automated response too.
We had a great experience at Killjoy. We showed up right when they opened and had two rounds of drinks. It was packed because of a networking event but we had a great time anyway. Our service was speedy and delightful with well crafted beverages. Bring your phone for a photo op against the wallpaper in this place. The walls and decor are EVERYTHING. Even in the restroom. I loved the "What in Carnation" and can't wait to return to get it again.
One of the bars with the nicest aesthetic in Raleigh. On the weekends, it is live music and they can get really fun during the week is very chill.
Had an excellent experience here recently. Vibe and music are cool, drinks were well-made and tasted great. Does get sort of crowded at times, but that's usually a good sign. One of my friends had a snack, I don't actually know what it was, just that it smelled heavenly and she loved it.
Delicious drinks, beautiful space! I loved everything about this bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came in for drinks before dinner. Lexis (spelling?) greeted us warmly. We weren’t sure what drinks to get and asked for Lexis’ input. We ended up getting What In Carnation and Fruit For Thought. They were DELICIOUS! This place has a nice layout. Very long bar. There is outdoor and indoor space. Good vibes!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Worst cocktails. Everything is watered down and tastes like only one ingredient. Had really high hopes over the ingredients that went in but you don't taste any of the complexities of the fragrant ingredients. Ambiance was cool but we ordered 4 drinks and they were all below expectations (plum luck, coffee & starfish, fruit for thought)
Great vibe and drinks. Highly recommend for a night out with your significant other or friends
I love Killjoy! I come here all the time to start my night with my friends and the vibe is always awesome. Most of the people here are 25+, but sometimes they have huge parties where more young people come, so you just have to play it by ear to see what kind of crowd you'll get. I really love the music and the bartenders are great! I've never had a bad drink from here.
Cool spot with great drinks and neat selection of mocktails. I can definitely see this being a cool girls night out spot, but I enjoy going on a date night before dinner. Cool interior, neat specialty drinks, and music is always on point. Check it out if you are in the area!
Great bar! Super knowledgeable and kind bartenders. Atmosphere was 10/10 definitely will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5