The Architect Bar & Social House

Really enjoyed the atmosphere, the music, the bartender was very helpful and my drink was PRETTY good!!!! It was our first time but I will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Stopped by to get drinks for my husband's birthday. One of the persons in the group forgot to close their tab once we left. From what I've known if you don't close the tab it's about 15% or 20% taken out for gratuity which is fair. This person in the group who forgot to close the tab only had two drinks (Jack and Coke) but take $75 out of their card for two drinks and more the 20% of gratuity is unacceptable!! So please make sure to check your account once you leave! Don't recommend this place completely unprofessional.

Service: 1

Do NOT use your credit or debit card here. My friends and I ordered a drinks. I did not start a tab because I wasn’t planning on having more than 1 or 2 at the most. Drink was $11…I tipped $3. About an hour and a half later we went back to the bar for a 2nd drink…same price. My card was given to them twice. One of my friends said check your account because there is a $50 charge on mine. I looked at my account and there were 4 pending charges from The Architect! Two for $50 each and two for $35 each…a total of $170 in pending charges for 2 drinks that totaled less than $30. I did not start a tab so there shouldn’t have been any amount held. The bigger issue is nobody could explain to me why there were 4 charges made to my card. The manager or owner said they’ve been having that problem for a few weeks now. A few weeks!?? And you still haven’t figured out a way to NOT put multiple fraudulent pending charges on people’s cards!?? That is unacceptable! We went for open mic night on a Wednesday. If you ever decide to go BRING CASH and be sure to count your change!

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 1

We went to see the NIITO band, and it was a vibe. I really like this place. It was greatvmusic.

Parking: You have to find parking on the street or a parking garage.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

This is a really cute establishment with a secret “speak easy”. The staff and security were extremely friendly and the drinks were very good. Prices are what you would expect. I would recommend this place and will definitely go back. If you want to visit the “speak easy”, it is best to get a reservation although we were able to get in for a few minutes without one; of course this depends on how busy they are.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

I hosted a private event there recently, and the vibe that we created here at The Architect fit very nicely. The staff was good to work with and the drinks were great. The only issue I had is that the stair lift chair did not work, so our older and more handicapped guests were at a disadvantage, due to the steep stairs. Other than that, I would recommend this place for younger crowds that want to have a good time in downtown Raleigh.

Parking: There are two parking garages available at the nearby cross streets.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not good at all.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Speakeasy atmosphere. Live band and decent drinks.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

We had a great time. Looking forward to Last Friday of each month.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

The drinks were so good BUT THE LIVE BAND man so was amazing on a Wednesday night!! Definitely will be coming back!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Cool vibe. Would definitely go again

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Bartender did not know her drinks at all. I ordered a mojito (was on their menu) & it came out clear & tasteless. Didn’t even taste like mint. Where was the lime juice? Will not be returning.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Great social bar downtown.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Hidden in the heart of Downtown Raleigh, up the stairs and behind a bookcase, that only the secret knock will reveal. The cocktails are amazing, the service, impeccable, and the atmosphere is nothing short of sophisticated.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

One server was a tad bit and they could use just a few more seats. Otherwise, I had a great time.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Very very very very very nice club. The drinks are expensive but you would definitely have a good time..

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5