Best Raleigh, NC Nightlife

Tír na nÓg Irish Pub 1.

Translated from the Gaelic, this pub's name means "land of eternal youth." A diverse clientele enjoys its relaxed atmosphere and abundance of food, drink, and music. Traditional...  Read more »

Zydeco Downtown 2.

Owned by NFL star Antwan Harris, this jazz club's appeal is hard to beat. Blue and yellow pendants and a beautiful built-in fish tank highlight the curved bar, equipped with comfy...  Read more »

Irregardless Café 3.

Since 1975, Irregardless has been a Raleigh favorite for innovative, healthy cuisine and nightly live music. Lunch fare includes freshly made soups and salads, plus a host of...  Read more »

42nd Street Oyster Bar 4.

One of the most popular restaurants in the Triangle, 42nd Street features live music Thursday-Saturday, packing in a crowd of eager twenty- and thirty-somethings. The food is great...  Read more »

Berkeley Cafe 5.

Lunch spot by day, smoky blues bar by night, the Berkeley has been a downtown Raleigh fixture for years. Laid-back and down to earth, the no-frills décor features wood booths and...  Read more »

Bogart's American Grill 6.

A round bar, open kitchen and outdoor patio flank this themed restaurant and bar. While Humphrey Bogart films run overhead, diners feast on delicacies such as filet mignon, with sour...  Read more »

Charlie Goodnight's Comedy Club 7.

Considered one of the best comedy clubs on the east coast, Charlie Goodnight's supplies three levels of fun, from the earthy to the sophisticated. At street level, you'll find the...  Read more »