If you're looking for a bar that blends innovation with a great atmosphere, Romeo and Brewliet…read moreabsolutely delivers. The self-service setup is super fun -- you get to "poke" (tap into) your own beers right from the wall, giving you the freedom to explore a wide selection at your own pace. It's perfect for both casual drinkers and craft beer enthusiasts. The ambiance is warm and lively without being overwhelming. Whether you're out with friends or flying solo, it just feels like a place where good nights begin. The bartenders aren't just there to pour -- they're friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready with recommendations or a quick chat if you're up for it. and maybe super cuteeeeeeee. Altogether, it's a smart, social, and seriously enjoyable place to spend an evening. Highly recommend if you're looking for something beyond the usual bar scene!

Hickory's best kept secret! Love this place, the staff, the food truck on game day and the people.read more

Great local hang out. Super comfortable. Friendly staff. Nice selection of beer and wine. They even…read morehave options there to take home! My husband tried a beer flight and I had some wine. We went home with a mix-6 pack of beer. Food truck was on site and had several choices too Definitely recommend!

came in on Saturday around noon looking for something to pair with a slab of apple cake from across…read morethe street and a found tart blackberry cider that wasn't particularly proud or presumptuous to keep me occupied while my wife busied herself going through the trinkets and trappings on display... - I should mention that the cake is sweet for my taste, even more so for creamed cheese frosting but this is a wine bar review. BTW: the coffee crumb cake is fabulous!- B & T at the Old Pharm is a nice place; wide open as you enter with coolers and bottles and stuff on the right heading towards arts and crafts and the build-your-own Mimosas or Bloody Mary stations; forward and to the left are seating options heading to the bar and eventually the facilities; out back are picnic style tables and a spot for the random food truck (chicken and tots from Poppy's Waffles are so crispy / so good) brooke at the bar is a friend to anyone able to converse like an adult; warm and knowledgeable and an all around good egg she'll help a person make an informed decision on imbibery and snack options depending on availability.

Another great Mooresville brewery find! They have a spacious interior & patio seating, friendly…read morestaff, low-key ambiance, and the beers here were true to style (and had fun names). They also had great live music playing late, which was nice, and a great way to finish out the night! Beers had here: Buns Out Brown Ale 4.1% Bout Damn Time Amber Red Ale 4.5% The Gingered Elf Winter Ale 5% Midnight Norman American Stout 5%

The bartender was so nice. He offered recommendations and I was able to get a taster before I…read moreordered. We also had our dog and he gave us a clean bowl of water for her. Great beers!

When it comes to a place to grab a drink, this is definitely one of the most accepted places in the…read morearea. The staff are absolutely amazing and anyone is welcome. As a gay man, I wasn't sure if it would be a hospitable place since we are in the south, but I was pleasantly surprised by the warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Such a cool place with an awesome backyard, laid back vibes and an amazing staff. We have a get…read moretogether with our family here and they made sure everyone was taken care of. Didn't have anyone playing music but the stage in the back is cool.

No trip to Morganton is complete without hitting this place. Their tap list has something for…read moreeveryone, plenty of seating and a neighborhood feel although many of the patrons are from out of town. Typically when Fonta Flora does a release we head over to Brown Mountain afterwards to talk more beer, have something new from the area meanwhile running into those we just met over at Fonta. The older gentleman behind the bar is always helpful and kind. The only thing I would add to this place is some type of roof or awning on the back patio. Step out there at 1 p.m on a hot Saturday afternoon and you'll be in for a rude awakening. The front patio is quaint and cool to hangout on. Overall two thumbs up over here

The place was packed on a Thurs night (trivia night). I was a little disappointed on the number of…read moredraft beer options (only 10). The bartender wasn't a little rough - not particularly friendly. The patrons were the opposite....we came across some really friendly folks while we enjoyed a beer.

Growler's is amazing pub style casual spot. It's loud with both chatter and music. It would be a…read moregood place to meet friends for beers and a bite. Our food was just okay. We ordered the kale Caesar, the nachos, and fries. The nacho cheese tasted very processed and they didn't come with salsa. When I asked the waitress for some, she said that they don't actually have salsa. The fries were the best thing we had. I'd go again, but probably just to have a drink.

Service was great and it's a fun atmosphere to watch sports. We were looking for the college…read morebaseball championship and enjoyed sitting at the bar and watching the game. They have several options for draft beer and a lot of them are local craft brews which we enjoy. We like to support local businesses and so does Growlers. They source their ingredients from local farms! The flavor profiles for the things we ordered were very good but there were a few execution issues. The Carnitas Nachos were good but the chips were not crisp, and the cheese sauce was grainy. The carnitas were tender but could use more seasoning, and once you get past the top layer, it's mostly just chips. I ordered the wings and asked for the three pepper and the jerk. I chose the blue cheese dip and it's the best that I've had in a very, very long time. Thick and creamy with lots of chunky blue. I'd go back just for that. The three pepper was delicious and the wings still had a super crispy skin. Absolutely an excellent wing. The flavor of the jerk is amazing. It's a perfectly balanced blend of sweet and warm spices, but the sauce had been reduced down too quickly and you still got the graininess from the spice. Overall, a few things could be tweaked, but it was a fun experience.

What a cool place! Tons of beers to choose from, draft, bottle, can. Always a great selection…read more David is always amazing with helping choose a beer, or a great glass of wine.

Been coming here for about 6 months. It's a home away from home and honestly, everyone is welcome…read more It's like Cheers with beer and wine and awesome conversations. Everyone here is family and David runs a tight ship. You aren't going to find a lot of mainstream NC/CLT brews here but beer from all over the US. It's clean, there are games, family friendly, and I think there is a shower upstairs if you piss your pants. Highly Recommend.

Bottom line: Bottle & Can Salisbury was an awesome find. Enjoyed their welcoming atmosphere,…read moreservice, beverage & snack selection as a much needed oasis from a very crowded Cheerwine Festival. Love these guys! The Deets: During a visit to Salisbury during The Cheerwine Festival, we stopped to one of the sample tables in front of Bottle & Can and after my friends enjoyed some of the samples we decided to step inside to see what this bottle shop/bar was all about. Honestly, The Cheerwine Festival can get way too "people-y" and we had wanted some downtime from the long lines and crowds. We found just that oasis in Bottle & Can. We sat down at the bar and were delivered great service and conversation during our visit there. They had a great selection of draft beers/beverages as well as some good selections in the coolers to enjoy also. I found an Untitled Art Chocolate Dark Brew NA beer in the cooler that hit the spot perfectly for me and I had a couple while enjoying the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of this bottle shop. They even had some snacks available for purchase such as popcorn, Lance cracker snacks, etc. Great staff, great atmosphere, and great beverage selection made Bottle & Can Salisbury a great find...very enjoyable visit!

We stopped in during the Bell Tower Brewfest and had the best beer of the event that wasn't part of…read morethe tour. The 1911 Maple Bourbon Cider was amazing and came highly recommended by the bartender. We will be back.

After 45 years (for me, longer for Flat Creek), it's still everything it's supposed to be: simple,…read morefriendly roadside tavern. Seats about 8-10 plus some outdoor seating. Nothing fancy. Bottled beer and something on tap, no non-alc beer but soft drinks available. Missed the pickled eggs from years ago, probably to the benefit toof those in close proximity. Cordial crowd and bartender Holly watching Little League World Series, and getting into it. Will make it back in October and look forward to the almost unchanging scene.

No frills, nothing fancy I have been going here for years, this is a great place to sit around and…read morehave a drink and hangout with friends and meet new friends. Holly is a gracious host and will make you feel welcome. This is a locals bar so be prepared for a little ribbing if you "ain't " from around here! FCT is a landmark for us that grew up here so stop by but don't try to change it, we love it just the way it has always been.

First time here, sat at the bar. great time, amazing food, great service! all around an amazing…read moredinner! our bartender was very informative, he recommended a pumpkin spice espresso martini, which was literally the best one I've ever had in my life!!!! the we split a bottle of mascato (so reasonably priced, $22). The vibe was a guy playing piano who sang so well! we enjoyed the dimmed lights and the lowkey vibe atmosphere with it being classy. overall great dinner!

Disorganized and Disappointing…read more We had high hopes for Duke's, especially with its upscale vibe and menu, but the reality fell far short. From the moment we sat down, things started going sideways. First red flag? The water left on our table had bugs floating in it. Not a great start. The waitress, while friendly, seemed completely overwhelmed--she forgot our orders multiple times, asked the same questions repeatedly, and left us waiting far too long between check-ins. It took 40 minutes just to get our soups, and the entrees didn't arrive until over an hour after we ordered. The entire experience felt chaotic. At one point, another server brought two dishes and a drink to our table that weren't even ours. Total confusion. Now let's talk about pricing--specifically, a $12 charge to split a 24 oz ribeye. How does that make sense when one person might not even be able to finish it? It felt like a greedy upcharge for no real reason. Menu clarity was another issue. The sides weren't listed clearly, and no one explained that the "loaded potato" option was actually a soup--not an actual potato. The clam chowder? It's a tomato-based red soup, which is definitely not what most people would expect when ordering chowder. A simple explanation from the staff would've gone a long way. The duck was actually fantastic, the crab cakes not so much. Dessert was also oddly handled. They offer a brownie, but ask, "Is that okay?" as if there are other options (there aren't). Then they bring one brownie split four ways--literally bite-sized portions on a single plate for a group of four. It felt more like a sampler than a real dessert. When it came time to pay, we were asked if we were ready for the check, but then they came back later and had to double-check everyone's order just to get the bill right. And instead of bringing the check, you're told to scan a QR code to pay--likely a move to avoid credit card processing fees, though it puts the burden on the customer to complete the transaction. Overall, Duke's tries to present itself as upscale, but the execution just isn't there. Sloppy service, confusing policies, and unnecessary upcharges make it hard to justify a return visit. Definitely not the dining experience we were hoping for.