A fun little spot perfect for a girls night out!! They had affordable options and specialty…read morecocktails that were great, but what really stood out to us was the vibe - old photos and posters on the walls, disco balls, and friendly patrons and staff!! It's small, but was perfect for a few friends looking to catch up on a Friday night. I'm sure we will be returning :)

Cheap beer and decent crowds. I come here for my ADHD brain to get overstimulated, plus PBR on…read moredraft!

Bartender was good and beer was cold and priced well. Don't know what these other bad reviews were…read moretalking about, probably a bunch of people that have never been to a dive bar or small city bar.

God forbid you park your car in the parking lot of this bar for one hour while they are closed to…read morego into your kids school. They had it towed at 12:30 in the afternoon when they don't even open until five. 0/10 for community contribution.

"We keep coming back to The Cardinal specifically for great drinks and the people. Alex is easily…read moreone of the friendliest bartenders we've ever met. He always has our favorite drinks on the bar as soon as he sees us walk in. We like the classic hot dogs on toasted buns .. add your choice of toppings and you'll be enjoying a delicious dog! It's a welcoming, laid-back environment that makes you want to stay.

this place is a dumpster fire. management is incompetent and treats patrons like trash. food is bad…read moreand will lead to GI issues. save yourself time and money and visit one of the many other wonderful restaurant bars in Clayton

McKinley's is a Clayton anchor! Tucked into the heart of town, this old-school sports bar feels…read morelike it's been here forever--in the best way possible. Every wall is lined with TVs playing whatever game matters most that night, while dollar bills cover the walls like a scrapbook of good times, tall tales, and nights that ran a little longer than planned. The décor nods proudly (and somewhat creatively) to Irish heritage, with touches of green, classic signs, and a love of good beer doing most of the storytelling. It's a place where locals gather, strangers become regulars fast, and the atmosphere is equal parts loud cheers, friendly debate, and comfortable familiarity. Unpolished, well-worn, and full of character, it's the kind of small-town sports bar where the drinks are cold, the TVs are always on, and everyone feels right at home. The menu leans into its claims of Irish roots with a lineup of familiar pub classics--hearty, comforting dishes that feel right at home alongside a pint. But as solid as those classics may be, the real standout is the good old pub burger. Cooked exactly the way you ask for it--perfectly rare, juicy, and full of flavor--it's the kind of burger that reminds you why simplicity done right always wins. Served up hot and fresh by a friendly face that treats you like a regular, it's not just a meal, it's part of the experience: honest food, genuine hospitality, and a plate that keeps people coming back. Cheers!

First time here, had a shepherds pie that was just loaded with cheese, so much that when you peel…read moreit back it that's the potato's and part of the pie with it. My wife had a burger and fries. The medium rare burger came well done. The fries she asked for with no salt was loaded with salt. Don't think I'll go back.

Just a quaint little tavern! Great service and friendly staff! Family celebrating a great Aunt…read moreturning 99 years young!

The atmosphere and environment of the entire area is worth a stop. Be sure to try the pizza too..read more

Great food and full bar Francine is a great hostess…read more Solid pizza and salads, either dine in or take away

Randomly happened upon this restaurant a couple of years ago and have been constantly happy with…read morecoming to visit ever since. The parking situation is interesting, there are a few spots behind/besides the building, curb parking in front, and then a dirt area that it doesn't look like you can park in, but people do. The food is consistently good. I've had their salads, sandwiches, pizza and a few dinner specials. They also usually have several seasonal cocktails. Inside, you seat yourself and someone greets you quickly. Outside, I think they want you to make contact with a server first, and then sit down. Everyone I've encountered here has been very nice and service is quick. I make a point to stop in when in the area.

Happened on this place on a walk in the city. Great drinks and cool atmosphere! The bartender was…read moresuper accommodating and let us hang out before the inside opened.

Reminiscent of a few clubs up in NYC. Friendly staff. Cute bartenders. Worth a visit.read more

You know it's good when you meet some people that know your home bar in a different city the minute…read moreyou walk up. I went and paid no cover for three great local bands. Nice people good service. Small, or cozy depending on your pov. Prices a little high but not awful. $4 beer and $9 whiskey. Ask first.

this is the worst bar I have ever been to. I was almost impressed by how bad the DJ was. it sounded…read morelike his Bluetooth was disconnecting for half of the show but he pressed on courageously. awful pool table with cheap sticks.

Best pool hall in NC. Historic, full of a great vibe second to none. And the service is always top…read morenotch and extremely attentive and knowledgeable and professional. A favorite!

Great selection of beers. Love the people the atmosphere and the tables and the price is rightread more

The drinks were yummy and inexpensive. The vive was very laid back and the customer service was…read moreawesome. I will definitely be back.

The vibes walking in are pretty classy. We felt underdressed. They had some jazz music going on. It…read morewas very loud inside. We went out back and they had a waitress come to us to take drink orders. It wasn't bad out there. We tried to light the fire pit we sat around but it didn't work. The people next to us were smoking cigars. It was quite strong. We ended up leaving because of the smell.