Great small venue! I recently did generally admission for the Morgan Wade show. There were some…read moreissues with the sound equipment that produced some feedback for part of the show (not sure if that was due to the artist or the venue). However, the quality of the performance more than made up for it. There were a lot of specialty drinks available, but I just opted for some sodas. Service at the bar was friendly and they were making their way through the line quickly. The energy in the space was good and it seemed like a true music lover's haven. One challenge I had was that there didn't seem to be any seating options for general admission. Even offering a couple of off-to-the-side seats for a rest would be handy, since staying on your feet for a few hours straight can get a little tiring. Perhaps that was a possiblity and I missed it. There was seating in the VIP sections though and the price differential didn't seem too dramatic. Seriously, no bad view in the place due to the venue being so small. I'd absolutely recommend checking out a show here!

Got to visit the Ramkat again recently for Somewhat Petty, a Tom Petty cover band out of Asheville…read more I really enjoy going to shows at the Ramkat. It's small, making for more intimate performances, but not too small, so they get some decent acts coming through. They offer a full bar with beer, mixed drinks and even THC seltzers. They've got some tables and seating, though you have to pay extra for the seating. Ramkat is located in a great part of town with several dining options, and breweries near by. There are paid lots for parking, but also plenty of free street parking if you arrive early enough.

Great music venue -- really intimate, which was nice. Appreciate that the performers hung around…read moreand interacted with the crowd. Fast drink service too. One FYI: they charged an extra $5 for my brother at the door because he's under 21, which wasn't disclosed during online purchase or listed anywhere on the site.

GREAT place to hear music. Great atmosphere and stellar sound!! Drove over from Winston Salem and…read morewell worth the short drive.

I had delicious shepherd's pie for St. Paddy's Day, great service, and convivial atmosphere!read more

What a gem! A friend asked to meet me here for a beer and, I'll be honest, it was not even on my…read moreradar of choices. Far away from the "hip" feel of the downtown breweries, I was expecting very little from this. However, I came away greatly impressed. The staff was super friendly. We each got a Blue Moon on draft and sat outside in the screened in porch. We ordered potato skins and they were a great treat with our beer. Their menu had quite a few choices and it made me realize I'll have to come back to try more! This has become my favorite new dive bar in town. A real gem!

Great place to see live entertainment. The Rooster's Wife…read moreis a private non-profit association organized to celebrate the performing arts in Aberdeen, North Carolina. We produce events year round . Our home base is Poplar Knight Spot, a gallery located at 114 Knight Street in downtown Aberdeen, two blocks east of US 1, just east of the corner of Poplar and Knight . The gallery is totally accessible with parking adjacent to the building at 114 Knight Street in downtown Aberdeen. Tickets may be purchased on line through the web site, or at the door with cash or check. Children under twelve are always free at the Rooster's Wife events, furthering the mission of building community through the arts. Could not add this place without putting in a review. I will update tonight. I am going to a concert there.

How fortunate we are to have a thriving little music venue like The Rooster's Wife. The folks are…read morewarm and friendly and the talent they bring in is first class. Enjoy outdoor concerts in the spring and summer, and in the winter treat yourself to intimate shows indoors with big soft sofas, wine and chocolate chip cookies (by donation). I've met some of the coolest folks at The Rooster's Wife and can't wait to return for even more musical bliss.

We dropped in at Snug Harbor after our dinner party, and it did not disappoint. It felt like we…read morebrought the energy--what started as a nearly empty venue turned lively (okay, packed out in our minds) within an hour. The DJ was super chill and open to requests, keeping the vibe going all night. We partied until we couldn't anymore. Definitely a great end to the night!

Everything there is amazing here especially the people. Hands down one of my favorite places to go.read more

This is a turnoff from the Blue Ridge Parkway. I was impressed that the commitment was made to the…read moremusic of the mountains. There are daily small-scale performances in an open section of the visitor center, which I stopped to listen to for a bit. An outdoor amphitheater offers larger scale performance opportunities, which I wish I'd found the occasion to come down for. Additionally, there are a couple of miles of trails on the site which run through bucolic hilly territory and offer a variety of sights and sounds. There is no charge to visit the site, and an abundance of reasons to be driving on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Note that the musical performances are seasonal.

This was a great place to stop while I rode through the Blue Ridge Parkway on my motorcycle. I…read moreneeded to take a break, and as somebody who likes to play the guitar (calling myself a musician might be a bit of a stretch) I couldn't pass this one by. They have a wonderful little museum on the history and development of Appalachian music and instruments. Some of it is interactive as well. I was there on a Saturday and they had local musicians playing some of the old Appalachian music outside in a little covered area, sponsored by the BLM I am assuming. In a smaller building they have a whole section pertaining to the old moonshiners of the region, explaining their craft and their inevitable run-ins with the revenuers. I didn't make too many stops along the way but I am very glad this was one of them as it was totally worth it!

Great smaller concert venue! I'm sure it depends on the show, but I felt we had plenty of standing…read moreroom during the concert we went to. Thank you to this venue for offering $1 bottled waters - that is truly unheard of these days! Free parking garage and several great restaurants right next door. I only wish that for a Sunday night 20 year reunion show with a middle aged crowd that they would start a show an hour earlier!

Great local music venue! Easy to park and very decent prices on drinks. Can easily see the stage…read morefrom any vantage point. Had a great time seeing Carbon Leaf , a favorite band from college.

Just a pretty good time. Enjoyed the free music. Parking was tough but everyone was chill. Bar…read moretender was responding!

I've been to see two recent music shows at this charming roadhouse. Both shows (Onyx Club Boys and…read moreCarolina Cutups) featured great music and a fun crowd. This cool old school roadhouse is far enough outside downtown Chapel Hill to be a non-college kids hangout of welcoming locals. The music is good, the beer is cold and pretty cheap, and the bartenders are warm.

What a great spot for concerts!! Small and intimate and no matter where you stand, so close to the…read morestage! They have tons of local bands too that are just starting so another great way to support local artists. We came for the Tantric concert but heard a couple opening bands that were fantastic! They do have alcohol, beer, wine, seltzers. Bartenders and staff a friendly! They do not serve food but had a food truck tonight. Parking is easy to find nearby with a quick walk to the venue! We will definitely be back!

Returning on Sunday 6/8 after my first visit 12/24. It was…read moreSinger/Songwriter evening and I was mainly there to see Todd E. It's not a terrible drive from Fort Mill, SC, about 45 minute on a Sunday afternoon. I was able to park right in front of the Venue and my ticket was waiting at will call. A smooth and easy check-in and I was able to talk to Todd before the show. I've seen him several times when he collaborates with other musicians but this was the first time solo. He played a mix of originals and covers. After several songs others joined him for several songs. They were all great on a Dave Mason original, Feelin Alright. Many know the song from the Joe Cocker cover. The band was great, Todd with some great guitar licks and a lead riff, the bass player was laying the line, the drummer on time and the keyboard player, Bazz The GranDude, with a nice mini-solo. Very impressed with the lady on the mixing board. She was out front on her iPad and got the vocal & instrument mix solid. It was a fun time and I hope to return before the summers done.

We wanted to try a new place for lunch today and the Reeves Cafe is only open for lunch on…read moreSaturday. It's wonderful to see how this historic landmark building in downtown Elkin has been so beautifully preserved. The lobby of the old theater is the location of the cafe. You place your order at the bar and it's delivered to your table once it's ready. The lady working at the bar was very nice and helpful. Although the cafe was pretty busy we didn't have to wait long for our order to arrive. They offer a nice selection of sandwiches and sides. The soup of the day was pepperoni pizza soup...didn't give that one a try but it sounded intriguing. The bread used to make the sandwiches was better than most restaurants and the quality of the food was excellent. They have regular events with live performances each week inside the theater. More information can be found on their website.

Update: the cafe has closed in 2025. The bar and the music venue are still tops! There are a few…read moresnack and sweet treat items available.