The parking is a real challenge so either get downtown early or take uber/ lyft . There is no food options here but the music certainly makes up for it. The vibe is fantastic. We love it here. Everything ,the music and the people make for a really great time. The drinks, just ensure to talk out what it is you are expecting. But the live guitar, drums and piano make up for anything gone wrong. You may choose a waitress if you sit down at a large table and the drinks come to you, I can't calculate if it's faster than waiting at the one bar line but it seemed. Check it out. Rumor is that it may be closing... read more

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We love this piano bar and had another great time. Great to go as a couple or group, and there young and old who go here. The musician are talented and fun, front desk staff friendly and servers attentive. We had a great experience and will return next time we visit the area again. read more

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So much fun, excitement, and entertainment. There is a 10 dollar cover charge at the door. No food to purchase but can have food delivered by Door Dash. Great band. Music selections are based on tips along with request from the audience. Great place for music lovers. read more

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The dueling pianos were great. They were good musicians. The crowd was lively . We sat in the back and enjoyed the show. Ambiance was a Piano Bar. We had a few beers and whiskey. Service was ok. We did not order food. Mark & Nancy. read more

One of the more fun things I've found to do in Raleigh. I've been to three dueling piano bars in my life. This one tops Vegas and Charleston. read more

I came with a meetup group, about 8 of us, and we were all strangers. Maybe that wasn't the best idea. Once the music started at 7:30, conversations were over! And I knew it would be loud, I guess I didn't expect the graphic songs to start so early. I do like that they include a drummer, I've been to many dueling piano bars, but I'd never seen a drummer. But be ready to pay a lot for your song. If you're not paying at least $20, you may not hear your song for a long long time. By 8:30, requests were up to 40 and 50 dollars! Good variety of beers and shots and cocktails. The $10 cover is pretty reasonable considering the security staff is needed with so much liquor flowing and how hard the bartenders and severs have to work. read more

Lots of fun for a group or a couple. Four very professional musicians that know how to get a crowd going and have some fun. They can rotate across pianos, drums and other instruments. Very energetic! Wait staff is great! They are energetic and friendly, quick the night we were there. Food is meh, but you don't go here for the food. Wings are saucy and good. Make a reservation to have a table. Cover charge does not apply to food or drink. Drinks are reasonable price. read more

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Perfect vibe. Makes me feel like I'm in an 80s movie. Service is fantastic and the menu is solid. Fantastic and original bar concept. Great idea for a night out read more

PLUS Dueling Piano Bar - Music Venues Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I am giving 5 stars because of the overall experience and good time I had. But I do have one issue/complaint and it has to do with house keeping. The staff were really friendly and nice, our waitress was awesome drinks were not too pricy and were really good. Didn't eat any food. We put up 6 songs and all 6 were played. We did 5 @ $5 and 1 @ $20 because we wanted to get it played as we were ready to leave..and they did. So early they played the $5 and pretty much in order as people gave them...but later some paid $40, $60 and 1 girl paid $100 to get song played and to sing the song and the band let her...pretty cool.. The band was awesome the way the 4 of them interacted and changed spots were awesome not just piano but full rock band (guitar, bass, sax and keytar) at times really cool. All 3 had great voices, one guy was more the soft rock and country, another was rap and all in between and the other was the rock voice.. The bathrooms were good but to me everything was sticky..when walking the floors in main area and bathrooms super sticky (you could feel your feet stick and the noise too) and even the table was sticky) I think a good deep cleaning and hot hot mopping would be good but I do understand it's a bar and stuff gets spilled and people also may get sick...lol... So over all not a big deal knowing I was in a bar and not a fancy 5 star restaurant. I highly recommend this place as I had a blast...$5 cover charge, free Jell-O shot when you paid but I didn't not take the offer as I don't do jell-o shots. read more

I love PLUS. I love that it's not like the previous dueling piano bar I have been to that was more formal and kind of stuffy if I'm honest - this is not that at all. This is just straight up a fun place to be where people very clearly love music. They have a small stage, lots of instruments, lots of drink options, surprisingly good food and BIG personalities. I'd recommend getting a reservation if you want a table, and know they fill up quickly once doors open. The crowd controls the music, I feel like there are some staples in the selections, as you'd expect, but there have been some truly wonderful surprises on my visits. You'll also see a mix of clientele, so the mood can change quickly, although the musicians do a great job of energizing everyone. Overall I love this place and love bringing people from out of town to visit. It is a unique and fun night out! read more

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It was my first time at PLUS Dueling Bar, I was excited to try it out. I love live music. We parked in a parking garage nearby, that is the best way to go on a weekend night. Just look for the blue sign with a capital P and public parking lots are nearby. There was a $10 dollar cover. When you walk in there are drink specials, including Jell-O shots. The musicians are on a stage that rotates at different times throughout the night: they worked hard to keep the energy up. The bathrooms were clean. The wait staff were really busy. All in all a good time, not a place to have a lot of conversation but definitely a place to people watch and listen to live music. read more

PLUS Dueling Piano Bar - Inside - Music Venues Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I have been hearing good things about the piano bar so I was excited to finally be able to check it out. The bar is located downtown so parking may be an issue. There is a parking structure nearby that you can park in. There is a $10 cover charge to enter to bar. I def recommend that you make reservations so that you have a table to sit at during your visit. I got there not too long after they opened and the bar was pretty full. We were seated at a two person table and later in the evening multiple people were seated directly above us in close proximity with no social distancing. The overall concept was cool with patrons able to request songs that the band would play. In order to submit a request you must include a tip. Songs were chosen based upon the amount of the tip. Most of the songs that were getting played had tips of $20 or more attached to them. There were two piano players that sang and a drummer. The band was really good and played a variety of music such as Cardi B, Bruno Mars and Def Leppard. The band performing WAP was hilarious. The host was also funny and allowed those that paid for songs to come on stage and dance during their request. The piano bar also offers food options such as wings, pizza, and fries. They also have $2 pizza slices after 10pm. The servers also walked around with shots for purchase. Our server was nice. read more

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Imagine hearing the karaoke version of Cardi B's WAP with comical commentary and featuring an accompanying band. Only at PLUS. PLUS is the perfect destination for a group outing or celebrating an occasion. The staff here are very organized,courteous, professional and hospitable. Security does an excellent job. The owner personally visited the tables to thank us for coming out and that was very classy. ( I think he was the owner ...) They run a tight ship here and I really liked that. I like that they serve different food, $2 pizza slices after 10, pizza pies and their menu features an extensive beer selection. I ordered the white horchata ale and it was creative. I booked a reservation for a table for 3 on open table. When I arrived there was a line to get in and pay the $10 cover charge. I informed the guy at the register that my party of 3 was now a party of 2. I was seated immediately and our waiter came over to greet us and take orders. The waiter was an attractive young man. The band consists of a cute drummer and 2 piano players who sing. The stage rotates 360 degrees so that no seat is a bad seat. You tip big and request a song by placing your piece of paper & money on the piano. The singer will invite you to dance on stage if selected. May the odds be forever in your favor. There were a lot of oldies played, few current songs but I enjoyed the humor, the crowd interaction and involvement. I only wish they had a bass player and were open all during the week. I look forward to returning to celebrate an occasion with a larger group. Thank You for your hospitality. read more

What an amazing time here!!! We came on a Saturday night! If you have a choice, pick Glenn as your server. He was on top of things and very friendly!!! Sit in his section!! You will not be disappointed in coming here!! It's great for all occasions!! Tip them well because they sure do deserve if! Super impressed with the talent and service!! Definitely will be coming back for the entertainment and to sit in Glenn's section! Also, Matisyahu!! Glenn will know lol read more

Cool dueling piano bar in downtown. Cover charge for $10 dollars but worth it for all the live music. The musicians were great but I thought the drums were too loud because it over powered the piano and the singers. Fun vibe where everyone is singing and dancing. They have late night food, we got the cheesy bread and it was really good. Drinks are a little pricey but not bad! read more

We had an amazing time. Great music and laughs. Highly recommended. I will definitely come back with my friends.

Oh god. Where do I begin? We had the worst time here. These guys slip unauthorized charges onto your card (which is required for reservations!) and I guarantee you'll find yourself paying way more $$ than you bargained for. We were having a wonderful time here one night, but unfortunately a bachelor party table filled with 20-something's put their drinks our tab, even though we didn't know them and didn't authorize it. My friends and I are all a bit older, married, and definitely not downing shots like those guys. We were at completely different tables. We were charged for their drinks, nonetheless. We disputed those charges. And then: the owner threatened us and threatened to "ban" us from any business using their same point-of-sale system. That would be impossible, so it was an empty threat, but it was concerning that the owner (or maybe manager?) would threaten it at all. It was unhinged. We found this place to be a scam. We liked our time here, but in hindsight we feel this is a venue that is going to scam its customers. And I can't recommend it. read more

We had such a great time here. We came on a Saturday night around 11PM so the place was quite full. We were able to snag a couple decent seats. We ordered some drinks and food and enjoyed the show. I've never been to this type of establishment before but based on reviews from others I kind of knew what to expect. They were calling out the big tippers so if you have something specific you wanted to listen to, be prepared to spend some money. There were some people tipping $50-$100. Although most of the music was not really my speed but they did have some awesome requests that were more in my realm. I, myself did not make any requests but enjoyed the show nonetheless. Regardless of the song, the performers were all so talented and made the whole thing fun. They are funny and lively, keeping the whole crowd What we ordered: - Slice of cheese pizza - Mild Buffalo wings - Side of fries (our waitress suggested some queso on the side abs that was a great idea) - A beer and a cider Our waitress was good and everything came out quick. I don't think that most people come here for the food anyways so it was just ok. I'm originally from upstate NY so I have a higher standard for pizza and wings. I'd pass on the pizza next time but then again it was only $2 so it wasn't terrible. I'm glad to see that they carried my favorite cider (1911). Literally everyone who works there must be multi-talented. One of the bartenders got on stage and sang beautifully. The person who checked our IDs got on stage eventually and played the drums. It's just amazing! I guess if you plan on coming early you can reserve a table/seat but it doesn't last all night. I would definitely come back with friends if I am ever in the area. read more

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I enjoyed our experience at PLUS. Great food, even better cocktails. I had the garlic pepper wings and fries. I tried several cocktails. The entertainment was different from any other experience. We had decent seats near the wall. I will be back soon! read more

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Been several time but most recently on our wedding night with our whole crew. All the staff was great - we had a blast dancing and singing with our now adult kids and their significant others. If you are looking for a fun active night - this is the place! You'll laugh and sing till you are hoarse. My only critique is I feel the drinks are weaker than the could be. Similar to drinks you'd find in a tourist bar/restaurant. Anyway , they still get the rare and coveted 5 stars from me as its always a good time and our go to when looking for an upbeat fun time read more

Probably one of the best nights I have ever had in Raleigh. PLUS, does it right making sure everyone has a great time, laughs and gets to hear a variety of music. The performers each have their own speciality which helps creating different sets. They really get the crowd involved too. Mix drinks were average, but they have other options available. Food is also available and noticed pizza and wings being a top hit. Didn't try the food, but looked decent for this type of establishment. Be sure to get a reservation ahead of time to secure a spot. Make sure you bring cash for music requests. Typically, people are spending $10-$20 per song. I will be back again for a special night. read more

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I left a song request with a tip and he threw them at me as I was walking away from the piano read more

I've had this place saved on Yelp for awhile now but never got around to coming here until tonight. It was a little hard for me to find via my GPS. It's around the corner, across from Hampton Inn. When I first walked in, the patron in front of me turned around and joked about just seeing me outside and gave me a high five. I knew I was in for a good time right there! I paid the cover charge of $10 and was escorted to my seat. I did not have reservations. By the time I sat down, one of the singers (who I later found out was the owner) was going over how things were going to go. He clearly stated that EVERYONE was welcome there. You basically write down the song you want to here, give a tip and place it on the piano. Pretty simple. The band sounded amazing. They put their unique spin on all the songs. I was there alone but didn't feel out of place at all. While I was sitting there, the owner came and talked to me. Which I was pleasantly surprised by. I usually see that in restaurants and not establishments like this. He's a really nice guy. The young lady handing out bellow shots talked to me and asked if I was having a good time. The young lady at the cash register taking cover charges came by and chatted with me for a few minutes too. They really made me feel welcome and not one time did I feel out of place. All in all I had an absolutely amazing time. The only regret I have is not hearing the song I requested. It was my fault anyway. By the time I mustered up the courage to put my paper on the piano, it was filled with many other requests. Next time, I'll do it much earlier before they get swamped. I am definitely coming back again! read more

First of all this place is awesome. The atmosphere is the best!!! The food and service is the best. The performances they do is the best. I can't explain it this is an must visit location. read more

PLUS Dueling Piano Bar - Music Venues Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Absolutely loved PLUS dueling piano bar, we had a fantastic time. Definitely didn't disappoint! Only complaint was that a lot of songs were old school, I guess because old people can afford to tip $50 to get their song played. It'd be nice to throw in current popular songs every once in awhile. The $20 fishbowl we got was also a bit stingy on the alcohol. The chips were good though. The MC was hilarious, I was super impressed by the band. Everyone sang and played multiple different instruments, truly impressive how they worked together. Overall a great experience, would be perfect for a birthday or celebration. read more

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Super fun venue!! Extreme musical talent! Unique experience every time you go! Bar/waitress crew are awesome! read more

PLUS Dueling Piano Bar - Birthday night fun - Music Venues Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I was so lucky to attend a fundraiser here or else it might have never been known to me. I love this place! I've been to dueling piano bars before, so I knew the general idea behind it, what I didn't know is the difference it makes when the owners take an active part in the process. It was obvious that they truly were passionate, talented and invested in making the evening a great experience for their patrons. The talent that they have just blows me away. They strongly encourage audience participation, the light shows that go along w the music are wonderful. The food was tasty. It was such a fun atmosphere! They knew a wide range of songs across several genres and years. And again, the TALENT! I can't say enough about these talented musicians. The evening I went was a fundraiser so the food was buffet style( pizza, wings, chicken strips, cake, cupcakes) The pizza was delicious! I would love to go back and try some menu items! It is loud when the music is going. This didn't bother me at all, but I would say it is louder than your usual bar/band type thing. That is something to consider if you are looking for something more intimate. The only negative that I can say about this place is the parking. However, given it's in downtown Raleigh, that was expected. There is a parking garage right past the entrance to Plus which cost me $5.00 for 3.5 hrs. I can't wait to go back on a "regular" evening and see what it's like versus being there for the fundraiser event. read more

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We love a good piano bar! I was excited that they had a place downtown so we could try it out. We went in early and it was freezing. The AC was pumping and it was 54 out. We tried to stay and drink to warm up for as long as we could, but we couldn't get warm. I want to come back to update my review because the talent was great and our waitress was awesome! read more

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They truly give it their all--blood, sweat, and rock 'n' roll! And they mix in a bit of blues, pop, rap, and hip hop too. These talented musicians pour everything they've got into each performance. It seems like they can all play every instrument and sing as well! They're incredibly multitalented and charismatic. The crowd is filled with celebrations--birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties, people from near and far all coming together to enjoy the local bar fare: fries, burgers, beers... the whole works. Thank you North Carolina, for a lovely sendoff. I will tell all my friends (and Yelp) about it. :-) read more

Great for a fun night out, especially if you want to just sit, eat food, and be entertained. The food options are made of American bar food (burgers, fries, pizza, etc) and come in a pretty decent quantity. Drinks are fun and include large bowls of colorful mixes. The music they play is up to the crowd. Most of it is typical piano bar music (google it), including Sweet Caroline, Don't Stop Believin', etc. If you tip $20 for a song request, then chances are they'll play it. However, $5 don't usually make it on their list, so be prepared to spend some money if you want to hear your favorite songs that are outside of the typical piano music. read more

Fun dueling piano bar with percussion, a rotating stage, good food and good drinks! Based on reviews, we expected the place to be packed on a Friday night, so we went early because we didn't have reservations. Sure enough, most of the tables were reserved, but we did have a few high tops or bar stools to choose from. We liked our table for two that was against the wall. We got there right when they opened at six, (no cover charge before 6:30), but we also didn't realize the show doesn't start until 8. So we had plenty of time to enjoy a relaxed dinner. The menu has appetizers, burgers and pizza. We tried the Bohemian Rhapsody pizza minus 'shrooms, and were very happy with the quality and taste. One pizza is a hearty meal for two. We almost finished it. Drinks are in line with the quality level. The performers are energetic, talented, personable and funny. FUN! Bring cash to tip them, they work hard and well deserve any and all tips, plus it helps to get your song requests played. They were playing quite the variety of requests. We got lucky that it never got crazy crowded while we were there, but we also didn't hang out super late. We have been to several dueling piano bars in different cities, and this is definitely the best we have been to! Note: the free R-line bus stops quite close. read more

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I went here two nights in a row for different parties. It's absolutely a fun place to celebrate, but do keep in mind there is a $10 cover charge and if you want any song played, you better tip at least $20 (and bring cash). The performers do make it pretty clear the biggest toppers are really the only ones getting their requests played. But they play all the standard songs you'd expect at a piano bar and for me, that was enough. I didn't try the food, but do try to jumbo Jell-O shots. They are delish! read more

Fun new place right off Glenwood South! I came here on a Thursday night for a friend of a friend's 40th birthday celebration. Thursday night is ladies' night, so ladies can get in free. The space is large and laid out well. The kitchen stays open until about 1:45 every night which is great! The drink special we took advantage of that night was half priced bottles of wine. The wine was $16 a bottle so we got bottles of wine for $8. It wasn't necessarily the nicest or best wine, but it was definitely good and there was a great variety and you can't really beat $8 for an entire bottle of wine. We also ordered fries for the group and they were good! They have a pretty decent menu as well. There wasn't a big crowd there that night, but there was definitely a nice amount of people there. The performers were great and definitely had a great charisma and presence. They were engaging with the crowd and definitely were entertaining. I truly enjoyed them. I will definitely be back and definitely suggest checking it out! read more

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Absolutely incredible! My cousin is visiting from Colorado and we decided to check it out. Food and drinks were great. The staff is amazing and the musicians are the best! It was like we went to a party with top notch entertainment with a bunch of close friends - everyone was singing, dancing and laughing together. Will definitely return soon! read more

PLUS Dueling Piano Bar - Stage - Music Venues Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I went with friends that came from out of town and we had a blast. Just make sure you bring cash and if you want them to play a song you requested make sure is $20 or more. It's really worth it coming down and enjoy the atmosphere and the music. The drinks and the food I got was good. Friendly and attentive staff and the musicians are really good. I will definitely be heading back here. Elvis Presley was in the building that night read more

BRING CASH! And not singles. The setup is that they perform songs requested by the guests. The song requests with the largest dollar amounts get priority. The musicians did a great job of covering a very wide range of music. We attended as members of a large group with a reservation. The tables reserved for our group only had enough seating for half our headcount. That leads me to guess they expect the people to crowd around the stage and musicians rather than stay at their table. According to the website, the show starts an hour after the doors open, but it was almost 2 hours before the show started the night we were there (a Saturday). I can't personally comment on the drinks as I only had water (driver), but others said they enjoyed the cocktails. There is a small outdoor space for anyone who needs a smoke break. read more

We love this place. Please give Carolee a raise. She is amazing. So attentive and kind. The music here is great and the musicians are amazing. Would 10/10 recommend. read more

So much fun!!! The band is so interactive with crowd work and you feel like you're apart of the show

We came on Saturday night expecting a pretty good time. It turned out to be one of the most fun things I have ever done! The music was amazing... I can't believe how talented the musician/singers were! The service is great... Maria was excellent and very attentive! I can't wait to go back again and again and again! read more

Amazing musicians and lots of fun! Waitress Alexis was great! Food was good. We had fun! I will come back again.