We'll done, Young Hearts Distilling! Our dining experience was classy and memorable. I loved this…read moreambiance, decor, music, excellent dishes, and cocktails. We started with a pink colada, which was just beautiful. The bartenders hand crush the ice (that's a lot of work). I enjoyed the coconut and lime in this drink. We also got a pumpkin Milky Way stout, which was to die for! We shared the scallops, lion's mane mushrooms, and red potatoes. Everything was just excellent. The menu says the potatoes have cheese, but the bartender said they didn't come with cheese anymore. I think it would have been better with cheese. Everything was creative with so much flavor. The scallops and mushrooms were my favorite. We want to go back and try everything on the menu!

We came here for a private holiday party in the upstairs area, which had a heated patio and…read morecomfortable seating. The goat cheese ball with chèvre honey was delicious. The batter on the chicken breast was light and crunchy and the chicken was tender. Parking deck next door and free on weekends. Very clean restaurant

Pinetop Distillery is located roughly 5 minutes from Downtown Raleigh in Dock 1053 next to Lynnwood…read moreBrewing Concern. Tours are $10 and are available each Saturday from 1-5 PM on the half hour. You get two generous pours of both liquors, gin and moonshine, and a short tour of their facility (it is a very small space). On the tour we learned that pine top is an old nickname for moonshine which was interesting. Pinetop shirts are available to purchase and so are home-aging kits (this includes an oak barrel and a bottle of their moonshine which is the perfect gift idea).

Okay everyone, if you haven't checked out Pinetop Distillery, you should reverse your plans & check…read moreit out!! This is the first local craft distillery inside the beltline in the Loading Dock in Raleigh (only 5 minutes from downtown)! It's a locally owned distillery that uses all locally sourced products from local farmers to spice up their distillation process. The tour is awesome too because Tom knows so much about the process & you can tell he's passionate about bringing these craft liquors to Raleigh. Also, I loved the little tastes at the end. Surprisingly I'm now a huge gin fan - thanks Pinetop! Admittedly I don't know as much about distilling moonshine or gins, but they've got it down pat! The gin doesn't have that strong juniper taste, and it's so smooth! The moonshine was great too, not too strong either... loved it. What's even cooler: they're making holiday bourbon barrels that you can age your gin/moonshine to impart the oak & sweetness into the booze to turn it into a bourbon.... who doesn't love a little DIY bourbon project?! Such a great gift for people!! I'm stoked to try it out :) Love their tshirts too! All in all, Pinetop Distillery makes some great products & their brewery is definitely worth checking out... you'll learn a little, taste a bit, and buy up to 5 bottles to take with you (without having to go to the ABC store)!!!

If you're looking for a fun weekend date that feels cozy, elevated, and a little different, Weldon…read moreMills in Durham is such a standout. My husband and I visited recently for a bourbon tasting, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. Our mixologist, Berkay, was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. He shared the history behind each spirit and walked us through the tasting notes in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely enjoyable. The food menu was another big win, especially as someone who eats vegan. They offered vegan options, which made the experience feel inclusive and well thought out This is a fantastic spot for date night, a girls' night, or celebrating something special. They also host tastings, cocktail classes, private parties, and bachelor or bachelorette events, which makes it a great option for future plans. Highly recommend if you're looking for a memorable experience in Durham that feels both fun and thoughtfully done.

A new, unique spot in Durham! Highly recommend. We usually go to the Thursday night Salsa events,…read morebut the lunch menu is just as good! My husband and I had the street style egg smash, shrimp tacos, chick on a stick and gyoza. All excellent! The princess peach peach cocktail is

Wonderful bourbon tasting with Kristy and tour with Roy. Our fav was the honey blend. Above and…read morebeyond. Will definitely be back!

Tucked just off Main Street like a secret handshake, this distillery is where big flavor meets…read moresmall-town charm. It's a place where the stills serve as a beautiful backdrop, the drinks pour smoother than gossip at the diner, and the locals say the spirits are only half the reason folks come back. Sink into their seating like it's giving you a bourbon-scented hug. With cozy nooks, repurposed barrels, and wood tones warmer than your grandpa's campfire stories, this is where rustic charm meets 'never leaving this spot' comfort. Whether you're rocking on the porch with a cigar or kicked back inside, behind the bar you'll find Johnny and Kristi--part mixologists, part mind readers, and all-around good-time specialists. They got a pour smoother than a Sunday sermon, and a charm could sweeten straight bourbon. Come for the booze, stay for the buzz--it's Main Street's best-kept not-so-secret. Cheers!

We love this distillery!! The Bourbon is top notch!! They are double gold winners! That is rare for…read morea bourbon! The bartender was knowledgeable about each bourbon so that was very nice! The head distiller even stoped by and he was very interesting to chat with! We did book a spot through Harvest host also to RV onsite. Such a great experience!!

It was an easy access with our RV and the area spacious enough for parking. Communication and…read moreinstructions were nice and easy to follow. We had a nice one night stay and the goats... are TOO cute!! OMG... We did make a purchase of a bottle of gin. We were unable to do a tasting as they had a big party in there but that was ok. We bought it and had it later with a gin and tonic.

Great drinks and board games to play? Count me in! I love going to local breweries, wineries, and…read moredistilleries, luckily found this one on yelp. Drinks range from $10-$15 which is around the ballpark I expected. Staff were sweet, gave us suggestions on what to try, and also checked in on us quite often. They have board games that you can play so we decided to grab one and sat outside to enjoy our drinks. It was a cozy vibe inside but it was warm that day so we decided to sit outside. I forget the name of the drink but my favorite was a lemon tea that came hot. My friend loved the habanero vodka so much he came back to buy a bottle lol

I had no idea this was so close to where I live. Wish I found this sooner. Friendly staff, cozy…read moreinside, and a nice outside patio. They even had some board games we could play while we were there. Fantastic drinks! Definitely a great place to sit and sip while playing games!

What a lovely surprise to find this gem tucked away in downtown Durham! I had heard great things…read moreabout their espresso martini, so when we finally visited, we had to try it. And, it truly lived up to the hype. One of the best we've ever had! I also tried two other cocktails made with their house-distilled rum and gin, and both were delicious and perfectly balanced. The seasonal menu is creative and reasonably priced, we were genuinely impressed. The ambiance is charming and cozy despite a bit warm inside (the AC was pretty weak), but quiet and tastefully decorated with velvet couches, exposed walls, vintage touches, and fresh flowers on each table. We had fun flipping through their amazing cocktail book collection on the shelf too. The bartenders were very friendly and offered us focaccia from Ninth Street Bakery to pair with our drinks for free, which was such a thoughtful and tasty addition. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and are so happy to see a micro-distillery thriving in the heart of Durham. Can't wait to return for an official tour and to sample more of their spirits!

Really fun cocktail bar- that specializes in rums! First impression- I called ahead to see if our…read moredog was allowed to sit on the outside patio, and they told me not only is she allowed, but we aren't allowed to come without her. That response will get a smile every time. Super dog-friendly, to say the least, both outside and inside. Outside has several tables under a covered area, and inside has a few couches (with tiny tables) and a long bar you can sit at. We've been a few times now, and the service is super friendly and helpful, every time. It's small and intimate inside, but we never have a problem finding a seat! I love that they have snacks you can help yourself to, in airtight jars at the bar (peanut butter filled pretzels, sour worms, etc). Also important to note- the inside is NOT air conditioned. We stopped in on a HOT day, and it's brutal inside, with cloth couches and just one small fan. Love this bar, all of their cocktails (wine available too), and all of the staff! Will be back (a lot)!!

No trip is complete when going to Benson, NC if a person does not stop by the Broadslab Distillery…read more The decor is fitting and the service is always awesome. No food for us today, but in the past the food trucks have had great tasting food. From an Old Fashion, a Whiskey Sour, a Hummingbird Helles Lager and a flight of their new selection was a treat for the five of us. Each had their favorites. Of course a couple bottles traveled back home with us.

Hands-down, this place is top notch! Definitely worth this job if you're near the area or passing…read morethrough. TK is the best. Sunday afternoon afternoons she brings in summer down home cooking. She's a marvelous lady and has the place running like a well oil machine, good merchandise, good selection of beverages, in the hospitality is second and none. You'll feel like family when you walk in.

I went here on a Friday night and was able to be seated immediately for 4 on the balcony with a…read moregreat view of Franklin Street. The waitress was very attentive and friendly and we were able to our food and drinks with no difficulty. The Buttermilk fried chicken, and TOP burger were both good, although the Jambalaya, and Braised beef didn't meet the expectations, as well as the drinks. Other than that the service was great and the appetizers were very good. This is a good option for a family night, or a friends out if you're looking for somewhere with pretty good food and atmosphere. Also if you call early enough you can have a reservation in place, we went during a non-conference basketball game, and an away football game so the crowd was smaller as well so it may be much busier during home conference games.

I've come here pre Covid several times and the food was always very good. I want to start by giving…read morea huge shoutout to our waiter John. 1000 w smile, friendly, attentionate, sweet and very informative. I ordered the wild mushroom shrimp grit cake entree. I was expecting wild mushroom only had a few slivers of those. The grit cake was very thick and oily. The drinks were good though. The view is great and service is wonderful. Go for the drinks and go eat elsewhere