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    Surf Inn

    4.3 (12 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 11:30 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    8 months ago

    Nicest people and very welcoming like family atmosphere bartenders are the best and friendly

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    2 years ago

    Very cool little bar with lots of regulars. Service is always solid and the bar snacks are delightful and, even better, free.

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    9 years ago

    I'm just gonna agree with Ben F.'s review. I really don't think I should be the one to let the cat out of the bag here.

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    5 years ago

    AMAZING bar! Definitely my go to spot! They welcome all people of all walks of life and has the small dive bar feel.

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    8 years ago

    off the grid bar, not common in charlotte. If your looking for a lowkey place to drink, Surf Inn is a great spot in Charlotte

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    10 years ago

    Shh...you aren't supposed to know about this hidden gem. Only go if you've been invited by a regular. I've already said too much!

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    Hattie's Tap & Tavern

    Hattie's Tap & Tavern

    4.6(71 reviews)
    3.1 miPlaza Midwood
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    We pop in for bingo (second Tuesday of the month) and always have a great time!…read more Parking can be a bit of a challenge, so I often find myself parking across the street, though I'm usually going at a busier time. The bar is divey, and you can find very cheap drinks, especially if you go for the daily specials. The bartenders are nice - beware that they do keep your card if you keep your tab open - and seem to know the regulars. In addition to monthly bingo, they seem to host drag events, have video games and board games available to play, as well as several TVs. Plus, dogs can go inside and out. The bar does not serve food, though usually there is a vendor there. Looking forward to next month!

    Part neighborhood pub, part dive bar, Hattie's has a reputation as a hipster hang out (I don't mean…read morethat in a bad way but I know some may take it that way). There is no food but they have cheap drinks, old school games, a spacious patio, and they host cool events like bingo night. Their motto is "Mind your P's and Q's" which I found amusing. I have only been in a few times so I can comment on if their patrons typically adhere to this code of conduct! Overall I think it is worth checking out if you've never been and maybe it will grab you and you will want to become a regular. Me personally it's a little out of the way to become a regular haunt located in between Plaza and NoDa but not walking distance from either. Also it's not that the service was ever unfriendly but I just didn't feel like it was my vibe. Still a cool bar though and I can see why other enjoy it.

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    Babylon Hookah Lounge

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    I went because I'm at Hookah Fan and it was close by. Displays really knows their Hookah and they…read morecater to that. The environment was more college like but the best part was the hookah. Overall, I will only go for Hookah if I was in the area it's not really my scene but if you're looking for a really good hookah this place has it.

    If you know your way around Charlotte nightlife, then you know Babylon is the go-to place at 2 am…read morewhen everything closes. I'll explain. Babylon is a hookah lounge and does not serve any alcohol. It is however, open until 4 am. So everyone comes to Babylon when clubs/bars close. For this reason, it gets PACKED after 1 am or so. Dont get me wrong, the venue in itself is pretty large. The hookahs are actually pretty good and there is usually plenty of parking here. The DJ is for the most part always good, playing top 40 hits, Hip Hop, Trap, Dembow, Bachata, Reggae, Reggaeton. People will absolutely be dancing here. Now, things to keep in mind: 1. This is not a classy venue. You are sure to run into drunken folks every weekend. It gets VERY crowded. This place is not for the "bougie" or "fancy" folks. If you're not into rowdiness, this isn't the place for you. 2. NO ALCOHOL is sold here. Just water/cold beverages. 3. Keep an open mind, this place is perfect for the group of friends who isn't ready to call it a night at 2 am. So drink the last of your drinks at whatever bar or club you're at and head to Babylon to dance all the drinks out of your system. Dress code isn't a big deal, whether you're in your sexiest club dress or jeans and a top, what matters is the vibes you bring in here.

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