I love the ambience of this location. The location has cozy seating selections, the lighting was dim and just right. Plus, I loved all of the plastic greenery accents and animal pictures that correlate with the name of the location. The service was wonderful. There was only one waitress working but I considered her to be attentive even with the amount of customers there for hamburger Thursday. The owners were engaging and nice. I truly enjoyed my first visit here. Now let's talk about the food and beverages. I ordered the Jungle Bird drink. It was light, refreshing and contained a good equation of alcohol. I'll definitely order this again. The true reason my date brought me here was for the hamburger, which they only serve on Thursdays after 6 pm. The burger was one of the best burgers I've ever eaten. No cap! This local establishment knows who to cook a great burger. It was seasoned and cooked perfectly, plus the toppings included a delicious house made sauce and a pickled veggie (I think it was squash). Shout out to the chef, owners and staff at the Beagle. I am officially going to be a repeat customer. You absolutely have to try this place out the next time you are in Pittsboro! read more

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Short review here because we didn't stay long. We have come here several times and though a little pricey for what you get for the price (small portions of food or average cocktails they are trying to create something different). The cocktails are kinda of craft artisan with fresh ingredients and some creative combinations. But the low score is simply for watching the youngish female bartender make our drinks while continuously vaping (literally making them one handed so she could vape with her other hand) and blowing exhaled vape all over our drinks and the bar itself. The thing that bothered us the most was that it wasn't hidden and the other workers saw her doing it including the chef/manager or owner. Then, the kitchen started playing very loud music which seemed out of place but more so that it was feuding with the restaurant music and making conversation impossible. I'm all for a good track of Judas Priest at loud volumes but... This place a couple years ago was great, but the service has taken a bit of a drop and the prices have crept up quite a bit as well. read more

Update: As you can see from the owner's response below, the lack of professionalism speaks for itself. Instead of addressing feedback respectfully, they chose to respond with personal attacks, profanity, and an aggressive tone. This kind of behavior from a business owner is not only inappropriate but completely unacceptable. It sadly confirms the poor experience we had and reinforces why I would not recommend this establishment to others. Extremely Disappointed - Would Not Return I rarely leave reviews, but our experience at The Beagle in Pittsboro was truly upsetting. The service was the worst we've encountered in a long time. My mom waited over an hour for a drink she ordered, and when she politely asked to cancel the cocktail and just get a beer instead, the young blonde waitress shockingly called her a "bitch" and refused to continue serving us. We were stunned--not only by the unprofessionalism, but by the complete lack of accountability from anyone else working there. No manager stepped in. No apology was offered. As for the food: it was mediocre at best. Small portions, bland flavors, and certainly not worth the prices they charge. Absolutely unacceptable service, and sadly, nothing about the food made up for it. We won't be back--and we suggest others think twice before dining here. read more

We love this place! Great meat and cheese. You can get everything from wine and beer to high end cocktails in a place that marries style with the warmth of a hometown bar. read more

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I had no cocktail for over an hour. Once all the food was eaten & everyone at the table was finishing up their cocktail, I told the bartender to cancel my cocktail order & bring a beer. She cut me off, she said she didn't feel safe with me & I had drank too much (NOT), and called me a bitch & to not come back. SKIP the Beagle. read more

A quaint little cocktail bar just north of the courthouse circle in Pittsboro. Friendly and attentive staff. A tapas like food selection with different food specials a couple of days. I had a big lunch so l only snacked on the very good hummus. However, everyone else in my party enjoyed their flavorful looking dishes. read more

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Wow, just wow. If ever there were a pink Cadillac in the quagmire of time, the Beagle is it. Bryan, the owner is a bit of a dick but the rest of the staff are a delight read more

I always love coming here when I visit my mom. However our last visit was shockingly bad. We had to flag down a waitress to order. Then we waited ONE HOUR for food after having to ask where it was. When the cook brought it out two of the dishes I reminded him we also ordered crab dip to which he said "well I only have two hands". We then had to ask for our bill because our waitress disappeared. Upon receiving the check I had to pay at the bar because again....no one came to pick it up. It was not busy in there either. There was no excuse for the poor service we received. Even the people at the table next to us commented that we were ignored all night and how strange it was. People who came in several minutes after us were finished eating before we got our food. I'm highly disappointed in the behavior of some of the employees and the sheer amount of complete avoidance of our table at every turn. read more

A great addition to downtown pittsboro! Love the low key vibe! The drinks were great and loved the snacks too! We will be back next time we can get away for a date night! read more

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It's an awesome place with great cocktails and food. The hostess was not so nice when we came in and their sign said close for plumbing fix, we saw people in there so we went in, and she was very rude. She said like the sign says it is closed, goodbye. Otherwise, awesome place and setting. They need a nicer hostess! :) read more

The Beagle is absolutely my go-to spot in Pittsboro! My husband and I try to get there at least once a week to enjoy a fabulous cheese plate and a couple of interesting cocktails, to unwind from a hectic week. There are so many things I love about The Beagle. First, the quality of their food is top notch. Everything from the oysters, to the deviled eggs, to the cheese plates, to the brunch offering has been just excellent. They do not have an expansive menu, but they take great care to make sure that everything they prepare is delicious and beautifully plated. The cocktails are both creative and aspirational. Each one offers a creative twist on a classic cocktail or drink trope, and I have enjoyed expanding my knowledge of craft cocktails through their creative offerings. In addition to their seasonal cocktail menu, they regularly create event-related cocktail menus to highlight holidays or events, and it is always a treat to check out these short term options as well. The location is cozy and charming, and I regularly refer to The Beagle as my corner speakeasy, although I do not think that term really applies. It is just such an inviting nook right in the heart of downtown Pittsboro. Finally, the owners and staff are just the nicest people. No matter how busy it is inside, the owner always takes a minute to come over and chat for a bit, and we are always appreciative. read more

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We went to The Beagle for dinner and I ordered a Cosmo with "lots of lime." It was the BEST Cosmo I have ever had.

Great place to check out in Pittsboro. Ambiance is awesome and the staff is super friendly.

The owners have brought years of experience and commitment to a craft cocktail menu that make this the best keep secret in Pittsboro. They care, so does their staff. Of the craft cocktails, try the "Rescue" or Brendan's take on an Old Fashion with Ryle whiskey. Their craft offerings add some change with the seasons and the holidays. The staff is attentive, the bar team is efficient. This is cozy place with plenty of atmosphere. Their tapas ideas as well executed and fairly priced. Try the brunch menu, with several different variations of Eggs Benedict. read more

the food is delicious, such wonderful options for shareable snacks to the full meals. the cocktails are one of a kind and phenomenal. everyone who works there is fabulous and the service is pristine. the vibe is 10/10 and i couldn't recommend more read more

If I could leave more stars, I would! This place is such a breath of fresh air for Pittsboro's food and nightlife scene. It's warm and inviting and the food and service were amazing. The handcrafted cocktails prepared by Morgan were spot on! We went last Wednesday April 30th. In fact, I'm pretty sure we were there the same night Pam P. and Matthew P. (both reviews on here) were there and I distinctly remember the chain of events very differently. I feel compelled to share my third-party point of view since I personally know how hard it is for small businesses when they receive negative reviews to recover from them. It seems that a female (presumably Pam P.) asked the server/bartender to sample a bottle of wine, which the server promptly provided, but was quickly declined by the female guest. I also clearly remember the female approaching the bar and aggressively (not politely at all as stated in Matthew P.'s post) insisting on a beer. The next thing I saw was a female and two males abruptly leaving and while on their way out I clearly heard the female guest call the bartender a bitch, not the other way around as stated in Matthew P.'s review. I felt horrible for the poor bartender who, by the way, appeared to be the only server/bartender working that Wednesday night. It was Italian night so they were pretty busy. But I digress. Getting back to my review, I would strongly suggest trying the Beagle if you're ever in the Pittsboro area. You will not be disappointed. Order the gnocchi if you're there on a Wednesday. Delish! read more

This place has a great vibe but the food and cocktails are mediocre at best. Recently had Fancy Ham on a baguette. It was terrible! Maybe one little spot of dijon mustard and a lump of meat in the middle. Husband had a fly in his cocktail which was mostly ice and only half full. read more

This is the 4th time my husband and I have visited The Beagle. The first three times were just for drinks, each one more delicious than the last, but tonight we went for the red sauce special, which was sausage meatballs and peppers. So tasty! As usual, the service was great, the drinks were smooth, and we fully enjoyed our experience. read more

What a great night for ladies night! Evan was great, prompt and nice. Food and drinks were really good! Wasn't as crowded as I've seen on other Friday nights, maybe because of the rain, still a fun time! read more

Fabulous spot, great drinks and beautifully decorated. Our bartender Josh was super friendly and made us some incredible cocktails! Thanks Josh! We'll be back! read more

Very warm and welcoming owners and staff. Lovely ambiance. Excellent cuisine with fine ingredients & wonderful Craft Cocktails. We will definitely be back! read more

burger was bleeding after asking for medium well. Then it was cooked like charcoal. Also the wait staff seemed to all be drugged or something. Super slow and rude server. read more

Cute, casual place to enjoy some delicious cocktails and appetizers. Staff was friendly and service was great. A nice addition to Pittsboro. read more

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Small, cozy spot in the heart of Pittsboro with plenty of parking. Great staff and creative menu with an amazing blend of flavors and textures and cooked to perfection! I love to eat there and take home another selection for the next day! You should definitely stop by! read more

Great cocktails, ambience and fresh food. Wonderful staff! Absolutely love this little gem in downtown Pittsboro!

Yesterday, Sunday, 9th, I finally went Into The Beagle, ordered Eggs Bendict with Salmon. It was worth the wait in making up my mind. Absolutely Perfection, had with side of fruit and One spicy Bloody Mary. Wish more places service Eggs Benedict on the weekends. I WILL BE BACK SOON. read more

Excellent place to have an incredible cocktail. Great atmosphere! Highly recommend! Love it-- you will to.

This bad experience actually came from how we observed another customer being treated. The server accidentally dropped a cocktail and the glass shattered and fell in the lap of someone at the table. Two of the people sitting at that table were drenched with the cocktail that spilled and one was picking glass from her clothing. Accidents happen and the two customers were actually very calm and understanding. The mistreatment came when they brought them their bill. They charged them them the full amount - including the drink that was spilled on them. read more

This place gives me bad vibes/creeps. I've been twice. First time the owner (or she may have been a manager) was extremely rude when we walked in. The drinks and food were sub par both times. Maybe my expectations are too high or something. It's not a place I will ever go back to after this second trip. I'm not sure what the deal is at this place but I'm assuming maybe unhappy workers? read more

Love this place! Creative drinks and food menu. Staff are wonderful. Great atmosphere.