The Pinhook

Lots of great music flows through here, local and non-local. Even when I don't have time to check out who's playing when I'm heading over, it's always a pleasant surprise because the booking is rock solid.
Excellent cocktails at a cheap price, very friendly staff, patio out back when you need a breather, excellent sound system, free popcorn, excellent trivia, movie nights. The list goes on.
My favorite Durham Bar.

Just finished hosting a Soul Train party here as the Emcee for an organizations fundraiser, and have also had this venue be one of our locations for Troika...There is definitely an eclectic mix of audience and music at this particular venue and it is a great place to get your dance groove on.......

one of my favorite bars in Durham, especially on a down night. The staff is super friendly, the patio is great, and they have free popcorn.