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Asheville, NC
Best Bars (Nightlife) (10 Overall Closest) |
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Barley's |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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42 Biltmore Ave, Asheville 28801 828-255-0504 |
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Description:
DOWNTOWN. Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria is appropriately named for the things they do best: beer and pizza. But this is better than just beer and pizza. Barley's offers an enormous variety of specialty beers on tap and by the bottle, and their pizza is truly some of the best anywhere. Other menu items are good, but the pizza is the real reason to dine here. Live bluegrass, folk or jazz bands perform several nights a week, and an upstairs room offers pool tables and darts, available by the hour. |
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Club Hairspray |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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38 N French Broad Ave, Asheville 28801 828-258-2027 |
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DOWNTOWN. Inspired by the 1960s film "Hairspray," this gay bar features dancing, DJs, live bands and karaoke. The cabaret shows starring female impersonators highlight the entertainment. Pool tables, air hockey and video games keep guests stirring. Daily drink specials feature $3-5 cocktails and $1-3 beers. |
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French Broad Brewing Tasting Room |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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101-D Fairview Rd, Asheville 28803 828-277-0222 |
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BILTMORE AREA. The tasting room of French Broad Brewing Company invites folks in to learn about the brewing process, to sample the end product, and to relax with friends to the company of a pint or two. The establishment has also built a strong following on its slate of live, local music. Five nights a week, musicians from the area regale attendees with their own brand of sonic entertainment. Expect everything from ragtime blues and ukulele to folk, country, rock, indie, and acoustic. |
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Hookah Joe's |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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38 N French Broad St, Asheville 28801 828-252-1522 |
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DOWNTOWN. This Eastern-inspired lounge exudes comfort and mysticism. Plush ottomans and banquettes surround the low hookah tables, and colored bulbs illuminate the dim space. The wide selection of Shisha flavors includes pistachio, chocolate mint, Arabic coffee, triple apple, fruit cocktail and margarita. The bar's offerings range from microbrews to martinis. |
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Jack of the Wood |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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95 Patton Ave, Asheville 28801 828-252-5445 |
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DOWNTOWN. Taking its name from the Green Man figure of northern European mythology, this easygoing pub has a real local feel. Patrons hang out throughout the day, nursing pints of ale while they engage in conversation on a variety of topics. Inside the wood and brick-wrapped establishment, folks also enjoy live bluegrass, mountain, and Celtic music played with passion and dedication. Craving a bit of nourishment? Appetizers, sandwiches, fish and chips, and beef stew fit the bill. Also on hand: bourbons and single malt scotches. |
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Mellow Mushroom |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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50 Broadway St, Asheville 28801 828-236-9800 |
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Gourmet pizza chain offers plentiful pies, calzones, salads and a popular beer selection. Don't miss Wednesday's \"mellow trivia\" night! |
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New French Bar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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12 Biltmore Ave, Asheville 28801 828-225-6445 |
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DOWNTOWN. This downtown bistro offers tasty Continental fare and a wide selection of drinks in a sophisticated atmosphere. Entertainment every night of the week.
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O. Henry's |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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237 Haywood St, Asheville 28801 828-254-1891 |
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DOWNTOWN. A venerable presence on Asheville's gay nightlife scene, O. Henry's is considered to be one of the state's oldest gay establishments. Even with such history, O. Henry's doesn't rest on past laurels. The place is typically frequented by gay men from their 30s on up, and it's well-known for its daily drink specials. If you're interested in more than socializing, take advantage of pool tables, and maybe forge your own way with a little dancing. Membership at O. Henry's also buys admittance to Straps and LaRue's Backdoor. |
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Rezaz Mediterranean Restaurant and Enoteca |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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28 Hendersonville Rd Biltmore Village, Asheville 28803 828-277-1510 |
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BILTMORE AREA. Named for its chef and owner, this intimate wine bar is a boon companion to Reza's bright, high-ceilinged restaurant. Its contemporary ambience is enlivened with texture, vibrant artwork, and ambient lighting. The enoteca's menu of light fare takes inspiration from the Mediterranean world, featuring hot and cold sandwiches, make-your-own antipasti, petite entrees, and other small bites. Most vintages on the concise wine menu are available by the glass, half-bottle, and bottle. A great place to meet up for conversation and drinks. |
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Stella Blue |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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31 Patton Ave, Asheville 28801 828-236-2424 |
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DOWNTOWN. Stella Blue promises a rigorous lineup of live bands, and the crowds that accompany them usually assure good turnouts and lively shows. The varying slate delivers a ready change in musical styles, but you can expect to find hip-hop, blues, jazz, and everything in-between. A selection of games helps pass the time between sets, and alcohol of all sorts is available. |
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