The Bison Bar

📍 Leather bars in Raleigh

7.0

The Bison Bar in Raleigh offers a modern yet relaxed atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for those seeking a low-key night out. This local hangout is known for its attentive bartenders and aesthetic appeal, complete with an outdoor patio and classic bar games.

The bar's unique decor, featuring dollar bills and buffalo nickels, adds to its charm as an OG spot. Situated near Duke Hospital and shopping areas, it's a convenient stop for both locals and visitors. The Bison Bar is more than just a typical dive bar; it's a place where the staff ensures a satisfying experience.

Features and services of The Bison Bar

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Sport

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

The Bison Bar is in position 15 out of 43 in leather bars in Raleigh

Customer Reviews

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The Bison Bar has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 322 reviews on Google

Em

Chill, modern vibe with dope ªss bartenders and aesthetic. It has pool, an outdoor patio area and some standard bar arcade games. Anthony is amazing and I appreciate his attention/catering to patrons experience and offering accommodations to drink alterations/requests!

Em ☆ 5/5
Alan Rodriguez

Great spot if you are looking for low key vibes.

Alan Rodriguez ☆ 4/5
Eli delacruz

Freezing temperature outside so parking was pretty easy. Few people were there, not crowded or loud. Ordered my drink, drank it and left. Quench satisfied, thank you Bison!

Eli delacruz ☆ 5/5
Rik D

College town dive bar. Local hangout. And not far from the Duke Hospital, shopping , cap blvd, etc… the dollar bills on the walls = OG spot still eatin

Rik D ☆ 3/5
Andrea Martin

Exactly what you expect for a dive bar- the bar is covered in buffalo nickels and dollar bills are spread across the ceiling and walls

Andrea Martin ☆ 5/5
Laudium Enoch

Had drinks here when I went to Raleigh it was a great place I even have some pictures to share. They had lights and decorations everywhere including wooden Indians which I took a few selfies with that were naughty I guess.

Laudium Enoch ☆ 5/5
Heather URight

If you're looking for a small local bar with great staff....this can be your new fav spot..make sure to become a member so you have more money for drinking! Dont forget to leave a dollar to remember the good times!!

Heather URight ☆ 5/5
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Information about The Bison Bar

Address

The Bison Bar is located at 815 E Whitaker Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608, United States

Phone

The phone number of The Bison Bar is +1 919-754-8670

Business Hours

Monday: 16:00–02:00
Tuesday: 16:00–02:00
Wednesday: 16:00–02:00
Thursday: 16:00–02:00
Friday: 16:00–02:00
Saturday: 16:00–02:00
Sunday: 16:00–02:00

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