Best Cocktail Spots in Greensboro and High Point

Looking for the best cocktail bars in Greensboro and High Point? Whether you’re after a rooftop view, a hidden speakeasy, or a locally shaken craft cocktail, the Triad is brimming with memorable spots to sip. We’ve rounded up our top picks — perfect for date nights, group hangs, solo sipping, or a full-on cocktail crawl.

Where to Start Your Night

These bars blend artisanal drinks and amazing food for a great place to start your night.

Machete

LOCATION | 600C Battleground Ave, Greensboro
A sleek, upscale atmosphere with an evolving cocktail menu featuring house-made infusions and seasonal ingredients. Perfect for pairing with small plates or an elegant dinner.

Pro Tip: They are typically pretty busy. I would recommend a reservation.

Luxe Soulfood & Cocktails

LOCATION | 403 N Elm St, Greensboro
Comfort food meets cocktail artistry. Enjoy handcrafted drinks like their Luxe Lemonade or Bourbon Peach Tea alongside classic soul food favorites.

913 Whiskey Bar & Southern Kitchen

LOCATION | 913 S Chapman St., Greensboro

With a rustic interior, an intimate bar seating area, and an outdoor patio, you can’t go wrong with 913 Whiskey Bar. Expect a variety of spirits, including craft cocktails, bourbon, scotch, and whiskey; make sure to try the Street Walker and Te Kill Ya.

Bonus: They also have a full menu of delicious food like the Whiskey Burger and crispy deviled eggs.

GIA

LOCATION | 1941 New Garden Rd. #208, Greensboro

An elegant European-inspired restaurant with great food and delicious cocktails. Cocktails to try include The Muffin Man and Elvis Presley. And if you like a show, order the smoked maple sour that comes to you still smoking in a wooden box.

Pro-tip: If you choose to order food while you’re there, you have to get the octopus!

The Quarter

Downtown Greensboro

Inspired by New Orleans’ French Quarter, The Quarter is one of the most visually stunning bars in Greensboro — a two-story layout with a massive living tree growing out of the bar area, aerial dancers on weekends, and craft cocktails that match the ambiance. Both classic and specialty menus are available. If you’re taking out-of-town guests for drinks, The Quarter always impresses. It’s a full experience, not just a bar.

Best for: Groups, special occasions, showing visitors a great time in GSO

Don’t miss: Weekend aerial dancers and the specialty cocktail menu

The Hendrxx

2500 Battleground Ave, Suite B, Greensboro, NC 27408

Phone: (336) 370-6707

Hours: Mon 5:00 PM–10:00 PM | Thu–Sat 5:00 PM–1:00 AM | Sun 5:00 PM–10:00 PM | Tue–Wed: Closed

Greensboro’s most exclusive elevated bar and lounge. The Hendrxx is a posh, intimate speakeasy experience on Battleground Avenue designed to transport you from everyday reality — think sophisticated decor, curated music, live DJs, themed events, and crafted cocktails alongside decadent desserts. The brainchild of Greensboro transplants Jermon Russell and Kerry Smalls, who built the bar they always wished the Triad had after years of traveling to cities with a more vibrant nightlife scene. Weekly programming includes R&B Thursdays, Soundbooth Saturdays, and global music nights. Capacity under 100 makes every visit feel exclusive.

Best for: Upscale date night, nightlife, themed events, elevated cocktail experience

Don’t miss: The espresso martini and R&B Thursdays

Crafted Cocktails with Vibe

Bitters Social House

LOCATION | 307 State St, Greensboro
A unique cocktail lounge experience, Bitters Social House invites guests to connect over drinks. Housed in a cozy converted home, this screen-free bar offers craft cocktails, mocktails, and THC beverages, all served with intention. With no TVs, a focus on community, and over 60 bitters to explore, it’s a welcoming space where conversation flows and creativity thrives.

Muddle.

LOCATION | 607 S Elm St. Greensboro

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Greensboro, Muddled is a stylish cocktail bar known for its intimate vibe, sleek interior, and artfully balanced drinks. With a rotating seasonal menu and fresh, house-made ingredients, it’s a must-visit for cocktail purists and curious sippers alike.

Dram and Draught

LOCATION | 300 West Gate City Blvd., Greensboro

An upscale bar with a relaxed, neighborhood vibe–but don’t let that fool you into thinking they’re average. They have some of the most creative pairings on the cocktail scene like the Green Tea Service and the Tropical Fire. Guest favorites include the Old Fashioned, Rolo Royale, and the Blackberry Smoke.

Bonus: They also have mocktails!

Marjae’s Wine Bar

LOCATION | 512 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27408

Planning a girl’s night out? Definitely check out Marjae’s–with cute photo ops, card games, and cocktails, you’re sure to have a great time! Favorites include the Blueberry Lemon Drops Martini and the Strawberry Lemonade Vodka.

Bonus: The menu features pictures of the drinks.

Grapes and Grains Tavern

2001 Yanceyville St, Greensboro, NC 27405 (Revolution Mill — The Stacks)

Phone: (336) 601-9292

Hours: Tue–Thu 4:00 PM–10:00 PM | Fri 4:00 PM–12:00 AM | Sat 4:00 PM–1:00 AM | Mon: Closed

Step into the 1920s at Grapes and Grains Tavern — a speakeasy-style bar nestled inside Revolution Mill’s iconic Stacks building, right next to the two massive smokestacks. Owned by Rusty Collins and Amy Pagano (her family grew grapes, his made moonshine), the bar offers 20+ boutique wines, 40+ bourbons, whiskeys and scotch, classy cocktails, craft beer, and live piano bar entertainment. There’s a beautiful outdoor patio by the smokestacks, a private upstairs venue space with pool table and private bar, and VIP seating on weekends. Food trucks pull up regularly. The whole experience is genuinely unlike anything else in Greensboro — hidden gem energy with a serious atmosphere.

Best for: Date night, wine lovers, bourbon enthusiasts, private events, live music

Don’t miss: The piano bar on weekend nights and the outdoor smokestack patio

Rooftop & Outdoor Cocktail Spots

These offer great outdoor areas to enjoy the fresh air with your cocktail.

ONETHIRTEEN Brewhouse and Rooftop Bar

LOCATION | 113 N Greene St., Greensboro

A 4-story bar and event space located in the heart of downtown Greensboro. Each floor has its own bar and a different theme–the second floor features a bourbon and whiskey bar. The top two floors are open-air rooftop spaces with magnificent views of downtown Greensboro.

Bonus: While they don’t serve food, they do host live music performances on the first floor.

Print Works Bistro

LOCATION | 702 Green Valley Rd, Greensboro
Refined cocktails, seasonal ingredients, and an inviting patio. Ideal for a relaxed yet elevated happy hour.

Limelight

LOCATION | 113 S Elm St, Greensboro

Downtown nightlife with flair. Colorful cocktails, rooftop or indoor seating, and club-style lighting make Limelight a go-to when you want to bring energy to the night.

Casual Neighborhood Favorites

1618 Midtown

Midtown Greensboro

One of Greensboro’s most respected upscale dining and cocktail experiences. 1618 Midtown offers creative, carefully crafted cocktails alongside a menu of contemporary American cuisine. The bar is worth visiting even without a dinner reservation — the cocktail program is thoughtful, the atmosphere is polished, and the service sets a high standard.

Best for: Special occasions, upscale date night, pre-dinner drinks

The Bearded Goat

LOCATIONS | 116 East Lewis St. Greensboro

The Bearded Goat has an atmosphere best described as a mix of industrial and rustic. Notable cocktails include the Citrus Vodka, though they have a great selection of bourbon, too!

Bonus: Has an outdoor patio with picnic tables and graffiti walls (including 2 goats, of course).

George’s Garage

LOCATION | 600 Battleground Ave. , Greensboro

George’s Garage combines vintage arcade games, chill vibes, and expertly crafted cocktails for the ultimate casual night out. Whether you’re here for game night, happy hour, or a relaxed weekend with friends (and pups), George’s Garage delivers fun on tap.

Bonus : They are a dog-friendly bar!

Cocktail Cove

LOCATION | 507 Simpson St., Greensboro

Stop by the cove for a chic, cozy atmosphere with a tropical theme. You can look forward to cocktails that remind you of warm days like the Mai Tai and Rum Runner. With both indoor seating and an outdoor covered patio, this is the perfect spot to go in the summer heat–or when you’re wishing it was still summer.

Neighbors

LOCATION | 507 Simpson St., Greensboro

We love the combination of a neighborhood bar with barbeque, and we think you will, too! They’ve got indoor and outdoor seating options, plus a take-out window. Stop by for top-notch cocktails like the Yachts on the Reg and the Dumb Starbucks. And don’t forget to grab their Chicago hot dog!

Bonus: A designated parking lot so you don’t spend half the night finding a spot.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade

LOCATION | 120 W Lewis St., Greensboro

Cocktails…and arcade machines? Boxcar has it all: a full bar, dozens of arcade games, fresh pizza, covered patio seating, and live music. It’s been voted one of the best bars in Greensboro, and with drinks like the Cheat Code, we can see why.

Bonus: They are dog-friendly!

Bourbon Bowl

LOCATION | 531 S Elm St., Greensboro

There’s nothing like bowling with friends while enjoying a good cocktail. And you can do both at Bourbon Bowl! With 6 full-service bowling lanes, a cocktail bar, a full menu, and indoor/outdoor dining areas, this is a place you and your friends will want to visit again and again.

Pro-tip: Make sure to try the apple martini bourbon.

The Rhino Club

LOCATION | 315 S Greene St, Greensboro

Members-only speakeasy vibe without the pretension. Known for bold flavors like their Candy Sriracha Wings, their bar program also delivers strong cocktail game.

Pro Tip: Plan a whole date night and walk right across the street to the Carolina Theatre.

Downtown Classics & Late-Night Spots

Grey’s Tavern

343 South Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401

Phone: (336) 617-5341

Hours: 11:30 AM – 2:00 AM (late-night food available)

A downtown Greensboro institution with one of the best late-night atmospheres on South Elm Street. Grey’s Tavern serves local beers on tap alongside a variety of mixed drinks — but it’s the atmosphere that keeps people coming back. The space comes alive later in the evening with a small dance floor, live music and DJs on Friday and Saturday nights, and a crowd of regulars who treat it as their go-to downtown spot. They also serve food — the burgers are consistently praised as some of the best in downtown Greensboro, big, juicy, and made to order with fresh-cut fries.

Best for: Late-night drinking, dancing, live music weekends, South Elm crawl anchor spot

Ritchy’s / Longshanks & Shortshanks

106–108 W McGee St, Greensboro, NC 27401

A downtown Greensboro original and one of the most storied bar complexes in the city. The Ritchy family transformed two derelict McGee Street buildings in the late ‘80s and created what became one of the anchors of downtown Greensboro’s revival. The complex now spans two addresses:

Longshanks (106 W McGee St) — upstairs billiards bar with pool tables, a casual sports bar atmosphere, and great people-watching. One of the best pool halls in the Triad.
Shortshanks (108 W McGee St) — the ground-floor companion bar with its own personality and vibe.

Ritchy’s hosts a weekly Blues Jam, karaoke nights, open mic events, and live music throughout the week. The Wednesday $4 whiskey special has its own following. A Greensboro original through and through — one of those places you go to remember what downtown Greensboro has always been.

Best for: Pool, live music, Blues Jam, karaoke, late-night, downtown character and history

Don’t miss: The weekly Blues Jam — one of the most authentic live music experiences in downtown GSO

High Point Favorites for a Night Out

The Blooming Board

LOCATION | 142 Church Ave., High Point

A charcuterie lounge serving cocktails, wine, and beer? Say no more. A clean, airy atmosphere paired with a good cocktail is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The Frosé and French 75 are just two guest favorites. And while you’re there, pick up one of their beautifully crafted charcuterie boards to graze on.

Bonus: If you like variety, they have a seasonal cocktail menu that includes inspired creations like their pumpkin spice martini in the fall.

Planning the Perfect Cocktail Night Out

Here’s how to elevate your cocktail-hopping experience:

Mix your styles: Start casual, end upscale — or vice versa.
Grab food pairings: Visit our Best Restaurants in Greensboro or Date Night Restaurants to plan the perfect night.
Add a daytime activity: Check out Things to Do in Greensboro for tours, events, or arts to build a full-day itinerary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get the best craft cocktails in Greensboro?
Machete, 1618 Midtown, and Luxe Soulfood are consistently rated among the top for mixology.

Is there a cocktail bar with outdoor seating in Greensboro?
Yes, Print Works Bistro and Limelight both offer excellent patios and drink menus.

Are there any dog-friendly cocktail bars?
George’s Garage is pet-friendly and perfect for social nights with your pup.

Raise Your Glass to the Triad’s Best

From hidden gems to downtown favorites, the cocktail scene in Greensboro and High Point is buzzing with flavor and creativity. Whether you’re a classic martini fan or prefer something smoky and new-school, you’ll find your perfect pour right here.