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The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge

Bar · Durham ·

The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge

Bar · Durham ·
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13 Best Gay Bars, Restaurants, and Coffee Shops in Raleigh and Durham | Eater Carolinas

"With sweeping rooftop views of downtown Durham, a patio where dogs are welcomed and often encouraged, and a vegan/vegetarian-friendly menu to accompany the drinks, the Velvet Hippo has quickly become one of Bull City’s favorite queer-owned venues. The craft cocktail list changes frequently, and there is what is probably one of the largest selections of low- and no-alcohol mocktails in town for those who want to enjoy the view without paying for it in the morning." - Matt Lardie

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Rooftop bar with craft cocktails, dog-friendly patio, and skyline views

rooftop bar
craft cocktails
dog friendly
lgbtq+ friendly
great vibe
friendly staff
creative cocktails
seasonal drinks
Google Rating
4.6 (301)
Yelp Rating
4.5
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119 Orange St 3rd Floor, Durham, NC 27701 Get directions

$10–20

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Good for groups
Good for solo dining
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Rooftop bar with craft cocktails, dog-friendly patio, and skyline views

rooftop bar
craft cocktails
dog friendly
lgbtq+ friendly
great vibe
friendly staff
creative cocktails
seasonal drinks
Google Rating
4.6 (301)
Yelp Rating
4.5
Featured in Eater
Featured in
Featured in Food & Wine
Featured in

119 Orange St 3rd Floor, Durham, NC 27701 Get directions

$10–20

See Menu
Restroom
Cozy
Trendy
Good for groups
Good for solo dining
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