"Pinhook has been a staple of the downtown Durham queer scene since opening its doors in 2008. It’s back with live events after an extended pandemic closure, with near-nightly shows, regular drag performances helmed by hometown drag diva Vivica C. Coxx and her House of Coxx queens, and more. Think queer bar meets rock venue meets dive bar, with PBR tall boys, draft beer, and cheap well drinks. Owner Kym Register also fronts the queer country-funk band Loamlands." - Matt Lardie