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Funky Raleigh bar with pool, pinball, multiple TVs, and a strong drink menu. Fast service keeps the room energized every night.

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The Bison Bar

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Enjoy pool, pinball, live music, and affordable drinks at The Bison Bar in Raleigh. A local favorite for games, cocktails, and good times.

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The Bison Bar offers a simple yet lively bar experience, featuring pool tables, pinball, and multiple TVs ideal for sports fans. Guests enjoy fast service, great cocktails, and a welcoming crowd that blends casual with trendy in Raleigh.

What to Expect:

    🎱 Pool tables and pinball games
    🍹 Strong, reasonably priced cocktails
    🎶 Live music and sports broadcasts
    🌿 Outdoor seating available

Important Information:

    – Open daily from 4 PM to 2 AM
    – Located inside Jerry's Grill
    – Wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, and seating
    – No reservations; walk-ins only
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📍 Local Insights

🎱 Game Ready: Pool and pinball are available every night; weekends tend to fill up around 9 PM.

🍸 Drink Deals: Tuesday half-off drinks bring a packed house; great time to try signature cocktails.

🕺 Live Music Nights: Live performances run mostly Thursday through Saturday starting around 9 PM.

🚗 Parking Tip: Free parking is plentiful early evening, but can become tight after 9 PM; consider street parking nearby.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Tuesday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Wednesday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Thursday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Friday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Saturday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

Sunday: 4:00 PM–2:00 AM

👉 Best For

Groups, game nights, live music fans, casual drinkers
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The Bison Bar

815 E Whitaker Mill Rd
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Raleigh
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NC
27608

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
The Bison Bar is loved for its fun, dive-bar atmosphere with friendly bartenders and affordable drinks. Regulars enjoy the games and live music. However, some mention occasional rude staff and sporadic crowd issues, but overall, the spot is praised for its lively, welcoming space and strong service.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Great Cocktails; Hard Liquor; Beer; Wine; Happy Hour Drinks; Pool Tables; Pinball; Sports on TVs; Live Music; Live Performances; Dancing; Outdoor Seating; Free Wi-Fi; Fast Service

📆 Best Times to Visit

Weeknights fill around 7 PM with steady crowds; Tuesdays bring half-off drinks; weekends busiest from 9 PM to close with live music Thurs-Sat.
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