Foundation is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

1. Foundation

8.8
213 Fayetteville St (at E Hargett St), Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · 71 tips and reviews

Todd B.Todd Buker: Not a lot of room, but a great bar all around. Great selection of whiskeys and unique cocktails.

Bryan S.Bryan Smith - Pravada Photography: Great whiskey spot, but only American whiskey and bourbons

Todd W.Todd Williams: Great bar. Excellent bourbon list. I would go with the Old Fashioned. Perfection.

The Oak is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

2. The Oak

8.6
4035 Lake Boone Trl Ste 115, Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · 15 tips and reviews

Michael D.Michael Dorsey: Great place if you love a whiskey bar. They serve beer on tap, wine, and cocktails. Wait staff is very friendly!

FeliciaFelicia: Their whiskey sour is great!

Allicat22 W.Allicat22 W: Beef & bacon sliders are really good, also the sesame tuna. The veggies with the tuna were a wee bit too salty with soy sauce. NY strip was really tasty & tender. Huge bourbon & whiskey choices.

Whiskey Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

3. Whiskey Kitchen

8.3
201 W Martin St. (McDowell), Raleigh, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

Andrew R.Andrew Rohm: Heated outdoor seating, extensive whiskey selection, delicious NC-inspired food!

Ethan M.Ethan Moore: Cool location, huge whiskey selection. Didn't have any food, but would want to come back for some

Jeremy R.Jeremy Robinson: The incredible bourbon selection + the patio = a wonderful night in DTR

Boxcar Bar + Arcade is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

4. Boxcar Bar + Arcade

8.9
330 W Davie St (S Harrington), Raleigh, NC
Bar · 31 tips and reviews

The News & ObserverThe News & Observer: Boxcar has a wide collection of draft beer, bourbon and pinball and video games. The back of the bar features skee-ball, air hockey and Atari, Nintendo, Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis consoles. Read more.

Niki B.Niki B: Lots of arcade games, a decent bourbon selection and fun patio games outside.

Carlos R.Carlos Russo: Great concept. Love giant jenga outside!

C. Grace is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

5. C. Grace

8.1
407 Glenwood Ave (at Anwood Pl), Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · 46 tips and reviews

Renaissance HotelsRenaissance Hotels: Step into an Anne Rice novel and have a cocktail made with Earl Grey tea, bourbon and lemon. It’s a sophisticated take on iced tea. For more local tips, follow us on 4sq or check out www.renhotels.com

Andrea K.Andrea K: Bourbon lovers: Night on the porch, Earl's Tea, and the Kentucky Maid.

Marisol B.Marisol Barcenas: Crafty cocktails and live jazz.. I loved the lounge atmosphere, definitely one of the best bars in the downtown Raleigh.

William & Company is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

6. William & Company

8.8
616 N Person St (Pace St), Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · 3 tips and reviews

DJ G.MAC!DJ G.MAC!: THE best whisky sours! #IHaveSpoken

Justin 📍Justin 📍: Great vibe and fantastic drinks without being fussy. The Aperol gimlet was 👌

Cyn B.Cyn Bula: Everything

The Hop Yard is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

7. The Hop Yard

9.1
1141 Falls River Ave #122, Raleigh, NC
Beer Store · 9 tips and reviews

Larry J.Larry J: Great selection of beer and wine to go. Great selection of beers, wines and Bourbon, Whiskey and Single Malt Scotch to enjoy on site. Great staff and Ownership!

Mike B.Mike Brown: One of the largest bottle/can selections in the area. 18 taps that are kept quite varied & interesting (plus easily checked out through Untappd). James and Austin can handle any beer question you have

Will S.Will Sigmon: Phenomenal employees and a great shop!!

The Players' Retreat is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

8. The Players' Retreat

8.1
105 Oberlin Rd (at Hillsborough St), Raleigh, NC
Sports Bar · 92 tips and reviews

Eric B.Eric Bostrom: Great beer selection. Great wine selection. Great scotch selection. Great atmosphere. Get the Bernie Burger!

Melinda H.Melinda Hall: Great burgers, salads, wine and scotch selection... Get Alex as your server- attentive and fun to look at.

Ashley S.Ashley Spears: Great scotch list

Blind Barbour is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

9. Blind Barbour

8.5
3055 Medlin Dr (Dixie Trail), Raleigh, NC
Cocktail Bar · Southwest Raleigh · 4 tips and reviews

Allicat22 W.Allicat22 W: Great cocktails - The BOB, the smoked turkey, and city smoke are favorites. If you like bourbon and whiskey tell Joey what you like, he loves to help you find new favorites!

Michael D.Michael Dorsey: Great cocktails, friendly bartenders, and cozy neighborhood bar. Love the wood decor.

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hooker: Highly recommend

Beasley's Chicken + Honey is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

10. Beasley's Chicken + Honey

9.1
237 S Wilmington St (at E Martin St), Raleigh, NC
Southern Food Restaurant · 175 tips and reviews

Susan B.Susan Baldwin Stevens: Bacon-washed bourbon old fashioned in a mason jar is just right.

Kinsey B.Kinsey Brooks: Order the Gold Rush. Mmm bourbon.

BigSquidBigSquid: Simple, hip, comfort food....you'll love it!

Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

11. Relish Craft Kitchen & Bourbon Bar

8.6
5625 Creedmoor Rd (at W Millbrook Rd), Raleigh, NC
Café · Northwest Raleigh · 93 tips and reviews

FeliciaFelicia: The fried green tomatoes are a must try! Be sure to order a nice bourbon with your meal, too.

Henry S.Henry Solórzano: Great food! Lots of bourbon and whiskey choices.

Erin W.Erin Wheless: Love this place for Breakfast or Brunch! Awesome strong/bold coffee, great staff and always great food. Can't beat their Mater Biscuit, Southern Comfort, cheese grits or Gingerbread pancakes. :)

London Bridge Pub is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

12. London Bridge Pub

7.3
110 E Hargett St (at S Wilmington St), Raleigh, NC
Bar · 35 tips and reviews

Creighton B.Creighton Bostrom: The beer is yummy and the whiskey is oh so refreshing

Crash GreggCrash Gregg: 5pm to 2am seven days a week. Stop by and let Darren or Matt serve you a proper whiskey or one of their 65 bottled beers from around the wooorld

Downtown R.Downtown Raleigh: Impressive selection of international beers and wines. Patio out back is a great place to drink when the weather's nice.

The Raleigh Times is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

13. The Raleigh Times

8.2
14 E Hargett St (at Fayetteville St), Raleigh, NC
Gastropub · 232 tips and reviews

erin b.erin brasher: Try the sangria with Four Roses bourbon added to it. Let your hangover melt away. Sit with Jimbo (smoking times) for friendly service.

David B.David Blair: Really really really small pours. Got a bourbon neat and got maybe an ounce. Quite disappointing. Stick to beer so you don't get screwed.

ElisaElisa: Pork nachos and Bourbon selection.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

14. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

8.5
4325 Glenwood Ave Ste 5004 (in Crabtree Valley Mall), Raleigh, NC
Steakhouse · 33 tips and reviews

Elisha Gutloff, M.Elisha Gutloff, More Than Your Realtor: The whiskey rebellion is a must!!

Raleigh H.Raleigh Happening: The happy hour at the bar can't be beat - get there before 7pm and get the burger (it's normally like $14). It's one of the best burgers in Raleigh!

YolandaYolanda: Go to Flemings. Gotta get the Molten Cake...but you need to order about 15-20 minutes before you want it because they cook it after you order it. It's AMAZING! Read more.

Escazu Artisan Chocolates is one of The 15 Best Places for Whiskey in Raleigh.

15. Escazu Artisan Chocolates

8.9
936 N Blount St (at Cedar St), Raleigh, NC
Candy Store · 33 tips and reviews

Krystyn W.Krystyn Wells: The chili lime chocolate is amazingly tart and tasty. Wow! Pictured is the scotch (with gold flake), strawberry and balsamic (red), and brown butter vanilla.

Cynthia D.Cynthia Deis: The hot chocolate is deep and delish no matter what the weather is like.

Chuck O.Chuck Odom: Chocolate Heaven. Nirvana.