|
|
Comparable Schools'
Nightlife Grades:
Quick StatsUseful Resources for Nightlife
- triangle.citysearch.com
- www.rtplinks.com/Entertainment_and_Recreation/Night_Life
Student Favorites
- Carolina Brewery and Restaurant
- George’s Garage
- James Joyce’s Irish Pub
- Satisfaction Restaurant & Bar
- Shooter’s Saloon
Primary Areas with Nightlife
- Chapel Hill’s Franklin Street
- Durham
Favorite Drinking Games
- Beer pong
- Card games (A$$hole)
- Century Club
- Power Hour
- Quarters
College Prowler Take
Duke’s social scene involves a large amount of on-campus, organization sponsored parties with copious amounts
of alcohol. However, finding clubs and bars in the immediate vicinity can be difficult. Fortunately, for those who must have alcohol to get a party going (which is, arguably, the case for just about every campus in America), there are an abundant number of parties happening on campus where drinks are free, and no one’s checking IDs. Be aware that Duke Police do sometimes come to check up, and if need be, crack down on parties where underage drinking is rampant. In Durham, there don’t seem to be too many clubs or bars worth visiting. When you reach that great and enlightened club-and-bar-scene age, your best bet is Duke’s perennial college town standby, Chapel Hill. Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
Anonymous says:  |
I’m not a big partygoer myself,...
I’m not a big partygoer myself, but for those who do like that sort of thing, there are almost always frat parties on the weekends (and sometimes during the week, I think). George’s Garage, which is on Ninth Street, seems to be the most popular bar, and Shooter’s is also pretty well-liked. |
Anonymous says: |
Bars and clubs around here are...
Bars and clubs around here are lame. There is too much drinking and not enough Twister going on at the parties. |
Anonymous says: |
You really have to venture off...
You really have to venture off campus to find good night spots. The campus is about five miles from any significant town, so you would be doing some minor commuting. There are, however, several nightspots (bars) once you get there. I really haven’t been out too much because of the workload, since I major in law. |
Anonymous says: |
There are six or eight clubs...
There are six or eight clubs within a short distance of campus, but only a few bars. Most Duke students that want to drink at a bar choose to drive or take a bus to Chapel Hill, where there are literally a dozen unique bars. |
Anonymous says: |
If people want to go partying,...
If people want to go partying, they go to Chapel Hill, which is very close to Durham—around 10 minutes by car. I think there is a University bus going to and from Chapel Hill on weekends. |
Facts
Organization Parties
Most every student association, be it frat or minority club, throws parties with plenty of drinking and dancing. Sometimes they are held at clubs in the area (George’s is a favorite), but on-campus parties are just as common.
Club Listings
Ringside has a mysterious vibe about it, with tight hallways and shady bathrooms. DJs on the second floor spin techno and electronic music most nights. Ringside 308 W. Main St. Durham (919) 680-2100
Bar Listings
Carolina Brewery has won several awards for its drinks and food. They brew over 20 specialty beers including Dunkelweizen, Funky Monk Ale, and To Hell n’ Bock. Carolina Brewery and Restaurant 460 W. Franklin St. Chapel Hill (919) 942-1800
Charlie’s is a great local bar. It’s a favorite of many students for its laid-back atmosphere and promximity to campus. Charlie’s Pub & Grill 758 Ninth St. Durham (919) 286-4446
George’s is enormous. It holds a huge dining room, buffet line, full sushi bar, open kitchen, and a large bar. Drinks can be a little more expensive than the small neighborhood bars, but the atmosphere makes up for it. George’s Garage 737 Ninth St. (919) 286-4131
Mug Shots has a great menu and a large outdoor deck thats perfect in the warmer months. Mug Shots 746 Ninth St. Durham (919) 416-8595
Player’s is in nearby Chapel Hill and is a favorite of students and alumni. It offers great drink specials and have a huge dance floor with a variety of music playing throughout the night. Player’s 159 1/2 E. Franklin St. Chapel Hill (919) 929-0101
Satisfaction is one of Duke students’ favorite bars. Nightly drink specials draw students here. It can get packed on basketball nights. They serve a large variety of beers on tap and in bottles. Satisfaction Restaurant & Bar 905 W. Main St. Durham (919) 682-7397
Shooters boasts two bars and booths and tables for customers. It also has a dance floor, though not quite as large as some other clubs in the area. Shooter’s Saloon 827 W. Morgan St. Durham (919) 680-0428
The Duke Coffeehouse is open seven days a week, and offers bands, open-mic night, poetry readings, and film series. Duke Coffeehouse Crowell Building Durham (919) 684-4069
This bar offers music and live DJs. There are open-mic nights, jam sessions, jazz, and R&B nights. Talk of the Town 108 E. Main St. Durham (919) 682-7747
Try Joyce’s for a night of drinking, traditional Irish-style.
Visions is popular with females and offers a dance floor and pool tables. There is line-dancing and karaoke on certain nights. Visions 711 Rigsbee Ave. Durham (919) 688-3002
What to Do if You're Not 21
Many of the clubs (including George’s and Duke Coffeehouse) allow 18 and over, but you’ll have to rely on classic college fallbacks to get a drink.
Write for Us! College Prowler is actively seeking talented students to be "Contributing Authors," and assist with updating
the College Prowler guide to their school. This is a great opportunity for a student to gain internship experience, be a part of a nationally
recognized company, gain tremendous exposure, utilize new media techniques, and share advice with high school students about what life is
really like at your college. Read more >
|
|
