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Dive bar with pool, darts, and a slide. Offers craft cocktails, cold beers, rooftop seating, and a lively atmosphere with fast service.

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Johnson Street Yacht Club

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Experience quality drinks, rooftop seating, and bar games at Raleigh's Johnson Street Yacht Club. Dive into a diverse and lively scene with no cover.

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Johnson Street Yacht Club is a bustling dive bar providing excellent drinks, bar games like pool and darts, and a unique rooftop with outdoor seating. Known for its fast service and accepting atmosphere, it welcomes a diverse crowd including locals and groups.

Guests enjoy the downstairs and upstairs bars, patio, and rare bar features such as a slide and arcade games, making it a memorable spot in Raleigh. Women-owned and wheelchair accessible, it balances a lively, trendy scene with casual comfort.

What to Expect:

    🍹 Quality cocktails, beer, wine, and hard liquor
    🎯 Bar games including pool, darts, and arcade
    β˜€οΈ Rooftop and outdoor patio seating
    ⚑ Fast and friendly service

Important Information:

    – No reservations; walk-ins only
    – 21+ age requirements; valid ID required
    – Casual dress code; service may be busy on weekends
    – Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms
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πŸ“ Local Insights

⏰ Weekday Evenings: Visit after 6 PM on weekdays for a lively but manageable crowd and smooth service.

πŸŽ‰ Weekend Peak: Fridays and Saturdays post-8 PM are the busiest, expect a wait at the bar and in common areas.

🍸 Try Pam’s Twisted Lemon: A highly recommended signature cocktail praised by regulars.

🎒 Slide Warning: The rooftop slide is very fastβ€”hold your drinks tight or wait if you want to keep them!

⏰ Hours

Monday: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM

Tuesday: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM

Wednesday: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM

Thursday: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM

Friday: 3:00 PM–2:00 AM

Saturday: 12:00 PM–2:00 AM

Sunday: 12:00 PM–2:00 AM

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Groups, locals, casual evenings, bar games

Johnson Street Yacht Club

710 W Johnson St
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27603

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Johnson Street Yacht Club is celebrated for its inclusive and lively dive bar atmosphere with excellent drinks and a fun mix of games. Customers frequently praise the bartenders' friendliness and quick service. The brand’s unique slide and outdoor areas get special mentions. Some reviews cite occasional rude staff moments and a few incidents of problematic service that management addresses seriously to improve guest experiences.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Cocktails; Beer; Wine; Hard Liquor; Bar Games; Pool Table; Darts; Arcade; Rooftop Seating; Patio; Outdoor Seating; Fast Service; Wheelchair Accessible; LGBTQ+ Friendly; No Reservations

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit midweek evenings after 6 PM for lighter crowds; expect busiest times Fridays and Saturdays 8 PM to midnight; try signature cocktails and enjoy rooftop seating early.
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