Sous Terre

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Raleigh

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4.5
This intimate bar impresses with expertly crafted cocktails, a trendy atmosphere, and a sophisticated yet dark ambiance.

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Sous Terre

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Indulge in refined cocktails at Sous Terre, Raleigh's intimate speakeasy with a keyed entry and expertly crafted drink menu.

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Sous Terre delivers a high-end experience with expertly balanced cocktails crafted by personable bartenders within a sleek, extremely dark space. The keyed entry system preserves exclusivity while welcoming guests from neighboring establishments.

What to Expect:

    🍸 A curated, creative cocktail menu including classics and unique concoctions
    🍷 A selection of wines and spirits carefully chosen for quality
    🍽️ Food options available complementing the drink selection
    ♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot for convenience

Important Information:

    – Keyed entry required; keys available at partner restaurants
    – Closed Mondays
    – Open Tuesday–Thursday 5 PM to 11 PM, Friday–Saturday 5 PM to 12 AM, Sunday 5 PM to 11 PM
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📍 Local Insights

🔑 Key Entry System: Guests must obtain a key for entry, available from partner restaurants like Crawford and Son or Jolie, enhancing the exclusive feel.

🍸 Bartenders’ Expertise: Regulars recommend chatting with bartenders Alexander, Sean, Kat, or Jordan for personalized and creative cocktail recommendations.

⏰ Best Visiting Hours: Early evening midweek offers a quieter ambience, while Fridays and Saturdays extend hours to midnight, ideal for late nights.

🕯️ Lighting Note: The venue is notably dark; it’s normal for customers to need some time for their eyes to adjust or use table lights discreetly.

⏰ Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM

Wednesday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM

Thursday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM

Friday: 5:00 PM–12:00 AM

Saturday: 5:00 PM–12:00 AM

Sunday: 5:00 PM–11:00 PM

👉 Best For

Cocktail aficionados, intimate dates, exclusive nightcaps

Sous Terre

620 N Person St
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27604

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Sous Terre garners high praise for its skilled bartenders and expertly crafted cocktails within an exclusive, dimly lit speakeasy setting. While patrons admire the intimate atmosphere and attentive service, some note the extreme darkness and higher price point as possible drawbacks.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Signature Cocktails; Classic Cocktails; Wine; Hard Liquor; Beer; Food; Wheelchair Accessible Parking; Late Night; Cozy; Trendy

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit Tuesday–Thursday early evening for quieter experience; Friday and Saturday nights peak with extended hours till midnight; key purchase needed beforehand.
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