The best bars & nightlife in Boone

21 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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The Mouse's Ear delivers a totally nude, high-energy gentlemen’s club and nightclub vibe with private dances and champagne rooms, plus they…

1408 E Main St (Johnson City)

The Mouse's Ear delivers a totally nude, high-energy gentlemen’s club and nightclub vibe with private dances and champagne rooms, plus they know how to throw unforgettable bachelor and birthday parties. When the week needs some spice, this Johnson City staple keeps the lights low and the fun dialed up.

From the Johnson City newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Picturesque 19th-century property offering stylish quarters, a restaurant & a cocktail bar.

2543 Broadstone Rd (Banner Elk)

Picturesque 19th-century property offering stylish quarters, a restaurant & a cocktail bar.

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Cozy hangout for burgers and other classic dishes like Philly cheesesteaks, nachos and wings, plus cocktails and beer.

4020 Roan Creek Rd (Mountain City)

Cozy hangout for burgers and other classic dishes like Philly cheesesteaks, nachos and wings, plus cocktails and beer.

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American sports bar & grill with many TVs & a large outdoor patio, plus frequent live music.

1182 Main St (Blowing Rock)

American sports bar & grill with many TVs & a large outdoor patio, plus frequent live music.

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Boone Saloon

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Pub fare & a variety of brews in a chill space with pool tables, TVs for sports & a pinball machine.

489 W King St

Pub fare & a variety of brews in a chill space with pool tables, TVs for sports & a pinball machine.

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Casual, rustic brewpub offering a craft beer selection, along with fried bar fare such as burgers and wings.

108 South 3rd Ave (West Jefferson)

Casual, rustic brewpub offering a craft beer selection, along with fried bar fare such as burgers and wings.

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Airy taproom with an upstairs lounge and outdoor seating, serving local beers and ciders plus frequent live music.

397 Shawneehaw Ave S (Banner Elk)

Airy taproom with an upstairs lounge and outdoor seating, serving local beers and ciders plus frequent live music.

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Intimate venue featuring live entertainment, including concerts and shows, plus a rock 'n' roll theme.

313 Old West Road (West Jefferson)

Intimate venue featuring live entertainment, including concerts and shows, plus a rock 'n' roll theme.

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Creative burgers & other American eats pair with craft beers in a straightforward sports tavern.

208 Faculty St # K

Creative burgers & other American eats pair with craft beers in a straightforward sports tavern.

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Six Pence Pub

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British-inspired pub offering a lengthy drinks list & a menu of American & English comfort fare.

1121 Main St (Blowing Rock)

British-inspired pub offering a lengthy drinks list & a menu of American & English comfort fare.

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Casual restaurant and pub at the Shoppes at Tynecastle featuring comfort food, sports on TV, and a kids' menu.

4527 Tynecastle Hwy (Seven Devils)

Casual restaurant and pub at the Shoppes at Tynecastle featuring comfort food, sports on TV, and a kids' menu.

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5,506'

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Panoramic bar at the summit of Beech Mountain ski resort offering beer, cocktails & snacks.

1007 Beech Mountain Pkwy (Beech Mountain)

Panoramic bar at the summit of Beech Mountain ski resort offering beer, cocktails & snacks.

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The Local

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Upscale-casual New American eatery & bar that morphs into a late-night DJ club scene on weekends.

179 Howard St

Upscale-casual New American eatery & bar that morphs into a late-night DJ club scene on weekends.

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Chill hangout offering creative cocktails, vegan and vegetarian options, and live music.

455 Blowing Rock Rd

Chill hangout offering creative cocktails, vegan and vegetarian options, and live music.

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This family-run winery on scenic grounds offers a tasting room & frequent events.

225 Vineyard Lane (Banner Elk)

This family-run winery on scenic grounds offers a tasting room & frequent events.

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Rustic fine-dining venue set in a 1950s-era stone cottage & specializing in locally sourced game.

3005 Shulls Mill Rd

Rustic fine-dining venue set in a 1950s-era stone cottage & specializing in locally sourced game.

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Twigs

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Refined Southern fare served in a comfortable, sophisticated room & bar with live music on weekends.

7956 Valley Blvd (Blowing Rock)

Refined Southern fare served in a comfortable, sophisticated room & bar with live music on weekends.

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Easygoing sports haunt lined with TVs, offering American eats, trivia nights, karaoke & live bands.

957 Rivers St

Easygoing sports haunt lined with TVs, offering American eats, trivia nights, karaoke & live bands.

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Brick-accented bar & restaurant with a patio offering an ample selection of American grill fare.

246 14th Ave NE (Hickory)

Brick-accented bar & restaurant with a patio offering an ample selection of American grill fare.

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Burgers and wood-fired pizza are served at this whiskey bar featuring pool tables and live music.

2039 N Center St Ste b (Hickory)

Burgers and wood-fired pizza are served at this whiskey bar featuring pool tables and live music.

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Laid-back space (part of a complex) for locally made hard cider and pizza, plus beer.

238 W Main St Ste 35 (Abingdon)

Laid-back space (part of a complex) for locally made hard cider and pizza, plus beer.

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