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# Killjoy – A Vibrant Cocktail Bar in Raleigh, NC

Killjoy is a lively cocktail bar located at 116 N West St, Raleigh, NC, known for its vibrant atmosphere and creative drink offerings. This establishment has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike, thanks to its unique decor, attentive bartenders, and a diverse cocktail menu. The bar has gained a reputation for hosting events and creating memorable experiences, especially during the holiday season. With a mix of indoor and outdoor seating, Killjoy provides a welcoming space for gatherings, making it a popular choice for celebrations and casual nights out.

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Awesome cocktails! Fun vibes! Lots of indoor and outdoor space with fun decor. Our bartender was very fun and creative. Made us custom drinks that were amazing!

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What a gorgeous backdrop for a crafty cocktail bar (even better during the holidays)! Hubs and I stopped by for the Miracle at Killjoy and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and the stellar decor. This is actually one of the nicest Miracle Pop-Up venues I've visited, and I've visited a lot! The cocktails are tasty, the bartenders are friendly, the service is prompt, and the holiday cheer runneth over at Killjoy. #TisTheSZN

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My friends and I were going out for a girls night and I found Killjoy on my search for fun bars. It DID NOT DISAPPOINT. The bartenders were so attentive and fun, the cocktails were delicious, they have a great variety, and the presentation was beautiful (one of mine came with a pink cowboy hat). There are two different lounge-style rooms and the one next to us was playing Bob Ross on the tv. If you're looking for a bar that checks all the boxes - delicious, affordable, atmosphere, and Instagram-worthy photo ops - you cannot miss Killjoy!

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This place was great! We came on a Sunday night and the bartender was friendly and nice. He was attentive, and made recommendations. As for the location, it's well kept with plenty of space. The drinks themselves were amazing, with a wide selection to choose from. Fairly priced as well though it can be tricky not to get carried away so be cautious. A nice touch I noticed was that the bathrooms contained mints and mouthwash for one to freshen up. All in all, it was a nice experience and I'll def be back again.

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This place is amazing! I came here with my friend to celebrate her birthday in December. The Christmas decorations were perfect! The drinks also came in cool cups and were delicious! The service was fantastic. We spent most of the night there just and I have to say, I'm pretty pleased and will definitely be back.

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Discovering new cocktail bars while traveling is always a must for me. I was recently in Raleigh and found myself wanting to grab a night cap after a long day. Yelp brought me to Killjoy and I was so happy to have discovered it. First of all, the decor is great. There's a large main room with a pretty big bar, as well as a room on the side that has quirky yet welcoming decor. Since it was a weeknight it was pretty empty, but I didn't mind the chill vibes. My bartender was super nice and made a great dirty martini. Their liquor selection seems extensive, and their cocktail menu was impressive too. It's open late, and the drinks are well priced. Would definitely go back.

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If you're looking to get poppin on a Tuesday, definitely come to Killjoy! They're starting R&B night on Tuesdays and the deejay is fireeee. He lit up the dance floor not only with his charming smile, but his beats. Not a large area to dance at, but I'm sure they'll make improvements with this! They've got such great cocktails, the ambiance is Instagrammable, and the bartenders are friendly and attentive. If you're coming with a large group, you're able to reserve tables! They also have outdoor seating as well if you want a quieter place to chat. Highly recommend this spot for visitors!

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Visited on December 21, 2022 and 12/31/2022 I love the space here and how it speaks to a more professional crowd of adults. The cocktails are always great. No complaints there. I wouldn't say I like this new service vibe here, Kill Joy. No host at the door. No warm welcome, no greetings, or anything. These proactive things I've mentioned added value and set KillJoy apart from all the typical bars in this area. The service here has declined significantly, and I'm assuming this is the economic decline or a change in management. Or perhaps business is slow, and the extra pleasantries and warm and polite approach are no longer part of killJoy. I witnessed poor service on (Thursday) evening when there were only five customers in the bar, and I was surprised. KillJoy is a spot I have frequented over the last two years for many special occasions. I think the person behind the bar was not present to acknowledge customers unless you were sitting at the bar. He was just there scrolling through his phone and socializing with an employee. A guy in a group of three asked how they could get drinks, and I pointed to the bartender. Since there was never an acknowledgment, those 3 customers walked out. I did speak to the manager (off duty but in the back). She came out. I want to say her name is Kat. Not apologetic at all: but said the bartender serves who approach him, and that's KillJoy style now. Strange. I was invited back here on NYE and joined a table a friend purchased, and the same "approaching" service was required even after my friend paid for the table and bottle. Not sure about the details of her package, but it's odd to have customers who reserved tables approach the bar themselves. Are you all short-staffed? You were not even that crowded, NYE. I love this place for how it used to be, but I guess all good things end.

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We had a great experience at Killjoy. We showed up right when they opened and had two rounds of drinks. It was packed because of a networking event but we had a great time anyway. Our service was speedy and delightful with well crafted beverages. Bring your phone for a photo op against the wallpaper in this place. The walls and decor are EVERYTHING. Even in the restroom. I loved the "What in Carnation" and can't wait to return to get it again.

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Came here on a Saturday evening around 730pm The place was maybe less than half full. Great looking spot, bright with plenty of comfy seating. The bartender was a bit cold and ZERO help. This is the convo I had with her Me: do you all have mezcal? Her: yes (she names them off, tbh idk types like that) Me: bottom shelf? Her (knowingly smiles) Me: any cocktail recommendations with mezcal ? Her: besides Margarita, I wouldn't know. Wait what?! This is a cocktail bar isn't it? I have never been to a cocktail bar where the bartender couldn't put together a customer's drink based on preference of liquor. I was thrown. The conversation itself was fine, it was just the interaction in general too with the rest of our party that was cold. She then runs all our cards and doesn't even ask if we wanna close out. It wasn't till we were leaving that I realized we never got the bill. I always close out so when she handed me my card initially, I thought it was closed (even though it should have registered that I never got the bill to sign). Anyway, she wasn't the greatest. The person we closed out with was better. The DJ was just setting up for afrobeats night but we had to leave unfortunately. The place was super empty by then. Hopefully it filled up later. It was all before 9pm. I forgot to mention I got the Texas Tini. It was okay. Maybe I'd be back. Not sure.

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