Welcome To The Haymaker

Raleigh's favorite Cocktail Bar

The Haymaker is a cocktail bar in downtown Raleigh. Inspired by fighters and '90s rappers alike, The Haymaker brings you originals like “Sing Like a Bee” and “One-Two Combo.” Bring your friends and enjoy a knockout punch bowl, or try the featured bubbles on tap (really) for instant sparkles and happiness.

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Since

2017

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Cocktails

Cocktails are crafted drinks blending spirits with mixers like juice, soda, and herbs. Classics like Margaritas and Martinis offer unique flavors, perfect for any occasion.

Beer & Wine

Beer and wine offer rich, diverse flavors—beer brings a refreshing, hoppy taste with options from light to dark, while wine provides fruity, dry, or bold notes, from crisp whites to full-bodied reds. Perfect for savoring and pairing with meals.

Non-Alcoholic

Refreshing non-alcoholic drinks like citrus water, mint lemonade, and iced tea offer light, natural flavors, while coconut water and ginger ale add hydration and fizz.

Drinks to Order At Haymaker Bar

Authentic cultural experience.

Haymaker Classics

Smoke Show
Sing Like a Bee
Deluxe 75
Planters Punch
Cardinal Sin Espresso Martini
Bad Guys Wear Black
Smoke Show
Sing Like a Bee
Strawberry 75
Sam Adams Hazy IPA
Haymaker NA Mule – House made select fruit cordial, seedlip na spirit, Lime, Ginger Beer (blueberry, strawberry)

Cocktail

$11

$12

$11

Shots

$8

Canned Beer

$4

$5

$7

$6

$5

Wine

$10

*Select Champagne Bottles also available.

**A 20% gratuity will be added to any tab left open at the end of the night. We reserve the right to charge a fee for any damaged property or property requiring professional cleaning.
***Beer & Wine Prices Include Tax.

Reviews

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Popped in for drinks before a concert and LOVED the vibe. Drinks were awesome and staff was low key, yet very attentive and friendly. Just the perfect spot for some fancy cocktails on a beautiful atmosphere.

Leslie Rueff

Had no idea that the Christmas theme was alllll out at the Haymaker. Great environment with plenty of things to look at. Holiday menu with craft cocktails and custom fun holiday glassware, including Hanukkah! You can also purchase your own fun glass to take home.
whether you sit for a drink or so and stroll- great stop.

Andrea Martin

Loved this place!! Super chill, cute and great drinks! Haven’t gone during Christmas yet but deff want to!

Manuela Jones

I was in town and didn't want to deal with a large crowd. This spot was recommended and it did not disappoint. If you want a place to chill and relax this would be it. It's not large but it was just right for the grown and sexy. I was in jeans and a button up shirt, but all saw all types of attire worn.i didn't try any food but the drinks were on point.

Ronnie Dickerson

Stopped by on a weeknight and enjoyed their Sing Like a Bee cocktail made with Earl Grey tea infused gin. Loved that it came in an English tea cup. Perfect mix of cocktails, music and company. Need to come back with a bigger group to try their punch bowls!

Gwynne Barry

This is a fun and unique cocktail bar. Came on a Friday night when it was incredibly busy. There seemed to be two separate wedding parties at the same time. Certainly a popular spot. We shared a punch bowl between three of us which was really enjoyable. The music is deafeningly loud. But that just probably shows my age. 🙂 definitely a fun place and look forward to coming back and trying more punch bowls.