Looking to try the best bars in town?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable bars in Durham, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Motorco Music Hall
Topping the list is the Motorco Music Hall. Located at 723 Rigsbee Ave., the bar, music venue and dance club is the highest-rated inexpensive bar in Durham, boasting four stars out of 145 reviews on Yelp.
As to what the business is known for, "This is Durham's largest live music club," it writes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
2. Surf Club
Next up is Surf Club, situated at 703 Rigsbee Ave. With four stars out of 66 reviews on Yelp, the bar has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
Erica P. noted, "I'd describe this place as a good dive bar with a great outdoor scene, but apparently when Duke students are in town, it can become kind of clubby.."
3. Quarter Horse Arcade
And downtown's Quarter Horse Arcade, located at 108 S. Mangum St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly bar and arcade four stars out of 30 reviews.
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"Expect classic arcade games, pinball, booze and vinyl records," it writes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties.
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