This was my first time here and I met up with a couple buddies. This place is an ideal mix of straightforward styling, cool feeling and not pretentious in any way. There’s a lot of room to stand around and gather with buddies and meet new ones. The lighting is absolutely low. The bartenders know their items and they’re fast. They even have room outside to hang out which seemed cool but no one was outside because it was way too chilly, but I truly would like to reach the outside when the weather is a lot warmer. The stage and music proved to be a nice surprise. I’ll go back for sure!
Benjamin M.
Classificação do local: 4 Charlotte, NC
Two words Pirate Bar. Do I need to say more. We have a pirate bar in Charlotte. Snug Harbor I’m not going to say dive bar b/c if I do it will become trendy and no I like it the way it is. It nice little bar in cut. They have live music almost everyday if I remember. They have music trivia on Mondays. The best part they have a rum that come in cannon ball. The staff was awesome enough to give me an empty bottle to have. Go and check it out you will enjoy it.
Daniel B.
Classificação do local: 5 New York, NY
Awesome staff, great beer, and mixed drink selection and it reminds of Ms. Mae’s in New Orleans. I feel at home finally, after my terribly bad experience at Common Market, which was crap.
Christie B.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
My partner is gender queer… We never once felt out of place or uncomfortable. So much fun, such an awesome find for newcomers to Charlotte. We’re hooked!
Mary G.
Classificação do local: 5 Huntersville, NC
My type of place ;) Always a good time, love the outside patio space
Antony T.
Classificação do local: 1 Charlotte, NC
I don’t come here often, namely due to the characters you would find inside the establishment, but many of my friends do enjoy their time spent here. Atmosphere is decent, & drinks are a average. My biggest complaint though is about the DJ Bone Thugz as I believe he has referred to himself as. He has no class or sense of mannerism. Several times have I witnessed this gentleman intentionally skip over his volunteers that have signed up to sing. He isn’t fair or even understanding. I will never return to this bar on the nights«Bone Thugz» will ever be there, & never advise anyone to attend his showings.
Liz K.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
Really like this place. Diverse, funky, cool events.
Michelle B.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
I love coming here on Sundays. One of the best karaōke nights in town. Lots of laughs and good times! I don’t drink but the bartenders are always awesome to me, as are the staff. The KJ’s on karaōke night put on a great show and have fun with the crowd. Always a great night!
Kim A.
Classificação do local: 4 Gastonia, NC
If you’re a music junkie, you should definitely check out Snug Harbor. The inside is pretty small but there are two beautiful patios and an outside bar in the back. The best time to go is on a Wednesday night if you’re just now discovering this gem. Great beer specials and $ 4 fireball. It doesn’t usually get crowded until around 11pm and the atmosphere is friendly and easy going. Everyone seems to know each other but it’s easy to branch out and meet new people. A great choice if you’re looking to learn more about the charlotte music scene.
Emiene W.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
I really resisted Snug for a long time. Too hipsterish, not enough parking, not a popular place with the sistas, blah blah blah. But their Monday night hip hop jam Knockturnal officially has me hooked. How often can I see original, quality, underground artists for free? Homeboy Sandman rocked my socks; Kool Keith melted my face off. The best part, though, is the crowd. No one is profiling up in Snug Harbor, and even unknowns(and need-to-work-on-its) get love and support from the crowd. It helps that you’re only about 12 inches from the stage, and b-boy ciphers can break out at any time without warning. The bartenders make it happen, efficient and cool. But ladies, if you have a small bladder, you might want to abstain and be the night’s DD, because you don’t want no parts of that bathroom. Just sayin.
Angie P.
Classificação do local: 4 Raleigh, NC
Can’t believe I’ve never been to Snug Harbor until the other night… Upon walking in, I thought, what a small spot; however, I checked out the back patio & was pleasantly surprised. There of course is a nice patio out front, as well. My big brother & another MC were performing for the monthly Knocturnal series. The sound system is really nice & booming & there is enough room on the stage for a dj setup & performer(s). The bar seems pretty decent & had two bartenders serving. I didn’t partake in any drinks, so I can’t speak on the bar service. Parking may be an issue, as Snug Harbor shares real estate with other popular spots in Plaza Midwood.
Greg P.
Classificação do local: 5 Jacksonville, FL
It’s cheap, cozy and has nice flair. I like to stop in for a High Life or PBR when I’m making my rounds on a Fri/Sat in Midwood. I absolutely love the pirate theme they’ve got going on! The music is hit or miss for my tastes, but I’ve seen some really cool smaller shows here. You can usually tell if it’s the right crowd for you before paying a cover… if there even is one the night you go. Snug Harbor is the perfect divey music venue for the neighborhood.
Katherine C.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
You know you love this place. Even with all of the hipsters. This is PM’s best place for live music. It has cheap drinks that are strong, it is relatively clean, there is a pirate theme, there is an outdoor area and good, live music. That is basically all that we really want from a music venue, right? They do karaōke on Sundays. KARAOKEONSUNDAYS. Yes.
Liz L.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
Hipster paradise. Great patio. Mondays are Knocturnal — a free hip hop party with great DJs, break dancers and sometimes rap cyphers. Thursdays are ShipRocked with some go go dancers, LGBT-friendly vibes and a variety of tunes spun by Scott Weaver.
John S.
Classificação do local: 3 Charlotte, NC
So this place is pseudo-hipster heaven. Here is were people judge you based on how you look and dress. Beware mainstream and casual people! This place is weird. When I’m feeling anti-social and a little weird then I come here. I call it a circus!
Travis W.
Classificação do local: 4 Charlotte, NC
Keep in mind I only popped in here during a bar crawl and the place really didn’t have many people in it but it was super early. I’ve heard about this place for a while and upon entering it really sealed the deal for me. It’s a cool joint, feels a little gothic, rock, etc. If that’s your thing you’ll feel right at home here. The band is set up right in the bar area and I imagine is super loud during play time. The rear of the building has a could outdoor area which I really liked and of course the exterior entrance has a nice little patio too. In terms of beers, for those that care, they actually had a decent list to choose from. I totally expected only domestics and was shocked otherwise.
Nikki W.
Classificação do local: 4 Charlotte, NC
Holy hipsters batman. I absolutely love a good dive bar… and Snug Harbor is one of the best in Charlotte. This is such a cool venue for live music and great local bands. However, my favorite night by far is Sunday. Bryan Pierce does such an amazing job with Bone, Snugs N Harmony… aka karaōke night. It is just an absolute blast. Always a good crowd and everyone has so much fun. Cheap drinks. Dirt cheap. Pirate décor that will make you giggle. Killer patio for great people watching. If you’re heading to Plaza Midwood for a night out, this is a definite stop you have to make along the way.
Jillian B.
Classificação do local: 5 Springfield, VA
This place won me over to Charlotte when my friend and I visited for the weekend. For our first time in the city and not knowing anyone in town, I asked locals via the internet what the best hangout spots were. Unfortunately we made a bad call of going uptown, which was completely dead and too touristy. We ended up here on karaōke night and it was a blast. Very chill, cheap drinks, and everyone was having fun. We came straight from a full day of sweating at the whitewater center, and didn’t regret not showering or getting ready beforehand. So thanks, Snug Harbor, for showing us this side of Charlotte.
Roger B.
Classificação do local: 4 Seattle, WA
Divish but everyone was friendly. Unfortunately no music tonight. :-(Would recommend a visit.
Sydney A.
Classificação do local: 5 Charlotte, NC
Snug Harbor should get its own category of bar. If I had to choose I guess it has to go into the Dive category. All you really need to know is that it’s incredible – a hole in the wall with people from every corner of Charlotte. I won’t be a broken record, you can read everyone else’s reviews… but just know that if you are looking for a low key kind of night, some good music & heavy pours, this is the place to go. Last time we were there to see a friend’s band play we talked to the bartender who had gotten back from Thailand at 3pm(it was 9pm!). Drinks were cheap and the service was quick. The inside of the bar is really the place to see — crazy artwork, personal touches, random crap — all wonderful. Outside there are park benches and tiki torches where you can hangout, smoke, & probably make some new friends. If you are looking for the opposite of uptown bars, this is probably a good spot for you!