Raleigh–Durham, NC
The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge
Cocktails
119 W Orange St 3rd Floor, Durham, NC 27701, USA
119 W Orange St 3rd Floor, Durham, NC 27701, USA
Hours
- Mon4 PM – Midnight
- Tue4 PM – Midnight
- Wed4 PM – Midnight
- Thu4 PM – Midnight
- Fri · Today4 PM – 2 AM
- SatNoon – 2 AM
- SunNoon – Midnight
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In Raleigh–Durham
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INDY Week and Axios Raleigh name The Velvet Hippo in Durham bar coverage, noting both its cocktails and rooftop setting. The Orange Street lounge offers indoor seating and an open-air view above downtown, with nonalcoholic choices receiving real attention beside the full drinks list. Visit near sunset and choose from either side of the menu.
Picks from Raleigh Magazine, INDY Week, and Axios Raleigh
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