Bar in Raleigh, United States
The Raleigh Times
100Pearl PointsDowntown fallback
About The Raleigh Times
The Raleigh Times is a practical downtown Raleigh pick when location, flexible timing, and group ease matter more than a destination dining format. It is better for casual meetups and late-night plans than for a wine-led date or chef-driven dinner.
In Raleigh, the safest way to frame The Raleigh Times is around the verified basics: it is a casual venue with long daily hours. It is open 11 AM–11 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–2 AM Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM–11 PM Sunday. Use those confirmed details to decide whether it fits your plans.
The available information does not verify a specific cuisine, menu format, chef, price tier, awards profile, beverage program, seating setup, reservation policy, or takeout and delivery details. For a value-seeker, that means judging it by timing, Raleigh, and casual dress rather than by unverified claims about food, drinks, or service style.
Use it for flexible Raleigh plans, not a destination tasting plan
The verified details do not point to a formal tasting format, named chef, awards profile, or published price tier, so the safest recommendation is to set expectations around the occasion rather than the menu. It is a better fit when casual dress and broad operating hours matter than when the night depends on a documented culinary format or accolade.
If drinks, a specific menu, or a particular service style are the reason for going out, confirm those details directly before committing. If the group mainly needs a casual Raleigh stop with verified hours that run late on Friday and Saturday, The Raleigh Times is easier to consider.
When to choose it over a more specialized Raleigh stop
Pick this when the group values casual dress and flexible timing. Skip it when the brief depends on unverified specifics such as a particular cuisine, cocktail program, patio setup, reservation policy, or chef-led dining experience.
For broader planning, use Our full Raleigh bars guide, Our full Raleigh restaurants guide, and Our full Raleigh hotels guide to build the night around the right category. Browsing can also include other Raleigh dining and bar options. Quick reference: choose The Raleigh Times for casual Raleigh utility and verified late Friday-Saturday hours; choose a more specialized venue when drinks or food need to be the point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food good at The Raleigh Times?
The verified details do not include a cuisine, menu format, chef, price tier, or awards profile. Treat The Raleigh Times as a casual Raleigh option with confirmed hours, and check current venue information if the food offering is the main reason for your visit.
Is The Raleigh Times open late?
Yes. The verified hours run until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday. Monday through Thursday and Sunday, the verified closing time is 11 PM.
Is The Raleigh Times good for a date?
It can make sense for a low-pressure plan if casual dress and flexible hours fit the occasion. The verified details do not establish a quieter, more intimate setup or a specific dining format, so confirm current conditions if the atmosphere is important.
Does The Raleigh Times have outdoor seating?
The verified details do not include outdoor seating information. If outdoor seating is important, confirm directly with the venue before planning around it.
What's the best time to go to The Raleigh Times?
Use the verified hours as the planning guide: Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–11 PM; Friday and Saturday, 11 AM–2 AM; and Sunday, 11 AM–11 PM. Choose the time that best matches your schedule, and confirm current hours before going.
Does The Raleigh Times have happy hour deals?
The verified details do not include pricing or happy hour information. Do not choose it specifically for a deal unless you confirm current offers directly with the venue.
Do I need a reservation at The Raleigh Times?
The verified details do not include a reservation policy. If your timing is fixed or your group needs certainty, check the venue's official channels before you go.
Location
14 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Raleigh, United States
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|---|---|
| The Raleigh Times | Easy |
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How it compares in downtown Raleigh
Choose The Raleigh Times when the priority is easy downtown utility. FOUNDATION and The Green Light are better cross-shops when the night is more drink-led and the room matters as much as the location. The Raleigh Times is the safer pick for a mixed group that wants a casual central base.
Centro is the stronger comparison when dinner is the main event, while Neptunes Parlour makes more sense for a bar-first night with a stronger after-dark feel. If value means avoiding a high-commitment reservation and keeping plans flexible, The Raleigh Times has the edge; if value means a more defined food or cocktail experience, cross-shop first.
Brewery Bhavana - Downtown is the peer to consider when the group wants a more restaurant-forward downtown plan. For visitors building a wider Raleigh itinerary, also check Our full Raleigh wineries guide, Our full Raleigh experiences guide, 'O Munaciello MiMo District Neapolitan Pizza in Miami, (405) Brewing Co. LLC in Norman, and ¡BE! Club in San Sebastián.
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