Bars in Orangeburg
Looking for the best spots to grab a drink or head out on a Friday night without having to head up to Columbia or down to Charleston? Below is our list of the best bars in Orangeburg, SC.
SIR Williams Tavern and Billiards
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It’s impossible to resist the welcoming atmosphere of SIR William’s Tavern and Billiards. It’s a bar and pool hall where you can enjoy food and drinks while you watch or participate in the weekly pool tournaments.
It has a sports bar vibe going on because it is, after all, the home of the Low-Country Riot, a part of the Roaring Riot fan base of the Carolina Panthers. So, expect a wild crowd during game day.
This family-friendly bar also has Live DJ and Weekly Karaoke, so the place is always packed with people who love to have some fun, but it never feels crowded.
Mikey's Bar & Grill
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A small-town bar with big city pub vibe, Mikey’s Bar & Grill has a great atmosphere with friendly faces. It’s that little watering hole where the staff are warm and the beer is ice cold. There’s more to the place than just good food and cold drinks.
At night, the place transforms into a karaoke bar, a dance floor, or a concert hall, depending on the day you visit. Expect a lot of drinking, singing, and dancing once you enter the bar. And if you have a hankering for a hearty meal, visit during the steak nights and enjoy the delicious Ribeye Steak Dinner with beer and live entertainment. On other days, the chicken and dumpling combo is good company.
Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge and Bistro
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You have not experienced the night life in Orangeburg if you have not partied in Cloud 9 Hookah Lounge and Bistro. Every night is a different experience because there’s always a new event happening, whether it be a pop-up shop, a live band, a karaoke night, or simply a crab cluster and tequila kind of night.
A wide selection of beers, wines, cocktails, and liquors are available and can be paired with delicious food on the menu. Weekly specials are always a treat—from all-you-can-eat crab legs to 0.35 cent wings to free wine to half-priced appetizers. Don’t miss this stop when you go bar hopping in Orangeburg.
Ace's Corner Pocket
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Ace’s Corner Pocket serves pub-style food with market fresh steaks as one of its biggest draws. Menu changes often so expect exciting food choices weekly. Some of the best dishes that came out of their kitchen are the deep-fried Cornish hen, ribeye steak, deconstructed taco, and seafood platter.
The full-service bar has a good selection of domestic and international beers as well as imported wines. True to its name, the bar has tournament-grade billiard tables so that you can challenge your friends or practice your hat-tricks while enjoying hot food and ice-cold drinks.
Brooklyn Restaurant & Lounge
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Brooklyn Restaurant & Lounge’s claim to fame is having one of the best Blue Crab and garlic sauce in all of South Carolina—a feat that only a handful of restaurants can boast of. It’s easy to see why a lot of people frequent the place because it’s like having a taste of Brooklyn in South Carolina. Other dishes in the menu are southern comfort foods that are truly top-notch.
The usual booze and top-shelf spirits are available for those who want them, but Brooklyn’s signature drinks are a must have, starting with Denae’s Homemade Punch, Brooklyn’s Ice Tea, and Brooklyn Relaxer. These are gin- and vodka-based cocktails that really set the mood for a night of “Brooklyn-gone-south” food and entertainment.
