Before I let you in on all the hot spots for bottle service in downtown Raleigh I should first educate you on what a bottle service in North Carolina includes. North Carolina alcohol laws are what you call unique. Our laws regarding alcohol differ in many ways from other states and can be confusing to most out of towners. If you were to purchase a bottle at a night club in New York or Las Vegas you would be provided a section, mixers, glasses, and handed over your choice of liquor. In North Carolina you are provided the same things except your bottle of liquor also comes with a lock box and a key that only your waitress has access to.
This may be strange to people who have had bottle service in other states, but here in NC the law is that no one that is consuming alcohol or is not employed by the night club can touch the bottle. If this law is broken then it could possibly result in outrageous fines and/or the removal of the establishment's ABC licenses.
Though this is not what most people have in mind when purchasing a bottle of liquor, there are many positives that come along with this law. When you purchase a bottle at a night club in NC your are treated as a complete VIP. You will be provided your own private section for you and your friends, free entry, all the necessary drink mixers and garnishes, and your own cocktail waitress providing you with top of the line service.
Because, your waitress is responsible for the key to the lock box, she will always be present to assist her quests in anyway she can. She will make sure you always have a full drink and can monitor your bottle and who is consuming it. There are 25 shots in a bottle allowing your waitress to make you drinks, shots, or whatever you would like with the purchased bottle. She is there to make sure your are treated well and that you and your guest have a fantastic time. A few places in downtown Raleigh that offer bottle service is Solas located off of Glenwood South, Mirage located off of West Street, and Spy Bar located off of Davie Street.
Solas has been one of the longest standing nightclubs in downtown Raleigh. They have a great reputation for consistency of volume and a upscale atmosphere. They offer high end private sections that will allow you to party in class. 21 year old Alex O'Brien said, "My parents rented out a section at Solas for my 21st Birthday and we had a great time! Though we had fun I wasn't exactly thrilled about our service from our waitress. My parents paid $500 for our section and bottle of vodka and I feel that the waitress was a little rude. She seemed annoyed with my questions about our bottle decision and seemed frustrated when we asked her for anything. When we decided to just order drinks from the bar she reprimanded us from not ordering from her."
As a fellow cocktail waitress I can imagine this waitress' frustration about a party of "beginner" drinkers, but as a waitress you can not let these emotions show. Regardless of a parties age or knowledge of alcohol, they paid to be treated as VIP's and that is what they should be treated as. One bad experience can spread a bad reputation easier than a positive experience. As unfortunate as that is, it is the truth of this industry and everyone must be treated as gold.
Spy Bar is a nightclub in the upcoming ware house district that is really making its way on the map. Spy is a perfect blend in everything you are looking for in a nightclub. It is a great mix of people and has a enthusiastic staff. Spy Bar has on going awesome specials and providing the best VIP packages for Birthdays. It is by far the most economic bottle service around town. The waitresses are friendly and knowledgeable and will gladly answer questions that you may have. Promotional manager, Jackie Crump says, "We have insane specials on our bottles and sections going on right now and the word is really spreading on what a great time Spy Bar is. We make sure that everyone is treated as VIP and love to see returning customers."
If you are interested in setting up your very own VIP party I truly recommend calling Spy Bar and take advantage of the crazy Birthday packages going on. It is a great way to celebrate your Birthday and makes an awesome surprise for a friends Birthday. Jackie will take great care of you and will guarantee that you have a great experience.
http://spyraleigh.com/
