Brightleaf District

Durham's Brightleaf District takes its name from the bright-leaf tobacco that built the city's economy, and the area's old tobacco warehouses have been converted into one of downtown Durham's main dining and nightlife destinations. BarFinder lists 79 venues here, led by classic bars with strong sports bar and brewery showings - Weldon Mills Distillery and a deep bench of cocktail bars and wine bars round out a genuinely varied scene. Spots like Boa And Beer Garden and 19Fifty-One capture the mix of historic brick-and-timber buildings and newer openings. It's one of Durham's most walkable, concentrated bar districts.