The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge

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119 Orange St
Durham, NC 27701
+1 (919) 294-4447
https://www.velvethippodurham.com

The Velvet Hippo Bar & Lounge is a neighborhood bar located on Orange Street in historic downtown Durham, North Carolina, catering to all with its fun and fanciful signature cocktails, local beers, and creative mocktails. This welcoming space boasts a tropical getaway aesthetic and offers a rooftop view of downtown, creating a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of the beloved bar from CHEERS.

Open seven days a week, The Velvet Hippo is dedicated to providing enjoyable light bites and a vibrant community environment. Their dog-friendly roof deck welcomes well-behaved pups on weekends, making it a perfect spot for both locals and visitors looking to unwind.

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4.593 reviews
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Allison D.
7/27/2025

The Velvet Hippo is exactly the kind of place that makes you feel like you accidentally stumbled into your new favorite hangout. We dropped in on a Sunday because (a) they're proudly LGBTQ+...

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Smythe R.
8/22/2025

I've been here twice in ten days, and the experience was totally different. First time, some friends were entertaining out-of-town guests, so we met there after dinner to start a late-night wander...

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Lily F.
7/15/2025

Drinks: we got the spicy margarita and the pandan one. Both were DELICIOUS and not skimpy with the alcohol either. Well worth the money! Service: We went to the outside bar, which a bit more of...

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Brian M.
12/3/2025

Came in on a quiet Sunday afternoon and the covered rooftop made the perfect place to ride out the storm. Our group enjoyed the variety of snacks, cocktails, and mocktails that were on offer. The...

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Kathleen W.
11/30/2025

The velvet hippo is one of my favorite bars to go to! I honestly don't go to bars often but it's always at the top of my list. I love that the decor is inviting and while I was there they were...

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