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Where to get late-night bites in Winston-Salem

We rounded up a list of local joints serving meals late so you don’t go to bed hungry.

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Don’t let the midnight munchies get the best of you. Here are 20+ spots where you can satisfy your after-hours cravings after a night out on the town.

Keep the party going

Earl’s | Open until 12 a.m. Sunday-Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday + Saturday
The kitchen and whiskey bar in Industry Hill is so committed to serving late-night snacks, it has a separate menu after 10 p.m. You can get your hands on tater tot nachos, wings, burgers, and chicken sandwiches.

Miller’s on Trade | Open until 12 a.m. Monday-Thursday, 2 a.m. Friday + Saturday
Take a time out from watching the action and grab a bite or a brick oven pizza. Wings, burgers, hoagies with steak or chicken, and a hot dog are all served with pasta salad or potato salad.

Finnigan’s Wake | Open until 11 p.m. Friday + Saturday, 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
This Irish pub downtown has your favorite comfort food when it comes to those late-night cravings. Get a hearty turkey reuben with some fish and chips on the side.

Grab a slice

Brothers Pizzeria | Open until 11:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 2:30 a.m. Friday + Saturday
Stop in for a slice before heading home from 4th Street. The menu features subs, calzones, salads, and gourmet pizzas — or order by the slice from more than a dozen options. Chicken bacon ranch pizza, anyone?

Eclectic eats

InDemand | Open until 12 a.m.
Every member of your crew can fill up with something from this expansive menu — or choose a few items you all can share. The Asian street food and burger bar serves Japanese skewers, wings, burgers, noodles, and salads.

Foothills Pub | Open until 12 a.m.
Cap off your night with a craft beer and a bite from the restaurant and brewery’s full menu. Have the whole group in tow? City Editor Cambridge recommends the loaded cheese tots or the beer cheese nachos.

Sir Winston Wine Loft & Restaurant | Open until 11 p.m.
Think refined, but casual. This spot offers a relaxing dining experience and farm-to-table options. Try the Brussels sprouts tacos with a smoky peach on the side.

The Katharine Brasserie & Bar | Open until 11 p.m.
Dinner stops at 10 p.m. daily, but the bar is open until close. If you’ve got more of a refined taste when it comes to late-night cravings, City Editor Kellina recommends Le Burger with Pomme Frîtes, aka a burger with French fries.

Drinks

Dram & Draught | Open until 2 a.m.
This spot downtown serves over 300 whiskeys from around the world — just peek at the display behind the counter. Try the “After Midnight” local specialty.

Thirsty Pallet | Open until 2 a.m.
Enjoy drink specials like $4 ciders and $5 whiskey sours during Whiskey Wednesdays. Pop by next door to Hungry Palate to grab food before they close at 11 p.m. on weekends (9 p.m. on Sundays).

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Joyner’s Bar | Open until 2 a.m.
Stop by if you’re looking for a specialty liquor. Leather chairs and dimly lit tables make for an intimate vibe. Pro tip: Ask the bartender to surprise you with their favorite creation for a fun, spontaneous night.

Single Brothers bar | Open until 2 a.m.
Not to be confused with the Single Brothers’ House in Old Salem. This relaxed cocktail bar offers outdoor seating and “speed friending” monthly so you can create new connections. Try the “Local Flavor” which blends coconut rum, St. Germaine liquer, lemon/lime juices, simple/honey syrups, and some lavender bitters.

Easy Tiger | Open until 12 a.m. Friday + Saturday, 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday
Step into this jungle-like bar and chill on the back patio with your crew. The spot offers $2 off all THC beverages every Wednesday.

Whiskey Dawgs Bar & Grill | Open until 2 a.m.
This bar attracts a lot of college students. Spot the mechanical bull on site and ride if you dare.

Fair Witness Fancy Drinks | Open until 2 a.m.
creative cocktails, beer, wine and liquor. Fair Witness is open Tuesday through Sunday, starting at 4 p.m. Enjoy outdoor seating and a cozy fire pit while sipping on a specialty cocktail.

The Wrong Number bar | Open until 2 a.m.
Opt in for Jazz nights on Tuesdays or Karaoke on Wednesdays and find your new crew to rock on the night.

Did we miss a spot? Let us know in the comment section below.

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