Finnigan’s Wake

September 7, 2008
Very cool bar. I was told that it gets extremely crowded by college kids on the weekends, but on a Wednesday night, it was nearly empty. Not a huge selection, but a few local taps allowed me to gain some ratings. Service was prompt and friendly. I really liked the outdoor seating behind the building. Pretty cool place overall, but not particularly great for big beer selection.

June 14, 2008
Beer selection isn’t that great, thats why it got a lower score. I like Tuesday night trivia. I won a couple of weeks ago. nice. All the staff is friendly. food is great and interesting. Good relaxed place to end a long evening of bar hopping or a good place to start.

August 27, 2007 [ Updated October 1, 2007 ]
This is my favorite bar in Winston-Salem. Irish pub decor and atmosphere, dart board in the corner. Long bar and a half dozen high tables, plus a patio out back when there’s good weather. 13 taps (which I find odd for Irish...), which rotate seasonally, with mainstays of Guinness, Smithwick’s, Belhaven and Harp. Beer selection is decent, but pretty good considering the other options in town. You can get Bud/Miller in bottles, but why would you. They also have 30 different brands of Scotch, which can bring on the hurt. Very friendly staff.