Our 19 Favorite 19th Holes in the Home of American Golf
Our Favorite 19th Holes in the Home of American Golf
Among the things that we particularly enjoy around the Sandhills are a round of golf followed by an ice-cold brew. This post celebrates some of the area’s most enticing spots – known as 19th holes in many golfing circles – to bend your elbow and enjoy our friendly cheer across the Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen area of North Carolina.
The Bell Tree Tavern
Southern Pines
Feel like you walked into an authentic, olden-day tavern. The name Bell Tree carries historical significance, too. As the story goes, thirsty travelers in search of a libation would ring a bell inside a hollowed tree to signal that they wanted a swig of moonshine. Moonshiners used this method as a way of avoiding capture. A wide variety of beer taps always flowing and a large menu adorned with tasty yet reasonably priced fare.
BHAWK
Southern Pines
Brad and Jess Halling founded BHAWK after a combined 49 years of service in the U.S. Army. Both born and raised in the Midwest, they’ve both long called the Fort Bragg, North Carolina area their home. Their Southern Pines, North Carolina distillery and BHAWK’s purpose-driven brands are a second calling.
The Buggy Factory
Carthage
The Buggy Factory by Southern Pines Brewing Company is a brewery, restaurant, cocktail bar, and outdoor performance venue in the heart of historic downtown Carthage, NC serving craft brews, Detroit-style pizza, and signature cocktails. Outside, there is a stage with live music and a beer garden.
The Tyson & Jones downstairs speakeasy will feature a curated cocktail menu and a more intimate feeling.
Carolina Vista
Pinehurst
Carolina Vista Lounge is an expanded and completely renovated cocktail bar with a contemporary menu unlike any other at Pinehurst, offering guests a stylish and satisfying respite befitting its setting in the historic Carolina Hotel. Few Pinehurst venues more satisfyingly infuse the stylings of the area’s vintage past with the modern comfort and casual elegance that Pinehurst is today than the Pinehurst Resort’s newest outlet, the Carolina Vista Lounge.
Chapman’s Food & Spirits
Southern Pines
Established in 2016, Chapman’s describes itself as the “Chef Driven – American Fare build your own experience restaurant concept” derived from a friendship and business partnership between Kitty Hopkins and Chef Peter Hamm. A scrumptious menu, along with bottled and draft beer available in Chapman’s enticing bar area. In addition, they are adding a patio behind the building for more outdoors seating.
The Deuce
Pinehurst
The Deuce has been called the best 19th hole in golf and it would be hard to quibble when enjoying this veranda view overlooking Pinehurst No. 2’s famed finishing hole. A perfect place to cap off your round, the bar features nearly a dozen craft beers on tap, including North Carolina microbrews, as well as a variety of creative cocktails.
Drum & Quill Public House
Pinehurst
Proprietor Kevin Drum named his village establishment after his father, famous golf writer and Emmy-nominated broadcaster, Bob Drum. The “Quill” represents the golf writers’ secret weapon, the pen, which writes the words that turn stories into legend. The Drum & Quill is a perfect spot to enjoy good cheer with old friends or new, welcoming individuals, families and friends to cozy up with a pint and enjoy a bite to eat.
Dugan’s Pub
Pinehurst
A Village institution just a short walk from the resort, Dugan’s boasts the largest selection of import drafts and single malt scotches in Pinehurst. Restored by the current proprietors with a traditional Irish Pub upstairs, and a second pub located downstairs. Small, intimate space with nautical décor and regular live music.
Elliott’s on Linden
Pinehurst
Since debuting “EOL” in 2000, Owner/Chef Mark Elliott has also opened The Sly Fox in Southern Pines and he will showcase Quality Take Home Cuisine at Provisions in Pinehurst. EOL has a wide selection of beer and global wines, along with refined, imaginative dishes made with local ingredients and excellent service.
Hatchet Brewing Company
Southern Pines
The newest addition to the microbreweries in our area, Hatchet has a great patio, beer, wine, and kombucha! But, equally important, the taproom is also an open and welcoming environment for everyone, even dogs.
In-the-Rough Lounge
Southern Pines
One of several dining options at Pine Needles Lodge, the In-the-Rough-Lounge offers a laid-back setting and a hearty meal. Succulent seafood offerings and a nice selection of beer in a very comfortable pub atmosphere — crab cakes are a particular favorite. Perfect venue to enjoy a cold beverage and a bite to eat after your round at Pine Needles or Mid Pines.
Llama Pen Sports Bar & Grill
Southern Pines
Talamore Golf Resort’s fun 19th hole offers a wide section of beer and cocktails, outstanding cuisine and numerous flat-screen TVs in a comfortable setting overlooking The New Course’s gorgeous finishing hole. Also serves up a weekend breakfast bar featuring the best southern and traditional favorites, including the famed “Dollie Llama” waffle station with toppings galore.
Maxie’s Grill & Pub
Pinehurst
Maxie’s Grill & Pub where everyone has a name & “Laughs are on the House”! Great pub food and draft selections. All sports all the time. Dine in, carry out & delivery. Located in Pinehurst.
Mr. B’s Pub
Pinehurst
Once run by Donald Ross, the famed Pine Crest Inn has been owned and managed by the Barrett Family for more than six decades. Mr. B’s Pub is named after the family patriarch. Located just off the lobby, this watering hole is a local favorite and has been voted America’s best 19th hole. The memorabilia in the bar and lobby are worth a stop-in, as are the front-porch rocking chairs and cozy ambience.
O’Donnell’s Pub
Southern Pines
Visit and relax with one of the craft beers or fine spirits offered at this welcoming pub known to its regulars as simply, “OD’s.” The “home of the proper pint” and “one of the least expensive pours in town” also features one of the most inviting outside patio areas to enjoy on a sunny day. Other fun weekly events include Trivia Tuesday and Live Band Karaoke.
Pik N’ Pig
Carthage
Cars and planes taxi up for cold beer and hickory-smoked BBQ at this home-style joint attached to a small airport. Sit outside watching planes land and takeoff. Pik N’ Pig cooks their “Q” with hickory and natural hardwood charcoal — three generations of love, sweat and tears, all on one delicious plate. Cash only.
Pinehurst Brewing Company
Pinehurst
One of the area’s newest offerings is located just a short walk from Pinehurst Resort & Country Club on the site of the long-ago shuttered Village Power House. Now, instead of turbines and generators, the building features a 10-barrel microbrewery, PBC. An observation platform overlooking the brew house is a focal point of the taproom, while a bar, a beer garden and an all-seasons patio complement the dining room.
Pop’s Lounge
Southern Pines
A casual setting at the Mid Pines Inn and an ideal place for lunch after a round, a mid-day snack or drinks with friends after work. During the spring and summer, enjoy a cold beer and Dixie Chicken Club on the newly designed patio, bar or dining area under the umbrellas overlooking the iconic finishing hole of the renowned Donald Ross Mid Pines golf course.
Railhouse Brewery
Aberdeen
Founded by military veterans, Railhouse is a very clean venue with a friendly staff and festive atmosphere for family and friends. The reasonably priced beer is tasty, service is fast, the pretzels with the beer cheese are perfect and the fried cheese curds rule … a double order is recommended.
Red's Corner
Southern Pines
Red’s Corner is a beer garden and food truck park with a two-acre outdoor green space neatly organized to provide utilities and amenities enabling up to 6 food trucks to remain on a permanent, semi-permanent, or daily basis.
The taproom, an inviting Carolina cottage situated at the entrance of the property, features a classic “southern porch” where people can sit in the shade under fans and sip cold beer, wine, and other popular drinks as they relax awaiting their food.
The Sly Fox Pub
Southern Pines
This gastro pub’s on-tap selection of local, national, international, and limited time-only, small batch craft brews is hard to top — and why would anyone want to try? Impressive collection of brews complements the innovative, classic pub fare: simple, honest and straightforward, derived from quality ingredients with minimal fuss.
Southern Pines Brewing On Pennsylvania
Southern Pines
Sitting high on the corner overlooking West Pennsylvania Avenue and North Bennett Street, the taproom has sliding walls that provide a seamless flow between the indoor and outdoor seating areas. The bar features 30 taps, plus wine and cider options, beer and wine slushies, and a cooler of Southern Pines Brewing cans to-go.
Southern Pines Growler Company
Southern Pines
Moore County’s first single-purpose growler fill station provides a dedicated place where fresh craft beer is sold in a distinctive package, at a competitive price and in an environmentally friendly way. SPGC emphasizes the finest craft beers from North Carolina’s own breweries, along with a mix of highly rated national and international beers. Constantly updating offerings to bring you the finest selection of craft beer available. Very dog friendly, another big plus.
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