I'm the first to admit that expensive drinks are typically overrated, but I will also say that the cocktail menu at 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails ($12/drink) was absolutely worth the fun Saturday night splurge.
My husband and I stopped here for a couple of post-dinner drinks at around 9:30 pm. The place was definitely buzzing but we were lucky enough to snag a corner seat at the bar. There was a private party going on upstairs but we were happy with the downstairs vibe - some people still eating dinner, but most mingling and drinking as we millennials do. (Not saying it's a bar strictly for millennials - I'll give a shoutout to some Gen Xers that were hanging out, too!!)
We both loved The Wesley Heights cocktail -- seriously delicious. The "secret sauce" as dictated by the menu is magical - leaves a slightly sweet, slightly spicy aftertaste. The cocktail menu overall is a fun read with the nods to different areas of CLT.
Around 10:15ish, the vibe changed to more of a club atmosphere (lowered lights, loud music, but great picks...can't complain when Justin Timberlake is played multiple times in the first 30 minutes). People were dancing and having a great time, but it never felt overly-crowded. Overall, will definitely be back to 204 for a fun night out.