The Architect Bar & Social House and The Green Light are two unique concepts located under one roof.
The Architect offers cocktails, craft beer, weekend bottle service, and dj's in an energized yet casual atmosphere.
A Raleigh staple for over a decade, The Architect continues to be one of the city's most favorite bars.
The Green Light is a speakeasy with an award winning cocktail program located behind a bookshelf inside The Architect. Here you can escape to a secret room that hides you from the world. The Green Light has been featured in Architectural Digest, USA Today, Thrillist's "Best In the World," and most recently Rolling Stone.
We book a multitude of events in both spaces including wedding receptions/rehearsals, engagements parties, cocktail classes, birthdays, corporate events, holiday parties and more.
Come see us and/or reach out via our contact info. We are here for you!

Southern Hospitality with a Big City Variety

The building located at 126 S. Salisbury Street houses two concepts under The Local Icon Hospitality Group.
On the second floor, The Merchant is a sleek and modern craft cocktail bar hidden behind a secret door that sits on Salisbury Street. Inside you will find a dark, sexy, and sinister space that provides top notch libations.
Located on the ground floor, Virgil's Cocktails and Cocina is a fun and trendy cocktail bar that includes Authentic Mexican Cuisine. Dj's provide a dope vibe as guests dine and enjoy drinks.

Come in and enjoy!