Until 2009, the building on
1900 West Markham Street was occupied by
Music Loft, a local music store. Following
its demise, a new sports bar called the
Tavern opened, promising a good beer selection, pool tables, darts and other bar games in a stress and frills-free atmosphere. It sits
at the intersection that is not particularly friendly to pedestrian traffic, surrounded as it is by a couple of car shops. Still, with the upcoming opening of the
Bull City Carwash around the corner, this long-neglected stretch is getting some much needed investment.
Carpe Durham, one of Durham's most popular blogs, has a
write-up (complete with pictures) about the Tavern. The review is very positive and notes that after a rough start, the Tavern came into its own and features "lots of decent beers on tap, friendly bartenders and a diverse crowd."
The full review is reprinted after the break.
