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Inside The Shaffner Inn · Winston-Salem

The Shaffner Lounge

Step inside and settle in. Our upscale bar is a warm, moody neighborhood gathering place, welcoming overnight guests and everyone looking for a cozy spot to unwind.

Come for a crafted cocktail, stay for a quick and delicious meal, and make yourself at home.

Thursday, Friday & Saturday · 5–9 PM
Closed Sunday–Wednesday.

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Musicians performing on the patio at The Shaffner Lounge
Comfortable lounge seating beside the historic bar

A neighborhood gathering place

Make yourself at home

Originally created as a comfortable retreat for our overnight guests, the lounge has grown into something we’re excited to share with everyone.

Catch up with friends over drinks, wander through the house and discover our rotating collection of Artfolios, or simply linger awhile. It’s relaxed, intimate, and a little unexpected.

Room to linger

Find your favorite corner

Historic details, inviting seating, and the easy pace of a neighborhood lounge make this a place to settle in. Choose a cozy corner for conversation or enjoy the character of the house with a drink in hand.

Window seating and antique furnishings in The Shaffner Lounge
Courtyard with bistro tables and umbrellas at The Shaffner Inn

A little fresh air

Discover the courtyard

Our outdoor setting brings the same welcoming spirit beyond the lounge. Bistro tables, umbrellas, and the character of The Shaffner Inn offer another place to enjoy the atmosphere.

Small bites & satisfying favorites

A bite to eat

From the Shaffner Board to a quick meal, our bar menu is made for an easy evening. And while we may be a little biased, don’t leave without trying the chicken and sausage gumbo.

Chicken and sausage gumbo served at The Shaffner Lounge
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Small Bites

French Fries — $5
Truffle Fries — $6
Pretzel Bites with Stone Ground Mustard & Cheese — $8
The Shaffner Board — $15
Potato Chips — $3

Entrees

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo — $7.50
Beer Brat with Bun — $8
Jalapeño and Cheddar Brat with Kiki’s Sourdough Bun — $12
All Beef Hot Dog with Bun — $6
The Weekly Weiner Special — $9

Toppings

Free: Raw onions, sauerkraut, deli mustard, stone ground mustard, relish, mayo, ketchup.

Extras — $1 each: Kimchi, grilled onions, beer cheese, bacon bits, pickled jalapeños.

Kiki’s Sourdough Bun — $2

Drinks

Soda — $3.50
Mexican Coke — $5

Fiddlin’ Fish beer being poured at The Shaffner Lounge

Crafted cocktails · Wine · Local beer

Something to sip

Explore our signature cocktails, wine selection, and beer on tap, including local favorites from Fiddlin’ Fish Brewery.

The following drink menu is for the bar.

At the Bar

Signature cocktails, wines, and local beer at The Shaffner Lounge.

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Signature Cocktails

1907

Our spin on the Old Fashioned. Bourbon, walnut bitters, and a smoked orange twist over ice.

$12
The Veranda

Our spin on the Moscow Mule. Vodka, ginger beer, peach liqueur, lime juice, and muddled mint over ice.

$12
Agnes Garden

Luna Bloom Gin, elderflower, cucumber antidote, basil, and Prosecco.

$12
Hot Henry

Rum, fresh cantaloupe juice, fresh jalapeño, lemon juice, and basil over ice.

$12

Beer on Tap

Camel City IPA

Fiddlin’ Fish Brewery · Winston-Salem, NC · 5.5% ABV

$8 / 12 oz · $10 / pint
Mexican Lager

Fiddlin’ Fish Brewery · Winston-Salem, NC · 4.8% ABV

$8 / 12 oz · $10 / pint

White & Rosé Wines

Prices shown as glass / bottle where available.

Vetriccie

Corsica, France · 12% ABV · 85% Vermentinu, 15% Biancu Gentile

$8 / $30
Guy Allion Les Mazelles Sauvignon Blanc

Touraine, France · 12% ABV

$9 / $32
La Berrière Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu

Loire, France · 12% ABV · 100% Melon de Bourgogne

$8 / $30
Bernier Chardonnay

Loire, France · 12% ABV

$6 / $22
The Fableist Chardonnay

Central Coast, California · 13% ABV

$12 / $45
Bench Chardonnay

Sonoma · 13.8% ABV

$12 / $45

Red Wines

Cave La Comtadine Côtes du Rhône

France · 14% ABV · 80% Grenache, 20% Syrah

$8 / $30
Josh Pinot Noir

Central Coast, California · 13.5% ABV

$8 / $30
Tarrica Cabernet Sauvignon

Paso Robles, California · 13.5% ABV

$8 / $30
Spoken West Cabernet Sauvignon

California · 14.5% ABV

$20
Les Volets Pinot Noir

France · 12.5% ABV

$20

Sparkling Wines

Los Monteros Cava Brut

Spain · 11.5% ABV · 50% Macabeo, 30% Xarello, 20% Parellada

$30
Casalotta Brut Spumante

Italy · 11% ABV · 100% Glera

$28

Craft Beer

Marigold Hefeweizen Ale

Keepsake Brewery · Gastonia, NC · 5.0% ABV

$8
American Lager

Pisgah Brewing Company · Black Mountain, NC · 4.7% ABV

$8
Surf Wax IPA

Burial Beer Co. · Asheville, NC · 6.8% ABV

$8

Beer

Corona Extra

4.6% ABV

$5
Michelob Ultra

4.2% ABV

$5
Stella Artois

5% ABV

$6

Gather around the table

Private dinners

Bring your group together for a private dinner inside The Shaffner Inn. Dinners are served in the parlor or dining room, separate from the lounge area, for an intimate gathering of friends, family, or colleagues.

10-person minimum
Starting at $55 per person, plus alcohol
Available Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 6–9 PM

A welcoming setting for rehearsal dinners, celebrations, and corporate gatherings. Inquire by calling or texting our Shaffner Lounge Manager, Peggy, at 336-671-0025.

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