White Collar Crime   

When your weekend night calls for a well-made martini and a happening patio on which to sip it, get into White Collar Crime. Situated in Raleigh's warehouse district, this trendy bar combines high ceilings, exposed beams and ductwork, and contemporary art for an industrial feel. In this 3,138-square-foot space, the best seats in the house are either out on the front patio, offering a perfect view of who's coming and going, or at the bar -- if you can manage to grab a seat. Two huge arched French doors separate the spaces. In the back, a DJ spins dance, house and down-tempo tunes at a level that provides the perfect backdrop for talking with your friends without having to yell.