Popped in here on a cold February night on the island. Immediately the owner spotted us and gave a warm welcome. Throughout the night his attention to guests took center stage. Recognizing almost everyone he was quick to say hi, wave a hand and stop by the table to chat. He definitely made a mark on our visit! At his recommendation we ordered the expresso martini and smoky old fashioned. Both were delicious and followed by more. There was no food service being off season, but we were invited to order from a neighboring restaurant. Soon the owner was serving popcorn hot off the popper to the patrons. Great treat to accompany cocktails. This place has a great local vibe, and I’m keeping my fingers crossed that the locals will keep Bar 1957 around for a long time. I’ll be there for sure!
Darlene Johnson
Wonderful service and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Coastal C.
Cool speakeasy setting. Comfortable seating with bar service and signature cocktails. Has outside seating for nicer weather and bring in your own food. Right across from Rucker John's.
Karen Musco
So beautiful and relaxing. Jazz player was fabulous.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Warner
Phenomenal speakeasy bar with indoor and outdoor seating. Bartenders are knowledgeable and have a fantastic selection. It's definitely an upgrade from the previous bars at this location.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Wayne TINDLE
Anyone that's close by emerald isle should stop in 1957and definitely see all the turtles and enjoy the views I actually met the owner Clay very nice and personable very nice facility to have a wedding reception or just to have a few adult beveragesWheelchair accessibility: Very easy to get in and out with a wheelchair
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashley Bush
My favorite place for a great martini and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Tim S Hunt
We went in for drinks before dinner and Brandon our bartender was extremely pleasant and our drinks were top notch. Kudos to Noah from my daughter and her husband.
Love love this bar! The atmosphere is amazing! Service and drink selections are top shelf! If you want a comfortable relaxing evening, this place is your go to, you won't regret going but you will regret not trying it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
David Jacob
This is definitely the place to hang out on Emerald Isle. Best espresso martinis on the island! Brandon made us some incredible old fashions to round out the night. This is the place to hang out for an upscale cocktail on the island. Don’t sleep on this place.!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Rob Moore
Awesome cocktails and great
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Matt Wilkinson
Amazing find! Tucked away in the plaza with the food lion (across from Rucker Johns in the back), it isn’t easily seen, but make sure you find your way here. Most restaurants / bars close early, but Bar 1957 is open late. Amazing drinks, awesome atmosphere, and great staff. Met the owner, who seems like an all around great guy that treats his employees very well (“best boss ever” was thrown around by the bartender). Highly recommended for anyone looking for an evening stop.
Had a great time!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great place to meet friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Popped in here on a cold February night on the island. Immediately the owner spotted us and gave a warm welcome. Throughout the night his attention to guests took center stage. Recognizing almost everyone he was quick to say hi, wave a hand and stop by the table to chat. He definitely made a mark on our visit! At his recommendation we ordered the expresso martini and smoky old fashioned. Both were delicious and followed by more. There was no food service being off season, but we were invited to order from a neighboring restaurant. Soon the owner was serving popcorn hot off the popper to the patrons. Great treat to accompany cocktails. This place has a great local vibe, and I’m keeping my fingers crossed that the locals will keep Bar 1957 around for a long time. I’ll be there for sure!
Wonderful service and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Cool speakeasy setting. Comfortable seating with bar service and signature cocktails. Has outside seating for nicer weather and bring in your own food. Right across from Rucker John's.
So beautiful and relaxing. Jazz player was fabulous.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal speakeasy bar with indoor and outdoor seating. Bartenders are knowledgeable and have a fantastic selection. It's definitely an upgrade from the previous bars at this location.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Anyone that's close by emerald isle should stop in 1957and definitely see all the turtles and enjoy the views I actually met the owner Clay very nice and personable very nice facility to have a wedding reception or just to have a few adult beveragesWheelchair accessibility: Very easy to get in and out with a wheelchair
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite place for a great martini and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We went in for drinks before dinner and Brandon our bartender was extremely pleasant and our drinks were top notch. Kudos to Noah from my daughter and her husband.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Specialty cocktails. Excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Love love this bar! The atmosphere is amazing! Service and drink selections are top shelf! If you want a comfortable relaxing evening, this place is your go to, you won't regret going but you will regret not trying it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is definitely the place to hang out on Emerald Isle. Best espresso martinis on the island! Brandon made us some incredible old fashions to round out the night. This is the place to hang out for an upscale cocktail on the island. Don’t sleep on this place.!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Awesome cocktails and great
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amazing find! Tucked away in the plaza with the food lion (across from Rucker Johns in the back), it isn’t easily seen, but make sure you find your way here. Most restaurants / bars close early, but Bar 1957 is open late. Amazing drinks, awesome atmosphere, and great staff. Met the owner, who seems like an all around great guy that treats his employees very well (“best boss ever” was thrown around by the bartender). Highly recommended for anyone looking for an evening stop.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5