26 Best Cocktail Bars near Leland

“excellent pizza. Very friendly staff.“

“First time there.. exceptional food, wonderful staff. Damn sure going back. Noisy but the good kind of noise.“

“5 Gold Stars ⭐️ This was our first time eating there and I promise it will not be our last. Excellent food, service, and atmosphere“

“Both bartenders and bouncers were very professional and friendly. The vibe of the atmosphere and crowd felt fun and safe!“

“LOVED it! Excellent drinks, great service and super cute ambiance. Highly recommend!“

“This unique cocktail bar was recommended to us by a friend and we’re so glad we stopped in this weekend! We love the atmosphere and the cocktails were top notch! I tried a couple different drinks the bartender recommended and my husband said it was the best Old Fashion he’s ever had. We quickly decided to become members and will be back hopefully soon!!“

“Lots of fun, great band, service not so great….waited 30 minutes at the bar to get waited on ☹️☹️☹️“

“My husband and I have been looking for an authentic feeling of a British pub and this is it for us! Best in Wilmington!“

“This evening we were excited to bring friends who had never been to Seabird, and it was my wife’s birthday! The food did not disappoint. Our friends loved it. It was good to see a restaurant with a sense of humor when they brought out a “no calorie” birthday cake! (A lit candle stuck to a dessert plate)“

“Awesome parking access. Very noticeable entrance with a cozy outside setting and a beautiful atmosphere inside with a fully stocked bar , booths and a billards table. The bartender was attentive , friendly and provided excellent customer service.“

“Great drinks, staff and atmosphere!“

“A special place! They have steak and salad but I say try something more interesting. We got many seafood dishes and some Italian fare. Every bite was absolutely excellent. For me, the appetizers were my favorite part. Relaxed atmosphere but still exceptional service you expect with fine dining. When you take a bite of the rigatoni, all your troubles will melt away and you’re a small happy child once more. We celebrated a birthday and the desert was on the house. Classy. Btw no matter how full you are DO NOT pass on the salted caramel panna cotta. Every one needs to taste it. Apparently in the late afternoon reservations can be snagged from parties who canceled. We made a reservation ourselves a month in advance. Worth it.“

“Stopped in around 2:30. Bartender and GM Lexi very friendly. Dwayne(The Rock)Johnson guarding the front door.“

“Too many positives to mention. Friendly and attentive staff, high quality and delicious food and a great atmosphere“

“Fabulous addition to the neighborhood with great food and atmosphere . Super brunching !“

“Evening was perfect! We were only stopping for a drink and the sunset?
The views are secondary to the service/food-and atmosphere.
Tyler the manager was as engaging as his staff.
He sat with us and others throughout the restaurant. Felt like we were having a dinner party at a Friend’s house. Who just happens to live on the water.“

“The atmosphere is the best around and the drinks are fantastic. We can’t wait to return back.“

“Great cocktails, a varied wine list, outstanding food, fun music and relaxed atmosphere. So glad we had dinner here!“

“I love Ibis so much and really would recommend it to everyone - BUT since it's opening it has had terrible wifi connection. I know this is a problem with many others. I barely come here anymore because I often go to cafes to do a little bit of work. Currently writing this because I just missed a work meeting while here.

I do however recommend this place 100%. I love the atmosphere and music.“

“Farm to table meats, seafood and vegetables !! The octopus was amazing !! Great atmosphere !!“

“Great music and awesome stout“

“Went here tonight gor the first time. We ordered a special and loved every bite. Beautifully presented and flavor profiles were were fabulous. We look forward to returning. Our server was delightful. Unfortunately cannot remember her name.“

“Delicious food, menu variety, friendly staff, & great location on the River.“

“Wonderful service from Tyler! Made our night!“

“Varnish is hands down the best bar in Wilmington! The bartenders are the best in all of downtown—they’re fast, friendly, and always make sure you’re having a great time. The venue itself is the perfect size—big enough to keep the energy high but never so packed that you feel like you’re missing out. Even if there’s a line, it moves quickly, so you never have to wait long to get in and be part of the fun. The door staff is always on point, making sure things stay safe and enjoyable for everyone. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, I can’t recommend Varnish enough!“

“Great place. Beautiful view of Wilmington.“