29 Best Bars near Southport

“American Fish Co. is such a fun and scenic spot in Southport! The views over the water are absolutely stunning—especially at sunset—and the live music while we were there made the whole evening even better.

My daughter and her husband really enjoyed the drinks (they said the cocktails were fantastic!), and even though I’m not much of a drinker myself, I loved the atmosphere and the relaxing coastal vibe.

It’s a great place to bring visitors or just unwind after a long day. Definitely one of Southport’s gems!“

“Great spot! We absolutely love this place!“

“Great spot to wet your whistle and have lunch when in Southport. Really great staff and a fun atmosphere. Highly recommended!“

“Live music, very cold beer on draft, pool tables, friendly staff, Foosball, pin ball, outside space - what more could you need in a bar?!“

“My new favorite joint for a beer or bourbon, I don't know how they keep the prices so low but keep it up! Daily drink specials are lit 🔥

No food which I think is smart, you can bring whatever you want and hang out outside or Doordash something to yourself. I also love picking the songs on my phone 📱

If you're staying at the Wingate by Wyndham hotel in Southport, I recommend walking over and getting a cold one. They're open from 2-2, how cool is that? 😎“

“The flavor combinations, the atmosphere, the great service, and the amazing staff make you want to come back time and time again...“

“First time there and thought everything was wonderful! Our waiter Marcuese was the best and the food was delicious! Definitely going back.“

“Fishy Fish Cafe was awesome! The food was seriously amazing—super fresh and packed with flavor. The vibe was laid-back, and the staff was super friendly, making the whole experience even better. If you’re around South Point, definitely check this place out. Highly recommend for anyone craving great seafood and a chill spot. Five stars for sure!“

“I hadn't been back to the Pelican in over a decade before popping in this Christmas Day. It's a rough day for my family and we couldn't have asked for a kinder, sweeter, or friendlier group of locals. The Pelican family went out if it's way to make us feel loved and welcome, to the point of tears. It's a memory that will stay in my mind as among the truest examples of the Christmas spirit I have ever experienced. Thank you 💚“

“The best Golden Mary's ever! Fresh heirloom tomatoes. Great customer service.“

“Love the people and the place. All good things!“

“Cheap drinks, great music and fast bartenders“

“the bartender was great. loved the place and the locals. made us feel at home. Will be back July 2023. can't wait“

“Very unique atmosphere, great vibes. Came here 7.5 years ago and made a sort of life-changing, pivotal, whim-decision in this bar while drunk (don’t normally recommend doing that, but it worked out for the better, for me!), so I had to come back and visit again.“

“The Wisp totally blew me away! The cocktail was chef’s kiss, perfectly mixed by a super knowledgeable bartender Will! And the pizza? Unreal. Easily the best I’ve had. Bonus points for the sunset views over the marina. This spot is a whole vibe, don’t miss it!“

“I Highly Recommend Second Wind It's Not Only New Popular Hangout/Dance Club But They Have The Absolute Greatest Bar And The Greatest Bands Play On Oak Island NC You Must Check It Out 🏆🥇🏝️🍻🍸🍹🍷🎱🎤🎸🎼“

“We have dined here many times and were blown away every single time! Chef Jon Spencer’s creative menu does not disappoint! The excellent service we always receive is the icing on the cake. If you have not had the privilege of eating at this fine establishment I highly encourage you to get a reservation and give it a try. You won’t be sorry! Five stars is not enough!!!!!!“

“Had a wonderful dinner there last night 5star across the board.“

“Wonderful vibe to the place , friendly , quick service, great menu“

“The selection of wine and beer is incredible. The best part of the experience is that Jordyn can answer any questions you might have. Her knowledge (as being a Sommelier) helps fine the perfect libation you will love!“

“Always delivers great food and service. Reasonable prices and looks out for all of the locals year around. Our #1 choice for chilling with good folk!“

“Oysters, shrimp, lobster rolls and cold beer! All delicious and wait staff friendly! Enjoyed ourselves!“

“The food was delicious. The best I had all week during our trip. And the price was really great too. Not overpriced like a couple restaurants in the area. The only issue we had was that there was no waiting area that was comfortable. They have benches out front but the sun made it too hot to sit there and there is no waiting area inside the restaurant.“

“Rickety pier. Bare bones tiki bar. Perfect.
Staff was friendly and accommodating. View was great. And parking was free.
The end of the pier is in disrepair, but there is still plenty to hang out on.
Nice stop. Well worth the trip.“

“An agreeable place for lunch. A small menu with a versatile variety. I enjoyed the flounder basket. This came with a fair sized fillet. I opted for the batter dipped over the breaded and fried. This was accompanied by some delicious crispy fries and a tasty portion of Cole slaw. A nicely prepared meal for lunch. Our waitress Angela was exuberant with a great sense of humor. Overall a good recommendation from the boys at the turtle conservatory. So a shout out and thank you to them also.

Dietary restrictions: Not the healthiest choice. Good for a cheat day.

Wheelchair accessibility: Street level. No automatic doors.“

“They no longer serve food and are strictly a bar but they said that you can bring food in. The drink prices seemed to be the best on the boardwalk and the bartender was very friendly and accomodating. They open early and are very close to the beach.

No beers on tap but will provide an ice cold pint glass on request. Oldest bar in the area established in 1957.

Not a whole lot going on decor or asthetic wise but they did have some nice tv's that were actually playing some normal stuff for a bar (a baseball game) which was really refreshing after visiting a few other bars that either didn't have tvs or were playing really odd channels.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Hurricane Alley!!! Great drinks and great food. Our bartender Nikki was so sweet and gave great service. The manager Joe set up heaters for us since we were so cold. Overall great place who cares about their customers.“

“Awesome experience! Sami was wonderful, nice and prompt!“

“Uncle Vinny’s is absolutely amazing!!! Not only does the food make you want to come back for more but the minute you walk in you are greeted by amazing staff. I highly recommend this place best Italian food by far!!!“