This place was incredible. For a cocktail person, their menu was amazing. In particular, the seasonal Cabin Fever was amazing. It was subtle and balanced with nothing overpowering the drink. If you’re into craft cocktails and in Wilmington, this is a must do.
James Boggs
How did the B52's put it. Funky little shack. This bar is great. A speak easy with style and class. Master mixologists behind the bar serving up tantalizing concoctions. Plentiful seating and lounge like music with a live piano on certain evenings.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Abner Lowry
Caitlin is an amazing bartender! Great cocktails and wonderful atmosphere!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie Lowry
Love the Blind Elephant!! Cool vibe! Great music!! Awesome drinks!! Wonderful staff!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jai Undercoffer
We live downtown but usually avoid most of the bars and restaurants because of the touristy/party vibe. We were thrilled when we found the Blind Elephant a couple years ago though, because it seemed a little more upscale and the bartenders seemed like true professionals, crafting beautiful cocktails to go along with the great ambience of piano music and old-fashioned speakeasy vibe.
We went in recently, bringing a friend from out of town in, promising him a true elevated experience. However, when he ordered one of their signature cocktails, the bartender was anything but accommodating. She gave him a dead stare, then walked away without commenting, and started whispering to the other two male bartenders- clearly it was about our friend’s drink order. She did everything short of rolling her eyes directly in our face, then proceeded to spend a full 15 minutes slowly and exaggeratedly making the drink, as if she were being asked to build the Great Wall of China with a spoon. Obviously, she was trying to teach us a lesson about ordering labor-intensive drinks, Even though it was only about 8:30 and the bar was still very empty. The worst part of it was, when we finally did get the drink, It tasted watered-down and flavorless. She had sacrificed all the flavor and let it get diluted in order to over-exaggerate her efforts and teach us some kind of lesson.
I know in downtown, bartenders are used to just pouring vodka and beer straight down tourists throats, but if that’s the kind of bartender you want to be, why not just go work at one of the million other touristy places that will do that? Next time we will go to Dram Tree, Underfront, or Fox’s For a truly elevated experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Dan Deen
One of the absolute nicest speakeasies I have ever been to. Fantastic service and fancy drink selections. This place will not disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Youssef
A Hidden Gem in Wilmington: Where Cocktails Become Art.
Tucked away behind an unassuming door in downtown Wilmington lies The Blind Elephant. A speakeasy that doesn’t just serve drinks; it elevates them to an art form. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is rich with vintage charm, transporting you to a time when cocktails were crafted with soul, not speed.
The bartenders here aren’t simply mixing, they’re composing. Each creation feels like a curated performance. I was fortunate enough to try an off-menu Limoncello Mojito, and I dare say it was a masterpiece. The balance of citrus, mint, and subtle sweetness was nothing short of alchemy. No one, and I mean no one, has come close to topping it.
This isn’t just a bar, it’s an experience. If you’re looking for innovation, atmosphere, and a reminder that mixology can still surprise you, The Blind Elephant is where you need to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Josh Kopelman
XMas in July was quite special. Mr Toby on the keys added to the warm + fuzzy vibes....and those cocktail specials are 🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Noel Poisel
What a fun experience this is! The atmosphere and building itself is a treat in itself. Thursday nights they have live jazz, bands play, and they are wonderful. People will even get up and dance, swing, waltz, etc. been here for date nights, with groups of friends and girls night out. They have a good selection of drinks and service. The place is clean and overall enjoyable to sit and visit in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erica Sturkie
Found this speakeasy last night and super glad we did! Great vibes, incredible alcoholic and NA drink selection, and good live music. Our bartender, Kevin, was awesome and absolutely held it down on a super busy night! 10/10
Speak easy cocktails are great... love this high class hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
S
I absolutely love this place! It’s similar to speakeasy. There is a cover at a door, $5 yearly membership and no horsing around allowed. Amazing place to chill and have conversations
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Emma Gray
Great place and great atmosphere! The cocktails are on the expensive side but super good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bobby Lucero
Cozy lo fi. Cover fee “membership” but it’s only $5. Not bad. Bouncer was kind of rude but the miles were good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Brian Rodriguez
Had been wanting to visit this place for a couple months and it did not disappoint.
This place was incredible. For a cocktail person, their menu was amazing. In particular, the seasonal Cabin Fever was amazing. It was subtle and balanced with nothing overpowering the drink. If you’re into craft cocktails and in Wilmington, this is a must do.
How did the B52's put it. Funky little shack. This bar is great. A speak easy with style and class. Master mixologists behind the bar serving up tantalizing concoctions. Plentiful seating and lounge like music with a live piano on certain evenings.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Caitlin is an amazing bartender! Great cocktails and wonderful atmosphere!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Love the Blind Elephant!! Cool vibe! Great music!! Awesome drinks!! Wonderful staff!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We live downtown but usually avoid most of the bars and restaurants because of the touristy/party vibe. We were thrilled when we found the Blind Elephant a couple years ago though, because it seemed a little more upscale and the bartenders seemed like true professionals, crafting beautiful cocktails to go along with the great ambience of piano music and old-fashioned speakeasy vibe.
We went in recently, bringing a friend from out of town in, promising him a true elevated experience. However, when he ordered one of their signature cocktails, the bartender was anything but accommodating. She gave him a dead stare, then walked away without commenting, and started whispering to the other two male bartenders- clearly it was about our friend’s drink order. She did everything short of rolling her eyes directly in our face, then proceeded to spend a full 15 minutes slowly and exaggeratedly making the drink, as if she were being asked to build the Great Wall of China with a spoon. Obviously, she was trying to teach us a lesson about ordering labor-intensive drinks, Even though it was only about 8:30 and the bar was still very empty. The worst part of it was, when we finally did get the drink, It tasted watered-down and flavorless. She had sacrificed all the flavor and let it get diluted in order to over-exaggerate her efforts and teach us some kind of lesson.
I know in downtown, bartenders are used to just pouring vodka and beer straight down tourists throats, but if that’s the kind of bartender you want to be, why not just go work at one of the million other touristy places that will do that? Next time we will go to Dram Tree, Underfront, or Fox’s For a truly elevated experience.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
One of the absolute nicest speakeasies I have ever been to. Fantastic service and fancy drink selections. This place will not disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Hidden Gem in Wilmington: Where Cocktails Become Art.
Tucked away behind an unassuming door in downtown Wilmington lies The Blind Elephant. A speakeasy that doesn’t just serve drinks; it elevates them to an art form. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is rich with vintage charm, transporting you to a time when cocktails were crafted with soul, not speed.
The bartenders here aren’t simply mixing, they’re composing. Each creation feels like a curated performance. I was fortunate enough to try an off-menu Limoncello Mojito, and I dare say it was a masterpiece. The balance of citrus, mint, and subtle sweetness was nothing short of alchemy. No one, and I mean no one, has come close to topping it.
This isn’t just a bar, it’s an experience. If you’re looking for innovation, atmosphere, and a reminder that mixology can still surprise you, The Blind Elephant is where you need to be.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
XMas in July was quite special. Mr Toby on the keys added to the warm + fuzzy vibes....and those cocktail specials are 🔥
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a fun experience this is! The atmosphere and building itself is a treat in itself. Thursday nights they have live jazz, bands play, and they are wonderful. People will even get up and dance, swing, waltz, etc. been here for date nights, with groups of friends and girls night out. They have a good selection of drinks and service. The place is clean and overall enjoyable to sit and visit in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Found this speakeasy last night and super glad we did! Great vibes, incredible alcoholic and NA drink selection, and good live music. Our bartender, Kevin, was awesome and absolutely held it down on a super busy night! 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Speak easy cocktails are great... love this high class hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I absolutely love this place! It’s similar to speakeasy. There is a cover at a door, $5 yearly membership and no horsing around allowed. Amazing place to chill and have conversations
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great place and great atmosphere! The cocktails are on the expensive side but super good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy lo fi. Cover fee “membership” but it’s only $5. Not bad.
Bouncer was kind of rude but the miles were good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 1
Had been wanting to visit this place for a couple months and it did not disappoint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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