11 Best Cocktail Bars near Wrightsville Beach

King Neptune Restaurant & Pirate Bar Cocktail Bar • $
11 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach

Customers` Favorites

Fried Flounder Sandwich
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Fried Green Tomato blt
Scallops with Risotto
Shrimp and Grits
Stuffed Flounder
Tuna Poke Tacos
Shrimp 'N Grits
Fried Oysters
Arugula Salad

“Excellent Food, excellent atmosphere. Great establishment.“

4.5 Superb297 Reviews
Flying Machine Oyster Bar Burgers • $$
530 Causeway Dr T-1, Wrightsville Beach

Customers` Favorites

Baked Oysters with Tomato Herb Butter
Harbor Island Tomato Sandwich
The Flying Machine Burger
The Loop Chicken Sandwich
Lobster Mac and Cheese
Monday Night 1 Oysters
Whiskey Deviled Eggs
Buffalo Shrimp
Beer Flight
Crab Dip

“The best food! Reasonable prices & the in-house beer fantastic! Even better; the service. JP was our waiter with just the amount of conversation needed to guide us through the menu. Thank you!“

4.4 Superb227 Reviews
Oceanic at the Crystal Pier - NC Seafood • $$
703 S Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach

Customers` Favorites

Fried Shrimp and Clam Strips You Can Make Your Own Combination
NC-Style Calabash Platter
Parmesan Crispy Oysters
Fried Shrimp Platter
Carolina Crab Cakes
Crab-Stuffed Salmon
Island Shrimp Tacos
Crab Stuffed Salmon
Crystal Pier Salad
She-Crab Soup Bowl

“We had a great experience thanks to our server Jason. From the moment we sat down, Jason was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. What stood out the most was Jason’s positive attitude, which elevated the whole meal. His recommendations were spot on, and he handled our requests with a smile and professionalism. Great service like this elevated the whole meal and made the experience special.“

4.3 Superb577 Reviews
Triangle Lounge Cocktail Bar • $
5920 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington - 3.06 miles

“Absolutely love this place ! Great people !“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Wilmington Wine’s Creative Tastings Korean • $
701 Castle St, Wilmington - 8.3 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ramyun Noodle Soup
Korean Chicken
Bulgogi
Japchae
Bossam
Bao

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

5 Superb26 Reviews
The Sounder American • $$
5400 Oleander Dr, Wilmington - 3.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Caesar Wrap
NC Shrimp Pasta
Fresh Catch
The Burger

“10/10 recommend! We had the best Valentine’s Day dinner here. The space is beautiful and airy, and the food was incredible. The Oysters Millionaire (that salmon mousse!!) and the Seacuterie board were the perfect start. I treated myself to the Surf N’ Turf with lobster thermidor and it was so decadent and delicious. It was exactly the high-end but laid-back night out I needed. Can’t wait for brunch!“

4.6 Superb54 Reviews
The Rift Bar •
2144 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington - 7.23 miles

“Watching the Super Bowl 2026 at The Rift in Wilmington was an awesome experience. The crowd brought nonstop energy, the drinks were solid, and it felt like the perfect mix of local bar vibe and big-game excitement. Great spot to watch football with friends — I’d absolutely go back for another big game.“

4.7 Superb58 Reviews
Cornelia's Restaurant American • $$
980 Roundhouse Cir, Wilmington - 6.24 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Salad

“Our service was flawless and our dinner was amazing we had the scallops and chicken saltimbanco. Would highly recommend.“

4.7 Superb43 Reviews
Cape Fear Seafood Company Seafood • $$
140 Hays Ln Unit 140, Wilmington - 6.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cape Fear Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Fried Shrimp Basket of Fries
Blackened Fresh Catch Tacos
Bald Head Island Crab Cakes
Lemon Pepper Sea Scallops
Figure 8 Stuffed Flounder
Cape Fear Shrimp & Grits
Broiled Seafood Platter
Calabash One Platter
Diablo Shrimp Pasta

“Had a mix up with a gift card. They fixed it quick fast and in a hurry. Thanks so much Porter’s neck location!!!!“

4.4 Superb242 Reviews
Ibis Coffee and Cocktails Bar • $
921 Princess St Unit 101, Wilmington - 8.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Blueberry Muffin
Croissant

“Coffee shop in the morning, bar at night. This place is on another level. Quiet, chill, moody. Great morning coffee menu. Staff was friendly and facility was clean. Lots of different seating, couches, bar, tables. Indoor and outdoor seating available on the patio Lots of parking. Can’t say I would bring kids here even in the morning. Looking forward to bringing my husband here and experiencing it as a cocktail bar at night sometime soon!“

4.5 Superb106 Reviews
Perla Raw Bar Seafood • $$
1039 Ashes Dr, Wilmington - 2.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Oyster Sandwich with a Side of Cucumber Salad
Shrimp Spring Rolls
Oyster with Caviar
Tuna Tartare
Sea Food Stew
Seafood Tower
Perla Oyster
Seared Tuna
Fish Tacos
Sampler

“Amazing drinks, food & service 💕“

4.5 Superb117 Reviews