Fun little divey bar! The drinks here were good and it's a super unique place. Really loved seeing…read moreall the fun decor. Service was great as well.

I went in and the bartender Riley would not serve my daughter due to some high school drama with…read moremy daughter's HS boyfriend who also bartended , they are 29 now. We were not able to enjoy ourselves we had to leave. Please let this go , my daughter and I have been customers for many years . This is not right it's bullying

Stopped by WTF in Wilmington. Very cool place with a great vibe. Plenty of comfortable seating, TVs…read moreeverywhere, pool table, and even more space upstairs. Service was excellent and the location is perfect if you're out downtown. Drinks were a mixed bag. The smoked Old Fashioned looked good but wasn't anything special. My Kiss of Fire had a nice spicy kick at first, but it watered down really quickly, probably from the ice, so it didn't hold up the way I hoped. Overall though, it's a cool spot with great service and a fun atmosphere. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Wilmington.

Amazing vibes and beer. There were two DJs playing that night, DJ Sotipop and J-Smooth. Both played…read morefantastic house music. The entire venue was popping.

I loved this place! The vibe and ambience was so awesome! It is literally exactly what it says it…read moreis - a bar and a lounge. With 3 sofas I believe, sofa chairs, a great sized bar area and a gd size patio space in the back with a huge big screen TV and games, though we did not go out there. We sat at the bar and had a very enjoyable time with gd music. I wish I had taken more pics, but I will post what I did take.

Went for drinks on a Monday at 5:00 p.m. and had a b. Service was great thanks for fantasticread more

I've been visiting Jinmy's since college back in the day. Same vibes. Love a dive bar and this one…read moreis one of my favorites. They carry Crush vodka. IYKYK, right Pirates?! They did a fun raffle during the football games.

This place is open air and has a dive-bar vibe. We stopped for a quick cocktail on our way to…read moredinner. It was packed but we found a seat and got served fairly quickly. The staff are friendly, efficient, and no-nonsense. Crowd appeared to be mostly locals when we were there. There was a guitarist playing on stage. Husband's beer was cold, and my cocktail was mixed well and not watered down.

Incredibly unique cocktails made by professional bartenders in a welcoming, cozy environment…read more Membership is $5. This is probably not your kind of place if you want a Bud Lite (no offense to Bud Lite).

The Blind Elephant is a very cool little speakeasy tucked away down an alley in downtown…read moreWilmington. Great atmosphere, cozy and quiet seating, and just an all-around neat place to spend some time. The doorman was also extremely friendly and welcoming. There is a $5 membership fee to join, which we didn't mind. I ordered one of their specialty cocktails from the menu and it was very good. My wife ordered a Cosmo, however, and unfortunately hers was a completely different story. Instead of a traditional Cosmo, it was made with a very heavy amount of lime juice. It was cloudy, extremely lime-forward, and simply wasn't what she ordered or expected. She didn't even finish it. This is one of my pet peeves with cocktails: if someone orders a standard drink--a Cosmo, margarita, etc.--make the standard drink unless they ask for something different. A bartender's personal flair can be great in a house specialty, but it shouldn't automatically be added to a classic cocktail. When the bartender noticed she hadn't finished it, he said, "You should have told me." Fair enough--but once we explained that she didn't like the drink, we were still charged for it. That was disappointing. What makes it more frustrating is that my wife had been here previously and another bartender made her Cosmo perfectly, which is one reason we came back. Overall, the Blind Elephant has a lot going for it. The atmosphere is terrific, my specialty cocktail was excellent, and we really like the concept. We're three-times-and-you're-out people, so we'll give it another shot or two. Hopefully next time Martha gets the Cosmo she remembers, because we'd really like to have a reason to keep coming back. For now: 3 stars.

One of my all time favorite breweries in North Carolina. In no particular order, its this one here…read morein Wilmington, Hopfly in Charlotte, and Wicked Weed in Asheville. All 3 have many things in common... This brewery consistently produces some amazing beer. IPAs and hazy IPAs are top notch here. They are very rare and hard to find back home (Greensboro), so I had to stock up. The space is exceptional. Huge beer hall with a large bar top area, tables, couches and comfy chairs. Add in some tv's throughout with sports on, and some foosball and shuffle board, and you have a super fun spot to hang out. The outdoor patio is super comfy as well, and surrounded by beautiful large trees. This is a place I need to stop in every time we're in the Wilmington area. For the great beer, the great space, and to take home half the store lol.

We finally made it to Wilmington Brewing Company, 800 South Kerr Avenue, this weekend, and the…read moreplace won us over once we stepped in. Two attentive guys behind the bar juggled orders and tidied tables without breaking stride It set a tone that the place is not only laid-back but also well-tended. We had the Blair's Breakfast Stout (coffee, lactose, and cacao nibs) super delicious! And then also the Jalapeno Saison. Definitely for the pepper fans. Both brews really hit hte mark. WBC welcomes outside food. So an easy stroll over to P.T.s Grill a block away, and back to WBC allows for you to relax and enjoy even longer. Relaxing Flavorful Downright enjoyable Yep, we'll be back.

Really cool spot! If you've never been out here the bend is nestled in the trees with two other…read morebuildings. One is an ice cream shop and the other a restaurant. The bend is a really cute bar with a chill vibe. The bartenders were both great and the drinks they made were delicious! The outside space is amazing. A stage for live music and then several levels and corners for seating. You are able to sit in a big group or move away if you want something more intimate and private. It was beautiful.

It was my turn to pick a spot for drinks and (of course) I searched Yelp and saw The Bend! We had…read morenever heard of it nor seen it as we drive on Market St. It's a very cool spot, tucked behind 7 Mile Post and "around the bend!" We were lucky to see a parking attendant show us where to park because it gets tight and crowded. We walked across a little bridge over to the spot and there was plenty of outdoor seating and a stage for entertainment. We went inside and ordered our drinks. He got an ice cold beer and I got a strawberry tequila drink that was beautiful and tasted excellent! We sat out back on the deck which overlooked large trees and a lawn with picnic tables and things for the kids to do. I was pleased not to see dogs all over the place. That's a turn off to me. Leave them at home. We did not go back to the front yard to listen to the band, but when we left, every spot was full of people enjoying the music! We will def go back!

This place was so rad! Service was solid, super friendly. Will be back!…read more Gotta try the pizza rolls!

As the first person to ever review the Rift, I honestly have nothing bad to say about any of the…read moretimes I've visited, however I've noticed a pattern concerning the "three dollar domestics" deal that must be addressed. A domestic beer is defined as a beer made domestically within the United States, yet for some reason when I order anything other than a miller lite, bud lite, or coors I'm charged the regular rate? Why is blue moon (brewed in Golden, CO) not considered a domestic beer? Why is Mango Cart (brewed in SoCal) not considered a domestic beer? I've ordered these both multiple times and have been charged full price, I've even explained to the server why it makes no sense, in fact, they're actually losing tips as I'd paid with a 5$ bill but instead of tipping 2$ on top of a 3$ beer, they only got 1$ from a 4 dollar beer. Everything about this place is better than perfect but it's hard to defend them with this reoccurring issue!

Great spot to grab a day drink when visiting the Wilmington Historic District. Dude tending bar was…read morevery friendly. Great selection of spirits and beers. Bar smells awesome and the outdoor seating is great if you're bringing the doggos like we did. Love this place!!

Such a cute little spot! It has all the vibes of a speak easy with dark colorings, wood top, low…read morelevel lighting.. and a selection you will never grow tired of as well as on tap beer options. They have a rotating menu which includes seasonal drinks and staff favorites. They also have a few nibbles you can order but it's not a very big selection. The bar keep was very friendly and upbeat for a Sunday afternoon. Totally would go back when in town again and recommend it to people that visit Wilmington.

The Cloud 9 Rooftop Bar is the best place to enjoy a sunset over the water. The open air bar and…read morethe views of the river keep me coming back time after time. It's a perfect place for after work drinks to wind down. The waitstaff will come around to you and are very attentive and friendly. I have not ordered food, only drinks, so I can't comment on the food but they do have small flatbreads that look delicious. I highly recommend the Fire and Flame Mule. All of their signature cocktails have been great but this one was the perfect mixture of tequila, sweet and spice (without being too sweet). On Thursdays, they have a margarita flight which is a fun way to kick off the night. They also have a full bar and beer and wine menu. Come for the drinks, stay for the sunset.

What a fun and gorgeous place. It's kind of hidden in the rooftop of the Embassy Suites which is…read moretucked off the main road. Views of the Cape Fear River are incredible. Live music on Friday nights. They have a variety of seating options including couches, high tops, low tops, tables for large groups, covered areas, and bar seating. Strongly suggest the Fire and Flames Mule. Our service was exceptional. We didn't have a meal, so I can't speak to the food.