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    Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

    4.5 (100 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Classy
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Taylor B.

    I didn't know quite what to expect with this bar, but whatever I was expecting was exceeded! They're like an upscale dive bar. You go in to socialize, there's live music, it's loud, there's a pool table, but the cocktails are hand crafted with care like you would get at a fancy lounge. The bartender was super friendly, and made each drink perfectly. Definitely recommend!

    Amanda M.

    We had such a great time last night. The live music was exactly what we were looking for. The bar is nice and dark allowing you to chill and relax while sipping on these gorgeous cocktails. My husband and I went down the list trying to taste drinks we've never seen at other restaurants. Needless to say, we put a damper on the list and we're not disappointed at all. The later it got throughout the evening the busier the bar got but the bartenders rolled with it and there wasn't more than a 5 minute wait from bar to table regarding your drink. All in all we throughly enjoyed the atmosphere is this bar and loved the live music on this Friday night! We tried the following drinks - Hers: Black Magic - My absolute favorite! This tequila espresso drink was so smooth and delicious. It had the perfect balance of sweetness to balance the bitters. It had a lovely smokey flavor from the charred and smoked cinnamon that's paired beautifully with the mezcal. This is a great sipping drink. Bourbon Breakfast - this has a lovely balance of bourbon and espresso. This is very similar to the Black Magic but with Bourbon and not smokey. My husband who is not a bourbon drinker loved this drink and asked to switch with me so he could have it. Lady in White - I am not a gin drinker but this was so smooth and delicious. Very similar to a refresher. The white chocolate gives it the perfect level of sweetness without making it overly sweet. Lemon Meringue Martini - last drink of the night for me, and man did this hit the spot. This reminded me of my husbands grandmothers lemon pie. It was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. My husband said had I started the night with this, he would have ordered it all night long. His: White Russian - he really enjoyed this. He normally enjoys coffee drinks at the house and doesn't venture too far out of his comfort zone. He was pleased with the coffee flavor and that the alcohol flavor wasn't over powering. Spice of Life - too spicy for him so we switched drinks and he drank my breakfast bourbon drink. This has a great heat from the chili and the lime flavor balances it out well. Not a sweet drink, more similar to a spicy margarita but with rum. I am not a rum drinker but it didn't over power the drink. Barking at the Moon - I took a tiny sip of this and it was a little too sweet for my taste, however, they use one of their house infused liquors to make this drink and the husband said it didn't disappoint.

    Barking at the Moon
    J E.

    This is an interesting cocktail bar with a very "roadhouse" feel to it... Concrete floors, pool table, really run down and needing updating... But with a killer cocktail menu! Definitely not the "speakeasy" looks and vibe you'd expect (and hope for) with this interesting menu. The staff was friendly and helpful... Funny too! Drinks were good! If the venue looked better, was more comfy and slightly (ok, a lot) more upscale, I'd definitely return.

    Kaitlyn C.

    Cute and cozy bar that was surprisingly very spacious on the inside. Fresh, handmade cocktails by the super friendly bartenders really completed the vibe. There is an upstairs area with a pool table and a little balcony where you can get a good view of the floor and stage. There wasn't live music when we went but we'll definitely be back for a gig!

    Live entertainment
    Khalilah L.

    This gem was located across the street from our hotel so we thought we would check it out! Walked in and ALL the bartenders were super nice and were ready to serve! We ordered drinks and started a tab. We were here on a Friday night, so there was live entertainment. He was really good and sung songs from different genres! They also have a pool tab with 2nd floor seating. On the 2nd floor you can still look down and see what's going on, on the first floor. The great thing about this place, is they ONLY serve drinks so you can bring food in if your like - that was great! Were here for a few more days, and we will definitely be back!

    Caitlin S.

    Came for a drink after dinner. They have a nice extensive cocktail list so I decided to try something new and ordered the That's My Jam - super tasty! My husband ordered something with grapefruit and rum - totally blanking on the name but it was also great. The first floor was starting to fill up so we wandered out to the patio and had it to ourselves for a while. Overall, great drinks. Very eclectic crowd. I'd return.

    Honey I'm Home
    Dani N.

    One of my favorite bars in Wilmington because of their craft cocktails and cozy environment. They're reasonably priced for the Wilmington market, especially for the quality of beverages provided. They have live music nights, karaoke nights and occasional private tickets events like comedy shows. Check their social media pages for info on those. If you're like me, you have a go-to drink but you're open to trying new options to see if the bartender can wow you with a nifty new flavor combo. Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (WTF) has a vast amount of curated cocktails on their menu and I've tried a good handful of them by now, but the one that surprised me the most was the Fired Agave made with habanero infused tequila. Take lemon sorbet on a hot day and add a few dashes of cayenne pepper. It's confusingly refreshing with a dash of "my throats on fire." I wouldn't pound them down all night but definitely worth a try. Another new thing I've been into is egg in cocktails and coffee. WTF has a seasonal drink right now called Honey I'm Home which has tequila and egg whites in it, amongst other things. I could not believe the texture; It was so fluffy and went down so easily. I had to ask the bartender twice if it was really egg and tequila I was drinking... two things I never thought I'd combine on purpose. They also have vodka based dessert shots/drinks here that make you question why you've ever had any other form of post meal sweets. WTF is currently partners with RumCow, a restaurant and rum bar next door which also has great craft cocktails. It's located on a side street in the heart of downtown. It's two story with the bar and lounge downstairs, patio out back and pool upstairs. They have restrooms and close street parking. It's a little classier than I'd say your average neighborhood bar but still jeans and sandals accepting. Would recommend for groups, dates, bachelorette parties, etc. Definitely a Wilmington cocktail gem.

    NY Sour cocktail and Barkin At The Moon cocktail
    India M.

    If I could drink a "Barkin At The Moon" every night, I would. This drink is PHENOMENAL!! And Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is one of the chillest, while still being fun and upbeat, spots downtown. The drinks are a work of art. That being said, the drinks do take some time to make, so you may be waiting at the bar for a few before you can order. The bartenders are super friendly and attentive, and they get to you as soon as they can. The wait is never ridiculous or excessive, but if you are impatient or time conscious, this may not be the spot for you. There's an upstairs area with additional seating that overlooks the main floor and stage, which also has a pool table. There is also a small outdoor area guests can explore. Music is kept to a respectable decibel; however, live bands do perform, though I don't know the schedule, I'll get back to y'all with that, and those nights can be a little loud. But going back to the start -- if you like a semi-sweet drink with a hint of bitterness (like your mother-in-law), order a "Barkin At The Moon".

    Cedar smoked old fashioned and berry me with tequila

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    Got the classic smoked old fashioned and it was one of the best I've ever had. So fun with the live music on the weekend!!

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    Awesome Anejo Old Fashioned...highly recommend! Thanks for the great drinks and fun night!

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    Great drinks, amazing talent and fun atmosphere! We loved our visit and can't wait to go again next trip!

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    Great place serving craft cocktails! One of the only bars in the area I know making drinks like this. Highly recommend!

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    Best smoked old fashions and bartenders in town. Nice place to hang out after work. It gets even better as the night goes on.

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