Wilmington Distillery

This was an interesting bar down a small alley in town. It was mostly full of college kids. They…read morehad a variety of specialty drinks, and good music playing too. If you are looking to drink and dance, this may not be the spot for you. But you if you want to socialize, then check it out. 2025-09 #560

Great atmosphere! Cozy little bar with a great sazerac. Back…read morecorner of a little alley.

Cool bar

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The Blind Elephant

4.0(168 reviews)

Overpriced and underwhelming…read more But incredibly effective marketing. I fell for it, so I have to credit them with that. Nicely decorated interior. They were mostly kind but I should've turned away at the cover charge, and lack of prices for regular cocktails. I was shocked to see a $21 charge for a whiskey sour that had Buffalo Trace.

Came in tonight for an event with prohibition bottle co. The bar is kind of hidden off the Main…read moreStreet down an alleyway.. you have to know where to look..lol.. we came in with a secret password for event to get in for free.. there's a $5 year membership which we did end up getting because we want to come back! Everyone in bar was very nice and friendly.. the drinks were very good.. a nostalgic 1920's themed bar.. pictures of older days lined walls but very fun vibe.. we went upstairs to smaller bar for event .. no elevators folks so be prepared.. really interesting and cool place I'm very glad I came and I loved the vibe..

Upstairs Lounge

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Bare area from above.

Dram & Draught

4.8(27 reviews)

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.

Another moment please

Bar

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The wall of libations

Gazebo Bar

4.4(5 reviews)

My husband and I decided to stop into the gazebo bar for some drinks before a celebration dinner…read more The bar wasn't busy at the time we visited & the bartender was extremely nice! He offered us the dealer's choice beverage which happened to be like a blueberry gin based drink- it was super delicious. The fact that it was only $10 was even better! My husband went with a bourbon based drink off the menu- he was also a fan. The prices are decent here & we will definitely be back to check it out. The areas around the bar with the fire pits seem like a relaxing place to unwind after dinner. The vibes are quiet and relaxing even though it's right in the hustle and bustle of downtown. We even have a wedding in October to attend that we may plan to stay over night here for.

5 star bar tender was awesome, ambiance is fantastic, really a hidden gem of Wilmington. Have not…read moretried the food yet.

Cocktail menu

Aperol spritz

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Banter

4.5(16 reviews)

Kate was amazing and super helpful with building our drinks. Loved how nice and pretty they came,…read moreand so flavorful! The interior is very cozy, loved how nice and warm it is while you're hanging out.

Only had drinks - bartender quickly (and well) made my wife a French 75 with vodka. Great people…read morewatching in the front, great outdoor space in the back.

Touchtunes

Outdoor seating

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KGB

4.2(67 reviews)

It was a Sunday night and the bartender was extremely rude. Worked about as slow as he could, had…read moreno personality, and tried as hard as possible to do as little as possible. We just wanted a bottled beer. Do better bro.

Bartender was unfriendly and rude when I tried to order 2 bottled beers. The atmosphere of the…read moreplace was really cool but it was honestly ruined by the poor attitude of the bartender.

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The end of a super night at KGB!

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

4.5(101 reviews)

0.3 mi

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.

Cocktails and live music were awesome but music was SO loud!!! The band and singer were really…read moreexceptional so my friend and I were happy to sit and listen to them while we enjoyed our cocktails, but had to leave after one drink because we couldn't hear a word each other said, even in the upstairs area (as far as we could get from the music). My espresso martini was delicious but a little pricey. If I were looking to sit by myself and listen to music, this would be a great spot - just not ideal for the start to a night out with friends due to the noise level. I wish there were a more secluded area we could choose to sit in to hear each other.

Lavender sour

Toto and Derrick

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Rebellion NC

4.2(287 reviews)

Last week my family held an event on the second floor here. The staff at the bar and that brought…read moreout food worked hard! I had a couple of tasty cocktails such as an old fashioned and an orange-based liqueur cocktail. The food was also very tasty. The sliders, Mac and cheese, fries, and pretty much everything else was fresh and well made. The bar has a great ambiance for a party. Pretty much any drink is makable here with tons of options. You can also catch a sports game here pretty easily with all the TVs. This place has a great staff, good food, and fun vibe. Definitely worth you checking out.

Rebellion in Wilmington has a great vibe--warm lighting, with a historic feel, laid-back…read moreatmosphere. We dropped by for wings after some recommendations, so our expectations were high. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and our waiter was especially attentive which we appreciated. The only hiccup was the food timing--our wings took at least 20 minutes to come out. That said, it felt like they may have just been having an off night, and the service throughout stayed positive and professional. Overall, it's a great place for drinks and atmosphere, with a staff that clearly cares about the experience.

Steak sandwich with taters

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Drink

The Pour House

4.3(47 reviews)

Great dive bar with great bartenders and music! Love it here. Love their missile shots (order one…read moretrust me)

One of my favorite bars downtown! Pour house feels like home to me, some great bartenders work…read morethere.

Paloma

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Tavern Law 1832

4.6(36 reviews)

0.2 mi

One of my favorite bars downtown. It's a great place to go with a group of friends. It's casual and…read morewelcoming. On nice days they open the front windows so you can post up and people watch, or if you prefer to watch sports they have tons of TVs. They usually have a fresh batch of popcorn and on Sundays they have free hotdogs!

Wow, the four of us walked in, walked to the huge connect four game. Sat there playing games,…read moregetting popcorn for 45 minutes. We never were waited on. It wasn't busy at all, not sure why they didn't care we were there