Nightlife in Beaufort, NC

 

For an exciting and unique night out on the town, take a cruise on the Crystal Coast Lady where you and your friends can dance in the moonlight on the ocean. If you’re a land lover who appreciates the sea and enjoys a historic setting, take your friends to the Back Street Pub for a selection of your drink of choice and toe-tapping music all evening. This is a popular gathering place, so come early and stay late. If you’d like to enjoy the sunset on Bogue Inlet step into the Rhum Bar at Front Street Grill at Stillwater on the waterfront in downtown Beaufort.

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Crystal Coast Lady Cruises Beaufort NightlifeCrystal Coast Lady CruisesPLAY VIDEO617 Front Street
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Beaufort, NC 28516 • map(252) 728-TOUR(8687)
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For an unforgettable evening on the water, Crystal Coast Lady Cruises offers full service catering on their 75 foot custom design super cruiser featuring a spacious, fully enclosed top deck with dance floor, an outstanding sound and lighting system and a panoramic bow viewing area.  On-board amenities also include a D.J....more about Crystal Coast Lady Cruises

Back Street Pub124 Middle St.
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 728-7108

This laid-back place is a small bar housed in a century-old former bakery. Inside, you'll see why it's a favorite among sailors passing through on the Intracoastal Waterway because the walls are covered with their nautical memorabilia. Regulars simply call it Back Street, and there is usually standing room only on...more about Back Street Pub

Cru Wine Bar and Coffee Shop  $-$$120 Turner St.
Beaufort, NC 28516 • map(252) 728-3066

Cru Wine Bar and Coffee Shop is the perfect place to meet friends and relax. Within a block of the Beaufort waterfront, this wine bar and coffee shop features a high bar and several living room–type seating areas, perfect for meeting friends or making new ones. Cru Wine Bar has an outstanding selection of...more about Cru Wine Bar and Coffee Shop

The Dock House  $-$$500 Front St.
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 728-4506

The Dock House is easy to find because as you walk the boardwalk off of Front Street on a summer evening, you'll see a large crowd lingering outside of it enjoying the night's live entertainment. This waterfront bar fronts Taylor's Creek and has long been a favorite of locals and Crystal Coast visitors alike....more about The Dock House

Fish Tales at Town Creek Marina  $-$$232-A W. Beaufort Rd.
Beaufort, NC 28516 • map(252) 504-7263

In addition to full lunch and dinner service every day during the summer, Fish Tales at Town Creek Marina offers local entertainment on the weekends on their spectacular outdoor patio and Tiki bar.  Enjoy a view of the harbor, while enjoying music, drink specials and menu specials. Fish Tales can host private parties...more about Fish Tales at Town Creek Marina

Front Street Grill at Stillwater  $-$$300 Front St.
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 728-4956

The Rhum Bar at Front Street Grill at Stillwater offers guests spectacular views of Beaufort Inlet, Carrot Island and evening sunsets. This is the perfect place to enjoy selections from an extensive rum list, cocktails, wine, beer and light foods outside. The restaurant has all ABC permits and serves lunch, dinner...more about Front Street Grill at Stillwater

Royal James Cafe  $-$$117 Turner St.
Beaufort, NC • map(252) 728-4573

Royal James Cafe is the oldest continually existing business in Beaufort's historic district and has a local flavor all its own. With an early 1950s Formica, wood and neon look, this cafe and pool room draws an interesting mix of locals and tourists, families and singles. You'll find regulation antique Brunswick...more about Royal James Cafe

 
 
 
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