Nightlife in Atlantic Beach, NC

 

Where can you find a place that stays open late on Atlantic Beach? Why not meet your friends at Amos Mosquito’s Restaurant & Bar on Thursday night when karaoke starts up at 9:00 PM and the fun begins, or drop by the Beach Tavern which has music and sports TV and where guests can linger until 2:00 AM. If you want to dance the night away, Memories Beach Club has the only Shag Club on the Crystal Coast. Check out this list of places to gather with friends on the island or consider crossing the bridge to Morehead City for even more nightlife.

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Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar703 East Fort Macon Road
Atlantic Beach, NC • map(252) 247-6222

Locally known as a great place to eat, it's also a favorite for its nightlife. Overlooking Bogue Sound, Amos Mosquito's offers a great selection of wines from across the country and around the world at affordable prices, in addition to a nice selection of draft and bottled beers. It has all ABC permits, and...more about Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar

Beach Tavern413 West Fort Macon Road
Atlantic Beach, NC • map(252) 247-4466

Known locally as the BT, this casual tavern is open year round and offers an informal, fun place to hang out. Since 1972 BT has attracted a diverse group of people who aren't looking for anything fancy, so just come as you are. You don't have to leave the family at home since...more about Beach Tavern

Channel Marker Restaurant718 Atlantic Beach Cswy.
Atlantic Beach, NC • map(252) 247-2344

Channel Marker, a mainstay in the summer nightlife of the county and has been for 30 years, is open every day for lunch and dinner. This is a waterfront spot that maintains a positive reputation with visitors and locals. You'll find great food, a fun waterfront bar with an atrium lounge,...more about Channel Marker Restaurant

Cutty Sark LoungeClam Digger Inn
511 Salter Path Road
Pine Knoll Shores, NC • map(252) 247-4155

For a great spot overlooking a calming pool, check out this lounge at the Clam Digger Inn. Cutty Sark opens on weekdays at 5 PM and on weekends at 1 PM. The lounge often features special DJ nights and has all ABC permits. Call for the schedule....more about Cutty Sark Lounge

Frank & Clara's Restaurant & Lounge1440 Salter Path Road
Indian Beach, NC • map(252) 247-2788

The lounge is upstairs over the restaurant and gets in full swing in the summer, offering a DJ playing a variety of music from beach and shag to country and rock. It opens about 8 PM on Fridays and Saturdays. Call for the entertainment schedule....more about Frank & Clara's Restaurant & Lounge

Memories Beach Club128 East Fort Macon Road
Atlantic Beach, NC • map(252) 240-7424

This is the only Shag Club on the Crystal Coast. During the spring and summer, you'll find Shaggers from all over Eastern North and South Carolina coming here for the best beach music. Memories hosts the Atlantic Beach Shaggers Hall of Fame each year in February, which draws participants from all over...more about Memories Beach Club

Sammy's Seafood House and Oyster BarCorner of Evans and South 6th Street
Morehead City, NC 28557 • map(252) 648-8399

The high polished bar and panaromic view of the boats and water across the street make this the ideal meeting place with friends. Open Saturday through Tuesday, Sammy's is a local favorite with its oyster bar, two 52" screen televisions, and inviting atmosphere. Sammy's offers a large selection of domestic and imported beer,...more about Sammy's Seafood House and Oyster Bar

 
 
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