The Brass Pelican Tavern
2112 N. New River Dr., Surf City
(910) 328-4373
The Brass Pelican is an old Topsail Island favorite for local residents and returning visitors who especially enjoy the large outdoor back deck. Entertainment is provided on Friday and Saturday nights with karaoke on Thursdays. Menu choices include deli sandwiches, appetizers and steamed seafood in the evening. There are also daily drink and food specials. Open everyday 11am-2am. Lunch 11am-2pm and Dinner 5pm-9pm.
Commodore Room
404 Roland Ave., Surf City
(910) 328-4331
This new upscale martini bar features a classic 40-foot polished wood bar with brass foot rails and trim. Sit back and enjoy your favorite martini or try their Topsail Lemonade before hitting the dance floor. It's open seven days a week with live music with headline bands on weekends throughout the summer. The Commodore Room is located on the second floor, above the Mainsail Restaurant, and has its own entrance. 5pm-Midnight
Crab Pot
508 Roland Ave., Surf City
(910) 328-5001
This down-home establishment has a take-out window and a casual screened-in dining room and bar. Crab Pot's "Shag Shack" is a favorite with folks who like beach music and shagging, the dance of the beach crowd. The Shack features entertainment by local disc jockeys and popular beach bands. No one is a stranger at the Crab Pot.
Gilligan's
N.C. Hwy. 50, Surf City
(910) 328-4090
Gilligan's is a private club with a membership fee of $5. Visitors for an evening can be signed in by a member. Featuring the largest dance floor in the area, Gilligan's has seasonal entertainment Wednesday through Sunday with karaoke and music for dancing. A shuttle service is always available. It's open daily year round.
Margarita's Bar & Grill
2111 N. New River Dr., Surf City
(910) 328-3066
Get ready to shag because the DJs here spin beach music on weekends. Feel the urge to belt out a tune? Margarita's hosts Karaoke nights ever Wednesday and Thursday. If you work up an appetite singing and dancing the night away, Margarita's dishes up the only late-night breakfast on the island, serving between 11 PM and 4 AM.
Squeaky's
1713 N. New River Dr., Surf City
(910) 328-1500
This bar has 5,000 square feet of fun, including a large dance floor, big screen TVs for big game and race days, walls of arcade games, pool tables, darts, DJs, Karaoke and bands. Enough said, Squeaky's has it all, including ABC permits. It is open every day at noon.
Surf City Wine & Cheese
602 N. New River Dr., Surf City
(910) 328-4111
Sometimes the best nightlife on Topsail Island can be grabbing a great bottle of wine and relaxing on the deck with friends. Surf City Wine and Cheese has an extensive variety on hand. Different wines are featured weekly and new lines are continually being added. Wine tastings are held from April to October, advance ordering for vacation convenience or a 10 percent discount on a case of wine are just some of the services offered. You will also find imported beers and wine-related gifts.
Beach Buggy of Topsail Island
Topsail Beach
(910) 620-3388, (910) 328-1375
Beach Buggy of Topsail Island's 15-passenger shuttle bus can be just what you need for a safe night out on the town, or for a Topsail Island tour, a group outing to a sporting event, bachelor party or anywhere you and your friends or family might wish to go together. Call the above numbers for information or reservations.
Skully’s Pub and Grub
718 Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach
(910) 328-3100
Located in the heart of Topsail Beach, Skully’s pub offers a late night menu, fine wines and spirits, imported and domestic beer, pool tables, wide-screen TV and live entertainment. Skully's restaurant makes homemade entrees including scampi, shrimp and crab au gratin, crab cakes, fried seafood and steaks. If you're in the mood for something lighter, try their homemade soups, salads, crab dip or sandwiches. Skully’s is open daily during the summer and is closed Mondays off-season. The pub opens at 4 PM with daily specials. Dinner is served from 5 to 10 PM. Fri.-Karaoke...Sat-Live Music...Wed-Domestics & Pool Tournament...Thurs-Surf Nights with surfing DVDs on the big screen and free drawings for surfing gear.
Paradise Landing
318 Fulchers Rd., Sneads Ferry
(910) 327-2133
www.paradiselandingmarina.com
This nightclub has a Key West theme, complete with palm trees and a fantastic patio view. Lounging on the top deck with a strawberry daiquiri or drink of your choice gives the name "paradise" true meaning. Paradise Landing offers pool tournaments, music by North Carolina bands, dancing and horseshoes. Arrive by boat or car. Paradise Landing isopen seven days a week from 9 AM to 2 AM.
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