{"id":1280,"date":"2021-05-03T08:48:02","date_gmt":"2021-05-03T08:48:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pyritegroup.com\/cruzbay\/?p=671"},"modified":"2021-05-03T08:48:02","modified_gmt":"2021-05-03T08:48:02","slug":"the-best-bars-in-st-john-usvi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pyritegroup.com\/cruzbay\/blog\/the-best-bars-in-st-john-usvi\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Bars in St. John, USVI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Peanut butter and jelly. Peas and carrots. Limes and tequila. Certain things just go together. And when we are on vacation we want rest and relaxation. The \u201cOut of Office\u201d reply is on and the stress of day-to-day life starts to melt away. While staring out into the ocean, watching the palms sway, you order a cocktail and begin to relax. You\u2019re on vacation! If you are new to St. John or a returning visitor, we put together a list of the&nbsp;best bars you should make sure to check out, all perfect for kicking back after a day at the&nbsp;<del>office<\/del>&nbsp;beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Umami Bar<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Centrally located in Cruz Bay,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/umamibarstj\" target=\"_blank\">Umami Bar<\/a>&nbsp;is the place for sushi, fresh seafood, and eclectic cocktails. The vibe is casual and the food and drinks fresh. One special is the Guava Mama, this cocktail is almost too beautiful to drink. Vibrant pink and made with Milagro, Campari, St. Germaine, fresh guava juice, lime juice and jalapeno syrup, the rim is spiced with&nbsp;dramatic black smoky jalapeno ash.&nbsp;<em>Stop in for Happy Hour from 3 \u2013 6pm and enjoy 2 for 1 cocktails everyday.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;3:00PM \u2013 10:00PM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/umamibarstj\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/umamibarstj\/<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;Parcel 95, Cruz Bay, St John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;if you love seafood, this is the spot!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dog House Pub<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With plenty of TVs and a casual, inexpensive menu the\u00a0Dog House Pub\u00a0in St. John is the ideal place to watch the game, dance the night away, sing karaoke, and enjoy live music. This place is fun and features American cuisine, plus it\u00a0has a large selection of craft beers sure to please everyone (over 50 different beers).\u00a0<em>Stop by for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or\u00a0happy hour (from 3 \u2013 7pm everyday).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>\u00a011:00AM\u00a0\u2013\u00a02:00AM<\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a06C-71 Cruz Bay, Cruz Bay, St. John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0they offer a late night menu from 11pm to 2am for the\u00a0night owls<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Drink<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking to enjoy a fantastic cocktail with an ocean view, head to&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkstj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">Drink<\/a>, located on Cruz Bay in St. John. It\u2019s one of the best spots on the island for sunsets, and the specialty of the house, the Bushwhackers, are not to be missed. Try the peanut butter, Nutella, or Thin Mint Bushwhackers. These delicious milkshake-like drinks are a treat after time in the sun. Drink is also known for their fabulous bar staff, mixologists that are ready to whip up whatever cocktail you desire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;2:00PM \u2013 11:00PM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkstj.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.drinkstj.com\/<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;1 Bay Street, Cruz Bay, St John, USVI<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;ask the bartender to mix up something creative!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">St. John Brewers \u2013 The Tap Room<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are into micro-breweries head to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/stjohnbrewers.com\/pages\/st-john-brewers-tap-room\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/stjohnbrewers.com\/pages\/st-john-brewers-tap-room\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tap Room at St. John Brewers<\/a>. Billed as a great place to grab lunch or a cold beer after a day at the beach, the Tap Room has two large outdoor patios, an indoor air-conditioned bar, and full bar and food menus. Cruz Bay Watersports partners with St. John Brewers and includes their Island Summer Ale on all of our trips. The Island Summer Ale is a half-wheat, half-pale ale with a medium body and smooth, clean finish. It\u2019s the perfect beer to pair with the beach!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>\u00a011:00AM\u00a0\u2013 12:00AM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/stjohnbrewers.com\/pages\/st-john-brewers-tap-room\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/stjohnbrewers.com\/pages\/st-john-brewers-tap-room<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a0Mongoose Junction Shopping Plaza, North Shore Road, Cruz Bay, St. John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0they also offer delicious homemade sodas so there is something for everyone!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knox &amp; Ollie\u2019s<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in the mood for a delicious cocktail, head to Knox &amp; Ollie\u2019s above the Westin St. John\u2019s hotel lobby. Try the Ultimate Old Fashioned made with bourbon, house-marinated cherries, house-preserved oranges and topped with bitters. Knox &amp; Ollie\u2019s also has stunning views across the Westin gardens out into the ocean. This is the perfect venue for enjoying a leisurely sunset cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;5:00PM \u2013 10:00PM<\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;300A Chocolate Hole, St John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;if your are looking for great live music, check this place out on Saturdays and Wednesdays!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High Tide<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a place that has great food, cocktails, friendly staff and the waves are just feet away?&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hightidevi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High Tide<\/a>&nbsp;serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in their open air patio just steps from the powder white sand of Cruz Bay. High Tide offers a diverse menu and is even kid-friendly. However, the favorite for tourists and locals is adult-only: the Painkiller cocktail made with rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, cream of coconut, and a fresh nutmeg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;8:00AM \u2013 9:30PM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www.hightidevi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.hightidevi.com\/<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cruz Bay,&nbsp;St. John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;the sunset view is incredible, take the whole family!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Longboard<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Sophisticated but fun,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thelongboardstjohn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Longboard<\/a>&nbsp;is a new spot on St. John. Offering small plates and strong drinks, order the house special Dark &amp; Stormy. Made with Gosling\u2019s Black Rum, house-made ginger beer, lime and Angostura bitters. The Longboard has a sense of humor, with a note on their website stating \u201c<em>Chickens are island friends and part of the Cruz Bay local flavor. You may find them strutting tableside to say hello.<\/em>\u201d However, the food and drinks aren\u2019t joking around. The Longboard has an extensive menu offering gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options as well as home-made sodas and ginger beer, and fresh squeezed juices sure to please everyone.&nbsp;<em>Happy hour is 3 \u2013 6pm daily.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;3:00PM- 11:00PM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;https:\/\/www.thelongboardstjohn.com\/<\/li><li><strong>Address:&nbsp;<\/strong>1C Cruz Bay Quarter, Cruz Bay<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;the bowls are delicious, everything is fresh!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beach Bar<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As stated on their Facebook page \u201cToes in the sand &amp; a drink in your hand!\u201d&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"http:\/\/beachbarstjohn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Beach Bar<\/a>&nbsp;is a staple in St. John with outdoor games, live music, and world famous Bushwhackers and Painkillers. The Beach Bar is a great place for a night out in St. John, or a Sunday funday. The adults can drink beverages and play bag toss while the kids build sandcastles close by. You won\u2019t want to miss out on the fun at the Beach Bar.&nbsp;<em>Happy hour is 3-7pm daily.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;11:00AM- 2:00AM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;http:\/\/beachbarstjohn.com\/<\/li><li><strong>Address:&nbsp;<\/strong>5000 Enighed #151, St John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander\u2019s Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;looking for&nbsp;fun nightlife, this is the place!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bowery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Indoor, air-conditioned,&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"http:\/\/bowerystjohn.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">the Bowery<\/a>&nbsp;reminds you of a speakeasy in hidden, underground New York City. Serving the finest wine, beer and spirits in St. John, the Bowery also offers customized cocktails poured by experienced barkeepers. The menu rotates nightly and features a wide-variety of shareable small plates. If you are looking for an intimate evening, head to the Bowery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Hours:<\/strong>&nbsp;6:00PM \u2013 1:00AM<\/li><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;http:\/\/bowerystjohn.com\/<\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;Wharfside Village, Cruz Bay, St. John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;perfect for date night!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joe\u2019s Rum Hut<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Why head to Joe\u2019s? Two words. Happy Hour. Joe\u2019s offers a daily\u00a0happy hour from 4-6 p.m. with $3 You-Call-It drinks including all beers, liquors and frozen cocktails. Recently featured in Men\u2019s Journal as One of the Best Bars in America,\u00a0Joe\u2019s Rum Hut\u00a0is just steps from Cruz Bay beach. Another reason to go: lobster pizza. Joe\u2019s makes some of the best pizzas on the island and their lobster pizza is a must try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Website:<\/strong>&nbsp;http:\/\/www.joesrumhut.com\/<\/li><li><strong>Address:<\/strong>&nbsp;Wharfside Village, Cruz Bay, St. John<\/li><li><em><strong>Islander Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;again, try the lobster pizza!<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Favorite Watering Holes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pyritegroup.com\/cruzbay\/\" class=\"rank-math-link\">Cruz Bay Watersports<\/a>&nbsp;has partnered with Umami, Dog House Pub and Drink for shared discounts on trips and drinks.&nbsp;<strong>Bring a Blue Cup from Umami, Dog House Pub or Drink and get $10 off your trip OR take our Red Cup to any of their establishments for a free drink!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, while on vacation in St. John we always suggest trying out the local specialty cocktails like the Bushwhacker, Painkiller and Rum Punches. And of course, don\u2019t forget to pair some of your cocktails with the local fare and fresh seafood. Have fun exploring the island bar scene, and drink responsibly!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peanut butter and jelly. Peas and carrots. Limes and tequila. Certain things just go together. And when we are on vacation we want rest and relaxation. The \u201cOut of Office\u201d reply is on and the stress of day-to-day life starts to melt away. 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