What It Takes to Make a Great Beach Bar
What It Takes to Make a Great Beach Bar
Technically, all you need to make a beach bar is a little thatched hut on the sand and some frosty cold beers. But that’s bare-bones. What makes a beach bar great? And what makes a great beach bar?
Location, location, location
If you’re going to make a beach bar, do it right and pick a place with a splendid view and easy access to the water. Nothing beats being able to take your cocktail with you for a stroll along the sea.
Refreshing drinks
Hot days need cool refreshers. Whether it’s perfectly chilled beers or vibrantly-blended cocktails, great drinks are a must. They also shouldn’t be too overpriced too. People would rather pack up their coolers full of beer and lug them around rather than overpaying for fruity cocktails and beer.
Friendly bartenders
A surefire way to tell you’re at a great beach bar is to watch the bartenders. What kind of vibe do they emit when they’re creating cocktails? Do they tell stories about the stretch of beach to tourists? Good bartenders are the kind that make every patron feel welcome, whether they’re there for the first or fiftieth time.
Cheap and tasty food
There’s no $15 burger with truffles here. It’s pure simple beach food fare and it’s fabulous. Fresh catch of the day, crispy fries, juicy burgers…it’s non-pretentious and easy to love by everyone.
Lots of locals
This kind of goes along with the food, but if there are too many tourists in a place, it’s best to stay away. Those kinds of places tend to be overpriced manufactured environments that won’t give you a real feel for the area. If you’ve found yourself in a chill beach bar with mostly locals, you’ve found the right place to hang.
Beach seats
It’s great to sit at the bar but sometimes, it’s nice to take your drink and wander around. A good beach bar will make sure you don’t wander too far by providing great seating closer to the water. Lounge chairs by the sea and cocktails? Oh now that’s heaven!
The right vibe
Whether it’s a hole-in-the-wall kind of joint or a little more sophisticated than that, one thing is certain…the atmosphere is essential. Something that is mellow and relaxing, unpretentious and fun, and fits your ideal criteria for a beach bar is what matters most. It’s a place you’ll likely wind up spending several hours or so, and if you’re lucky, a place you’ll return to as often as you can.
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