7 Best Bars in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

Locals and visitors come here to drink freshly brewed mango lager and listen to live music several nights a week. A nice selection of appetizers and sandwiches, plus shareable build-your-own salads make this waterfront microbrewery a fun place to nosh while you work your way through beer flights and people-watch on the boardwalk.

St. Croix’s first large-scale brewing operation has a plant and tasting room near the oil refinery by the airport; drop by to try some of the more than two dozen beers produced here, including the popular Island Life lager and a saison inspired by local bush tea and flavored with basil, lemongrass, ginger, and sorrel. Cheer on the crustaceans during the Thursday crab races. A second location on St. Thomas features a tasting room in Charlotte Amalie's Havensight Mall. You can find the beers at bars throughout the USVI and BVI, as well as Puerto Rico and Florida on the mainland.

For a mini-adventure in downtown Christiansted, hop the two-minute ferry to this hotel bar on Protestant Cay for Tuesday karaoke; trivia Wednesday; Thursday Bingo; live music on weekends; and periodic Tiki Tuesday parties with a luau-style buffet, steel pan bands, fire dancers, and Mocko Jumbie performers. Food is provided by Rolling Smoke BBQ. The beach bar is open until 8 pm, and the ferry from the Christiansted boardwalk—normally $5 per person for non–hotel guests—is free after 5 pm.

Classic rum-based drinks in decorative tiki glasses (think: zombies, mai tais, and hurricanes) star at this dark, atmospheric bar with indoor and outdoor space. For something local, try the Pi Yi, made with Cruzan Dark rum. Small plates are available for noshing, including a pu pu platter, of course.

The larger of St. Croix's two casinos (the other is in downtown Christiansted) is across the street from the Divi Carina Bay Resort. For a night out on the island's East End, the casino has slot machines, video poker, and table games including blackjack, poker, roulette, and craps. Guests of the all-inclusive Divi Carina Bay eat and drink free at the Carina Cafe.

At this open-air courtyard space, guests can enjoy handmade cocktails, wine, and beer while listening to smooth sounds of R&B, jazz, and Afrobeats. Weekly live music entertainment includes jazz bands, acoustic guitarists, saxophonists, and more. Enjoy happy hour every Tuesday and Wednesday with 50% off all cocktails and beers from 5 pm to 8 pm.

Catch a vibe at St. Croix's premier hookah lounge, where funky iridescent lights, modern décor, and unique artworks create a relaxed and sophisticated atmosphere. Choose from a variety of shisha flavors, ranging from fruity and sweet to spicy and savory; you can even have a staff member create a personalized blend based on your preferences. The cocktail menu features classic cocktails like Long Island, Tequila Sunrise, and Midori Sour; with a full bar, they can make almost anything your palate desires. Weekly events include cigar night, tequila Tuesdays, and karaoke night.