Brewery & Bar

Corolla SideBar

A budget-friendly bar on Sunset Blvd for a low-key drink in Corolla

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Corolla SideBar is a bar on Sunset Blvd in Corolla, on the northern end of the Outer Banks past the core-beaches towns to the south. It's listed under the brewery & bar category with a $ price range, which puts it on the more budget-friendly end for a drink in this part of Corolla.

There's no phone number or set hours listed for SideBar, so the most reliable way to check before you go is its website. That's worth keeping in mind if you're planning around Corolla's shoulder season (April-May, September-October), when some of the town's smaller spots shift their schedules with the crowds, or around peak summer when everything gets busier. Corolla itself is where the paved road ends on this stretch of the Outer Banks — NC-12 stops at the north end of town, and beyond that point Carova and the other beach communities are 4x4-access only. SideBar's Sunset Blvd address sits within the paved part of town, so getting there is straightforward, no beach driving required. For a low-key drink while you're exploring this end of the Outer Banks, it's a reasonable option to have on the list.

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Jenny Ruth

a month ago

Great place to hang out and taste a variety of beers. Steve-O and Q are the best! Bring your friends,play some pinball and games… get away from the heat…

Balcony OBX

2 months ago

Corolla SideBar is one of our favorite local spots. Steevo is awesome, the tap selection is always great, and there are plenty of other options for whatever everyone in your group likes. It’s places like this, open year-round, welcoming locals and visitors, and always putting on fun events, that make Corolla feel like a real community! That’s a big part of what made Corolla so special to us and ultimately led us to make it our primary home. Definitely worth a visit if you haven’t been. And did I mention the free popcorn? 🍿 Plus, the prices are incredibly reasonable, which somehow makes us love it even more. ❤️🍻

John L. Davis

a year ago

This is another hidden treasure of Corolla. The owner and I just had a nice chat - this place will be a go-to spot in the coming years. They have some seating and a comfortable place to enjoy a beer. The tap line is excellent and the owner knows his stuff. Plenty to choose from and lots of variety. Local and other breweries to pick from. The local breweries were well represented today. The sour and dark choices prevailed for me. There are also choices from the bar for spirits- the only thing better than a beer is a beer and a bump. The environment is friendly and comfortable- the bar scene is friendly and welcoming. Plenty of reasons to come back here again. Thanks for the beer and conversation. Highly recommended

D S

2 months ago

Excellent location and super friendly service. They have good selection of local beers and the bartender is happy to let you sample them. Lots of seating space and some games as well. Great place to grab a drink while waiting for a table in the nearby restaurants. We got beers there while waiting in line for first light to open.

Mike Moyer

a year ago

Great spot for a good variety of beer. Bartender was super friendly and they don’t have flights but will give you a sample before you purchase.