The Hammerhead

Not Divey in a good way. The place could use a good cleaning. Bartender was nice enough and attentive enough, and the gin and tonic I had was good. Music was terrible, not what you would expect for a supposedly fun beach bar, but I got into town late and nothing else was open.Here's the really messed up part: I got kicked out for allegedly "falling asleep," when I was obviously just hanging out on the steps on my phone and smoking cigarettes outside of a bar, not bothering anybody. WTF. At midnight when the place is open til two. Ran a tab but I guess as a middle aged female I was a threat of some kind? I have Never had this kind of experience before. I have been all over the country and have never been asked to leave a place. It was weird and insulting. I will not spend anymore money there. Ever.

Went here for a night of pool and beer, my identification was denied as a 22 year old and besides that we were denied and staff was incredibly rude. Would NOT recommend!

So... yeah I guess I am going to go against the previous reviews to this place. I didn't like it at all. I came with a group of people from work, there were four of us and this bar was just across the street from my hotel. My boss wanted to try out this place and I met them here. The drink selection was limited. Place looks like it has seen better days. We all got beers, I got a New Castle and we started our night of fun early. Place was pretty dead... just a handful of locals. My boss looked at me and the group with sorry written all over his face... thinking yeah I picked the wrong bar to go to. One of my coworkers noticed in the back was an area with games. He started playing skee-ball, I noticed there was an old pinball machine from the Ghostbusters movies. Omg! I love pinball! Also I loved Ghostbusters! You know I began to play that game. All the while, the theme song played in my head..."If you need a car, truck or van... who are you going to call... maroone!" No wait! Darn car jingle song that ripped from the classic it goes like this:Ghostbusters... If there's somethin' strange in the neighborhood Who ya gonna call (ghostbusters) There's somethin' weird and it don't look good Who ya gonna call (ghostbusters) I ain't afraid a no ghost I ain't afraid a no ghost If you're seein' things runnin' thru your head Who can you call (ghostbusters) An' invisible man sleepin' in your bed Oh who ya gonna call (ghostbusters) I ain't afraid a no ghost I ain't afraid a no ghost Who ya gonna call (ghostbusters) If you're all alone pick up the phone An call (ghostbusters) I ain't afraid a no ghost I hear it likes the girls I ain't afraid a no ghost Who you gonna call (ghostbusters) Mm... if you've had a dose Of a freaky ghost baby You better call ghostbusters Bustin' makes me feel good I ain't afraid a no ghosts Don't get caught alone oh no... ghostbuster When he comes through your door Unless you've just got some more I think you better call ghostbusters Ooh... who you gonna call (ghostbusters) Who you gonna call (ghostbusters) Ah, I think you better call (ghostbusters) I can't hear you... (ghostbusters) Who you gonna call (ghostbusters) Louder ghostbusters Who you gonna call (ghostbusters) Who you can call ghostbusters... (till fade)Certainly think it was apropos to play Ghostbusters in this bar. Anyway, after playing a while both me and my coworker wanted to go to another bar that had more life to it and the entire group left. An extra star for having a pinball machine and the nostalgia of it all.

Here's the thing. It's a true dive bar. Complete with friendly locals, good bartenders, inexpensive drinks, pool tables and games. The music from the jukebox was great. If you don't like dive bars stay away and don't post crappy reviews.

What a klucking dump Nasty placeUnclean placeDust on the ceilingFloors nasty cracked up cementBathrooms (PORT A POTTY)First time here andLAST TIME HEREThey say this place has been here for ever I can believe that and it has never been cleaned eitherDon't know how the city has passed any inspection. Sorry for bad reviews but I call it as I see it.

Like the hammerhead shark it's named after, this beach bar will provide a fiesty atmosphere, a few drinks that bite, and perhaps leave you looking slightly sideways. As you enter, you'll see the bar to your left, multiple billiard tables throughout, and a few games to your far right. There's also an outdoor dining area that I didn't explore much. I stumbled in here with a few friends, both old and new, looking to enjoy a few brews and lose a few rounds of billiards. Mission accomplished.The tables are in good condition, with enough sticks and balls for multiple people to take turns playing (that's what she said). Towards the back you'll see a few more party games, including darts, which is more fun to play when you're plastered since your life is on the line. In between scratching and taking selfies there was buckets of seemingly endless beer to enjoy, mostly the all-american classic, Corona.Some time before we (physically) left there was shots of Jameson and Jager at the bar. Mentally, I had checked out earlier after the fourth bucket of beer. Speaking of which the servers were very attentive and friendly, making sure the well of alcohol did not runneth dry. If you're looking to recover from your hangover, this place is a great option. It'll help you feel like a local... slightly drunk and still can't find your keys.

The Hammerhead Beach Bar is a great choice, it has been open for decades and it sits right across the street from the beach. They are open every single day at 10am--yes, 10 o'clock in the morning and they offer several drink specials. The bar includes a jukebox, pool tables, darts and a few other arcade games. The service is always great & the drinks are always perfect. Just note; smoking is allowed inside, so if that doesn't bother you, I'm sure you'll have a good time!

Enjoyed a visit here. Great deal on buckets of beer. No smoking inside. Nice way to spend the mid-day.

Stopped in over Labor Day, played some pool and had a few buckets of beer. Very cheap beer will keep me coming back.

If you play pool and like cold beer, this is your place. No food.