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13 Best Places to See Live Music in Washington, NC

For a town of 9,000, Washington, NC has a surprisingly active live music scene. Most weekends you can find something — a local act at a downtown bar, an open mic that turns into something unexpected, or a full show at the Turnage. It's not Nashville, but it's real, and it's ours. Here's where the music happens.

13 venues · Updated automatically from local listings

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Backwater Jack's Tiki Bar & Grill

Backwater Jack's Tiki Bar & Grill

Bar/Restaurant

A lively tiki-themed bar and grill on the east end of town with a reputation for live music, cold drinks, and a crowd that knows how to have a good time.

📍1052 E Main St, Washington(252) 975-1090
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Fat Cats Bar & Grill

Fat Cats Bar & Grill

Bar/Restaurant

A no-frills neighborhood bar and grill on Main Street where the beer is cold, the food is solid, and the vibe is pure Washington.

📍225 W Main St, Washington(252) 833-0755
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Ribeyes of Washington

Ribeyes of Washington

Bar/Restaurant

A Washington staple for steaks, drinks, and a good time — Ribeyes has been feeding locals on Stewart Parkway with no apologies and plenty of flavor.

📍228 W Stewart Pkwy, Washington(252) 833-0936
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Arts of the Pamlico / Beaufort County Arts Council

Arts of the Pamlico / Beaufort County Arts Council

Arts

Home to the Beaufort County Arts Council and the historic Turnage Theatre, Arts of the Pamlico is Washington's hub for live performance, exhibits, and everything the arts have to offer.

📍Turnage Theater 150 W Main St, Washington(252) 946-2504
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Blu Farm to Table

Blu Farm to Table

Bar/Restaurant

Blu brings seasonal, locally sourced cooking to East Main Street — a farm-to-table restaurant that takes Washington's food scene seriously.

📍129 E Main St, Washington(252) 833-0701
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El Loco Social Bistro & Lounge

El Loco Social Bistro & Lounge

Bar/Restaurant

Bold flavors and a lively atmosphere on South Market Street — El Loco Social is Washington's go-to for Latin-inspired bites and a cocktail worth lingering over.

📍138 S Market St, Washington(252) 974-3011
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High Water Social

High Water Social

Bar

A social bar with deep Washington roots, High Water is the kind of place where the regulars know your name and the drinks keep coming.

📍980 US-17 BUS, Washington(252) 975-1090
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Pitt Street Brewing Company

Pitt Street Brewing Company

Brewery

Washington's own craft brewery on Main Street, pouring small-batch beers in a laid-back taproom that draws locals looking for a good pint and good company.

📍307 W Main St, Washington(252) 227-4151
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Rice and River Sushi

Rice and River Sushi

Restaurant

Perched above downtown Washington, Rice & River offers a unique rooftop sushi experience with fresh handcrafted rolls, creative cocktails, and stunning views of the Pamlico River. It’s the perfect spot for date nights, celebrations, or simply enjoying elevated dining in Little Washington.

📍189 W. Main St., Washington(252) 400-1701
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The Mulberry House

The Mulberry House

Bar/Restaurant

A warm and welcoming bar and restaurant on West Main, The Mulberry House blends good food with a comfortable neighborhood feel that keeps people coming back.

📍189 W Main St, Washington(252) 833-0451
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Two Rivers Alehouse

Two Rivers Alehouse

Brewpub

A brewpub where two rivers meet the tap — Two Rivers Alehouse serves craft beer and good food at the heart of Washington's downtown.

📍186 W Main St, Washington(252) 339-5245
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Union Spirits

Union Spirits

Bar

A newer addition to Washington's Main Street bar scene, Union Spirits is carving out its own corner of the downtown social life.

📍163 W Main St, Washington
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Wine & Words & Gourmet

Wine & Words & Gourmet

Other

A cozy corner of Main Street where fine wine, good books, and gourmet finds come together for a decidedly Washington kind of evening.

📍109 West Main St, Washington(252) 974-2870
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