Bars · Downtown St. Petersburg · St. Petersburg
Emerald
Bar
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The place
Operating since 1950, the Emerald Bar is one of the oldest continuously running bars in St. Petersburg. Bar games, live music, no-nonsense happy hour, and a room that has not been renovated for the sake of renovation. A genuine dive bar with actual history — the kind of place that stays because the neighborhood keeps using it, not because someone decided to preserve it.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
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Frequently asked
What is Emerald Bar known for?
Operating since 1950, the Emerald Bar is one of the oldest continuously running bars in St.
Is Emerald Bar worth visiting in St. Petersburg?
It holds ★4.4 from 480 reviews on Google, which puts it among the better-reviewed bars options in St. Petersburg. Very affordable ($) — one of the better budget options in the area.
When is the best time to visit Emerald Bar?
Evenings and weekends are busiest. Plan for a wait on Friday and Saturday nights.
Does Emerald Bar have a good happy hour?
Emerald Bar is a St. Petersburg bar with a local following that typically includes a happy hour on weekday evenings. Check their current specials directly — drink promotions change seasonally and are usually best found on their social accounts or by calling ahead.
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