Chapel Hill's Tropical Escape

Your Island Awaits — Right Here in Chapel Hill

Step inside Castaway Tiki Lounge and leave the ordinary behind. Craft cocktails shaken with intention, an atmosphere that transports you, and evenings that become stories you tell.

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100+

Signature Cocktails

Live

Music Events

5★

Local Favorite

Tropical tiki bar interior with warm lighting and craft cocktails

Open Tonight

Happy Hour · Live Music · Dining

Our Story

More Than a Bar.
An Escape.

Craft tiki cocktail with tropical garnish

Warm tiki lounge atmosphere with ambient lighting

Castaway Tiki Lounge was born from a simple belief: you shouldn't need a passport to feel like you've disappeared to somewhere extraordinary. Nestled along US 15-501 North in Chapel Hill, we've built a space where the rum flows freely, the music hits just right, and every detail is designed to pull you away from the everyday.

Our bartenders treat every pour like a performance — combining premium spirits, house-made syrups, and fresh ingredients into drinks that tell a story. Whether you're joining us for a quick happy hour with neighbors or a full evening of discovery, Castaway is your destination.

Handcrafted Cocktails

Live Music Nights

Tropical Ambiance

Community Focused

The Experience

What Awaits You

Every element at Castaway is intentional — from the first sip to the last chord. Here's what makes each visit memorable.

Craft Cocktails

Our bar program is rooted in tiki tradition but unafraid to push forward. Every drink is shaken, stirred, or blended to order using premium spirits and fresh, house-prepared ingredients.

Live Music

From reggae rhythms to jazz nights, our stage brings the best local and regional talent to Chapel Hill. Music isn't background noise here — it's the heartbeat of the evening.

Tropical Atmosphere

Hand-carved tiki figures, lush greenery, warm amber light, and sounds of the ocean — Castaway is designed to make you forget what day of the week it is.

Community Events

Trivia nights, themed parties, private events — Castaway is more than a bar, it's a gathering place. We celebrate the people who make Chapel Hill vibrant.

Happy Hour

Our happy hour is a local institution — discounted craft cocktails, bar bites, and good company. It's the best way to start your evening at Castaway.

Private Events

Birthdays, anniversaries, corporate gatherings — rent a section of Castaway and let us handle the drinks, the music, and the memories. Your celebration, our stage.

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Everything You Need

Plan your trip to Castaway. We're easy to find and always ready to welcome you.

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday – Thursday4pm – 11pm
Friday4pm – 12am
Saturday12pm – 12am
Sunday12pm – 10pm

Location

11550 US 15 501 Hwy N
Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Located along US Highway 15-501 North, just south of Chapel Hill. Ample free parking available on-site.

Contact

Phone (919) 968-7955

Reservations Walk-ins welcome · Call ahead for groups

Events Inquire for private bookings