Calico Jack's
Pirate ship floating bar in Bermuda
Category: Bar, Budget
Calico Jack's floating bar that looks like a pirate ship was launched in June 2014 at the Royal Naval Dockyard. While there has been floating bars earlier, this is the first time a bar has been launched on a ship and that too with a look and feel of a pirate ship with a black body and two decks. It's full with youthful vibe and fun.
The bar has been appropriately named after Calico Jack who was one of the only pirates having set his foot in Bermuda. An old ferry that once operated in Bermuda waters as public transport has been converted into this 75-foot pirate ship. It is floating and anchored right next to the Heritage Wharf cruise berth.
As seems obvious, it is targeted for the cruise ship passengers on certain days of the week and during the high season when the cruise ships dock at Royal Naval Dockyard. Being a new concept, it attracts locals as well.
The Ambience
There are two bars on the ship, one at the lower deck and the other at the upper deck. The total capacity is about 200 persons. Another great attraction here is the wonderful view of the marina and that of the passing cruise ships and ferries.
There are TVs and DJ area. They also play reggae and other music through on board music systems. So with nice music and views, cheap drinks and a pirate ship floating on the water, this is a fun place to be in.
There is also a swimming platform behind the ship from where you can even swim. Written on the body in bold is "Swim at your own risk". However with spirits flowing in the bars, this is a risky thing to offer.
Dress code is casual.
Food & Drinks
The drinks are cheap by Bermuda standards, and probably the cheapest in the island. The signature cocktail here is known as 'Grog' ... don't forget to order that ... it's made of Gosling's Rum (an original Bermuda rum) and fruit juices.
Other cocktails include Rum Swizzle, Dark n Stormy, Bloody Mary, Margarita, Bahama Mama, Etc. You also get frozen drinks.
Food menu is simple and mostly quick bites. You get wraps, wings, pizzas, burgers, chicken nachos, fish sandwich, curry chicken rice bowl, snapper fish sandwich, shrimps, etc.
Open Hours
Calico Jack's operates seasonally, typically from around April to October. It's open on all days from 11am to 1am, and beyond on high season.
Location, How To Reach, Contacts
Calico Jack's is docked on the backside of Heritage Wharf in the Royal Naval Dockyard. If your cruise ship is docked at Kings Wharf or Heritage Wharf, you can simply walk across to Calico Jack's in less than 2 minutes. There is a ramp access to the boat.
From other places you can come by bus #7 or 8 that operate between Hamilton City and Dockyard. From Hamilton City, you can also take the Blue Route direct ferry (takes 20 minutes to dockyard ferry dock). But watch the timings, you won't get a ferry back if it's too late.
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