Discovering Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern
Everyone knows Ocean City, NJ is a dry town. No bars, no alcohol—just waves, seagulls, and that iconic loudspeaker proudly declaring it “America’s Greatest Family Resort.” (You can practically hear it echoing in your head right now, can’t you?) You’d think by now someone would have opened a chic little mocktail lounge to fill the void. Sure, smoothie bars and those smoky, dry-ice drinks the kids love are fun… but sometimes a girl wants something that feels a little more grown-up. Luckily, it only takes a short drive over the 34th Street bridge to find your fix. Just minutes away sits Yesterday’s Creekside Tavern. After more than 40 years, the McIntyre family sold the spot in 2022 to Tim Fox, who many locals know from the Deauville Inn in Strathmere. His first move? A full glow-up. The once-old-school bar is now a lively tavern with Philly sports energy, walls of memorabilia, and massive light-up letters declaring: FLY EAGLES FLY. Honestly? Instant vibe. My husband Joe has been dreamin...