Bailey is getting a new place to grab a drink, and it is leaning hard into the town’s most famous snack. The Boardwalk Tavern is headed to the tiny mountain community off Highway 285, promising a Coney Island-style boardwalk vibe right next to the town’s hot dog-shaped Coney Island stand. Owner Alec Crisafulli says he wants it to feel like an easygoing neighborhood watering hole, not just a roadside curiosity.
According to WhatNow, a recent liquor license filing places the Boardwalk Tavern at 23 Old Stagecoach Rd. Crisafulli told the outlet that there is no opening date on the books yet, but said, "We're kind of leaning into our theme of the Coney Island Boardwalk," and noted that the tavern is designed to draw both tourists pulling off the highway and locals looking for a regular spot.
Where It Will Stand
Commercial real estate records list 23 Old Stagecoach Rd as a small retail building along Old Stagecoach Road, indicating the property is already suited for storefront or hospitality use. Listings on LoopNet describe the parcel as a store building with a modest footprint that sits just off the main highway.
Neighborly Draw
The Boardwalk Tavern will sit a short stroll from Bailey’s claim to roadside fame, the Coney Island Boardwalk, a 42-foot-long hot dog-shaped stand that regularly lures road trippers off US 285. The spot doubles as a riverside picnic area and long-running photo op for travelers, as chronicled by travel guide site Roadside America, which has documented the landmark’s enduring appeal.
What To Expect and Next Steps
Crisafulli says the latest updates, including the eventual opening date, will land first on the Boardwalk Tavern’s social media channels, and WhatNow recommends checking those pages for details. For now, he describes the concept, set next to a brewery and a winery, as a relaxed hangout where travelers and neighbors alike can stop in for a drink and something to eat.
