When we went there a few years ago for the first time, the bar was just the one old boat (hollowed out so the bartenders stand in the boat, and the edges of the boat are surrounded by bar stools in the sand). Elvis has become more popular as a result of the great scene and his low-key hospitality and bartending skills. He and the guy with whom he runs the place, Brett (we call him Delvis - long story), have expanded the establishment with an extension of the bar, more tables, a big double-decker deck, and a stage for live music. But it still has the feel where you walk up and everyone says hello.
Elvis has worked at a number of places on island, including Cap Juluca (there is still a drink on the bar menu at CJ named after Elvis), before starting his own place. He is famous also for wearing jerseys (primarily football) that his patrons from around the world give to him. So, if any of you have an extra Jimmy Clausen or Colt McCoy jersey in the closet, feel free to bring it as a gift for Elvis. Anyway, Elvis is a great host and great guy, though a man of few words. You will certainly enjoy his hospitality, and he doesn't seem to close the bar until the last person leaves.
We've put Elvis' on the itinerary for Sunday night after Barrel Stay, but I can't see a scenario in which people don't end up there after the Pumphouse. Once you hang out at Elvis', with the sand between your toes, music on the speakers, friends all around you (even if you don't know anyone when you walk in), and a cold beer in hand, you will definitely want to go back.
Here's Elvis mixing some concoction on his bar, on one of the few nights he's not decked out in a jersey. He and Brett were at some event at the Anguilla Chief Minister's house, or something.
