2610 Best Bars in USA

Blink and you'll miss it, and that would be a shame, because this tiny corner spot crafts some of the finest cocktails in town. Dimly lit and loud, Ocho fills up fast with a mixed crowd that flocks here for the drinks and top-notch Spanish tapas. Come summer, the sidewalk patio is an ideal spot for soaking up the sun and people-watching.

Though it moved from a tiny hallway of a space to a sprawling building in 2021, this fun and funky bar keeps its small-fish spirit. Quirky art and nautically themed curiosities hang from the ceilings and wall, like a chandelier made from crab traps. House cocktails tend toward the basic side, but that keeps them affordable, and a seasonal slushie rounds out the options. The kitchen serves a selection of nice and creatively named sandwiches and hot dogs.

This place might be small and a little worse for wear, but it's big on the shag moves, cold drinks, and fish baskets. It has four pool tables and karaoke every Thursday and Sunday.

You can catch live music under the stars here, or chill on a couch with a craft cocktail at the cozy upstairs bar. For a late-night bite, the Tequenos (bread dough stuffed with queso fresco) hits the spot.

You can take in the brewing process on a free tour at one of Colorado's oldest craft breweries. Sample favorites like 90 Shilling Ale, Odell IPA, and Sippin' Pretty (or try seasonal brews like winter's Isolation Ale) in a taproom that has long wooden tables as well as a massive outdoor patio. Odell hosts festivals, parties, and live music, and there are yard games and regular food trucks. Don't miss Odell's urban winery next door; the OBC Wine Project shares an outdoor patio space with the brewery.

Part of the fancy River House hotel, this piano lounge a few steps down from Odette's restaurant has chairs, tables, and stools, as well as a massive stone fireplace and slate floors. Local musicians play Thursday through Saturday 7–10 pm, a relaxing accompaniment to wine or a cocktail and light fare, perhaps before or after dinner. Another option is the (music-less) happy hour at the bar Monday through Thursday 4–6 pm, where drinks are cheaper and you can order light bites. Parking is tight, and although it's free Monday to Thursday, from Friday to Sunday it's $5 if you leave before 6 pm, $10 after.

Named one of the best bars in America by Esquire in 2006, this no-frills establishment on the main drag in Hoonah is the place to come if you want to enjoy a cold beer and some lively local banter. In Dungeness season, you can treat yourself to fresh crab as well.

Head down an alleyway to find the unmarked door to this place---c'mon, it's fun, not sketchy! Only about two dozen seats fill the place, and you might have to wait, although table service is limited to 90 minutes (reservations are essential, if you can get one). The espresso martini is what we'd call a specialty, but all the cocktails are tasty and incredibly unique.

This classic old theater showcases alternative-rock, blues, and hip-hop acts such as Andy Frasco & The U.N., Rainbow Kitten Surprise, and George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic.

In its 200-year history, this low-key oasis with its famous marble absinthe fountain has served guests including Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Franklin Roosevelt, and Frank Sinatra. It's now mostly frequented by tourists and casual local characters who appreciate a good brewski or cocktail to go. Thousands of business cards stapled to the wall serve as interesting wallpaper. Walk through the courtyard next door to find Belle Époque, a speakeasy-style lounge and sophisticated extension of Old Absinthe House.

Sample high-quality brews and munch on beer-simmered barbecue bratwurst or vegan chili as you enjoy one of the best views in town. The staff will also gladly give you a tour of the adjacent brew-house, where the beer is crafted and then pumped under the street into the tap room.

With a Prohibition-era feel (think dark mahogany and industrial touches), this bar will take you back in time with a "library" of 375 whiskeys—and counting. If you're not interested in sipping yours straight, modern seasonal cocktails are sure to please even the most sophisticated palate. The bar's name was inspired by the nickname of Andrew Jackson, Florida's first territorial governor.

Named for a 19th-century bar at or nearby this address, this tiny, charming, divey craft-beer bar is often passed by unnoticed. But ring the bell to enter a hushed, low-lit subterranean bar with funky decor and rabbit images, where the menu dazzles with exotic and seasonal brews on tap and by the bottle (along with a few nice wines).

The Old Toad is a classic English pub with a long beer list and a British staff.

The proudly unpretentious Old Town is redolent of old New York, which makes sense since it's been around since 1892. The low-key atmosphere and pub-style grub make it a perennially popular spot but it can feel a bit bro-y when the after-work crowd descends.

The first of its kind in the area, this private label winery opened on Main Street in 2016. Stop in to learn about the urban wine-making process, buy a bottle of their house wine, or enjoy an après-ski tasting in their Bar & Lounge, where local beers and spirits are also available. Local meats and chocolate, available on their fare menu, pair perfectly with the experience.

Located in a 1904 building, this pub serves juicy burgers and fiery wings accompanied by music from some great bands. A limited bar menu and homemade pizza are served until 1 am.

This Irish pub, caters to all crowds into the wee hours of the night. Where else can you get a burger, shepherd's pie, or enchiladas until 3 am? The wings are the best in town.

The most important question here: shaken or stirred? This sophisticated bar in the Mayflower Park Hotel is famous for its martinis. Wing chairs, low tables, and lots of natural light make it easy to relax after a hectic day. The likes of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday may be playing in the background; expect an unfussy crowd of regulars and hotel guests.

Fish tanks illuminate this friendly bar (with a pub menu featuring excellent wings), with live music on most evenings. There's also a midweek trivia night.

Down the street from the Woodland Park Zoo, Oliver's Twist is a welcoming spot with cozy leather booths and tons of local art on the walls. Drinks are expertly poured with house-made shrubs and syrups, and the tapas menu includes tasty snacks (garlic truffle popcorn, grilled cheese and tomato soup). It makes for a fun evening slightly off the beaten path.

Las Vegas club operators are always looking for that perfect party that will appeal to everyone and Omnia definitely goes the distance, with numerous experiences for club-goers—\"Omnia\" does, after all, translate to \"all.\" This is a 75,000-square-foot behemoth of a club from nightlife heavyweight Tao Group, where the music comes from celebrity DJs like Steve Aoki and Justin Credible. There's a big emphasis on interactive technology, which extends to the 22,000-pound kinetic chandelier with eight rings that dance with light to the music, along with six aerialists. The lines to enter stretch through the casino floor with gaggles of trendy youth. The weekend brings Deseo Latin Sundays for that rare Latin experience at a Strip nightclub.

An all-ages crowd heads here for eats, drinks, and live music seven days a week, including dueling pianos on Friday and Saturday nights at the Top of Pelham bar upstairs.

Cider from Spokane's One Tree Hard Cider is available in stores throughout the state, but a stop at the Cider House is a great way to try their many interesting flavors via a cider flight. There's tasty food too—pizza, nachos, and charcuterie boards. Weekly specials include $10 flights on Tuesdays and $12 growlers on Thursdays. Every Friday night there's free live music in this 21-and-older venue.

One World's wide-open space hosts live music nearly every night of the week. Order a pint and boogie onto the dance floor for Grateful Dead covers and Latin Night dance parties or kick back for the Sunday Jazz Jam.

Twenty-six stories above street level, Ophelia is the pinnacle of The Beekman Tower. An impressive space for after-work drinks and romantic dates alike, the bar has a greenhouse-style terrace with spectacular 360-degree views of Midtown and the East River. The emphasis is on mixology and cocktail presentation, and the signature drink, Ophelia’s Ascension (with Maker's Mark and mezcal), is a crowd favorite. While the ambience will draw guests back, service can be iffy. Note that tabletop seating has a two-hour max time limit. However, a seat at the bar is offered more leisurely, where old photos and keepsakes from the building's past—it was once a women-only space—are preserved within the counter. If you can, make a reservation and arrive in time to catch the sunset.

Bob Dylan, Modest Mouse, and the Beastie Boys have played at this now-legendary venue. There's a great dance floor with springy wood slats, two bars serving wine and beer, and a speakeasy-style bourbon bar, PULP, on the bottom floor.

A meeting place for members of the Connecticut General Assembly at the turn of the 18th century, the tavern hosted George Washington, Benedict Arnold, and Noah Webster (creator of the dictionary) during the Revolutionary War. The current building dates to 1910, when it became the opulent Taft Hotel, named for Yale professor and future president, William Howard Taft. The circa-1912 barroom was redesigned post-Prohibition, in 1935, with elaborately carved wooden accents and molding, and remains largely the same to this day. Just as special as the setting, the drinks themselves are an experience with award-winning bartenders crafting classics as well as thoughtful new creations. Ordinary cultivates a relaxed vibe by capping the number of guests admitted at any given time to encourage both conversation and elbow room, so reservations are encouraged.

Since the 1960s, The Original Mother's has been a local favorite for cutting-edge music and dance-'til-you-drop partying. The subterranean destination was immortalized by Demi Moore, Jim Belushi, and Rob Lowe in the '80s rom-com About Last Night.