Nightlife & Taverns

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Nightlife & Taverns

your favorite bars, bartenders, & drinks

Poll Questions in this Category

Best Bar DJ

DJs are what turn an OK night to one you’ll never forget at your local watering hole. DJ Mike “Kramer” Moulton from Kramerica Entertainment was voted No. 1 for...

Best Bar for Drinkin'

Raise a glass and unwind at these top destinations for a memorable night on the town. The quiet and laid-back vibes of The Joynt make it a perennial go-to spot for locals and...

Best Bar For Eatin'

Who doesn’t love some good ol’ pub grub? The District Pub & Grill leads the list this year. Pair your burger with the suggested beer (they’ve got 30 on tap!)...

Best Bar For Indoor Games (pool, darts, etc.)

Whether you’re looking for a fun first-date spot or just a change of scenery while you sip on your favorite beverage, these places were voted to have the best indoor bar...

Best Bar For Last Call

As the night winds down, the best bars for last call beckon with warmth and camaraderie. Known affectionately as...

Best Bar For Outdoor/League Sports (volleyball, softball, etc.)

If you’re looking to get active and have some fun with friends, these bars were voted to have the best outdoor...

Best Bar for Talkin'

If you’re looking to babble with bubbles, then look no further: The No. 1 Best Bar for Talkin’ is once again...

Best Bartender

Successful bartending requires many skills: In addition to serving up a beer without too much (or too little) foam...

Best Beer Selection

Got a five-alarm thirst but not sure how to quench it? The Fire House can meet the needs of any beer aficionado. With 38...

Best Bloody Mary

What makes a good Bloody Mary? Just ask Big T’s Saloon, the spot that reigns supreme as the home of the Best...

Best Craft Cocktail

Let’s be real: All these concoctions are top shelf! However, when it comes to readers’ favorite craft...

Best Happy Hour Spot

All hours should be happy, but the happiest of all are found at the Best Happy Hour Spot! Cowboy Jack’s leads the...

Best Karaoke

It’s always five o’clock somewhere (spoiler alert: foreshadowing), so what better way to celebrate the end...

Best Margarita

Confession time: this summer, I got really into margaritas. Some might judge me. I get it. Margaritas are often...

Best New Bar

Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe is a new beloved Valley hotspot, offering a modern ambiance and a diverse selection of...

Best Place for a Mocktail

There’s no second-guessing if you’ve had too much to drink with this year’s new category, Best Place...

Best Place for Cocktails

Fancy a fancy drink? A new top favorite reigns in the Best Place for Cocktails category: Helix Wine, Craft Bar &...

Best Place For Dancing

Liven your weekend up with a little booty-scooting at Scooter’s — undefeated for 17 consecutive years in...

Best Place to Drink With Your Dog

When it comes to our doggos, sometimes they need some socialization during Yappy Hour, too! Zooming into first for the...

Best Sports Bar (Place to Watch the Big Game)

The Packers may be done for the season (pour one out), but there’s always a big game of some kind to watch at the...

Best Trivia

Gather your team and sharpen your wits at these premier destinations for trivia night excitement. First come the...

Best Whiskey Selection

Did you know that in the 1970s whiskey was considered an old person’s drink? At the time trendy young people were...

Best Wine Selection (Bar, Restaurant, or Winery)

With its upscale decor and great view of River Prairie, Helix Wine, Craft Bar & Cafe offers a wide variety of wine...

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