The best bars & nightlife in East Valley

17 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Spirit House Kitchen & Cocktails - Downtown Chandler

Nightlife

Locally distilled SanTan spirits meet playful creativity at Spirit House Kitchen & Cocktails - Downtown Chandler - where B.Y.O. Old…

8 S San Marcos Pl #106 (Chandler) · ✓ checked Jul 28

“O. Old Fashioneds, espresso martinis, and riffable classics show off 21st century flavors without the attitude. Grab a friend, test your palate, and let the bartenders customize something you’ll actually crave.”

From the East Valley newsletter, August 8, 2026

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TC's Pub & Grub

Nightlife

TC's Pub & Grub is cooking up the Sonoran Brat, Pork Sliders, and the ridiculously good Quesadilla Burger, plus August’s warm apple dump…

7205 S Power Rd (Queen Creek)

“TC's Pub & Grub is cooking up the Sonoran Brat, Pork Sliders, and the ridiculously good Quesadilla Burger, plus August’s warm apple dump cake with vanilla and caramel. Their LTOs even send $1 to Dogs 4 Vets. Order online, then peek at events for an easy local night.”

From the San Tan Valley newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Cider Corps

Nightlife

Arizona’s first and largest craft cidery, Cider Corps, pours cocktail-inspired ciders built from fermented apple blends layered with fruit…

31 S Robson #103 (Mesa) · ✓ checked Jul 27

“Arizona’s first and largest craft cidery, Cider Corps, pours cocktail-inspired ciders built from fermented apple blends layered with fruit and botanicals for complex, easy-drinking flavors.”

From the East Valley newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Beer Barn

Nightlife

Laid-back beer hall with a wide selection of draft and canned options, plus outside food.

3150 E Ray Rd Ste 150 (Gilbert)

“Laid-back beer hall with a wide selection of draft and canned options, plus outside food.”

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Hair of the Dog Gilbert, AZ - Coffee, Wine, Beer

Nightlife

Laid-back, cozy venue offering wine, beer (including local brews) and ciders as well as dog-friendly patios and a bar.

3133 S Lindsay Rd #107 (Gilbert)

“Laid-back, cozy venue offering wine, beer (including local brews) and ciders as well as dog-friendly patios and a bar.”

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Copper Still Moonshine Grill - Gilbert

Nightlife

American eats, from burgers to pasta, in a casual, roomy setup with a full bar & heated patio.

2531 S Gilbert Rd #101 (Gilbert)

“American eats, from burgers to pasta, in a casual, roomy setup with a full bar & heated patio.”

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JP’s Comedy Club

Nightlife

Cozy comedy club (headliner-dependent) with warm service, plus a school also on-site.

860 E Warner Rd (Gilbert)

“Cozy comedy club (headliner-dependent) with warm service, plus a school also on-site.”

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Garage-East Wine and Coffee

Nightlife

Family-friendly winery offering wines, food, and a laid-back atmosphere.

3000 E Ray Rd #7 (Gilbert)

“Family-friendly winery offering wines, food, and a laid-back atmosphere.”

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Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row Gilbert

Nightlife

Country bar chain serving American gastropub food and cocktails, with live music and dancing.

323 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

“Country bar chain serving American gastropub food and cocktails, with live music and dancing.”

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The White Rabbit

Nightlife

Chic cocktail bar with a 1920s speakeasy theme, complete with a hidden entrance & a password.

207 N Gilbert Rd #002 (Gilbert)

“Chic cocktail bar with a 1920s speakeasy theme, complete with a hidden entrance & a password.”

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GOSAN POKE&ROLL

Nightlife

Casual restaurant offering Hawaiian specialties such as sushi, sashimi, and poke bowls.

2875 W Ray Rd #3 (Chandler) · ✓ checked Aug 5

“Casual restaurant offering Hawaiian specialties such as sushi, sashimi, and poke bowls.”

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JesterZ Improv Comedy

Nightlife

Actors at this intimate club rely on audience participation for their kid-friendly improv acts.

228 N Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

“Actors at this intimate club rely on audience participation for their kid-friendly improv acts.”

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Tap Dragon Craft Beer & Wine Bar

Nightlife

Tap room featuring rotating local beer, mead and wine, plus live bands.

835 S Gilbert Rd (Gilbert)

“Tap room featuring rotating local beer, mead and wine, plus live bands.”

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OHSO Brewery + Distillery

Nightlife

Lively brewery with a hip, dog-friendly patio serving drinks, burgers & other American bites.

335 N Gilbert Rd #102 (Gilbert)

“Lively brewery with a hip, dog-friendly patio serving drinks, burgers & other American bites.”

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Mic Drop Comedy

Nightlife

Family-friendly venue offering improvisational theater shows for adults and kids, plus comedy classes.

51 E Boston St (Chandler)

“Family-friendly venue offering improvisational theater shows for adults and kids, plus comedy classes.”

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Bourbon & Bones Chophouse | Bar

Nightlife

Upscale chophouse offering bone-in cuts, aged steaks, and fresh seafood, plus signature sides.

2150 E Williams Field Rd Building 16, Suite 123 (Gilbert)

“Upscale chophouse offering bone-in cuts, aged steaks, and fresh seafood, plus signature sides.”

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Divided Vine Beer & Wine Bar

Nightlife

Hand pies & other bar fare, served with beer & wine from chalkboard lists in funky surroundings.

861 N Higley Rd #116 (Gilbert)

“Hand pies & other bar fare, served with beer & wine from chalkboard lists in funky surroundings.”

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