The best bars & nightlife in Mesa County

Family operated and nestled between the gateways of Colorado National Monument, Two Rivers Winery keeps things simple with good wine and better views. Swing by the tasting room, then daydream about booking their country French-style Chateau for a quiet staycation or your next celebration...

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 27, 2026

Whether you’re stocking the fruit bowl or your wine rack, Peachfork Orchards & Vineyards grows extra sweet peaches, apples, pears, and pluots, then turns their grapes into award winning estate wines. A simple, local way to taste why sunny days and cool nights make Colorado fruit sing.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, September 1, 2026

Shiras Winery handcrafts and bottles its wines on-site in a cozy, craft brewery-style setup, sourcing grapes from small family vineyards across the West Coast and Western Colorado.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, September 21, 2026

Graystone Winery is Colorado’s only Port House, a boutique spot specializing in ruby red and white dessert Ports that have snagged gold in international competitions. Grab a friend and settle into their Tuscan-style tasting room for a slow, tasty pause in the week.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, August 28, 2026

Set inside a 1906 red-brick Coors warehouse, SoCo Social House stirs up playful cocktails, regional craft beer, local wines, and seasonal mocktails, plus live music. A go-to downtown Grand Junction hang when you want history in the walls, creativity in the glass, and conversation that lasts past one round.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 17, 2026

Ale House Grand Junction pairs inspired, locally minded dishes with regional craft beers and cocktails worth a second round. An easy weeknight go-to, it’s where comfort food meets handcrafted ales... and your group chat finally agrees on a place everyone actually likes.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 3, 2026

Trail Life Brewing leans hard into local, from locally sourced ingredients to community partnerships, and pours adventurous beers like Jolly Bonsai IPA, Splat Pumpkin Porter, Porch Pounder Mexican Lager, and Crag Crest Oktoberfest.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 25, 2026

Mafia Princess Wines pairs crisp Colorado bottlings with rich Italian roots and cheeky New York mob lore. Think Petillant Naturel Riesling, Mia Bella Rosé, and a Colorado Nuovo released in that Beaujolais style... easy drinking with personality, and worth a pour when you want conversation with your glass.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 13, 2026

Whitewater Hill Vineyards pours Colorado wine made from Colorado grapes with vineyard views, plus attended tastings where their crew walks you through the history, winemaking, and tasting notes. Dry whites to bold reds to semi-sweets and desserts... a quick Grand Valley reset in a glass.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, September 28, 2026

Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar is Grand Junction’s original fast casual wine bar, pouring a show-stopping selection of wines, cocktails, beers, and non-alcoholic sips while serving approachable, Chicago-inspired eats like gourmet hotdogs with inventive toppings, soups, and sandwiches.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 19, 2026

Good Judy's is downtown Grand Junction’s inclusive bar-club hybrid where DJs spin, drag queens slay, karaoke gets gloriously off-key, and the dance floor doubles as a meet-up for chosen family. If you’ve been craving a lively, affirming night out that actually feels local, this is it.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 7, 2026

Sometimes you just want a proper pint and comfort food, and The Goat and Clover Tavern delivers with British Isles vibes, hearty Irish and English fare, brunch when the weekend calls, and whiskey flights for the curious. Easygoing, lively, and the kind of spot Grand Junction folks adopt as their own.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 24, 2026