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The best bars & nightlife in Summit County

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

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Vine Street Social

Nightlife

Vine Street Social pairs a thoughtful wine list with elevated bites, craft beer and cocktails, plus fun extras like Wine Flight Wednesdays,…

156 4th Ave # C-1 (Frisco)

“Vine Street Social pairs a thoughtful wine list with elevated bites, craft beer and cocktails, plus fun extras like Wine Flight Wednesdays, cozy wine education evenings and Monday night trivia. Perfect for a post-hike catch-up or date night, it’s the kind of spot Summit locals keep on rotation.”

From the Summit County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Highside Brewing & BBQ - Breckenridge

Nightlife

Cozy, dog-friendly taproom with 15 beers on tap, including lagers and barrel-aged dark beers.

301-1 N Main St (Breckenridge)

“Cozy, dog-friendly taproom with 15 beers on tap, including lagers and barrel-aged dark beers.”

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Castaways Cove

Nightlife

Easygoing eatery with a tiki bar vibe offering poke bowls & classic Hawaiian grub, plus cocktails.

100 South Park Avenue UNIT C 102 (Breckenridge)

“Easygoing eatery with a tiki bar vibe offering poke bowls & classic Hawaiian grub, plus cocktails.”

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