The best bars & nightlife in Vail

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

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The George Restaurant & Pub

Nightlife

Creative bar bites & cocktails featured in a convivial atmosphere at Vail's Mountain Haus.

292 E Meadow Dr

“Creative bar bites & cocktails featured in a convivial atmosphere at Vail's Mountain Haus.”

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May Palace

Nightlife

This local restaurant was founded in 1987 & has served Chinese meals to dine in & take out since.

2109 N Frontage Rd W

“This local restaurant was founded in 1987 & has served Chinese meals to dine in & take out since.”

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Altitude Bar and Grill

Nightlife

Relaxed, woodsy bar in the Evergreen Lodge offering a seasonal American menu, pool tables & darts.

250 S Frontage Rd W

“Relaxed, woodsy bar in the Evergreen Lodge offering a seasonal American menu, pool tables & darts.”

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Garfinkel's

Nightlife

Popular sports pub offering American grub, a wraparound bar & large deck with mountain views.

536 E Lionshead Cir

“Popular sports pub offering American grub, a wraparound bar & large deck with mountain views.”

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Slope Room

Nightlife

Inviting, upscale New American eatery serving up unfussy yet creative dishes with local ingredients.

352 E Meadow Dr

“Inviting, upscale New American eatery serving up unfussy yet creative dishes with local ingredients.”

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Shakedown Bar

Nightlife

Funky, energetic live music club with rock-legend artwork & LED lighting, plus beer & cocktails.

304 Bridge St

“Funky, energetic live music club with rock-legend artwork & LED lighting, plus beer & cocktails.”

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Bart & Yetis

Nightlife

Longtime institution lures locals with a rustic feel, an outdoor deck & traditional pub grub.

553 E Lionshead Cir

“Longtime institution lures locals with a rustic feel, an outdoor deck & traditional pub grub.”

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Red Lion

Nightlife

Vibrant spot for live entertainment & upscale American cuisine including burgers, steak & barbecue.

304 Bridge St St.1

“Vibrant spot for live entertainment & upscale American cuisine including burgers, steak & barbecue.”

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Root & Flower

Nightlife

Modern wine bar offering over 50 vinos by the glass, plus a changing menu of New American bites.

288 Bridge St C4

“Modern wine bar offering over 50 vinos by the glass, plus a changing menu of New American bites.”

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Vail Comedy Show

Nightlife

Informal venue for comedy acts and festivals, plus a choice of drinks.

304 Bridge St

“Informal venue for comedy acts and festivals, plus a choice of drinks.”

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