The best bars & nightlife in Meriden

Modernized American favorites & craft drinks served in a casual, wood-accented space.

142 Center St Ste 1 (Southington)

Craft cocktails and food are served at this hidden spot.

69 Arch St (New Britain)

Relaxed space featuring New Haven-style pizza and other Italian eats plus a full bar with a draft beer selection and specialty pies.

369 Washington Ave (North Haven)

Bistro-inspired fare with communal high tops & lounge seating & happy hour & taco Tuesday specials.

838 Farmington Ave (Farmington)

Casual family-run pizzeria serving Italian dinners & pasta in addition to its brick-oven pies.

41 Chamberlain Hwy (Berlin)

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

4 Sebethe Dr (Cromwell)

Casual restaurant at a golf club with a patio and a 1920s-era clubhouse.

150 Savage St (Plantsville)

Laid-back spot serving all-you-can-eat steak and meat plates in spacious, kid-friendly quarters.

124 Hanover St

Rustic bar offering craft beers & small music shows of various genres, plus an outdoor patio.

295 Treadwell St (Hamden)

Live music venue offering views of the stage from most areas and an on-site bar.

45 Yale Ave (New Haven)

Relaxed tavern and burger joint, with a menu of typical bar fare, plus volleyball courts and game areas.

512 Cedar St (Newington)

Rocking Horse Bar & Grill is an easy win this week with live concerts, karaoke, bingo, and line dancing, plus a menu built for cravings.…

181 Ann Uccello St (Hartford)

If your week could use a little exhale, Crystal Ridge Winery pours Connecticut-made wines with rolling hillside views that make errands…

257 Belltown Rd (South Glastonbury)

Craving something nicer than takeout this week, but still chill? Harvest serves modern American custom cuisine with Asian, Latin, and…

1104 Chapel St (New Haven)

Veteran, brick-lined hangout featuring late-night American grub & weekend brunch.

369 Capitol Ave (Hartford)

Upscale New American dishes paired with wine & cocktails in a sleek, sophisticated locale.

64 LaSalle Rd (West Hartford)

Longtime bar offering craft cocktails & small plates in an intimate, antiques-filled space.

272 College St (New Haven)

Trendy, dimly lit lounge dispensing creative cocktails plus charcuterie, cheese, flatbreads & more.

116 Crown St (New Haven)

Relaxed location featuring craft hard cider and food trucks amid orchards plus scenic views.

36 Long Bottom Rd (Southington)

Friendly local bar with craft beers, decorated walls (pigs & more), happy hour, pool & a patio.

356 Asylum St (Hartford)

Pub featuring an almost-entirely vegan menu of comfort fare alongside tap beer and cocktails.

135 Dwight St (New Haven)

Sports-centric hub in a strip mall with bar food & many beer choices, plus pool tables & live music.

300 Middle St (Bristol)

Cozy, cash-only tavern with late-night hours, a pool table, and regular live music.

115 W Main St (Plantsville)

Casual place for Greek eats, beer, cocktails and wine, plus live music.

9 School St (Unionville)

Charming vendor-driven shop offering locally sourced goods such as food and clothing, plus a cafe for hearty eats and cocktails.

11 N Branford Rd (Branford)

Revived old tavern with dark wood, antiques & stained glass, offering pub grub & theme nights.

191 Ann Uccello St (Hartford)

Family-owned wine estate with a relaxed, Tuscan-inspired tasting room & outdoor tables for picnics.

15 Windswept Hill Rd (Wallingford)

Laid-back coffeehouse pouring espresso martinis and local brews, with trivia nights and live music.

920 S Colony St (Wallingford)

High-energy gathering place with a full bar offering regular live music & stand-up comedy shows.

250 State St (New Haven)

Casual eatery with a cozy atmosphere known for wine selection and steaks, plus pasta.

1140 Main St (Branford)

Relaxed speakeasy featuring classic films, popcorn and a 1920s-style theme.

86 Center St (Wallingford)

Sophisticated hilltop tasting room offering a range of wines, guided tours & scenic vineyard views.

1339 Whirlwind Hill Rd (Wallingford)

Trendy New American spot serving gourmet comfort food in a roomy setup with a rooftop & terrace.

986 Farmington Ave (West Hartford)

Casual joint featuring burgers, wings, pizza and seafood, plus a pool hall with arcade games.

142 Hanover St

Casual restaurant and brewpub serving craft beers along with pizza and burgers.

1383 Whittemore Rd (Middlebury)

Cozy restaurant offering steamed cheeseburgers, wings and other staples, as well as beer and cocktails.

320 Main St (Wallingford)

Relaxed watering hole dishing up craft brews and beer, plus wings and other grill bites.

999 Broad St

Cozy pub offering traditional Irish fare, Guinness & single malts amid dark woods & memorabilia.

59 Pratt St (Hartford)

Once the bar of the Hotel Taft, this restored dark-wood haunt serves charcuterie & cheese boards.

990 Chapel St (New Haven)

Cider brewery producing boutique brews from locally sourced apples, with a tasting room & bar.

110 N Plains Industrial Rd (Wallingford)

Modern, airy hotel lounge at the Marriott serving cocktails, beer & wine plus elevated bar snacks.

200 Columbus Blvd 22nd Floor (Hartford)

Casual bar and grill with wings, sports on TV, and bar games.

357 W Main St (Waterbury)

Old-fashioned pub offering Irish eats, plus DJs & live music, in easygoing surroundings.

1678 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (Milldale)

Tapas bar with wines & cocktails in glass & steel dining room with stone fireplace & open kitchen.

155 Temple St (New Haven)

Dance club with several rooms, jewel-toned lights, lasers, a hookah patio & theme nights.

102 Hamilton St (New Haven)

Chicken wings & other casual bites anchor this chain American eatery with Coca-Cola-themed decor.

188 Willow St (New Haven) · ✓ checked Aug 4

Roomy, family-friendly hangout offering craft beers, American comfort food & TVs airing sports.

970 N Colony Rd (Wallingford)

Cozy spot for steak tartare, duck sandwich, and other French fare, plus wine and happy hour.

975 Farmington Ave (West Hartford)