The best bars & nightlife in Waterbury

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

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Nightlife · 4 places · showing the latest additions first

Nightlife

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

115 W Main St (Plantsville)

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

Nightlife

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

1383 Whittemore Rd (Middlebury)

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

Nightlife

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

357 W Main St

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

Nightlife

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

1678 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (Milldale)

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