The best bars & nightlife in Windsor

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

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New American dishes, Sunday brunch & seasonal cocktails dished up in a woodsy-chic gastropub.

39 Jerome Ave (Bloomfield)

New American dishes, Sunday brunch & seasonal cocktails dished up in a woodsy-chic gastropub.

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Sakura Garden

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Sprawling Japanese steakhouse at the Promenade Shops with tableside hibachi, sushi & a bustling bar.

34 Evergreen Way (South Windsor)

Sprawling Japanese steakhouse at the Promenade Shops with tableside hibachi, sushi & a bustling bar.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

703 Poquonock Ave

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Spacious sports lounge offering American grub & cocktails, plus TVs, a golf simulator & comedy acts.

11 Schoephoester Rd (Windsor Locks)

Spacious sports lounge offering American grub & cocktails, plus TVs, a golf simulator & comedy acts.

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American bites & craft beer served in unpretentious surrounds with pool, foosball & shuffleboard.

541 Spring St (Windsor Locks)

American bites & craft beer served in unpretentious surrounds with pool, foosball & shuffleboard.

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Branch of a casual chain known for its classic Mexican fare & margaritas in a colorful setting.

935 Sullivan Ave (South Windsor)

Branch of a casual chain known for its classic Mexican fare & margaritas in a colorful setting.

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Small craft brewery specializing in ales, porter & seasonal brews, with tastings, tours & a store.

1296 Blue Hills Ave (Bloomfield)

Small craft brewery specializing in ales, porter & seasonal brews, with tastings, tours & a store.

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Problem Solved Brewing Company is all about small-batch beers that nail the sweet spot between creative and crushable, from crisp ales to…

2 N Rd #4 (East Windsor)

Problem Solved Brewing Company is all about small-batch beers that nail the sweet spot between creative and crushable, from crisp ales to bold stouts. Swing by this week to catch an easygoing vibe, maybe trivia, and a fresh release that makes life feel a little lighter.

From the Enfield newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Float House

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Float House brews hemp-derived, non-alcoholic THC drinks that land like your favorite IPA without the morning regret, with options like…

570 Hayden Station Rd Ste. C

Float House brews hemp-derived, non-alcoholic THC drinks that land like your favorite IPA without the morning regret, with options like Lite, IPA, even a DIPA for when the group chat gets spicy. Pre-orders are open for early September batches, and they publish lab results for peace of mind.

From the Enfield newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Mexican handcrafts decorate this chain serving tacos, enchiladas, margaritas & other classics.

350 Roberts St (East Hartford)

Mexican handcrafts decorate this chain serving tacos, enchiladas, margaritas & other classics.

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Cozy coffee shop offering locally roasted coffee, tea, and desserts in a casual setting.

150 Broad St

Cozy coffee shop offering locally roasted coffee, tea, and desserts in a casual setting.

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Mynx Cabaret Hartford brings that high-energy cabaret feel plus a food menu, making it an easy call when you want something spicier than…

145 W Service Rd (Hartford)

Mynx Cabaret Hartford brings that high-energy cabaret feel plus a food menu, making it an easy call when you want something spicier than your usual nightcap. Slide in for the vibe, stick around for the bites, and let the night start here.

From the Hartford newsletter, August 11, 2026

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