The best bars & nightlife in Tallahassee

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

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From Ken’s Tavern to Public House, Redrocks, TENN Nightclub & Lounge, and Yianni’s, The Tally Strip packs your week with dancing, live…

302 Raven St · ✓ checked Jul 31

From Ken’s Tavern to Public House, Redrocks, TENN Nightclub & Lounge, and Yianni’s, The Tally Strip packs your week with dancing, live shows, and bottle service if you’re feeling fancy. Consider it a choose your own night out that even posts the receipts every Tuesday with fresh Facebook photos.

From the Tallahassee newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Hopping, brew-centric watering hole with an extensive beer selection & no-frills surroundings.

215 E 6th Ave

Hopping, brew-centric watering hole with an extensive beer selection & no-frills surroundings.

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Bar 1903

Nightlife

Old-timey bar at the Walker Library, serving cocktails and small plates.

209 E Park Ave

Old-timey bar at the Walker Library, serving cocktails and small plates.

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Hangar 38

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Bowling alley and restaurant offering pizza, burgers and other familiar bites, plus arcade games and a bar.

6668 Thomasville Rd

Bowling alley and restaurant offering pizza, burgers and other familiar bites, plus arcade games and a bar.

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Chicken wings & tenders served alongside eclectic takes on burgers, tacos, mac 'n' cheese & more.

218 S Magnolia Dr

Chicken wings & tenders served alongside eclectic takes on burgers, tacos, mac 'n' cheese & more.

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Chicken wings & tenders served alongside eclectic takes on burgers, tacos, mac 'n' cheese & more.

1370 Market St

Chicken wings & tenders served alongside eclectic takes on burgers, tacos, mac 'n' cheese & more.

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Longtime saloon draws a high-energy crowd with DJs, bands & a variety of daily drink specials.

620 W Tennessee St

Longtime saloon draws a high-energy crowd with DJs, bands & a variety of daily drink specials.

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Relaxed hangout featuring a wide array of wine vintages, plus beer and light bites.

1355 Market St a1

Relaxed hangout featuring a wide array of wine vintages, plus beer and light bites.

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Casual spot with 24 pool tables, darts & mini bowling, along with burgers & beer.

2810 Sharer Rd Unit 7

Casual spot with 24 pool tables, darts & mini bowling, along with burgers & beer.

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Wine bar offering old-world and new-world wines, plus a menu of panini, pastas, and cheese boards.

1216-4 N Monroe St

Wine bar offering old-world and new-world wines, plus a menu of panini, pastas, and cheese boards.

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Neighborhood hangout offering retro arcade games & classic drinks.

1122 Thomasville Rd Ste 1

Neighborhood hangout offering retro arcade games & classic drinks.

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Relaxed lounge offering a large selection of cigars, plus coffee, wine, beer, and cocktails.

1307 N Monroe St

Relaxed lounge offering a large selection of cigars, plus coffee, wine, beer, and cocktails.

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Casual stop with mid-century design featuring 100 craft beers, artisan wines & pub grub.

416 All Saints St Unit 113

Casual stop with mid-century design featuring 100 craft beers, artisan wines & pub grub.

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