The best bars & nightlife in Pocatello

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

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Off The Rails Brewing keeps Old Town buzzing with hand-crafted beers brewed downtown and from-scratch eats like house sourdough-bun burgers…

228 S Main St

Off The Rails Brewing keeps Old Town buzzing with hand-crafted beers brewed downtown and from-scratch eats like house sourdough-bun burgers and pizzas. Slide in this week for flights, hop-forward IPAs, and live music on August 7 with Quinlan Valdez if you need a midweek reset.

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Blue Heeler

Nightlife

Whether you're craving a juicy burger, saucy wings, or a solid sandwich with a cold one, Blue Heeler hits the American bar and grill sweet…

2735 Bannock Hwy

Whether you're craving a juicy burger, saucy wings, or a solid sandwich with a cold one, Blue Heeler hits the American bar and grill sweet spot with that friendly Idaho vibe. Rally your crew this week and let the wraps, chicken, and good times sort out dinner.

From the Pocatello newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Relaxed bar and grill with comfort food, bar games, trivia nights, and karaoke, plus a dance floor.

542 E Center St

Relaxed bar and grill with comfort food, bar games, trivia nights, and karaoke, plus a dance floor.

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Barricade

Nightlife

Over-21 hangout with pinball and vintage arcade games to play, plus beer, wine, and slushies.

308 E Center St

Over-21 hangout with pinball and vintage arcade games to play, plus beer, wine, and slushies.

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The Sand Trap

Nightlife

Laid-back bar and grill dishing up burgers, wings, and steaks amid cozy surrounds.

2720 Bannock Hwy

Laid-back bar and grill dishing up burgers, wings, and steaks amid cozy surrounds.

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The Pressbox

Nightlife

Casual sports bar featuring burgers, fried fare and steaks on the menu.

1257 Yellowstone Ave

Casual sports bar featuring burgers, fried fare and steaks on the menu.

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Casual burger joint, also featuring beer and an open-air area for horseshoes.

259 E Center St

Casual burger joint, also featuring beer and an open-air area for horseshoes.

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Casual wine and beer bar offering self-serve options, plus a dog-friendly patio.

1799 Hurley Dr Ste a

Casual wine and beer bar offering self-serve options, plus a dog-friendly patio.

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