The best bars & nightlife in Granite City

“Lively country bar offering cocktails, brews, a dance floor & a mechanical bull in rustic-chic digs.”

“A small menu of Americana classics served 3 meals a day in a casual setting with a vintage vibe.”

“Sleek, brick-walled space with serious beer & wine lists plus snacks, charcuterie & larger dishes.”

“Comfortable grill in the lobby of a 19th-century bank building that now houses the Hilton Downtown.”

“Buzzing, sports-themed district by Busch Stadium with restaurants, bars & nightlife venues.”

“Convivial microbrewery pairing hearty pub grub with its signature beers, plus outdoor seating.”

“Easygoing, modern hangout with screens for live sports, dishing up Tex-Mex fare & weekend brunches.”

“Spacious complex with a bi-level sports bar & grill, plus a hall of fame museum & rooftop venue.”

“Cavernous venue with a retractable roof offering multiple bars & a massive screen for sports.”

“Thaxton Speakeasy has that downtown, underground cocktail lounge magic St. Louis folks love, operating since 2007 in the lower level of a circa 1927 building. Slide downstairs for moody vibes, well-made drinks, and a little time travel, then head back up feeling unjustifiably mysterious.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Make Tin Roof your move this week, with bands from St. Louis, Nashville and beyond ripping your favorite songs, then late night DJs keeping it lively. Fuel up on hand breaded chicken tenders, saucy wings and other 'better than bar food' staples.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 30, 2026