The best bars & nightlife in Gary

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

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Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Nightlife

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

2120 Southlake Mall (Merrillville)

“Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.”

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New Oberpfalz Brewing

Nightlife

Microbrewery's cozy taproom offering housemade German-style ales & lagers as well as light bites.

121 E Main St (Griffith)

“Microbrewery's cozy taproom offering housemade German-style ales & lagers as well as light bites.”

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Karma Cigar Bar

Nightlife

Sophisticated cigar shop featuring a wide selection and a lounge.

850 81st Ave (Merrillville)

“Sophisticated cigar shop featuring a wide selection and a lounge.”

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Dialogue Wine Bar

Nightlife

Casual place offering beer, wine and spirits in a cozy environment with live music.

601 S Lake St

“Casual place offering beer, wine and spirits in a cozy environment with live music.”

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Tiny's Restaurant & Bar | Group Events and Date Nights

Nightlife

Relaxed restaurant (with a rustic vibe), serving burgers, salads and other classic eats from brunch to supper alongside cocktails, craft…

555 S Lake St

“Relaxed restaurant (with a rustic vibe), serving burgers, salads and other classic eats from brunch to supper alongside cocktails, craft beers and wine.”

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3 Floyds Brewing

Nightlife

Craft brewery established in 1996 featuring artisan beers, plus an on-site store.

9750 Indiana Pkwy (Munster)

“Craft brewery established in 1996 featuring artisan beers, plus an on-site store.”

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Ameristar Casino East Chicago

Nightlife

Modern rooms in a casino hotel with a fitness center, valet parking & an upscale steakhouse.

777 Aldis Ave (East Chicago)

“Modern rooms in a casino hotel with a fitness center, valet parking & an upscale steakhouse.”

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Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana

Nightlife

Exhibits of rock 'n' roll memorabilia in a colorful casino with gaming rooms, bars & live music.

5400 W 29th Ave

“Exhibits of rock 'n' roll memorabilia in a colorful casino with gaming rooms, bars & live music.”

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S.L Wine Bar

Nightlife

If you’re craving a night that’s more vibe than scene, S.L Wine Bar pours delicious wines and handcrafted cocktails in a cozy, boutique…

3224 Ridge Rd Ste 105 (Lansing)

“L Wine Bar pours delicious wines and handcrafted cocktails in a cozy, boutique space where the playlist nudges you to dance, the lights feel flattering, and conversation somehow gets better with every sip. Make it your pick this week.”

From the Tinley Park newsletter, August 5, 2026

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