The best bars & nightlife in Gary
16 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Council Oak Bar
NightlifeCouncil Oak Bar is the polished spot attached to Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, perfect when you want a pre-dinner sip or a late-night…
Council Oak Bar
NightlifeEstella's Cantina
NightlifeEstella's Cantina in Miller Beach pairs craft cocktails that are both savory and sweet with tacos built for cravings, from Al Pastor and…
Estella's Cantina
NightlifeEnd Zone Bar & Grill
NightlifeEnd Zone Bar & Grill is a laid-back spot for pub grub from nachos to burgers, lively karaoke nights, and Monday Wing Night with a big sauce…
End Zone Bar & Grill
NightlifeKnockouts NWI
NightlifeWith a boxing ring main stage, a wall of TVs showing every big game and PPV UFC fight, private dances, Champagne Rooms, and a full liquor…
Knockouts NWI
NightlifeHe Ain't Here Lounge
NightlifeWhether you're sliding over from Gary or already posted up in Lake Station, He Ain't Here Lounge nails the grown-up hangout vibe with…
He Ain't Here Lounge
NightlifeTap House 1233 Grill
NightlifeTap House 1233 Grill, just over in Lake Station, has been serving Northwest Indiana since 2009 with the kind of friendly, no-fuss vibe you…
Tap House 1233 Grill
NightlifeNew Oberpfalz Brewing
NightlifeHead to Griffith this week and let New Oberpfalz Brewing handle the evening with their house beers poured in the taproom, a menu of…
New Oberpfalz Brewing
NightlifeDialogue Wine Bar
NightlifeDialogue Wine Bar keeps it low key with thoughtful wine, solid cocktails, and a relaxed space where you can actually hear your friends,…
Dialogue Wine Bar
NightlifeMaxim's Restaurant & Lounge
NightlifeFamily-owned since 1998, Maxim's Restaurant & Lounge serves Greek-American classics with breakfast all day, homemade-style plates, and…
Maxim's Restaurant & Lounge
NightlifeThe Atlas Room
NightlifeNeed a low-key spot for a midweek reset? The Atlas Room is an internationally themed bar with an ever-changing lineup of imported and craft…
The Atlas Room
NightlifeThe Cellar at New Oberpfalz
NightlifeThe Cellar at New Oberpfalz keeps Griffith’s beer scene honest with house brews poured alongside wine, cider, and soft drinks, plus a…
The Cellar at New Oberpfalz
NightlifeFuzzyline Brewing Co.
NightlifeFuzzyline Brewing Co. keeps Highland interesting with sour-inspired brews alongside IPAs, stouts, and lagers, plus a globally inspired,…
Fuzzyline Brewing Co.
NightlifeByway Brewing Company
NightlifeByway Brewing Company nails the local trifecta this week: finely crafted beer, chef-driven food, and a spacious taproom with an easygoing…
Byway Brewing Company
NightlifeSet 'Em Up
NightlifeNeed an easy win this week? Set 'Em Up nails the vibe with crispy apps, pizzas, and burgers plus cold drinks. When the lanes cool off,…
Set 'Em Up
NightlifeAmeristar Casino East Chicago
NightlifeAmeristar Casino East Chicago packs your weekend with table games, a Baccarat Room, The Sportsbook, and enough slots to make your coffee…
Ameristar Casino East Chicago
NightlifeHard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
NightlifeHard Rock Casino Northern Indiana brings legit big-league energy right here in Gary, with 1,800+ slots, 80 table games, three live music…
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
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