The best bars & nightlife in Porter County

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

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The Golden Leaf Cigar Lounge - Chesterton

Nightlife

Cigar shop featuring a walk-in humidor and comfortable chairs, plus spirits and bar food.

3093 Village Point (Chesterton)

“Cigar shop featuring a walk-in humidor and comfortable chairs, plus spirits and bar food.”

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Semento's

Nightlife

Semento's is the kind of Valpo tavern where the beer list is cold, the food menu hits that comfort sweet spot, and the beer garden begs for…

1200 West St (Valparaiso)

“Semento's is the kind of Valpo tavern where the beer list is cold, the food menu hits that comfort sweet spot, and the beer garden begs for a laid-back hang. If you haven’t popped in lately, this week’s a perfect time to toast a true hometown original.”

From the Porter County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Northside Tap

Nightlife

Casual bar and grill serving burgers, wings, sandwiches and beer, plus Detroit-style pizza, which is available only on Mondays.

712 Calumet Ave (Valparaiso)

“Casual bar and grill serving burgers, wings, sandwiches and beer, plus Detroit-style pizza, which is available only on Mondays.”

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Duffy's Place

Nightlife

Local tavern known for its wings, serving comfort eats & draft beers in festive, low-key quarters.

1154 Axe Ave (Valparaiso)

“Local tavern known for its wings, serving comfort eats & draft beers in festive, low-key quarters.”

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Tommy B's Clubhouse

Nightlife

Casual sports bar serving food and cocktails with live entertainment.

210 Aberdeen Dr B (Valparaiso)

“Casual sports bar serving food and cocktails with live entertainment.”

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Malden Oasis

Nightlife

Laid-back bar featuring hamburgers, wings and other standard bar eats, along with beer.

394 State Rte 49 (Valparaiso)

“Laid-back bar featuring hamburgers, wings and other standard bar eats, along with beer.”

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Franklin House

Nightlife

Easygoing gastropub offering a menu of burgers, sandwiches & tacos, as well as over 100 beers.

58 S Campbell St (Valparaiso)

“Easygoing gastropub offering a menu of burgers, sandwiches & tacos, as well as over 100 beers.”

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Blockhead Beerworks

Nightlife

Chill brewpub turning out Asian fusion fare such as drunken noodles and sushi, plus cocktails.

150 Washington St (Valparaiso)

“Chill brewpub turning out Asian fusion fare such as drunken noodles and sushi, plus cocktails.”

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Washington Street Tap Room

Nightlife

Casual beer hall with a large selection of brews, including gluten-free options, in a cozy setting.

11 Washington St (Valparaiso)

“Casual beer hall with a large selection of brews, including gluten-free options, in a cozy setting.”

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