The best bars & nightlife in Brainerd
7 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Dennis Drummond Wine Co
NightlifeDennis Drummond Wine Co blends a veteran winemaker’s California know-how with Brainerd Lakes charm, pouring boutique Minnesota-made wines…
Dennis Drummond Wine Co
NightlifeShep's On 6th
NightlifeEasygoing sports bar with pizza, plus a patio and friendly staff.
Shep's On 6th
NightlifeOak Lawn Tavern
NightlifeRelaxed bar and grill serving up broasted chicken and other comfort food plus happy hours.
Oak Lawn Tavern
NightlifeBlack Bear Lodge & Saloon
NightlifeCozy log cabin with a stone fireplace & outdoor seating, whipping up hearty American classics.
Black Bear Lodge & Saloon
NightlifeThe Side Track Bar and Restaurant
NightlifeRelaxed, no-frills bar serving burgers, sandwiches and other familiar grub.
The Side Track Bar and Restaurant
NightlifeCowboy*s
NightlifeFamily-friendly bar and grill fixing up comfort food, including prime rib and burgers.
Cowboy*s
NightlifeYesterday's Gone Bar & Grill
NightlifeTypical bar food, cocktails & beer offered in straightforward surrounds with pool tables.
Yesterday's Gone Bar & Grill
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