The best bars & nightlife in Cabarrus County

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

Browse another shelf: all of Cabarrus County’s best · Restaurants · Shopping · Beauty · Entertainment · Home & Garden · Pets · Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage · Health & Wellness · Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · Bakeries & Sweets · Sporting Goods · Arts & Culture

Pinned in Cabarrus County today

This spot is open today.

Two pinned places a day in Cabarrus County — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. List your business →

Paid placements are always marked.

Nightlife · 7 places · showing the latest additions first

The Basement Arcade Bar

Nightlife

The Basement Arcade Bar in Historic Downtown Concord packs classic 80s/90s cabinets and current pinball, with everything set to free play,…

14 Union St S (Concord)

“The Basement Arcade Bar in Historic Downtown Concord packs classic 80s/90s cabinets and current pinball, with everything set to free play, so you can hop from retro favorites to modern machines without feeding quarters.”

From the Cabarrus County newsletter, August 6, 2026

Website ↗

Old Charlotte Pub

Nightlife

Old Charlotte Pub keeps it simple in the best way, serving juicy burgers and other comfort eats alongside a variety of beer and cocktails.…

1313 Old Charlotte Rd SW (Concord)

“Old Charlotte Pub keeps it simple in the best way, serving juicy burgers and other comfort eats alongside a variety of beer and cocktails. When you just want a low-key hang with real pub grub, this spot hits the reset button on a long week.”

Website ↗

Lil Robert's Place

Nightlife

Mellow haunt offering beer, basic eats, live music & open-mic nights amid edgy art & comfy seating.

25 Union St S (Concord) · ✓ checked Aug 5

“Mellow haunt offering beer, basic eats, live music & open-mic nights amid edgy art & comfy seating.”

Website ↗

Smooth Bar & Lounge

Nightlife

Relaxed bar (some say) offering flatbread pizza, wings, egg rolls and hookah, and occasional live music.

324 Church St N (Concord)

“Relaxed bar (some say) offering flatbread pizza, wings, egg rolls and hookah, and occasional live music.”

Website ↗

Run a Cabarrus County business? Two pinned spots a day — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. Advertise →

Iron Thunder Saloon & Grill Concord

Nightlife

Waitresses in provocative attire plus a standard menu of American food in a biker-themed space

10023 Weddington Rd Ext. (Concord)

“Waitresses in provocative attire plus a standard menu of American food in a biker-themed space”

Website ↗

Stars and Strikes

Nightlife

Family activity center offering bowling, arcade games, laser tag, bumper cars, and an American restaurant.

545 Concord Pkwy N (Concord)

“Family activity center offering bowling, arcade games, laser tag, bumper cars, and an American restaurant.”

Website ↗

The Wine Room at Afton Village Inc.

Nightlife

Wine bar known for its wide selection of wines, food, trivia nights, and live music.

5401 Village Dr NW (Concord)

“Wine bar known for its wide selection of wines, food, trivia nights, and live music.”

Website ↗

Listed here?

You’ve earned the mark — get the BaseLocal’s Best badge for your site →. Want in? List your business →