The best bars & nightlife in Dayton

Casual spot for brunch, lunch, and dinner, plus beer and wine, with lots of outdoor seating.

4815 Cooper Rd (Cincinnati)

Cozy haunt serving pizzas, cocktails, beer, and other bar bites in an informal setting.

6099 Montgomery Rd (Cincinnati)

Relaxed cocktail bar, featuring a wide range of classic and off-menu libations (including mocktails), as well as a friendly staff.

2804 Woodburn Ave (Cincinnati)

Relaxed hangout featuring robust coffee drinks, pastries and local beer, plus patios, music and a rooftop terrace.

2005 1/2 Madison Rd (Cincinnati)

Down-home watering hole with craft brews, crafted cocktails & a neon-lit fish tank centerpiece.

15 W 14th St (Cincinnati)

Boutique shop offering an extensive selection of wine, plus beer, and weekly tasting events.

11920 Montgomery Rd (Cincinnati)

Unique, subterranean gathering place with moody lighting, craft cocktails & live music.

1314 Republic St (Cincinnati)

Movies are shown on the patio at this snug concept bar with creative cocktails & a chill vibe.

965 E McMillan St (Cincinnati)

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

8080 Montgomery Rd (Cincinnati)

Outdoors venue with lawn seating for concerts and festivals.

695 Lincoln Park Blvd (Kettering)

Locally owned and big on good vibes, Wine Not Wine Bar nerds out on meticulously curated bottles, including gems from lesser-known regions…

12090 Montgomery Rd (Cincinnati) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Lucky's Taproom & Eatery keeps twenty revolving taps pouring and backs it up with homemade specials, soups and desserts, plus true vegan…

520 E 5th St

Tucked inside Inn Port D’Vino, Deaf Monty's Wine is a little wine bar and shop pouring rotating tastes and glasses, simple cicchetti like…

22 Brown St

Cool gastropub with artsy, industrial decor offering craft beer & updated American classics.

1212 Springfield Pike (Cincinnati)

Low-key, wood-paneled bar & grill, in business since 1948, serving draft brews, burgers & wings.

836 Watervliet Ave

Upbeat hub for comfort food & TV games with 2 patio bars, live music plus pool, darts & cornhole.

7902 N Dixie Dr

This cozy, casual pub with a heated patio serves American food with creative twists.

3924 Isabella Ave (Cincinnati)

Irish-accented pub grub is on offer at this comfy watering hole with live music & open-mike nights.

300 Wayne Ave

Lively haunt for American food (with vegan options) & live tunes in a historic, art-adorned space.

210 E 8th St (Cincinnati)

Men in kilts serve a Scottish-American gastropub menu with beer & brown spirits plus live music.

625 Walnut St (Cincinnati)

Tiny bar and bottle shop with a cozy atmosphere and eclectic tap list, plus live entertainment.

417 E 3rd St

Famed bar featuring local craft beers, a pizza truck and live acts.

700 E 4th St

Restaurant and bar featuring wine by the glass or bottle and sharing plates.

2000 Madison Rd (Cincinnati)

Popular hangout for beer and cocktails alongside axe throwing and other games.

123 E 3rd St

Intimate watering hole featuring handcrafted cocktails, plus an outdoor patio.

122 Van Buren St

Microbrewery in a historic, industrial building with a tasting room offering creative beers & tours.

26 Wyandot St

Casual, contemporary venue specializing in wine (Macedonian and Balkan varieties) and light bites, sometimes with live music.

6223 Montgomery Rd (Cincinnati)

Upscale burger and taco joint with an extensive bourbon selection and brunch plates.

199 E 6th St (Cincinnati)

Candlelit eatery for Moroccan small plates and cocktails, plus a wine list.

1401 Republic St (Cincinnati)

Casino with game tables, slots, a stage for bands & restaurants, including a steakhouse & buffet.

200 Georgesville Rd (Columbus)

Cool bar with a mellow ambiance & live music, plus bottles of wine & craft beer to go.

4027 Hamilton Ave (Cincinnati) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Relaxed, cozy wine bar with charcuterie boards and flatbreads, plus live music and a deck.

2021 Madison Rd (Cincinnati)

Popular, hideaway gastropub featuring American eats, cocktails & brews amid exposed brick & beams.

216 Wayne Ave

UPSCALE bar in a cozy underground location for craft cocktails and sushi rolls.

607 E 3rd St Lower Level

Modern-yet-rustic bar offering wine, spirits & small plates in a relaxed setting with patio seating.

3435 Michigan Ave (Cincinnati)

Craft distillery offering cocktails, beer, and wine in a cozy atmosphere with a patio.

318 E 2nd St

Retro pinball arcade with beers on tap and cocktails in a relaxed space with a patio.

1600 E 3rd St

Extensive bourbon & whiskey offerings in a cozy, historic bar with original 19th-century details.

18 S Jefferson St

Casino featuring 1,000+ video lottery terminals, a sports bar, and a full restaurant.

777 Hollywood Blvd