The best bars & nightlife in Altoona

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

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Al's Tavern

Nightlife

Family-owned since 1962, Al's Tavern keeps Altoona fed with award-winning wings in flavors you haven’t tried yet, plus specialty sandwiches…

2831 8th Ave

“Family-owned since 1962, Al's Tavern keeps Altoona fed with award-winning wings in flavors you haven’t tried yet, plus specialty sandwiches stacked with fresh steak, roast beef, and chicken, real Italian pizza, stromboli, calzone, homemade soups, and more.”

From the Altoona newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Oak Spring Winery

Nightlife

Oak Spring Winery is crafting award-winning bottles right on their vineyard, from crisp Riesling to easygoing Concord and holiday-friendly…

2401 E Pleasant Valley Blvd

“Oak Spring Winery is crafting award-winning bottles right on their vineyard, from crisp Riesling to easygoing Concord and holiday-friendly sippers. This week, swing by for a tour and tasting in Pennsylvania’s largest wine tasting room, then start plotting a private party while your taste buds do the bragging.”

From the Altoona newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Knickerbocker Tavern

Nightlife

Knickerbocker Tavern has been Altoona’s craft-beer first love for decades, pouring a constantly curated tap list and backing it up with a…

3957 6th Ave

“Knickerbocker Tavern has been Altoona’s craft-beer first love for decades, pouring a constantly curated tap list and backing it up with a jaw-dropping brown spirits library over 800 bottles strong.”

From the Altoona newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Joe's 58th St. Grill & Tavern

Nightlife

A longtime Altoona favorite, Joe's 58th St. Grill & Tavern keeps things classic with in-house pies, daily homemade soups, a stacked bar of…

5820 6th Ave

“A longtime Altoona favorite, Joe's 58th St. Grill & Tavern keeps things classic with in-house pies, daily homemade soups, a stacked bar of local and imported beers, and the kind of karaoke nights that turn shy neighbors into headliners. Go hungry, stay friendly, maybe bring your duet partner.”

From the Altoona newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Champs Sports Grill

Nightlife

Energetic hangout featuring multiple beers on tap, typical American pub grub & TVs for sports fans.

205 Charlotte Dr

“Energetic hangout featuring multiple beers on tap, typical American pub grub & TVs for sports fans.”

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Woody Lodge Winery

Nightlife

Pennsylvania’s award-winning, woman and veteran owned Woody Lodge Winery pours approachable tastings and rotates fun events that make a…

1301 Colonel Drake Hwy (Ashville)

“Pennsylvania’s award-winning, woman and veteran owned Woody Lodge Winery pours approachable tastings and rotates fun events that make a weeknight feel like a little vacation. From SweeTea sippers to Tipzy Cow Wine Ice Cream, it’s an easy Altoona-area pick when you want flavor, conversation, and a reason to linger.”

From the Altoona newsletter, September 19, 2026

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