The best bars & nightlife in Reading

Elegant gathering place for clever cocktails, all with zero alcohol content.

1306 N Front St (Philadelphia)

Cool cocktail bar featuring Japanese-inspired classics, plus wine, beer and spirits.

310 Market St Second Floor (Philadelphia)

This week, skip the syrupy stuff and try Commonwealth Ciders, a Kensington-born maker fermenting all-natural, gluten-free ciders bone-dry…

2440 Frankford Ave (Philadelphia)

Tucked into a 1929 knitting mill, B2 Bistro + Bar brings that legit industrial vibe plus a menu built on locally sourced ingredients,…

701 Reading Ave (West Reading)

Since 1978, Byrne's Tavern has kept Philly fed with famous crabs and chicken wings, a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, and those…

3301 Richmond St (Philadelphia)

American grub, craft beer & cocktails served in a typical setup with a jukebox & sports on TV.

101 S 3rd Ave (West Reading)

Extensive array of Spanish-centric small plates & wine with an outdoor patio.

1709 Passyunk Ave (Philadelphia)

Relaxed dive, family-run bar playing host to a friendly crowd for beers and shuffleboard.

1500 N 10th St

This renovated diner with an outdoor beer garden serves classics like fried chicken & meatloaf.

435 Spring Garden St (Philadelphia)

24/7 casino offers table games, slots, live entertainment, 4 restaurants/bars & free shuttle bus.

1001 N Delaware Ave (Philadelphia)

Urban winery and intimate venue featuring nationally touring performers, plus a wine-focused menu.

990 Filbert St (Philadelphia)

Unique twists on American bar food & an extensive beer list offered in a warm, upbeat atmosphere.

1501 Lancaster Ave

Creative New American bar fare, including wings, in a dimly lit space with mismatched decor.

801 N 3rd St (Philadelphia)

Lively sports bar with several TVs & seasonal outdoor seating plus daily drink & food specials.

238 S 3rd Ave

Laid-back restaurant and bar specializing in burgers and other casual eats plus cocktails and craft beer.

2700 Kutztown Rd

A sleek bar with world-wide wines by the glass or bottle, plus cocktails, small plates & brunch.

1525 South St (Philadelphia)

Unfiltered, low-intervention cidery producing dry beverages from locally sourced ingredients.

8005 Germantown Ave (Philadelphia)

Pub grub made with local ingredients plus beer served in a Reading Terminal Market tavern.

Reading Terminal Market, 1136 Arch St (Philadelphia)

Cozy tasting room featuring hand-crafted hard cider, including gluten-free options, plus food.

6350 Germantown Ave (Philadelphia)

Old-school neighborhood tavern specializing in craft beers & a limited menu of burgers & snacks.

1601 S 10th St (Philadelphia)

A rotating selection of reds, whites & sparklers, plus cocktails, beer & sharable small plates.

1525 Frankford Ave (Philadelphia)

Cozy watering hole offering classic cocktails, wine and beer and featuring a weekly changing menu.

713 Penn Ave (West Reading)

Traditional haunt featuring numerous craft beers & everyday pub fare, plus outdoor seating.

237 N Prospect St · ✓ checked Aug 5

Throwback crab bar with casual menu of nachos, sandwiches & more, plus craft & seasonal beers.

3467 Richmond St (Philadelphia)

Trendy wine bar with a dimly lit ambiance and candlelight serving snacks plus hot dogs.

614 S 7th St (Philadelphia)

Snug cafe with an ever-changing wine, cheese & beer selection plus a varied small-plates menu.

123 S 18th St (Philadelphia)

British-style brewpub featuring comfort fare & beer on tap in a historic cottage with 2 fireplaces.

30 S 4th St

Wings, beers & burgers anchor a varied menu of bar bites in a flair-filled Irish pub atmosphere.

1116 Walnut St (Philadelphia)

Wines by the bottle or glass plus cocktails & bistro plates both big & small, all in an airy venue.

129 S 13th St (Philadelphia)

Cozy bar with Southern BBQ as well as a variety of vegan options backed by a vast beer selection.

56 S 2nd St (Philadelphia)

Cozy 2-story tavern with multiple rooms offering pub grub, sports on TV & a festive crowd.

421 S 2nd St (Philadelphia)