The best bars & nightlife in Wilkes-Barre

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

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Mohegan Pennsylvania

Nightlife

The newly revamped Embers Terrace is open with more room and refreshed bites, Party on the Patio keeps the bands rolling, and live harness…

1280 PA-315

“The newly revamped Embers Terrace is open with more room and refreshed bites, Party on the Patio keeps the bands rolling, and live harness racing is back at Pocono Downs. If you need a reset, Mohegan Pennsylvania also lines up comedy, Champagne Brunch at The Hive Taphouse, and late-night hangs.”

From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, August 8, 2026

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River Grille

Nightlife

Casual spot with pub fare, weekend brunch & a riverside deck for live music & dancing.

670 S River St

“Casual spot with pub fare, weekend brunch & a riverside deck for live music & dancing.”

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The Pavilion at Montage Mountain

Nightlife

Outdoor concert venue featuring a lawn section and a pavilion for events and festivals.

1000 Montage Mountain Rd (Scranton)

“Outdoor concert venue featuring a lawn section and a pavilion for events and festivals.”

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Breaker Brewing Company

Nightlife

Mellow local microbrewery pairing its craft beers with a woody taproom, pub grub & more.

787 E Northampton St (Wilkes-Barre Township)

“Mellow local microbrewery pairing its craft beers with a woody taproom, pub grub & more.”

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River Street Jazz Cafe

Nightlife

Energetic venue with a stage for live musical acts offering burgers, salads & cocktails.

667 N River St (Plains)

“Energetic venue with a stage for live musical acts offering burgers, salads & cocktails.”

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Benny Brewing Co.

Nightlife

Large eatery and brewery featuring smoked meats and burgers, as well as craft beers that are also available in flight options.

1429 Sans Souci Pkwy

“Large eatery and brewery featuring smoked meats and burgers, as well as craft beers that are also available in flight options.”

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Crisnics

Nightlife

Familiar eatery serving a mix of burger standards, beers, wines and cocktails in a laid-back setting.

189 Barney St

“Familiar eatery serving a mix of burger standards, beers, wines and cocktails in a laid-back setting.”

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Electric City Ciderworks

Nightlife

Cozy, dog-friendly spot offering a selection of craft ciders, including flights, plus a patio.

945 S Main St (Old Forge)

“Cozy, dog-friendly spot offering a selection of craft ciders, including flights, plus a patio.”

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Lispi's Cocktail Lounge

Nightlife

Casual cocktail bar featuring live music, dancing, and karaoke nights.

Fox Hill Rd

“Casual cocktail bar featuring live music, dancing, and karaoke nights.”

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