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, September 9, 2026
River Grille is your easy win for scratch-made comfort food, weekend brunch that actually hits, and the big deck while the weather still…
670 S River St
“River Grille is your easy win for scratch-made comfort food, weekend brunch that actually hits, and the big deck while the weather still behaves. Between rotating Pop Up Bars and weekly trivia, it’s an easy call for a low-lift night with friends.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 20, 2026
This week, let Margarita Urban Beer Garden handle dinner and the vibe with authentic wood‑fired pizza from a Naples‑imported oven,…
9 E Bennett St
“This week, let Margarita Urban Beer Garden handle dinner and the vibe with authentic wood‑fired pizza from a Naples‑imported oven, signature frozen margaritas, and handcrafted beers, plus a lively entertainment lineup that plays just as well for family hangs as it does for after‑dark catchups.”
Breaker Brewing Company keeps Wilkes-Barre fun with fresh house beers, rotating Saturday firkin tappings, and a menu that nails the…
787 E Northampton St (Wilkes-Barre Township)
“Breaker Brewing Company keeps Wilkes-Barre fun with fresh house beers, rotating Saturday firkin tappings, and a menu that nails the comfort-food cravings, pizza to wings. Toss in live music, trivia, and bingo, and your group chat suddenly has plans.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 22, 2026
For more than 25 years, River Street Jazz Cafe has been NEPA’s go-to for intimate, eclectic live music that actually sounds great, with a…
667 N River St (Plains)
“For more than 25 years, River Street Jazz Cafe has been NEPA’s go-to for intimate, eclectic live music that actually sounds great, with a slick new lighting setup. Grab a burger or salad, sip a cocktail, and catch local favorites or national acts without leaving the neighborhood.”
When you want legit BBQ, a burger that means business, and a lineup of house-brewed beers, Benny Brewing Co. delivers with picks from crisp…
1429 Sans Souci Pkwy
“When you want legit BBQ, a burger that means business, and a lineup of house-brewed beers, Benny Brewing Co. delivers with picks from crisp pilsner to tropical shandy and tart gose, plus wood-fired pizza and weekly features. Pop in this week.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 19, 2026
If you're itching for a change of pace this week, The Mines lines up regular events and a lively bar vibe that makes it easy to rally the…
Lower Level - Underground, 105 N Main St
“If you're itching for a change of pace this week, The Mines lines up regular events and a lively bar vibe that makes it easy to rally the group, sip something cold, and let the week fade out. Keep an eye on their calendar and show up ready to have fun.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 17, 2026
If your week needs a friendly pint and a plate that eats like a hug, Crisnics delivers with homemade comfort, daily soups and rotating…
189 Barney St
“If your week needs a friendly pint and a plate that eats like a hug, Crisnics delivers with homemade comfort, daily soups and rotating specials. Settle in at the giant oval bar, catch the game, or linger on the covered patio with an Orange Crush or classic Half & Half.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 12, 2026
Craving something expertly mixed? Lispi's Cocktail Lounge is all about artisanal mixology, a curated lineup of high-end spirits, and…
Fox Hill Rd
“Craving something expertly mixed? Lispi's Cocktail Lounge is all about artisanal mixology, a curated lineup of high-end spirits, and bartenders who actually listen, guiding you from near-perfect classics to inventive signatures in a sophisticated ambiance that turns an ordinary Wilkes-Barre night into a small win.”
From the Wilkes-Barre newsletter, September 15, 2026
Heat Bar & Night Club is under new management and the weekly lineup is stacked. Start with Sip & Paint today, then keep it rolling with…
69-71 N Main St · ✓ checked Aug 5
“Heat Bar & Night Club is under new management and the weekly lineup is stacked. Start with Sip & Paint today, then keep it rolling with Karaoke Thursdays, the drag-fueled Inferno Fridays, anything-goes Wild Card Saturdays, and Game Night Sundays, because Wilkes-Barre weekends deserve a proper glow-up.”
