The best bars & nightlife in Williamsport

“Nomad Distilling Co. is more than a distillery, it’s a bar built for gathering over tastings, cocktails, and a downright lovable Sunday brunch. They craft 10 locally-made spirits and keep things lively with events like Burger Nights and Harvest Dinners, so pencil it in this week.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, September 4, 2026

“When you want a drink with a view and food that means business, Amy's Dockside Bar & Grille delivers riverside vibes with juicy burgers, crispy fries, and hot wings that actually bring the heat. Easygoing, unfussy, and perfect for post-work catchups or lazy weekend afternoons.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Shake up your week at Jackass Brewing Company in Williamsport with irreverently named beers like Whoop Ass, cocktails, and freshly made eats. The taproom’s live music and the rooftop fire pit make it ridiculously easy to stay for one more round with friends.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Bar with pool tables and live music, plus a menu of burgers and wings.”

“Whether you want crisp drafts, a glass of Kendall-Jackson or Hess Select, and a plate of wings or pub-grub standards, The Pub keeps things easy and familiar, the kind of spot where you bump into someone you know and end up staying for just one more.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, August 28, 2026

“The Brickyard Restaurant & Ale House keeps it dialed with gourmet burgers and steaks, big salads, unique apps, and the area’s best craft draft selection. Check the music schedule this week, grab a pint, and call it your midweek morale booster.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, September 17, 2026

“John Ryan Brewery is the rare combo of elegant dining and on-site brewing, with a rotating seasonal menu, craft cocktails, and beer brewed right there. Settle into the historic dining rooms, hang at the lively bar, or chill on the shaded patio by the fire pit and call it a night.”

From the Williamsport newsletter, September 11, 2026