The best bars & nightlife in York County

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

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Player 1UP

Nightlife

Need a midweek nostalgia hit, or just an excuse to crush your neighbor at air hockey? Player 1UP packs pinball classics, retro cabinets,…

140 E Main St Ste 140 (Rock Hill)

“Need a midweek nostalgia hit, or just an excuse to crush your neighbor at air hockey? Player 1UP packs pinball classics, retro cabinets, and plenty of button-mashing bliss, plus pizza and a full bar so your high-score chase pairs nicely with hot slices and cold drinks.”

From the York County newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Corkscrew Wine Shop & Bar

Nightlife

Relaxed venue featuring lots of wine, cocktails and beer on tap.

1365 Broadcloth St Ste 102 (Fort Mill)

“Relaxed venue featuring lots of wine, cocktails and beer on tap.”

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The Journeyman Tavern

Nightlife

Irish pub, serving burgers and Reuben egg rolls, with friendly service.

129 Oakland Ave Ste 110 (Rock Hill)

“Irish pub, serving burgers and Reuben egg rolls, with friendly service.”

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Stars and Strikes

Nightlife

Family fun center with bowling, laser tag, an arcade, axe throwing, and an American-style restaurant.

2225 Dave Lyle Blvd (Rock Hill)

“Family fun center with bowling, laser tag, an arcade, axe throwing, and an American-style restaurant.”

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Grapevine Wine Bar and Beer Garden

Nightlife

Casual hangout serving craft beers and wine by the glass, along with sandwiches and pretzels.

22 N Congress St (York)

“Casual hangout serving craft beers and wine by the glass, along with sandwiches and pretzels.”

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Grapevine - Riverwalk

Nightlife

Informal spot for coffee and pastries, plus beers, charcuterie and wines.

829 Terrace Park Apt 104 (Rock Hill)

“Informal spot for coffee and pastries, plus beers, charcuterie and wines.”

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CCB Bistro & Vine

Nightlife

Relaxed restaurant, wine bar and book store offering sandwiches, burgers, tacos, coffee and more, plus wines and local beer.

295 Herlong Ave Ste 401 (Rock Hill)

“Relaxed restaurant, wine bar and book store offering sandwiches, burgers, tacos, coffee and more, plus wines and local beer.”

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Illumination Wines

Nightlife

Welcoming location in a converted home for wine and beer, plus small plates and charcuterie.

201 Springs St (Fort Mill)

“Welcoming location in a converted home for wine and beer, plus small plates and charcuterie.”

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Time Out

Nightlife

Casual spot for burgers, wings and beer that welcomes takeout orders.

131 S Herlong Ave (Rock Hill)

“Casual spot for burgers, wings and beer that welcomes takeout orders.”

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Jackass Café & Wine Bar

Nightlife

Breakfast and lunch fare such as pastries, plus beer, wine, and coffee served in a cozy venue.

153 E White St Unit B (Rock Hill)

“Breakfast and lunch fare such as pastries, plus beer, wine, and coffee served in a cozy venue.”

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