The best bars & nightlife in Sullivan County

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

Family owned and making small-batch gin, rum, Tennessee whiskey, and canned cocktails right in downtown Bristol, Lost State Distilling pours thoughtful tastings and runs behind-the-scenes tours.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, October 18, 2026

Tennessee Hills Distillery | Bristol is a working Brewstillery where you can walk the production floor, hear the folks who built it tell the story, and sample the goods. Expect whiskey, vodka, gin, rum, cream liqueurs, canned cocktails, plus beer, food, and regular live music and trivia.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, October 27, 2026

High Voltage is an outdoor-plus-indoor hangout serving craft beer and ciders on draft, domestic cans, and simple boards of meats, cheeses, and spreads. Check their calendar for food trucks, bands, and other fun this week, or book that semi-private room and big outdoor space for your own thing.

From the Kingsport newsletter, October 13, 2026

Tucked inside Kingsport’s historic Telephone Building, Inspire Wine Bar, the Tri-Cities’ first wine bar, pours global favorites and regional picks alongside locally sourced bites in a space lined with handmade art you can actually take home. Watch for playful ticketed pairings...

From the Kingsport newsletter, October 16, 2026

6ix BrewHouse pours crisp, craft beer and house seltzer, with cocktails, wine, bourbon, espresso and energy drinks for the late shift.

From the Kingsport newsletter, October 27, 2026

Whether you're catching a local band or just catching up with friends, Bays Mountain Brewing Company keeps it easygoing with well-made craft beer and a relaxed, come-as-you-are taproom. It’s the kind of Kingsport hangout where community shows up, conversations linger, and another round sounds like a good idea.

From the Kingsport newsletter, October 19, 2026

Whether it's a block party, wedding, or "we finally finished the deck" bash, Southern Sips and Events rolls in with a mobile bar, helps craft a cocktail menu, tells you how much to stock, then serves with a smile so you can actually enjoy your own party.

From the Kingsport newsletter, October 29, 2026

Venue presenting stand-up comedy shows and workshops, plus a bar for drinks.