The best bars & nightlife in Chesterfield County

Rustic-chic outpost offering a long beer lineup & tavern fare in brick-lined surroundings.

Indoor-outdoor waterfront spot for American fare & seafood plus house drinks & a full bar.

Chain for gourmet burgers & other American comfort fare.

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

Sports bar & grill chain famous for chicken wings served by waitresses in short shorts.

Local sports bar chain serving steak, seafood & pub grub in a lively, contemporary setting.

Sizable, low-key American tavern with bar games & patio seating, plus karaoke & live music.

Craft beer bar serving diverse American fare in a relaxed, brick-lined loft space.

Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.

Modern trattoria with a warm atmosphere offering Italian comfort food, wine & draft beer.

Rotating craft brews on tap & classic American eats are the draw at this compact, modern gastropub.

Southern dishes, cocktails & wine served in an unfussy, narrow space with a warm atmosphere.

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

At Ashton Creek Vineyard, sip gold-medal Merlot and Petit Manseng with a farm-to-table menu, then lean into winemaker dinners, chef cooking courses, or live music on the lawn. It’s the easy local reset this week when you want something nicer than the couch.

From the Petersburg newsletter, August 25, 2026