The best bars & nightlife in Petersburg

“This week, Echelon Wine Bar is your excuse to trade the grocery-aisle guesswork for thoughtful pours, fun classes, and a legit Wine Club that keeps discoveries coming. Grab a friend, taste through a few styles, then plot your next private dining flex or event while you sample something new.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Live! Casino Virginia brings serious energy with approximately 1,000 slots, 40-plus live table games, and a High Limit room for when you’re in the zone. Start at the signature bar or snag something quick at Luckies, then make it a midweek escape this week.”

From the Petersburg newsletter, August 4, 2026

“English-style 2-room tavern in a circa-1816 building serving pub eats amid wood beams & a fireplace.”

“Upmarket speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked behind a bookshelf offering burlesque shows and comfort foods.”

“Picturesque place with a spacious tasting room & a rustic-chic barn for weddings & other events.”

“Relaxed taproom serving craft beers & pizzas in a vintage space with a dog-friendly outdoor patio.”

“Original of a mini-chain offering a long beer lineup & tavern fare in dark-wood pub surroundings.”