Best Bars in Bethlehem, PA
Looking for bars in Bethlehem? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Bars, pubs and cocktail lounges for happy hour, live music, trivia and late nights. In Pennsylvania you must be 21 to drink.
This guide lists 10 bars in and around Bethlehem, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 10 link to their own website, 7 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Bars in Bethlehem
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Lost Tavern
- Address 444 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (484) 851-3980
- Website losttavernbrewing.com
Opening hours
| Tue | 3 PM-8 PM |
|---|---|
| Wed | 3 PM-8 PM |
| Thu | 3 PM-8 PM |
| Fri | 3 PM-9 PM |
| Sat | 12 PM-9 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-6 PM |
2 Joe's Tavern
- Address 12 West Broad Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (610) 868-3200
- Website joestavern.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-2 AM |
| Wed | 9 AM-2 AM |
| Thu | 9 AM-2 AM |
| Fri | 9 AM-2 AM |
| Sat | 9 AM-2 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-8 PM |
3 The Sun Inn
- Address 564 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (610) 419-8600
- Website suninnbethlehem.org
Opening hours
| Wed | 12 PM-9 PM |
|---|---|
| Thu | 12 PM-9 PM |
| Fri | 12 PM-9 PM |
| Sat | 12 PM-9 PM |
| Sun | 12 PM-9 PM |
4 Artisan Wine and Cheese Cellars
- Address 55 West Lehigh Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (610) 813-2851
- Website artisanwineandcheesecellars.com
Opening hours
| Wed | 5 PM-10 PM |
|---|---|
| Thu | 5 PM-10 PM |
| Fri | 5 PM-11 PM |
| Sat | 5 PM-11 PM |
5 The Nest Bar & Grille
- Address 601 East 4th Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015
- Phone (610) 419-4330
- Website thenestbethlehem.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 4 PM-12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 4 PM-12 AM |
| Wed | 4 PM-12 AM |
| Thu | 4 PM-12 AM |
| Fri | 4 PM-12 AM |
| Sat | 12 PM-1 AM |
| Sun | 12 PM-1 AM |
6 Old Brewery Tavern
- Address 138 West Union Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18108
- Phone (610) 691-9406
- Website oldbrewerytavern.com
Opening hours
| Tue | 3 PM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Wed | 3 PM-2 AM |
| Thu | 3 PM-2 AM |
| Fri | 3 PM-2 AM |
| Sat | 3 PM-2 AM |
| Sun | 3 PM-2 AM |
7 Keystone Pub & Grill
- Address 3529 Easton Avenue, Bethlehem, PA 18020
- Phone (610) 814-0400
- Website keystonepub.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 11 AM-12 AM, Fr-Sa 11:00-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-12 AM, Fr-Sa 11:00-2 AM |
| Wed | 11 AM-12 AM, Fr-Sa 11:00-2 AM |
| Thu | 11 AM-12 AM, Fr-Sa 11:00-2 AM |
| Sun | 11 AM-12 AM, Fr-Sa 11:00-2 AM |
8 Strange Brew Tavern
- Address 1996 South 5th Street, Allentown, PA 18103
- Phone (610) 841-3610
- Website strangebrewtavern.co
Opening hours
| Mon | 5 PM-2 AM, Tu-Su 15:30-2 AM |
|---|
9 McCarthy's Red Stag Pub
- Address 534 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (610) 861-7631
- Website redstagpub.com
10 Flying Pig Tavern & Tap
- Address 1313 Center Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018
- Phone (610) 871-5150
- Website flyingpigbethlehem.com
How to choose bars in Bethlehem
- Check hours and whether you need a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
- Look at the current menu online, since prices and dishes change often.
- Ask about dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal if you need them.
- Check whether the place is BYOB, which is common in Bethlehem and can save a lot on a night out.
- Look up the latest health inspection results, which the county or city publishes online.
Local tips for Bethlehem
Bethlehem straddles two counties, so property records, courts and some services depend on whether your address is in the Northampton or Lehigh County part of the city.
The SouthSide and Historic Downtown are compact and walkable, but parking fills up during Musikfest in August and the Christkindlmarkt season.
Bethlehem is in Northampton and Lehigh counties, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Historic Downtown, SouthSide, Center City, West Bethlehem, North Side, Northeast Bethlehem.
Frequently asked questions
Which bars in Bethlehem are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Lost Tavern, Joe's Tavern, The Sun Inn, Artisan Wine and Cheese Cellars, The Nest Bar & Grille, Old Brewery Tavern. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Bethlehem do these bars cover?
The bars on this list are located in ZIP codes 18015, 18018, 18020, 18103, 18108. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
What does BYOB mean?
BYOB means 'bring your own bottle.' The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer. Some charge a small corkage fee.
Do I need a reservation?
For popular places on weekends, yes. Many Bethlehem restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.
Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Bethlehem?
Restaurant inspections in Pennsylvania are run by the Department of Agriculture or by local health departments in cities and counties such as Philadelphia and Allegheny County, and results are published online.
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