Best Bars in Chester, PA

Updated September 2026 · 10 businesses · Chester guide

Looking for bars in Chester? 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 Chester, spread across 3 ZIP codes. 3 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 1 links to its own website, 1 is open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.

Top 10 Bars in Chester

Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.

1 Lefty's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Open weekends
Opening hours
Mon7 AM-2 PM
Tue7 AM-2 PM
Wed7 AM-2 PM
Thu7 AM-2 PM
Fri7 AM-2 PM
Sat7 AM-2 PM
Sun9 AM-2 PM

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4 Copley's Tavern

ZIP 19061
  • Address 2029 Chichester Avenue, Boothwyn, PA 19061

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5 Joe's Bar

ZIP 19013
  • Address 2932 West 6th Street, Chester, PA 19013

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6 Rico's Lounge

ZIP 19013
  • Address 2732 West 2nd Street, Chester, PA 19013

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7 Bill's Tavern

ZIP 19013
  • Address 2901 West 3rd Street, Chester, PA 19013

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8 Independent Cee Cee Riders

ZIP 19013
  • Address 329 Highland Avenue, Chester, PA 19013

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9 B & E's Tavern

ZIP 19013
  • Address 2803 West 3rd Street, Chester, PA 19013

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10 Harambee Cafe

ZIP 19013
  • Address 700 Lloyd Street, Chester, PA 19013

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How to choose bars in Chester

  • 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 Chester 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 Chester

Many services for Chester residents come from neighboring Delaware County towns such as Brookhaven, Ridley and Media, as well as from Philadelphia.

SEPTA's Wilmington/Newark regional rail line stops in Chester, which makes it easy to reach businesses in Philadelphia without a car.

Chester is in Delaware County, and local phone numbers use the 610 and 484 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Waterfront, Highland Gardens, Sun Hill, Toby Farms, Eastside, Westgate Hill.

Frequently asked questions

Which bars in Chester are open on weekends?

According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Lefty's Irish Pub & Restaurant. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.

Which areas of Chester do these bars cover?

The bars on this list are located in ZIP codes 19013, 19014, 19061. 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 Chester restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.

Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Chester?

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.

Business data for this page comes from © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), reviewed and formatted by Pennsylvania Connection.

Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.