Best Bars in Wilkes-Barre, PA
Looking for bars in Wilkes-Barre? 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 Wilkes-Barre, spread across 3 ZIP codes. 1 has a phone number you can call directly from this page, 3 link to their own website, 3 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Bars in Wilkes-Barre
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 HEAT
- Address 71 North Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701
- Website heatnepa.com
Opening hours
| Thu | 8 PM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Fri | 8 PM-2 AM |
| Sat | 8 PM-2 AM |
| Sun | 8 PM-2 AM |
2 Wyoming Valley Elks Lodge #109
- Address 39 Evans Street, Pringle, PA 18704
- Phone (570) 714-2616
- Website elks.org
3 Sadowski's Cafe
- Address 2 Cooper Street, Pringle, PA 18704
Opening hours
| Mon | 3 PM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| 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 |
5 Sasquatch Inn
- Address 809 Main Street, Sugar Notch, PA 18706
Opening hours
| Tue | 5 PM-2 AM |
|---|---|
| Wed | 5 PM-2 AM |
| Thu | 5 PM-2 AM |
| Fri | 5 PM-2 AM |
| Sat | 5 PM-2 AM |
How to choose bars in Wilkes-Barre
- 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 Wilkes-Barre 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 Wilkes-Barre
Much of Wilkes-Barre sits in the Susquehanna floodplain behind the Wyoming Valley levee system, so flood insurance and basement waterproofing are common concerns for homeowners.
Scranton is about 20 minutes away, and many Wyoming Valley businesses serve Kingston, Plains, Wilkes-Barre Township and the surrounding towns.
Wilkes-Barre is in Luzerne County, and local phone numbers use the 570 and 272 area codes. Popular areas include Downtown, Parsons, Miners Mills, North End, South Wilkes-Barre, Heights, Rolling Mill Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Which bars in Wilkes-Barre are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: HEAT, Sadowski's Cafe, Sasquatch Inn. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Wilkes-Barre do these bars cover?
The bars on this list are located in ZIP codes 18701, 18704, 18706. 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 Wilkes-Barre restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.
Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Wilkes-Barre?
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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