50 Best Bars near Hartford

1 R.J.’s Place

4.6 Superb 88 Reviews

418 N Delmar Ave, Hartford

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“amazing! what a great addition to the neighborhood”

2 Riverbend Axe and Games - East Alton

5.0 Superb 194 Reviews

205 Eastgate Plaza, East Alton · 3.36 miles

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“Had an absolute blast. I will definitely will be back!”

3 Samm's Last Chance Saloon

4.7 Superb 57 Reviews

1013 N Main St, Edwardsville · 7.2 miles

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“Amazing food, brilliant drinks, laidback and friendly staff, awesome service, fun vibes, very chill and inviting atmosphere with cool tunes and fun decor.”

4 Doit's Village Inn

4.7 Superb 55 Reviews

4015 Pontoon Rd, Granite City · 7.09 miles

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“good food and fun great people and bartender”

5 Town Club Bar & Grill

4.6 Superb 58 Reviews

2400 E Broadway, Alton · 4.85 miles

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“My coworkers and I frequently order lunch from here. Our food is fresh and so delicious every time! The workers are always super friendly!”

6 Lyle's Bar & Grill

4.7 Superb 34 Reviews

6204 E Main St, Maryville · 10.72 miles

“Great food. Great Service. Fun Atmosphere. 🙂”

7 Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co.

4.7 Superb 497 Reviews

1071 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville · 6.96 miles

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“My friend took me here for my birthday! I got a picture of my favorite hippy cow, and had a fantastic lunch with primo service from Kelsi and Andrew! Fantastic place! HIGHLY recommend!!”

8 Firehouse

4.9 Superb 16 Reviews

314 State St, Alton · 6.41 miles

“I would recommend Firehouse if you want a nice little bar and attentive bartenders”

9 The Cabin At Judy Creek

4.5 Superb 86 Reviews

3730 S State Rte 157, Glen Carbon · 8.1 miles

“The best part of traveling for work is stumbling onto local spots like this one. Can beers as low as $2.50, live music, good food, extra points for atmosphere. It has that drinking on the dock at the fishing camp feel. Got the Cuban. Not the best I've ever had but still better than most. All in all, I'd recommend it and I'll probably be back at least once this week.”

10 Schlemer's Lounge

4.7 Superb 24 Reviews

109 W MacArthur Dr, Cottage Hills · 5.01 miles

“Great place to be never a dull time especially with good friends and Jess and Mikey are the best !!”

11 Sonny's Wedge

4.9 Superb 14 Reviews

901 W Delmar Ave, Alton · 8.17 miles

“😀 Stop on by Sonny's Wedge for a friendly atmosphere with cold drinks, gaming and good times!”

12 Manhattan's Socialhouse

4.5 Superb 77 Reviews

3361 Fehling Rd, Granite City · 7.79 miles

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“Great atmosphere with excellent service. I have been there for breakfast and dinner. The food is always good.”

13 Don's No Man's Land Tavern

4.7 Superb 20 Reviews

610 E St Louis Ave, East Alton · 2.9 miles

“1st of EVERY MONTH FRI AND SAT ONLY (check local listing hours due to the COVID pandemic) they have TACOS, CHIMICHANGA, TACO SALAD, and I'm missing the last item ..... Brain toot!HOWEVER ITS LIKE 2 DOLLARS PER DEEP FRIED TACO ETC.FRIENDLY, NEIGHBORHOOD BAR...”

14 Sue's Corner

4.7 Superb 19 Reviews

4222 Nameoki Rd, Granite City · 6.89 miles

“I was there for a few minutes. I’m not a drinker or someone you usually find at a bar but I love the hometown familiarity. Many people I grew up with were there. The owner is a fantastic, tough as nails, iconic type of woman. We need more business owners and entrepreneurs like her. I’ll write more when I have more to say! I believe Sue & her establishment deserve a full 5-star review.”

15 Ernie & Annie's Inc

4.5 Superb 51 Reviews

935 Niedringhaus Ave, Granite City · 9.77 miles

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“nice little tavern. great place to have a beer or two and even better place to eat at.”

16 Shortstop Bar & Grill

4.8 Superb 12 Reviews

317 E St Louis Ave, East Alton · 3.02 miles

“everything was regular everybody having fun... I only do 🎰🎰🎲🎲 the drinks was on point 👉🥃”

17 The Conservatory

4.5 Superb 39 Reviews

554 E Broadway, Alton · 5.87 miles

“I had one of the most liberating experiences for the first time I took the stage at the conservatory on an open stage , 10 min slot. So much fun on April 22. 2026. I believe and my hat goes off to the whole establishment and Scotty 2 Hottie sends out positivity and always in high spirits . awesome event every week. This is a must Alton check out if you’re passing through or if you need to are unaware of such activity try your luck at the conservatory !!!! Thank you. Y’all Sincerely, Bret Nolte Discipline the kid”

18 Slottys

4.8 Superb 11 Reviews

2016 State St, Alton · 7.65 miles

“Our family was in town for a wedding. Our youngest son turned 21. Slottys was very close to the place where we were staying. went there at midnight and not just the staff but all of the patrons were wonderful! Great place to hang out and a wonderful place to celebrate!”

19 Smokey Joe's

4.6 Superb 19 Reviews

3998 Lake St, Granite City · 7.2 miles

“nice small friendly place. great service. wish they had more food though”

20 Route 66 Kickstand Bar

4.6 Superb 19 Reviews

3121 W Chain of Rocks Rd Ste B, Granite City · 5.02 miles

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“Great Bartenders. Attentive and Fun like no other”

21 Second Last Chance Saloon

5.0 Superb 6 Reviews

101 Sinclair Ave, South Roxana · 1.77 miles

“Great place to stop after work”

22 Inn Between Tavern

4.4 Superb 64 Reviews

5200 Maryville Rd, Granite City · 5.34 miles

“Food was delicious and reasonable. Wheelchair assessable, inside is non smoking with a covered smoking area and plenty of seating. They also have pool tables and slot machines and free popcorn. One other thing their Hotwings are the bomb with their special sauce. Not to hot but hot enough to have one of their ice cold beers to wash it down and ready for another bite.”

23 Runway Lounge

4.6 Superb 12 Reviews

314 W Bethalto Dr, Bethalto · 5.46 miles

“Friendly people, great drinks, hard working bartender's,clean bathrooms and drinking area(s), love that smoking area is not FREEZING, you can actually enjoy a smoke! ....I'll be back again and recommend you to check the place out!”

24 Flock & Food Truck Park

4.7 Superb 117 Reviews

210 Ridge St, Alton · 5.75 miles

“Chef Travis is an amazing cook by far! We went once and he was sold out of the birria tacos, stopped by last night to catch the and ended up getting a special for the bourbon chicken he had. The sauce was so flavorful and the chicken was so tender. He shows us such great hospitality & is an amazing cook. We will continue to support him and his journey as long as we see that big space ship down there! 🤍🤍”

25 Hooch & Sixteen's

4.4 Superb 52 Reviews

1511 W Pontoon Rd, Granite City · 7.17 miles

“Their brunch buffet is amazing! Made to order eggs, pancakes and French toast come with it. Everything else is amazing too. Their potato skins remind me of Jack n the Box bacon cheddar potato wedges! Good prices too. We usually get carryout once a week from here for dinner.”

26 Chico's

4.4 Superb 51 Reviews

575 S 6th St, Wood River · 1.46 miles

“Had a great time Saturday night at Chicos Bar & Grill 😎 Special thanks to everyone who came out and to the owners and staff for having us! 💚🙏 They have great food here and the Cajun Catfish Bites were great! 👍💥 We have no further dates scheduled here but hope to return in 2026! 🎶☮️🎸”

27 Double00 Vodka

4.6 Superb 10 Reviews

1539 Madison Ave, Granite City · 10.08 miles

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“indoor horseshoes pool table slot machines jukebox”

28 Luna Café

4.4 Superb 32 Reviews

201 E Chain of Rocks Rd, Granite City · 4.95 miles

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“On Chain of Rocks Road, the original alignment of Route 66 towards the Mississippi River crossing, you'll find the historic Luna Cafè, a very well preserved bar, famous for being a hideout of mobster Al Capone and other prohibition-era gangsters.”

29 Ken's Lounge

4.4 Superb 32 Reviews

1539 E 20th St, Granite City · 9.67 miles

“Many years and many laughs at Ken's. The bartenders are always awesome, friendly atmosphere, pool tables, gaming, but the best part is the owner, she is top notch and always puts her customers first, like family.. My favorite bar in Granite City.”

30 CatDaddy's Tavern

4.4 Superb 32 Reviews

203 W 3rd St, Alton · 6.35 miles

“Love it here! Let's go alton and angel is doing a great job!”

31 Elgato Tavern

4.4 Superb 23 Reviews

1800 Delmar Ave, Granite City · 9.74 miles

“I have been frequenting El Gato’s since the fall of 2020. I mostly go in only on weekends because I enjoy karaoke and I have a blast. The bartenders are friendly and attentive… the karaoke DJ Doug is amazing. He definitely broke me out of my shell to where I’ll sing alone”

32 Kopp's Korner Too

4.4 Superb 18 Reviews

1369 Edwardsville Rd, Granite City · 10.21 miles

33 Bush Pilots

5.0 Superb 2 Reviews

1001 Union St, Alton · 5.8 miles

34 Corner Bar

4.4 Superb 17 Reviews

2 W Ferguson Ave, Wood River · 1.9 miles

“I bring all the ladies here”

35 Ruby's

4.4 Superb 11 Reviews

702 E Broadway, Alton · 5.74 miles

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“I never went to dart or ruby's but i know they are good service I've been in ruby's as a plumber .i dont pour my money in slots id rather play poker the real kind.i win at that that's right im a shark. With bad bite. be safe wear your mask.an please dont breath on me .like the song lean on me.funny”

36 Moose Lodge 951

4.4 Superb 10 Reviews

526 E Delmar Ave, Godfrey · 7.31 miles

“good group of people. we raise money for our senior and children home. senior one is in Florida and children's one is in upper Illinois”

37 Riverside Saloon

4.3 Superb 17 Reviews

2910 E Broadway, Alton · 4.42 miles

“I. go there all the time. nice bartenders. there. Great. and they take care of. there customers. fast amd. the. poker machines. they have there five. went. with. low amount of money and walk. away with over 2,000 I m one night. love the bar. and. I would recommend. it to anybody to go.”

38 Spectators Bar & Grill

4.2 Good 5 Reviews

Humbert Rd, Alton · 6.43 miles

“It's super clean and nostalgic. If you're looking for a fun outing or bowling or a place to meet up with some friends for some great Bar Style food selections....give this place a try. If you're always looking for a great salad, look no more, fresh, and will not disappoint!”

39 Pops Saloon

4.2 Good 6 Reviews

1043 Oakwood Ave, Alton · 6.89 miles

“Awesome place to hang out. No drama. Great people. Stop by and see for yourself”

40 Mike's Ten-Pin Lounge

4.2 Good 23 Reviews

18 E Broadway, Alton · 6.19 miles

“Everything about this place is good friendly bartenders ,food home cooked. The owner Mike Always makes you feel welcome, yep That's Mike theGreek . His parents owned it before him.”

41 Kopps Korner

4.0 Good 8 Reviews

838 E 7th St, Alton · 5.84 miles

“hey get some beer then walk upstairs and buy some meth from Scott and some others.”

42 B R Cavern

4.1 Good 13 Reviews

325 W St Louis Ave, East Alton · 3.38 miles

“everyone treats you like family.❤”

43 Little Four Tavern

4.0 Good 10 Reviews

311 N Shamrock St, East Alton · 3.59 miles

44 Paddy McD's bar and grill

4.1 Good 28 Reviews

5528 Maryville Rd, Granite City · 4.98 miles

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“great dive-bar atmosphere, great food, and cheap food/drinks. great service and great management”

45 Bojac's Inc

3.9 Good 13 Reviews

18 S 6th St, Wood River · 1.94 miles

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46 Alton Sports Tap

4.2 Good 181 Reviews

3812 College Ave, Alton · 5.3 miles

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“Good food, nice folks, great service!”

47 Bindy's

4.1 Good 36 Reviews

3705 Nameoki Rd, Granite City · 7.46 miles

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“I had a great time tonight. Such a friendly atmosphere and good hometown feel!”

48 Sparky's Bar & Grill

4.6 Superb 46 Reviews

1112 Madison St, South Roxana · 2.05 miles

“Always some very delicious food! The soups are amazing as well!”

49 Fast Eddie's Bon Air

4.2 Good 290 Reviews

1530 E 4th St, Alton · 5.19 miles

“Love Fast Eddie’s we always have a great time they have the coldest drinks, great service and food. Go for lunch!”

50 Woodstock Lounge

4.9 Superb 8 Reviews

638 E Broadway, Alton · 5.8 miles

“This is a perfect good ol'tavern. Exactly what I like if I go to have a drink. Bartender s are great, atmosphere is fun and friendly, it's a cheers for the motorcycle club and friends. Always a good time. Sam and Woody are not serving you it Missy, Michelle, or as they call Cheyenne " the new girl" you can't go wrong with any of the three. And if you are lucky enough to run into Elliot or some other regular faces, you have a great day ahead!”