50 Best Bars near Wood River

Chico's Bar • $
575 S 6th St, Wood River

Customers` Favorites

1 3 Cheeseburger
Onion Rings

“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! 🎶☮️🎸“

4.4 Superb42 Reviews
Corner Bar Bar • $
2 W Ferguson Ave, Wood River

“I bring all the ladies here“

4.4 Superb19 Reviews
Bojac's Inc Bar • $
18 S 6th St, Wood River
3.6 Good16 Reviews
Refinery Bar & Grill Bar • $
225 E Edwardsville Rd, Wood River

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Strips and Fries
Burger and Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Sampler Platter
Chicken Tacos
Fried Tacos
Wings

“We had lunch today at The Refinery Bar & Grill and thoroughly enjoyed our meal, as well as the atmosphere. The waitress was pleasant and the food came out promptly. It was our first visit because we don’t live in the area, but we’ll spread the word and visit again when we return to the area to see family. ?“

3.8 Good49 Reviews
Riverbend Axe Throwing - East Alton Bar • $$
205 Eastgate Plaza, East Alton - 1.66 miles

“Clean, easy to use scoring pad with a bunch of games to choose from. Excellent experience.“

5 Superb207 Reviews
Doit's Village Inn Bar • $
4015 Pontoon Rd, Granite City - 9.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pepper Jack Chicken Sandwich
Blue Moon Belgian White
Jack Daniels
Jose Cuervo
Tacos

“good food and fun great people and bartender“

4.7 Superb59 Reviews
Samm's Last Chance Saloon Bar • $
1013 N Main St, Edwardsville - 7.8 miles

“Had a great time Friday night at our our debut in Edwardsville Illinois at The Corner Tavern 💥 Special thanks to everyone who came out and to the owners and staff for having us! 🤘☮️🎶😊 We really enjoyed making new friends here too! 💚 We have no further dates scheduled here but hope to return soon! 🎶🥁🎶“

4.8 Superb33 Reviews
The Cabin At Judy Creek Bar • $
3730 S State Rte 157, Glen Carbon - 9.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

BBQ Tri Tip Sandwich
Tri Tip Ceaser Salad
Bacon Fat Popcorn
Pork Cuban Panini
Smoked Tri Tip
Soup of the Day
Smoked Turkey
J P

“The Cabin at Judy Creek is one of those places that just *feels right* the moment you walk in. Whether you are heading out for a laid-back date night, catching up with friends, or just want a chill spot to grab a drink after work, this place nails it.

First off, the vibe is awesome. The building has a cozy, rustic look with tons of warm wood and soft lighting. Its big enough to feel lively but still has that tucked-away, hidden gem feel. If the weathers good, grab a table outside the patio is beautiful and perfect for a long evening of hanging out.

The food? Totally hits the spot. Their smoked meats and sandwiches are next-level, and the sides arent just filler everything is fresh and full of flavor. The appetizers are great for sharing (bacon-fat popcorn is a must-try), and the entrees come in generous portions thatll actually fill you up.

Drinks are another win. They keep a solid craft beer list and pour some excellent cocktails. The bartenders know their stuff and are happy to help you find something new.

And the staff ties it all together friendly, quick, and genuinely happy to have you there.

Bottom line: great food, great drinks, great people. Five stars, no question The Cabin is the kind of place youll keep coming back to.“

4.6 Superb84 Reviews
Town Club Bar & Grill Bar • $
2400 E Broadway, Alton - 3.49 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger & Fries
Country Fried Steak
Fried Mushrooms
Ribeye Sandwich
French Fries
Greek Pizza

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

4.6 Superb62 Reviews
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Lyle's

Lyle's Bar • $
6204 E Main St, Maryville - 12.21 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burgers

“Spent a night after work here with a wonderful bartender “Nicole” made my drinks well and had wonderful conversation. Definitely suggest this bar (hope she is your bartender too) will be back💯“

4.7 Superb34 Reviews
Sue's Corner Bar • $
4222 Nameoki Rd, Granite City - 8.77 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.“

4.8 Superb23 Reviews
Shortstop Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $
317 E St Louis Ave, East Alton - 1.13 miles

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

4.9 Superb18 Reviews
Schlemer's Lounge Bar • $
109 W MacArthur Dr, Cottage Hills - 3.24 miles

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

4.7 Superb28 Reviews
Runway Lounge Bar • $
314 W Bethalto Dr, Bethalto - 3.99 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!“

4.9 Superb15 Reviews
Sonny's Wedge Bar • $
901 W Delmar Ave, Alton - 6.78 miles

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

4.9 Superb14 Reviews
Don's No Man's Land Tavern Bar • $
610 E St Louis Ave, East Alton - 0.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Taco

“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...“

4.7 Superb22 Reviews
Inn Between Tavern Bar • $
5200 Maryville Rd, Granite City - 7.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger
Mozzarella Sticks
12 Hot Wings Togo
Chicken Tenders 5
Jalapeno Poppers
Fried Mushrooms
Mini Burritos
Onion Rings
Eggrolls
Dive Bar

“I've only been a few times but seems to be a fun and inclusive place to meet some interesting characters and play pool.

Oh and I'm sure other reviews have mentioned it but THE WINGS. Do not sleep on the wings their buffalo sauce is chefs kiss 😘

Edit: all the bartenders I have met have treated me with respect despite my weirdness, my kind of place“

4.5 Superb57 Reviews
The Conservatory Bar • $
554 E Broadway, Alton - 4.73 miles

“the BEST pickle shots i've ever had anywhere, and i've had MANY pickle shots from MANY different places. 10/10 recommend 😩“

4.5 Superb53 Reviews
Firehouse Bar • $
314 State St, Alton - 5.33 miles

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

4.6 Superb22 Reviews
Bush Pilots Bar • $
1001 Union St, Alton - 4.51 miles
5 Superb8 Reviews
Cat Daddy's Tavern Bar • $
203 W 3rd St, Alton - 5.27 miles

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

4.5 Superb33 Reviews
Manhattan's Socialhouse Cafe • $
3361 Fehling Rd, Granite City - 9.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Budweiser Bud Light Bud Select Coor's Light
Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon
Strawberry
Chef Jon
Fudge

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

4.4 Superb70 Reviews
Hooch & Sixteen's Bar • $
1511 W Pontoon Rd, Granite City - 9.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lasagna WL Garlic Bread-Salad
NY Steak Sandwich Wirf
Pork Tenderloin w FF
Beef and Noodles
Mashed Potatoes
Country Fried
Chili Dog wlff
Cheeseburger
Onion Rings
Carrot Cake

“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.“

4.4 Superb56 Reviews
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Ruby's

Ruby's Bar • $
702 E Broadway, Alton - 4.58 miles

“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“

4.5 Superb16 Reviews
Second Last Chance Saloon Bar • $
101 Sinclair Ave, South Roxana - 2.71 miles
5 Superb4 Reviews
Riverside Saloon Bar • $
2910 E Broadway, Alton - 2.92 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.“

4.4 Superb33 Reviews
Mike's Ten-Pin Lounge Bar • $
18 E Broadway, Alton - 5.1 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.“

4.4 Superb27 Reviews
Smokey Joe's Bar • $
3998 Lake St, Granite City - 9.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Butch's Sausage Cheese Pepperoni Pizza
Tombstone Pepperoni Sausage Pizza's
Butch's 3 Meat Special Pizza
Butch's Super Supreme Pizza
Tombstone 4 Meat Pizza's
Chips Pork Skins Popcorn
Football Sunday Spread
Hot Dog's

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

4.4 Superb25 Reviews
Dugout Lounge Bar • $
99 S 9th St, East Alton - 1.83 miles
4.8 Superb4 Reviews
Little Four Tavern Bar • $
311 N Shamrock St, East Alton - 1.74 miles
4.4 Superb10 Reviews
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Bindy's

Bindy's Bar • $
3705 Nameoki Rd, Granite City - 9.33 miles

“Great Food, Awesome Staff, and some really cool and funny people.“

4.3 Superb43 Reviews
Paddy McD's bar and grill Bar • $
5528 Maryville Rd, Granite City - 6.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger & Home Cut Fries
Mozzarella Cheesesticks
Toasted Ravioli
Fried Pickles
Tacos

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

4.3 Superb36 Reviews
Chez Marilyn American • $
119 W 3rd St, Alton - 5.25 miles

“We really enjoyed our visit here. The food and drinks were really good and well prepared. The service was also impeccable, big shout to Lisa, our bartender! She was great and did an excellent job on the drinks. We will definitely be back next time we're in the area to try the entrées. We had the goat cheese appetizer on our visit. It was delicious!“

4.3 Superb15 Reviews
Pops Saloon Bar • $
1043 Oakwood Ave, Alton - 5.34 miles

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

4.3 Superb7 Reviews
Spectators Bar & Grill Bar •
Humbert Rd, Alton - 4.75 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!“

4.2 Good5 Reviews
B R Cavern Bar • $
325 W St Louis Ave, East Alton - 1.57 miles

“everyone treats you like family.❤“

4.2 Good18 Reviews
Luna Cafe Bar • $
201 E Chain of Rocks Rd, Granite City - 6.87 miles

“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.“

4.2 Good36 Reviews
Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co. Brunch • $
1071 S State Rte 157, Edwardsville - 8.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Nashville Hot Sticky and Sweet
Country Fried Steak and Eggs
Nothing Wrong with Veggies
Swimming Upstream Frittata
Side XL Biscuits & Gravy
Plot Twist French Toast
Morning Sunshine Pot Pie
Pomegranate Sunrise
Chicken and Waffles
Breakfast Potatoes

“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!!“

4.7 Superb440 Reviews
R & L Sports Bar Bar • $
525 E St Louis Ave, East Alton - 1.02 miles
4.1 Good22 Reviews
Alton Sports Tap Bar • $
3812 College Ave, Alton - 3.51 miles

Customers` Favorites

Renegades Only 5 Wings and String Fries
Trashed Wings and Fries
Nashville Hot Chicken
Heaterz Smash Burger
Side of Waffle Fries
Side of Onion Rings
Philly Cheese Steak
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Tenders

“Good food, nice folks, great service!“

4.2 Good170 Reviews
Moose Lodge 951 Bar • $
526 E Delmar Ave, Godfrey - 5.7 miles

“there are a lot of nice moose Lodges in our area,but Alton Moose Lodge has an inviting and welcoming atmosphere and we have the most amazing volunteers stepping up to make that happen. I recommend you come check it out! you'll find out calender of events on our page. Come see us we would love to show you our amazing lodge“

3.9 Good11 Reviews
Fast Eddie's Bon Air Bar • $
1530 E 4th St, Alton - 3.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burger Fries \u0026 Chick on a Stick
Pork Kabob and Big Elwood on a Stick
Chicken on a Stick Shrimp Cocktail
Burger Fries & Chick on a Stick
Hot Chick on a Stick and Fries
Fat Eddie Burger and Fries
Cheese Burger and Fries
Brats Burgers and Fries
1 2lb Fat Eddie Burger
Big Elwood and Fries

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

4.2 Good249 Reviews
Kopps Korner Bar • $
838 E 7th St, Alton - 4.59 miles

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

3.9 Good14 Reviews
Tegan’s Pub House Bar • $
3801 Nameoki Rd #5, Granite City - 9.23 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Breast Sandwich
Grilled Cheese Fries
Pulled Pork Nachos
Cheese Sticks
Hamburger

“Had a great time Friday night at Tegans Pub House seeing our friends and making new ones! 🎶☮️🤘 Special thanks to everyone who came out and to the owners and staff for having us! 💚🙏😊 Nice big venue with great pizza! 🍕👍 We have no further dates scheduled here but hope to return soon! 💥“

4.1 Good51 Reviews
Danny's Lounge Bar • $$
118 W 4th St, Alton - 5.27 miles

“Been here several times it either packed and exciting or its pretty empty.. but either way nice place to go have a few and chill out.“

4 Good33 Reviews
Beer Barrel Pub Bar • $$
7205 Montclaire Ave, Godfrey - 9.05 miles

“OMG, this place is a breath of fresh air. With all of the hole in the wall bars in the area with crap service and a horrible selection behind the bar, this place breaks the mold.
Michelle was an amazing barkeep, the atmosphere was lively amd the pool and dart boards kept the evening alive. For the first time in along time, last call was a dreaded call. I am surprised that a local bar actually had me wanting to stay later. Of you aren't from around here, let this place impress you. If you are from around here, give the Barrel another try. This place is definitely a must visit.“

3.9 Good30 Reviews
Flock & Food Truck Park Food Court • $
210 Ridge St, Alton - 4.61 miles

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheese Steak

“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! 🤍🤍“

4.7 Superb109 Reviews
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Sparkys

Sparkys Bar & Grill • $
1112 Madison St, South Roxana - 2.89 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hamburger with Tater Tots
Pepper Cheese Bites
Homemade Pub Chips
Jalapeno Poppers
Onion Rings
House Salad
blt
Mac

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

4.6 Superb56 Reviews
R.J.’s Place Bar & Grill • $
418 N Delmar Ave, Hartford - 1.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Hot Ham and Cheese
Double Cheeseburger
Hamburger

“amazing! what a great addition to the neighborhood“

4.7 Superb31 Reviews
Castelli's Restaurant at 255 American • $
3400 Fosterburg Rd, Alton - 4.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

Famous Talk-N-Chic Fried Chicken Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes Delivery: No Curbside pickup: No
Kluck'n Chicken 6 Piece All White Meat 4 Breasts 2 Wings
2 Pieces Famous Talk-N-Chic Fried Chicken
Chicken and Hash Browns
Chicken Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken Livers
Side of White Gravy
Chicken Fried Steak
Prime Rib Sandwich
Fettuccine Alfredo

“Had a large party with short notice today and they accommodated us with no issues. Josie our waitress was one of the best servers we have had in a long time.“

4.4 Superb203 Reviews

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