Must-see nightlife in New Brunswick

  • The Muse

    New Brunswick

    If you're feeling drinky in the afternoon, come here for cool cocktails or coffee alongside bagels and gourmet cream cheese with muddled raspberry or…

  • Rouge

    Saint John

    Hands down the best coffee in town, if not the province. If your curiosity peaks, you can also try elderflower mimosa, pink lemonade or a variety of cold…

  • Something's Brewing

    New Brunswick

    Down by the water, this tiny cafe-bar is dynamite. Grab a spot on the big deck for morning coffee or afternoon cocktails, wine and New Brunswick beer. The…

  • The Furnace Room

    New Brunswick

    In an alley behind the Capitol Theatre, this leafy patio with big wooden barrel tables and strings of lights is a lovely place to while away an evening…

  • Holy Whale Brewery

    New Brunswick

    Housed in a converted church, this lively brewery is making a name for itself across the Maritimes. The punchy Devil's Half Acre IPA and creamy Medusa…

  • Graystone Brewing

    New Brunswick

    Somewhat industrial with a hopping street patio, the cool cats hang out here to sip on Graystone and other local brews. Although still in its infancy, the…

  • Picaroons

    Saint John

    With a mothership in Fredericton, this cool brewery creates six beers on-site. With a long wooden table wound around the room and additional barrel tables…

  • Red Rover Craft Cider

    New Brunswick

    This convivial ciderhouse serves craft brews made by New Brunswick's original (and very passionate) cider producers. Try all four on tap with a short…

  • Tide & Boar

    New Brunswick

    A classy gastropub that serves it's own and other local beer, plus wines and fancy cocktails. When its smoker is going, order brisket, ribs, pulled pork…

  • Saint James' Gate

    New Brunswick

    An upmarket tavern with a hum that reverberates off the dark wooden beams of its interior. The bar is a friendly place to prop yourself up, while a small…

  • Pump House

    New Brunswick

    At the laid-back Pump House, duck into a booth and devour a good burger, fish-and-chips or wood-fired pizza. Beers brewed here are understandably popular;…

  • The Capital Complex

    New Brunswick

    A series of balconies, floors, clubs, bars and venues, this complex is where it's at on summer nights. Whether you're into beer, cocktails, live comedy or…

  • Happinez Wine Bar

    Saint John

    If you want a break from beer, duck into this intimate little wine bar. The list is mainly international, and while cellar wines by the bottle come with a…

  • Sussex Ale Works

    New Brunswick

    The epitome of microbreweries, this tiny place brews four tasty beers including the Sussexy Blonde and the Milk Stout. Sip them alongside corn popped on…

  • Big Tide Brewing Company

    Saint John

    This subterranean brewpub is a local hangout and a cozy spot for a pint (try the Confederation Cream Ale or the Whistlepig Stout). They have five beers on…

  • Honeybeans

    New Brunswick

    Watch life wander by from the sidewalk tables of this cafe serving good espressos, fresh-pressed orange juice and backed treats.

  • Shiretown Pub

    New Brunswick

    On the ground floor of a delightfully creaky inn, this extremely old-school pub draws a mixed-age crowd of partiers. Early afternoons mean sipping New…

  • The Clubhouse

    New Brunswick

    Why would you drive all the way out here for a drink? For the gob-smacking views, of course. Relax on the patio or sink into a leather seat by the window.

  • Waterside Winery

    New Brunswick

    Taste-test wine made from local fruit like cranberries, rhubarb and wild blueberries – it's surprisingly dry.

  • Java Moose

    Saint John

    This popular cafe offers a decent caffeine fix.

  • Lunar Rogue Pub

    New Brunswick

    This locals' joint has a fine assortment of single malts, part of the 500-plus whiskey collection. The street-side patio is popular but there's a bit of a…

  • Britt's Pub & Eatery

    Saint John

    With 24 beer on tap and a standard pub menu, this place is trying for Britishness. Thankfully the beer is not warm. The interesting artworks within pay…

  • Red Herring Pub

    New Brunswick

    A divey downtown watering hole with pool tables, live music and frosty Canadian beers.

  • O'Leary's

    Saint John

    Shoot the breeze with local barflies at this divey but friendly downtown institution.

  • Boom! Nightclub

    New Brunswick

    A gay bar and dance club welcoming folks of all stripes.