Must-see nightlife in Florida Panhandle

  • Idyll Hounds Brewery

    Gulf Coast

    Playfully named beers like the Ghost Crab Pilsna' or the Man O' Wheat belie the excellent brew, whether in a can, bottle, or draft. The taproom is a great…

  • Flora-Bama Lounge, Package and Oyster Bar

    Gulf Coast

    This legendary bar and roadhouse just east of the state line hosts the annual mullet toss and Polar Bear Dip (a New Year's dip in the cold sea – comes…

  • Craft Bar

    Gulf Coast

    Head to this anti-PCB choice to trade pirate-themed camp and beach blanket anarchy for 30 thoughtfully sourced microbrews on tap, plus craft cocktails and…

  • McGuire's Irish Pub

    Gulf Coast

    This ginormous Irish theme park of a pub gets rowdy around 9pm and is super popular at dinner time: the pub grub is top-notch. Don't try to pay for your…

  • Roundup

    Gulf Coast

    For those who like their men manly, check out this niche-y, neighborhood hangout with a killer furry-friendly patio. Ladies are welcome, but cowboys,…

  • Cabaret

    Gulf Coast

    A funky interior and a vibe that ranges from trivia nights to drag shows is the defining experience at this friendly 'gayborhood' bar, a Pensacola gem…

  • Waterworks

    Florida Panhandle

    This popular, gay-friendly place in midtown has a Polynesian tiki-bar theme, and packs 'em in with nights of live jazz and Latin salsa as well as rotating…

  • Props Craft Brewery

    Gulf Coast

    A friendly, unassuming spot to down a cold, locally brewed craft beer, check out sports on the big screen or hang in the beer garden to mingle with locals.

  • Elbow Room

    Gulf Coast

    Although it doesn't have much external visual appeal, this funky, dark, retro dive bar in suburban Pensacola houses a whole world of fun and a mellow vibe.

  • Madison Social

    Florida Panhandle

    Never mind the trend of flipping former transmission shops into hip, retro locales, this trendy hot spot was built to look that way from the get go. It…

  • Bowery Station

    Gulf Coast

    Bowery Station looks like the epitome of a Florida fisherman's bar: dusty shelves, mariners supply accoutrements, guys who look like ZZ Top stumbling in…

  • Lookout Lounge

    Gulf Coast

    You can listen to live music nightly inside or on the poop deck at the Lookout Lounge, or just enjoy a cold one as the sun slides beneath the horizon…

  • Fermentation Lounge

    Florida Panhandle

    Sandwiched between the universities, this cool little bar packs a punch: with a chilled vibe attracting an unusual mix of punters from all walks of life…

  • Bamboo Willie's

    Gulf Coast

    An open-air bar right on the boardwalk in Pensacola Beach, this is the spot to get twisted in a variety of ways, with signature frozen cocktails from the…

  • Oyster City Brewing Company

    Gulf Coast

    Take a little tour of this energetic microbrewery, sip on their three excellent beers, and then slurp down some of those raw oysters the place is named…

  • Seville Quarter

    Gulf Coast

    Taking up an entire city block, this monster of an entertainment complex contains seven separate eating, drinking and music venues, along with HG Wells…

  • Sidelines Sports Bar

    Gulf Coast

    This popular almost-beachfront sports bar heaves during spring break. During the rest of the year it's a little less rowdy (barring some busy weekends),…

  • Toucan's

    Gulf Coast

    There's something for everyone at Toucan's, a beachfront sports bar, tiki bar and seafood grill. Best of all, the killer sunsets are free and go down…

  • Tootsie's Orchid Lounge

    Gulf Coast

    It lacks the dusty character of the Nashville original, but the nonstop live country music is still plenty boot-stompin' for y'all. Closes about a half…

  • AJ's Club Bimini

    Gulf Coast

    This tiki palace is dedicated to boozy good times, with multiple tiers of dining and dancing. The bar also arranges daily sunset cruises on its luxury…