The 10 Coolest Bars In Kingston
Thanks to its vibrant student population, Ontario’s ‘Limestone City,’ also known as Kingston, is home to some fantastic, lively bars. Here’s our pick of the 10 best places to head for a cold drink in Kingston.
The Brooklyn
The Brooklyn
The most popular place to head to on a Friday night is The Brooklyn, a cool spot tucked away just on the edge of the downtown core. The main draw here is the great selection of craft beer, predominantly sourced from local Ontario breweries. There is also live music and trivia nights on various evenings during the week. The crowd seems to be mainly composed of post-grad students from Queen’s University’s law faculty and there’s a friendly vibe, with a good number of tables large enough to accommodate big groups.
The Brooklyn, 14 Garrett Street, Kingston, ON, Canada
the Ale House, Kingston Ontario © Reuben Strayer/Flickr
The Ale House
Bar, Pub, Pub Grub
Tir Nan Og
Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub
Stone City Ales
Stone City Ales
If you’re a fan of local micro breweries, Stone City Ales is the place for you. With a lively, welcoming atmosphere, they also makes their own brews. The core line up of beers consists of four solid brews but there are also a range of specials that are released periodically for a limited period of time.
Stone City Ales, 275 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, Canada, +1 613 542 4222
Sir John’s Public House, Kingston Ontario © Doug Kerr/FlickrSir John’s Public House
Pub, Pub Grub
The Alibi
The Alibi
Describing itself as a ‘premier destination for craft beer’, The Alibi focuses on beer and signature cocktails in an atmospheric setting. Particularly popular on Wednesdays, when it hosts a trivia night, the place is perfect for relaxing with a group of friends, enjoying conversation or cracking into one of their well-loved board games. If you’re looking to expand your knowledge of beer it’s a great idea to ask the server’s for their personal recommendations.
The Alibi, 293 Princess Street, Kingston, ON, Canada, +1 613 767 1312
Kingston Downtown © Philip Lai/FlickrThe Mansion
Restaurant, American, Canadian
The Grad Club
Pub, Pub Grub
The Toucan
Pub, Irish, Pub Grub
The Brass Pub
Pub, Pub Grub
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