Wichita · Sedgwick County, KS

Nightlife in Wichita

Scout analyzed 97 Wichita places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

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Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Old Town

3 matching spots

Delano

2 matching spots

East Front

1 matching spots

Fairmount

1 matching spots

Scout-verified spots

Delano

The Monarch

The Monarch is suitable for an evening meal or drinks, offering a relaxed but upscale bar and New American dining experience. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Prost

Prost is a German restaurant suitable for a relaxed meal with friends, family, or a date, often pairing well with a local brewery visit or an evening stroll. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $20-$40 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

WAVE

WAVE is a lively spot for an evening out, combining live music, food, and drinks. Plan for a 3-4 hour visit and expect to spend $30-$75 per person on average.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

East Front

Harry's Uptown Bar & Grill

Harry's Uptown Bar & Grill is a relaxed spot for familiar bar food and cocktails, good for a casual evening out. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and around $15-40 per person, especially if utilizing the outdoor seating.

FoodCocktailsSports

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Fairmount

Kirby's

Kirby's is a bar and live music venue, ideal for an evening out with friends or a date. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $15-40 per person on drinks.

CocktailsLive musicRelaxed

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Delano

Wichita Brewing Co. & Pizzeria

This brewpub is good for a casual meal with pizza and beer, suitable for families or a relaxed outing with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Humidor Cocktail Lounge

This is a good spot for a relaxed evening drink, especially for those who enjoy cigars. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-75 per person on drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

John Barleycorn's

John Barleycorn's is a lively bar best for an evening out with friends or a date, featuring live music, comedy, and games. Expect to spend $10-30 per person for drinks and some food over 1.5 to 2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$10–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Headshots Arcade Bar & Grill

Headshots Arcade Bar & Grill is good for a playful evening out with friends or a casual date, combining drinks, food, and arcade games. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Old Town

Brickyard

Brickyard is good for an evening of live music and drinks, potentially after dinner in the area. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-75 per person on drinks and maybe some casual food.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Dockum

Dockum is a speakeasy-style bar good for an evening drink, often paired with dinner nearby. Expect to spend 90 minutes and $30-75 per person on drinks and possibly light food.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Town

Mort’s Martini and Cigar Bar

Mort's is a classic martini and cigar bar, best for an evening out after dinner or as a standalone destination for live music. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here, with costs around $30-75 per person depending on drinks and snacks.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Old Town

Rock Island Live

Rock Island Live is a good spot for an evening out, especially if looking for live music and drinks. Plan to spend around $20-50 per person on drinks and cover if applicable, and expect a visit of 2-3 hours.

CocktailsLive musicSocial

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking