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Must-visit Bars in Carbondale
Callahan's Irish Pub is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

1. Callahan's Irish Pub

5.8
760 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, IL
Bar · 9 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: Specials everday...I like Sundays, Mondays, and Wednesdays :) Read more.

The Cellar is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

2. The Cellar

7.7
101 W Monroe St, Carbondale, IL
Bar · 8 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: One of the few places that's 21+. Different drink specials every month-there's something for everybody. No excuse not to check this place out. If nothing else, they're known for their Bloody Marys. :)

PK's is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

3. PK's

7.8
308 S Illinois Ave (at W. Walnut St.), Carbondale, IL
Dive Bar · 20 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: 1 of 3 current places still implementing the 21+ vibe. Check out this dive!

Pinch Penny Pub is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

4. Pinch Penny Pub

7.7
700 E Grand Ave, Carbondale, IL
Pub · 19 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: This place actually has decent bar food.

Stix Bar and Billiards is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

5. Stix Bar and Billiards

5.6
517 S Illinois Ave (at College St.), Carbondale, IL
Bar · 7 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: Fridays are $2 You Call Its. Can't beat it! Just don't expect top shelf liquors.

Hangar 9 is one of Must-visit Bars in Carbondale.

6. Hangar 9

7.5
511 S Illinois Ave, Carbondale, IL
Bar · 14 tips and reviews

Mahala L.Mahala Logue: Recently rebuilt from May 2009 storm disaster. 21+ vibe is a plus, but they are stingy on their alcohol.