Where are the Best Dive Bars in Edmonton?

As the second largest city in Alberta, Edmonton is home to a number of dive bars. Some are not worth mentioning at all, while other are so incredible, you may not even think of them as a dive. Here are some of the top dive bars found throughout Edmonton.

Garneau Pub

This isn't the traditional pub, but it is worth visiting. This small-town pub provides plenty of great drinks and an atmosphere perfect for meeting up with friends. They make many signature drinks and have some excellent pizza to enjoy, as well.

Cook County Saloon

If you love country music this is the place for you. It's been voted as the Country Music Club of the Year in Canada ten times by the Canadian Country Music Association. Every Saturday and Sunday, students can get in before 10pm for free. Sundays also bring the Two-stepping challenge to the bar, which is fun to watch and be a part of.

B Street Bar Wood-Oven Pizza

As a restaurant and dive bar "B" Street is a great choice for a night out. The bar food is very good and the bar provides pool tables, along with plenty of fun. You can access free Wi-Fi here and enjoy live blues music throughout the week, as well. B Street was named as the best karaoke bar of the year, too.

Hilltop Pub - 8220 106 Ave NW

Being an Edmonton staple since 1978, The Hilltop Pub will likely become a local landmark someday and is by far one of the most popular and friendly dive bars in the community. There’s no glitz and glamour concerning the interiors, but what the pub lacks in style it makes up for in food, service, entertainment and cold beer.

The food lends towards the inexpensive side—as any dive bar does—but it comes out hot and fresh and is served with a smile. Local favorites at Hilltop Pub include the freshly shaped burgers and crispy fries in addition to the Philly cheese steak and their pizzas. Another perk about visiting this top dive bar in Edmonton is that they have live entertainment regularly featuring new and upcoming local acts.

Kelly's Pub

A pub with plenty of events, drinks and sports Kelly's pub is a great choice for locals. This bar provides sports on TV all day long, along with transportation to all Eskimos games on the "Cheese Wagon."

All of these dive bars are top choices for those living in Edmonton. The locals love this top spots and many new residents can find their new hometown pub by visiting the choices listed above.