Entertainment and Alcohol in Park City

By: Blake Provo


Contrary to what you may have heard, there is an active nightlife in the Deer Valley area. Actually, the Deer Valley/Park City area has more alcoholic beverage businesses per capita than any other place in Utah. There are a few things to know about Utah�s liquor laws if you plan to drink here. A number of establishments that provide alcohol are �private clubs.� Visitors can buy an low-cost membership that can be used for three weeks at that establishment. This allows admission and consumption of alcohol during your time there. So, technicalities aside, there are plenty of places where you can find a good drink, listen to live entertainment, and dance; if that's in your vacation plans.

To find the nicest assortment of clubs and pubs, you should go to Park City�s historic district. If you wish to enjoy live-entertainment check out the Spur Bar and Grill on Main Street. There is no smoking in here. Even though it is cowboy themed, it is very comfortable instead of rustic inside. Spur�s sister location is at 350 S. Main. Their Jupiter Cosmopolitan was voted in 2005 as Park City�s signature drink. Another place offering music in the form of jazz, funk or acoustic is Mother Urban�s Ratskeller. It is well-known for their burritos and great selection of bottled beers.

During the 2002 Winter Olympics, celebrities flocked to Harry O�s. This is a hip dance club with live bands or a DJ. �Club dress� is required and lines are to be expected. Futhermore, expect a heavier membership fee at this extremely popular hangout. Another spot to dance is Cisero�s. This place is a packed dance club on one floor and a fine dining establishment on the other.

Further bars of interest are O�Shuck�s and No Name Saloon. O�Shuck�s is named for the oysters they serve by the dozen. This place is little and brings a crowd�especially locals. Tuesday nights offer $3 giant beers and hamburgers. Right next door is the No Name Saloon which provides live music and a fun atmosphere. Other places to eat and drink are Bandit�s Bar and Grill and Wasatch Brewing Company. Bandit�s is a laid-back bar offering barbecue and steak fries. Wasatch Brewing Company provides casual dining and local brews as well.

You won�t have to travel very far to find a trendy, nighttime hangout in this area. Whether you want a traditional pub, a more romantic �date� bar, or a rowdy dance club; there are many options. Any time of the year you will be able to locate a drinking establishment that fits your mood and budget.


Blake Provo enjoys writing for Blooming Resort Rentals which provides Deer Valley lodging options for area visitors. See also the Park City Ski Lounge website they sponsor.