Six Must-See Biker Bars In The United States

One of the perks of motorcycle ownership is joining the rich, decades-long culture that has arisen around it. From the black leather jackets to the customized choppers and other bikes that cruise down America’s highways, motorcycling is truly a world of its own. A very popular part of that culture is biker bars, which have cropped up all over the United States as more and more people become motorcyclists. Some of these bars are brand-new, while others have a long legacy stemming back to the 1930s.

Whether you live near one of these bars or just passing through town, you’ll want to check out some of the most iconic biker bars in the contiguous 48 states. Abernathy’s Cycles has drawn up this list of must-see biker bars to give you some ideas for your next motorcycling adventure! Pay us a visit at our showroom to share your travel stories with us! We proudly serve those in Memphis, Nashville, and Union City, Tennessee.

Full Throttle Saloon & Campground (Sturgis, South Dakota)

One of the most popular and largest biker bars in the country is the Full Throttle. After 17 years of building a massive fanbase and hosting thousands of bikers, the bar burned down in 2015. But it has risen from the ashes to become a Mecca for motorcyclists once more. The bar has a campground for trailers in addition to several cabins that visitors can rent, shops, a huge stage for concerts and multiple events throughout the year. The Full Throttle sees a lot of traffic during the ten-day Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which takes place every August.

Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon (Oakland, California)

This is one of America’s best-preserved bars from the 19th century, making it a historic tourist destination. Opened in 1883 and located in Jack London Square, this Old West-themed bar has been in operation for over a century. Visitors can view relics and antiques from the saloon’s long history while enjoying a full food and drink menu.

The Hideaway Grill (Cave Creek, Arizona)

Open 365 days a year, this motorcycle-friendly bar in the Sonoran Desert is an oasis for bikers riding near Phoenix or who want to take a detour south from Historic Route 66. The bar, opened in 1998, attracts custom motorcycle builders and motorcycling personalities from all over the country and offers nightly specials and frequent events. Its sister location is the Roadhouse, just a bit down the road.

Neumann’s Bar (St. Paul, Minnesota)

This bar, opened in 1887, offers a taste of Minnesota history with its vintage car nights and access to its former speakeasy upstairs. The speakeasy was opened during the Prohibition era as a means of keeping the business going. In 1930, the bar installed a small frog pond at the front window which still stands today! Neumann’s has an events calendar and a full menu and they gladly welcome motorcyclists coming through the Twin Cities!

Pat’s Roadhouse (Muskegon, Michigan)

This classic biker bar not only has a full menu of burgers, fries, catfish and chips and inferno wings, but they also offer breakfast between the hours of 7 and 11 AM for you early risers! A patio bonfire, billiards and keno make it a fun place to get some food and relax after a long ride.

The Scurvy Dog (Providence, Rhode Island)

This bar is open 365 days a year and offers an extremely extensive liquor and beer selection, as well as a punk vibe. A scenic outdoor beer garden overlooks Olneyville and the bar hosts a number of events as well, including concerts. They offer a full food menu of burgers, grilled cheese, stew, chili, nachos and more.

Think you’ve seen a place we could add to our list? Come by Abernathy’s Cycles to chat with our friendly staff and check out our wide selection of new and used motorcycles for sale. After all, you’ll need a way to get to one of these great destinations! We proudly serve those in Memphis, Nashville, and Union City, Tennessee.