Paterson

Paterson, home to the Great Falls of the Passaic River and one of the country's earliest planned industrial cities, has a dense bar scene to match its history - BarFinder lists 63 venues, led by bars and a strong mix of lounges, sports bars, and nightclubs. Local spots like Mancora Lounge and El Cabaret reflect the city's large Latino community, while neighborhood taverns like 5th Ave Tavern keep a more old-school character alive. It's a varied, neighborhood-driven scene across one of New Jersey's most historic cities.