Joplin's Favorite Nightspot

Pour yourself
into the
conversation.

Handcrafted cocktails, curated playlists, and the kind of atmosphere that turns a Tuesday into a story you'll tell for months.

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5★

Local favorite

Consistently rated the best cocktail lounge in Joplin.

30+

Signature cocktails

Every drink tells a story — from smoky old fashioneds to floral gin fizz creations.

Live music

Thursday–Saturday nights featuring local and touring artists.

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Rumors Cocktail Lounge interior with warm lighting

Est. Joplin, MO

Our Story

A place where
every pour starts
a rumor.

Tucked on West 7th Street, Rumors Cocktail Lounge was born from a simple belief: the best nights begin with a perfectly made drink and the right company.

Our bartenders are storytellers — mixing generations of technique with bold, local-inspired creativity. Whether you're celebrating, unwinding, or just looking for the kind of place where strangers become regulars, this is your table.

Years serving Joplin

100%

Handcrafted, never rushed

The Menu

Drinks that
demand attention.

From smoky mezcal classics to our house-signature creations, every cocktail is built to impress.

The Classics

Reimagined old fashioneds, martini flights, and the perfect negroni — every staple, elevated.

House Signatures

Bold, unexpected combinations crafted by our resident mixologists — the ones everyone asks about.

Wine & Spirits

Carefully selected wines and premium spirits for the discerning palate — by the glass or bottle.

See the full menu at the bar

The Experience

More than a drink.
An occasion.

Whether it's a low-key Wednesday with friends or a Saturday night out, Rumors sets the stage. Intimate lighting, a thoughtfully curated playlist, and a bar team that remembers your name.

Live Music Nights

Thursday through Saturday — local bands, DJs, and the occasional surprise set.

Private Events

Birthdays, date nights, after-work gatherings — we'll make it yours.

Happy Hour

Weekday specials that make the after-work ritual worth looking forward to.

Hours & Location

When to
stop by.

Opening Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday – Wednesday 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Thursday 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Friday 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Saturday 2:00 PM – 1:00 AM

Sunday 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Find Us

1825 W 7th St

Joplin, MO 64801-3000

(417) 553-0893

rumorsjoplin@att.net

Get in Touch

Come say
hello.

Got a question, want to book a private event, or just want to know what's happening this week? Drop us a line — we read every message.

(417) 553-0893

rumorsjoplin@att.net

1825 W 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801

Pour yourself into the conversation.

A place where every pour starts a rumor.

Drinks that demand attention.