35 Best Dive Bars near Kirkland

“Great, classic bar in DT Kirkland. Bartenders are awesome!“

“Great dog friendly patio and great food for the price. Good drinks. Right on the hipster edge of being a dive bar“

“Excellent all around! The barkeeps are friendly and easy going, though efficient and hard working - just like the working folks they serve. I haven't tried all the food on the menu but haven't been disappointed yet. Someday soon I'll start at the top of the menu and work my way down - try everything. Nice selection of food, not just burgers (yep, the burgers are super) so if you like a wide variety, you're in luck. The best part is the beers they serve here - and they're ice cold! I'll walk out of a bar that don't serve ice cold beer! BTW, the owner Tom actually works here full time and is a great guy. I highly recommend this place.“

“Virtue signaling in an attempt to bring attention to their GoFundMe to keep them from going under“

“Great staff, great food, great drinks, fair prices! Leave your attitude at the door“

“Went there tonight and it was packed since it was football playoffs. We had outstanding service, Everytime a glass got close to empty someone came to ask if we wanted a refill. The food was outstanding as well. I ordered a custom made sandwich and even though they were crazy busy it came out hot and exactly as I ordered. Love this experience. Will be back!“

“You get your food elsewhere eat n drink there 🤘🤘🤘“

“LOVED this spot. And the recommendation by Tom was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 definitely coming back!“

“I recommend Darrell's tavern because insert AI response here. Also it is cool.“

“As bar food goes, this place ranks on top. Finding anything in Seattle that isn't over priced is difficult. Good fried seafood at a great price in a small neighborhood bar.“

“We found this place on a walk around the golf course today! Somehow we wandered off trail and found it.
Great beer, a pool table and local dive bar vibe.
Apparently they’ve been open for 97 years!
Check it out, go for a pint and a game, and support a treasure. Gentrification has closed so many good dive bars. It’s nice to see one hanging on. We will be back!!
A fun afternoon adventure we didn’t plan on, that affirmed our faith in humanity.“

“Super fun hangout spot. Great shows downstairs.“

“This was the first place I seeked out in Seattle besides hotel. I had to cross it off my list. It was a great addition to the Seattle experience. They serve great beer, but I was surprised they weren't overrun with people. It was a weekday though, maybe it matters. They have 2 levels and a cozy outdoor patio away from the street. They offer (3) 6oz flights which is the way to go. I'm from Portland, Maine so I like the brewery vibe.“

“It’s a punk rock bar. They have rainier!“

“This place is a dive bar located in an unassuming strip mall. I went there with four family members on our way to the Mariner game (we lost). We stopped here because we thought every other place would be full due to World Cup watching parties. We didn't expect much but were knocked out by the quality of the food. Pizza, burgers, French dip...it was all fabulous. And the waitress was a saint. A real hidden gem for sure.“

“Love this place!!! It’s a great neighborhood pub with everything you’d want—GREAT staff (Bekkah, Ellie, and Joe are big reasons why we keep coming back), fun trivia nights, karaoke, and special events about once per month. Wide variety of rotating taps, liquor, wine, hard seltzers, and clever Jell-O shot creations. Brunch on weekends and tasty apps/ lunch/ dinner fare with a kitchen that’s open late. This is a place where everybody knows your name. We’ll be back to see our people soon 🤩“

“Very friendly and fun place to drink, play pool, or just kick back and listen to the jukebox.“

“Inexpensive, divey, friendly and, pinball! Love it. A new favorite so I'll be back.“

“Great bar and great games! Bring your quarters or get smaller bills and change! Cash only with an ATM.“

“good atmosphere and friendly service“

“This is a Seattle institution. It is not hip, chic, or stylish. It has history and accretions of character.“

“We came all the way from East Alabama and wanted to find a fun place in the evening. We were not disappointed when we came across Shorty's. The prices and food were amazing and Pete kept us thoroughly entertained! If you're looking for some fun (have an appetite for a dog) and have some time to kill, then I don't think you could find a better spot than Shorty's!😋“

“Super cool place. My friend and I (both girls) came here because we were kicked out of Wildrose for talking about lesbian sex. I was a bit worried we wouldn't be welcome since it seemed like a space that exclusively catered to queer men, but everyone was incredibly friendly and nice. The drinks were good and reasonably priced. I would definitely love to visit again when I come back to Seattle.“

“They cheat drunks and tourists!“

“I like this place a lot. In actuality it probably doesn't deserve 5 stars, but that's what I like about it. I just have never had a bad time there. Sometimes we get a table right away and sometimes we don't. Sometimes we get a better table; sometimes we don't. But everytime I've enjoyed myself, and my experiences with the staff have always been good. I also really like that you can order food from next door and bring it in with you.“

“Went in tonight for the first time. Very cute bartender. I will be going back.“

“There's two bartenders there that I know from recently visiting Kyle and Mac
Both of them are enthusiastic and are happy that you're visiting or establishment they'll help you with every needs and they're really good to talk to I really enjoyed my stay It was a fun and enjoyable atmosphere I would definitely recommend if you're up for a good time or if you're down the dumps to visit there and it'll turn your attitude upside down and you walk out feeling wonderful“

“I really liked it. life music on Fridays. Very friendly ambient and the singer was really good my friends and I dance with lots of good music overall is a good place to get together and have fun.😊😊

Vegetarian options: I don't think so. but I was very happy with the food I ordered. they have a flat bed bbq chicken pizza it was really good and a decent size .

Kid-friendliness: No kids is a bar.“

“Great karaoke bar! Best in shoreline,WA“

“Expensive! $12.24 for a beer with MANDATORY tip regardless of what you want to give. Beers are 12oz not 16oz. food is edible. Walk in take a selfie leave. New owners needed.“

“Sam’s 69, like a French 75, only better … because, DUH. And very tasty chicken tender sliders and onion rings with kicked up versions of Ranch sauce for dipping. Great service and reasonable prices.“

“Very good for what it is. A decade ago I used to come here for the rabbit Tacos, now that they are vegan the food still does not disappoint.

I was worried that ordering by QR code would slow everything down, but they got my order right away and my drink came within a couple of minutes of when I ordered.“

“A great rooftop deck for enjoying a cocktail and feeling the city around you. Unlike a high rise rooftop where you’re paying extra for vibey drinks 100-feet above the street, this is a second floor rooftop in the heart of Capital Hill. Also one of the best boozey slushies, and they actually have booze in them. Most of the cities boozy slushy‘s are SLUSHIES with a little booze. These are proper cocktails.“

“It's a dive bar for sure, both seats aren't attached so you probably fall out of you're not careful.
Pool tables are decent though. Depending on the bartender, drinks are over poured, last night they were spot on and delicious.
Karaoke 🎤 has good turn outs. Trivia Tuesday has good turn outs.“