Mikaila, the bar manager, was fantastic! She was very friendly, knowledgeable about all of the wines and beverage options, and offered very fast service! It’s also awesome to be able to bring in food from the QFC deli and the drink prices can’t be beat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Green
Mikaela and the whole bar in a grocery store situation makes this a must visit. During warm weather they open the massive doors for fresh air and outdoor seating. Hungry? Grab a snack from the aisles and they’ll ring you up. Did I mention their drinks are far more reasonable than nearby establishments? Also, they carry 4Good Hard Seltzer from the PNW’s own Andrew Januik. Win win win win.
Benjamin Hamilton
Staff is always rude. I’ve tried 4 times now hoping I was just having a bad experience but it’s the same people working and they’re just rude. Today I went in, 1 other person in the whole place and the bartender stood in front of me scrolling on her phone for and wouldn’t acknowledge me. Finally after 5 mins I turned left. She’s then same one that rude every time. She’s annoyed you’re there like you’re bothering her. Saturday 12/16 at 1pm.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Michael Miksa
This place is unmatched! Hidden gem is an understatement! Even if you live an hour a way, it’s worth the drive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aslag
It's five dollars for a 20 oz pour of ANYTHING ON TAP. What more did you need to know?
Liam Gray
Sic soup
Alan Ward
Best place for happy hour drinks! Convenient and close to other restaurants in downtown Kirkland
Terry S.
Very friendly staff. Best deal in the EASTSIDE. Imperial pints and great selection of beers and wines.
MyAnne K.
Relaxed atmosphere. Lots of locals hang out here. If you are a regular, you will most likely see someone you know enjoying a glass of wine. The bar manager Mikalah and her team, are very welcoming and can work through large crowds making sure everyone has a full glass. Prices are very, very, very reasonable. You can also eat food and snacks sold in QFC while you enjoy your wine or beer. Electronic tipping is not possible. So if you use your debit or credit card, just keep in mind that you are not able to add a tip to your bill. Bring cash to tip these hard-working ladies!
I know a friend who lives in Boise said there is a pretty nice bar in the Albertson's out there (where they started), but not many in Washington that I know of. This one is fairly large, inside the QFC, but also has a really nice sized pation and the windows open up to the outside in the summer. Usually a pretty decent tap list and price that can't be beat. The bar manager is awesome and the rest of the staff very nice as well. Worth a stop, shopping or not!
Steven N
This bar area takes up the southwest corner of the QFC. They had 15 beers on tap at the time I went. $5 for a 20oz pour. They have wine as well but I didn’t really look closely to what they have.3 TVs and a mix of high top and regular tables. Seems fine to bring in food from QFC or a neighboring restaurant. They will validate parking if you park in the attached garage.Try to bring a little cash. When I paid with card it didn’t offer me the chance to tip.
Kris J.
Friendly staff, and crazy cheap pints of local craft beer! Lots of windows, and a stunning westward view.
Pat Williamson
$4 happy hour craft beer imperial pints daily.
Jeremy C.
This is a hidden gem for beer and wine near the heart of Kirkland. They serve their beer in 20 ounce mugs for $5 each; $4 on Sundays. The fact that they have an extensive beer and wine selection that frequently rotates makes this an even better deal. During warm days there's a large window that opens to a patio and water fountain right outside. Food options are also plentiful since this is located in a grocery store (QFC). You can bring any food you buy in the store to drink in the bar area, including made-to-order pizza, sandwiches, sushi, chips and many others. There are also many restaurants within walking distance. Shake shack is right next door and I discovered that you can skip the line by using their app. This means you can be relaxing at the bar with a cold one while watching everyone else waiting in line to order. They'll text you when you're order is ready for a quick pick up. So easy!Parking is validated for four hours, it's kid-friendly, and you can even get your grocery shopping done before or after. Just please don't tell anyone since it's one of the best kept secrets in Kirkland.
We miss Mikaila! ❤️
Mikaila, the bar manager, was fantastic! She was very friendly, knowledgeable about all of the wines and beverage options, and offered very fast service! It’s also awesome to be able to bring in food from the QFC deli and the drink prices can’t be beat!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mikaela and the whole bar in a grocery store situation makes this a must visit. During warm weather they open the massive doors for fresh air and outdoor seating. Hungry? Grab a snack from the aisles and they’ll ring you up. Did I mention their drinks are far more reasonable than nearby establishments? Also, they carry 4Good Hard Seltzer from the PNW’s own Andrew Januik. Win win win win.
Staff is always rude. I’ve tried 4 times now hoping I was just having a bad experience but it’s the same people working and they’re just rude. Today I went in, 1 other person in the whole place and the bartender stood in front of me scrolling on her phone for and wouldn’t acknowledge me. Finally after 5 mins I turned left. She’s then same one that rude every time. She’s annoyed you’re there like you’re bothering her. Saturday 12/16 at 1pm.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place is unmatched! Hidden gem is an understatement! Even if you live an hour a way, it’s worth the drive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It's five dollars for a 20 oz pour of ANYTHING ON TAP. What more did you need to know?
Sic soup
Best place for happy hour drinks! Convenient and close to other restaurants in downtown Kirkland
Very friendly staff. Best deal in the EASTSIDE. Imperial pints and great selection of beers and wines.
Relaxed atmosphere. Lots of locals hang out here. If you are a regular, you will most likely see someone you know enjoying a glass of wine. The bar manager Mikalah and her team, are very welcoming and can work through large crowds making sure everyone has a full glass. Prices are very, very, very reasonable. You can also eat food and snacks sold in QFC while you enjoy your wine or beer. Electronic tipping is not possible. So if you use your debit or credit card, just keep in mind that you are not able to add a tip to your bill. Bring cash to tip these hard-working ladies!
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I know a friend who lives in Boise said there is a pretty nice bar in the Albertson's out there (where they started), but not many in Washington that I know of. This one is fairly large, inside the QFC, but also has a really nice sized pation and the windows open up to the outside in the summer. Usually a pretty decent tap list and price that can't be beat. The bar manager is awesome and the rest of the staff very nice as well. Worth a stop, shopping or not!
This bar area takes up the southwest corner of the QFC. They had 15 beers on tap at the time I went. $5 for a 20oz pour. They have wine as well but I didn’t really look closely to what they have.3 TVs and a mix of high top and regular tables. Seems fine to bring in food from QFC or a neighboring restaurant. They will validate parking if you park in the attached garage.Try to bring a little cash. When I paid with card it didn’t offer me the chance to tip.
Friendly staff, and crazy cheap pints of local craft beer! Lots of windows, and a stunning westward view.
$4 happy hour craft beer imperial pints daily.
This is a hidden gem for beer and wine near the heart of Kirkland. They serve their beer in 20 ounce mugs for $5 each; $4 on Sundays. The fact that they have an extensive beer and wine selection that frequently rotates makes this an even better deal. During warm days there's a large window that opens to a patio and water fountain right outside. Food options are also plentiful since this is located in a grocery store (QFC). You can bring any food you buy in the store to drink in the bar area, including made-to-order pizza, sandwiches, sushi, chips and many others. There are also many restaurants within walking distance. Shake shack is right next door and I discovered that you can skip the line by using their app. This means you can be relaxing at the bar with a cold one while watching everyone else waiting in line to order. They'll text you when you're order is ready for a quick pick up. So easy!Parking is validated for four hours, it's kid-friendly, and you can even get your grocery shopping done before or after. Just please don't tell anyone since it's one of the best kept secrets in Kirkland.