“Awesome dive bar with cheap beer. We ordered apps (mozz sticks and nachos), which were amazing. Fun atmosphere with college football on the TVs. Also, they have pinball and a few arcade games. I will definitely be coming back to watch more UW games!“
“Went for Lady Chablis's Drag Show and it was sooooo much fun! Drinks were amazing, atmosphere is like cool circus bar. The patrons are super nice and fun.Wheelchair accessibility: There is stairs to the downstairs, not wheelchair accessible“
“Heard about this place from a co-worker. He told me to call the order in because it would take a while, so I did and he was right. I called it in and they said 20 min. Got there and it took another 25 min. Didn't like that. I ordered the 3 piece chicken with the mojos. The chicken is pressured cooked and fried. It was delicious, the mojos needed a bit more crunchiness for me but they were good. The establishment is actually a bar and they had a live band the day I went so it was kinda loud. I recommend take out instead of dining in but I did go on a Friday. Give it a try you won't regret it.“
“Quintessential Bar and Grill in the Heart of Tangletown. Flip Flop and Crocs kind of place. Don't expect to sip a fancy cocktail while enjoying hors d'overs. This is draft beer at a perfect temperature. Unpretentious food and super friendly service with a few well placed TVs showing local sports. Great place.“
“Lewis; Sunday bartender, exuded a great Sunday service. Wonderful location. Friendly bartenders! All days!Great after show spot for a post concert - event!! Better than any surrounding bars!The best dive bar to be found near Climate Pledge, hands down!!!“
“Great small venue with a wraparound bar. Tons of live music scheduled! Check their website! No kitchen but they do have snacks. Lots of local breweries on tap and in a bottle/can!Parking: No street parking. Paid parking lot directly across the street.“
“I have been going to Twilight for all the years(7) I've lived in Seattle. It is a staple of the neighborhood and thank goodness for that! I always get the meat loaf dinner and make sure to have some pin ball sessions . I've met new friends here...and it's always nice to meet IRL. Alphabet Mafia all welcome. All are welcome, including dogs and...MY cat( who loves meeting new people and being a service animal and giving good lap sitting and petting sessions??. On other nights the karaome is on point and lit. Everyone is respectful and peaceful. No drama. Thank you Twilight for being a place to relax and commune!? ? “
“Cool spot for an easy and satisfying midday meal. Surprised to see every barstool filled on a Tuesday afternoon, but it must be a popular local watering hole. Ordered at the bar -- Tavern Burger ($7) and a Tavern Salad ($10) -- and then chose a table. Bartender wasn't the warmest but that's ok, the food was good and the atmosphere hit just right. Parking lot out back and street parking available too.Just a note, they have a nice outdoor patio, but they do *not* allow dogs on leashes.“
“The Waterwheel Lounge is such a special place, it was one of the first places I've fallen in love with in Seattle WA. This "Cheers-like" bar has karaoke Thursday - Saturday 9:30pm to 1:30am and Sunday 7:30pm to 12:30am. Such a great spot to meet locals and sing your heart out.“
“Highly recommend this place. The food was incredible and the staff were absolutely wonderful!We walked up and down the street trying to figure out where to eat. Finally we decided to just eat at the restaurant closest to where we parked wherever that may be... we are so glad we decided to do that because we discovered the Bait Shop.“
“What can you say about this American institution? Some of the best live punk and alt music in the country. Darrell’s is a survivor and a thriver. It’s been serving the community ear candy for decades and has thankfully dogged the wrecking ball so far. With a full bar and a pool table, what more do you need?“
“Lots of rotating options here. Go with a flight and taste a few of the unknowns. There are only two tables on the street level; great for people watching if you snag one! Downstairs has a more private, cozy feel for gatherings or date vibes.“
“Great spot as both a guest and as a performer. Great service, clean bathroom, fun event space, convenient location and great people. I love places where you can expand your community and actually connect with people. This is one of those places. Sundays offer coffee if you’re looking for that.“
“Absolutely awesome local neighborhood dive bar. Targy's is truly one of the finest dive bars in the United States. Outstanding service, drinks, and ambience. Targy's is the perfect bar. I absolutely love this place and look forward to every visit.“
“They host my crew's monthly EDM show (Quantum) and I've always had a great interaction with the staff. I don't drink, but the atmosphere is intimate and I appreciate that they finally updated the AC. Seems to keep a consistent temp inside now“
“friendly bartender. good amount of beers! good whiskeys, perfect place to catch a monday night or thursday football game (assuming it’s quite packed if it’s a seattle team playing) but great spot for an out of towner passing through. just divey/ sporty enough with nice locals. awesome exterior as well….“
“This place is great. The food is really impressive, it’s basically standard pub fare but done well with some nice vegan additions. The taps are clean and the beer tastes like it. And they have music every night across a broad spectrum of genres. The counter of the main bar is worth having a drink at just so you can look at all the cool stuff shellacked in there. Add in that the owner apparently is working on restoring Beth’s Cafe to its former glory you have to love this place and ownership.“
“This is a great local spot! The staff is very nice, the menu (both drink and food) is simple but well done, and the atmosphere is a nostalgia filled and dark. They have a stack of VHS tapes, games to play, and a pinball machine in the back. I love it here!“
“Girlfriend worked at 4B’s about 12 years ago and enjoyed how little had changed since bartending here. We just grabbed a pair of late night IPAs. Pinball has become a phenomenon and when we mentioned the Pinball Wizard, the bartender told us he doesn’t mind saying “he’s one of the best in Seattle”. They hold tournaments here so if you’re down to become one of the best, head to 4Bs sometime!“
“This is a total dive bar but the people here are regulars and they make you feel at home including the bartender. Truly an amazing place. Extra bonus. They allow dogs inside the place. Super extra points. They don't have food but they allow you to bring food from “
“Super cool, super casual spot. They open the large doors so people can pick from a table inside or out. Sometimes their site won't load but you can use the menu in Google. We all got a round of margaritas which were fine, nothing too special. Drinks were between 10-15 before tip. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I do want to try more and enjoy thr atmosphere (spooky objects and a screen playing horror movies!!) Again. Just note they do take cards seriously- if they don't like something about it then they won't count it and won't serve you, even if it is legal. Still a good spot and a good Seattle staple.“
“A great place for food, drinks, and pinball! To start, the staff are very friendly and quick getting your order. The ambiance is retro but has a chill vibe to it. For the food, there is a variety of options and the smash burger was absolutely fantastic packed with flavor. Also had chicken salad and the mozzarella sticks, both fantastic. Lastly, don't forget to play some pinball as they have some awesome machines to play on.“
“Take food that exceeds all of your expectations and add the perfect hole in the wall atmosphere and you have the Pacific in pub down next to the water and close to everything (I was visiting the Fremont troll on that day which is only a couple of blocks away)... For over a year I had a co-worker telling me that it was the best fish and chips anywhere in the greater Seattle area. That is actually saying a lot, because one, this is Seattle and we are the world capital of fish and chips, and two, he was an Uber driver for many years and would snack just about anywhere... Guaranteed. I will be back in the very, very near future. One of the most unique fish batters absolutely highlighted this amazing fresh fish and there is a reason that they are famous for their fish and chips. I fell in love not only with the seriously cool hole in the wall atmosphere of the plates, but both of the staff personnel that I had talked to were people that I wanted to go and hang out with. Love this place, love the food, love the location, love the atmosphere, love the people. You have got to go ... And on a trivia and- Anthony Bourdain visited this place and absolutely swore by it“
“The boxcar is a decent neighborhood dive bar that is convenient and consistently filled with customers. They have karaoke, but I forget which nights. They will let u bring your dog as long as u sit outside and they have a covered back patio section where u can watch football and get a bit of fresh air in rain or shine. The chili here is really good and I've also tried a chicken sandwich and the French dip. Food is really good value for the price, which is very important to me. Nothing worse than paying a ton of money and leaving hungry and dissatisfied. That won't happen to you at the Boxcar. Stop by and check em out if you're ever in my neighborhood.“
“I had the pleasure of going here last night with my neighbors. We hadn’t found our local watering hole since moving here about a year ago. Well, last night we fixed that problem!The Reservoir is probably the coolest neighborhood bar around. When you walk in, you walk into a huge room with pool tables, a tall wood bar, good music, and friendly staff.We got our drinks and headed out back to the patio area. There was a grassy area, a shed with a very large tv in it, a covered smoking area and picnic tables under a separate covered area.We met the owner who was such a nice lady. We learned that they’d just reopened after a series of setbacks that took 5 months to fix! She was very proud of being able to take care of her employees during that time and I really admired that about her. You could really tell how deeply she loves her bar that’s been in her family since 1991.Haven’t gone into the Reservoir? CHANGE THAT AND GO!!! You’re gonna have a blast.“
“Amy set the stage for sublime experience. She was engaged and enthusiastic and incredibly welcoming. Reassured me that I wasn’t being a burden by arriving at 1AM.And interacted with everyone as a true professional. In this era of COVID bartenders she was veritable lighthouse in the maelstrom.“
“The Trophy Room is a perfect secluded venue for hosting groups, with a fun bowling game in the corner! Drinks were very affordable and strong, and the Shorty's dog and nachos were both fresh and flavorful. Morgan was the most attentive and awesome bartender!“
“Grrrrrreat atmosphere! Karaoke, trivia, bingo, on weekdays food until 1 am.Always great service, music ,pool playing, sports On screen t v's 360° of viewing, dedicated fridge full of various jello shots, and just about every kind of liquor under the sun! I do wish they had coverage on their outdoor seating area, however, especially if it's raining. Dogs are allowed is a major plus! Perfect neighborhood bar! ?? ??✌️? ???????? ?Vegetarian options: Any burger they have on their list can go with a veggie patty!? ???????????Wheelchair accessibility: Ezee peezee...“
“Anyone who rates this place less than 4 stars needs to learn what a dive bar is... This place is AMAZING!! Phenomenal staff all around! If you get attitude it's cause you're drunk or rude. Bartenders are always right. You don't like that? Please do everyone a favor and go somewhere else! I live blocks away and this has been my go to bar before and after games or simply for a nightcap for years. It's loud, it's crazy, it's so much fun!! I bring all my friends here!“
“Al's bar is that girl and you can't convince me otherwise. Ask the bartender that looks like an extra from Grease for an old-fashioned and prepare to enjoy a cocktail that's way too delish for the dive bar you ordered it in.FYI: Cash only, ATM available“
“Really great place, love Taylor the bartender, she is super nice and makes great drinks. Her dog is awesome, makes a great vibe.Very comforting and inviting place, it is far from being against any communities, everyone is treated nice and equally.As a minority I feel welcomed and safe, love the diversity here. Thank you!“
“We had some friends in town and wanted to find a bar, watch games, play darts and pool if possible. I’ve lived in WS for 7 years and am ashamed I don’t go here more often.It had everything we were looking for! Great drinks, the place was spacious, plenty of tvs. I only tried a couple flavors of the wings and wasn’t a fan (I like crispy wings with fry rubs or sauces that don’t kill the texture) but maybe other things are good.Id highly recommend if you want to play pool, darts or pinball.“
“It was a busy game night, men's basketball, UW vs Gonzaga. The beer line moved fairly quickly, the food took a bit longer than normal, but once received tasted great. The staff did their best to keep up & provide updates when needed. If you're a bit tight on money, keep in mind you can still get an $8 pitcher here from the "Husky tap". It's the champagne of beers, Miller High Life!“
“Typical Seattle dive bar and I mean that quite fondly. Drinks are strong and cheap, service friendly and there's usually a dog or two to pet. They have a super cool back room and a seating alcove with an abominable monster who roars and flashes his eyes every so often. They get packed on the weekends so I usually avoid but if you can do during the day or on a week night it'll be well worth the visit.“
“This is one of my favorite venues in town. I legit do not know if they serve food and the bar service is standard. However the venue is great, and the decor is as well.Parking: Like all of Ballard better not to drive if you don't have to.“
“Hands down the best slushy drinks I've had since living in Brooklyn. And they're better than what we had there...or in Austin, LA or New Orleans. Truly well crafted drinks with just the right amount of edge. Atmosphere manages to land it by being so deeply West Seattle but with just the right note of grown up. The combination is undeniably hip. Thanks to the incoming bar manager for making this spot a destination. We'll definitely be back!“
“This place had all the markings of a typical dive bar. There were plenty of TVs to watch sports and a couple of pool tables. The interior was dimly lit with more tables and seating in the back. It was a neighborhood bar with a lot of locals and frequent barflys.Their website said that their happy hour is from 4-7pm but when we arrived at 6pm the bartender said it was actually 4-6pm. She told us though that "it's not happy hour but our stuff is cheap anyway" which was a funny exchange and gave us a chuckle. She was right though because wells were $5 and the Moscow mule was $8 (although it was just okay).We played pool, watched some TV, and just hung out. It was a cool vibe.“
“So, I found myself at a local bar, the Zoo on a Tuesday night, my first impressions were so wrong! The bartender Dylan greeted me on a obviously busy night, saying he’ll be right with me, and he was. I was served and wandered towards the pool tables, I was told it was league night, so I watched for a minute. I was immediately drawn to a guy shooting pool with one arm, not that he didn’t have another arm, so I thought he was showing off maybe. I spoke with him after, he introduced himself as “Boston” and I said “ahh you’re from California?” We were friends from that point! He shot one handed and he said because that’s how he plays best, and I have to say I may have never seen a better pool player since I have been in Seattle 25 years. He provides a great part of the atmosphere, as well as Dylan, and the other locals, who live on Eastlake Ave E like me! I've seen Boston and Dylan, and some of the others around and we always B.S and I am so glad I decided to go to The Zoo, or I would have missed out on some cool, neighborhood friends. Don’t think you can beat Boston, or a couple others in a game of pool, I did, and never touched the table, straight run first game, I removed my quarters after that, and left the pool to Boston and the crew! Thanks for taking a stranger and making him a friend Zoo!Parking: Easy peasy street parkingWheelchair accessibility: large entrance, plenty of space“
“Grungiest place in Seattle and i love every bit of it. Montana has excellent, unique drink deals, and seating outside. The only game they seem to have is Buck hunter and it is near the back. As a punk/grunge lover, the aesthetic is pleasing.“
“Arrived pretty late into the night and had to wait for about 10 minutes outside to be seated . My table had gotten Wings , an omelette and a burger and nobody had any complaints about the quality of the food. I think I'll have to come back during the day to give a half opinion of the service and food.“
“We found out about this place because we went on a ghost tour in Seattle around Halloween. This place has a lot of history and has been around for a long time, the oldest standing restaurant in Seattle. It was once a Liquor store/ cafe and hotel/ "apartments" as a saloon or I would consider a brothel and a card room. The men would choose which women he wanted by the photographs on the wall. There have been so many different owners due to the "ghostly happenings" so much that it was featured on two different shows. The Dead Files Episode Burned Alive" and I'm not sure on the other name, but I did see it. From what I remember the tour was better than the food. The service was decent, not too busy when we got there as we found a table right away. The food was not the best from what i remember. I know it's changed through the owners, but there were more options to choose from before. I've been here a couple times so it can't be that bad, it's a little different each time.“
“Fun dark dive bar in Georgetown. Parking can be a struggle in this area on the after 8p. Bartenders are extremely nice and welcoming. Some of the best affordable drinks in Seattle. Food is descent but could use more seasoning. Chill place to grab drinks with people without any drama that you might encounter downtown on a weekend.“
“Had a great, creative version of an espresso martini here and noticed the bartender put a lot of care into making sure my drink was up to satisfaction. The food they have right now is some of the best I’ve tasted here. Also noticed they put up a cover around part of the patio to block out rain for the rainy days coming! Good “
“One of the neighborhood bars!! My mom used to hang out there and bartended for a while and that was my first time there since 2001. It was really nice, very relaxing. The atmosphere was really nice and everybody was very friendly and the bartender was great. Thank you, Mel and all the people to Caroline that “