48 Best Dive Bars in Seattle

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

“Sunset Tavern is such a fun and unique bar and live performance venue! They have some of the best bands coming through, and they sound great! Love the stage background too!“

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

“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!“

“Live music, good food, funky atmosphere, great staff, cocktails, and walking distance. What’s not to love. Check this place out.“

“Streamline Tavern Forevahhh“

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

“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.“

“The fresh grapefruit vodka — a real thirst quencher“

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

“Alice makes a wicked Paloma!! Go find out yourself!“

“Stopped in with a friend to play some pinball on Wednesday 8/23/23. Pinball map was pretty accurate regarding pins on location, and the games we played were in good condition, spaced out well, and most had cupholders or tables close by. There were the requisite 40"-50" TVs playing sports set up around the bar, but they were not the center of attention - this isn't a sports bar. There were 4-5 pool tables, and all were busy by the time we left for the Ice Box around 9 PM. Stiff well drinks, a decent selection of beer, etc., and decent prices for the area. I like the square wooden-framed ~25'x25' area around the bar, away from the pinball and pool - it was kind of cozy and they had a corner with a mic set up for...music or karaoke or stand-up, or something else I guess. New owners revamped this place in late 2021 or early 2022, and they kept the dive bar atmosphere, but really cleaned the place up. No yucky smells, and I didn't feel like I had to wash my hands after I left. I know that's not a high bar, but I what I mean was that it was a pleasant and unpretentious place to hang out. Didn't try any food - maybe next time. Sorry, no pictures this time!“

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

“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.“

“Been reading about this burger for months now, and I finally willed myself to go down there to check it out. I had the double tavern and the chili fries. I’ll start with the fries, crispy and hand cut. The chili and was great and the sour cream and scallions were a nice touch. Huge portions though so they’re great for sharing. Now the burger, I had moderate expectations based off reviews and pictures. I always leave establishments disappointed when I have higher expectations so I came in with an open mind. I decided to dine in because all food tastes better when it’s Hot and fresh, and it was just that. The meat was cooked perfectly, the cheese melted all the way through, and the sauce was nice and light. The onions gave it a nice kick as well. It was very good. Beware, although it is a double, it is kind of small, so you can definitely kill a couple of them before you start feeling full. It’s really good overall, and I’ll definitely put it in my top burgers in Seattle (probably right next to The Red Mill.) These burgers were also a nice change of pace to fast food burgers, more expensive and the fries are extra but really worth it if you want just a nice, juicy, messy burger. I’ll be back to try the rest of the menu items.“

“I love this place. The themed nights here are great.“

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

“Nice spot. Close to everything. The bar tender was friendly. The beers were actually really good! I loved the laid back/ dads garage theme for the brewery.

Locals were there watching basketball when we stopped in. Seems like a fun neighbourhood hangout that tourists can also pop in and out of.“

“Targy's is a gem. Neighborhood dive bar with plenty of character and plenty of characters. They've got great service, plenty of craft beers on tap, and every liquor bottle known to man. For entertainment there's also a couple of pool tables, dart boards and a jukebox. Everything you need right in your neighborhood.“

“Super fun hangout spot. Great shows downstairs.“

“Because they let the regulars just be regulars —“

“@manao chicken burgers 🍔 and drinks“

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

“My favorite bar in Fremont .“

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

“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 🤩“

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

“They cheat drunks and tourists!“

“old school real people laid back crazy“

“good atmosphere and friendly service“

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

“Man, such a fun night last night!! KJ Holloway was super welcoming and encouraged me to get out of my comfort zone. I’m really self conscious of my voice range, but I felt so great after I sang! Drinks were a little pricey, but you do get the best bang for your buck. Just a super fun environment. Will definitely be returning for karaoke!“

“I love this place!!! Always a good vibe with great friendly staff who take their jobs seriously. Love the big screen for the games and the food is better than most other bars I have been to anywhere. It gets busy if the games are on and after events get out, so expect a little noise!“

“I don't know how much you're paying that cook at Joe's but he's probably one of the best I've ever seen people would love to have him working for him they are very lucky that they have a chance to witness greatness with his cooking“

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

“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.“

“My absolutely favorite bar in West Seattle. Amazing atmosphere but please hire nicer people as bartenders, people who actually have customer service skills. Often get one bartender who is very rude and unpersonable, seems to hate her job. 💔“

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

“I do show a couple doors down from this place and several of my friends do shows at Pony. Always a good time there. It's an interesting, very narrow triangle layout but with a big patio.
A photo booth, plenty of cruising, and bonus glory hole in the bathroom.“

“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!😋“

“I love the food here, but on delivery orders, they have messed up twice now on mine! Am supposed to get refund, so will see in a couple of days! Driver couldn’t check on my order as they had stapled the bag shut! Was sur prized when I opened the bag a found two large containers of soup and no almond fried chicken and gravy with almonds or even the extra gravy I’d requested! At times like this, wish I still had my car so could have gone back myself to get the rest of my order! Is hard when you’re disabled!“

“Great live music show’s the in the large back lot. Chili is awesome. Cool 4 generation family owners. This place is a gift to Ballard.“

“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.“

“10 STARS

This is my favorite bar in Capitol Hill. I come here quite frequently with friends but still spend my days daydreaming about my next visit. Playlist NEVER disappoints. It’s a new vibe everyday and I’m always dying to get the link. MAJOR Kudos. My phones wallpaper? Captain Blacks nachos. Playing cards on the deck with a beer and fist full of nachos is my happy place. Love love love love love Captain Blacks.“

“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.“

“I am visiting from out of state, and I was looking for something that fit my fasting routine (vegan diet for Friday) I was wondering about how the food would taste since it’s all plant based. It was pretty good! The loaded nachos is pretty big for 2-3 people. I got one taco and that was pretty good too.

This isn’t a knock on the staff, but it’s a self sitting and serving spot. You sit down scan the QR code and order from there.

There is a bar if you’re into that.

Overall, it’s a pretty cool place for your plant based needs. Again, everyone was great, and if you plan to go, just know, it’s self sitting and serving so don’t be weirded out about that. I recommend it!“