35 Best Sports Bars near University Place

“food was good they offer the fights for free although my tab tells another story but over a great fight night experience“

“Best Applebee's in the area. Desta is a great server that is very prompt and friendly. Everyone there including the manager was awesome and so nice. They treated me like a person that mattered even though I struggle in public due to my appearance.“

“A wonderful place to eat!!!“

“Good people, good food, good pool tournaments! Brand new cloth on the diamond bar tables recently!“

“Great golf tournament!!!!“

“Been here around 5 times now. Their food is generously portioned and absolutely delicious every single time. Not once has been a miss. Probably some of the best fish and chips around, too. Last time I was here I got the fried chicken sandwich and it was fantastic. The service is also great, polite, and fast. I don't think it's ever taken more than 15 minutes to get my food. Their prices are, imo, better than a lot of places. Especially since their portions are enough it's easy to take half of it home. Love it.“

“I'm not a big fan of bars etc, but finally broke down and checked out Latitude 84. Excellent place to shoot pool or throw darts. Wings and fries are top notch. Didn't even need to salt the fries! Good prices, great food and service. Great mix of people tonight as well. Young and old alike, shooting pool and having a good time. Music wasn't overly loud so conversations weren't done at top of lungs.“

“Had a fun time! Great food and GREAT service with a smile!“

“had a blast at Halftime. try the fried mushrooms... they are some of the best I've had.“

“Excellent food & service!“

“Great Food, flavorful and better than boiling crab!! Great service!“

“The food was excellent. The burger sliders were fabulous. Would definitely return. Service was fantastic. Love Griffin.“

“Great spacious place. Food had hefty portions and was tasty. We liked the thier take on the Cuban. Smash Dip was good as well. Couple of bar games, pool, and pull tabs. Went on a regular Thursday night, but I can imagine this place could get busy, looking forward to coming on a busy day. Kiara, our server, was quick, attentive and friendly. Will come back.“

“Steak over fries was ridiculously good, and now I'm hooked! Only go there if you want every other fries experience to be mediocre afterward. Almost licked the plate.“

“We were looking for a spot that would let our pup inside, on our way home to Canada from Herron Island. This place is a hole in the wall dive bar with lots of regulars and the best pizza and calzone I've ever had. Service was amazing and she brought our Bruno a pup-cutterie. Don't hesitate to come here for fantastic food and pet friendly service 🐕‍🦺 ❤“

“Amazing customer service and food. Will be back to try the rest. Fost visit and was Amazing“

“great food and drinks. tonya is an awesome server!“

“What can I say it’s a neighborhood bar“

“Our waitress Ona did such a fabulous job like we can’t even put into words how amazing and wonderful she was!! Her service is so beyond phenomenal that all waitresses service should be trained by her! She basically read our minds of what we needed on top of dealing with all tables and giving them amazing service. I was watching how she did it so smoothly but she’s just a diamond in the dozen! We did not need to ask her for anything that’s how well she was! We definitely will be back to see her!“

“A huge thank you to Farrelli's Pizza in Ruston for their incredible generosity in donating an impressive assortment of fifteen large pizzas and two fresh, crisp salads for our Teacher Appreciation event at Browns Point Elementary. Thank you Farrelli's for your dedication to enriching our community. We are so grateful to have such an amazing restaurant that cares so much about our community, your kindness not only uplifts our teachers but also leaves a lasting positive impact on the students they inspire each day. Thank you for your support!“

“Great place to meet friends, listen to a fun band every Saturday and grab a meal. They have a new Chef and Bobby is THE BOMB!! I highly recommend this place. The staff is so friendly, too!“

“lazy j is like home away from home john an tracy are like brother and sister“

“Well, it’s Friday night in Tacoma, which is about the time the week lets go of your collar and you realize you’ve survived another five days of God's green earth. The sun is setting over the Sound; the parking lot is filling up with folks who’ve decided that cooking supper is an optional hobby for another day.

I was sitting there at a high-top table with three of my coworkers—good people, salt of the earth, the kind of folks who know how to work hard and aren’t afraid to talk about it over a beer. We had ourselves a perch where we could swivel our heads just enough to keep one eye on the NFL game and the other on the Seattle Mariners, hoping against hope that tonight’s the night things finally break our way.

Now, some folks from out of town might look at a chain restaurant and think it’s all mass-produced and predictable, like a box of saltines from the bottom of the pantry. But those folks haven’t met Kamie.

Kamie was our waitress, and let me tell you, she is the sort of person who could walk into a church basement during an argument over the annual bazaar and leave everyone feeling like they’d just won a blue ribbon for their winter squash. She has that cheerful, unflappable grace you only find in people who possess bottomless patience and have spent a good long while dealing with the public. She carried our orders with the easy poise of a choir director stepping up to the piano, and she didn't bat an eye when four of us showed up looking for a good meal and a beverage after a long week on the docks.

I ordered the riblet meal—tender little morsels of pork bathed in sweet and spicey barbecue sauce that’s sweet with just enough heat to remind you you’re alive—alongside a cold, frosty draft of beer that had beads of condensation running down the glass like a cold morning on open water. The food was good, solid, honest nourishment that didn't put on airs.

But the service? Well, the service was, as they say, WOW! Kamie brought the plates out with a smile that could melt the frost off a windshield, kept our glasses from going empty while we hashed out the events of the work week, and made you feel like you were the only table in the whole place, even though the room was humming right along with the weekend crowd.

It was a fine Friday night in Tacoma, good company, good food, and a reminder that grace can show up just about anywhere—even under the amber glow of an Applebee's neon sign. Five stars, without a doubt.“

“Great service, food, atmosphere. Bailey is awesome!! 😊“

“Hy lu Hee Hee ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Hy Lu Hee Hee means “Good Times and Lots of Laughter.” The Hy lu Hee Hee is a Gig Harbor, WA local’s hang-out that got it start as a Tavern in 1935. In 1958, the State condemned the tavern building and asked that the business vacate the premises, so they could build a new highway to Purdy. The business was rebuilt in 1983, in a new location, by new owners, which is where it has remained ever since. I have been visiting Gig Harbor since 1990, but my first visit to the Hy Lu Hee Hee wasnt until 5/19/23, which was a Friday. Although I arrived before 9 PM, the music was LOUD! I’ve decided to do a sound check via the app SoundPrint. It averaged 83 dB and got as high as 88 dB, which is considered Very Loud. That would’ve been acceptable if I had signed up to see a live band, but it wasn’t. It was bad pre-recorded music, being played over blown speakers.  I had to shout out my order. Everyone around me was shouting too. My server told me this is the norm after 9 PM. Unless you’re already deaf, or enjoy the thought of shouting at your dining companions, I recommend you visit the Hy Lu Hee Hee earlier in the day.  I ordered one of the five house favorites on the menu, Fish + Chips ($17) - Breaded and Seasoned Wild Alaskan True Cod with Fries, House Slaw + Tartar Sauce. Compared to all the fish and chips I’ve eaten in Washington state, it was pretty standard fare. It was a generous portion of fries, and I liked the housemade tartar sauce. The coleslaw had decent flavor, but it obviously been made sometime ago and was swimming in liquid. Personally, I prefer Tides Tavern, which is another Gig Harbor local’s hang out, but I’ll be back at some point to visit the Hy lu Hee Hee. Next time, I’ll just make sure to do it earlier in the day. * I would like to share some photos of my dining experience, including a picture of my fish and chips, but that option is disabled on this page. “

“I had a fun time here going in and playing some poker for the night! Was my first time playing in person, and even though I was a klutz at the tables nobody got mad or anything and simply helped me along. Would recommend if you want to dip your toes into the game, simple yet effective place with nice folks. And hey, I even learned at the end of the night that gambling activities simply aren't for me, how magical and healthy is that“

“Awesome Staff... Great neighborhood Pub.

Food was wonderful... I had a their Smash 2 patty Cheese Burger / Tater Tots ( Man I LOVE Tots !!! ). My co-worker had their Nachos and Loved them also !

Lots of TVs to watch the current NHL & NBA playoffs and to catch the Mariner's baseball games.

Check Out the West End Pub, everyone. I think you will love it like I do.“

“I've been a part of the JBLM Warrior Zone family since 2012 (about 6 months after its grand opening!) I have seen our regulars come and go, but the best part of this place is creating the memories of good times and always making new friends in such a cool atmosphere!!“

“Food was excellent. Great variety - pizza, calzones, pastas, dinner entrees, and a good selection of salads and appetizers. Our party of 4 each got something completely different and everyone was very pleased. I got a salad with chicken, cranberries, apples, and candied pecans. Everything was super-fresh and crisp. Service was great - attentive without being intrusive, and on top of all needs.“

“Great place. Nice security. Fun bartenders. Great DJ’s on Friday and Saturday.“

“This has been our go to bar for almost four years. Very relaxed on weekdays with live bands and karaoke. On weekends, it’s a party. It’s a great mix. We love the drinks, bartenders offer great costumer service, the bar is clean, and food is good!“

“This review is specifically for the awesome security guard, Joe!
We addressed a situation to him and he handled it immediately. Joe also prevented another incident from occurring later in the night. He was very situationally aware and would respond quickly and effectively.
We would’ve left if not for his involvement and professionalism.
My girlfriends and I were able to safely enjoy our last night together in Tacoma (I am moving away) and we sincerely appreciated the service!“

“Great service - University Place Applebee’s!“

“They have the best nachos.“

“Hubby and I love bowling here!!! Got back into bowling a few months ago and have met some great people here after joining their fun leagues! We are excited for the summer fun league starting June 20th! We love that the staff are friendly, the food is good, the arcade is great and that we are earning reward points while having fun! 🎳 Thank you to Aaron and the Bowlero team! 💜 -The Pauls“