The best bars & nightlife in Kent

Relaxed spot for custom cocktails and hearty appetizers in a cozy, sophisticated space.

307 W McGraw St (Seattle)

Neighborhood spot serving natural wines by the glass or bottle in a cozy space.

8526 14th Ave S (Seattle)

Casual and intimate cafe featuring French wine and cheese platters along with craft cocktails.

1315 E Jefferson St (Seattle)

Warm hangout, offering a menu of flatbreads and cocktails that are scratch-made, artisanal or feature flavor infusions.

4210 SW Admiral Wy (Seattle)

Wine bar and shop offering tastings, along with beer, charcuterie, and live music.

824 SW 152nd St (Burien)

Rotating craft beers on tap, plus 500+ bottles in a laid-back hangout offering trivia nights.

23330 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE B (Maple Valley)

Cozy neighborhood hangout for all-day service of cafe fare with caffeine & regional wines.

909 SW 152nd St (Burien)

Family- & dog-friendly beer hall offering 20+ craft brews on tap & a bring-your-own-food policy.

2000 Benson Rd S (Renton)

Games & slots for adults 18+, plus eateries, at 24-hour bingo hall across from Muckleshoot Casino.

2117 Auburn Way S (Auburn)

Bar & grill boasting TVs plus a game room complete with pool tables, darts, video games & a jukebox.

21609 84th Ave S

Sizable venue for table & video gaming, with dance club & several restaurants.

2402 Auburn Way S (Auburn)

When you want a low-key change from beer, Republic of Cider pours craft cider flights in its SoDo taproom, with growler fills if you find a…

2960 4th Ave S #109 (Seattle)

Let Le Caviste pour you through thoughtful French vintages, the kind you actually want to linger over, with small bites that lean…

1919 7th Ave (Seattle)

Tapas bar offering a menu of small plates such as paella and scallops, plus desserts.

1117 12th Ave (Seattle)

Laid-back bar serving local wines, along with flights, charcuterie and pizza.

1222 E Madison St Ste c (Seattle)

Stand-up & open-mike nights in an intimate room with classic fare, drinks & a 2-item minimum.

5220 Roosevelt Way NE (Seattle)

Relaxed wine bar with board games and a cute vibe.

4455 Stone Way N (Seattle)

Prohibition-era cocktails & international gin menu in the basement boiler room of a former hotel.

2205 2nd Ave #310 (Seattle)

Craft cocktails & gourmet snacks in a hip space tucked away by a staircase near Pike Place Market.

1501 Western Ave Ste 202 (Seattle)

Relaxed spot offering various craft ciders, from dry to sweet, plus a patio and friendly staff.

5201 15th Ave NW (Seattle)

Down-to-earth venue for house-brewed beer & cider, plus rotating food trucks, a patio & fire pits.

826 NW 49th St (Seattle)

Unique cocktails & Latin-inspired snacks prepped in a retro space with antique decor & furnishings.

114 1st Ave S (Seattle)

Cheery natural wine specialist with frozen drinks & inventive snacks plus a psychedelic mural.

721 E Pike St (Seattle)

Burgers, steaks, salads & beer offered in a no-frills hangout with a neighborhood vibe.

8617 14th Ave S (Seattle)

Family-owned bar serving broasted chicken & pub grub since 1950, with TVs, a patio & a dance floor.

5613 4th Ave S (Seattle)

Chill, pocket-sized raw seafood bar specializing in local fare & a well-curated natural wine list.

2505 2nd Ave #103 (Seattle)

Low-key, airplane-themed bar showcasing artisanal chocolates, wine & snacks, plus happy hour.

1300 E Pike St Ste 103 (Seattle)

Casual, self-serve wine bar with 24 bottles on tap plus charcuterie, cheese, and other nibbles.

7400 Greenwood Ave N (Seattle)

2 improve teams go head-to-head in front of a panel of judges while taking audience suggestions.

1428 Post Alley (Seattle)

Improv comedy club based on audience suggestions also offering full bar with snacks plus classes.

3509 Fremont Ave N (Seattle)

Dozens of paintings hang on the walls at this local hangout with signature drinks & bar snacks.

1005 Boren Ave (Seattle)

Tasting bar with 30+ craft ciders, on tap & in bottles (food can be ordered for delivery).

708 N 34th St (Seattle)

A changing tapas menu, sangria & house cocktails served in a tiny, candlelit space.

2325 NW Market St (Seattle)

Iconic 1914 office tower featuring a speakeasy-style cocktail bar & a 35th-floor observatory.

506 2nd Ave (Seattle)

Multipurpose hub with a theater, basement bar, lounge, classic dining room & original 1920s decor.

2322 2nd Ave (Seattle)

Gathering place for rotating craft brews & an extensive whiskey selection plus weekly bagpipe music.

2122 2nd Ave (Seattle)

Upscale eatery offering small plates of seafood, meat and pasta, plus creative cocktails and wines by the glass.

219 N 85th St (Seattle)

Cozy, boutique comedy club on Capitol Hill with food and drinks, including happy hour.

328 15th Ave E (Seattle)