The best bars & nightlife in Seattle

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

307 W McGraw St

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

8526 14th Ave S

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

1315 E Jefferson St

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

4210 SW Admiral Wy

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

824 SW 152nd St (Burien)

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)

Browne Family Vineyards has a cozy Old Bellevue tasting room pouring their wines plus award-winning spirits, with seasonal light bites to…

10245 Main St Unit 103 (Bellevue) · ✓ checked Jul 30

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

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

Casual sports bar with a pool table and other games, karaoke, and a menu of pub grub such as burgers.

14622 15th Ave NE (Shoreline)

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

1117 12th Ave

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

1222 E Madison St Ste c

Warm restaurant serving modern takes on traditional Mexican dishes, plus cocktails and tequila flights.

504 Bellevue Way NE (Bellevue) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Wine shop & eatery offering Mediterranean small plates paired with over 600 vinos, plus live jazz.

1520 NE 177th St (Shoreline)

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

5220 Roosevelt Way NE

Flights of craft draft beer & growlers to go offered in chill digs with food trucks outside nightly.

520 NE 165th St (Shoreline)

Relaxed wine bar with board games and a cute vibe.

4455 Stone Way N

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

2205 2nd Ave #310

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

1501 Western Ave Ste 202

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

5201 15th Ave NW

Cider bar offering a rotating selection of craft ciders, plus board games, and trivia nights.

921 Hildebrand Ln NE Ste 111 (Bainbridge Island)

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

826 NW 49th St

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

114 1st Ave S

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

721 E Pike St

Boutique producer with a diverse line-up of wines, plus a laid-back tasting room with a chess board.

287 Winslow Way E (Bainbridge Island)

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

8617 14th Ave S

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

5613 4th Ave S

Cozy bistro turning out French food alongside a wide array of wines for sampling or purchase.

258 106th Ave NE (Bellevue)

Hangout established in 1978 offering breakfast, bar food, beer & big TVs showing sporting events.

11802 NE 8th St (Bellevue)

Laid-back neighborhood option offering American comfort eats, plus beers & taco nights.

24309 56th Ave W (Mountlake Terrace)

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

2505 2nd Ave #103

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

1300 E Pike St Ste 103

Classic American cooking in a family-friendly sports bar filled with TVs & beer signage.

1125 N 152nd St (Shoreline)

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

7400 Greenwood Ave N

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

1428 Post Alley

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

3509 Fremont Ave N

Drinks made with local spirits are paired with Northwest-inspired small plates at this swank lounge.

10455 Bellevue Way NE (Bellevue)

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

1005 Boren Ave

Bustling tavern offering eclectic American fare and cocktails amid stylish decor, plus outdoor seats.

10475 NE 6th St (Bellevue)

Convivial sports bar serving tater tots, burgers & wings in basic digs with flat-screens galore.

12001 NE 12th St (Bellevue)

Traditional-minded Irish pub matches pints o' Guinness with a menu featuring Gaelic faves.

700 Bellevue Way NE #100 (Bellevue)

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

708 N 34th St

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

2325 NW Market St

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

506 2nd Ave

Welcoming spot with a diverse selection of local, domestic & international wines, plus tastings.

9 Lakeshore Plaza (Kirkland) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Lofty music venue with live jazz, blues & other acts, plus a New American dinner menu.

155 108th Ave NE Ste 110 (Bellevue)

Easygoing spot serving pizzas, chicken tenders, fries and salads, plus a big beer menu starring local brews.

7530 164th Ave NE Ste A108 (Redmond)

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

2322 2nd Ave

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

2122 2nd Ave

Globally influenced small plates accompany wine & cocktails in a lofty, industrial setting.

919 Bellevue Way NE (Bellevue)

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

219 N 85th St

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

328 15th Ave E