The best bars & nightlife in Tacoma

Brewery and taproom featuring a selection of beers on tap, plus a patio and a store selling brewing supplies.

2626 S Tacoma Way Ste D

Venue decorated with fair themes dishing up imaginative eats alongside cocktails.

120 S Meridian (Puyallup)

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

307 W McGraw St (Seattle)

Relaxed outpost offering wine tastings, a charcuterie board and other small bites, plus beer.

2508 N Proctor St Ste B

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

8526 14th Ave S (Seattle)

Brewpub set in a converted powerhouse offering pizza, burgers & American entrees plus house beers.

454 E Main Ave (Puyallup)

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

1315 E Jefferson St (Seattle)

Microbrewery featuring an intimate taproom overlooking production & a wooded beer garden.

2905 Harborview Dr (Gig Harbor)

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

4210 SW Admiral Wy (Seattle)

Beer-centric spot featuring a multitude of craft beers on tap, plus packaged snacks and outdoor seats.

4328 6th Ave

Craft beer, American bites, karaoke & daily happy hour amid wood accents & camping decor.

1310 Tacoma Ave S

Family-friendly taproom with 14 house hard ciders on tap, plus a full food menu, and outdoor patio.

3207 57th St Ct (Gig Harbor)

Beers, sandwiches and other nibbles served at an informal brewery taproom with patio seating and beer garden.

2105 Meridian Ave E (Edgewood)

Wine bar with a relaxed, warm atmosphere offering New American cuisine plus occasional live music.

9014 Peacock Hill Ave (Gig Harbor)

Long-running tavern with a waterside patio & a menu of burgers, pizzas, seafood, chowder & more.

2925 Harborview Dr (Gig Harbor)

Upscale restaurant and bar fixing up American eats and specialty cocktails in a trendy setting.

105 S Meridian Ste A (Puyallup)

Wine bar with self-pour options plus vintage decor and food.

319 S Meridian (Puyallup)

Hank's Bar & Pizza is that easygoing neighborhood hang where the pies come out hot, the beer’s cold, and the chatter’s friendly. Perfect…

524 N K St · ✓ checked Jul 28

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)

Need a midweek serotonin boost? At Keys on Main in Tacoma, two grand pianos go head to head while insanely talented players rip through…

1003 Pacific Ave · ✓ checked Jul 28

Dahlman Cellars - Winery Tasting Room is a cozy hangout built for Tacoma folks, pouring current releases like the 2022 Red Bench, 2022 The…

113 N Tacoma Ave · ✓ checked Jul 28

Storied hangout for American comfort food & cocktails in a loungey setting with a throwback vibe.

8612 6th Ave

Classic tavern at the Olympus Hotel serving cocktails & American grub made with local ingredients.

815 Pacific Ave A

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

1117 12th Ave (Seattle)

Brother-owned bar with a cool, rustic vibe & an eclectic menu of sandwiches & craft beers.

1111 S 11th St

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)

Laid-back watering hole featuring an all-day happy hour twice per week, plus burgers & board games.

5227 S Tacoma Way

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)

Chill restaurant featuring fried chicken, plus billiards and a jukebox.

6405 S Tacoma Way

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)

High-energy hangout featuring many TVs for game-watching, outdoor seating, American grub & booze.

813 Pacific Ave · ✓ checked Aug 5

Breakfast cafe and stand-up comedy venue offering pub fare and weekend headliners.

3829 6th Ave

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

2505 2nd Ave #103 (Seattle)

An over-21 spot for creative hot dogs plus ample rotating craft beers & an easygoing environment.

2914 6th Ave

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)

Unassuming eatery offering pizza, burgers & steak, plus weekend brunch, draft beer & cocktails.

5928 N 26th St

Baked-potato focused eatery boasting a full bar and pinball machines.

1014 M.L.K. Jr Way

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

1428 Post Alley (Seattle)

Lively club presenting touring comedians & open-mike nights, plus a full food & drink menu.

933 Market St

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

3509 Fremont Ave N (Seattle)

Snug joint featuring cider flights and taps, plus a simple menu for snacks and pretzels.

2115 S C St

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)

Eclectic New American fare, craft beer, house cocktails & wine served in a chic, trendy space.

1718 99th St E

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)

Black-owned comedy venue featuring rising regional stars and national headliners.

1530 Pacific Ave

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)