The 5 Point Cafe is a neighborhood dive bar and restaurant that offers sumptuous American comfort food, including roast beef sandwich, Cuban marinated pulled pork sandwich, burgers and homemade chili soup. This popular cafe is open day and night and is acclaimed as one of the best dive bars in the city due to its inexpensive prices and down-to-Earth atmosphere. The unpretentious decor has a few unusual twists, such as a moose head that's covered in bras or some risque Polaroids behind the bar. Make sure you check out the great deals during their Happy Hour.
Just look for the crocodile skin-patterned sign in the window and you'll have found this popular hangout in Seattle. Part eclectic diner, part rock club, it draws people from all over to its location in chic Belltown. Famous rock stars that have Seattle roots have been known to play inexpensive, unannounced shows at this happening location. Spend an eventful time as you indulge in live music with great lights, high-quality sound, and eclectic drink options at the small bar.
Opened in 1993, this bar became a nightclub in 1998 by adding a dance floor, full bar and full menu. Here there's a typical bar atmosphere complete with pool tables, darts and pinball machines. The facility actually consists of four bars, two with DJs, and there's also a cafe and patio. The food is Cajun, and even when the kitchen is closed you can still order cold sandwiches and wraps.
This nightclub located in downtown Seattle has the city's biggest dance floor, spinning music from both national and local DJs. It has state of the art sound and light effects. The feel in the club ranges from eclectic to ethereal. It has a classy VIP room which overlooks the dance floor from the balcony level. This club is ideal for 20 somethings who like clubbing on a huge scale. Friday and Saturday nights are really alive when the huge dance floor opens up for the party goers.
Head to the Tractor Tavern for a fun time with great music and drinks in Seattle. This rustic bar is a popular hangout spot for the locals and tourists alike and is known for hosting several live music gigs regularly. Though the interiors exude an old world charm, they are well-facilitated with a stage and modern sound equipment that promise a great acoustic experience. Tap your feet to some amazing performances while you sip on enticing beverages offered on their menu.
A series of brewers have tried their luck with this West Seattle Junction location. This latest opened here in 1997 and attempts to broaden its appeal by catering to families and hip urbanites. The decor favors brass, and the smoking section's location upstairs with the pool tables keeps the air fresher downstairs. The pub has 10 beers on tap, six brewed onsite. There's also root beer on tap for the kids. Burgers and sandwiches dominate the menu. Hear live folk and jazz music most Saturdays. Call ahead for hours.
The American dream is alive and well here at Georgetown Brewing Company. Friends Roger Bialous and Manny Chao turned their brewing-in-the-garage hobby into this fixture of the Pacific Northwest beer scene. With five full-time brews and many others on tap, free samples make this the place for beer geeks to nerd out. Not sure which beer is right for you? The friendly staff is there to answer all your questions. Have a lot of questions? Take a Saturday brewery tour and learn how that fine beverage you're holding is made (just make sure to reserve your spot beforehand).
Situated at the top of a hill, this secluded winery delights its patrons with delicious wines, a scenic setting and a homey atmosphere. Owners John and Peggy revel in treating guests like royalty, offering valet parking for that extra luxurious touch. After a visit to JM Cellars, you will feel as if you've discovered a secret that you want to keep all your own.
The Masonry in Lower Queen Ann has a lot to offer between its range of craft beers, hand picked wines and delicious pizzas. The contemporary eatery boasts of a chic dining area, a fantastic open kitchen layout and interesting lighting emitted from old beer bottles. The food menu comprises of several, drool-worthy, wood-fired pizzas, that feature a beautiful thin crust, with puffed up edges, and fresh, local ingredients, will make your taste buds sing with delight. If that doesn't impress you, they are also armed with a prolific drink selection with several beers, ciders and wines on taps as well as numerous other bottled pints. Needless to say, The Masonry makes for a delightful dining experience.
Located on Northwest Alder Place, the Montalcino Ristorante Italiano offers authentic Italian cuisine. You'll be hard pressed to find a better restaurant in town to satiate your Italian food cravings. Locally owned and operated by the Italian Nardone family, they offer a diverse menu serving scrumptious pastas, pizzas, seafood and more. Loyal patrons swear by their Lobster Ravioli alla Mia, meat loaded Grigliata Mista and greens special Insalata di Montalcino. All their dishes are cooked with the choicest of fresh ingredients, prepared under the culinary expertise of chef Michelina Nardone. Their alcohol menu is quite impressive as well; they serve fine wines and tempting mixed drinks. The decor is very elegant and the dim lighting fixtures makes Montalcino a perfect venue for an intimate dinner with your special someone. Live music performances by talented local artists keeps visitors entertained.