What a delightful gem of a bar that matches the vibes of Fremont. I can't believe it took me this long to pop in but so glad I did. The dark bar has thematic rooms that you can explore and in talking to some of the regulars - there apparently was a downstairs portion that was super cool to hang out in that no longer exist as an option. Can they bring this back??? All in all, the service was amazing - great quirky vibes. Not a chill place to hang out if you want to have a low key night but rather a great place to hang with friends over a few drinks if you're looking for a different vibey bar. read more

Quite possibly the RADDEST bar in all of Seattle. Three different themed rooms (space room was our favorite), cheap drinks, friendly bartenders, chill front patio. We were visiting from Portland and loved this place so much we popped in both nights we were in town. 100% will be back! read more

A Seattle weather/vibes-themed bar that plays metal music, with a friendly neighborhood watering hole feel. The bartenders are super welcoming and a lot of the patrons seem to be regulars. I stopped by alone before meeting up with friends at the High Dive for a show and had their house E9 beer on tap. The laid-back, casual vibe extends to the patio where people were hanging out. They also recently installed a mini split so summers here will be a comfortable oasis from the heat. Definitely coming back! read more

The bar security guy (October 17th, around 11:33 PM) was extremely rude. We were just standing near the bar, and he told us to move in a very disrespectful way, saying he needed to talk to the bartender. His attitude completely ruined the vibe -- totally unnecessary and unprofessional. read more

Typical Seattle dive bar and I mean that quite fondly. Drinks are strong and cheap, service friendly and there's usually a dog or two to pet. They have a super cool back room and a seating alcove with an abominable monster who roars and flashes his eyes every so often. They get packed on the weekends so I usually avoid but if you can do during the day or on a week night it'll be well worth the visit. read more

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Love this bar! The themed rooms are so cool and the bartenders are always so nice! It seems intimidating because there's always people hanging out on the patio but I've had nothing but good experiences here! read more

Being permanently 86'd from an environment centered on booze and "subversive music/culture" that you've felt as a safe place should be devastating. You've made an horrific mistake you can't remember or something of the like. It can be a blessing. I moved up to whatever Seattle - it and nobody else knows what this city is - from Los Angeles a year ago. People who should be attuned are not and feel threatened when they don't. So progressive. What does someone with direct slave lineage know about the pitfalls of subjugation? Stupid me. If you're stuck in middle-high school, this place is for you. Uh, so long as you're white and can agree with the locals' indifference. Make friends, keep to yourself, doesn't matter. If you aren't the "right fit," "go suck an egg." If you have no passion about anything other than keepin things the way they've been, you may love it. Don't let them know you didn't go to elementary school together nor that you can't understand the lyrics screamed over the sound-system and you'll be fine. "Sound-system" is a bit misleading; it implies that black/brown people feel welcome there. Sorry. Ask Tony how their newborn child is doin; guaranteed they don't know. Maybe ask why his saliva is so thin as well. Plenty of people have spat in my face before but I've never felt bad for them until now. Maybe weak, meaningless people have excretions to match? Regardless, cheap drinks and a place to smoke outside are nice. Cliquey cnts and anachronistic baby boys aren't. You think Amazon is bad, wait till you meet the people who think they're "better" than Amazon cause they're "OG." Don't ask them where they're actually from though. Good chance they'll send an over-served buddy after you. Ain't a chance anyone will stand up for that in which they actually believe. But, booze is cheap and you can smoke on the patio. Unfortunately, I don't have the luxury - nor disposable income - to stick my head up my ass each night. Good luck with tourist season! read more

Nice fun bar - coming from the NE, I wouldn't call this a dice bar but more dive bar vibes. It's fairly clean and the decor is fun in each room. Drink prices were super reasonable and I enjoyed the heavy metal music. There are a few tables and places to sit to chat as well as enough room to stand. read more

Bar House - Space room - Dive Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm not sure about the food but I came late night o Wednesday and drinks are pretty cheap and it's a very divey bar. Bartender was very friendly and recommended awesome food places in the city. I'll definitely come back here. read more

Bar House - Espolón tequila and $1 PBR - Dive Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Bar House, Bar House, Bar House, where do I start with this establishment? Ive been drunken-ly frequenting Bar House for about 8 years now and it never disappoints. Whether you're looking for a 2 dollar can of Oly or a fine cocktail Bar House will satisfy your thirst. Even though I don't fit in very well at this metal bar I sure am treated nicely every time I stop by. The front deck is great for posting up to watch the world walk by but my favorite part is the space room (not sure if that is the official name). The amount of nice people I've met back there while slugging by Oly's is too many to count. If you're a belly-up sort of person then maybe you can grab a stool and watch Frieburger (probably spelled that wrong) slang drinks while rocking out to great music. Don't bother reading any other reviews of this place and do yourself a favor and swing by Bar House. read more

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Drinks are cheap, ambiance is really nice, music selection and decorations are fantastic! One of the bartenders is super cool and friendly, was getting along with everyone and very attentive. Later in the night a different bartender came over and took my friend's drink away and told him he had to get out of there. We were all taken aback as we had just been talking and they just singled out our one friend. Even the other patrons sitting near us were surprised. It didn't help that my friend is black; I like to think and hope that wasn't the reason he was refused service by this new bartender, but these days who knows anymore. Unfortunately because of that experience I have to rate this place a 1, and will not be returning. read more

I am so happy I stumbled across this place. The vibes are immaculate. There was the general bar seating with cool ship decor on the ceilings. There was a black light room with fun galaxy prints splattered all over the walls. My favorite was a jungle room right next to the main door. It's a private room with cool jungle decor and sound effects. As for the cocktails, I ordered the Bananarama, which I really enjoyed! It was a sweet, creamy, banana flavored cocktail. read more

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Bar House is exactly that, including the living room with the main bar and a funky ceiling (look up!), the dining room converted into a dark nook, a back room where "there is space" including painted space theme and lighting, and a dingy but otherwise fine bathroom. Good selection of drafts and other drinks, friendly bartender, and a lively ambiance even on a Tuesday evening. Bottom line: I like it and would go back for a pint! read more

Came here for a quick beer before our dinner reservation. The bar is funky, dark, little drinking hole. I can see people having a lot of fun here on a weekend night. It's very divey but is taken a step further with unique spaces. The front has a small secluded room that we weren't able to check out because it was occupied. But the back room was super cool with a trippy coloring scheme with black lighting. read more

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Great lil hidden spot. Had a drink here after dinner last Saturday. Cool ocean situation with ships on the ceiling, fun vibes, attentive bartenders. Will be back read more

Go to Bar House. But don't tell anyone about it. It's amazing and feels like such a hidden gem. There are theme rooms. There are random lightening strikes. The bartenders are rad and so are the patrons. I've always felt at home here and never regret the choice to drink my Manny's in the jungle room. Never change, Bar House. Never change. read more

Bar House - Beer under blacklight - Dive Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

When first entering, the bartender was already in some kind of mood, which I assume to be from the holiday crowd and bustle. When asked to present our IDs, she initially checked Friend A's ID and held onto it for an extended period of time, then handed it back claiming she took longer "because you look very young." For reference, he is born in 1992. Afterwards, Friend B presented their Oregon ID and was promptly told to "get out" in a very aggressive and rude tone. When asked what the issue was, she claimed that she would not take his ID because it seemed fake. After suggesting that she use a stronger flashlight to reveal the holographic material present on all IDs, she held it up to a black light and again claimed that she "would not be taking this" and repeated her previous statement, telling us to "get out" in a more aggressive tone. To add onto her statement, she said "you're lucky I'm even giving this back to you." After trying to defuse the situation and attempting to ask why we were being removed, she repeatedly told us to get out. If TSA has taken has ID, given that he came FROM a flight, why would they not take it and treat us like that? If she had started by treating us with the minimum amount of respect necessary for human interaction, a different result may have happened. Unfortunately, she was extremely rude from the start and extremely aggressive to boot. If she simply spoke to us in a calmer, nicer tone, there would have been no problems. However she decided to disrespect us and repeatedly verbally abuse us. Please train your bartenders better and treat people kindly. Happy holidays. read more

Welcome to a bar you're not cool enough to walk into. You can't fake this level of cool. It's hard, it's loud AF, it's fun, it's a great deal, if you're lucky enough to get a seat on the porch, don't bother getting up and keep the shots and beers coming. If only they'd not be closed down for swapping the fake campfire room out with a real one (and pray that no one added diesel fuel "for fun" on night). read more

The bartender cannot determine out of state id's to in state if's because he has issues and thought it was funny to kick people out for no reason. We were clearly of age but he refused because one person was out of state. read more

My kid and I had a great time at this bar. We got excellent drinks, and the bartender was super cool. I'm into metal, but I didn't hear any played here. Would definitely come again for more drinks, cool decor, and hopefully some hard-core metal music! read more

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Okay so I do appreciate the uniqueness of this bar, it is very Seattle ha. Although the intense heavy metal-ish music was not my cup of tea. Having a conversation is not the easiest of tasks, or seeing the person you're trying to chat with because it's also rather dark. The small forest room complete with fake campfire, trees and Big Foot is pretty cool though, not going to lie. Yes the Big Foot moves and roars on occasion so be prepared for that... I may or may not have jumped off my seat lol. I probably wouldn't come back but it's worth experiencing if you're into the above. (I stopped by during a weeknight in the fall and there were open seats available.) read more

I went here with my friends and woman bartender was rude from the beginning. I don't know if she's trying to be racist because there was no white person in our group. But she was rude and claimed that my friend's Oregon ID was fake even though it was real. She was rude and told him to go. I think the owner should properly train their bartender, it's really bad for your business. read more

Last April, I got to visit Seattle for the first time - and ever since then I haven't stopped thinking about Bar House!! My Seattle friends described it as a "Metal Bar". Maybe it was a quiet night or something, but nothing really seemed "Metal" about the place, but it was VERY cool. I didn't expect the stormy special effects, the ocean on the ceiling, and the boats. While inside the dimly lit front room, I really did feel like we were in a shack by the sea seeking refuge from a storm. The back "galaxy room" was also cool - but we really just hung out there waiting for the "forest room" to clear out - and when it did, we hung out there the rest of the night. While I don't drink alcohol, I visit bars often - whether I'm playing music or just hanging out with friends. I can't really give any feedback on the drinks, but my friends enjoyed them and said they were reasonably priced! I haven't come across another place with quite the same feel, atmosphere, and people as Bar House. This spot was incredibly chill and fun. I've mentioned Bar House to everybody that's asked about my Seattle trip, and I hold Bar House at the very top of my "coolest bars" list. None of the photos I took did the interior any justice - you've just got to check it out for yourself! read more

I like this theme-y bar. Among other things, it features a black light space room, a forest room, a button which sends sound effects to another part of the bar. Drinks are reasonably priced & every time I've visited they've been blasting metal. Apparently they also have reasonably priced hot dogs (both vegan and carnivore) and nachos although I have yet to sample either of those delights. read more

Bar House - Dive Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wow! Not sure how this bar ever manages to make money! The last two times I have been there I have seen people kicked out for minor "infractions". The female bartender is perpetually angry and clearly spoiling for a fight. She's surly and yelling at would be customers and clearly angry A.F.... Maybe wants to close up and customers are an inconvenience? Pokey bar with obnoxiously loud heavy metal music and a side of verbal abuse... Hard pass for me!! read more

Hooooooooooly shit, excuse my French, but this bar needs more recognition! Like if you're in Fremont looking for a great place to grab a few drinks, COME HERE. This is a bar with four different themes in a single building! When you walk in, it looks like a bar straight out of a Western with a really cool porch for smoking. There's a bar and tables in this main area. The second cool room was a forest room, complete with branches, tree trunks, constellations on the ceiling and even pine scent on the fake campfire! There were nature noises playing too. The third room was a black lit space room with impressive illustrations and lots of tables. It was cool watching my rum and diet coke's straw glow in the black light. The fourth theme was in the bathroom- a deep sea submarine! There were submarine noises and a window to the sea right next to the toilet. The prices were great, and so were the bartenders. Make sure you stop here if you're in the area! read more

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Honestly a pretty lame dive. I have no problem with heavy metal.. but when we went in tonight the guy bartending was a complete cry baby. We went into the private room and started dancing and jokingly screamed (inhale while singing the words) and the bartender asked us to stop making fun of his music. How about you grow some self respect and understand not everything's about you. We felt uncomfortably and left. Weakest dive bartender and heavy metal enthusiast I ever met. read more

used to love this bar! the metal vibes are great and the front porch is legendary for people watching. however last night, a Saturday, the bouncer was on sort of power trip (you can see two other reviews from the same night saying as much!). We walked by with an empty cup of water in my hands from Add a Ball, and I was about to throw it away in the trash can next to Red Star Taco (also the only trash can on this stretch of sidewalk). However the bouncer assumed we were drinking in public (but let's be honest, what's the difference when the bar itself straddles a sidewalk and people are blowing cigarette smoke in the faces of passersby??) and barred us from entry without even looking us in the eyes. We attempted to explain his misperception but he'd already made up his mind. No disrespect to Bar House as a drinking establishment but I'd recommend waiting until they have some staff turnover to go. read more

These guys are anti-hydration and anti-waste disposal. Wouldn't let us into the bar because of an "open container" red solo cup we were carrying (and trying to throw out) which contained only water. Apparently, this was *not* a good look. However, I posit that the only "not good look" is the notion that all red solo cup carriers are drunk college kids coming from a frat house. Not like they had any trash cans outside for us to throw away the cup anyway. Barhouse, next time we'll just stay at Add A Ball. read more

Have never felt more uncomfortable during covid. The door guy put his hands on me after I followed a line of people in the entrance. I was just standing in line as he instructed me to and then everyone started walking in single file so I did as well. He walked right past everyone that had went in and put his hand on my shoulder and nudged me back while telling me the bar was at maximum capacity. I'm a 5'1" clearly female and very petite. I'm confused why he couldn't just verbally tell me the bar was at capacity? Why did he touch me? And why was I the only person told to leave and not even the people that walked in after I did? UPDATE: I live by the alley of this place. Today, Sunday, 3/21/2021 there is a fat group of people in their downstairs area that is facing the alley, no masks, no social distancing. read more

This is a RACIST place. I was just walking past by the outside patio seating this afternoon(6/28), 4 drunken men including 1 waiter looked at me up and down and then laughed loudly. They made me very uncomfortable and when I turned my head to look without saying anything, they started to verbal abuse me and call me in bad words such as bada** and asho** for no reason. Even not stop until I left. read more

Place is awesome. Check out downstairs...there is a solid gold restroom and make sure to watch the Santa choir at the top of the hour. read more

Bar House - The Gold Commode. - Dive Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cheap drinks! The main area looks like a small, normal bar. But suddenly, there was a boom of thunder, all the lights went out, and there was a Pirates-of-the-Carribean-esque cackle of laughter... Bar House is full of surprises. They have a cave-themed room with a fake campfire! A mysterious sign pointing to the back that says "Space Here"... Lo and behold, it's a space-themed back room! read more

Interesting spot, located inside of what used to actually be a house a few decades back, conveniently located on the main drag in Fremont. I've been there twice, and it is actually a bit nutty. The first time I went the place was rocking with metal music all night long, while the second time was pretty much pop or r&b. There is a weird back room with neon paint and black lights, which is kinda cool, but can also make you a little woozy. Unfortunately there is only one bathroom for both the guys and the girls. This has to be more unfortunate for girls than guys, because we all know the majority of guys couldn't piss off a cliff without missing. Overall, I will go back for their cribbage tournaments or an occasion party like a birthday or something, but probably wouldn't make this my local haunt. Cheers, and definitely check it out for yourself. Would give 3.5 stars but not necessarily my thing on an every day basis. read more

Bar tender suck ass terribly! Worst Bar tender ever! Just a splash of liquor. Dead as f*ck.

Good goofy place with a character of its own. Unique interiors ... some may say it's tacky and over the top. But well when you are drunk everything feels awesome. Cocktails are loaded with alcohol. Do not go there if you want to experience the most balanced cocktail recipes but if you want to get drunk, have fun, listen to thrash metal while drinking then this is the place :) read more

I've been to shows here a dozen times, they have a great setup downstairs and run a tight venue. The main bar upstairs is super chill, the bartenders are cool. I don't really get the bad reviews on this place, if you don't like the music then maybe go somewhere else? It's obvs a metal bar. Posers gotta hate on somebody I guess. read more

My boyfriend lost his card last night--he was asked to leave his number. Turns out, someone there found it and turned it in! Thanks guys! Very cool, themed spaces, decent prices. read more

While they have a cool interior aesthetic I found the staff to be rather rude and snobby acting frustrated when I was indecisive about ordering a drink. It has good potential but maybe some staff sensitivity training would be helpful read more

The place was really cool but then everything went down the tube as I interacted with the staff. I was putting my mask on as I walked in and I was quickly barked at by the lady behind the bar. For a place so hardcore you'd think they would be more relaxed. I felt hated as soon as I walked in. Perhaps because of my image. I suggest a more accepting crew. read more