So, this place is a total dive, but that is what makes it special. The bartenders always remember us and what we drink. Really diverse crowd. Excellent bar food. Not the cleanest place. You'll get the occasional bar fight. Once in a blue moon, someone gets sprayed with pepper spray, which sucks for everyone. Averages out to a pretty alright place. read more

Berts has the best burgers around. I have had good service, but remember at times they are very busy and you need to make your order clear and fast. They may not immediately acknowledge but they don't forget and you will be served. I have been going there off and on since the late seventies of course at times under different management . Seen it all and for the most part in the afternoon after work a good natured crowd. On the weekends it is a younger crowd Friday and Saturday nights. So that is what you get. I don't get where someone commented that there were all male bartenders. Very far from reality. One of the hardest working people I have observed any where is female. Also I do not get over served. If you are inclined a heated outdoor smoking area and a fun horseshoe pit. So realize it has been around many years and is a good place to stop and have a cold beer and some conversation with someone you may never see again. read more

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The large man who I assume is the bar tender acted as if me being there was bothersome. He was taking bets at one counter while I waited to order a drink and food. He all but rolled his eyes and slumped on over. When he gave me my first drink he let me know there wasnt table service and to keep coming back up for drinks. The food was horrific. The fish had brown parts inside that were indescribable. The chicken tenders appeared to have had freezer burn and attempted to be fried. bad bar food is one thing. But to be Rude to customers is another. Very disgusted with the appearance inside. It's very much a place where only the few who go there regularly get waited On. No worries. wont be returning and will pass the word along read more

This place has turned to the worse. The bartenders were not friendly and made me feel stupid when I ordered my drink. In addition, the bartender served his friends before us when they had just walked in and we were clearly in line for way longer. Slowing getting worse than what I'm used to and definitely not as good as it was 2 years ago. read more

Bert's is a fine, old establishment with friendly bartenders and a diverse crowd of fellow patrons. We were astonished when we made our second visit and the bartender, Tonya, remembered our drink order from the time before (which was a few weeks past)! The servers work their hiney's off and do it with a smile. The food is basically bar food but really, really GOOD bar food - the burgers are terrific, I doubt you'll be disappointed if you're a burger fan. I didn't give the place five stars only because we're not smokers and the smoking area smell, although outside, trickles in and is a little on the strong side (the door opening and closing all the time lets a good deal of smoke inside) But hey, it's a bar and that's just the way it is. It certainly doesn't deter us from stopping by every couple of weeks or so. read more

The bartender on the night of June 19th, 2018 was horrible! He humiliated me in front of other patrons sitting at the front of the bar. He kept repeating, "if you don't have enough to pay for the tab, why don't you just use your business card." That is unethical, unprofessional, and disrespectful! Yes, I own my own business, but I set restrictions and budget myself. Who ever was working that night should be let go due to his actions and attitude. I will never come back and will not recommend this bar to my peers/family members. Bartenders at this location need to learn business ethics. I will be contacting the business owner directly myself. read more

Would give negative if I could. It's a creeper hang out with crappy bartenders that only have the aim to get girls wasted. Always fights breaking out. Here's a tip Bert's.. Change your attitude and control your pours and you might get a better crowd in there. Will never return. read more

Love this place. It's a dive bar to the fullest extent...stained carpet, uneven bar stools and pull tabs. That being said, the sound system for music, customer service and beer/alcohol selection toon is great! They also have an outdoor horse shoe pit. read more

Love old dive bars. I don't even live in the area anymore but I do stop in whenever in the area.

What a dump. First the place is a mess. And the beer is warm. Second the bartenders will walk over to your pool game and throw the balls in the pockets at 1:45 and tell you to leave. What good customer service. If you like to drink shitty beer in a scuzzy bar and have dick head bartenders. Then this is your bar read more

Classic neighborhood watering hole where everybody knows your name. The pours are deep, the bar keeper is attentive and the patrons are friendly. They have a large outdoor seating area. The decor is nothing special but you will feel like family after spending a couple of hours here. read more

Total dive bar and that's why I like it! Totally laid back with cold beers and stiff liquor. What more can I say... I'm definitely going back when hanging out in that area. read more

Bert's has strong drinks but gets a little too wild on the weekends. Good deals on drinks, but a cramped and unpredictable place to drink!

This place is always a good time, sometimes too much of a good time. Only downside is the layout of the bar doesn't do good for big crowds. And the ladies bathroom is in need of a semi upgrade. read more

You like darts, nice people, and beer??! This bar has been around for ages. They have a large outdoor wrap around deck that is mostly covered. The deck is great for hanging outside with a drink, near the heat lanterns, talking with friends and maybe enjoying a cigarette. read more

I don't get the mixed reviews some ppl say they need to regulate better but I had a friend get kicked out pretty fast n she was not originally acting bad ... Shit got worse when they told her to leave lol could've just cut her off honestly then she wouldn't of started screaming bahaha but whatever it's def not classy but that's why I like it read more

I feel so much better after they got rid of a mean bartender named Dave. He was a bully & didn't stand for what the Mill Creek community is all about-- inclusiveness, fun, diverse, open, REAL & 21st Century. I like to feel safe, relaxed & want to enjoy my time at a place where my hard-earned money supports the Bert's employees. Now I feel like I can again hang out without any worries that I will be builied by the bartender & his creepy clique. So happy Dave is gone & now I will be hangin' out at Bert's more often. read more

Stiff drinks & fun atmosphere. Bartenders are fun & attentive, had Joseph & felt well taken care of. Definitely will be back!

The only bar I go to. Small but so full of life and fun. There has never been a dull moment at this place. Dave and Blu and Ben (the bartenders) are what makes the whole experience worth while. read more

My group was treated poorly by a bartender who has a lip piercing and gauges in his ears. He scowled at us as soon as he came for no reason. There was a definite racist undertone going on in this place. People of color beware. read more

This is the best bar in the neighborhood. Stiff drinks with a fun atmosphere. I enjoy the darts pool table and especially horse shoes.

I am a firm believer in supporting local businesses. However, I think that their right to such support goes out the window when they cease to have respect for their patrons. When my friends and I paid a visit to Bert's Tavern in Bothell the Tuesday before Christmas, the staff made a friendly enough first impression. Everyone at the table was talking with the manager, who happened to be our server, and one girl in our party asked whether she would win a free drink for solving the word puzzle that came with her beer. The manager's response was no, she would not, but he might think about it if she showed him her 'boobs'. I immediately pointed out that he was out of line -- and he pointedly ignored me. Later, he returned and "apologized" for not having realized this was a table full of feminists (clearly, one has to be a raging feminist to wish that a perfect stranger not ask that she show him her breasts), and then proceeded to inform us that we had come into Bert's, implying that these sort of comments were simply to be expected there. What year is this again? At what point are we going to stop treating women as objects to be tossed around in conversation? How sad that this individual and his establishment have so little respect for both themselves and for women. To the residents of Bothell, I implore you: do not tolerate this kind of disrespect in our city. Write a letter to Bert's, or drop by and let the manager know that you do not support this kind of behavior. Local businesses are important, and they are just as much a part of the community as anyone; Bert's Tavern seems to have forgotten that. read more

This is a good old fashioned neighborhood BAR. kind of grungy, but great service, and a great crowd. I really enjoy the outdoor seating, they even have a couple heaters out there which makes it nice on one of our sunny cold days around here. I had the chicken tenders, they were pretty darn good and huge portion, I only finished with help from the other 3 people that I was with. I will definitely go back during the summer time, great place to sit outside and have a cold one. read more

The classic Bert's ! This really is the neighborhood watering hole. There deck area and back yard are legit! A good place to drink with friends. read more

When I moved to the area, the first thing I set out to do was find a new bar to call home. I haven't been in lately, only due to work, but this place is spot on. Relaxed, low key, great music, an they have gold fish racing! Plus the bartenders are awesome as all get out. read more

It dosnt look like much from the road, but its a pretty nice place. We loved the outside area and the covered decks.

If you're a connoisseur of dive bars as I am, Berts is easily the cream of the crop. The bartenders are friendly, as are the regulars. Check out bingo on Mondays... there isn't anything like it anywhere else in the area! read more

Pretty good place, nice environment. Safe.

Been to this place quite a few times now, and it's always a great time! I love all the bartenders. The service is quick and the drinks are strong. The outside patio is awesome to hang out at in the summer and even in the fall because of the heaters. There's such a diverse group, it's always interesting to see who shows up at Bert's! read more

They would get a better review if the people who flocked there weren't rude. Cheap drinks, however some of the service could be better. Granted they have a lot of people on busy nights and it is a small bar but still, sometimes I feel like I am pushed off. Biggest downside is TONS of cops sit outside of it. TAKE A CAB. read more

This was a great place to gather and have some drinks!!! Everyone is friendly, employees and patrons. The drinks are strong and the food is taste! I am headed back for what I am told is the best Taco Tuesday in the Northwest! ;) that may be an exaggeration from one drunk patron, but I am going to give it a try....I recommend you do as well. Can't lose with Bert's if you ask me! read more

You can't go wrong with this place! It's like the hometown bar with a lot of character. Good for whatever you are looking for in a bar. The crowd is the best part about it. 20-30 year old night crowd. read more

As far as dive bars go this is as good as it gets!!! It's highlights include: Juke box. Horse shoe pits out back. Darts. Large deck that is covered when it rains for smoking or just relaxing and enjoying your drink. Live cover band on Saturday nights (usually). Quite the variety of patrons!!! Not the kind of bar that tolerates any bull shit. I've never seen a fight break out here. Drama gets checked at the door! The bartenders remember your drinks after a couple times and who doesn't love that?! Don't think you are getting in if you aren't 21!!! Super chill atmosphere!!! And all of that is why I love this bar!!! read more

O Bert's always a entertainment when I come here. Relaxing local bar. Lots of locals go here. Great place to watch the sounders games :) you won't have to go far for good drinks and good times. read more

Get place to go have some drinks. I always have a great time and meet new people. I will come back again.

Do you really need me to tell you this place is awful? No, you don't. It's obvious. Oh, and they will tow your car if your not willing to drive home drunk. So, if you want to avoid $500 towing charges don't even bother parking in their lot, just go somewhere nicer that doesn't do things like that. read more

I love Berts. The atmosphere is unassuming - the staff is friendly, and the people are diverse. This is a great hang out where everyone is friendly! read more

New to the area and what a sweet spot!! Hella chill and damn can they poor a drink!!!! And cheap too! What more can you ask for...... well, maybe a stripper pole, mechanical bull, and FREE BEER!! But realistically, cheap prices and stiff drinks..... Bert's, you got me HOOKED! Well done, I'll be there daily, you can count on that. read more

cheap strong drinks! friendly staff and regulars!! darts and horseshoes!! this place rocks!!!!

May not look like much, but Bert's tends to be a hub for activity on otherwise quiet weeknights in the Bothell/Mill Creek area. Get to know the bartenders and you won't regret it. People watching can yield non-stop entertainment as the crowd is always raucous and diverse. read more