This is it, the emperor of Seattle dive bars. Inimitable. Sui generis. My favorite place to hang…read moreout in downtown Seattle when bad decisions and fun are on my agenda. Time without number I've found myself here, be that first dates, my birthday, or New Year's Eve, and it always feels like home. If home were a clown/carnival themed acid trip of a pinball arcade bar, that is. And what's not to love about that? The bar tenders here are cool and friendly people who pour drinks with a heavy hand, and understand the mission: get the patrons who want to be drunk, drunk. The first few times I visited, I felt a leeriness about ordering food. But once I got over myself, I kinda fell in love with the menu, and I've probably eaten everything on it (including the clam chowder). Their hot dogs are wonders to behold, utter symphonies for the senses, and I refuse to visit Shorty's without getting one. Best dog in Seattle? Why yes. I think so. To paraphrase one reviewer: "Take your date here. If she doesn't like it, she's lame and you shouldn't waste your time with her anyways." Shorty's is the bomb.

The male bartender was extremely rude. As soon as we walked in, he aggressively asked for our IDs…read more Then, while my cousins and I were looking through the food menu, he barely gave us a chance to read it before saying, "I'll take whoever is ready to make my life easier." That's not something paying customers want to hear. I ended up ordering a drink for myself while the guys were looking at the menu because they were doing a food hop, and us girls were doing a bar hop. During that time, the bartender came back to our table at least four times within about five minutes. Instead of being attentive, it felt pushy and aggressive, especially since they were still deciding what they wanted. I've been here a few times before, but after this experience, this will definitely be my last visit.

The best service! Yummy food Good happy hour!! cool signs…read more That cocktail was perfectly crafted had a fun buzz

The service of the two men in the restaurant were amazing! Thank you! Food was delicious noddles…read morewas so good!!! Highly recommended this small location! Thank you so much!

Food was really good happy hours. Great server was really nice. I think his name was Brendan. My…read morefriend thought he was cute.

TL;DR: Abysmal service in a nearly empty restaurant, broken ordering tech, and a serious lack of…read morefood transparency regarding their high-end menu items. Save your money and go elsewhere. The Tech & Ordering Breakdown: The issues began immediately with a broken QR code ordering system. After we informed the staff, we were told to just wait. After wasting 10 minutes, we had to flag someone down to finally take our order in person. The entire process took 20 minutes due to zero proactive support. The Main Service & Food Transparency Issues: While the overall food quality was disappointing, the service was even worse. Our skewers arrived piled on a single plate with no explanation of what was what. Our server promised to check on the names of the dishes but never returned. She actively avoided our table for the rest of the night.We eventually flagged down someone who appeared to be the manager or owner. While polite, her service was just as inattentive. When she tried to identify the skewers, her explanation completely contradicted our actual order. We ordered one rounds of Wagyu--the most expensive item on the menu--but what we were served did not match. It left us feeling like the restaurant is either substituting premium cuts with cheaper meat or the staff is entirely untrained. Logistics & Drinks: The lack of basic service standards was shocking considering the restaurant only had two other tables occupied. A cocktail ordered at the very beginning of the night didn't arrive until we were almost finished eating, despite us successfully ordering multiple rounds of beer and sake throughout the meal. There is a complete lack of basic service standards and transparency here which is absolutely sad as the restaurant has pretty good ambiance. Despite the ambiance, I highly recommend spending your hard-earned money at one of Seattle's other excellent izakayas instead.

I've lived in the Seattle area my whole life, and I think we're lucky to have very delicious and…read moreconsistent Asian food. This restaurant takes it to another level. The flavors are INCREDIBLE... so much flavor. This is going to be a restaurant I recommend to friends and family visiting. I would recommend that if the weather is nice, you should sit outside, since it can get pretty hot inside where they're cooking. But the service was QUICK and I cannot recommend this place enough!!

We had such a fun experience at Bangrak Market! If you're looking for Thai street food in Seattle,…read morethis is definitely a spot to check out. The lively atmosphere and beautiful Thai-inspired decor made us feel like we were transported straight to Thailand. It's also a great place to come with friends and family or celebrate a birthday. We ordered a little bit of everything, including the famous fried fish, mango salad, pork skewers, Penang curry, Thai boat noodles, pad see ew, and pineapple fried rice. Everything came out piping hot and was packed with bold, authentic Thai flavors, including turmeric, lemongrass, and lime. Our favorite was the pork skewer. The meat was flavorful on its own, but dipping it into the sauce with onions, toasted rice powder, and tamarind took it to another level! The portions are also really generous, so there's plenty to share. And definitely save room for the mango sticky rice for dessert because it was the perfect sweet way to end the meal. Great food, amazing (fast, funny, and accommodating) service, generous portions, beautiful decor, and a fun atmosphere. We'd definitely come back!

MARY WAS GREAT! We came for a friends birthday and had a big table and she took great care of us.read more

"MARY! MARY! MARY!" is what our table chanted after having an excellent dining experience with Mary…read moreas our waitress. Food was awesome!

This is exactly what a neighborhood sports bar should be. The wings came out hot, crispy, and…read morepacked with flavor, and the loaded fries were seriously on point. I'd eat both fresh at the bar instead of taking them home because this kind of food is better straight out of the kitchen. No online ordering, no fancy gimmicks--just cold drinks, sports on TV, and damn good wings. And no ranch? Respect.

As folks visiting from the South, we appreciate good food and genuine hospitality, and Vindicktive…read moreBar and Wings in Seattle absolutely delivered. From the moment we walked in, we felt right at home thanks to Dom, one of the owners. He was an excellent host and a true professional who went out of his way to make our group of out-of-town guests feel welcome.The food itself was fantastic. The wings were great and cooked to perfection, coming out incredibly crispy on the outside while remaining juicy on the inside. Since we love a little heat, we tried the Habanero sauce along with the Reaper sauce. Both delivered a serious, flavorful kick that satisfied our craving for spice. To wash it all down, we paired the wings with an excellent local beer on tap, which rounded out the meal perfectly.Finding a spot that nails both the food and the service can be rare when traveling, but this place knocked it out of the park. It was a highlight of our trip to the Pacific Northwest. We highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area. Solid 5 out of 5 stars!

We were staying at the Marriott and were looking for some good pizza and Just the Tap did not…read moredisappoint. We ordered take out and it was a 7 minute walk and was easy to get to. The pizza only took about 15 minutes and was ready. I wish we would have eaten there because they had board games, pinball, and a wall of beer! The pizza was great. The crust was thin and crispy with a nice char. We got the Hawaiian and also a pepperoni pizza. The Hawaiian had nice thick pieces of ham and the pepperoni were small and curled up with crusty edges. The prices were also much more reasonable compared to other restaurants in the area.

Just the Tap is a great local bar with a divey feel and unique set up. It's huge with lots of…read moreseating! We had a large room rented out for our private party, but were still able to do some exploring. There are swings, pinball machines, large tables, couch seating, a bar in the back - so much space! The pizzas were delicious and the rosemary fries were tasty too. I loved being able to try different beers and ciders. My one complaint would be the lack of toilet paper and paper towels in the women's restroom. Overall an awesome venue, friendly staff, and great drink/food options. Can't go wrong!

This place is cute: imagine a bunch of sweet theater kids who've never been in an actual dive bar…read moresetting up and operating what they imagine to be a dive bar. (I mean, _faux_ graffiti painted in the bathrooms - yes, there's liquid standing on the floor, but I'm pretty sure it's just water they throw in there to make it look scary: my nose wouldn't lie to me about that.) Now throw in a fantastic kitchen doing really outstanding comfort food. There you go - the 5 Point Café. Pricing is reasonable, particularly given the location and the quality of the food. (We were happy with every bit of it, but those were some of the best hash browns I've had in years.) The service is friendly and welcoming - as soon as you break through their gruff "dive bar" act. It's great. I'd go back for the eats tomorrow.

Before continuing on with my day I wanted to grab a quick bite to eat. Nothing too big, but…read moresomething to hold me over until dinner later that day. I did a search for nearby eateries, and this was at the top of the list, with high ratings as well. I love that this is labeled as a dive. It truly is and it embraces that description. When I arrived, I had to wait at the podium outside to be seated. However, I most likely could have walked in and sat the counter/bar if I wanted. As soon as you walked in you could see why they label it a dive. What I noticed most was the warmth this place emitted. How welcoming it is as soon as you walked in here. As soon as I walked up to the bar and found a seat, I was greeted warmly by staff and able to look over the menu. The staff here are part of the charm. The staff, and I can't say this enough, were wonderful. You can tell this is a great place to work if staff show up early for their shift to just hang out. The guy behind the counter was great. He was funny and interactive. Chatting and taking jabs at the regulars. Where I was seated I had a front row seat to just about all the action. I was near the serving window which looked right into the kitchen. I got to see them in there whipping up the dishes for each order placed. Constant stream of employees buzzing in and out and I got to overhear a lot of good chatter. Not wanting a big meal I went with and order of poutine. Just seemed like a perfect small meal to have. That warmth of fresh cut fries covered in cheese curd and gravy was the perfect meal to have midday. I wish I would have had more time in the city. I would have come back and frequented this spot more. I know if I ever do come back, I will definitely make this a stop again.

It was a great find. The bartender was really friendly. We sat down to take a break after World Cup…read moreand got a drink and some of the bacon and cheese fries they were delicious! It's dark and moody and they do have karaoke. We enjoyed listening and watching people sing. Didn't get any pics!

I never see anyone in this place. Come Friday or Saturday night...hardly anyone in here when other…read moreplaces nearby are buzzing. While I don't know why people don't go, I do know why I don't. The last time I was there I was being actively ignored by multiple barkeepers acting super busy, walking up and down and polishing glasses or similar fillers on a non-busy night... Until I got up and walked out slowly to Provisions, a bar right across the street, to get a drink. With this attitude toward service, I'm sure none of them realized what kind of business walked out the door in that moment, given I live within walking distance, happen to like a good whiskey, and believe in tipping handsomely for good service. But I get it...surely they saw me and likely filter for a different type of clientele. It's just that even over the years I've been passing by it hasn't worked. But each to their own; never been back.

My husband and I stopped in after a long day visiting in seattle…read more What a jewel this place is! We started with cocktails and the warm pull apart bread and butter lettuce salad. The bread tasted homemade ...yeasty, flaky, warm....irresistible! The salad was excellent. The lettuce leaves were all fresh and paired perfectly with the cucumber, feta, bacon and house made dressing. Then we split the smoked pork tenderloin over polenta....the best pork tenderloin I've ever had. Perfect blend of flavors. Also seemed fully house made (which seems so rare anymore ). Service was attentive and helpful. Highly recommend!

Went here recently for a random happy hour after work, had not been to this place in a couple of…read moreyears. I remembered that their drinks and bourbon selection/pricing used to be incredible. As with all things lately, prices have gone up on some of their rarer pours. The standard basic cocktails though were still reasonable and decently priced for the location. The atmosphere is great and service was pretty quick. The outdoor patio is still there which was a nice addition from 2019/2020 era. Some of their bourbons are still reasonably priced. Their food is pretty good. Would recommend the tacos, the burger, and carne asada. The nachos were not particularly for me, and also seemed to come out cold. Seemed to have cheese sauce instead of actual cheese. It was a cold day however. This place is mainly great for happy hour after work, but will come back and try dinner another time. Staff is great though. Really quaint and awesome spot to post up. good food, good service, good drinks, good selection, and still better pricing than most bars with what they have to offer. Will be going back again sooner. cheers