What a great find! We live in CA but visit relatives frequently. I'm not sure how we've never come across this place before! Parkway Tavern checks all the boxes -- great beer selection, delicious food, good music, and a really cool neighborhood atmosphere. It's tucked right into the middle of a residential neighborhood and feels like a true local spot. The French dip was excellent. The roast beef was perfectly grilled, flavorful and tender, and the sandwich was really well done. Bonus - the bathrooms were super clean! Great food, great beer, ambiance, location and music. Definitely worth going a few miles out of your way! read more

Parkway Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

They recently started carrying whiskeys here, and while they don't have a huge selection, what they do have is super rare and at a reasonable price! They have all the Pappy van Winkles as well as most of the Buffalo Trace Antique collection. They only do 2 oz pours (no half pours) but the prices are still more affordable than any other place you'd find on the West Coast. Some downsides is that they don't have glencairn glasses and the place has your typical tavern smells, so you won't get the full isolated whiskey tasting experience. This place is after all a tavern, so most of the focus is on beers and a communal experience. If you're looking to try something rare without wanting to buy the whole bottle though, I think coming here for whiskey is still pretty good. read more

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It's like a dive bar that has its life together. It's the functional alcoholic non-alcoholic who also grows kale in their backyard, but just for the Wendy's SuperBar nostalgia. With tasty beer. read more

Huge fan of Parkway Tavern! Great location, nestled in a neighborhood in the Stadium-ish district. Cocktails are reasonably priced and delicious. Food is always great and the service is too! Came in on a Friday night with some friends, snagged a table by the pool table in the back. Ordered the smoked salmon and French onion dip with ruffles- great bar food. Highly recommend! read more

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Wonderful neighborhood pub. Very basic, but good food choices (burgers, chips). Great beer selection. Easy, welcoming service and good people vibe. Back room includes pool table a pinball machines read more

Seriously great burger! We loved the atmosphere, service and location. A unique spot just a few minutes from the Tacoma Dome.

Come for a book club meeting, they let us use the middle room area. Service was great. Nick handled this woman in our group like a champ! She can't have gluten. She ordered a salad. I'm 99% sure it didn't have croutons buried in the middle, but she freaked out that her fork hit something crunchy and hard. Was most likely bacon but whatever. (The bacon was cooked too crispy perfection visually). She lost it. He didn't argue and had her another one made with the bacon on the side. Kuddos to him. While I fully sympathize with her concerns with gluten, she didn't fish out an actual crouton to show. The 3 cheese burger is absolutely a must! Personally I recommend salt and vinegar chips with it... Great mocktail options and they were happy to make anything off menu for me! Parking is tough but 100000% recommend checking this place out. read more

There are a few established taverns in Austin, Billy's and the Draught House, but I have to say Parkway Tavern in Tacoma is hands down the most the amazing scenario. Nestled is an old neighborhood, surrounded by huge trees and beautiful flowers, has an ambiance that surpasses anything I have ever seen. It's a neighborhood bar, full service, with great beers on tap and great drinks. I spent two weeks in Tacoma with my sister, and we visited almost everyday. I met Jessie and Camille amongst sweet people. So very friendly. Their food options were special. I loved their simple hamburger and adored the dill pickle dip, I went home that night and found a similar recipe and made it for a party at my niece's. If you ever get up there, please find the time to stop by. I swear you won't regret it. This bar was established in 1935!! read more

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My husbands favorite bar. He loves going for their Randall night on Mondays. Has been doing it every year since he moved here. They have a short menu, but everything is yummy. Though I'm not a beer drinker the other options they have are always great for me. Service is quick. Very dive bar feel read more

Parkway Tavern - 80th anniversary 7/27/2024 - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Popped in for Saturday lunch.Place was busy in this cosy neighbourhood pub.Full bar with games area in the back.Pool,darts,TV's.Ordered their version of a cheesesteak sandwich which was decent.But it was the clam chowder which really got my attention.Very similar recipe as the chowder at the Spar Tavern (original version).Tasty.Friendly staff,very reasonable prices.Big selection of draft beers,small beer garden in front.Worthy of a return visit. read more

I haven't been to The Parkway in years. I forgot how many beers they had on tap! Such good stuff. The staff was super friendly and the vibe is very chill. read more

Parkway Tavern - Lucky envelope pineapple whip sour - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Our neighborhood pub. We love it here so much. Great beer/bartenders and such a cozy vibe. It reminds me of "cheers". It can get really busy on Friday and Saturday nights. I also love having lunch here on quiet afternoons. The food is always fresh and delicious. So many local rotating taps, too. And love the casual outdoor seating when it's nice out. read more

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This was an accidental date night find. My husband and I had to take my daughter to a concert in town and we're looking for a low key dinner date spot, and found this little gem. Service was great, food amazing, atmosphere 10/10 the front was a little more quiet where you could easily have an intimate setting for a date, or read a book, where is the back is a little more lively! Amazing beer selection and staff was so kind and helpful! read more

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Different homemade soups each day. Great food in a cozy space where people can actually hold a conversation. I like to come here in the fall for Husky Football games. Great selection of beers and ciders. Nice clientele and service. read more

Bigger than it looks, must have french dip. Good date spot (private/social, stuff to do, quiet corners) servers nice, place is clean. Needs fries, chips stink. Multi taps read more

This is a good neighborhood, burger and beer place. Close to my home & very convenient. It's been there since the 1930s so prides itself on being legendary. We went on a Sunday night and it wasn't very crowded so can't say what it would be like on any other given night. might be a a little more entertaining and lively. read more

I have come here often enough to know their menu by [allost] heart. It's a few blocks away and I absolutely love the staff, atmosphere, games, and menu/value! Their soups are to die for and they offer Tim's chips which are absolutely bomb. It's only a tavern so no liquor but that doesn't stop them from slinging brews left and right Tonight I got a Jalepeno burger with soup of the day Clam Chowder w/ Bacon. I am never disappointed whenever I come here. Always a great default option read more

Lovely small neighborhood tavern (beer, wine, cider) and grill (burgers, sandwiches, soup, salads). Food is delicious. Small menu, but more personality than most. Servers were attentive and kind. Their keg refrigeration system went kaput the day before we were there. They had most of their kegs on ice- I hope they can get a new system soon! read more

Came here with my family while in the Seattle area for a long weekend. We love a classic tavern and this place delivered. Great beer selection, wonderful atmosphere and service, menu was no fluff and food was delicious. Will be back! read more

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My Uber took me to the wrong tavern and I am thankful! What a cool indoor outdoor atmosphere. If you like beer this is your place! They had so many awesome beers on tap and you can tell the cycle the selection! I had the pickle dip special Tyand it was tasty! I also ate the caprese burger! What great flavor the burger had and the meat was definitely not frozen! Bartenders were very busy but managed the chaos very well! read more

I've been coming in with a friend for a while now on Thursdays for some dinner and drinks (and company). First up: Peyton is the best! Whenever I need a recommendation for a drink she finds the perfect one. She's friendly and knowledgeable about what they're pouring. Next up: The food. I've tried most of the sandwiches and a few of the burgers and all of them have been pretty good. Everything I have tried has been good - my fave has been the BBQ beef with jalapeños. The atmosphere is fun and exactly what you want from a neighborhood tavern - which is why I come by regularly. Stop by Parkway and you won't be disappointed. read more

What a cute find! Came to Parkway Tavern for date night recently and I can see why it's a local favorite. I can't speak much to the menu as we didn't eat, but there's a few things that sound really good - especially the Pesto Chicken Sandwich! We were surprised that they didn't have Bodhi on tap (that's happened a few times recently!) but we ended up trying another hazy IPA that we both really enjoyed. Since it was a Friday night, it was pretty packed. Open seating. We decided to enjoy our beers outside in the front beer garden (more like beer porch, it's big enough for 2-3 couples to hang out), and since it was a warm night, it was the perfect setup! Glad I got to check it out - I'm sure we'll return! read more

This might be my new favorite bar! It was my first time, and the staff were so friendly and considerate. It was also very clean inside which is a plus. All the drinks that they recommended to me were so good, I will definitely be back! And everyone inside seemed happy that they were here, that is rare. read more

Parkway is my favorite bar in Tacoma. It's pretty hipster, but the servers are always exceptionally welcoming and often make a point to remember your name while you're there. It always feels like you're at a friend's house for a big party, and make no mistake, this is a well-attended party. We've always been fortunate enough to score seats without too much waiting, but think twice before going on a weekend. The walls are lined with photos of Tacoma's history, and the rafters are lined with draft pulls. It's a cool space, walking a very approachable line between dive bar and classy lounge. Behind the bar you'll find one of the largest selection of beers in Tacoma, from local and seasonal specials to tried-and-true favorites. The bartenders are ready to offer samples so you can experiment without regretting your pours. Food highlights include their mushroom-swiss burger and their teriyaki burger. Their meat is wonderfully seasoned, making them among the best burgers in Tacoma. But instead of fries they serve bagged chips. Delicious burgers marred by lackluster sides. EDIT: Apparently they have fries now! They serve garlic, pesto, or chili waffle fries as a separate side -- they don't come with the burgers or sandwiches. We got the chili cheese fries and they were...alright. This used to be the only place in Tacoma where you could find Mac n Jack's Serengeti Wheat beer, one of my favorites, but they haven't had it the last three times I've visited. Whether you're a local or a tourist, if you're in Tacoma, Parkway and Top of Tacoma are the two bars you need to visit. read more

We absolutely love parkway tavern. It's a great local hangout spot with super friendly staff. I can't say enough about how wonderful the staff is here. We used to come in often after work (pre-covid) and they always knew what our orders were and would bring it to us Today a couple of my coworkers and I decided to have lunch at parkway. I ordered the bacon cheeseburger with a side salad. The food was prepared quickly and it was so delicious. The burger was juicy and tasty and the patty was a good size. The bacon was just the right amount of crispy and the cheese was perfectly melted on the patty. I wish I could capture the smell in the photo. It was heavenly. read more

Parkway Tavern - Bacon cheeseburger with salad - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

What's not to love about this place? Great bar food and even better beers. They have the best selection of rotating brews in the area. Every time I come to town this is my first stop hands down. The bartenders are also very knowledgeable. Thank you, Parkway Tavern. read more

Parkway Tavern - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Great beer selection. 30? Plus beers on tap. Great notion, Russian river.....it's a great and welcoming neighborhood bar. Eclectic place with young and old. An on my 3rd visit I discovered pool table and pinball. My favorite spot in Tacoma, there is food and it's pretty good for a bar. read more

Great place. Friendly staff. Jessica was a delight. Recommend for a nice pint and good food. Chill place in the middle of a residential neighborhood. Definitely will be back! Thanks Jessica! read more

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Every neighborhood should have a Parkway! Tucked into a neighborhood with no other commercial property in sight. Friendly and lively with a markedly young crowd with a magnificent menu of NW craft beers. read more

This is a great place to convene with friends, with some quiet and some more upbeat areas to sit depending on the vibe of your crew. One thing I really appreciate is that they nearly always have at least one sour on draft. I like beer but my body sadly doesn't like hops and it's nice to always have something available that works for me. If you happen to go in soon, I enjoy the spicy pickle sour they have currently. I haven't had their real meat burgers, but the black bean burger is a solid choice. I've never had an issue finding street parking in the area. read more

Come for the beer, avoid the food. The tap selection is among the best in the area, and the dive-y atmosphere is great, if that's what you're looking for. Unfortunately, the pro's end there, as the food quality is mediocre at best. I had the jalapeño burger with a side soup of the day (beer cheese); the burger was cooked well-done and didn't have much (any?) seasoning. The soup was thin and runny. Sub-par overall, even by bar food standards. I will return, but only for the excellent rotating beer selection. read more

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I've wanted to come here for years and finally found myself in the area with a group of hikers. I expected to be impressed with the beer menu, which I was, but the flavor of the hamburger blew me away. Spot on!! Have a new fav spot for burgers. Just wish it was a little closer to home. And I discovered a new brewery out of Washougal that they had on tap. Very tasty IPA. Have to visit them next time I'm near Grains of Wrath in Camas. read more

Excellent local tavern with an extensive selection of beer. We stopped here on our first night in Tacoma to play some darts and have a drink. Warm friendly atmosphere with a great staff. read more

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We visited Parkway over a year ago and were put off by the smell of B.O. immediately when we walked in. We haven't been back since - until tonight - we decided to give it another shot! Unfortunately, the stench is still VERY present. Great selection of beer & nice staff - just might need to crack a window or spray some febreeze. read more

Awesome neighborhood tavern that's been around since 1935. A totally local feel and the clam chowder was great! read more

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We had a great time here. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable in the vast beer selection they have to offer suggestions based on my likes. We all ordered sandwiches and the clam chowder was VERY good!!! So good we then ordered anther round of clam chowder with our beers. The place is nice and clean. No parking lot so it's all street parking and in neighborhood. If i lived in this neighborhood this place would be the awesome neighborly bar/restaurant. We will definitely be coming back to this place again. read more

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Great place for beers and the ambience makes it hard to leave. The service is great, it's my go to place in Tacoma. Best bar.

Love this place ! I lived near here in the the late eighies . I was only 19 at the time , so I wasn't able to enjoy a beer . Well Here I am , returning to you charming little "nook" of a tavern . My daughter, joining me this day , made it extra special ! We were celebrating Mother's Day , which made it almost story book sweet . We each enjoyed a couple beers and shared an awesome prime rib dip which was accompanied by delightful green salad . Best of all were the cheerful servers and of course the absolutely beautiful surroundings !! We sat near a window looking out into a side yard flanked with gorgeous perennial bushes , all perfectly drowned and healthy !! Thank you so much Parkway Tavern for taking me back to the tail end of my teen years !! read more

Such a warm and inviting place! The food feeds your soul and the servers are so friendly. One of our new favorite Sunday lunch spots. read more

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Very cute, nice little quaint neighborhood spot. Staff was very welcoming and lovely. Definitely will come back! read more

Parkway Tavern - Hazy IPA & PBR on tap - Pubs Near Me - Tacoma, Washington