During my Fall stay in Belltown this cool quaint spot was recommended to me based off of a set of criteria I asked from my bartender at another spot: dive-y, cocktails, preferably records/vinyl DJs, and cool vibes. The bartender said Screwdriver Bar. I looked it up, closed my tab, and walked over to Screwdriver Bar which was a short walk back to my hotel. Score! First off don't get confused. There is one (1) door attendant possibly for two venues?! I want to say there was a venue on top of this bar. Either way I saw Screwdriver Bar was downstairs so be sure you kinda know where you are going. Screwdriver Bar is (seemingly) free from a cover. I walked down the steps and entered a whole world of vinyl records, throw back artwork and memorabilia that filled the very top of the ceiling all the way down to the tables and floor. This spot made me feel welcomed right off the bat with laughter, people dancing, and a busy bar staff serving up all the drinks from tallboys to fancy hand shaken cocktails. I really enjoyed my time here when I visited. On the menu I thought I saw a dumpling type of food situation going on. I know I smelled good warm food smells but I did not have a chance to order anything (I ate somewhere else). Mostly locals here which made me feel good as the recommendation was spot on and the others here were all having a great time which was the vibe I needed during my stay in Belltown. read more

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Very cool dive bar with an old punk rock, mildly gothy vibe. The cocktails available and the quality is better than your average dive bar. It was pretty packed on Friday or Saturday, can't quite remember which day I was there. I didn't order but nobody at the table had problems with service. The music was loud, and everyone was talking, yet a chill vibe, everyone just having a good time. I'd easily come back and I recommend. read more

Amazing spot for a dive bar and a cool experience. Customer service was off the charts and is a place I'll keep visiting. Highly recommend!

This underground bar is a Seattle classic. Grungy, fun, laid back, and lots of memorabilia everywhere. It's a great spot to hang out and the bartenders are always fun and friendly. I feel like it's a level above "dive bar" and I have no problem keeping this spot on repeat. Even the Red Hot Chili Peppers stopped into this spot for drinks after their concert in Seattle a few years ago. Great place! read more

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Obsessed with this bar. So much character and great ambiance which created a trendy and inviting atmosphere. The drinks were enjoyable, with a solid selection of well-crafted flavors, no beer on tap though. The décor was immaculate: None of the furniture matched. Vinyl everywhere. Iconic pictures- ROCK & ROLL and just cool vibes all over. Loud and awesome music: The DJ was great. He played some "groovy" tunes, from the 60-80's. Mind you I love this type of music and listen all the time, but I probably knew like 15% of the songs which made me feel like HE knew so much HE was just showing off! Every single track was good, so good!!! We were lucky to sit by the bar as the place was incredibly packed. On a side note, people here dressed so cool! Maybe because the DJ had 60-80's music and people who knew in advance decided to dress up? Or this is the vibe some guys and gals just went for- truly liked it! read more

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Super fun dive bar experience, underground, gives college/throwback vibes. Great $5 jell-o shots, reasonably priced drinks and lots of bar tables/space to dance and interact with friends. Bartender service was also great and largely clean bathrooms compared to what you'd expect from a dive bar. Was recommended to us by a bartender at another spot and it didn't disappoint. Would definitely come back! read more

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On a recent trip we learned about this spot as a recommendation from a server at a nearby establishment in Seattle - otherwise we probably would have missed it completely as it is kind of hard to find even if you know it's there. After going down a flight of stairs from street level this (somewhat) hidden bar has a lot to look at. Plenty of music posters/45s/album covers/photos etc cover every inch of the walls and ceilings, and the vibe is comfortably casual. RECOMMENDED! read more

I really wanted to like this spot and was pretty excited by the decor. It was really a cool concept with classic rock and retro decor. But the bathrooms and tables were pretty dirty and messy, with the booths being ripped to shreds. I get it's a dive bar but that was a bit off putting. I also didn't feel the drinks were worth the price tag - $16 isn't unreasonable for the area but the quality was not on par with most other bars in the area. The cocktails sounded like they should have been tasty and I liked everything in what I ordered but sadly it tasted pretty underwhelming and unbalanced. I had the Mr. Pharmacist and my partner tried the Big Jesus and neither of us liked our drinks. My partner also tried the mint espresso martini slushie and he liked that a bit better, but 1/3 drinks being ok is a disappointment. I think they were probably rushing or understaffed because the line was pretty long to order each time (15 min or so), so maybe it was an off night. Honestly we realized that we were the only ones in the whole bar not having beer or shots, and that we were the only ones who had stayed for more than one drink, so I don't think we were the only ones who felt that way. Not our vibe I guess. I don't plan to return unfortunately. Probably a good spot for a quick drink if you're just looking for the ambiance or having a beer before a show, but I'd steer clear of the cocktails. read more

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100% dive bar with the best rock n' roll decor. There is so much to see at this bar with the decor all over the walls and ceilings too. Every part is covered! Screwdriver Bar is located in a basement in Belltown in Seattle. Chris and Dave provide the best service and will share rock n' roll history with you while you enjoy a drink and the atmosphere. This is a gem of a spot and I highly recommend visiting when in Seattle! read more

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Recommend "Mix n Match" cocktail It's a good place if you wanna go to a pub with less crowd where you can actually talk to each other. The painting and graffiti on the walls was very artistic and a nice touch! In my opinion, very underrated pub read more

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Hidden gem with some amazing cocktails! And every other Tuesday...Bingo! If you're looking for a vintagey music dive bar, this is your joint. If you're into amaro and other interesting liqueurs, also a great spot. The bartender let us play around and taste a few different things to create a couple fun cocktails. We'll be back! read more

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Love a good dive bar, unexpectedly cozy and a great place to grab a drink and get out of the Seattle weather. Good pours and good prices, even though it's a smaller space it's great for groups! read more

Came up to Seattle for The stones concert and than played tourist. We were told to check this place out and I'm glad we did. It was still pretty early in the day so it was not all that busy. I imagine later in the evening this place gets pretty rocking. Reasonable price for drinks and cool bar tender. This made our experience in Seattle just that much better. If you can go check it out you should. read more

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Such an underrated dive bar! The vibes, music, decor, and drinks were all superb! Right when I walked in, I loved the environment. There was a DJ playing vinyl records. It was very lively, and there was so much to look at. I tried a few different drinks, and these were my top two: La Piñata: The most amazing cocktail I have ever tasted. Everything about this was just perfect! I'd order this several times, if I could. Welcome to the Jungle: A very refreshing drink with great flavor. read more

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This place was so much fun! The drinks were delicious and the rock n roll theme was a blast! Loved the decor and ambiance of the bar as well. Highly recommend for any rock n roll / dive bar enthusiasts read more

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We went to see a band at their last show in the US. We went into the bar, ordered a drink, and asked the bartender if he knew when the doors would open. (Website said doors at 8, this was around 8:30) he said that sound check was running late, and that they'd prop open the door at the end of the hallway. My husband asked two more times over the next hour, and the guy said the same thing. At 10, I saw a man come from that door and I asked him if the show had started. He let me know that the band we came to see had just finished their set, and that the entrance was in the alley around back. None of this was made clear at the entrance, inside the bar, nor from the bartender. Also, $9 for a can of modelo in Seattle is wild. read more

We stopped in for Halloween and loved the vibe of this place! The bartender was fantastic and so nice, the other people in the bar were very friendly, and the drinks were very good! My husband was impressed by their whiskey sours and I enjoyed the espresso martini slushies they had ready to pour. Fun! read more

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I've been to many, many dive bars. I wouldn't exactly call myself a dive bar aficionado but I do love them. Sitting high above the pile is this GEM of a dive located in the heart of Belltown. The vibe is amazing. You can literally pick a spot to sit, have a few drinks and stare at the ceiling looking at all the crap haphazardly but brilliantly laid out. Visually, this bar is an eve full. Every inch is covered with the most random, amazing crap. Albums, pictures, dolls and whatever the hell else you can think of are all here on full display. The only downside is that when I'm there I tend to ignore who I'm with because visually it's just so interesting. Music and drinks are also top notch and I was surprised by how inexpensive everything was. If you're headed to Belltown, you really have to give them a try. One of my top 5 bars ever. Kudos. read more

I have passed this place hundreds of times, noting the crowds outside on the sidewalk. The bar didn't seem special and the crowd appeared very young. Last Friday night while strolling my hood, I decided to check out the inside, never realizing the bar was located in a basement. Holy crapola, who knew a bar named The Screwdriver is a shrine to the Rock Music scene off the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. MoPop Be Damned! I was mesmerized by the posters, photos, art work, album covers etc,. It was fantastical and a pilgrimage for a person my age. Issac, a young man doing the bartending, was patient with all my reminiscing, as I grabbed my cocktail walking around the mostly empty space. How did I miss this bar for 16 months? Well, it was closed for most of the pandemic except for their outside seating. Yes, it was a bit warm, but who cared when I'm having a cocktail in a museum depicting the golden age of rock music. I am still wowed by my experience and sent my photos around the world to everyone I know. The Screwdriver Bar may need a different name, but it is a "must" for locals and tourists alike. read more

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A dive bar with a twist, definitely a fun place to check out! I came by on Friday night with a friend to grab a drink at the bar. I love that they had NA options - both wines and realistic mocktails! I decided to go for the NA sparkling rosé that came in a can. Every inch of the place was decorated to reflect the grunge musical style - from the pictures of artists on the walls, to the endless CDs on the ceiling. Even some of the tables had little figures of instruments inside. It absolutely feels like you've entered a hidden music venue, even though it's a bar. The only thing I would recommend is to come by later in the night as the music gets LOUD. It was a bit challenging to have a conversation, especially after our group grew a bit. It would be better to start elsewhere, and come by when you're simply bar hopping and not chatting quite as much. Overall, I had a great time and will absolutely be back! read more

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Screwdriver has very friendly staff, delicious drinks, great music, and the decorations are awesome. I felt like I got exactly if not more than I paid for. Everyone I met there, from customers to staff was super friendly. read more

Oh my god - why haven't I been here sooner? What an awesome dive bar with the best interior decoration!!! Came here on a Monday night and it was pretty busy - there was a dude DJing and really feeling the music. DJ def was quite loud to have a conversation without shouting but I think that's what the vibes are here. Do not skip on the slushies. I am personally not a fan of mint choc but oh boy their grasshopper slushy almost made me wish I got that one instead of the fruit punch flavor. I'll be back to jive in an excellent dive bar! read more

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Just discovered this place and I highly recommend it. It's a punk themed bar that welcomes everyone. The drinks, decor and service were fantastic. read more

Door person refused to accept our IDs because they where vertical out of state, they had a blunt in their hand wouldn't accept me reciting all my information, perhaps have a scanner or someone sober checking ID read more

Bouncer whilst holding a blunt in her hand says they dont accept out of state IDs because "wash is strict" ive bought liquor and entered to tens of bars in this state w/ FL ID. Either too high to read or just pretentious? Who knows read more

Punk rock/rock bar vibe for sure. Definitely humid due to being in basement, even for a cool PNW night it was like cuba up in that bihh. Nice selection of drinks & decent pricing. Staff is hit or miss. Wouldn't return on my own but was definitely a great close out to having a friend in from out of town who wanted to do the whole viretta park/cobain places scene. read more

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7 bucks for a well drink, plus tax. That's good. But, unfriendly staff. And, they don't have straws that fit in the glasses they serve. Giant straw for pint glasses given for a tumbler glass. Business basics. Straws that fit. read more

Great Seattle dive bar with a quiet ambiance. Features a unique cocktail menu with affordable prices by seattle standard, and a wide selection of beers. There's something to be desired with the quality and complexity of the cocktail's, but nothing that prevents you from enjoying a good time at this seattle classic. Amazing memorabilia lining the walls and the ceiling! read more

Drinks came out very fast and they were really good. The old fashion was great and the music pretty good. Only complaint is it's really hot in here but that seems to be a common occurrence. Not the best bar ever but certainly not the worst. Would come back again. read more

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Fun vibe, fun decor, fun drinks. Only food that exist is potstickers served in a black Chinese to go container which is hip and cool. Service is great for drink and music in the back room is awesome. Heard some great Christmas song. read more

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Very cool rock and roll decor, pictures and memorabilia, plus excellent music and friendly service. Oh yeah, and great beer selection and full bar, including slushies. Still checking vax cards in Nov 2022, which is weird, but oh well. read more

Screwdriver Bar - Very cool rock and roll decor! - Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Terrible service, terrible bar. The bartender was rude and condensending. For no reason at all, he kicked me out of the bar and aggressively yelled at me. He didnt't offer me water or food (like a responsible bartender would) and instead treated me like a feral alley cat. He was an angry yiking. When waiting for a drink it took ten plus minutes and you are spending ten dollars on a beer to be ignored service and treated like a degenerate inconvenience. Don't go to the screwdriver or you will get screwed. Unless you enjoy feeling horrible and getting ZERO service or human decency. read more

A relaxed cool vibe, really felt like a home away from home. Friendly atmosphere great music. Fabulous decor. Would be a regular if I lived here read more

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Fun dive bar with cool decor. Bartender was the most unpleasant human I've dealt with in a while. She would not say hi. Did not smile. Basically acted like we ruined her day by popping in for a drink. Will be back. Hopefully someone nice is working that day. read more

Sick place! Love their record day, $75 for a crate of vinyl. Stiff drinks, super friendly staff, and the coolest vibe. This is a must for anyone who is a fan of vinyl! read more

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Super cool basement bar, amazing memorabilia, really cool bar staff. Quiet early in the day

We had an absolute blast here! It was dead empty on a Sunday night so we got to walk around and look at all the cool punk and rock memorabilia. The beers are awesome, and we stayed for awhile because we were having great conversation with the bartender and later some locals. I would come here on the regular if I lived nearby. Great vibes and ambiance! LOVED IT!!! read more

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Don't even try to come here - they'll send you away if you have an out of state ID . I thought this was a tourist town? So disappointed . They lost service from me and I will never recommend this bar to anyone for sure. read more

Asshole bartender gave me shit for a mistake they made... asked for my ID and sweared at me on a busy night for no reason. Completely ruined my night. Never coming back read more

Really nice staff, awesome interior, great music, and not all that busy! Plus some of the best cocktails you'll get in Seattle at not-crazy prices! Highly recommend. read more