I have been here a few times now and each visit is better than the last. That doesn't mean that my…read moreprior visits were lacking...they have each been great, only more personable the more I visit. Parking is limited, but there is a Park & Ride just up the way and a short walk to the lounge. Walk through the main doors of The Wild Mermaid and back to the Seagull lounge. You will find a large wrap around bar that seats around 12. Spirits (limited, but good), wine (3-4 varieties) and beer (6 draft), again, good selection. Service has been amazing each visit. Our first visit (my wife and I), we arrived a bit early hoping to grab a drink before catching the ferry. They weren't quite open in the back, but the bartender offered to pour a beer or wIne since we made the trip in. We sat on the back patio and enjoyed the view and watched the the ferries dock. It was a GREAT 1st impression and that's what keeps us coming back. Saturday evenings (around 7) were bustling with what to seem are locals. Again, welcoming and service top notch! We haven't eaten here, so I cannot speak for the food, but people all around us were eating and ordering more. Again, if you have some time before catching the ferry, or just decide to walk on just to visit this place...(remember, check the hours) its worth it. We will be coming back to this little gem over and over.

Rip Off! Center city Seattle prices on Vashon Island, why?…read moreJust wanted a quick drink while awaiting the ferry and a miniature whiskey (no special brand, i.e. $25 for fifth retail cost $12!!! Totally out of line. While the location has always been good, the new ownership seemed more interested in themselves than the customers who were coming in....give us back the down-to-earth Mexican with reasonable prices. Been an island frequenter for multiple generations - - - so no newby negativity here, just a reality check.

i've never been to the ruby brink, despite coming to the island with regularity. the other day i…read morehad some time to kill so we went for a quick drink and it was lovely! if you're looking to imbibe, there are so many options to choose from: well drinks, wines and cocktails. i had the prince highway and it was delicious! if you're looking to eat, there aren't a ton of tables and the menu is very meat heavy so if you're fine with that, you're going to be in for a treat (from what i can tell,) but vegetarian or vegan leaning folk are going to be limited in their options. for a quick drink, this was a great introduction to a place right on the main highway and somewhere to keep in mind if you've got time to kill before the ferry line or as you arrive on the island (depending on the time of day.) they're also open close enough to farmers market hours to make this a place to combine with your shopping adventure. it was relatively quiet when we were there on a weds but i bet it feels more lively at mealtimes and later in the day. there's also options to buy ingredients to go so if you're on a bike and maybe looking to stock up for a picnic at another location on the island after some exercise, this could be an option.

Service was friendly, but at the end of the day it's about the food - which is why the 1 star. What…read morewe experienced were the two worst sandwiches we've ever eaten! The pulled pork sandwich had what seemed to be nearly half a bottle of mustard mixed with a lot of coleslaw and a little bit of smoked pork buried within as though it were a mafia informant that got the cement shoes treatment. The French Dip sandwich also had what seemed to be a half a bottle of horseradish cream sauce... which burned my eyeballs and fumigated my nostrils! I could only take about 3 bites before I couldn't handle the potency any longer. It was literally a horseradish sandwich with a side of weak broth. The abundance of condiments on both of the $25 overpriced sandwiches turned the bread into mush leaving us on the Brink of sandwich hell. The service, however, was good - I was able to get a different sandwich with no questions asked. Sadly I must award you no points for the food, and may God have mercy on your soul.

Went on a Sunday took a while for waitress to get to our table started off friendly took our order…read morewhen food came my order was wrong asked for cup of chowder instead of fries she brought fries, on Bill charged for the chowder that I didn't get my wife ordered bowl of chowder witch was served with burnt toast for six bucks mostly charcoal, waitress seemed to be mad that we complained sorry Erica not my fault! On the other hand food was good except charcoal bread!

early family birthday dinner celebration mid week. attentive…read moreserver and something for everyone on the menu, from sides to small plates, carnivore to vegetarian. food came fairly quickly and was generally tasty but nothing wowed me. pricing was very seattle. essentially ~$20-30pp without a cocktail or alcoholic beverage. the hardware store has been a staple on the island for years! i just wish my hippie burger had had more flavor.

There are two locations on the main strip. I believe the bigger one is for kids, while the smaller…read morearcade is for adults? I could be wrong. I do love the smaller arcade, because it has some Japanese games that I enjoyed, especially the music one with the big circle and lights. Prices are reasonable which led us to staying here for awhile. Great customer service!

Glad to see an arcade right on the Alki strip - reminds me of my days as a kid on East Coast…read moreboardwalk beaches. We dropped in here on a Monday afternoon during happy hour, which meant 50 cent pinball! The place is clean with new/well-maintained tables, which is not standard for pinball rooms in the area. You buy a game card to play - no need for quarters - and get to it. Staffer was friendly and there is a good solution of local beers, ciders, wines, NA beverages. We didn't try the food but I appreciated there were vegan options.

Maybe this is nostalgia speaking, but I knew what to expect going in - and the 5 stars are for…read moremeeting the expectations, and then some! I randomly craved a pancake - the last time I wanted pancakes was over 5 years ago - and they delivered on a standard, big ole guy. I did struggle in ordering food, as I eat very healthy typically so I opted for a DIY omelette, adding spinach and mushrooms. My party also got the Mcclure Sandwich w bacon, which was seemed to meet their expectations as well. This is a sports bar - it's a little divey but the clean kind. I read a few reviews that surprised me because I don't think Sporty's is advertising anything outside of expectation - but it's very clean, which is nice. There was only 1 server working and she was busy on a weekday (4 parties, 1 of which was 5 people and folks still coming in), seemed like 1 bar back for those in the bar (which was lowkey popping for a weekday brunch time, looking like locals having drinks to kick it rather than eating). My only caveat would be if you go towards the restroom - there is a super strong scent of cigarettes, as the door to the back is near there. It's incredibly strong. The bathroom was still super clean and did NOT smell at all. Again, this is a sports bar - I don't think it's fair to downrate them for that, because I just don't know what one would expect. There's a strong local vibe here I haven't seen in a while, and it's clear they value their connection with customers.

I started without the Corned beef hash…read more Well, at least that's what they billed it as I think that the oil they used to fry was probably the most industrial version of canola byproduct possible. And now in hindsight, I'm going to presume that what they called corn beef was probably some pink slime aggregate that was marketed under that name given seasoning and whatever else. I tried to beat some of the flavor by having a little bit of someone else's pancake, but whatever was in the pancake batter just tasted like VOCs and other assorted chemistry I wish I was joking. If I was, my gut wouldn't feel like the absolute cesspool that it has become trying to pass this ***slop. Someone else had fried potatoes and I thought that at least potato might be a little bit more pure since it was a whole ingredient, but it just tasted like resin because of how long the grease had been on the fryer that had cooked it If I didn't know this country for what it is, I would have called the health inspector on the place

Food was fantastic-- atmosphere was beautiful, dripping with ambiance. We had two curries, trout,…read moreand Pad Thai--- yum yum yum! Music playing on Friday night was great, but some of the chord changes were questionable. Especially on Somewhere over the rainbow.

Grabbed dinner here on a Saturday night…read more Food was overall good. The deep fried trout appetizer was lovely, pad see ew was pretty standard and not overly sweet (and I tend to not like sweet food) like some comments have mentioned. We got the house red curry with pork. The spice level was great and the veggies were crisp and delicious. We enjoyed our cocktails too. The only item truly lacking was the tom yum soup. It honestly tasted like water infused with lime juice. No hint of all the wonderful flavors that make tom yum so delightful. Perhaps that was a bad batch. Otherwise everything was nice. My husband and I both agreed this was our favorite place we ate at on Vashon!

We hosted our after-wedding party at 1988, and it was the perfect way to end an amazing day. From…read morethe moment we started planning, the team was accommodating, easy to work with, and helped make the process stress-free. The space itself was fun, vibrant, and had such a great atmosphere for celebrating with friends. Our guests had an amazing time, and it was exactly the kind of night we were hoping for after our wedding reception. The drinks were great, the service was attentive, and everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Looking back, we're so happy we chose 1988 for such a special occasion. It created so many fun memories for us and our guests. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host a private event or celebration!

What a gem. Drinks were balanced and so, so interesting. I want to go back to try the rest of the…read moremenu! Loved the cucumber salad, their gangalal drink, and the Pandan drink too!!! 11/10. Props to the owner! I hope he'll consider clear ice cubes for the rocks drinks bc his drinks are next level!! N

Saw this as a recommendation while I was sitting in another place in the airport. Decided to head…read moreover, can't beat retro video games and decor! Cool little place to stop in while waiting for my flight. There are some pretty tasty food items on their menu and the service was on point. Definitely should stop by hear if you're in the airport!

Stopped in for a quick pre-boarding drink. Cool concept- late 80's decorations and music…read more Friendly bartender and fun menue. Both beers, cocktails and food. If your in the N concourse, recommend a visit!

Great spot in West Seattle with warm atmosphere, a background din of conversation and excellent…read morebartenders! I came for a fundraiser and I will definitely be back. Their draft beer selection is excellent and their root beer is the best in the state. Cheers to my bartender Nathan and his colleague who are both behind the bar taking great care of their customers. Great food and drinks at the W

I wanted to update my review with a few observations after dropping by for a nightcap. This place…read morehas a loyal local following, and it's clear a lot of regulars live within walking distance--which is perfect if you're having a few. We came by after a party in Bellevue, and this place is truly a great whiskey bar. No food tonight, just a good rye on a big cube. The bartender pulled out a 10-year WhistlePig and upsold me to the 12-year, though I would've been perfectly happy with the 10. A couple of drinks later, my limit was met and the nightcap was achieved.

had a great time here. great ambiance and environment and was very welcoming. Will definitely be…read morecoming back

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