I had a negative experience with the karaoke staff at Underbar. I signed up to sing before three of my friends, but they and many others were allowed to sing ahead of me. When I asked about the order, the male KJ was dismissive, and the female KJ repeatedly stated that I was lying about signing up earlier. Two friends confirmed to her that I had not been lying, but she continued to insist otherwise. I spoke with the owner to explain the situation. Later, after leaving Underbar and going to Tip Top, the same KJ arrived there. I approached her to express that I did not appreciate being called a liar. She then represented the interaction as if I had been harassing her, which was not accurate, as I had arrived at Tip Top before she did. Overall, the situation was handled unprofessionally by the karaoke staff, and the interaction was unnecessarily confrontational. read more

Y'all I love this place.. When you walk down the stairs the ambience pulls you in but it's the people, wonderful food and fantastic drinks that keep you there... There's always a show or activity going and then trivia with some of the most fantastic hosts and performers.. The bartenders are fantastic at what they do plus the food is delicious! One of those rare places I can say I love it all right down to the owners! (Just the sweetest) Drop in and say hello, you'll love it.. I've included just a few pictures of amazing hosts and performers from events at Underbar read more

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Went here for my girlfriend's birthday party. This place is really cool. Velvet interiors with old-fashioned couches and decor of like the 70s. I would say! The ceiling is gold tin. i'm sure it has a specific name but I don't know it. I'm just going to call it very cool. The owners were wonderful. We enjoyed the drinks and the food as well. Everyone had a great time. They have entertainment. Including karaoke which we did. I'm told they have music, comedians, drag shows, and much more! I will definitely be returning to this place for some more fun. Check it out. read more

I've been to UnderBar quite a few times now and I always feel welcome there. The bar staff is always friendly. I love that they have karaoke every night so I can always get my singing fix in! Shout out to Ms. Gender for making karaoke such a fun and inviting experience. All of the no cover shows available are really cool and diverse too. You can see drag, music and comedy most weekends. It's a great spot! read more

Every time I come here the bartenders and regular customers are super nice. Frequently hosts drag queens and week night karaoke. Cozy atmosphere. Tasty late night bar food read more

The night was fun until later in the evening when one of the owners seated at the bartop was fondling a customer in full view of the bar. No one should be groping someone in a public space, let alone an owner of the bar. read more

I had a great for my birthday! The staff were all super friendly and everyone had a great time singing karaoke. Huge shout to KJ Ms. Gender they were hilarious and kept the lineup of singers moving fast. read more

I absolutely love this place!! The atmosphere and bartenders are so welcoming and safe. I've been coming for karaoke for over a year now, and was so excited when Ms Gender took over! They do such a great job, and I love singing in such a safe space. I've been other places that will move people around for an extra tip, but Ms Gender keeps it fair and equitable. Can't wait to be back!! read more

Underbar rocks! If you're in the Couve, this is the best place to see stand up comedy, a drag show or just kick back with friends. Fun staff, great drinks, great food read more

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I love this venue. It's cozy and eclectic. The staff were super nice to me and the food & drinks were delicious! I was there for an amazing drag kings & things show followed by the most epic karaoke night I've had in a long time! I'm from just south of Portland OR but definitely plan to go here again! read more

I have been here for karaoke in the past and the long time hosts were wonderful. Unfortunately I don't have the same experience with the current host. The customer service isn't what it was with the former hosts. The ownership is also very weird, on Christmas night 2025 it looked like some very inappropriate actions were taking place between the owner and a customer and they made me very uncomfortable. If there was another space I felt safe in, I wouldn't come back. read more

Great Fun Camp Drag with great friends and food and cocktails. If you are a fan of classic gay theme show's tv movie broadway you'll definitely appreciate this! Delightful little off the beaten path and under ground bar in Vancouver, Washington. I drove from Beaverton and it only took 25 minutes! That's right! 25 minutes! So do it! The campy drag brunch is a fun place for a group of friends wanna have a very reasonably priced bar food, and breakfast. I had the sausage biscuits and gravy. I was not expecting 2 jumbo size biscuits,"Yes, the jumbo biscuits were baked all the way through" covered in country sausage gravy. Drink specials and the food is quick. The staff makes you feel comfortable. read more

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Went to check this place out with a friend. It's a cute little joint right in the middle of downtown. It's under ground and nice and cool for the warm weather. They have happy hour from 4-7 everyday which is awesome. We tried their mai tai ($13), and mother of spring ($12) for drinks. We also go the fancy deviled eggs ($7) on happy hour and the bruschetta ($9) I will admit the food was a bit pricey for what you received but we went mainly for the atmosphere and drinks. Overall the vibe is amazing, it's LGBT friendly. Wonderful events that happen all the time. I'll be back to check out their drag brunches soon. read more

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I wanted to like this place and was excited to go. Unfortunately, I felt so unwelcome here. I actually wanted to leave shortly after arriving, but it is difficult to get out and I decided to just give it a chance and try to enjoy the show. This place is very small, insanely crowded and has shows happening on the floor (no stage) - it is difficult to get out. A true fire hazard. The bartender, Finnley, is rude af and condescending. I waited over 10 minutes for service and he seemed annoyed by my existence. The drink was overpriced and he kept my change without asking. I wanted to order food and was scolded. Apparently, I was magically supposed to know to line up at the end of the bar and form a line at the register to order drinks and food. However, this place is so packed with people standing in the back with nowhere to sit that there is no place to form a line. I grabbed an opportunity during the brief time between shows and made my way through the crowd. I went to eat somewhere else and won't be spending another cent at UnderBar. read more

Super fun! Edgy.. feels portland-esque. Karaoke, some singers in drag. Be open minded, be kind. You'll love it.

Great place for some fun entertainment on a Sunday evening with friends! The ceiling in this bar is something else. I love all the art work on the walls and they have it decorated for Halloween! read more

UnderBar - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

The owners of this bar mark and John are horrible the way they treat people. While at the bar the service I received couldn't have been more rude. The food tasted horrible and there was hardly any room to enjoy the show read more

Place is yikes all around. The decor is so bizarre and tacky. The staff acts like they don't care about anyone even though there is never anyone there. At least be a cool bar if you are going to not try. YIKES just go across the bridge to Portland tbh read more

very disappointed to see that the previously amazing multi-page menu has been completely gutted. i understand it's expensive to serve food and alcohol sales are way more profitable, but this is just so sad. :( read more

Here for the haunted under bar reveal hosted by Jeff Davis. The TAPS member Big River Paranormal group performed the ghost research and investigation. The warm cookies and food were a welcome bonus. The service was absolutely great I especially loved the hot pretzel- a favorite treat of mine. The drink menu was impressive we stuck to diet pop for this occasion We had blt and under bar burger both with fries First thing I gotta say is kudos on fries as they are paired with perfect crunchy outside delicious potato inside The blt had fresh left and tomatoes above in taste bacon was a little thinner than I prefer but still had solid flavor The burger was ample in size with generous portions and very filling a solid option This tiny place packs a big punch offering many events monthly for fun please see their Google listing for more specifics This is a full service bar with many fun features including drag brunch, sexy bingo, karaoke nights and much more read more

UnderBar - Under burger fries - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I always have a blast here. It's welcoming, fun, inclusive (yay), and the owner is a doll. Great service! Check out the calendar for fun events almost nightly. read more

We went for comedy night and had a good time. The staff was excellent. The bar is fairly small so it did get pretty warm with all the people. The one thing that I didn't like was paying $15 for gas station nachos. The drinks were fine but I wouldn't recommend the food. read more

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Very cute bar. The staff and patrons were welcoming and friendly. Good service, quick to make sure you had what you needed. I didn't order food but their menu seemed like they had some good stuff. Very local bar feel but with a friendly vibe. read more

I love going to the UnderBar! I like how they have events every single day like karaoke or comedy! I perform during the open mics and I always have an amazing time over here! read more

UnderBar - Open-mic for stand-up comedy! - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

One word: Spectacular. If you haven't been here before, you are missing out. This is by far one of Vancouvers best kept secrets. The drinks? Fabulous--try the Old Fashion, it's freakishly perfect. The food? Fabulous-- I am told the The Classic Grilled Cheese is to die for but also the Capone (roasted ham, salami, mozzarella, tomato, peppers, and pesto aioli) , which was suggested by our beautiful, awesome bartender, is also to die for so you'll have to try it and decide for yourself. I had a shared happy hour meat & cheese board (it disappeared before I could snap a pic) as well as a hummus plate. I thought both were great but I did wish there was a pate or something to accompany the meats & cheeses. The hummus is good, I only wish there were tomatoes with it. That's it. No further complaints at all, whatsoever. Our bartender was super attentive, checked in on our group often, made sure we were good on drinks and that we were enjoying our food. At one point during the evening in this gorgeous little setting, a lovely human approached our table and thanked us for coming in. They said they loved that we were laughing and having a good time, that it raised the energy in the place, and they loved us being there. We generously thanked this sweet soul for having us and assured them that we were pleased with everything, especially the happy vibe of the Underbar. This person walked to each table and, I assume, thanked all the patrons for coming in. I suspect this was one of the new owners ;) Go check them out. Go to bingo, go to open mic night, go have a drink or grab a bite to eat in this spectacular place just go, thank me later. read more

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I'd read several outstanding reviews of the Underbar prior to deciding to check it out and must say that those reviews are WELL deserved. This gem in Vancouver's nightlife scene has apparently been flying under the radar for quite some time and I don't know how...everything you could hope for is here; EXCELLENT friendly service. That alone would be enough to justify a visit. The drinks were of GREAT quality. We had the Basil Gimlet and it was apparent from the first sip that they take pride in using quality ingredients and put care into their drinks. The atmosphere was VERY comfortable... Sort of a cross between a neighborhood bar and an urban nightclub...very cozy and comfortable and yet a very cool urban atmosphere. The food is DEFINITELY better than your typical bar fare and deserves a try. We had the Underburger and fries and they did not disappoint. We can't wait to go back and try some of the other menu items. If I sound enthusiastic it's because I am...we just got home from our first visit but we hope to visit again soon! read more

Pssst ... hey buddy ... can you keep a secret? ... I don't want more people to find out about my new favorite underground (literal) bar in Vancouver. I'm glad Underbar isn't more popular because Tommy (the bartender) and the Chef (in the kitchen) are awesome. The cocktails are strong! The pub grub is comfort! Mix in open mic, live band, trivia, or comedy nights and, geezus, how can I not be a fan? Oh, and the prices are reasonable. I went home tipsy (or more), but didn't feel any pain in the wallet or anywhere because of the buzz. Check this out: * Negroni ($10 - 5 stars) Clear your palate & prepare for the night with Tommy's strong, but smooth blend of Gin, Campari, & Sweet Vermouth. * Mule-igan Irish Mule ($10 - 5 stars) It's like any other mule except better with Jameson Irish Whiskey plus classic Ginger Beer & Lime Juice. Top o' the evenin' to ya, Tommy boy! * Old Fashioned ($10 - 4.5 stars) Drink like you're in a old-school bar ... because you are ... with Bourbon, Bitters, Pure Maple Syrup, Orange Rind, and a Bada Bing Cherry for fun. * Hazy IPA (4 stars) It's genuinely hazy to me which brewery this refreshing IPA was from, but I enjoyed it as part of the $10 Burger & Beer deal on the night I drank it. * Under Tai ($10 - 4 stars) Tommy made it sound good thanks to Captain Morgan Rum, Malibu Rum, Cruzan 151 Rum, and Meyers Rum plus Grenadine, Orange Juice, and Pineapple Juice. Maybe it'd be better with more rum and less juice? Clearly Tommy was terrific. As for the Chef, he was cooler than cool. The food wasn't all stellar. It wasn't terrible either. * Fancy Deviled Eggs ($6 - 4.5 stars) Loved the toppings of Pickled Red Onion, Gorgonzola Cheese Crumbles, and Warm Bacon. I really should've ordered this more than once! * Build-your-own Grilled Cheese ($8 - 4 stars) This is a thing at Underbar. Go with it ... get what you want. I did ... and was happy with home-style Provolone & Mozzarella ($1 extra) plus Sliced Tomatoes. * Cheese Plate ($8 - 3.5 stars) Sounds fancy, but it's more comfort with standard supermarket Cheeses, Stone Ground Mustard, Dried Cranberries, and basic Baguette Slices. * The Underburger ($10 - 4 stars) It was part of the nightly special, so besides being satisfying, the burger (& brew) was a good deal. It's a Brioche Bun loaded with a Beef Patty, Melted Swiss Cheese, Bacon, Caramelized Onions, Tomato, Lettuce, and Thousand Island Dressing. The crowd was super casual and totally local. This is an actual neighborhood bar that the neighborhood seems to like. The vibe and atmosphere all helped raise this review to 5 stars although the biggest reasons were the strong cocktails and comfort food from Tommy and the Chef. PS: Don't forget, pal, to keep this just our little secret, ok! read more

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Super sweet basement bar with a super cool staff. By far my favorite place to catch stand up comedy, drag shows and sing karaoke in downtown Vancouver. read more

Came for the comedy show. Drinks were good, but bartender took a while to get to me and was a little condescending. Not sure if it was due to my complexion or because of our differing lifestyles, but it sure felt like it was one of those two things that could have been an issue. Didn't try any of the food, kitchen was closed by the time I wanted something after the show. read more

Awesome ambience, nice and quaint with a wonderful bar and bartender (Sydney). The chicken pesto pizza was fantastico! And last but not least, the drinks were suberb !! read more

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Do not plan on going here to socialize. It's an events only bar. You'll be shunned for talking during comedy, drag, quiz, karaoke etc. These focus demanding events are every night. Also, your seat is probably reserved (at a bar?!?) and you'll be asked to stand or leave in favor of the person who reserved it. read more

I'm a local drag artist and I've performed at several shows at UnderBar and the owners and the staff have been AMAZING always friendly and welcoming. They bar staff is quick and friendly. I've been to several local bars and UnderBar is by far my favorite. I highly recommend you stop by for a drag show or the comedy night with local comedians! read more

UnderBar - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

I think Underbar has the best team working there. The minute you walk down those stairs, staff makes you feel welcomed. They make excellent cocktails and seemingly always coming up with creative recipes. The bar is small with a speakeasy theme which can make for a comfortable experience on my evenings. Although, event days and times, it can feel a bit crowded but stick around. Special events are fun and the crowds are typically easy going. read more

Cute little LGBT bar with an amazing staff! There is lots of fun live entertainment here too! If you are around Vancouver, you can't go wrong with stopping by Underbar for some good food and drinks! read more

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Underbar is a good time every time. I love their comedy, drinks and karaoke! Couldn't recommend it more read more

UnderBar - a crowd of people sitting at tables in a restaurant - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Drinks were good, area was cute and had fun art, bartender was nice and had helpful suggestions.

Would give it a ZERO if I could. Bartender/management was rude. Come here if you want ATTITUDE . Never heard of such poor customer service! Their only concern is $$$$. I recommend AVOIDING this place. SAVE YOUR MONEY AND DO NOT EAT HERE.Owner & Staff are TERRIBLE. Everyone who works there acts like they would rather be SOMEWHERE ELSE instead. It shows in both the service and the food. You will never see me eat here AGAIN I should have known since this place had no wait and every other place had a two hour wait. DONT COME HERE if you like your personal space... currently sitting at a table with my friend with two other couples about 6 inches from us on both sides... never again will I come here. I'd skip this place FOR SURE. read more

Amazing food, and the drinks are so yummy. Try the Burgers and fries you won't regret it. Bartenders are amazing and go out of there way to make you feel wanted and are always up for a challenge to make special cocktails. Adult Bingo is fun and so are the Drag shows. If you haven't already stopped by, do yourself the favor and go check it out. read more

UnderBar - Yummy drinks and beer - Speakeasies Near Me - Vancouver, Washington

Delicious food and cocktails. I highly recommend the baked Brie as an appetizer. The marionberry Moscow mule is very good as well. The restaurant is pretty small and gets busy until late at night (at least on Friday when we visited) but it's a warm and cozy atmosphere. It's very much a speakeasy vibe. read more

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I was visiting from out of town and looking for a fun place to hang out that was gay friendly. This place was definitely it. Wednesday was open mic night and the talent was amazing. They had musicians, poets, and a comic. Seriously, the place will become "known" soon and will be packed on these nights. (It was pretty busy as it was!) I didn't try the food, but what I saw looked good. They have speciality cocktails, though I stuck to beer. And the bill was extremely reasonable! Friendly folks and I'll be back on my next visit read more