100% do NOT recommend. As a woman in the queer community, I would not feel safe returning to try going into that bar again. Both me and my gf were met with hostility and nasty attitude at the door by the bouncer. We were both completely sober and yet turned away to not be allowed in? I was confused and even tried asking as I thought at first she had to be joking. But she became nasty and said she has the power to turn us away and didn't even need a reason. The bouncer obviously had a personal bias against us for whatever unknown reason. But based on how she treated us, and other comments I've read, we aren't the only ones she's treated unfairly and nasty towards. I walked down the block and we went into queer/bar and is was a MUCH nicer experience. I even had conversations with both security and the bouncer there and when I told them what happened, they even said they weren't surprised based on things they've heard about the union, which apparently has been going down hill. I suggest that from a business perspective you might want to reconsider your choices for who you place at the front door at the very least, cuz you're obviously losing business. read more

The bar owner started out by insulting my friends intelligence because we weren't standing exactly where he wanted us, then after aggressively going over the rules outside, he broke everyone while approaching our table in a more than uncomfortable way. He went on about his past bar life experience and how he spent $70K just for us to be able to order food. Then, after trying to stop 4 servers several times to check out, I went to the door to ask for our checks and was passionately informed I was breaking the rules by leaving my table and needed to sit down. If considering a gay bar while on vacation to Seattle, maybe not the one where to creepy bar owner can break all the rules while trying to come in to you and your friends and then yells at you for getting up to ask for the check. read more

Definitely the "in" bar serving the LGBTQ community but also very friendly to the straight patrons too. No attitude and friendly/professional staff. Fun atmosphere that includes indoor and outdoor spaces to share a beverage or some delicious munchies. A must visit especially on a sunny day where it's likely to have a crowd both indoors and outside in the large patio area. It has a reputation building where it's the "in" bar for the Capitol Hill gayborhood! read more

Super cool place. Went to celebrate my Brother's birthday and it was bumping. Good drinks, cool people, big patio and a DJ!!!! Playing good music not lame music. The kitchen was closed but it was still a great time. Looking forward to going again soon. Sorry no pics You have to go see it for yourself. Enjoy! read more

The service sucks so bad here and the drinks are even worse lol, I would forsure not return to this place in the future

Try the burgers, they're delicious. I had the BBQ Bacon Burger. They have the nice, big steak fries that are perfect for dipping in ranch. Try to sit in Mikey's section; he is amazing. read more

I never leave negative Yelp reviews but this was outrageous. We walked up after a lovely dinner just to experience the most homophobic interaction with the bouncer. 10/10 don't recommend for queer women which is incredibly disappointing for such an inclusive city. read more

Their drinks are decently priced but bar service could be a little faster. If you come here, just don't come hungry. Our food took over an hour to arrive. read more

Union - Buffalo Chicken Wrap - Gay Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Terrible, indifferent service. Lousy food. I wanted to love this place. The space is amazing, the patio is great. But I've been twice and the bartenders are either oblivious or rude. The waitstaff do a solid job. Ordered two panini and got grilled sandwiches on cheap white bread. I saw a bartender put a customer's credit card in his mouth while he waited for the receipts to print. I could go on. Maybe they just need time to get things Update: Gave them another chance. Different bartender, same poor service. My friend ordered a Guinness and was handed a can. When he asked for a glass, the bartender seemed put out (no one drinks Guinness from a can). He just handed over the glass, didn't pour. I paid with cash given the issues they have running cards. $14, gave him a $20, he gave me a five and a one. If he had given me singles, he would have gotten a decent tip, despite the attitude. But he got $1. I've never seen anyone smile there. The whole staff seems frazzled and stressed out. I think they need some training. read more

I have given this place at least 4 months to try to hit it. Classic gay video bar for those who know that concept. Bar service is better than your run of the mill gay bar. You can actually order a real cocktail (negroni, Manhattan, gimlet etc) that will be decent (if a little strong, cause it's still a gay bar dammit). Definitely nothing to upturn your nose too for the price. Going on the weekend can be hit-or-miss service wise since they can still get slammed. ambience: think a low-key smaller format to the Abbey, mixed heavy with the video bar concept, that definitelty endear you quickly. A patio and a fire pit with healthy WiFi makes this place shine (could use a couple outlet in the fireplace area). Food service ultimately is what gives me pause, in comparison to greats such as The Abbey, or former similar formats such as Starky's (PDX), Paradise (long beach) and it's pre-date-owned-by-same-ownership Thumpers, the food leaves a lot to desire. I ordered a Blue Burger which came well-done with fries that were overall season salted with a unappetizing after-taste. I wish they would utilize their large kitchen for a decent classic full entree dinner menu with entrees or at least fare that would match a Hamburger Mary's. Overall definitely a destination to come for a fancy gay cocktail and RuPaul Drag Race or music videos, just not much for the food. read more

If you miss Lobby Bar or Purr, Union is the bar for you! It has a very similar vibe to classic Seattle gay bars like Purr and most of the staff from Purr. Beautiful Outdoor patio and the friendlies bartenders on the hill. read more

Union is the newest gay bar in Seattle and it definitely feels that way. Lots of buzz so it's busy on the weekends but simultaneously figuring stuff out with a plethora of issues that can hopefully be ironed out over time. I've been twice in the past month and the bartenders seem overwhelmed (and understaffed), and it always seems like there are issues with their systems. The oval bar itself takes up a huge amount of space in the middle of the main room which doesn't lend itself to long bar lines or even crowd flow around the room. It took at least 20 minutes to get any drinks so both times I've gone, my group got a drink or two and then quickly headed somewhere else. On the positive side, I liked the drinks that we ordered and everyone loved the patio space. read more

I wound up here with some friends last weekend. The bar was packed to the gills and rocking at 7 PM on a Sunday. The gorgeous weather didn't hurt--the patio was too crowded to even find room for our group to stand. Fortunately, we were able to snag some tables inside. Service was embarrassingly slow. It took forever and a day to put in an order at the bar, thanks to sluggish POS systems. The layout inside the bar (for the bartenders) isn't ideal as well--really little walking room, with bottles taking up the majority of the space. This makes it a pain for the bartenders to actually grab anything that isn't near them and further slows down service. Drink selection was reasonable, and they have some food as well. Definitely a louder atmosphere than a lot of other bars in this area, so be prepared: the music is more club than brewery. If it's your scene, though, you'll love it! Judging by how crowded things were, it sure looks like the rest of the neighborhood already does. read more

I like this bar primarily because the bartenders seem to do a really good job of developing and maintaining amazing customer rapport. I moved to another state and when I returned I was greeted with much love and excitement. My personality is not very big and I am rather introverted, so it could be easy to dismiss me. To come home to a warm welcome after a long absence is awesome. Don't lose your bartenders. They are the bread and butter that make the ambiance of this place that much better! ‍‍‍ read more

Thanks for taking safety seriously! My first time here I was greeted by Shaun who gave us the flight attendant safety speech. Very much appreciated. With a young, unvaccinated child at home I felt safe being at a bar taking the pandemic and the well being of its customers seriously. The service was really friendly and the waiters/waitresses were quick and happy to chat. The tables were cleaned before we sat down and the bathrooms were like a hospital. Really happy with the new location and the proximity to parking. Love the nachos and the choice beers on tap. read more

I was there this past June and was happy the staff was very diligent about Covid protocols. I felt safe. We sat in the patio area, had very nice cocktails and no issues whatsoever. I plan to return next week when I'm in Seattle again. read more

This is a great place to hang out and drink with your friends... Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights are usually packed and livelier than the rest of the week. The bartenders are friendly and attentive and last but not least, the layout of this bar is my favorite thing about it. read more

The interior and patio of this Seattle bar is beautiful. The bar staff is super nice and the drinks are delicious. My favorite place is to sit outside around the fire pit. read more

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Great food, drinks and & Safe bar to go during this pandemic Union is one of my favorite bars to go in Seattle. They always provide excellent service. They serve nice strong drinks, the food is also great, and they bring it pretty quickly! Since the bars started to open on Phase 2, they make sure to follow CDC and Government guidelines. They will welcome you at the entrance and let you know the rules, make sure you follow them because they are very strict! I really appreciate that. They make sure each table is at least 6 feet apart and after a group leaves they clean and sanitize the area. I really enjoy going there. I feel very safe when going there. THANKS! read more

The vibe is immaculate and Junior was so awesome. It was our first time in Seattle and he gave us recommendations on places to see and he was overall just so sweet. Gotta go here! read more

Nice atmosphere, good food and drinks. A bit tainted by the rude and condescending host/server. Upon arriving I stood and waited to show my vax card. No one came after a few minutes so I joined my friend already at his table. The host then made me go back around to the front to show my vax card and then chastised me for not honoring the "wait to be seated" sign. He could have just checked the card at the table but felt he had to make a point and then be rude and frankly bitchy about it. I bit my tongue and complied and otherwise had a great time. I'm sure he's had to deal with a lot of jerks because of vax and mask stuff. Again I wasn't a jerk and complied and the attitude I got back wasn't necessary. I'd probably think twice about going back. read more

I came here for my 21st and they were AMAZING and super helpful. When they brought be the wrong wrap on accident they corrected it and brought the Buffalo wrap that I ordered. Great place read more

Decent opening night as a soft opening Great Space great staff...a wicked welcome to the Capital Hill neighborhood. We as the capitol hill squad approval is a Yes Yes Yes! read more

Union - Gay Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great new bar in the old Zoe spot. I love how they kept a lot of the previous elements but more importantly we have a cute gay bar with a nice outdoor patio. This has always been lacking. Service was great albeit lines a tad long (I would expect this to be the case on a Saturday). read more

Best bar in the PNW? Wow, just wow. Union is a fantastic new bar lounge offering much more than good drinks and service. To start, the place is pretty large and can accommodate a decent number of patrons. Speaking of, I really liked the variety of guys here. The building and interior decor are modern with vintage accents, yet perfectly matched to the entire theme. For those who have lost interest in going to a bar, I strongly suggest to try this place. You can seat in the lounge next to the fireplace or hangout at the big bar or in the patio. Just GO! read more

Just visiting from out of town this week. Popped in to Union to have a drink and then saw they serve food. Got the BBQ bacon burger with substitution of onion rings for fries. Great service, great atmosphere, very good food. Was even pretty busy for a Wednesday night. Kudos to you guys at Union! read more

Great place to visit. Good service and the food is better than typical bar fare. Nice location with easy street parking.

Call me old fashioned, but discrimination never pairs well with my cocktails. I came here for a happy hour with a bunch of queer women and trans men... we came mid-week during a time that was otherwise slow. While the bartenders were nice enough, we were told several weeks after our happy hour that the regulars (I'm thinking some white, cis, men?) were not happy with us sharing the space with them. I have a feeling that if a group of cis men had had the same happy hour, everything would be a-ok. I'm a little shocked that a business owner in Seattle, in Capitol Hill of all places, would support such blatant discrimination. It's a shame, Union very well could have become a regular spot to meet up, have a cocktail and hang out with friends in the community. Alas, I think I'll pass on the discrimination and take my dollar bills elsewhere. read more

Patrons BEWARE!!! I have been over charged on my credit card twice this week. Keep your receipts and verify your bank transactions. I will give them a chance to make this right but will probably never return. This is the third such incident since I have patronage's Union Seattle. read more

New bar in the Cap Hill/First Hill neighborhood. I love this place. The bartenders are super friendly and accommodating; the selection of music videos is poppy and fun; and they have excellent seasonal decorations. The side room has plentiful seating for groups and in the summer, when the patio and fire pit are in action, I've found it to be an excellent location to start or end your night with friends. read more

This bar had a great atmosphere and everything but does not take cash. Cards only. Wish they would have told me that or had signs posted before I stood in line for drinks for forever. read more

A great new gay bar in Seattle, run by two of the icons of the Seattle restaurant community. A place where all are welcome, even straight breeder boys like me. You won't find a more accepting Seattle bar anywhere in the city. Great vibe and friendly staff. read more

Hands down best gay bar in Seattle. Great drink great service. Cute guys all around. Great music too. If you want a gay bar in Seattle, this is the place to be. read more

I absolutely loved my time here! Was with gay/straight friends and everyone had a good time. Such a large space to take a large group of friends. Will make this a regular spot!! read more

It's a nice bar, overall, don't get me wrong. But NOT the place to go as a single out-of-towner. Here on Friday night during happy hour. Lots of different groups of people make a lively scene. But there aren't enough seats around the bar, so people shuffle them into their little groups, leaving you sitting there as a singleton with 5+ feet open on either side of you. Very isolating. I kept moving into new seats and finding myself soon isolated as people grabbed the chairs and moved them. read more

I've always enjoyed Union's atmosphere and food. I went yesterday for the first time since re-opening. At this point, I'm only comfortable going to places with outdoor space or large windows that open and are keeping people an appropriate distance apart. I was very impressed with how Union is doing things! They have clear directions on the floor on how to enter, they have a sign asking you to wait to be seated. They ask you if you've been here yet since reopening, and if you haven't they explain the rules before seating you (much appreciated). There are several and I think they are well thought out. It looked a little closer outside, but the indoor seating (with big windows open) was being done with more like 12 feet of space between people than 6 feet. They are extremely well organized and are carrying out the rules really well. Our server was also very nice, pleasant, and helpful. I felt safe there and my friend I had had a wonderful time being able to be out at a favorite spot and relax and enjoy it. Thank you so much, Union! We needed this! read more

Come as you are, be who you are Linda place. Good drinks, good prices and lots of different environments to hang out. Have been here at least 10 times and every time it's a great experience and a great environment to hangout with friends and meet new people. read more

Amazing Bar and Staff! Love the fact that you can have conversations with people here. Not dark or dive like. Well appointed bar with a knowledgeable staff. Brian, Paul and Matt are great bartenders. We always come in with a group and they not only stay on top of our drink and food orders, but check in often to make sure everyone is taken care of. Well done guys. 5 service! read more

I've been here a few times with my friend and I've always appreciated the level of service and welcoming hospitality I feel when I'm here. I've only been when it's slower, but the outdoor space and the fire pit area are both super cute and comfortable. Definitely want to come back when it's busier and see how much more fun it can be. read more

What a terrible place. The bartenders were rude and more concerned with over serving their friends the serving customers. It's a nice room with nasty service. Seattle deserves better. read more