Kirbie was our bartender and he was super easy to deal with. We were waiting for an event to start so we ordered a couple beers and had an appetizer to share. The spinach artichoke dip was absolutely amazing and I would probably go back just for that. Beers and ambience were absolutely what you would expect at a local bar next to the event center. It wasn't that busy but we were there for a comedy show at McCall Hall and we just walked down the street to have a beer. I would highly recommend this place if you wanted to sit and chill. read more

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Good beer selection food is pretty mid. Wings are sad and lonely. Blue cheese is mayo custard. Again, great beer selection read more

We were looking for a place to have a beer before a Seattle Kraken game and came across Uptown Hophouse. What a great place! Lots of tv's, restaurant and bar seating, and super friendly staff! We had beer and shared a plate of nachos. The next time we are headed to a game, this place will be our go-to! They have a variety of beers on tap, the beer tender made a great pick on a hazy IPA for us, and we had a stout and our favorite local beer, Bodhizafa (Georgetown Brewery). The nachos were delicious! The chips were crisp, the guacamole was seasoned well, and there were plenty of jalapeños and toppings. Perfect size for four to share! We also saw wings and flatbread pizzas go by and will try them next time! Great place to hang out and they have both indoor and outdoor seating. read more

This was a fun stop after hitting up the space needle and pop culture museum. They offer beer flights and a good food menu. We just drank beers for a pretty long while. They have shuffleboard too. It's a fun spot that I bet gets super busy when an event is going on in the arena nearby. read more

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My group looked everywhere for a spot to watch the Team USA soccer game and everywhere was packed hours before the game. I was able to secure the last table available At Uptown Hophouse an hour before kickoff. They have a mass variety of different drinks and bar food. We enjoyed our pretzels and French bread pizzas. Despite it being packed, the staff was very attentive to us. I liked how they had water out to serve ourselves which was helpful on a very hot day. read more

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Been wanting to come here for awhile (unfortunately it closed early on a pride and FIFA tournament night which further inhibited) but finally made it. The pretzel street signs got me and I can say that the pretzel are amazing. An actually decent amount of cheese, nicely salted, and lots of other great menu options. No French fried though so if you are looking for that in your pub this is not the place. Our server was nice but seemed slightly understaffed. I also appreciate that it had the sports going on but it is not too too loud inside. Will definitely be coming back to try the artichoke dip. read more

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My partner and I stopped in to Uptown Hophouse before a Storm game, and to catch team USA in their first World Cup match, and it was a great spot to spend a few hours. We had wings, and the French bread pizza (with pepperoni), which hit in the best possible way after a couple of fantastic drinks. The place was packed, and had a warm atmosphere. The service was great, everyone was attentive and welcoming. We'll definitely be back for all our climate pledge pre-game needs! read more

Like many reviewers, we came here from a sportsbar nearby after being ignored for about 10 minutes. We were a bit in a hurry because we were in this area for the Le Sserafim Easy Crazy Hot Tour and kpop concerts always start right on time. We had to eat something within about an hour. We sat down and the server greeted and took our drink order right away. The place wasn't packed but there were enough people eating. It was a Wednesday night. They get an extra star from me because they had roughly idk ...25? Taps. Very impressive and they had Pliny the Elder from Russian River. Obviously the beer person here knows what he or she is doing. The food we ordered isn't really all that fair to judge. It was just nachos with beef on it. It wasn't bad but wasn't anything I couldn't have made at home. The price was okay and the portion was big. Interior looked like a clean neighborhood sportsbar nothing like a corporate chain venue. They also have a small outdoor seating area. I think I saw two tables. I will be back in this area for the Laufey concert next month. Maybe I will come back here again to try one of their sandwiches. read more

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To give context, I started at Tom's across the street and left promptly because of the service. Uptown Hophouse was a huge upgrade. The beer selection alone is great, but the food options are also phenomenal. As a vegetarian, these wings were SO good I had to check multiple times to make sure they weren't actual chicken. They're THAT good. On top of that, the service is wonderful. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. Another bonus, they have Magner's available, which is generally pretty tough to find. I'll stop here every time I visit Seattle for sure. read more

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Amazing service which surprised me the night of an event at the Pledge arena. Was stoked to see they had a local sour beer out of 25 available. Husband got the hot Hawaiian and said the pineapple evened out the jalepenos. The pesto flatbread was light and hit the spot. Loved the pac man game to play while waiting for food read more

Our first visit ever here. We wanted sports tv's but quieter than other places like Tom's across the street. Service was perfect and continuous checking. The Hot Hawaiian pizza was superb ( red onions we kept off). Crust thin, dry and not greasy, perfect. Even red pepper flakes were fast pouring and offered. The cocktails were great too-loved their choices. Plenty of tables. 6 tv's too! What a pleasant place to go before the Billy Idol concert. Strongly recommend this place. read more

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If you are heading to a Kraken game best get here before 5:30pm for a 7pm puck drop. Walked in and got a table for two. Filled up super quick after 5:45pm. Wait staff was super friendly all the way to the end even though it was really busy. Flatbread tasted like real pizza. Wife got the Cuban sandwich and it was very good even though it went w salami instead of ham. Solid bread and pulled pork. Excellent spot, would definitely come again for pregame! read more

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Great brewpub to go to before an event in Seattle Center! It's modern with lots of seating and beer options, and plenty of TVs to watch h games. Wish they were open a bit later but I understand that it's more of a brewery type of feel so they close earlier than a bar. read more

Great bar! Out of towners, very impressed. Great selection of beers and impeccable service

Stopped in here for some drinks after spending most of the day helping out a friend. The bar looked like it was lined with regulars, none of the other seats were occupied which was a bit odd for a Sunday afternoon. Uptown Hophouse is a sports bar and when you walk in there is no mistaking that. Sport merch and decor are shown off and I'm sure its peak times are when a Kraken game is going on or if they're showing a big Seahawks or Mariners game, but I've seen other sport bars still be more populated, so I assume it's somewhat new or perhaps it has something to do with some of the other reviewer's experiences. I was here with some buddies and the bartender was pleasant enough, gave same pours and was present of pour another round when we were empty. Decent selection of beers and they have cocktails as well. Can't speak about the food but it's a decent enough sport bar if you're in the area. read more

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Awful cocktails and bad service Server acted annoyed to be there Will not be back Do not recommend read more

We were there during the Battle In Seattle. The place was crazy busy, but when we were seated the service was spot on.

We went here before the Kraken game last night and had the absolute best service. The bar staff here is so friendly. When we moved from the bar to a table I was worried the bartender would miss out on a tip if they transferred our tab and they said nope we all share and we all work together. That's probably why they're all so nice. Great place! Good beer selection and our Nachos were yum! read more

Local place with homemade soft pretzels that are exactly like I had in Philadelphia. Taco salad was also good. While busy when there are games there is no line usually. Prices are way less than Tom's. read more

Uptown is cool. I really like the vibe here,feels unpretentious, familiar and has an outstanding array of drinks, including many brews & cocktails. We weren't able to try the food because we came before a dinner rez but I'd be down. Nice joint, super chill on a non-Kraken night. read more

Great selection of beer and cider. Small food selection. We got ciders and bar food. Food included pepperoni pizza, nachos, chicken wings, and a side salad. The best thing was probably the nachos. It seemed to be a popular item to get ordered. Service was good but once it gets busy they switch to counter service where you basically order and pay at the counter. read more

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Uptown Hophouse is located at Vivid Apartments and is a block away from Climate Pledge Arena. It's in a super convenient location as you can grab a drink before or after events at the arena. Even if you're not going to the arena itself, they have TVs to watch sports games. Although their name is called hophouse, they also serve cocktails and spirits along with beer. read more

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I love it here! Sail is a knowledgeable bartender who provides great service. There's a wonderful group of regulars who add to the atmosphere. read more

Great spot to hit before a Climate Pledge event, but don't be expecting a lot. The beer menu was solid, but both the food and service were lacking. Not only is the bites menu limited (yes, I know, this place is a sports bar), but the food itself is just okay; I got the supreme flatbread and it was just alright - nothing to write home about, despite the price. Service was also a bit inattentive. I'd definitely grab a beer here again but if you're hungry, I'd recommend checking out some of Uptown's other offerings. read more

Our go-to place on Tuesdays (taco day) - beef hard shell is the best! Tried several types of beers and they are always pretty good. Will miss this place since we are moving to another area. read more

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The bestie and I came here to wait until the doors opened at the Climate Pledge Arena for the Old Dominion concert and we didn't want to wait in the rain. It was fortuitous for 3 reasons: the World Series game was on (the bestie is a born and raised Texan and lifelong Rangers fan), I wanted a snack, it was across the street. We got the 1/2 order of chicken nachos. They were delicious, made the right way with crispy cheese edges, juicy chicken and the sour cream on the side (she isn't a fan). The bartenders were attentive even though they were packed. And bonus for having a water station so I didn't have to wait for a refill. Will be back next time we're attending an event at Climate Pledge. read more

Such a cool chill pub/bar! I would rather go here and have a beer than the other loud overpriced chains! Support local!

WOW!!! What??? A neighborhood bar in Seattle where the staff actually cares about your experience? THESE GUYS ARE AMAZING!! James and James (or James and Jimmy) Are two of the most wonderful, accommodating, service oriented guys in this business. I've been in the restaurant industry in this city my entire life. I and am often disappointed in how poor service has become. These two guys at Uptown Hop House will BLOW YOU AWAY!! Thank you- thank you- thank you For reminding me that people like you two still exist! read more

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Can't miss this spot in Seattle! We stopped in while visiting from Juneau for a concert here and the bartender Brenden made our day! He suggested the PERFECT beer and made us some bomb Philly pretzels. We're here for the weekend so we're absolutely coming back tomorrow! read more

This place absolutely gets 5 stars because it exceeded expectations. I was expecting below average bar food and what I got was incredible. The pulled pork sandwich was awesome... couldn't believe it. Soup was great, jalapeño poppers were great, drinks were great... place had a great vibe. Employees were nice and super casual. Great spot to watch a game or to have a few drinks before attending a game at the arena right next to it! I would highly recommend this spot to anyone swinging through! read more

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Good beer selection but the food is very mediocre at best, especially for the price. I used to work food service so I have a lot of patience but even by my standards the staff here is aloof and rude. Definitely won't be coming back. read more

Came here Monday for the nba game. The place was packed and had a limited event menu but we were able to find some gems on this menu. The crab dip was amazing. The shrimp scampi flatbread hit all the notes. It has the buttery crispness of the oven toasted flatbread with generous portions of shrimp and cheese on top. The Asian wings were on point and service was nice despite the crazy amount of people gathered inside. Im excited to try the steak bites and pull pork sandwich next time. read more

Great location across the street from Seattle's largest performance arena, outdoor seating, friendly no-fuss service, their tasty hummus plate makes a good vegan HH option. If the noise level is under control when I return on a busy night this spot could become a fave. read more

They have vegan chilli, just wish they had a vegetarian hot dog to go along with it. good selection of beers though.

Love this place! The food and service are awesome and I love the ambiance/location. With that said people who come here can be quite rude when it gets crowded. Like I'm waiting there calmly to pay my tab and someone else steps in front and keeps try to nudge me out of the way. Happened twice yesterday (once with a group who eventually left after I wouldn't move and another with an old man) and when I didn't even finish paying (signing my receipt and handing it back with the tip) some old man - who kept trying to step into my space - then literally pushed me out of the spot so that he could pay for his beer instead - with little to no regard that I was still standing there. Like give me an extra 10 seconds to sign my receipt. I had to move since he literally would've physically pushed me or bumped into me but common courtesy and respect for others seems lost on people who seem to come here. The servers were cool about it otherwise - they were nice folk. The irony is that these are the same people who during the pandemic would scream at me to social distance and "go away, get out of here", and would be the first to yell and scream bloody murder and injustice (at times looking for a fight) if I ever did anything remotely the same as these entitled hypocrites. Some would even lecture me on how I'm being rude but of course the same rules don't apply to them since they're so privileged and on a higher moral ground. All around uncomfortable vibes so won't be back for a while. read more

Awesome food. Really amazing service. This place had one bartender serving 12 tables and he didn't miss a bear. When service around the globe is bad. This place stands out. Turkey pesto sandwich amazing. And the hummus plate. Really good. read more

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Went here last night before a concert. We had the bodhizafa. Excellent. Though it didn't have much head on it. We ordered the food as well. I got the Steak Hiuse sub. Very disappointing. Shaved smoked tritip. There wasn't much smoked flavor and to be real honest there was barely any meat. Seriously for the $21 your paying you would expect at least more than one layer of meat. There was definitely a lot of cheese. Had chips with it which looked like they opened a bag of ruffles and put it on the plate. My spouse ordered the wings. And they were pretty decent. Had the garlic parmesan seasoning. They were pretty meaty and tasty. Though the number of wings was less than we expected. Maybe we've lived in the suburbs too longs. Is Seattle that expensive now for very mediocre food. We'd come back.. for the beer. Pass on the food. read more

Went here for dinner. Not busy at all- walked I. And seated ourselves. Ordered a "Seattle pineapple agave cider", was very good. The pulled pork sandwich was one of the best I've ever had. The perfect amount of spice. The bartender/ waiter told us it's made in house. My fiancé ordered the nachos. He got a huge tray loaded up with all the fixings. The restaurant looked very clean. They had an opening where you can see back into the kitchen which I liked that. The music and vibe was great. They had a bookshelf of board games to play also. Highly recommend if you are in the downtown Seattle area read more

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[I've updated my review to relay my second experience here. We were happily surprised by the extended bar menu during the Seahawks v. Cardinals game. Nice! Service was attentive. We ordered a Charcuterie plate that beat the Nest (a fancy hotel bar) by a long shot. We were overcharged 1 cider and the establishment kindly removed that drink. We remain impressed and would come again to watch our hometown football win win win! I claim this as my new game bar. I like the food, TV's, and consistent service. Playoffs here come the hawks and the fans with them! Beware!!! This is a very small (felt like 60 person capacity) neighborhood bar. The best part about this place is that there are huge TV's mounted on every wall of the bar. You can't get a bad view of the game no matter where you sit. It's awesome! The service is great and the bathrooms are so nice and clean, if I could give them an extra half star for that I would. At full capacity on a Monday game night we experienced quick service, regular check in's to make sure we didn't need anything else, and solid bar food for game day. The menu is short, but we didn't want much in the way of food. We were there to watch the Hawks vs. the Vikings game and share a couple ciders. My husband ordered a chili dog and nachos which he said tasted fine. The food was basic with no frills like sour cream or guacamole but like I said that didn't bother us at the time. 3 stars for meeting expectations! read more

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It's a nice little local bar. A place you can walk in off the street and feel comfortable. They have a large beer selection which is unsurprising consider the name. The food was surprisingly good and we were shocked by the portion size. Seriously the chili bowl is huge (thanks to the rice and other mix-ins). A nice touch is the mints by the bathroom! My only comment is while I found the place comfortable I didn't feel like I wanted to stay more than an hour. I can't put my finger on why. read more