The Best Local Bars in Seattle

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Seattle. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Check out JarrBarr for amazing cocktails and delicious Spanish tapas, or visit Robert Ramsay Cellars for crafted wines. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable evening in the city!

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Rocco's

Gourmet pizza by the slice

"Rocco's" in Seattle is one of my go-to places for a slice of pizza or a drink. I also like their garlic bread and Caesar's salad...

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Vidhi

Bhagdev

Jun 11, 2025

Rachel's Ginger Beer

Drinks and dessert

"Rachel's Ginger Beer" Seattle is where I go when I'm craving dessert-in a cup. Every day they have at least five different ginger beer flavors on tap...

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Snacks

Munya

Souaiaia

Jun 11, 2025

Tutta Bella

Comfort food in a casual atmosphere

"Tutta Bella" Seattle is one of the first places that crosses my mind when I can't decide where to eat. One of my regular choices is the pizza bianca...

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Munya

Souaiaia

Jun 11, 2025

Knee High Stocking Co.

Cozy speakeasy

"Knee High Stocking" Co. Seattle is a prohibition-style "speakeasy" located on Capitol Hill with great cocktails. I recommend sitting at the bar...

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Munya

Souaiaia

Jun 11, 2025

Westward

Best happy hour view

"Westward & Little Gull" Seattle has my favorite happy hour view in town. I like happy hour prices, especially oyster happy hour prices...

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Munya

Souaiaia

Jun 11, 2025

Flying Lion Brewery

Brewers with a big heart

"Flying Lion Brewery" in Seattle is for you if you're looking for a little adventure of a bar. The bikes for clients to help with the brewing, for instance

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Daniel

Lim

Jun 11, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Seattle

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Aarin

Diya

You?

Munya

Vidhi

Daniel

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Aarin

Diya

You?

Munya

Vidhi

Daniel

Rocco's

Gourmet pizza by the slice

Vidhi

Bhagdev

Rachel's Ginger Beer

Drinks and dessert

Munya

Souaiaia

Tutta Bella

Comfort food in a casual atmosphere

Munya

Souaiaia

Knee High Stocking Co.

Cozy speakeasy

Munya

Souaiaia

Westward

Best happy hour view

Munya

Souaiaia

Flying Lion Brewery

Brewers with a big heart

Daniel

Lim

Heading to Bars?

... for just €9.99

Going to Bars?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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