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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The Octopus Bar

Yo, ho, ho & a bottle of rum

"The Octopus Bar" is by far the best watering hole in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood. The decor should be tacky (in theory), but it's effortlessly cool

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Aarin

Wright

Jun 24, 2025

Mbar

Cocktails with a view

"Mbar" Seattle is best known for their Divine Intervention cocktail. From the highly curated dinner to the seats by the firepit, it is perfect for a date.

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Snacks

Diya

Khanna

Jun 16, 2025

Robert Ramsay Cellars

A small craft winery

"Robert Ramsay Cellars" in Seattle is a little hidden from the outside but absolutely worth it. You can try wine flight or pours - the Mouvedre is my fav.

Bars

Diya

Khanna

Jun 16, 2025

JarrBarr

Cocktails and Spanish tapas

"JarrBarr" has been dubbed 'the best little bar in Seattle'. It's the kind of place that a friend of a friend of a friend will recommend to you...

Bars

Diya

Khanna

Jun 16, 2025

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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Snacks

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

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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

The Octopus Bar

Yo, ho, ho & a bottle of rum

Aarin

Wright

Mbar

Cocktails with a view

Diya

Khanna

Robert Ramsay Cellars

A small craft winery

Diya

Khanna

JarrBarr

Cocktails and Spanish tapas

Diya

Khanna

Rocco's

Gourmet pizza by the slice

Vidhi

Bhagdev

Rachel's Ginger Beer

Drinks and dessert

Munya

Souaiaia

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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