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Old school dive bar with an art deco back bar and a cool back patio featuring personal fire pits and misters. Atmosphere stays chill and cozy, encouraging easy conversation with solid music and occasional live performances. Games like pool and darts add to the relaxed, neighborhood vibe.

Food features top-notch quality with consistent satisfaction. The mushroom burger stands out as a highlight among the offerings.

Classic bar vibe with great service and an over-the-top menu. Bartenders like Drew, Cody, and Iker deliver spectacular service at very good prices.

People are saying

"The wings at this dive bar are freshly fried and loaded with flavor."

"The bar's wings were amazing and the beer was cold."

"I thought the food here was amazing."

Good to know

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Happy hour is available any day of the week with great deals.

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Karaoke happens every Saturday night, ensuring a fun atmosphere.

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Expect a relaxed karaoke rotation with minimal wait times.

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Dive bar with spacious layout and multiple pool tables offers a lively, family-like atmosphere where patrons quickly connect. Music plays loudly, creating an intense vibe, while games like skeeball and darts add to the fun. Heated outdoor patio and TVs showing sports provide additional spaces to relax.

Fantastic food stands out alongside a lively setting with pool tables, skee-ball, and darts. The menu offers unique and amazing dishes that surpass typical pizza joints.

A true dive bar with a safe, happy vibe where everyone welcomes you warmly. Plenty of room for playing pool and enjoying cheap drinks while chatting with friendly folks.

People are saying

"I thought the pizza here was the best I'd had."

"The food here is amazing and one of the best things."

"It's a great dive bar with authentic vibes."

Good to know

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Free meat bingo is held on Mondays.

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Food is served until 1am.

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Parking is limited, with some street parking available.

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Sports bar combines golf course access with casual dining, featuring affordable prices especially for club members. Music leans toward dance-oriented, which contrasts with the relaxed bar area. Menu highlights include exceptional burritos and hearty burgers, creating a satisfying experience.

Food offers good bar options and reasonable prices with a focus on great service. The menu features solid, enjoyable dishes that pair well with drinks.

Good bar food and drinks pair with golf course eats. Music leans toward dance-oriented, which may affect the casual bar vibe.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was great."

"I enjoyed great drinks and good bar food."

"I found the burrito to be exceptionally good."

Good to know

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The driving range and putting area are available for practice.

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A 9 and 18 hole golf course is accessible for play.

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Club members receive discounted prices on food and drinks.

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Building shaped like a giant teapot with eclectic decor and jungle motifs creates a unique setting. Constant live karaoke fills the space with energy, drawing a friendly crowd that feels like a close community. Outdoor seating and a rooftop stage add variety to the lively, colorful ambiance.

Food shows steady improvement with amazing flavors and delicious dishes. Prices stay reasonable around $70 before tip.

A dive bar inside a giant coffee pot-shaped building offers a unique, fun vibe with graffiti-tagged bathroom walls and karaoke. The staff are down to earth and welcoming, creating a lively atmosphere.

People are saying

"I want to come back for the karaoke."

"This bar is a super cute, unique spot with wild decor."

"The food here is good."

Good to know

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Karaoke happens every night, starting around 9 PM.

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Expect long wait times for karaoke slots, especially on weekends.

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The bar is open until 2 AM every day.

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Dive bar with classy cocktails and a chill vibe hosts a diverse crowd including LGBTQIA+ and bikers. Covered back patio offers a cozy, secluded spot while games like darts add casual fun. Drag shows bring lively energy with bright spotlights.

Food features good variety with a focus on flavorful dishes. Nacho toppings lean toward plant-based options, with some feedback on the taste of the beyond beef alternative.

A lively dive bar with a queer-friendly vibe and support for drag performances. It offers diverse music, knowledgeable tarot readings every other Thursday, and consistent good service with outdoor seating options.

People are saying

"It's a dive bar with classy cocktails and handcrafted ginger beer."

"I thought the food here was pretty good."

"It's a lively, queer-friendly dive bar with a chill vibe."

Good to know

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Expect high prices for drinks, with mules costing around $20.

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The menu includes limited options, primarily panini-type sandwiches with chips.

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Every other Thursday, a tarot reader visits and offers readings.

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Old-school tavern with a 40s era wraparound bar and three pool tables creates a cozy dive bar vibe. Atmosphere stays calm and local, with busy nights during pool leagues. Food features large, crispy fried chicken wings and classic bar fare.

Food offers consistently delicious and fabulous flavors. Dishes come out fantastic every time.

A huge wrap-around bar anchors the space, surrounded by three pool tables and many tables for sitting. The vibe channels 40s era tavern culture with TVs showing local content and friendly greetings all around.

People are saying

"The American food here, especially the fried chicken wings, is huge and perfectly seasoned."

"The fried chicken chunks here are huge and served hot."

"The chicken wings here are fried crispy and seasoned well."

Good to know

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The menu features a half chicken for $14.50 when ordered ร  la carte.

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Expect longer wait times for food during peak hours.

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There is ample parking in the back with a separate entrance.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious interior with modern decor and a full bar creates a lively setting. Atmosphere suits families, couples, and solo diners, often filled with happy Hispanic-American families. Noise levels rise with crowd size due to lack of sound dampening, giving a cafeteria-like feel.

Food comes out fresh and the staff stays incredibly attentive. Every visit delivers amazing flavors and solid service.

A full bar offers a wide range of cocktails plus red and white wines. The bar area features counter seating and a beautiful setup.

People are saying

"The Mexican food here has excellent, complex flavors and heat."

"The food here is fresh and delicious."

"The drinks and food here are delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a Seniors menu with discounted meals.

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Free warm chips and salsa are provided upon seating.

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Prices are reasonable, averaging about $30 per person for an entrรฉe and drink.

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Golf course offers beautiful views and a family-oriented vibe with many children involved in programs. Large, well-maintained practice areas include a heated driving range, putting greens, and chipping zones. Night golf features lit fairways and greens with colored indicators guiding through nine holes.

Food here is consistently good with a focus on satisfying pub-style dishes. The patio offers a nice spot to enjoy meals while watching golfers.

Bar offers beverages with flashing lights for visibility in the dark and serves good food. Staff are very sweet and allow drinks on the course.

People are saying

"The golf courses here are always in excellent condition."

"It's a great place for kids to learn golf and have a blast."

"The food here is amazing and awesome."

Good to know

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Glow golf is available on Friday and Saturday nights after sunset.

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The driving range is heated and affordable.

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Parking is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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Large concert hall with festival seating and multiple bars creates an open, energetic space. Top-tier sound system and dynamic lighting deliver clear music and vibrant visuals. The venue hosts live bands and DJs, offering a lively atmosphere with ample room to dance.

Food comes with a limited selection separate from the bar but stays good and affordable. Staff work hard to keep both drinks and food flowing smoothly.

Two bars operate with amazing bartenders serving great drinks. The space doubles as a concert hall with live music, creating a lively atmosphere. Food options are limited but good and priced decently, with a separate area from the bar.

People are saying

"The drinks here are top-notch with awesome sound."

"I found the live music here to be great."

"I thought the food was great and affordable."

Good to know

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Karaoke night happens every Thursday with a two-drink minimum.

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Trivia nights are interactive and take place every Tuesday at 8pm.

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Taco Tuesday features live music and a mini rave event.

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Woobling Korean BBQ - Tacoma Mall image 1

Restaurant offers interactive table-side grilling with a modern black and gold interior and K-pop music videos playing on big TVs. Atmosphere balances comfortable and lively, though music volume can be high. Cocktails and soju drinks complement the upscale dining experience.

Food here features authentic Korean cuisine with high-quality ingredients and pairs well with great drinks. Service matches the food's quality, creating a consistently satisfying dining experience.

A full bar offers a variety of drinks, but cocktails require ordering directly at the bar. Staff behind the bar are attentive and greet guests warmly, creating a friendly atmosphere.

People are saying

"The food here was amazing and very good."

"The Korean food here is amazing, and the servers are so nice."

"You have to try the divine Soju cocktails here."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 9:00 p.m. to close Monday through Friday for $19.95.

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Expect limited menu options during happy hour despite advertised lower prices.

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The restaurant offers all-you-can-eat options for a fixed price.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican restaurant with live Mariachi and Latin bands creating a lively atmosphere. Music and dancing are common, especially on weekends, contributing to a high-energy vibe. The interior is clean and welcoming, blending a festive bar feel with dining space.

Food here is consistently fresh and flavorful with a focus on Mexican and seafood dishes. Burritos stand out as particularly delicious and wholesome.

An extensive bar offers a wide range of drinks including good non-alcoholic options. The bar area feels nice and lively, especially with a vibrant crowd in the evening.

People are saying

"The seafood here is incredibly fresh and delicious."

"The Mexican food here really satisfied my cravings."

"The food here is amazing, fresh, and full of flavor."

Good to know

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Live music and karaoke night happens on Saturdays.

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After 10:00 PM, the venue transforms into a nightclub atmosphere.

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Gratuity is included in the bill, which averages around $60.

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