Plan on showing ID, because the bar is 21 and over only. Reservations are taken just for large parties, so smaller groups can simply walk in, and a daily happy hour runs too, though times can change, so check the website before you go.
Bathtub Gin and Co.
Head down the alley between Blanchard and Lenora streets to find this speakeasy, and enjoy the hunt as part of the evening. It is a lovely fit for couples and small groups who want a tucked away, intimate setting with a real sense of discovery.
Navy Strength
Trade stirred and serious for bright and playful at Navy Strength, at 2505 2nd Ave. The cocktail list leans tropical with a tiki influence, making it the place to go when you are in the mood for something fun in the glass.
The Whisky Bar
Whisky takes center stage at this bar at 2122 2nd Ave, just as the name promises. Stop in to explore the spirit neat or sip it in classic whisky drinks.
Dives, Games and Art
Shorty's
Grab a hot dog and a turn at the pinball machines at Shorty's, a true Belltown dive at 2222 2nd Ave. Come here when the plan is low key fun, cheap thrills on the flippers and a snack to keep you going.
Jupiter Bar
Jupiter Bar pairs a creative streak with a large game room, and it is 21 and over. Bring a group that wants something to do besides talk, or drop in if you simply like a bar with an artistic side.
Where to Pair Cocktails With Dinner
Some Random Bar
Look for Some Random Bar on 1st Ave, a food friendly spot with a long list of cocktails. It makes an easy choice for a group that wants to eat and drink in one place without much planning.
Black Bottle
Turn to Black Bottle when you want solid cocktails alongside a meal. It suits a relaxed evening where dinner and drinks share equal billing.
Palace Kitchen
Palace Kitchen is well regarded for combining cocktails with food, so book in for a sit down dinner before or after your bar crawl.
Plan Your Belltown Bar Crawl
- Start on 2nd Ave: Rob Roy, Shorty's, Navy Strength and The Whisky Bar all share the same street, so strolling from one to the next is simple.
- Bring ID: Rob Roy and Jupiter Bar are 21 and over, and you should expect to be carded throughout the neighborhood.
- Eat early: Line up a dinner stop such as Palace Kitchen or Black Bottle before the cocktails start flowing.
Looking for daytime plans to round out the trip? Browse our list of things to do in Seattle or see nearby Seattle landmarks.
Hours, menus and policies change, so check each business's own website for current details before you head out.
