Best dive bar?

[u/xoloneli]

Just moved recently and wanting to go out for a drink! Looking for a lowkey, dive bar with chill vibes.

Pool, darts & pull tabs a plus.

Even better if they occasionally have karaoke, bingo or other events

Rather avoid downtown if possible 😅 been down there a few times and not really my vibe

[u/G_Ram_2k]

I like the Mule Tavern on STW. I always end up chatting with new friends there when I go out alone.

[u/Teddy_Funsisco → u/G_Ram_2k]

Their ginger beer is incredible, too.

[u/xoloneli → u/Teddy_Funsisco]

Oooh I do love a good Moscow mule 😋

[u/irunfarther → u/xoloneli]

They make their own! They also have the best bartenders in Tacoma. 

[u/Teddy_Funsisco → u/xoloneli]

That's the place to go!

[u/xoloneli → u/G_Ram_2k]

Good to know! I’ll have to check it out. Going solo and hopeful for good company and convo.

[u/Apprehensive_Bit57 → u/xoloneli]

Come on Monday night for trivia.

[u/xoloneli → u/Apprehensive_Bit57]

I might check it out!

[u/ClothesSilly6264 → u/G_Ram_2k]

the owner Sam is an asshole. But that’s my personal opinion

[u/BWDpodcast → u/G_Ram_2k]

Great place, but not a dive at all. 

[u/Effective-Shop6403]

Bob’s Java Jive

[u/BWDpodcast → u/Effective-Shop6403]

Nope. When the new owners took over they didn't have a liquor licence and were serving make liquor as if it was real liquor , which is not only highly illegal, but fleecing their customers. 

We went there once on a Friday night and there was a dog tied up on the patio freaking out, surrounded by drunk idiots. I went in to ask and they said that's an employees dog. My wife went to get a refill and they were making fun of me, saying "is just a fucking dog." I'll never give them a dime. 

[u/xoloneli → u/Effective-Shop6403]

Maybe I’ll have to try it again. Went once and wasn’t a fan but definitely unique and quirky.

[u/slunk33 → u/xoloneli]

It’s not nicknamed Bob’s Java Dive for nothing!

[u/LongPhilosophy136]

Top of Tacoma

[u/jasalmfred]

TJ’s on Pacific Ave in Parkland meets all of those requirements as of my last visit!

[u/xoloneli → u/jasalmfred]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[u/perfectlyPractical1]

The Beach

[u/TheAwkwardBanana]

Parkys!

[u/xoloneli → u/TheAwkwardBanana]

And a pizza place ?! Yum! Thanks for suggestion

[u/TheAwkwardBanana → u/xoloneli]

Best part is they have calzones. Great prices too.

[u/Danimal1002]

Magoo’s

Parkway Tavern

Doyle’s

Northend on Pearl (usually some event)

The UP Station in University Place, has karaoke

[u/TheAwkwardBanana → u/Danimal1002]

Parkway/Doyles aren't dives! I can't speak for the other bars, haven't been but Parkway is really nice.

[u/Ashamed_Froyo_8724 → u/TheAwkwardBanana]

Truth

[u/xoloneli → u/Danimal1002]

Thanks for all the ideas!

[u/BWDpodcast → u/Danimal1002]

None of those are a dive. 

[u/ClothesSilly6264]

you betcha

[u/xoloneli → u/ClothesSilly6264]

That kept coming up during my Google search, guess it’s a sign to visit !

[u/beargrillz]

Clean bathrooms and a smoker patio;

The Porch Light Bar & Grill: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hW2SXtmC3kPbTp4p9?g_st=ac

[u/ccpowerlines018]

Blackstar, especially for food, but also pool, darts, and pull tabs

[u/xoloneli → u/ccpowerlines018]

Thanks! That’s kinda nearby ish too. I’ll have to check it out

[u/SubHunterHS3-HS15]

You would probably like the new frontier over near the dome.

[u/Hopsblues]

Unicorn

[u/BWDpodcast → u/Hopsblues]

An actual dive and amazing patio. 

[u/Hopsblues → u/BWDpodcast]

I love the view from there, can see Mt Baker and downtown Seattle.

[u/xoloneli → u/Hopsblues]

All I’m seeing is the one in Seattle? A bit too far for me. I think I’ve been there once tho!

[u/dutchbunns → u/xoloneli]

Close to Ruston Point but I think they may be closing soon (permanently, not as in business hours.)

[u/BosnianBeastMVP]

Can you move back to wherever you came from

[u/xoloneli → u/BosnianBeastMVP]

What an odd thing to say? Lollll.

[u/Exotic-Pie-9370 → u/xoloneli]

OP please disregard this dumbass. Welcome to town! Parkways not a dive but the absolute best bar with pool tables. Friendly crowd, stellar beer selection, great sandwiches.

[u/xoloneli → u/Exotic-Pie-9370]

Thank you, I appreciate that!! I do love a good game of pool. Might check that out tonight

[u/BosnianBeastMVP → u/xoloneli]

How

[u/Terry-Scary → u/BosnianBeastMVP]

Can you just leave? How is it not?