Owl'N Thistle Irish Pub
(206) 621-7777
808 Post Ave
Seattle,
WA
98104
47.6031
-122.3354
Neighborhoods: Pioneer Square, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Owl'N Thistle Irish Pub
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The Scene
This venerable Irish bar is a longtime favorite for live music in an intimate space. Though many musical styles are heard--from Bebop and Destruction to Ponticello--the emphasis is on upbeat folk like Pete Krebs. The main room has a floor-level stage so close to the bar that dancing practically transforms you into a member of the band, but make no mistake: The space for music is one of three large seating areas.
The Draw
A well-rendered Guinness is the rule here. But if you're thirsty for spirits, they have a great selection of whiskey and other liquors. Cheap pub grub is offered, with some sizable appetizers available for as low as $4. If you aren't in the mood for music head to the back, where pool and darts complete the package.
User Reviews
bigskytraveler
May 17, 2009
i travel through seattle frequently and i 'm a irishman so i have gone there many times, most recently i was with a group of friends and on two diffrent occasions witness adults intoxicated and beligerant beyond resonable levels, one man who claimed to drink there all the time insulted a woman and threatend to beat up another group of people and was welcomed back into the pub....if thats the cleints allowed to frequent that pub we will have to drink somwere else.
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OutlawPaganIrish
April 24, 2009
I am an Irishman who frequents many of the 52 Irish Pubs in King County, (Compiling a book eventually) and I simply do not understand the negative reviews that I have read about Owl & Thistle. I've been there atleast 20 times in 3 years and have NEVER witnessed any of the things I read of in these reviews. The Staff have always gotten to me in a timely manner, the food is just as good as name brand restaurants and the music is fun and lively. There is even a Stump The Band Challenge I won and the Band bought a round for the house. (Find that in any other Bar!!!) If you don't like REAL Irish Pubs then I guess it's because you're not Irish or you simply wanna act like you're irish. Whatever, I could name numerous Bars, Pubs, taverns and Lounges that are way worse than Owl & Thistle. I will continue going and enjoying being Irish. thank You very much. Erin go Bragh!!!
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jimbender
February 11, 2009
I just read the reviews of the "Owl" here on City Search and I am bewildered at the negative comments. As a professional musician who has spent the last 35 years performing and frequenting Clubs and bars all over America I count the Owl as one of my favorites. I am left to believe that some comments are posted by competition of the bar. The owner in a bad mood all the time???......I have NEVER seen this man have a bad day. The food is good the service is friendly and the atmosphere is camp. I have never posted anything anywhere before but after reading some of these reviews I felt like I should state my opinion.
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Know Before You Go:
Want a seat for the band's set? Then get there early, as this place is no secret.
When To Go:
Happy hour is 3pm to 7pm Monday through Friday.
The Extras:
The kitchen cranks out better than average bar food up until 10pm.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard
