Earl's On The Avenue
Seattle, WA 98105-4413
Phone: (206) 525-4493
- Cross Street:
- NE 43rd Street
- Hours:
- Daily 11am-2am
Editorial Review for Earl's On The Avenue – by Dan Fazio
The Scene
Graduate students come down from the ivroy tower for the congenial atmosphere at Earl's. While it's true that regulars dominate the bar and lounge, and packs of fraternal college students have been known to roam the game area, Earl's is always friendly to newbies. With such a positive attitude, and no frills decor, it's already easy to enjoy yourself--but the stiff drinks make it even easier.
The Draw
Earls features a menu of standard pub grub with decent burgers and all things fried, but this bar is mainly a drinker's bar. Sticking to drinks isn't difficult, however, when you consider the price (cheap) and the potency (off the charts). A Maker's Mark Manhattan straight up is almost too stiff to swallow, while Long Island Ice Teas are notoriously large and intoxicating. There are only four beers on tap, but who needs the stuff when two gin and tonics go for less than $7?
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Insider Tips
When To GoHappy hour is from 9am to 1pm and again from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, featuring $4 well drinks.
User Reviews for Earl's On The Avenue
01/12/2008 Posted by kelsey85
As a 22 year old it is well expected that a bouncer will ask for your ID and give it a good hard look. Not look at all other 10 forms of ID, accuse you of stealing someone's identity, tell you that the ID that you do have is your older sister's who doesnt exist. And then take it to the point that you have to call the police so that you can even keep your driver's license. There were over 25 people in the bar who could vouch for the identity. It ended up that the bouncer was so rude that it made my friend cry. The police came and vouched for her identity and the bouncer didn't even appologize. This is not the first time that the staff seems to be on a power trip. If you are loking for friendly staff, this is not the place. It is a dive bar where you leave feeling dirty. It is a common place for sketchy people to come for a cheap drink. If you are looking to frequent the bars on University Way there are many others that offer cheap drinks and a good atmosphere. Try Finn MacCools, Irish Emmigrant, Dantes, The Duchess etc... Fremont is also very close and so much more fun!
Pros: Strong drinks, but mostly ice, so it's deceiving
Cons: The staff seems to be on a power trip
11/08/2006 Posted by ashwhit
This is definitely your stereotypical dive bar. It's rather dark and dingy, with lots of neon lights, and virtually no one is dressed up. You pay the cook in cash in the back and the garlic fries come in a massive platter and are to die for! You have to be especially wary of how many drinks you consume because one will have a powerful effect on even the most seasoned drinker. I have to be extra careful as I have no tolerance to alcohol! Earl's is known for its potent Long Islands which are virtually clear and bright blue AMFs--all of their drinks are extremely cheap as well. It's a great place for college students to hang out and play pool or just to meet others in the same age range.
Pros: crowded and long line at the bar
Cons: Amazing garlic fries and the most drink for your money
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