Tin Hat Bar & Grill
Seattle, WA 98117
Phone: (206) 782-2770
- Cross Street:
- 5th Avenue NW
- Best of Citysearch:
- Jukebox 2007, DJs 2004
- Hours:
- Daily 4pm-2am
Editorial Review for Tin Hat Bar & Grill – by Paul Fontana
The Scene
Ballard Avenue's triumvirate of Hattie's Hat, the Sunset and the Tractor may anchor the neighborhood's nightlife, but this slightly out-of-the-way institution is no secret to Ballard tipplers. Once a rough-and-tumble outpost, the Tin Hat has transformed itself into a friendly watering hole, where the rowdies have been largely consigned to the beloved jukebox (featuring the likes of the Cramps, Stooges, Gories and Devo). Twenty and thirty-somethings predominate, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, yet a healthy after-work business draws a more diverse crowd.
The Draw
This isn't a place to play "stump the bartender." Simple cocktails and the occasional shot are acceptable, but beer reigns supreme. A strong lineup of mostly Northwest microbrews is available, though standbys like Budweiser and Pabst flow just as freely. The menu is comprised of standard bar fare (with some vegetarian-friendly choices), but the preparation is often surprisingly strong.
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Insider Tips
When to GoFree pinball all day Mondays.
The ExtrasThe kitchen is open until midnight nightly, making it one of the few places in the neighborhood to eat past 10pm.
User Reviews for Tin Hat Bar & Grill
04/25/2008 Posted by JaredRoach47
Everytime I have been here it has been bad music so loud that you have to YELL at the person right across from you for them to hear you. I will never go back until someone steals the speakers.
12/14/2007 Posted by kenwa
Its a good last stop before walking home. Dark and loud, strong drinks, and pretty good food. Not trying to be anything that its not.
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