Home United States Washington Bars The Pine Tavern Ballard Bars

The Pine Tavern Ballard

4.8 102 reviews 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM 4818 17th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, United States

Discover this place

Nestled in the heart of Ballard, The Pine Tavern Ballard offers a cozy, unpretentious atmosphere where both locals and visitors can unwind. This bar is known for its outstanding selection of craft beers and expertly crafted cocktails, with specialties like the Ballard BLVD and Fizzy Paloma drawing enthusiastic praise. The menu offers a delightful range of hearty options, from the mouthwatering Cubano sandwich to the popular Chicken Caesar Wrap, all served with warm hospitality. With outdoor seating, bar games, and multiple TVs for sports, it’s an ideal spot for gathering with friends. The Pine Tavern is more than a bar; it’s a community hub that welcomes all.

Photos

The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 1 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 2 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 3 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 4 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 5 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 6 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 7 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 8 The Pine Tavern Ballard - Photo 9

Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Pine Tavern Ballard before visiting.

Reviews for The Pine Tavern Ballard

4.8
102 reviews
5
100%
4
16%
3
5%
2
3%
1
0%

Review highlights

Based on 102 reviews

The Pine Tavern Ballard is widely appreciated for its welcoming atmosphere and friendly, attentive staff, which many patrons highlight as a key strength. The bar offers a solid selection of local beers on tap and features a diverse seating arrangement including indoor, semi-indoor, and outdoor options, catering to various preferences. The food menu, particularly known for its BBQ offerings like brisket, pulled pork, and mac and cheese, receives positive remarks for its quality and flavor. Additionally, the venue's relaxed vibe, creative drink options including mezcal, and availability of games contribute to its appeal as a casual spot for socializing or game nights. Overall, it is regarded as a neighborhood gem that balances good food, drinks, and a friendly environment.

Matt Perrone
Apr 22, 2025

The Pine Tavern is a bad at the corner (and bottom end) of Ballard that has a bunch of local beers on tap, lots of seating, and a surprisingly good food menu of BBQ food. The staff is friendly here, parking outside is usually easy to find (unless Shelter is packed) and they have indoor, semi indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely try out the brisket and chopped brat sandwich and the Mac and cheese, pretty low price for a good portion and good quality.

Robert Babs
Apr 20, 2025

The drinks and food are not that much better than most other spots around town. It’s the folks who work here that really make this place something special. A really awesome staff run the place. Good atmosphere and prices. Definitely a place you’ll want to frequent.

Kira Hendricksen
Apr 01, 2025

Chill place with lots of indoor and outdoor seating, creative drinks, mezcal!, and some cool games to take part of too! Bartender was super friendly, even though it was her second day. Very knowledgeable However, since she is the bar manager at the High Dive. Really into this gem for fun book dates or game playing with my partner or a group.

Tiffany Willits
Mar 23, 2025

Nice, no frills place for a drink and some food! The pulled pork sandwich and macaroni salad was amazingggg!

Conrad ME
Mar 15, 2025

Well forget the rest this is the best. Aloha Aaron this guy is a excellent conversationalist !

Alexander Möthe
Mar 15, 2025

I was there the first evening in Ballard, and I try to be there on my last. Became my living room in Seattle in an instant. Just the place you want to for late drink with friends, for a game night or to dive alone at the bar. Drinks are down to earth, food is great and with fair prices. Pinball. Shuffle Board. Magnet chess. Want to be there in Summer again. Thanks, Karl, for letting me live there. And the Underberg.

Brian Lewis
Mar 07, 2025

Good times had by all. Had a nice time with a couple of regulars and the female bartender whose very unique nickname skips my mind (Merve?). Love the Peanuts kitsch. Snoopy lack of eyes follow you everywhere you move!Good prices, nice atmosphere. Just wish I wasn't staring at some guy's nipple in a Polaroid on the post the whole time! Dog pics were cute though. Dog friendly is awesome, and there's a big outdoor space too.

Margot Stevens
Jan 24, 2025

Always friendly service. Unassuming but good food. Dog friendly! TVs for sports if you want. Pinball!

Write a review

Share your experience with the community. Your honest feedback helps others find great places.

Quick info

Address
4818 17th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107, United States
Price range
$10–20
Category
Bars

Opening hours

  • Monday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Tuesday (Today) 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Wednesday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Thursday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
  • Friday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Saturday 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Sunday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Location

Own this business?

Claim this listing to update info, respond to reviews and reach more customers.

Claim listing

Discover more places like this

Browse thousands of bars, restaurants, cafés and more — wherever you go.

View Menu