Fortunately, that just means Seattle’s developed a vibrant nightlife to compensate. Here are five activities that get better once the sun’s gone down:
The Tractor Tavern
If you’re looking for bands that are a little less mainstream and a little more country, a little more rockabilly, or a little more indie, then the Tractor Tavern has the sound you’ve been looking for. The dress is come-as-you-are, the drinks are in plastic cups no matter what you order, and most nights there’s live music courtesy of underground bands and local acts.
Foundation Nightclub
If your tastes tend more towards dancing and DJs, then you’ll find Foundation a good fit. Like the Tractor Tavern, Foundation has live music more nights than not, with a rotating cast of resident DJs and more than a few guest musicians stopping by regularly. And if you think you might have trouble getting in through the door, you can sign up on Foundation’s guest list so that you’re sure to get in — although the guest list doesn’t allow you to skip the line.
Comet Tavern
If long waits to get in and frenetic dancing aren’t your speed, then you should try Comet Tavern instead. Seattle has a downright crazy number of dive bars and sleepy holes-in-the-wall where you can drink yourself under a pool table in a relatively subdued atmosphere. In this case, though, between the live music and karaoke you shouldn’t expect your stay to be particularly quiet.
Century Ballroom
If you prefer your dancing to have a little more style and flair, Century Ballroom features nightly dances in styles that range from waltz and tango to salsa and swing. Can’t dance? There’s no need to worry — not when Century provides regular lessons in every style. The Century Ballroom also features a store where you can buy music and a restaurant, The Tin Table, which has a particular preference for local growers and meals made from scratch.
Mecca Cafe
Mecca Cafe combines the seediness of a dive bar with the greasiness of a small-scale local eatery. Mecca features diner classics like all-day breakfast and a wide selection of burgers and fried appetizers, but at the same time it’s got a fully functioning bar that operates right up until closing time at 2 am. On top of that, while most bar/restaurants tend to shut down the restaurant part before midnight, Mecca does the opposite and keeps the midnight oil burning all the way to 4 a.m. on weekend nights.
A lot of people say that the world becomes a much more interesting place once the sun goes down, and that’s certainly true about Seattle. Whether you’re interested in dancing, drinking, karaoke, or just a little comfort food, Seattle has more than enough venues to keep you entertained night after night.
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