American Pub · University District, Seattle

Smoked meats, cold beer,
and the loudest night in the U District.

Seattle's pirate-themed punk rock dive bar is back on Roosevelt Way — house-smoked brisket, stacked burgers, live shows, and a room full of pinball. Kitchen open nightly, no cover to just come drink.

In the old Cafe Racer space · 21+ after 9 PM · Live music most nights

Seattle's punk dive since 2011
406+

4.5★ · Google reviews

10

Pinball machines on the floor

Nightly

Live music & DJs

House-smoked

Brisket & pulled pork

Menu

What the regulars order between sets

The kitchen smokes its own brisket and pork low-and-slow, and every burger is a fresh Angus patty griddled to order — with vegan and vegetarian options that actually hold up.

The Kraken Bar Burger $14
Pastrami Burger $16
Smoked Brisket Sandwich $15
Pulled Pork Sandwich $13
Smoked Chicken Wings $12
Grilled Cheese $9
Vegan Black Bean Burger $13
Loaded Fries $10
Mac & Cheese $8
Basket of Fries $6

Prices are approximate and may change — check the current menu at the bar. Kitchen closes before last call.

Reviews

What keeps guests coming back

Recurring themes from our 406 Google reviews and photos.

The brisket is the real deal

Did not expect a dive bar to be smoking its own brisket, but here we are. The brisket sandwich was tender and smoky and the fries came out hot. Great food to soak up the cheap beer.

Best dive bar in the U District

Cheap drinks, friendly bartenders, a wall of pinball machines, and a live punk show going off in the back. This is exactly what a Seattle dive bar should feel like. So glad they reopened.

Pastrami burger and pinball

Came for the music, stayed for the pastrami burger. Solid vegan options too so my whole group could eat. Perfect spot before or after a show, no pretension anywhere in sight.

Visit

Come see us in University District

Checking hours…
Monday – Thursday
4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday – Sunday
4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

5828 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105

(206) 522-5334

Street parking · wheelchair accessible

Bar open nightly until midnight. Kitchen closes at 10 PM Mon–Thu and 8 PM Fri–Sun. No online booking — walk in, call, or text.

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