Tim's Tavern

Bar · White Center

Tim's Tavern

Bar · White Center

9655 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106

Highlights

Tim's Tavern is your friendly neighborhood spot in White Center, serving up epic beer, a diverse menu of scrumptious bites, and a lively lineup of trivia and live music.

9655 16th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 Get directions

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$10–20 · Menu

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@eater

"Music venue schmusic venue — nothing’s stopping you from treating this White Center spot like a vegan restaurant. The story here is that owner Mason Reed spent time doing catering for a lot of vegan rock and pop stars and when Tim’s reopened in a new location after a hiatus, he designed a menu of that included a whole section of plant-based items, including a decadent plate of tater tots covered in plant-based cheese. Vegan food can be bar food too." - Sean Keeley, Eater Staff

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@eater

"Tim’s Tavern didn’t need to massively upgrade its menu when it reopened in White Center in 2023; it had built enough of a following as a venue in Greenwood that music fans would have probably followed it down south. But instead, co-owner Mason Reed revamped the food, unveiling a sprawling menu of bar food plus adventurous items like a pear and arugula flatbread and a bacon jam grilled cheese. It’s also one of the most welcoming menus in town, with gluten-free and vegan options galore." - Mark DeJoy, Harry Cheadle, Harry Cheadle

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@eater

"Tim’s Tavern, a popular venue in Seattle known for its live music lineup, announced its closure at its current address due to leasing issues and COVID-19 concerns. The venue, originally established as Jack's Tavern in the 1930s, became a major spot for live music, particularly punk shows, under the management of Greg Gibson, Mason Reed, and Matthew O’Toole. After closing in March 2020 due to the pandemic, it reopened in July 2021 but faced challenges due to the delta variant. The owners decided to close it again in August 2021 with plans to find a new location. The venue is known for giving 100% of ticket sales to bands and maintaining a basic menu of drinks and snacks." - Gabe Guarente

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Heather A Adams

Google

There is a ton of love about this place! The food is delicious and there are tons of exciting options for folks with various dietary restrictions. I loved the beet, Yes I said beet pastrami sandwich! My husband get the real pastrami and I liked mine better. The service is great, should put to Rachel! Super on it, warm and professional. We felt welcome at every turn with everyone we talked to. The trivia night is really fun, the host is one of the sweetest people ever and handed out candy! Shout out to Ellen with Sporcle Trivia. They do live music here and we haven’t gone for that but will definitely return for more tasty food, Great drinks, lovely atmosphere and good times.

McKenzie Boydston (MC)

Google

I've had much of this establishment's menu. Grateful for the amount of plant based options. The staff is kind, patient and pleasant. Stop in for a show, drinks, and/or food. They also have a wonderful selection of liquor! VEGAN MENU! Taco Tuesdays have discounted tacos and tequila!

Eleanor Allison

Google

This place is an absolute gem. I found it on a list of places with vegan options, and it has an ENTIRE vegan menu, just as extensive as the omnivore menu. My omnivore family members said their food was also excellent. It's got a dive bar vibe, high quality food, pinball... what more could you want?

Lisa Leingang

Google

Fun venue! Went for a show, got some good food and drinks. The stage space is outside but covered and heated, so comfy even on a Dec evening. And inside they had trivia followed by karaoke. Definitely plan to come for more shows and activities here.

Daniel Rodriguez

Google

Beautiful big outside stage that is covered and heated! Small stage inside! FOOD WAS GREAT AND 50% IF YOU PLAY A SHOW! Staff friendly and awesome! Great place to keep music alive! Bands in photos Bunny Cult, Pink Steam, and Tongues!

Taylor Moessinger

Google

Came here for an open mic, and despite the fact that I was the odd one to read poetry, I had a fabulous time. Lots of excellent musicians, a huge vegan menu, yummy drinks, and really nice staff. I came here by myself and the bartender intervened multiple times when an extremely drunk patron wouldn't leave me alone (eventually throwing him out after a number of warnings). Plus they have a bunch of pinball and a Pac-Man game!

Davin Stedman

Google

Tim's is a Seattle area venue with plenty of free parking! The talent buyers and staff are warm and receptive to new ideas. They just...like good local music and musicians. I have to also mention that the sound is great. That is what we are selling as musicians. The vibe and venue is truly unique. You can actually play outside all year round in a cozy warm environment that is unlike anything I've experienced anywhere in the United States. They really thought about what music would be like in a post Pandemic world, because they love people and it shows. - Davin Michael Stedman, The Staxx Brothers

Adriene Brown

Google

I didn't go to eat, just to 'get down'. They have great bands here and lots of all ages shows. Bartender in and out were both attentive and severs bustled in and out as well. Food looked yummy but again, I didn't eat here.