Pony
Cruising · Karaoke · Seattle, WA
About
This dive bar is housed in a 1930s-vintage gas station, paying tribute to the great West Village and Castro bars of the 1970s. With punk-rock, disco, and new wave on the sound system, the vibe is unpretentious and welcoming. The outdoor patio fills up on warm nights, and the bar maintains a casual, dog-friendly atmosphere. Happy hour runs every day until 8pm, and all night on Wednesdays, with cheap drinks like $1.50 Busch drafts. Regular karaoke and occasional go-go boys keep things interesting.
The crowd leans alternative but skews all ages, and the bar has a reputation as a cruising spot. It's cash friendly? Not sure, but the full bar and outdoor seating are confirmed. The neighborhood is Capitol Hill, with other gay bars like Q Nightclub a short walk away.
Features
- ✓1930s-vintage gas station turned bar
- ✓Everyday happy hour until 8pm, all night Wednesdays
- ✓Outdoor patio and dog friendly
- ✓Punk, disco, and new wave music
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 206 reviews. 54 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Attitude”
This place is full of rude, snobby hipsters. As soon as you enter, they treat you badly. Skip it unless you're into that sort of thing.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“good crowd, great patio”
The patio gets crowded on warm summer nights and is a great spot to relax. The bar has an alternative vibe but feels inclusive of all kinds of people and ages. I always end up coming here whenever I visit, and I'm not upset about it.
A guest · Over a year ago
“The bartender changed my tip from $1 to $10!!!!”
I visited recently and bought a $5 drink, leaving a $1 tip. The next morning I checked my account and saw the rude bartender had added an extra zero, making the tip $10. Watch out at this place and stay away from the staff.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“my favorite bar in the city”
I was in town for Warp Tour and stopped at this bar; it ended up being my favorite spot in the city. I went twice. It had a good atmosphere, cheap drinks, and attractive go-go dancers.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
Over a year ago Pony Express!!! O G in the house!
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of crowd does Pony attract? +
The bar has an alternative feel but welcomes all types and ages, according to reviews.
Does Pony have a happy hour? +
Yes, happy hour is every day until 8pm and all night on Wednesdays, with specials like $3 well drinks and $1.50 Busch drafts.
Is Pony dog friendly? +
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to confirmed amenities.
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