Up on Tacoma's MLK Way is the terrific Tempest Lounge . Scenesters and neighbors mingle in this gay-friendly bar, craving the cool cocktails and tasty treats.
Right around the corner from Tempest is the equally fabulous 1022 South. Featuring a huge list of traditional - and some very non-traditional - cocktails, they turn out some astonishing flavors.
For old-school, straight-out-of-the-'70s flava, the bar at Johnny's Dock is a must [especially for the nice days on the deck]. From the naugahyde swivel chairs to the odd touches of brass, this place hasn't had its mousse ruffled in a while. They serve workmanlike drinks, but they've got a great deck and happy hour prices apply during any televised sporting event.
Engine House 9, aka E9 is in the trendy 6th avenue area. A great beer list and karaoke on Thursdays make this bar very popular with college students from the local University of Puget Sound. Metrosexual atmosphere welcome & encouraged. <6th and Pine>
Farrelli's is located up 6th Ave from E9, popular place for college students
The Mix 635 St Helens Ave. in Downtown's St. Helens Neighborhood caters to a mostly gay crowd but all are welcome with open arms. On weekend nights The Mix is packed with 20 and 30 somethings having a good time.
Club Silverstone, 739 1/2 St. Helens Ave., ☎ (253) 404-0273, . Club Silverstone is Tacoma's largest gay nightclub. It is in the Theater District in Downtown Tacoma. During the week the club is lowkey but on the weekends the club gets busy with dancing all night long. �
The Hub, St Helens Ave, . Excellent Mediteranian themed faire. One of the hot spots in the popular Stadium district. �
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