University District

Pizza A Mart

52nd and the ave. one of the most popular bars with uw students. always crowded wed-sun. great pizza. strong drinks.

College Inn Pub

4006 university way ne. the classic student haunt, serving thick ales and tasty chili.

Blue Moon Tavern

712 ne 45th street east of i-5. "sorry we're open" says the sign at this seattle institution founded in 1934. it's been a favorite of beatniks, radicals, and poets; erstwhile visitors have included dylan thomas and allen ginsburg.

Knarr Tavern

5633 university way ne. just a year younger than the blue moon, with a viking theme and a refreshing alternative to the frat-bars further to the south. popular with neo-hippies there's a grateful dead cover band night. pool tables and an alpine-style shuffleboard.

Earl's on the Ave

4333 university way ne. pours the strongest drink on the ave. mondays are $4 long islands. home of old geezers and greek collegians, and has an excellent kitchen.

Big Time Brewery

4133 university way ne. brews a variety of its own beers and serves pizza, chili and sandwiches.

Galway Arms

5257 university way ne. pirate themed, irish punk bar. happy hour from 4 - 7pm everyday, which includes $2.50 microbrews including anchor steam, cheap, decent pub food. three pinball machines. punk bands occasionally play here on friday or saturday night.

The Pub at Third Place

(http://www.3rdplacepub.com/), 6504 20th ave ne. well lit bar below a coffee house and book store. the entire bar is wood paneled, with tables being cross sections of trees. all day happy hour on sundays. on the north end of the u-dist.

Ravenna Alehouse Tavern

2258 ne 65th st. bar on the north-end of the ave. pool and darts. generally devoid of the college students most other bars in the area attract.

Lounjin

This place has a vibe like non-other on the Ave. Now serving ramen. Perfect for the cold weather. With their rich red walls and the velvety red curtains, the place looks straight out classy. Lounjin serves Zoka coffee and aims to please with a large assortment of teas and flavors. The fresh baked goods are provided by Louisa's bakery. With a large sake selection, and one of the very few classy places to serve beer, wine, and appetizers, this is the place to bring your friends or hookup to the free wifi and study in style.

Hangout for students and community members. Serves chai, coffee, and espresso drinks, as well as pastries, breakfast, and lunch. Friendly baristas and chill atmosphere.

Fifty years ago they were beatniks, thirty years ago they were hippies, who knows what they're called today, but they still hang out here. Great for philosophical discussions, working on your Ph.D thesis, and wireless internet access.

Cafe Solstice

This cafe is features coffee from Lighthouse Roasters and baristas with attitude. The atmosphere is subtly hip with music such as Aphex Twin playing in the background and is usually packed with students from one of the neighboring universities. Also serves homemade soups, sandwiches and pastries.