Linda's is one of those places i've always avoided in Seattle, not only because it was a favorite of an ex-gf, but also because it tends to attract the same scensters as the cha cha, only slightly more strung out. However, this past weekend I ended up having brunch there, out on the back patio, and it was actually kind of cool. They even have a cocktail that is made out of Emergen-C, which is perfect for Sunday morning hangovers. So hey, have brunch with strung out hipsters sometime read more

Man, it would suck to be straight-edge at Linda's. And it's so close! Just down the hill (and around the corner, and up another hill), I'll ride my bike here. And then I'll have to wait a while before I can ride it home. That's how much Linda's rules. You come here for a night of drinking, saying "Nah, I won't drink too much. I'll just have a couple of beers and have a snack." Then before you know, it, you're up to your elbows in fat kid snax and you're so wasted that you can't properly tell the annoying hipster next to you to fuck off and die. Then you wake up the next morning and you say to your roommate "Gee, we should get some brunch somewhere!" Then you go to Linda's. AND REPEAT. read more

This place does remind me of Idaho, a little. There are the various stuffed animal heads and lots of wood decor, but where are the hicks? Oh yes, they have been replaced by hipsters. I don't know which I prefer. I was here for a going away party of sorts with my GF who seemed to know everyone. I'm still fairly new to the Yelp scene, so I was a little out of my element but I still had a good time chatting it up with my fellow yelpers. I got to know a couple of them better and had some good conversation. This place is kind of small but they have an outside area in the back with a bar and smoking area, for that I had to add another star! They even had Fat Tire on Tap, my favorite, but I switched it up and had a couple of Manny's. This place must be quite popular as it was packed and a little hard to move around in but we managed. I've heard good things about the brunch here and my GF has assured me that we will be back so I can try it out. She also mentioned something about Mimosas by the pitcher! read more

A few of us decided we weren't ready for our evening to end, so after leaving the cramped Living Room bar space we headed over to Linda's, which provided much more room along with a much broader selection. This was a great step up in terms of bar quality, for me, even though from all appearances it definitely didn't look like the kind of place I would frequent. The first thing I noticed here was a pretty nice draft list along with a lot of bottles to choose from as well. Right away this won some bonus points with me, as I had yet to make it over to Brouwer's to sample their beer selection and I was really craving a good pint. All the usual big name craft brewers (not quite an oxymoron yet) suspects are here, like Stone, Rogue, and Lagunitas, but there are some smaller great quality beers by Firestone and others as well, and of course the obligatory fratty favorites that end in some variation of Lite (sold by the pitcher). I was thrilled to find Stone's Smoked Porter, one of the best in that style, on draft, but it was nice trying some of the sort of local Ninkasi brews as well, as they aren't available where I live. Unfortunately we had just missed the late night happy hour, a pretty great iteration that runs from 7-9PM, allowing you to extend one happy hour somewhere else into a continuously happy night. The beer prices were still pretty reasonable though, especially compared to what I'm used to in DC, which I'm guessing helps fuel the large volume of customers here, as this bar as really packed. We hung out in the main bar area for a bit, but the real fun was had outside in the open air beer garden. The staff outside was just as courteous and timely as the bartenders inside, and we never had to wait very long for a refill. This felt very much like a neighborhood bar and even though I'm not from here it was still welcoming. I made a note in my draft review that there was a really cool crown here. I'm not really sure what that means, and it's likely a tipsy typo for crowd, but part of me wants to hope that somewhere at Linda's is a bejeweled headpiece just waiting for me to claim. read more

3.5 stars. A few memories of Linda's place after a 7&7 and a few brews... This was the sight of the ugly Christmas sweater party. Mine was ugly heavy, itchy, and hotter than bleep. It was a good excuse for some cold ale. The ales lead to conversation. The conversation led back to more ales... Linda's is like drinking in a log cabin or a tiny little Elk's lodge. One of the better deals is the $3 sliders during happy hour. (Here's where the review may become less useful...) A small collage of my night... Linda's was the last place where Kurt Cobain was sighted in public according to some sources. Blurred memeories. Stories about sewing quilts of the boxers of some felmale Yelper's ex boy friends. Upside down X-mass trees on sweaters and turtle necks. Raindeer antlers. Walking home in 45 degree weather that feels like 60 degrees. The end. read more

Thanks for ignoring me after I was at a table for 15 minutes. Nobody even came by... menu open is not a clue? I guess that as an out of towner, I was not welcome. Place looked fun from the street and was full. Guess I won't be back. read more

I can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review for Linda's, considering I've gone here probably about a million and one times. Anyway, there's not really much I can say that hasn't been said before, except that Linda's is probably MY favorite bar in all of Seattle. It's just a nice, relaxed place with a great patio, an awesome jukebox, a pool table, and cool decor. You can check your pretension at the door because they offer something for everybody and anyone is welcome. Yuppies and scenesters come together and realize, everyone, at some point or another, can use a nice, stiff drink. Sorry to see the bobcat's moved to Ballard, but I still love ya, Linda's. read more

I have three words to describe how delicious Linda's is for happy hour..."Slider, Slider, Slider." For three bucks you get three of the most deliciously magical little hamburgers. What is it that makes these burgers taste so good? I don't know how they do it, they just do, so don't question it, plop down your 3 bucks and have at it. They'll cushion the blow of the drinks you'll consume later that night, and they'll leave you with enough cash to consume a few more than usual. Yes, if I lived in Seattle, Linda's would get me for happy hour between 7 and 9 far more often than this gal needs to be consuming red meat. People are pretty here and usually come in football team-sized parties. For reals. Our little party of 3 was the odd-man-out dinky one that night. But it's cool, there's plenty of little booths for parties like ours, in amongst the bigger parties. Service was relatively attentive, although if you're a server, and your hands are free, and you're walking past our table where our empty pitcher is perched on the edge, it probably wouldn't take too much time to grab the pitcher, ask a quick "'nother?" and save a trip. Parking is a bit of a chore, so be prepared to drive around and around for awhile. But be patient. The sliders are way worth it. read more

The food was tasty and the beer selection was good, but service was disappointing. It wasn't just one person, either - we interacted with three different staff members, and all of them were borderline to outright rude. E.g., my bf asked for a sample of a beer, and the bartender said "Just have it" and gave him a whole pint of the beer. I'd love to try more of the food, but with service this consistently rude, I don't think I want to come back. read more

This may seem really strange, considering the way I feel about the majority of the hipster hangouts on the Hill (yay for alliteration), but I LIKE Linda's. In a way, I think it's because the abundance of hunting art and taxidermy reminds me of the years I spent living in Idaho - a place where many a brewski was consumed in the shadow of an animal head. All the people who've said it's impossible to meet new people here make me feel like I'm just way too friendly or oddly blessed with an invisible "talk to me" sign. On my most recent trip here I did have a number of friends whom arrived before me and friends whom arrived after me, but I still managed to make some NEW friends. The crowd was actually very diverse and generally good-looking, but the drinks weren't great until I ordered a "tall". I think their main goal is to encourage you to order bigger drinks by rewarding you with more liquor (Hmmmm), as all my friends who had been drinking the tall drinks all night were pretty nicely buzzed and/or well on their way to blitzed. The brunch is awesome too. I did end up with a headache from the pitcher of mimosas, but it was completely worth it. read more

Third day in Seattle. Our host took us to Linda's Tavern for some drinks and this place KICKS ASS. I love bars with outdoor area and heat lamps. In fact, I toyed with the thought of getting my own heat lamps for my patio but decided that I probably can't afford the electric bill if I do own one. We came early so we got a really good table outside. It got really crowded later on, and some people actually starting to invade our table. I didn't mind sharing my bench though, my ass isn't THAT big. Or is it? After the greasy Linda's food, it probably will be. The reason why Linda's got 5 stars from me is because the bartender makes the BEST lemon drop and kamikaze shot E-V-A-R. Seriously. He actually taste-tested it to make sure it tasted good before serving it to me. I have NEVER seen ANY bartender do that. EVER. .. no, he did not actually took a sip from my drink. He used the straw and finger trick, okay? I did not indirectly kiss him. I love you, Linda... but why do you have to be so far away...? read more

Normal bar with normal drinks - nothing special (besides the obvious). The bartender was nice and quick. Would recommend as a stop in Seattle if you're in the area. read more

Linda's Tavern was cool before Hipsters were cool. I loved the outdoor patio. I also love that it is pet friendly. The thing that Linda's can work on is the Hipster Bartender's customer service. Two of the Bartenders didn't seem like they enjoyed people very much. When I first got there one was very rude about taking orders. He said "Who's Drinking!?" In a very rude tone.Then later another one took my order and started making the drink then walked away to fill up the lime bin. My drink was a vodka soda and needed a lime. He came back and asked if someone was helping me. I was said you were...then he tried to pawn me on his co-worker and said are you helping her? His co-worker said did you order I said yes this is my drink and I had another food order to place. I felt like I was bothering them and the bar wasn't even busy yet is was 8 pm. There was a girl in the bar area that was wonderful. She was friendly and upbeat and did her job very well. I would like to say that the guys bad attitudes came from being Seattle passive aggressive hipsters. read more

How to go to Linda's Tavern 1. Is it night time? Yes. Are you already drunk? No. == Go to Linda's. 2. Is it night time? Yes. Are you already drunk? Yes. == Go to Linda's. 3. Is it night time? No. Are you already drunk? No. == Go to Linda's. 4. Is it night time? No. Are you already drunk? Yes. == Definitely go to Linda's. read more

The only reason i give this place 4 stars and not 5 is because the bathroom is way to small... only one stall... BOOOO other then that!! i love the scene, lots of hipsters that seem to be lost in a ho-dunk kinda bar... i love it!!! it was crowded on a tuesday night, i can't even imagine what it would be like on a friday or saturday!! there was a place in the back outside to smoke and drink and they had heaters... BIG plus for me... i don't like to be cold. The place was a little too warm inside and i don't know if thats a good or bad thing... I like to be warm, but when i'm a little toasty, that could be a problem for others... I stuck with Mannys... no whiskey for me, although i'm sure the drinks would have been stiff... :) i'll be back for sure... probably this weekend ;) read more

My first experience here was......interesting..... I got several offers to go to the bathroom to engage in some "fun"....who knew Linda's back patio became a mini-Vegas!! But that happened back when smoking indoors was still legal, which was sooo long ago. Doesn't happen so much nowadays, so as Sean Connery said in The Rock, "Maybe I'm losing my sex appeal." One night, I stood outside Linda's front entrance looking for the flashing sign that said "Hipsters Especially Wanted!" Inside, it was flannel/tight jeans central, and I felt well out of place. My friend and I sat down, and we could barely hear each other because we were amidst a chatter of the current SAM exhibition, a critique of Portishead's greatest hits, all while sipping on gin and tonic fizzes. Yikes. To shake things up, I often hit up the jukebox and piss the audience off by blasting Judas Priest's "You've Got Another Thing Coming" or Metallica's "Ride The Lightning." The looks I get - well, not the most evil, but it resembles a sort of a"You'd better switch to Modest Mouse or Arcade Fire IMMEDIATELY" look. The drinks are pretty standard, but that's not a bad thing. I am always able to find my Jameson, and they've got some decent beers on tap. For food, I've tried their burger and fries, so I can't offer any deep insights here. Linda's biggest assets are the happy hour, their back patio (not necessarily related to my story above ;-) ) that is really good for summer night gatherings, and the divey atmosphere that is most appropriate for a 21st birthday celebration. As my rating says, A-OK. read more

I came here for the first time last week to have a drink and bite with a friend who works in the area. The bartender was extremely rude, curt, sarcastic, and basically an a**hole for no reason - not only to us, but he was doing the same to some other customers sitting at the bar. It's just unpleasant... I'll pass! read more

Ginger was hot! ok, so it was dfens in a dress but still.... hot! no really... i've been to Linda's a couple times throughout the years & I gotta say, they have yet to disappoint me. When I first walked up to the bar, I had a beer in mind.... then I watched the bartender pour an amazingly strong white russian & I was hooked! aside from the fact that the guy at the door checking i.d.'s couldn't remember me (with my hair? Helloooo???) after I had passed by him 5 minutes earlier - I would say that was the only tarnished spot on the night read more

I've come to Linda's many times before and it's always been and amazing experience. However, today was the complete oposite. We tried to get the servers attention for about 40mins and once she finally saw us waving at her she gave us a nasty look and completely ignored us and walked away. After she continued to serve the boot next to ours. I finally manager to get the male servers attention and he tells me the kitchen had closed just a few minutes before... All we wanted was some curly fries!!!! This lady server was wearing a black beanie, dark eye shadow and dark lip stick, blonde hair.... I don't know her name but she is a terrible terrible server... read more

4 Bullriders - $40.00 8 (or 12) Buffalo Marys - $64-96 1 Cowgirl Taco - $7.95 Biscuits and Sausage Gravy (?) = $7.95 2 pitchers of mimosas (that's right....PITCHERS) - $30.00 1 Scramble - $7.95 7 slightly drunk persons on the cozy, warm back patio causing chaos and destruction - priceless read more

Patio? Check Good drinks? Check Better than okay bar food? Check In case you're unaware, people in Seattle LOVE patios. Often happy hour meet ups or Saturday brunch is picked solely by where there's a patio. Luckily Linda's has a patio, and a great vibe. Linda's is the perfect place to pop in for brunch on the weekend, grab a drink after work, or eat classic bar food with good friends and play pool. There's no frills to Linda's, and the women's bathroom mysteriously has two sinks, and only one bathroom stall. Why are there two sinks and only one toilet? I don't really know, and it really doesn't matter because Linda's is AWESOME! read more

I spotted a dog in Linda's Tavern. I was able to verify that they do allow dogs (preferably smaller ones, though well-behaved big dogs are welcome too). This is pretty cool, since Linda's is arguably one of the most popular watering holes on Capitol Hill. So a couple days later I brought my dog with me to meet a girlfriend for a beer (I highly recommend the Nitro Left Hand Milk Stout). The beer was delicious and my pup stayed under the table happily cleaning up scraps left behind by other patrons. He said he likes Linda's and so do I! http://doggoneseattle.com/awesome-dog-friendly-establishments-on-capitol-hill/ read more

Good breakfast for being on the patio of a bar! I liked the relaxed attitude, the breakfast was pretty decent (but the portion sizes were a little small), and the mimosa pitcher was perfect for a sunny Seattle morning. I probably wouldn't go here often, just because it's out of my way (I live in the U-District) and there are better breakfast places nearby, but if I ever find myself on Capitol Hill again, I would probably check it out. Also very reasonably priced for a breakfast place -- maybe it's 'cause of the slightly smaller portion sizes. I'd like to come here in the evening sometime. read more

I remember being at Linda's last year during Halloween. The memory actually just came back as I was scanning the other reviews. It was good times and there were a lot of friendly people. Not sure what the difference was between the people on the patio and the people inside but I definitely got a friendlier vibe on the patio. I was dressed as a hippie. Not dirty. More like flower child. Anyway, I've been back a time here or there but this place never really stood out to me..until recently. I came here with Riss and Mitzie after finishing off a SIFF film at the Egyptian. There was some tummy rumbling and I just wanted to go to the closest place to put my hunger pains at ease. Linda's was a hop and skip, no jumping needed and we were there in seconds. I ordered the blue cheese bacon burger with onion rings. The one discomforting factor in my dining experience was the loud and grungy music playing while I tried to consume my little piece of heaven. It was 3 in the afternoon for freks sake...on a Sunday. Can we chill out please? The best blue cheese bacon burger I've had, ever. You may think that onion rings are a dime a dozen and for the most part you would be right but the onion rings here were delish! Sweet, crunchy and the actual onion stayed in place instead of slithering out when you bit into the ring. There is no doubt in my mind that I will be back for the food. I may just get it to go...I do not like being yelled at while eating, or at all really. Maybe I could convince them to turn down the volume a bit next time? We'll see.... read more

I used to really like Linda's, I'm not sure why. Now I've decided I hate the place. The people who frequent it are too involved in their own fucking scene to be at all social with anyone new. It's pretty much totally irritating if you want to try to meet anyone new. read more

I really enjoy the back patio during the summer time. The bartenders have always treated me well. And they can usually make any drink I ask of them. Will be back to sample the brunch. I hear its yummy. read more

Linda's is a fun stop on a bar hopping night - I wouldn't usually hang out there for super long because it's always loud and packed and it can be slow to get drinks, but it's a fun place to hipster watch. If you like boys with beards and beanies, this is your place!! They also have a really big, nice patio, with a separate smoking section if you're trying to kill yourself. The patio has its own outdoor bar too which is super nice. Love it! read more

I frequent this place quite often (so much that the door guy doesn't bother checking my I.D. anymore). For some reason people associate this place with "scenesters" or "hipsters", whatever. But, I find that there is quite a diverse crowd at Linda's. It's the type of place you can go to in sweats or in a dress and feel equally as comfortable. The drinks are usually really strong. And the food is actually pretty good. I mean, it's not gourmet or anything, but in terms of "bar food", this place takes the cake. The back patio is my favorite spot on a sunny day, but it usually fills up pretty quickly, as does the inside on the weekends. So don't count on getting seats for 6....or even 2 sometimes. The happy hour is alright. It's from 7 to 9 which is kind of weird, but it works for me. I usually go to earlier happy hours and then end at Linda's. I do think they need better food options for happy hour. The sliders are cheaper for happy hour, but that's about it. All I can say is, I love this place. It may be the dead animal heads hanging from the walls or it might be because they have Minus the Bear on their jukebox and I love to play Pachuca Sunrise over and over just to annoy my fellow drinkers and/or friends. But, either way, it's a great place to get drunk. Plus, it's close enough to where I live, that I can leave smashed and stumble home without getting lost. Update 1/28/08: I just tried out their brunch this past weekend. Delish! I had heard mixed things about their brunch. But, it was really good. My friend's tofu burrito was HUGE and was really good. I'm not a vegetarian, but I'd almost order that over a non-veggie burrito. The bacon is peppery and the pancakes are fluffy. Everything is pretty cheap and if you go at the right time, you won't have to wait too long for a table. Plus, pitchers of mimosas! For $15! I'll be seeing you more often dear Linda's. read more

I can't believe I haven't Yelped about Linda's yet. I just came from there, however, so now is as good a time as any. The first time I went to Linda's, I ordered a rum and diet and about died. It was SO strong. Since then I've learned my lesson and stick to beer - I can't speak for any of the other mixed drinks. They seem to have a decent beer selection from what I've seen, though. I love the fact that they have an outdoor section, although that place is FREEEEZING at night! Thank God for the heaters they have out there. Tonight I finally tried some of their food, and I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the grilled cheese with tomato, and my one complaint was that there only seemed to be about one tomato slice per half-sandwich, meaning that part of the time there was NO tomato when I bit into my sandwich and part of the time there was. It came with fries that were pretty good, plus a pickle! All for about $6, so not a bad deal. The big complaint? The service. Maybe it was because we were outside, maybe they were just unexpectedly busy, but we had to seek someone out to request a food menu, and then they took forever to ask for our order, and then forever to bring us the food. About halfway through our meal, my boyfriend requested another beer, which didn't come until well after we'd finished eating. They were quick getting the check to us, so who knows what was going on there. So hey, Linda's is a good place - so far not great, not amazing, but not bad, either. I'll be back, I'm sure. read more

If you like your waiter with an extra dose of attitude and for them to ignore you if you're not one of their friends or wearing skinny jeans, go to Linda's. There's a blonde girl who is basically surly and seems pissed off half the time. This week a different server ignored us for like 25 minutes. I had a empty beer and was waiting to order another. At one point he came to each of the tables next to us and asked if they needed anything, but then ignored us. (yes, I could have flagged him down but I was busy talking to my friend, plus I expected he was going to stop at our table after each of the other ones). Then for the last 15 min or so he was standing at the bar chatting with a friend who had come in. Finally we gave up and left. I actually like the food, it's pretty good for a dive bar. And the happy hour is great because it's 7-9pm. So my advice is sit at the bar if there's room, otherwise sit at a table and order from the bar (which might piss off your server, but that's okay because they probably already were pissed off ;)). read more

Back in my more robust days, the days of week long drinking benders, Lindas used to be my bar. Unfortunately this place has pretty much gone tits up. Almost overnight the place became overran by frat guys. Of course there are the hipsters, but that's no surprise, since you can practically see that from space. The overall effect it that you feel like you're in the middle of a brawl between the "sharks" and "jets". And everybody on yelp is right when they suggest you had better not be a normal person, or else you're gunna feel completely out of place. Some primary complaints are as follows: If you want to get a seat, inside or out, summer or winter (and if you don't want to fellate a gaggle of hipsters) you're going to have to get there no later then 8:00 PM. Otherwise you're likely to be standing around with 15 lb's of beer running down your wrist and elbow for 45 minutes until somebody finally leaves. God forbid you have to go to the bathroom (this is where the sorority types chime in) Because this is when you realize the world is truly a shit hole. You'll stand in line rolling your eyes for close to 15 minutes, despite the fact that the line to the bathroom is composed of two other people. You will likely exchange some words about the current idiot in there who has already taken 6 minutes in there, and promising each other that you will hurry. By the time your predecessor is in the bathroom, you have all but exchanged pinky-swares and friendship bracelets. Fuckedly, she will exceed the time of the previous bathroom tenant by double! This is worth mentioning because like clockwork it happens EVERY time I'm there! Ordering drinks at the bar is only slightly more of an ordeal then it is at any other bar. and in this case it seems like no fault of the staff, rather the frat guys who use the bar as a stage to exhibit their newly discovered make-out skills with their makeup slathered girlfriends instead of ordering drinks! (take it back to the futon kids!) Finally... What's the deal with last call being at like 12:30? .... And everyone being completely hustled out by 1:13? No kidding its like "the brute squad" on Princess Bride. read more

Let's talk about brunch. For being the hip district, Capitol Hill is lacking in a lot of brunch spots. There should be literally one on every corner. There should be brunch spots inside of brunch spots. But there aren't and that is silly. Thankfully we have places like Linda's. Simple, delicious brunch food. Pitchers of mimosas. Laura Palmer's photo on the mantle. We're good to go. So take that hangover and cure yourself. Oh, also, if you have family in from the hinterlands like I did this morning, this place cracks them up. So consider it safe for them. read more

Amazing service. Tremendous tavern energy AND the host a chess club ... could you ask for more ?

I remember this: I was at a show with some firends up at "Neumo's". Cocktails. Humping a taxidermy bobcat in the corner at Linda's. Waking up in a 'travelodge' completely naked. On the way to the airport finding a tab for $260 from 'Linda's.' read more

Some places don't really need any more reviews. Reviews aren't really needed for establishments that are rooted in people's minds and suggestions of stopping in are carried on the wind. Linda's is that kind of place. No one really needs to read a review about Linda's or look to the internet to learn that they should go and check it out. Linda's is something of a classic in spite of it's young existence. I write this review about Linda's though because it is a special kind of place. On the hill and literally on a hill, Linda's is a place where all pieces of the pie fit. I've spotted many a rolling stone lay their hat and call it home. This is a sort of urban utopia with an old fashioned western theme. Speaking of which, who knew the dcor would fly? We all know Linda Derschang is a savvy business woman, but seriously, this town is quick to disapprove. (I don't speak for all, I speak for experience.) But it works, it all works. The food isn't aces but the service has never left me angry. The people who work at this spot will exercise some basic people skills. The last remark may sound patronizing but it isn't meant to be. Kind of sad when one thinks about it. Many places in this town have an arsenal of employees who can't construct a simple sentence and when they do, one wishes they hadn't. It's nice to duck in to a place where I don't have to worry about what people do or don't say. Thanks. I enjoy the consistently good service and reliably juxtaposed clientele. For those who like to debate this Seattle Freeze business come prepared; new found friendships may be forged at Linda's and a stranger may sit down next to you and engage you in conversation. One can also feel comfortable going it alone too! I could go on about the merits of the place but I don't want to spoil the fun. Linda's is worthy of the good talk. read more

This bar has pretty obnoxious patrons but the staff is awesome. Its why i come back! Kristi (sp?) is always funny and friendly, never rushes me away from the bar even when its busy.Theres always good music on when Joey is working. Recommended if you want a casual place to have a drink during the week read more

Yeah I get it, you think everyone under 30 with tight pants is a "hipster" and you are "so sick of them"...yaaawn. Let's cut to the chase. I do love me some Linda's brunch, been going for years! My last visit finally reminded me to happily help. Our waitress was delightful, we've been in her section before (Bree?). She can spot a hangover a mile away and offer you the only cure..."pitcher of mimosas?" The food is good. Sometimes a little less than good, sometimes a little more than good, but you get the idea. The location can't be beat and it's not too pricey. Beating the weekend wait might require getting there early (as in before 11? maybe noon?). As for evenings here, it get's pretty crowded pretty fast, so come early and scout out seating for your crew or it might not happen. read more

Would someone please explain the PBR-hipster connection to me? When my friends and I were coming up through the ranks and didn't have a pot to piss in, we would still turn our collective noses up at PBR, and the sole reason was it tasted like shit. Is that the reason it is the cool kid beer now? A wierd form of reverse snobbery? Anyway, Linda's is going to be a bigger madhouse now that all the Cha-Cha scenesters will kick it here. Still, it's a fun place to have a drink on the patio. read more

Here's how it went: I showed up and my buddy told me he would take care of the tab for the table. He was paying for three of us. The other two guys each had 2-3 rum and cokes. I had 2 beers. Between the three of us, it added up to $21.50. Only $21.50. I didn't feel guilty about having him take care of the whole tab. This is recession-priced drinking, friends. It might have been a math mistake, but I love Linda's Tavern. (Oh, also I liked the look of the place, the jukebox ruled, and I had fun) read more

God I love Linda's. So many great memories, as well as plenty of nights I can't remember. This place is just... cool. It's rumored to be the last place Kurt Cobain was seen alive, which just ups its cool factor even more. But really, it's all about the cheap drinks and pitchers. Happy hour goes late (until 9, if I remember correctly). Quintessential Seattle. Always great people-watching. Come looking hot, if you're bar hopping later. Or come in your grunge wear and flannel. Come as you are. (Yes, I said it.) read more