Tacoma · Pierce County, WA

Nightlife in Tacoma

Scout analyzed 113 Tacoma places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

Places analyzed

113

Matches

Typical spend

$60

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

New Tacoma

9 matching spots

Hilltop

2 matching spots

North End

1 matching spots

McKinley

1 matching spots

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Nightlife

Asado

Asado is suitable for a romantic dinner or special celebration, offering a higher-end meal experience. Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours and a spend of $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Hilltop

Bar Rosa

Bar Rosa is a good spot for an evening drink and a casual meal, suitable for a date or catching up with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-$60 per person for drinks and pizza.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

McMenamins The Old Hangout

This bar is good for a casual evening out, whether for drinks with friends or a light meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-60 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

Devil's Reef

Devil's Reef is a themed bar best for an evening or late-night outing to enjoy cocktails. Expect to spend $25-50 per person for drinks and some small bites, typically lasting 1.5-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

The Valley

The Valley is a casual spot for pub fare, drinks, and live music, suitable for an evening outing with friends or a low-key date. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-45 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Hilltop

The Camp Bar

The Camp Bar is a good stop for drinks and casual American bites in a relaxed, social setting. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-$40 per person, especially if enjoying karaoke or happy hour.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

Tacoma Comedy Club

Tacoma Comedy Club is an indoor venue great for an evening out, featuring touring comedians and open mic nights. Expect to spend 2 hours and $35-$75 per person, covering a ticket, drinks, and potentially food.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

McMenamins Elks Temple

This hotel with multiple bars, a restaurant, and live music is ideal for an evening out or a weekend stay. Expect to spend a few hours and moderate to high costs per person for drinks, food, and entertainment.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$150 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Boom Boom Room Tacoma

This cocktail bar is suitable for an evening drink or a light meal. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $30-$70 per person on drinks and appetizers.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

Steel Creek Tacoma

This place is good for an evening out with friends, enjoying country music, line dancing, and a meal. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

New Frontier Lounge

This funky cocktail lounge is suitable for a casual evening out, potentially paired with dinner elsewhere or as a standalone spot for drinks and live music. Expect to spend $30-60 per person over 1-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

Keys on Main

Keys on Main is suitable for an evening out with friends or a date night, offering live dueling piano entertainment. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $35-75 per person on drinks and appetizers.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

North End

Jazzbones

Jazzbones is a live music venue in Tacoma best suited for an evening out, often for a show paired with drinks and bar food. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-75 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

McKinley

Top of Tacoma Bar & Cafe

This is a casual bar for an evening drink and some grub, good for a relaxed low-key outing or a happy hour stop. Expect to spend $20-40 per person for food and drinks, with visits lasting 1.5-2 hours.

CocktailsFoodRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

New Tacoma

Rock The Dock Pub & Grill

Rock The Dock is a casual 21+ waterfront pub perfect for a relaxed date night or gathering with friends, especially if you're looking for live music on weekends. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $25-50 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking