There’s always a place in town where the locals love to go hang out with friends, drink a beer, eat some good food, and kick back, whether it’s to sing some karaoke or watch one of the popular sports games on the big screen. My dive bar of choice is Bill’s Place because it’s within walking distance from my home, but I’ve got some other favorites, too.
One thing I love about dive bars is the small town feel it gives me. I feel like a tried and true local even though I was born and raised in Tennessee. I also love that you can buy pull tabs, although I’ve only bought them twice in my life!
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Here are 10 dive bars in Yakima that are worth the trip–you’ll get great ambiance and vibes, friendly faces, and good times!
Dive Bars Close to Downtown Yakima
The Lotus Room
9 S 1st St
Brews & Cues
104 S 2nd St
Little Dutch Inn
214 N 6th Ave
Lewisville
301 N 6th Ave
Warehouse Bar & Grill
402 S 11th Ave
Dive Bars Close to West Valley
Hoops
2103 W Lincoln Ave
McGuire’s Irish Pub
4807 W Tieton Dr
The Pub
5110 W Tieton Dr
West Valley Tavern
1212 S 80th Ave
If you didn’t see your favorite local dive bar listed, let me know so I can add them!
Best Dive Bars on the Outskirts of Town
Find some great dive bars on the outskirts of town, too, like T&T Lounge and The Pastime out in Selah, Curly’s out in Gleed, The Woodshed and Van’s 1885 Bar & Grill in Naches, and James Gang Tavern and Old Town Pump in Union Gap.
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