The Blu Grouse

I'm gonna give three stars. Only because the service is pretty outstanding and the ambiance was great. It had been several years since I had been to this establishment. My husband and I went when it first opened in White Center. A new restaurant in our neighborhood is always a fun time. The first visit was great the food was good and the atmosphere was amazing. So it's been a few years, and i've really wanted to go back and hang out. My husband is not a real big bar food fan, so he just really didn't want to go. I call my friend I'm like. Hey, let's go check out this bar she's like, great, let's go. Well, the service was amazing. However, the food just really fell flat.I was very excited to eat the painted Hills Burger. I'm pretty particular about my burgers.. I like a nice sear on my burger. Fresh vegetables cheese the whole package. The Burger didn't feel like it was cooked appropriately. The vegetables felt like they may not have been very fresh. The garlic aolii was not good. The fries were too salty. It was just a terrible meal.I may go back, but it will probably just be to have a beer or two. I'm not sure if I want to risk the food again. It is a cute place though.

Soft opening in the pet friendly patio. The patio is awesome. Lots of space for peeps and doggies alike!Had myself a Bloody Mary and passed on the food for today. Can't wait for it to open full time for business. Spoke with Diana, the owner, and she says they are shooting for a White Center Jubilee weekend opening. I'll be able to give it a fair review at time!

This is a local place. You have to relax and just except the moment and adapt to where you're at in White Center. The standard drink is a Rainier and some Jim Bean or a PBR. I really like this place and it's laid back and a place to relax, have a few drinks and chill.

Awesome bar!!!! Best customer service and the staff/bartender entertaining on a Tuesday night!!! Very good $3 tostados with a little heat and good drink'sChill night...Somewhat new bar. Good food man and a great addition to White Center

What a fun place. I arrived not knowing what to expect but was pleasantly surprised when I arrived. There were some tables with a few customers up front on the covered deck as you walk in at the bar just hanging out with their food and drinks. It was very laid back and relaxed vibe. And then I walked through to the area in the back yard with a few tables spread out and it felt like I was at a friends house with a few coworkers. But what I was most interested in was the set up I had heard about for dogs and there were already 5 dogs on site just hanging out with their people. I found that pretty cool and all the dogs were friendly and fun loving too. I had planned to take my dog but she already had plans to go somewhere else but I'm sure she would have loved it. I just had a couple beers and hung out with coworkers but the food they ordered looked yummy and the feedback was very positive so I'll try it next time. I'm going to return again soon but next time with my adorable Westie. I know she'll love it here They have a few beers on tap and a full bar too. Plus a nice young lady bought me a drink after I told her she could use a couple of the chairs we weren't using. What a fond memory of a comfortable and laid back place. I look forward to my next visit.

Chose the spot based on their online presence where they claim to have good food and a friendly environment. Then again, it also claims they're in Georgetown even though this is White Center, which maybe should've been a red flag. When we got to the bar, there were 6 other customers there, three at the bar and three at a table. The place was quiet and very clearly not busy. There was a gal behind the bar and a guy doing random tasks. We walked in and were totally unacknowledged. Sat down and for several minutes waited for anything to happen. After chatting for about ten minutes with no movement our direction from either employee, we figured it must be bar-service only and went to order at the bar. At no time were we offered a menu or asked if we wanted food, so we thought maybe the kitchen and settled in to enjoy our drinks. As we neared the bottom of our drinks, the bartender brought out food to the other table, so clearly that wasn't the case and they just must not be terribly interested in actually serving their customers or making money. The drinks were good, and that's the only positive thing I can say. Would've happily stayed for dinner and another drink or two if the staff had been anything even approaching hospitable or at least competent. Instead, we left after one and we won't be going back. If you haven't already been, skip it. There are much, MUCH better options within a block or two.Their website says that their goal is to "build [their] business on loyalty and longevity." Well, here's some free advice: Loyalty is usually based on positive experiences and longevity comes to those who actually provide the services they advertise.

Love this little old house bar! Love that it's kid and dog friendly! The outside area is big and has cornhole. Also love that our friendly neighborhood bartender Zoe works there!! Can't wait to try the food, the menu looks tasty!!

I love this place!! Food super good. Fun when it's hot outside or cold outside. Funky indoor and outdoor space. The waitress is the bomb. This feels like a second hangout.

Overrated, small, gossipy bartenders. Don't waste your time or money on this bar, go to Georgetown where you can have fun without judgement.

This is a friendly neighborhood bar that welcomes everyone. They offer a wide variety of alcoholic beverages with some great bar special cocktails based on the time of year. The food is great, especially the Mexican items like the chips and three salsas, which are freshly made there. We always get that along with the Tacos Dorados and my husband gets the burger and fries. Ignacio in the kitchen knows his stuff! The service is great even when they are busy.