The Tin Hat

Pretty much your average dive bar (with more exciting decor) but I went for tuesday 69 cent taco night.... Need I say more? No the tacos weren't the best you've ever had, they're less than a dollar! They were great for the price. Drinks weren't too expensive, and staff was nice for the most part! One of our waitresses was a bit grumpy towards the end there, but for the most part I had a great time. I will be returning for tacos at least! Service was very frequent and helpful and there was lots of seating.

They have a great variety of beer and cider, everyone I go with is always able to find a drink they enjoy. I'm a sucker for their chicken sandwich, it's much better than many I've tried for almost double the cost!

When you hear that there's a place that has cheap tacos on Taco Tuesday, you listen up. When you hear that each taco is only $0.69 each, you ask where. The Tin Hat in Ballard is drawing in the crowd with they're daily specials and delightful drinks. If you're on a budget and looking for some delicious eats, then you've come to the right place.The staff are great, friendly, and quick, so if they ask to see your vaccination card, just do it. They have board game and VHS tapes (just cause) for your pleasure.You can't go wrong when you're in the area to go try this place out. Also get a basket of tots ($6) to share with the table... or just for yourself. Can't wait to try the other delights on the menu.

Kind of bright for an evening bar. Not a speakeasy bar but has the decor. Music was 90s and coming out of a radio quietly. Drinks were pretty good. If I just happen to be on that block I might go again but I can't see myself driving to go there.

It's a local dive bar with no nonsense drinks. Met a couple of friends for a chat and shared a basket of tots, which was rather big; covered with cheese and bacon, it cane with a big dollop of sour cream. Very tasty.Didn't get a chance to scope out the place but it is rather intimate with booths, small tables, bar seating as well as a very small outdoor seating area. Smoking is allowed outdoors. Great service and good prices. What else could I ask for?

The tin hat is a great bar so long as you understand the following - food is bar food. Get drinks in cans and bottles or liquor. They used to have free pinball on Sunday nights ... they may still have that. Not the most friendly crowd so bring your hipster crew who will sell you out for the next cool trend. But in all earnestness this is a classic Ballard / Stumbletown bar and you should go here after getting a tattoo at slave to the needle, or a good shopping trip at goodwill. Any reason will do. Just pop in and grab a drink.

Classic Seattle dive bar. Taco Tuesday is an institution. Not sure on official policy but I've brought my dog from time to time and no one cares.

Haven't been here in years but, service was always friendly, tacos on Taco Tuesday were good and they had Nirvana Bleach on the jukebox.

One of my fav dive bars. Great seating, and on certain nights really good tacos.I particularly enjoy the decor, good vibes here.

Best tots in Seattle, super friendly service, and a great low-key vibe. I hope this spot stays in the neighborhood forever. Bring your spare quarters for the two pinball machines nestled in the back.