Blue Moon

8.2 / 10

open now, until 02:00

Live music venue Dive bar Landmark and historical place

Opening in 1934 the Blue Moon is a beloved icon of the community and a safe place for everyone! All people and pets are welcome just don't be jerk and no biting! You can bring in your own food but must buy our drinks! Happy Hour until 6pm Daily! http://thebluemoonseattle.com http://www.youtube.com/user/bluemoonseattle We are strictly 21 and over Seattle's Blue Moon Tavern first opened its doors at 712 NE 45th Street near the University of Washington on or near April 15, 1934. Read more Founded by Hank Reverman (1912-2009), the tavern was an instant hit with students who, under state law, had to trek one mile from campus to buy a beer. During the 1950s and 1960s, subsequent owners Jack and Jim David and, later, Stanford Poll (1940-2000) welcomed an assortment of radicals, artists, writers, journalists, beatniks, hippies, and wannabees. Poets Theodore Roethke (1901-1963), Richard Hugo (1924-1982), Carolyn Kizer (b. 1925), Stanley Kunitz (1905-2006), and David Wagoner could often be found at the bar, along with famous visitors such as Dylan Thomas (1914-1953) and Allen Ginsberg (1926-1997). After a long decline in 1970s, the Blue Moon rose anew under management by Three Fools, Inc. In 1989, it was threatened with demolition. Although a popular preservation campaign failed to secure the Moon official landmark status in 1990, developers were persuaded to spare the tavern and it continues to pursue its eccentric orbit to the present day (1999). Shortly after the repeal state and federal laws prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages, Henry J. Reverman took his college trust fund and invested to create a new tavern in the shell of a former garage near the corner of 8th Avenue NE and NE 45th Street. Reverman and his partner, Monty Fairchild, dubbed it the "Blue Moon" after purchasing a large neon sign from the nearby Blue Moon Cafe. They opened for business in mid-April 1934. State law then banned alcohol sales within one mile of the University of Washington Campus, and the Blue Moon lay just over the line. It was an instant success with students, particularly members of the UW football team. Reverman hired local boxers Freddy Steele (1907-1990), Cecil Payne (1906-1959), and "Doc" Snell to keep order. Monty Fairchild sold his interest in the Moon and founded the Rainbow Tavern just a few doors away. Reverman in turn sold the Moon to Maude Walsh (1906-1968) and Vera McCracken in 1940. (He used the proceeds to found the Lake Union Air Service.) Under Update description

Address:

712 NE 45th St
Seattle

Telephone:

(206) 675-9116

Web site:

thebluemoonseattle.com ⇒

Opening hours:

Monday: 15:00-02:00

Tuesday: 15:00-02:00

Wednesday: 15:00-02:00

Thursday: 15:00-02:00

Friday: 15:00-02:00

Saturday: 15:00-02:00

Sunday: 15:00-00:00

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Paul S. 2016-03-03

The Blue Moon is a historic landmark in Seattle and should be designated as such. It's old enough that your grandparents or great grandparents could'...

Harry B. 2015-10-08

bartended there back in the seventies. lived in the old house directly behind the moon for awhile. made it home no matter how high or shithoused...

Gene J. 2016-12-24

Most excellent to its patrons, party on, Tom and Tim.

Matthew L. 2016-09-21

Best damn dive bar in Seattle! Great beer selections, great shows, and a very dig-able vibe!

Gailin Tara O. 2015-11-14

Very chill place to hang out. Not to mention to be apart of Seattle's historic district

Wesley W. 2015-10-09

Ok, but an experience with an extremely rude staff member there (a common occurrence) ensures that I will never go back to visit or perform there.

Mike A. 2015-09-27

A fine hole in the wall and a neighborhood staple. Drinks are good, music is loud and often good, bathrooms are hilarious.

Aaron RF A. 2015-03-10

Terrible service. Rude staff. Trashy environment.

Noboru T. 2014-06-26

The last time I was there not much has changed. Still a dive, still a cash only bar, and still smells of old hops/vomit.

Diane L. 2014-06-16

Love it a place you can be your self

Gary C. 2013-10-30

I have been to the moon. It's a nice place to meet people and other extraterrestrials.

Steve J. 2013-09-29

One of the best small music venues in Seattle. Great bartenders and cheap drinks. Full of authentic characters too. A proper dive.

Saki M. 2013-08-21

good place :3

Jennifer S. 2013-07-28

5 star!

Bob R. 2013-05-27

It's history & funkiness!

Robert S. 2013-04-18

Tomorrow at the Blue Moon!

Chris N. 2013-02-18

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vjx0k2UjGqc

Deanne M. 2013-02-11

Just learned you're on FB. I'm surprised.

Majid Hussain M. 2012-12-27

nothing...

Ben S. 2012-10-28

Look...it's the freakin' Blue Moon fer Christ-sake - throw your damn peanut shells on the floor!

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