The Crown Bar — occupying the site formerly run as Gary’s Steakout — takes its name from an establishment in Belfast that claims to be the most beautiful bar in the world. The Tacoma version won’t boast intricate Italian glass and woodwork, but it does have a painting of Steve McQueen hanging over a silver-painted rock fireplace. The space is small enough to be intimate, with dark woods, slender mirrors, and sparse décor. The bar isn’t peppered with neon or art glass. There are no plans for live music, but it delivers a mix of comfortable classics for those who like music with their beer. This is a place to relax with friends.
This is comfort food with an exotic bent. The menu is chock full of great late night treats. We adored the fried oysters, roasted garlic tartar and Creole slaw. The oysters are crisp, not greasy. Crown's earthy zihua mushroom quesadilla and creamy Cougar Gold mac and cheese complement bartender Dino's new creations. They discount their gourmet burgers on Wednesday nights.
Slide us my basil-lime gimlet and we're in heaven.
Manhattan, Crown Bar: "A classic done right in a great atmosphere. Makes you feel like a million bucks," says Volcano scribe Rev. Adam McKinney
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LINK: Crown's happy hour
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LINK: Diners, Drive-ins and Dives
LINK: Menu featured in DRINK(s) 2011 Bar Guide
LINK: Crown's fried oysters
LINK: Steph DeRosa held her 3 Drink Minimum at the Crown
LINK: Toilet Tales at The Crown
LINK: We reviewed the food in 2008
LINK: Crown's Vodka Gibson
LINK: The story of Crown Bar's opening
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