It was my first time coming here. I didn’t even know this place existed until I came across a Groupon. I went in with a friend. I was immediately greeted. The bartender was very nice which is why I’m giving it 2 stars. When we ordered our food and drinks. The drinks were immediately made. The food was okay. I ordered the Philly sandwich and my friend ordered the chicken & waffles. The Philly sandwich was really plain and didn’t really have flavor. The fries that came with it weren’t cooked all the way thru. Half of them were frozen. When we went up to redeem the Groupon. He just took off $ 7. Which was supposed To be $ 20. I think this place might be better to come on a karaōke or live band night. And just for drinks only. I’m not sure if I will return
Amanda L.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Bothell, WA
My new favorite spot to hangout! Seriously THEBEST Rueben I’ve ever had and all other good is delicious too. Great staff and atmosphere.
Ed S.
Rating des Ortes: 1 Woodinville, WA
If someone posts this is a good place, they are lying. The worst service in my life and they show up at your table. You are better off staying at home. 3 times I’ve been here and it has been just as bad every time.
Heather B.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Renton, WA
Very disappointed once again. We’ve tried this new bar a few times since this summer and each time ask ourselves why we tried again. I guess they just got a full food menu however it wasn’t offered anytime we’ve visited.(Even when we said we were leaving before the band to go eat dinner) If you don’t sit at the bar right in front of the 3 bartenders even when it’s slow you won’t be acknowledged. The signs directing you to order at the bar aren’t out and eye contact was avoided. The drinks still were a bit slow once I ordered up front, no acknowledgment of how they watched us sit there for a long time and how they only serve at the bar even when slow. The sound system is a bit strange along with the vibe. Not a fan.
W B.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Bothell, WA
First impression, no table service, no menus and only bar service. An overwhelming number of solitary men and very few women. On jam night the jam was supposed to start at 8pm, but the band set starts at 8 and the jam after, which isn’t uncommon. The band was very good. When I sat down there were numbers on several occupied tables after 30 minutes those numbers were still there… so the kitchen was backed up. The table I sat at was dirty and no one greeted me when I arrived. So it’s an unfriendly man bar – well the bar does have Balls in its name.
Micah S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Seattle, WA
What a great little spot! The staff here are super friendly, there’s enough TVs to see any possible sporting event going on, free pool, and so much live music going on. As far as music goes, the events really run the gamut on style, and the sound is top notch. Definitely a place worthy of a visit.
Marjorie N.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Seattle, WA
This place is amazing! If you are looking for a place to grab food, listen to music, watch the game, hamg with friends, play pool… this is your place! I’m a musician from Seattle and I got to play on the system here and I LOVED it! Andre the owner knows his sound! They system is one of the best I’ve played on, and as far as acoustics the room will naturally give you all the reverb you want! I’m going to come here on a regular basis and play here as much as possible! I love this place!!!
Joy S.
Rating des Ortes: 2 Kirkland, WA
Balls and Whistles… seems to me they are advertising pool(the sign does have an 8 ball). Well, they have 4 pool tables and 4 pool cues. Don’t dare ask the short tempered bar tender if they have more! With approximately 15 people in the bar(one a group) he is upset to be the only person working. He did come back to say he is asked that question often. Charged $ 5 cover to listen to a band do a sound check. I am sure they would have played later but a cranky bartender and no toilet paper in the women’s restroom– even after asking twice– led me to the exit. I had high hopes for this place. It is close to home and has major potential– given a bartender that likes people and cues to go with the tables.
Jim M.
Rating des Ortes: 1 Bellevue, WA
Ok– so I am reviewing this crap sandwich of a music venue for the sake of any local musicians thinking of booking your act here. First of all, B&W is built and equipped to be a first rate sports bar and music venue. 48 channel mixer, huge PA, back lined drums/bass — excellent gear, plenty of stage monitors. Sound like a winner? I thought so too. so I booked my band with great hopes of a fun rocking night. Let me quantify that — we are not a loud rock band. I play acoustic guitar for half my set — now let me introduce you to Andre. with Andre what we got was a completely rude and incompetent«sound man». Told me my acoustic guitar signal was too low… uh –liar. could not bring up acoustic guitar in monitor mix… miked ALL drums, however no one could hear drums through the monitors. Our set was cut short when Andre just shut down the monitors. Upon further review, the rumors of this place being tied to the Russian Mob may actually be true. Can we talk about the food? I did not personally partake, but was advised even a simple burger was inedible. Bottom line — MUSICIANS — ***WARNING — DONOTBOOKHERE! ***. From the standpoint of a pure sports bar, It’s cold atmosphere would deter me from watching a game. So there you go! Enter at your own risk
Rebekah D.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Mercer Island, WA
I love this bar! I’m watching the pre season game with 9 TVs and a jumbo screen. The staff if great. Atmosphere is one of the best around. I can’t wait for more people to check this place out. You will love it.
Marcus N.
Rating des Ortes: 3 Kirkland, WA
Bartender was great but he’d not been and on Friday they have Russian karaōke which was. Different I was there to meet a friend. Ended poorly with friend venue is really nice for music
Jonathan O.
Rating des Ortes: 4 Bellevue, WA
Really solid bar, drinks are a good deal, and the music stage was impressive! If I lived a little closer, this would be my usual bar.
Yuri Y.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Kirkland, WA
My wife and I went there twice in the past 3 weeks. we happened to be there during the«slow» times, which means more attention from the bartender, faster food and a lot of pool tables available. This is our best place for a game of pool, better than Parlor in Bellevue!
Kristen B.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Seattle, WA
Came here on a Tuesday night right after the remodel for a couple drinks– The place sure looks nice and loved the new bar and lighting! The bartender was super sweet and very friendly– Drinks were perfect tasting and cold! Excited to go back as they have Karaōke on certain days(call) and all sorts of live band and events planed!