Ballard Station Public House

Ballard Station Public House (BSPH) is in line with the many other drinking spots right on or just off the main strip of Market.

BSPH is simple they serve drinks, have some games - both board games and bar games like darts, and displays Ballard history of it being a station or perhaps one that was nearby.

BPSH, not to be confused with Station 18 which is named after a former firehouse has nice bar staff and in both my visits had good drinks, served fast for me and my party.

Sadly, as of writing this BSPH's days are numbered as it's banner above its entrance displays its imminent closing. I'm glad to have been able to have a few here. I'm told that it will likely be demolished to make way for apartments or some other property.

I don't know how true this is, and I couldn't get this review up in time to recommend getting by there for a final drink. Perhaps instead something else will rescue this space and keep it as a Public House. Thanks, BSPH!

An unassuming bar from outside - the Ballard station public house is a fun divey bar without the "stick to the floor" grossness that usually comes with a dive bar. The seating are limited especially in covid times but there are pockets you can sit in as a group (wish it was a larger venue as it gets uncomfortable lining up for the bathroom near the darts where people are unmasked).

The red white and blue dice roll was super fun - I wish they would take out whiteclaw from the option but it's only because I strongly prefer anything but.

Give it a shot if you're in the area, I'm sure you'll have fun!

My friends and I came here for trivia night. I have been to Ballard often, but haven't stopped here before and I'm surprised I haven't! They have great deals during Happy Hours and trivia nights.

This bar does not serve food besides unlimited popcorn, but you can bring food in to eat. I have observed been also ordering pizza and having it delivered there too! There's quite a few restaurants around the bar, but only a couple where you can grab and go. Pie Bar is right next door and Poke Lover is also close by.

The service here (the bar) was promote and quick. The bartender wasn't that personal, and it was a pretty quick order and get your drink.

Trivia night is $2 per person. Cash only. There is four rounds with about 10-11 questions each and one picture round. That's what occurred when I was there. Topics are current events, music, and some random questions.

Rude bartender was rude. I didn't even stay for a drink, especially after a customer confirmed his rudeneas.

Absolutely worst experience in a bar. Carded for vaccination, walked in with masks, no one at bar with masks so we lowered them. Which then the bartender starts screaming at us to put it back on. So we asked why, no one at bar has a mask on and then without hesitation decides to kick us out. No explanation, just decides to act crazy. Never seen anyone act so childish towards patrons who just stopped by for a quick drink. During this time you'd think that any business is valuable but apparently they have the luxury of berating clients who simply ask a question.
Would never recommend this bar to anyone, unless they want to dump their money into a establishment that prefers to rage at others rather than show any respect or composure.
Maybe some anger management training for your bartender? Or maybe just some grace towards others? Who knows, miserable job all around.

Came here on a Wednesday. Lovely place. Live music, great drinks, and quick service. Thank you! Will be back ツ

I was sad they were closing in Sept. Joey and Lizzy have been holding it down since Deb left. Then Julian came forth, geez he's so rude. I asked about the juke box, he said download the app. I did, then the app said jukebox was offline, so I went back to Julian showing the message and he said "I guess it's broken." Uh? Thanks? Welp I suppose that's my cue to not see you to your final days. Byeeee.

I love this bar. It's my kind of place. All jokes aside, the drinks are delish(try the spicy marg), the staff seem to know their sh*t, always a good sports game on(minus the huskies, but we let it slide). They have all the activities (darts, shuffleboard and post covid board games). AND you can bring food in from outside. You can sit in a chill bar, watching whatever tickles your fancy AND eat whatever your heart desires. If that's not Netflix and chill I don't know what is.

The bathroom here was recently redone and I have to say they KILLED IT. Red walls with black tile accent is a bold choice but executed flawlessly. My only critique is that the light switches are the same shade of black as the tile so it's a little difficult to find. 4.5/5 stars only because of the light switch drama.

For anyone who came here to leave a negative review because of a Reddit story about this bar having a very offensive sign outside, please note that the incident occurred in December of 2012 and the employee responsible for making the sign was fired.

https://www.westsideseattle.com/ballard-news-tribune/2012/12/04/ballard-station-employee-fired-over-offensive-sign

For the record I have no idea what this place is like as I've never been there, but I hate to see a business get trashed over something that happened nearly 7 years ago and that was resolved by firing the person who made the sign.