Ballard · Seattle, WA · Ballard, Seattle, WA
bar-club~250 capVaries by event — some 21+, some all-ages
Pono Ranch is an indoor/outdoor Hawaiian-themed restaurant and bar in Ballard, built from reclaimed wood and industrial salvage with a vintage 1903 steam crane over the outdoor stage and patio. Alongside live bands and jazz, it hosts alternating DJ/dance-party nights (house and bass leaning) and doubles as an event space for up to 250 guests.
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What ravers say
62/100
Reviewers love the Hawaiian-themed patio, fire pits, and cocktails (especially the spicy pineapple margarita), calling it a hidden gem for summer day parties. Complaints focus on inconsistent food quality and noise/late-night music complaints from the surrounding area.
Loved
+ distinctive Hawaiian-themed outdoor patio+ fire pits+ signature cocktails+ fun day-party atmosphere
Gripes
− inconsistent food quality− noise complaints from late-night music