Description: Don’t let its Belltown locale fool you—the
Two Bells is an age-old neighborhood joint loaded with unexpected
charm.

Decor: Speckled tile flooring, antiquated neon signs,
wheat-colored walls.

Clientele: According to a regular, Two Bells’ wide range of
guests have included everyone from world-renowned mathematicians to
scissor-wielding meth heads.

Fascinating stool fact: A bar stool resting near the front
entrance holds the cremains of Patricia, a longtime owner.

Happy hours: Mon–Fri 4–6 pm.

Happy-hour drink specials: $3 microbrews (Big Time’s Scarlett
Fire IPA, selected Rogue Ales, and more), $3 well drinks, $4 glasses of
house red or white wine. recommended

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