There's nothing like tying up to the Tides' dock and scurrying up the ramp to settle in for the perfect mix of microbrews and some of the best tavern food anywhere.
The Harmon Pub and Brewery brews the Tides' microbrews: the Tides Full Scale Ale, ESB Best Barrel Bitter and the Tides Peninsula Porter. It also has staples like Alaskan Amber and Fat Tire.

What cracks me up about the Tides is that most of the Gig Harbor locals in there could probably afford five-star meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but they all end up at the Tides regardless.

I think what brings people back is the comfortable nautical ambiance, the huge deck and menu items such as legendary burgers, pizza and fish and chips. The fact that it's been in business since 1973 probably doesn't hurt either.

If you're lacking in the boat department, don't worry; the Tides is just as easily accessible off Highway 16.

LINK: Happy Hour

LINK: Party Deck