The Factory arrived to south Tacoma yesterday, throwing a huge VIP party to a group of very happy revelers. 
Said one guy at the bar, “Free?”  Replied General Manager Jeff Jordan, “Yup.  Just remember to take care of your bartenders!”
While it seemed odd to some that a throng of young hot dancing ones (female) appeared to be hired eye-candy (“Don't guys see through that?” Questioned a puzzled guest) the crowd seemed too happy to ask any more questions. I heard the odd “oooooh” and “aaaaaaaaah” over the super-cool, well-used pool tables on the catwalk, and I heard a few people wondering about the ice sculpture on the planet's longest bar (err, Pierce County's,) which was a tequila luge thing that the shot would be poured through, steadily gaining speed and frigidity.
Whether through liquid inhibition-lubrication or through the irresistible sounds of the band whose name nobody seems to remember (but everyone seemed to enjoy), the crowd was rump-shaking and rug-cutting well into the evening.
It looks like owners Max Messmer and Jeff Jordan are well on their way to success in their official opening this evening, though all bets would be that the drinks won't be on the house.
Go check 'em out for yourself as they are officially open at 5602 S Washington St., just off South Tacoma way. For more information, call (253)474-1189. â€" Jessica Corey-Butler