Black and white photo of two dogs resting together, framed in a wooden box with a glass front.

“Capacious and elaborate, every nail and timber, steeped in local lore.”

— Tantri Wija, The Seattle Times

View of a cluttered bar counter with various decorations, framed pictures, a TV, lamps, a stuffed panda, and signs including one reading 'Java Jive'.

“Each piece of shag carpet, sliver of vinyl, and scrap of leather has been kept intact.”

— Destiny Valencia, South Sound Magazine

A dimly lit bar with colorful neon and string lights, including a mounted deer head and a skeleton decoration. Patrons sit at booths and tables, with some talking and others looking around, creating a lively, festive atmosphere.

“It’s like Alice in Wonderland scored by the surf-rock tunes of Dick Dale.”

— Simone Carter, The News Tribune

Location

2102 S. Tacoma Way Tacoma, WA 98409

Hours

Monday — Friday
11:00am — 2am

Saturday — Sunday
4pm — 2am

Contact

owner@bobsjavajive.com
(253) 475-9843