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Reported Haunting
The Central Saloon, formerly known as Central Tavern, is considered one of Seattle's most haunted buildings. Staff and patrons have reported apparitions, disembodied voices, phantom footsteps, and glasses moving without explanation. Many of the reported spirits are believed to date back to the building's days during Seattle's underground era.
Originally Watson Brothers Famous Restaurant in 1901, the Central Saloon was popular with gold miners and has hosted well-known area music artists like Jimi Hendrix, Alice in Chains, Nirvana and Soundgarden. It’s also a hot spot for paranormal activity, according to both patrons and employees who have seen apparitions and heard unexplained voices.