Beat Kerky: Kim’s

One of Seattle’s newer live music venuesand certainly one of the first to feature sleek tropical fish tanks, folded napkins, a mini-altar at the entranceway, and posh wedding reception seatingKim’s feels like an upscale karaoke joint, looks like an emperor’s diner, and is ready to rock to just about any beat. The owners book talent willy-nilly; basically, they’re ready and willing to host nearly anything. Jam bands, jive funk, indie pop, “melodic” hardcore, and some guy named DJ Tim have already found welcome homes here. With a full bar and a pan-Asian menu, Kim’s might just have everything you need. And did we mention that they’re right across the street from the O-Boy Oberto factory outlet store? Like they say: Location, location, location. 2007 S. State Street, 206-325-2263