The Coug

Pullman, United States

4.2

20 reviews

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+1 509-332-1265
Address:
900 NE Colorado St, Pullman, WA, 99163
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
590 ftCampus and Spokane
750 ftCampus and Thatuna
770 ftSpokane at Honors Hall
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Local time (Pullman) 12:39 Friday, 27 June 2025

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Description

Specialties

Leave your mark and be a part of the tradition. The Coug specializes in entrées that vary from our classic «Coug Burger» to our premium burgers that include our new «Verde Burger.

We also feature appetizers that are served until close; from corn dogs and chicken strips to our famous fries, we have something that will make everyone happy. The Coug also has a full bar and a wide variety of beers on taps that are constantly rotated to increase the selection.

History

Established in 1932.

The Coug is a campus staple at Washington State University. Originally a Soda fountain called the «Cougar Cottage», the Coug has evolved over the years to a restaurant and pub. Much of the traditions have been the same for decades, from Open 2 Closes to the Mug Club, patrons can be a part of the tradition that generations of Cougs have experienced for decades.

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20 reviews of The Coug

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Place rating: 5
Portland, OR
As an old guy in a college town, I was just looking to grab a quick bite close to my hotel and I stumbled onto a gold mine here. Great beer lineup, great burger, and great kids running the joint. Highly recommend, especially to my fellow old farts.
Place rating: 5
Bellingham, WA
My son lives close to here, we had walked by many times. He had just 21, I was thirsty… we went in. The food is amazing! We had a great time, happened to be trivia night, we laughed & was splendid! Don’t let the exterior fool you! The staff were friendly & helpful, trivia was fun!
Place rating: 5
Littleton, CO
Loved this place! Reminded me of my college days. Staff was extremely friendly. Bartender’s dog was the best! The burger was very above average… as in really good! Great time to be had.
Place rating: 5
San Diego, CA
Everyone coming to eastern Washington needs to come to WSU to have a burger and steak fries from this dive! I got to meet the owner and shared a couple Black Raven Wisdom Seeker Double IPAs… Bob knows his crafties! I will never go back to Wazzu without popping in for a couple coldies and a real grease bugger… Coug is a real college experience! I had a mega burger with blue cheese and bacon that I shouldn’t have finished… But I did! Thank bob!!!
Place rating: 3
Spokane, WA
Down and dirty college bar. Poor selection of drinks and an even worse bar experience. If you want to drink a few pitchers and puke on the floor then this is the spot.
Place rating: 5
Pullman, WA
How can you not love a bar that is called ‘The Coug’?? I have spent many days and nights here and in my opinion, it is the best bar in Pullman. The staff are friendly, they have awesome deals on drinks especially during awesome hour, their bar food is on point, and the atmosphere is everything you want from a smaller bar. I love the Coug!
Place rating: 2
Pullman, WA
first time to order here. Ordered super cougs. It didnt come with tomato and theTWO DEEP FRIED ONION RINGS in the burger??? $ 15.90 for the total. A burger won’t last in a shape and missing ingredients! Disappointed! Store wasn’t busy!
Place rating: 1
Kahlotus, WA
This place sucks. Not good beer or food. Don’t come here if you want a good time. Fuck this place. I’m DD and they cut me off. You guys are dumb.
Place rating: 5
Pullman, WA
It’s hard to give an unbiased review of this bar as a Coug myself; it’s an institution here in Pullman, and so easy to love. But for my fellow Unilocalers who aren’t alumni, I’ll try!
This bar is not classy. It’s clean, but every available surface is covered in writing from revelers past — yes, even the pint glasses. If you get one with fluorescent smudges, it’s not dirty, it’s just been written on with a paint pen that stubbornly stuck through many, many washings. For fun, bring your own sharpie or paint pen to memorialize your visit; the staff doesn’t provide them as far as I know.
Good burgers and fries, and specials every day. The burgers are big, greasy and tasty and the fries are good. Nice selection of beer on tap with good Washington craft brews always available alongside domestic standards.
The staff here is, no joke, the friendliest bar staff I have EVER encountered. They are always chipper and cheerful! No scowls behind the bar here.
I think one of the best things about it is it’s such a versatile place; I can come here at midnight on a game weekend with friends and have an awesome time, or at noon for lunch and confidently bring my best friend with her baby. Minors are allowed until a certain time (nine, I think) and I have also brought my parents here. There’s something for everybody at the Coug!
If you’re in Pullman, especially if you’re on campus for any reason, don’t miss out.
Place rating: 5
Mukilteo, WA
Iconic Local bar and grill in cougar country.
No-​Li beer on tap. Spokane home. Burger is delicious — metallic & Led Zep playing.
Bet this place gets crazy at 1am on sat night. #cougedit. Great place to drink and watch Apple cup
Place rating: 5
Lake Stevens, WA
Awesome burger! Disappointed they ran out of Dayglow IPA but I won’t take it out on them.
Place rating: 1
Vancouver, WA
Walked in sat down no hi nothing. Sat for awhile and left and went to the office bar. Fast service and a lot friendlier
Place rating: 4
Stanwood, WA
Good food, cold beer. I’m not even a Coug and it was a good place to eat. Service was good, even when slammed by our baseball team families. Nice job with dealing with everyone and orders were correct and food worth the wait. I recommend the Coug when visiting Coug Country.
Place rating: 4
Seattle, WA
oh the coug! I love you and your tasty burgers. I wish you served hard alcohol when I was there. Always a good time to be had here! xoxo
Place rating: 4
Bothell, WA
Yummy. Much better than Cougar Country IMO. Great service and a yummy menu. I got the mushroom Swiss and added bacon and avocado. Make sure to let your kids write on the wall! Thanks for the friendly service and making us feel some welcome!
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
As a college student, this place provides a meal just perfect for my budget. It isn’t always great for my waistline… but… who cares. They have a lunch special for a burger, fries and a drink for 4 bucks! No wonder freshman-​fifteen exists.
Place rating: 5
Seattle, WA
My ideal bar.
To me (and undoubtedly many others), this bar is so much more than a watering hole. It is THE watering hole I miss more than anything. Returning to The Coug after you graduate… it’s like coming home to this place that remains unchanged and universally adored, it has this ethereal quality that makes you never want to leave. For so many years, the Coug only served beer. Their recent decision to serve liquor was one I originally met with disgust, but most people still just order brews so the character hasn’t really changed. My name/​signature can STILL be found written on tables/​mustard bottles/​walls throughout the bar!
The food is greasy/​amazing and the prices are great. Corn dogs, tots, burgers… yum.
Every time I come back to Pullman I HAVE to come here. It’s not an option. Even when this place is packed shoulder-​to-​shoulder, everyone seems to treat each other like one big Coug family.
Place rating: 4
Kent, WA
I was in town with a WSU Cougar Alum for a recruiting event. Needless to say, I wanted to get to a «Coug» watering hole. This was the place and I am a fan!
Place rating: 5
Portland, OR
I love love love the Coug. It is an awesome place to either just get a burger or enjoy a few beers (or a pitcher) with friends.
Its a great place for lunch or an evening out. They recently started serving hard alcohol which was a big excitement.
I almost always get the cheese burger with a pint of Hefewiser or Blue Moon. They also have delicious fries that have been the focus of some of my late evening cravings.
The atmosphere is really eclectic and is a very special place. I will truly miss the Coug when I graduate this spring.
Place rating: 5
Kent, WA
The Coug is a very chill place to hang out. The atmosphere is just very laid back and refreshing. The walls are covered with cougar writings and signatures which give it that much more character.
I tend to frequent the Coug a lot on Tuesdays whilst taking advantage of their burger and fry for $ 2.50 deal. The people working are usually funny and sociable which makes the visit all the more pleasant.
They only have beer and cider on tap but I read an article in the Daily Evergreen about expanding their offerings but that hasn’t happened to my knowledge yet.
It’s just a great place to talk and have a drink. Ideal for starting or ending a night. Warm-​up, cool-​down style.
It’s definitely one of my favorites. They also have trivia on Sunday that I hope to make sometime in the future!