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 1. Vessel - CLOSED

1312 5th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 652-0521

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  5/10/2008

Yet another lovely establishment that restores my faith in sophisticated Seattle nightlife.

Thank you from the bottom of my Tanqueray Lovin' heart, Vessel. Your Gin Grapefruit Rickey was exceptional. The only thing missing on the menu is a larger…More »

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 2. Bourbon & Branch

501 Jones St
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 346-1735

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

5.0 star rating
  Update - 2/6/2009

My Ginger Lime cocktail was perfectly tart and elegant and we drank to our heart's content here last night. Okay, so we had one cocktail... but at Bourbon & Branch, I'd gladly take one drink over several anywhere else.

I was very happy hear that our…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    6/24/2008

    'We HAVE to go to Bourbon & Branch', I was told.

    Hey, I trust this guy. He's never let me down.

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 3. Spur Gastropub

113 Blanchard St
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 728-6706

Categories: American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: Belltown

5.0 star rating
  Update - 8/4/2009

Ack!! I hate it when I'm reading reviews for places I've been and I see that I haven't updated when I thought I had!

I'm sorry Spur! I really am.

PS- I love you.

The last time I was at Spur, it was a month or so ago. We didn't order food... we only…More »

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  • 3.0 star rating
    4/10/2009

    Since they've opened in July, I've been curious about Spur.

    A Gastropub? Other than Quinn's? Well, a… Read more »

 4. Licorous - CLOSED

928 12th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 325-6947
5.0 star rating
  Update - 12/30/2008

After a lot of searching for 'great cocktails' in Seattle, I've come to realize that this is one of the few and far betwixt places in this city who really know their mixology... and NO, I don't mean the Red Robin variety.

I've been here a number of…More »

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  • 4.0 star rating
    8/15/2008

    Licorous is quite unassuming from the outside... which is precisely why you M-U-S-T go inside.

    What… Read more »

 5. The Zig Zag Café

1501 Western Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 625-1146

Categories: Lounges, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  Update - 7/25/2009

Murraaaaaay... *swoon*

What can I say about a bartender who remembers you each and every time you're in (no matter how long you've been gone), who allows you to sit at the bar for 5 hours while you nurse your cocktails, has you sampling this and that,…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    9/15/2007

    I met the Man last night. He lives at Zig Zag and is name is Murray. He's 'keppin' it reaaaaah' if… Read more »

 6. The Tin Table

915 E Pine St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 320-8458

Categories: American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  Update - 9/16/2009

Ahh, shoestring frites and Cucumber Dry Soda. Would I be happy with this as my last meal? Maybe.

After a little wine tasting and a few glasses at Vermillion (thanks Dana!), the above combo of starch & soda kept me going. By going, I mean: I kicked out…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/5/2009

    I don't even know where to start with The Tin Table!

    My guy is the best and he's always in search of… Read more »

 7. The Hideout

1005 Boren Ave
Seattle, WA 98127
(206) 903-8480

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: First Hill

5.0 star rating
  4/20/2008 ROTD 6/24/2008

If bars were boyfriends, mine would be The Hideout.

It meets all my criteria, which would be:

Sexy and mysterious with an artistic edge.
Loves good music and has great style.
Not pretentious and makes a mean drink.

Now, if they just served breakfast in…More »

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 8. Gainsbourg

8550 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 783-4004

Categories: French, Lounges

Neighbourhood: Greenwood

5.0 star rating
  Update - 7/18/2009

Gainsbourg... oh, Gainsbourg.

Your garlic aoili... Your garlic butter. Your surf 'n' turf with mash.

Oh, how I love thee...

I forgot how amazing you were... how each dish is made with love.

We be back more often, I promise. Your Haricot Verts blow my…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    1/15/2009

    We made it back here for dinner last night and it was so fantastic- absolutely deserving of all 5… Read more »

 9. Bookstore Bar

1007 1st Ave
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 382-1506

Categories: Bars, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  1/2/2009

I feel like 'Bookstore- A Bar' is often overlooked as a lovely place to get a bite or a decent cocktail. I've been in here a number of times and I have always enjoyed the class and ambiance. The service here has always been spot on- pleasant and…More »

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 10. The Buck - CLOSED

1506 E Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 329-2493

Category: Bars

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  10/4/2008

We stopped in last night for a post dinner cocktail and we pleasantly surprised with the drinks and the service!

We sat down at a two top in the front and were attended to right away. While the food sounded and looked good (our neighbors had the…More »

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 11. Sun Liquor

607 Summit Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 860-1130

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

5.0 star rating
  11/20/2007

I ordered a glass of Rioja and practically got the bottle. $7 bones, friends.. 7 bones!

Lovely little place. I step on in and it makes me feel like I'm back in 1955.. I think. I really have no idea what cute little bars back in the 50's looked like..…More »

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 12. Sambar Bar & Lounge

425 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 781-4883

Categories: Lounges, French

Neighbourhood: Ballard

5.0 star rating
  2/28/2008

Every single detail has been perfected at this gorgeous little bar on the outskirts of the 'llard.

From the cute water glasses to the stemless wine glasses. The letter press menu and matching coasters, to the expensive candles, real orchids, and…More »

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 13. Chez Gaudy - CLOSED

1802 Bellevue Ave
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-4047

Category: Italian

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

3.0 star rating
  Update - 3/20/2009

Like a torrid love affair, I keep going back for more.

Carly and I split the Mezza Board and the Pizza du jour tonight and both were absolutely fabulous. The white bean spread was fabulous with just the right amount of rosemary and garlic. The…More »

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  • 2.0 star rating
    1/5/2009

    I was not impressed with Chez Gaudy on NYE. NOT AT ALL.

    Unfortunately, I've eaten several meals at… Read more »

 14. The BottleNeck Lounge

2328 E Madison St
Seattle, WA 98138
(206) 323-1098

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Central District

4.0 star rating
  7/10/2007

That Cam suuuuuuure makes a sweet cocktail. You should probably order from his pretty little list- that's where he'll wow ya!

I tried a friend's 'Blue Angel'- good.. someone's 'pear martini'- fab, and another friend's 'Loyal companion'- great.. I had…More »

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 15. Hazlewood

2311 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 783-0478

Category: Lounges

Neighbourhood: Ballard

5.0 star rating
  7/31/2007

My new watering hole! Ever go to a bar where every single person hangin' out/ workin'/ whatnot is now your new best friend?

This is Hazelwood.. it really is just like Cheers!

Upon entry, we immediately befriended several folk, including an newly…More »

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 16. Bossa Nova

139 8th St
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 558-8004

Category: Brazilian

Neighbourhood: SOMA

5.0 star rating
  7/23/2008

I hadn't had Brazillian food until last night.. and can I just say:

WOW!

I had the pleasure of dining with a large group of folks here and it was absolutely lovely! Definitely come here if you're looking to eat, drink, take your time, and be merry. If…More »

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 17. Can Can

94 Pike St
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 652-0832

Categories: Performing Arts, American (New), French

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  6/14/2008

Not one, but TWO times, I've been forced** to arm wrestle 'a certain someone' at the Can Can. No, I'm not kidding..

Despite my efforts, I was not victorious in our appendage mingling this particular evening. However, I still managed to enjoy myself…More »

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 18. Kaname Izakaya

610 S Jackson St
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 682-1828

Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: International District

3.0 star rating
  4/30/2009

Come here for the izakaya on the super duper cheap happy hour.

If you're a fan of tori karaage and otsukemono like i am, you'll be really happy to know that they're delicious and inexpensive here. Gobo fries and inexpensive rolls, as well as shrimp…More »

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 19. Frank's Oyster House & Champagne Parlor

2616 NE 55th St
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 525-0220
5.0 star rating
  6/20/2009

Love... love. Love, love love.

If you're looking for somewhat upscale dinner and/ or drinks in sexytown, Frank's should be at or near the top of your list.

We'd been meaning to check out Frank's for sometime now. I mean, an oyster house/ champagne…More »

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