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    Baba Yaga

    4.2 (36 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Drew W.

    Surprisingly busy, even on weekdays! Came here for the Chase Icon concert and really liked the venue! The place is huge and has lots of places to sit with an upper level and a basement. Really great bartenders; I got a vodka soda and a sour, which were both well made.

    Carlene W.

    Baba Yaga grabbed our attention as we walked down the street to another location. Good music and lively sounds of fun in the middle of a Friday afternoon is where we wanted to be, so we popped in. We had some deliciously strong tequila espresso martinis, yapped, and just enjoyed the good mood of this place. They seem to be fairly busy, with half the tables taken up and a crowd regularly cycling in and out. Definitely wish I had had a later evening to try it out.

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    Steven P.

    Dropped in to Baba Yaga in Pioneer Square one night to see Moon Panda and Night Heron. The music venue is in the basement. There's an upstairs seating area with couches, a television, and a game of Jenga, which I made use of while waiting for the show to start. I want you to know dear reader that it was my first time to play Jenga, at age 46, and while I assumed you laid down a wood plank, wait for your opponents to do the same until you have a tower, that is NOT how you play Jenga. That was endearing to my date though, who laughed and acted like I was very cute for doing so. I did enjoy a Maiz Macabre cocktail while I was waiting, and it was spectacular, and my bartenders were perfect-great service. In the end, Moon Panda canceled, but the opener, Night Heron out of Portland, stole the show and entertained us all. Baba Yaga will be on my list of places to return for a great spot to chill, see shows, and have a good cocktail or beer.

    Glowing tree between the bar and the stage
    Alex G.

    I was pleasantly surprised by Baba Yaga! I was expecting something akin to The Crocodile when I heard there was a place to hang apart from the concert area, but rather what you walk into feels like a legit restaurant. The upstairs restaurant and bar is quite spacious, has a cool style, a lot of seating. They serve food, which are variations on simple Mexican food (tacos, quesadillas, burritos) with several meat choices, they have a few house specialty cocktails listed but it seems like they could make any drink. The service was perfunctory, like attentive, nice, and nonchalant. I ordered a quesadilla with al pastor. I had this funny association with the meat, thinking it reminded me just a bit of manwich, but in a really satisfying way. It was pretty stuffed and a lot of food. The concert space is downstairs and it looks pretty cool down there. There is a fairly large space for merch, there's a bar, and then the concert area is a little small. The whole space reminded me a bit of the Sunset Tavern (if the bar was also in the concert area). Despite that, the show I went to felt fairly packed, but I didn't feel squished by any means, and had a good spot along a counter for drinks that I could lean on. The sound was super loud, but I tend to wear earplugs at concerts these days so it was fine. There was this really cool feature down there too, which was a large glowing tree sprawling the wall up onto the ceiling. Normal issues of the city apply here. I would never try to park down here on the weekend, so I bussed it there and walked and scooted home. I also know that it's a part of the city that feels a bit unsafe to some people. I didn't notice anything to disconcerting but I know we all have our different experiences and comfort levels. Overall, a very fun space to see a show and hang before. If someone you like is playing here, you should definitely check it out!

    Cocktails
    Diana C.

    A solidly 4.5 star experience. The burritos were really good and honestly I was impressed. Maybe I did not expect something this good from a night club/dive bar but that's what I got - a damn good burrito. The ambiance was kinda fun - dive bar but in the day time/night club but with the lights on. The service was solid - you go to the counter to order and then they bring it out to you. The drinks were the only thing that didn't impress me really. The menu was interesting but mine was not really well mixed or had separated by the time I got it and my partner felt his was mid in flavor. That said, 5 stars for having a ridiculously good burrito for a night club and made my day.

    Vod sod with lime.
    Lime G.

    Size matters. Big and wet is how we like em' and Baba Yaga gets it! Come for the lime, stay for the vibes.

    Vicky Y.

    Located on the corner of occidental, we passed by this place a couple of times but just thought it was a bar / night club type of deal! It wasn't until I was looking for breakfast that I realized they also serve breakfast, coffee & other foods too! It was pretty empty on a Sunday morning, so we were able to sit ourselves anywhere. Water is self serve in the corner. We ordered a chorizo breakfast burrito & a carne asada breakfast torta. The breakfast burrito & breakfast torta were $15 each, bringing our total to about $35 before tip. They come with a side of sour cream + choice of salsa (we got the verde and mango habanero, which was nice and sweet! not too spicy at all & mixed with the sour cream was actually so good). The torta comes with meat, guac + pico all wrapped in a layer of crispy melted cheese (which, imo was a little much b/c I don't particularly like when my cheese comes like that), and was actually so tasty and super worth it for the price b/c it was actually so large?? I definitely left feeling super stuffed. (+ When it arrived, the girl working literally said "good luck b/c this thing is huge". ) The chorizo burrito was drippingly oily but was also very good too! The potatoes were a little al dented, but other than that, no complaints. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by the breakfast & would absolutely return again if I were in the area.

    Mariners fans arrive!
    Laura M.

    Great service and delicious Margaritas! We did step up to the Reposado tequila which made them extra tasty and a bit more $$, but definitely worth it! The tacos were okay but the mullitas (sp?) were delicious! Stopped in after a Mariners afternoon game and easily beat the crowd. Short walk back to the stadium to retrieve the car from the parking garage. Good alternative to the stadium food and crowd. Enjoy!

    Melia F.

    I've been to Baba Yaga a few times and I'm consistently impressed! Very cool space, cool moody lighting, and nice staff. Lots of different spaces to hang out, soft seating to chill and tables/bar space to eat at. Breakfast burritos are fabulous, so stop in in the morning if you have the chance too. Loved that they let my dog pop in with me for a little bit! Will always pop back in when I'm in Seattle!

    Michael C.

    Food was good, but a little bland. The server was present and helpful. And the atmosphere was charming. It was a little expensive for a burrito with no sides, and an NA beer. But it was a pretty great experience.

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    Nothing special, it's ok'ish quality food. The atmosphere was pretty decent. Drinks were decently priced for Seattle.

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    Good venue, good shows, strong drinks, and AMAZING people. They are literally the kindest staff I've ever experienced at a bar like this.

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    11 months ago

    The service was exceptional, awesome Bloody Mary's and the breakfast burrito was scrumptious

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    6 months ago

    Great Mexican cuisine, waiter that knew about each dish, clean spot. Prices were fair also.

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    9 months ago

    Left a Seahawks game early and stopped in here for a coffee! I got an iced latte and I would definitely recommend!

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    This place is the bar you'd have if you could run a bar. Fantastic cocktails and friendly staff.

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    Julze is the most amazing server! He made us feel so taken care of and at home. Would highly recommend coming here and meeting Julze!!

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    Deep Dive

    Deep Dive

    3.9
    (338 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Came here while visiting Washington, and this place has a unique aesthetic with creative cocktails…read moreto match. We arrived without a reservation but were seated at the bar fairly quickly. The bartender next to us was incredibly friendly and offered excellent drink recommendations. The drinks are on the pricier side, but the quality, presentation, and overall atmosphere make it worth a visit if you're in the area. The bar staff were kind, attentive, and helped make for a great experience.

    My experience at Deep Dive was unfortunately overshadowed by the service…read more I'll start with the positives because they're deserved. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful. The space is elegant, unique, and lives up to the photos. I also want to recognize the manager, who was polite, professional, and kindly explained that reservations were required. I completely understand and respect that policy. Unfortunately, my interaction with the bartender before speaking with the manager was the complete opposite. As I tried to get her attention, I felt like she repeatedly looked at me with annoyance and made me feel unwelcome. Rather than simply explaining the reservation policy herself, she went to get the manager instead. She had a problem with Hispanics. She refused to engaged at all. The way I was treated left me feeling uncomfortable and embarrassed, especially as someone who was genuinely excited to visit. A beautiful venue can only go so far when the hospitality doesn't match. I would have happily accepted that reservations were required if I had simply been treated with basic kindness and respect from the start. I truly hope this was an isolated incident because the location itself is stunning, and the manager handled the situation professionally. Unfortunately, because of my interaction with the bartender I've added in the photos, I don't see myself returning. Sadly they have a Prejudice bartender.

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    Inside Passage

    Inside Passage

    4.1
    (312 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    The sweetest building with the sweetest people. It is so welcoming and wholesome!! I just truly…read morefeel seen and love the location.

    Came here to celebrate a birthday and get immersed in another world. Inside Passage is in Seattles…read morebusy capitol hill neighborhood. Parking can be a wee bit tricky so waking, ride share, or public transit will be your best options. But if you have to drive we found a paid lot a few blocks away While this wasn't the best tiki bar we've ever been to, it did stand out for the presentation of drinks, the cool (and massive) octopus, the immersion, and overall vibe is nice and atmospheric They have four non-alcoholic options which I really appreciated as the one driving for the night! They also have standard as well as unique takes on tiki drinks. We were surprised to find so many options with vodka and tequila which isn't common in a more traditional tiki bar We had the: - "Kiki Premier Mai Tai" which wasn't as rum forward as we would have thought, especially given how many rums it had in it; but overall it was a classic style Mai Tai and tasty with quality rums - "One Eyed Willy" which has a fun presentation in a chest with smoking dry ice. This one you could taste the rum more and overall it was a really enjoyable drink and experience - "See A Light" which is a non-alcoholic option and the taste was just as good as the presentation. Came in a lovely angler fish tiki mug with the light and everything! The taste was complex and something that thought went into creating - "Four Boys" another non-alcoholic option that was the coolest visual as it came in a "steaming" crock pot. The taste was very unexpected, in a good way, and is a drink I would get again Overall the drinks were about a 4/5 but with the charming atmosphere and whimsical presentation it's a 5 star experience that is just fun

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    4.1
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    Within an expected back alley, you will find a wooden door with a small plate with the name"bathtub…read moreGin" on it. If you are lucky to find the doorway, you should knock to enter this speakeasy. This speakeasy is the gateway to a relaxing environment that has an occupancy of 39 guest. Upstairs you will find a small bar with a single table for two. In the basement you will find more tables and a back room which holds more guest. For refreshments, if you are a gin fan then this is the place to stop for a drink or two has they have a long list of gins. If you are not a gin fan, there are plenty of other drinks to wet your whistle! We had great service on a Sunday, but during holidays, especially Halloween the place gets packed. You may want to secure a reservation during peak times. Lastly be careful in the area.

    This speakeasy was a bit of a struggle to find but that's what makes it exciting. Located in an…read moreunassuming alleyway, the bar is located behind a plain wooden door. The space is very small and intimate. They have a bar located upstairs with stool seating and a few small tables downstairs. We had a party of six but luckily they were able to seat us downstairs without much of a wait. For drinks, I ordered their I'm mad, you're mad cocktail which was light and delicious. It also had cranberry bitters sprinkled on top which added a nice touch. My friend asked the bartender to surprise her with a light and fruity drink and her cocktail also tasted delicious. Overall, a great spot but would be better for small parties.

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