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    Ember Hookah Lounge

    4.4 (57 reviews)
    ModerateHookah Bars, Lounges
    Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Sindu K.

    This was my first time here. A friend invited me to come over. There is good amount of comfortable seating in the lounge. I went at around 10 pm on a Tuesday night so I didn't have trouble parking. The staff is very nice. I don't do hookah but my friends were very happy with the hookah here. Would recommend if you are looking for a hookah lounge in seattle downtown.

    Blue mist and Peach Mint was a great recommendation by staff
    Debra F.

    Flew in town for business and pleasure and found Ember on Yelp. Great recommendation! Shisha was smooth, staff was on point, music was great. Even when it got busier, we were taken care of and staff engaged regularly. Definitely a repeat when I come back into town.

    Arctic Blue w/Pineapple head
    Rafia A.

    Yes, yes, and YES!!!! For anyone who loves hookah, you MUST make some time for Ember Hookah Lounge. Every single hookah lounge in the US needs to be like this place! They literally have it down to a science. I received my order within 5 minutes. No ridiculous wait, no "oh I forgot to put in your order", no "we are short staffed" nonsense. I understand the service/hospitality industry is suffering, but there is a difference when you have a handful of hardworking people who actually care about their jobs. If I was a local, this would definitely be worth a weekly visit.

    Blue must, gum, mint hookah

    I have been coming to Ember Hookah Lounge for 3 + years now. From the very first day I visited to the most recent time I visited, I have received the same quality. There are two locations, one downtown Seattle in the Pioneer Square area and one in North Seattle in the Shoreline area. The owner is kind, helpful, respectful, and considerate. Whenever he visits the lounge he always says "hi" and asks for positive and constructive feedback on how their team is doing and what our experience is like. All of the wonderful people on the team great me by name and always know exactly how to make my flavor mix. They are fun and make this place a safe environment for people to come enjoy being themselves.

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    Christian M.

    Checked this hookah lounge out last Saturday while visiting Seattle from LA. It was definitely a vibe and the staff was extremely friendly! The music was amazing and they even took some requests! Will definitely be checking this place out anytime I'm in Seattle!

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    4 years ago

    Nobody works here lol. Good sheesh, good beer, good music But you can go hours with no service. Owner should open up their wallet and hire

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    6 years ago

    Best hookah lounge in Seattle. Come see @naji he the man here. Music off the hook. Don't go nowhere else

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    7 years ago

    Very clean spot with good hookah and customer service. More modern look than many hookah bars in Seattle. I will be going back for sure

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    Altitude Sky Lounge

    Altitude Sky Lounge

    3.6(212 reviews)
    1.4 miSouth Lake Union
    $$

    Stunning view of the space needle. Came here around 8:30 PM and were able to get a table outside…read morewithout a reservation. It got packed around 9 PM so recommend coming earlier than the crowd. The servers were very kind and were able to recommend drinks and offered blankets since it was cold the night I went. I got the vacation responder which was delicious and refreshing. The food is also outstanding - got the pepperoni flatbread and the artichoke dip with chips. I couldn't stop eating the chips and dip because it was so tasty. Recommend for a date night or catching up with the girls. I'll be back!

    Okay the positives... the views were amazing, the vibes are outstanding. They have a live DJ who…read morewas cookin it was great! We ordered the whipped feta dip, the artichoke dip, the pepperoni flatbread and the prosciutto apple flatbread all of those were freaking delicious amazing. This place has so much potential if they improved their service. The service was so bad it took 45 min to get our first round of drinks. Our server was really nice but maybe stretched too thin bc she forgot to put our order in and threw away her paper that she wrote it on so she had to come re take our order. We had full intentions of ordering entrees from here but they were out of the main dishes. Just seems like the kitchen manager isn't planning well, staff doesn't have help from management. The only thing keeping this restaurant afloat is the view and the DJ

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    Altitude Sky Lounge

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    The Nest - Chardonnay & sunset views

    The Nest

    3.4(661 reviews)
    0.8 miDowntown
    $$$

    Lovely spot! I went at 5pm in the winter hoping to catch a sunset, but it was a rainy day. Still…read moreLOVELY to see the water and the vibrant pier. Such a lovely view! In my experience, having a reservation gets you a great table, and walking in gets you a barstool. We had a res and were lucky to get a gorgeous set of chairs with a view. The covered outdoor area didn't look open to the public, so we were glad to have a spot inside. The bar is dark and moody, but still modern and vibrant at the same time. They have lovely, creative drinks. I got a pineapple tequila smokey cocktail and it was SO good! Drinks run about $20, but this seems more standard in seattle these days. They also have a lovely happy hour that we just barely missed, but would definitely come back to try. Such a great spot for casual conversation, good drinks, and a breathtaking view. Something about watching the boats and planes and the waves is just gorgeous. Note- the 20% tip is pre-loaded onto the bill, so any tip you add is on top of that 20%!

    Great views and everyone should try it at least once and it's a great place to take out of towners…read more I went this past Sunday with a group of friends and while we loved the view, the prices are extremely expensive for what you get. You're definitely paying for the view. It was a great experience but I can find better deals that don't cost an arm in the leg. Also the music is terrible

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    The Nest - View of Seattle from the rooftop bar

    View of Seattle from the rooftop bar

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    French 75

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    Deep Dive - interior

    Deep Dive

    3.9(328 reviews)
    1.1 miDenny Triangle
    $$$

    Deep Dive is my favorite cocktail bar in Seattle. The decor is incredible: Very speakeasy vibes,…read moreand every detail feels thoughtful and elevated. The whole space has this intimate, luxurious atmosphere that makes the experience feel special the moment you walk in. We tried the Japanese Breakfast, which is a savory cocktail and such a pleasant surprise. It genuinely has miso soup notes. It's very unique and creative. I also had El Boho (flavorful but not overly sweet). The staff are always friendly and very knowledgeable when it comes to recommending drinks. The prices are on the higher end, but personally I think they're totally worth it for the creativity and overall experience. This is the spot I bring all my out-of-town friends to because the ambiance, vibes, and drinks are just that good. Truly one of Seattle's gems.

    I've been here a number of times in the past and this experience was different and something has…read moreobviously changed...maybe they are focused on tourists more than locals now? For one, the bar service was mediocre for my $26 cocktail. I get more conversation from the bartenders at the Red Onion.... And because they bartender wasn't paying attention, he forgot to put our food order in....probably didn't need it anyway, I need to diet. And then we get the check and they automatically add 22%...if you are a quality establishment offering exceptional customer service, you don't need to tell me what to tip...guess you are not. And they they have the nerve to ask me if I want to tip another 18%, 20%, or 25% when I sign the check on their Toast device... I'll go out for a quality cocktail experience at Needle & Thread, The Doctor's Office, or maybe the Red Onion, lol. But I won't be coming back here ever again.

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    Deep Dive - Bar and counter seating

    Bar and counter seating

    Deep Dive - Bar inside

    Bar inside

    Deep Dive - Tuesday Fresh Cut Mezcal, Afternoon Tea, Veridian Vallet, Anastasia the Third, and Pink Haze

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    Tuesday Fresh Cut Mezcal, Afternoon Tea, Veridian Vallet, Anastasia the Third, and Pink Haze

    Needle and Thread - Perfectly crafted cocktails

    Needle and Thread

    4.1(556 reviews)
    1.1 miCapitol Hill
    $$$

    Instagram : @yeapeats…read more I was excited to try Needle & Thread since it's often described as a speakeasy, but the "hidden" aspect didn't quite live up to expectations. Unlike other speakeasies that feel truly hidden, you actually just walk into Tavern Law, check in with the hostess, and let them know you have a reservation. They then guide you to a telephone where you repeat your reservation name before being let upstairs. It's a fun concept, but not especially secretive, and they're pretty strict about not letting you up early unless it's very empty. Once seated, we actually waited almost 20 minutes before being served with no acknowledgement. We ended up having to flag down the manager just to bring attention to our table, which was disappointing given the experience they're aiming for. The waitress asks a series of questions about your preferences--likes, dislikes, and flavor inspirations--so the bartenders can create custom cocktails for you. If you're knowledgeable about alcohol, this is probably a dream. If you're not (like me), it can feel a little intimidating, but our waitress was patient and did her best to guide us through it. The drinks themselves were excellent. Even the shots were customized, which was a nice touch. The vibe upstairs is chill and relatively quiet, making it a great place to relax and talk. Food is the same menu as downstairs at Tavern Law, so nothing new there. The only downside--and unfortunately a noticeable one--was an interaction with the female bartender (not our waitress). Based on the questions we were asked, my friend gave a mix of savory and sweet preferences, since we were told these were just inspirations. However, the female bartender came over sounding visibly annoyed and said, "So do you want savory or sweet? You're giving contradicting answers." The tone felt unnecessarily rude, especially since we were just following the process as it was explained to us. Overall, the drinks were great and the concept is unique, but between the delayed service and that negative interaction, it definitely put a damper on the experience.

    First off, the waitress and aesthetic were excellent…read more My only complaint is that while the drinks are quite good, for a 60 minute reservation, it took 20 minutes for us to get a drink. The dessert arrived before our "bespoke cocktails".

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    Needle and Thread - Egg white based, smoky and fruity - IG @bougiefoodieboi

    Egg white based, smoky and fruity - IG @bougiefoodieboi

    Needle and Thread
    Needle and Thread

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    Founders Club - 6/21/24 hotel lobby

    Founders Club

    4.1(81 reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown

    I was first introduced to the Fairmont Olympic Hotel during a Yelp Elite event, where we received a…read moretour and got a glimpse of the Founders Club. I was so excited by the experience that I made a reservation to bring my partner there to end our anniversary night. I was expecting something more intimate and exclusive, especially since that was how it was presented during the Yelp event. When we arrived at the speakeasy at our reserved time, we were told it was not ready yet. We ended up waiting longer than expected, and when we finally received the text to come down, the door was already opening for a party that arrived after us. A big part of the Founders Club experience is the bookshelf entrance, and I had really hoped my partner could experience that excitement for the first time, but it ended up feeling a bit anticlimactic. Once inside, the space itself is nicely done and intimate, and the service was generally good. Prices are quite high for what we ordered, though they do provide complimentary fancy nuts, which was a nice touch. Overall, the vibes are good and I would like to return, but I hope the experience feels more curated and intentional for each party next time.

    I absolutely love this place. Such a great getaway, especially for couples. Be sure to make…read morereservations for the kind of seating that you want because they do have a couple of couches and places that put a little separation between you and your guest. They totally nailed the speakeasy vibe. Upscale and intimate. Service is fantastic.

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    Founders Club - Interior bar - IG @bougiefoodieboi

    Interior bar - IG @bougiefoodieboi

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