I absolutely love monkey loft when it comes to places to go and dance, where you can depend on the…read moremusic being good and the crowd energy being good too. My only complaint is the security guard. And one in particular. He's got medium length dark hair and always wears a hat. He's super annoying and always comes up to people and just makes the experience a little bit worse. Other than that, I love everything about the place especially the greater at the door. She's very friendly and helpful.

I wanted to share some feedback about my experience at the after-hours. I was honestly caught off…read moreguard by how openly drug use was happening on the dance floor. This wasn't subtle, it was multiple people openly doing cocaine lines in plain sight. I understand the nature of after-hours and that people may arrive already under the influence, but this felt far beyond that. It created an environment that didn't feel safe or controlled. What stood out most is how normalized it seemed, which raises concerns about liability and potential risks to the business. I'm surprised this hasn't drawn attention from regulators, given how visible it was. I'm sharing this because it feels like something that could become a serious issue if it continues unchecked.

This is my go-to spot whenever I'm in the mood for a casual drink. Definitely a great place for…read morechampagne and wine. It's a cute, cozy neighborhood spot with good food, reasonable prices, and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Every time I come, I end up ordering the cauliflower and the bao buns--they're just that good. On my last visit, I tried the galbi-jjim bao, which was generous in portion and really flavorful. The cauliflower dish feels almost like a fresh salad, light and easy to eat, and the gnocchi with chipotle sauce had a nice subtle kick. The focaccia and sardines paired perfectly with champagne and white wine. Right next door is Homer, a very popular restaurant, and I've been to both--but honestly, I prefer this place. Maybe it's a bit less trendy because there aren't many main-course options, but everything I've tried here has been consistently delicious. Overall, it's just a comfortable, inviting spot that's perfect when you want good food and a relaxed drink. Also staff are friendly and welcoming. I've been back many times and will definitely keep coming.

3.5! Popped in for brunch was met with super friendly service. Got the sparkling flight and deviled…read moretea eggs to start. Tea eggs had a nice tea flavor but I found the kick in the yolk a tad much. Ordered the c&f blt- hefty boy loaded with bacon, the aioli was a touch acidic for me. Also got the duck Benedict, duck had nice flavor but I'm not a duck person. Fries were good, spicy aioli was...spicier than anticipated. Interior is very cute.

We hosted our after-wedding party at 1988, and it was the perfect way to end an amazing day. From…read morethe moment we started planning, the team was accommodating, easy to work with, and helped make the process stress-free. The space itself was fun, vibrant, and had such a great atmosphere for celebrating with friends. Our guests had an amazing time, and it was exactly the kind of night we were hoping for after our wedding reception. The drinks were great, the service was attentive, and everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Looking back, we're so happy we chose 1988 for such a special occasion. It created so many fun memories for us and our guests. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host a private event or celebration!

What a gem. Drinks were balanced and so, so interesting. I want to go back to try the rest of the…read moremenu! Loved the cucumber salad, their gangalal drink, and the Pandan drink too!!! 11/10. Props to the owner! I hope he'll consider clear ice cubes for the rocks drinks bc his drinks are next level!! N

Lol "interesting" experience…read more I came around 1030 after work, to meet a friend I work in kitchens. I'm wearing all black. Nonslip Docs. Backpack. Probably smell lol Lobby guy was nice. He says "I'll buzz you up." I waited in the elevator for a while. After like 3-5 real minutes I walk into the lobby and text my friend. "I ain't coming. I'm not fancy enough apparently" In that time, the Clerk noticed me. Apologies Profusely. I got up. Friends were really happy. Service was very nice and accommodating. Drinks are Top Notch My friends were giving a "Live Update" about my "situation" the entire time We probably got 8ish drinks. Paid for 3 They close at 11, I left around 1230 Props to Them A+++++++++++ Customer Service Drinks and Ambiance too, but we already knew that Props to the Staff Thank You

The pros: Delicious drinks, incredible decor, and in our…read morecase, an excellent DJ for a Friday early evening. We really liked our waitress, she was helpful with suggestions, and really fun to chat with. The cons: A bit confusing to get into and definitely comes with an air of "everyone here is better than you." Both groups we sat next to were busy talking smack about everyone there, not the locations fault, but definitely not a fun vibe.

We decided to try Oak in Beacon Hill area of Seattle for dinner. We arrived about 6pm and were…read moregreeted and seated immediately inside. The restaurant was about half full when we arrived but was packed by 7pm when they have trivia game night on Monday evenings. The menu has many vegan and vegetarian options as it was originally a vegan restaurant. One of us ordered the bacon cheeseburger with vegan cheese and three ordered Banh Mi Salad, which was a dinner special. Two selected the grilled chicken as protein and one selected the grilled tofu. The burger was juicy and delicious. The salads were excellent. One of the best salads I have had, unique. The marinaded chicken was grilled perfectly. The pickled vegetables were an excellent acid complement for the salad with sesame dressing. Definitely a local favorite. Enjoyed the relaxed vibe of the restaurant. Server was very helpful in answering questions about allergies. Greatly appreciated. Highly recommended for great healthy food options, a good time and a chilled and relaxing evening!

I had read low reviews on this restaurant/ Bar ... BUT it didn't stop us from checking it out for…read moreourselves .... I have to say Nicole was amazing!! Such a warm and welcoming personality and open to making sure my dish didn't have a allergen I was worried about she checked with the kitchen and made sure I knew it was safe Small details says a lot about the people that are the face of a business and she MADE OAK A WINNER to me this is truly a favorite Nostalgic experience for us to have walked in into and without setting a reservation I must add it was a worry for us because how packed it looked from the outside parties and even coming inside we thought we'd have to wait awhile to be seated The gentleman at the first front bar had told us we didn't have to wait if we were ok with and open bar sitting and having to place orders at the 2nd bar I thought first bar itself was where we could sit at, but going further into the cozy front seating area there was an even more interesting and inviting back room vibe We found a seat in the corner as again very packed But we had a gal that confirmed it was ok to pick a spot that was open When more booths became open she even came back to let us know we could move to a bigger space to sit at (loved that she came back to let us know that;) There are these Cute lil QR codes for the menu on these lil table 'blocks' and was told by the same friendly face that if we wanted to order, we'd have to come up to the bar after Looking at the menu My heart was already set on the Vegan Oak Bacon & Cheese burger with Fries ... the vegan menu options just thrilled my foodie heart and having deep fried pickles was a core memory that I'll always compare everyone else's to Oak's delicious dish (kind of wish I ordered that to go lol ;) For it to be our first time my man and Self have been vegans over decade now We both look forward to coming back! Especially to try out the Vegan Brunch options, so Both of us are born and raised in Seattle and witnessed so many changes happening in this neighborhood alone from people coming all over to create a home in our homestate and home city ... This brought back happy memories and now additional moments to join in and find a source of peace and happiness along with a great meal and staff Thank you so much Nicole ... Not sure about the other reviews or what may have been the issues there, But I wanted to make a point and my willingness to support local businesses that hire great people it truly makes a business long lasting and ... we both ... hope to see Nicole again --OAK FANS

My first time here! Was a cute little spot, the decor was very cool!…read moreParking was great and the atmosphere was awesome! The drinks were really great and the staff were nice as well!

Bar at the R! One of my favorite little gems. Great cocktails, great happy hour, and a cozy…read moreambiance despite being surprisingly spacious. I love coming for a few rounds of pool (there's one table in the back) and being surprised by whatever event they have going on. Service has always been great. The Meat Lovers and Veggie pizza sliders were petite but super yum -- a good little appetizer. Pesto is made in-house and really tasty. Definitely wanna come back for the rest of the menu!

My bf has been raving about this place for many years, so I finally stopped in with him. It is such…read morea hidden gem!! It feels like these unique older spots are disappearing left and right, and I just pray that doesn't happen here. It's essentially a maze of old train cars. I def didn't see the whole thing, but I did get to see FDR's old train car, and just the fact that it is a. in Seattle and b. part of this Chinese restaurant is like...what?! Maybe I'm weird, but I love a little random history. It was quiet on an early Saturday afternoon. In the bar there was playoff football on tv and reggae playing. Awesome service from bartender Mo. She recommended the Singapore noodles, which was a dish neither of us had tried before anywhere, but WOW - we have a new fave! The hot & sour soup also really hit the spot on a cold & rainy day. We'll probably be back this weekend.

Very greasy, and expensive for what we received. Order the…read moreorange chicken, soy noodles with chicken and the Chinese broccoli. Chicken was overcooked and the coating was hard. Broccoli and noodles were also greasy. The noodles barely had any chicken in them and were missing flavor. Just an underwhelming meal overall Not worth the cost.

This is the kind of establishment Seattle deserves. It's a relatively quick turnaround after…read moreordering, family friendly, and they choose not to gouge the customer. They lean into forward thinking flavors, and present it without pretension. The vibes are laid back, but when it's busy you are reminded that you live in a city. There's plenty of outdoor seating, but it will get busy out of nowhere. My biggest complaint is that people don't respect the outdoor space. We live in such a beautiful place and people just throw their trash on the ground or leave the area they ate at outside messy. This slows down seating for the next person amongst other things. I'll save the cultural critiques embedded into my "food" reviews in our city for restaurants that aren't doing well. They keep things fun by rotating seasonal soft serve flavors. A lot of the sandwiches are fully loaded and you'll have to use both hands to keep the spillage in check. This place is proof that you can spend still $40-50 for two people to eat in Seattle and enjoy it. The perfect place to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon in the city.

Decided to come here to try the chicken sandwiches. Unfortunately the best thing I had was the…read morecurly fries, which were actually pretty dang good! I would come back for those. I got the original chicken sandwich. The slaw dressing seemed a little runny and made the whole thing a little soggy. Something about the flavor profile didn't have a distinct personality, and felt a little all over the place. I usually love a kale salad, but the kale salad here didn't have a lot of flavor either. The leaves were cut way too big (or maybe not even cut at all) which made it difficult to eat as well.