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    Otter On The Rocks

    4.6 (61 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Otter Old Fashioned
    Alissa B.

    Amazing cocktail bar!! Rich, my bartender was the best!! Super friendly, responsive, and gave great recommendations. I ordered the Otter old fashioned and the Wanderlust. Both were legit, spirit forward drinks. The Wanderlust had especially a unique tropical twist. I will definitely be back.

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    Monica M.

    I kept seeing posts about this bar in my neighborhood but never had the opportunity to stop in (I don't make the trek to the Admiral Junction often). Stopped in with neighborhood friends on Saturday and they had no clue this place was even here lol. The goth in me appreciated the simple and modern Halloween decorations, the Fig flatbread, and the popcorn. My specialty cocktail was underwhelming so I switched to my usual drink. My friend also did the same as her specialty cocktail was too sweet for what she expected. Took a while to get our drinks (2 of 3 of us had alcohol. The 3rd just had soda) and we thought our order was AWOL At around $15 per cocktail I was expecting more impact. Perhaps I need to try a different drink next time. I do wish there was a better variety of snacks, not just flatbread and popcorn.

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    Karen L.

    Ok so I was meaning to go here for quite sometime, finally!!! Grabbed my niece and we decided 2 rounds of cocktails & some of that amazing fig flatbread. Great vibes here only as it's a chill place with a team that gives great recommendations and are super chill. If you haven't made it here yet make it your business to bring a book, a dog, your friend or whatever to enjoy a good drink and good vibes.

    Brown butter spiced old fashion
    Mina S.

    Best cocktails. Best service. I love it here. Gem in this neighborhood but literally a gem for any part of town. It's really special here because they care, are super knowledgeable, and want to pour into the community with fun!

    Old fashioned
    Jamie C.

    Pretty good drinks. West Seattle needs some more bars that are open late. Gets busy around 9 on the weekends. Good service! I think it would benefit from maybe like a DJ on sat nights. West Seattle needs some spice and it would encourage the large young late twenties early 30s crowd living around here to frequent. Downside: very limited food menu. It has flatbreads, cookies, and they bring you pretzels but I'm allergic to gluten so they'res lit nothing I can eat here. Prevents people from staying longer and spending more. I also don't just want a salad. Weird thing: the bathroom is weird. I've never been in a unisex multi stall restroom and noticed most people entering were a little uncomfortable, even the guys. Some waited outside for a girl to finish using the restroom. Will just take some getting used to, but glad it doesn't have urinals. LMAO.

    Mystic old fashioned.
    Linh N.

    This place is cute as hell. I've been wanting to go here for some time now. I dragged my cousin out here one night to try some drinks. I ordered the mystic fashioned and my Thai. Both fantastic drinks, the only thing I didn't like was the after taste of the my Thai. Very almondy and it was noted on the menu. I just didn't think it was going to be the prominent. It's a very tangy citrusy drink so it was a bit weird for my taste bud but the old fashioned was great, very strong and so yummy. Didn't get food but I will definitely have to come to try the flatbread. Service was great. The two bartenders working were friendly and attentive. Looks like a great place for date night.

    Holiday Eggnog
    Hannah B.

    I LOVED this quiet little bar in West Seattle. I saw Otter on the Rocks on Instagram and we stopped in for their warm and cozy holiday ambiance. The bar tender greeted us upon arrival and was very kind and welcoming! We ordered off the holiday drink menu- I got a mulled wine and my partner had a holiday eggnog. Both drinks were super festive! Our friends came to join us and they had the mulled wine and some cocktails from their original menu as well. Otter on the Rocks has a cute little fancy flatbread oven, so we shared some apple bacon flatbreads. They were wonderful- 10/10 on the bar snack meter! Overall, we had a super fun wintery double date at Otter on the Rocks and I would 100% recommend stopping in for a cocktail and a flatbread!

    Jane M.

    Lovely cocktail bar in West Seattle. Heard alot about this place and finally visited this one last week on a lazy Thursday. The ambience and decor is modern. We were promptly seated by the bartender who was also our server. We wasted no time and rivht asay placed our order - mystic old fashioned, hidden pebble, spring fling and summer break. We loved all their drinks but the mystic old fashioned was the best for me. The drinks were very well made and tasted great. They also have something for everyone on the menu here. They do serve some finger food here too but we stopped by for only cocltails so maybe will come back for food some other time. All in all loved this cocktail bar in West Seattle and will certainly come back here with friends.

    three sesame oil floats seal the deal!
    Joy P.

    went to check out this admiral addition and it's a gem! the otter is going to be a neighborhood mainstay, if this past weds, the start of their second week open, is any indication. i got there about 5:30pm and there were only two other tables occupied but by the time we left a couple of hours later, i counted easily 20 or more individuals occupying tables both on the ground level and in the upstairs loft space. the space is designed well with cute, stylish touches. the chairs we were in towards the door weren't the most comfortable after an hour or so but maybe i chose poorly because right at the window i think there's some blue upholstered seats that might be more prime and in demand for those who intend to remain for the long haul. the bar tender waited on us and was knowledgeable about the drinks, helping with decision making at times. the owner came by and was touched by my enthusiastic comment about the space and the opening. we didn't eat, just drank, but it's a space that i hope will thrive. you can tell there's been a lot of effort and intentionality in its opening. the drink menu is super creative and my oaxacan seoulS (yeah, i had more than one :)) were super tasty. the sesame oil float hit the spot and accented the other drink flavors. keep basking in the soon to be here spring sun, otter! looking forward to more visits in the coming months and to your continued success!

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    Diksha G.

    One of my favorite bars! The vibes are cozy and jazzy, the owners are the sweetest and if the bar isn't too crowded, they'll make you off the menu drinks to taste test. They don't have a lot of food options but the drinks are 10/10.

    Mystic Fashioned
    Melody S.

    Love this place! Varied menu, photogenic and delightful drinks, lots of refreshing options for the warm summer days. Serves food and live entertainment! Will be back. Took the king county water taxi over to explore west Seattle and this place was on my radar for awhile now. It's about a mile from the water taxi terminal or a short 7 minute bus ride - awesome accessibility for the nondrivers! Arrived around 4:30pm on a Saturday and settled in some cozy blue chairs inside. There is a small outside patio for those who prefer. A great interior space with some colorful wall art along the long side of the space. There's also a cozy loft that looks really inviting for groups seeking a more intimate experience. The beverages were divine and photogenic. I ordered the Madam Mim which is this beautiful violet color. I don't care for cucumber at all but I'm so glad I took a chance on this because it's a light hint of cucumber that really completes the beverage. Next time I want to try one of the many flatbreads, and stay for some jazz music. Photo of the mystic fashioned my husband ordered.

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    2 years ago

    Justin was so great! Cocktail menu is amazing, fun spot for drinks in WS. We will definitely be back!

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    We didn't eat much, but the flatbread was delicious! The service was amazing and the spot is cozy to hang with friends, or for a date night.

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    Good drinks and great service. Definitely a good place for cocktails in West Seattle.

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    What an amazing cool new spot in the neighborhood! I really enjoyed their creative cocktails and decor. I will definitely be coming back!!

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    Tanner and the rest of the staff are great, good vibes, nice remodel, clean modern bathroom

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    Great drinks, amazing staff! Must try when in West Seattle! Worth a trip all the way to the island just to try.

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    Love this new addition, West Seattle has needed more spots open late. Unique drinks and a chill atmosphere!

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