Karoo Cafe is a privately owned and operated South African Cafe/Lounge that absolutely nails cozy…read moreyet classy charm. I visited on a Saturday night with a close friend who is South African, and she immediately felt right back at home! The ambiance is intimate, cozy, and classy without trying too hard. The kinda sophisticated place for adults to have a beverage after dinner! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, adding to the relaxed and inviting vibe. We tried a well known South African Shot called a Springbok Shooter ; named after the national rugby team due to its green and gold colorshot. My friend being a native swore by this classic. Unfortunately, it was not for me. A mix of crème de menthe and Amarula, it honestly tasted like NyQuil in shot form. An experience, yes. A repeat, nope! That said, the Espresso Martini was absolutely perfect. Smooth, balanced, and exactly what I needed for a post dinner pick me up. It fully redeemed the drink portion of the night and then some. Overall, Karoo Cafe is a fantastic spot with a warm atmosphere, great service, and standout cocktails. I would absolutely recommend it, especially if you are looking for something unique and genuinely welcoming in Seattle.

Went on a Saturday at 3pm right when they opened. There was nobody there, just 3 of us sat right by…read morethe window with views of the Sound. The interior is very fun - lots of safari themed rugs from Ruggable etc, Music was fun - chill lounge EDM music. 2 very attentive and friendly staff. Had: - espresso martini: it was just OK, but I'm an espresso martini snob - Blooming Protea: 10/10 - super refreshing and well balanced - bartenders choice (something mezcal): 10/10 - same ^

Food: Hummus with pita and veggies 5 stars…read more Party Chex mix 5 stars. Drinks: Fireside chat was delicious. A cold drink that tastes like a warm hug! 5 stars. Service: 5 stars. Always friendly and attentive. Ambiance: A moody vibe with great music.

Cute place in Pioneer Square. Enjoyed the drinks and food, and the hummus was especially good…read more Will return.

I am so grateful for my experience at Life On Mars. It turned out to be the highlight of a…read moretumultuous Seattle trip and I look back on it fondly. We came here mostly for one thing: I absolutely could not wait for their gluten-free vegan chick'n pot pie. A pie i'd been waiting months to try. A pie unlike any other pie. A pie that I still think about to this day. We walked straight into a Cardi B drag show. And by "walked into" I mean we opened the door and Hot Pink Shade sashayed right in front of us. It was exactly the kind of welcome we love. It was also the first green flag in a sea of green flags at Life On Mars. I could barely sit still as I waited to order my GF/VG pot pie. We got the drinks outta the way (a peach hard cider for me and a fancy-schmancy cocktail for the lady). I was positively GIDDY when Anna came to take our order and I blurted out chick'n pot pie excitedly. I nearly died when she said they didn't have any. Normally it wouldn't have been such a big deal, but I was from out of town and had literally been craving this damn pie for months! And I lied, I didn't nearly die but I DID nearly cry and that's almost as bad. Even the bestie lamented about what a let down this was. Anna. Dear, sweet Anna. We must have looked really hard up because this sweet baby angel offered to ask the cooks if they could whip one up special just for me. Let me tell you why this is a big deal: For one, she didn't need to do that. That's going above and beyond, and she was such a graceful little buttercup when she did it. Second, making a gluten free biscuit is a finicky, precise, detailed process. It sucks, honestly, and I don't blame them for not having them every day. I nearly cried when she came back and told us the cooks said YES. And this time i'm not lying. It was beyond the type of customer service i'm used to. It was.... humane. It was...empathetic. It was...totally first world problems but it meant so much to me! Especially since Anna said it had been a DAY and she was at her wits end. For her to have a rough day and still have the grace and compassion to make my stupid GF/VG chick'n pot pie dreams come true.....well, yeah, it made me a bit teary eyed. The pot pie was delicious, as expected. It was nostalgic and comforting, like a big hug in a bowl. The flavors were rich and deep, the biscuit soft and flaky; it was one of the most delicious things i've tasted on my GF/VEG journey. Between the food, the drinks, the customer service and the drag show......this was five stars all around. No doubt. I don't see the GF chick'n pot pie on their menu anymore. Maybe it's a seasonal thing? I hope it comes back, i'll be checking. And when it pops up again, so will I. Thank you, Anna. Thank you to the cooks on 2/19/26. Thank you to Hot Pink Shade, ISIS and King Leo Mane.

This is one of my favorite bars in all of Seattle. The atmosphere is incredible--great music, walls…read morefull of vinyl, and a vibe that feels both fun and welcoming. If you love music and supporting local artists, this is your place (they even showcase and sell local vinyl and more). The cocktails are great, the nonalcoholic options are actually great too, and the food is so good. It's all plant-based, and I'm not even vegan, but I still love eating here. It's just one of those spots that gets everything right: music, drinks, food, and atmosphere.

Holy stars aligned to get us here…read more We went to a bar down at Pikes and apparently some soccer game was on so noone was eating or drinking but the wait was 90 minutes so we left. Wander down streets and see this place tucked off behind the railroad tracks. Had a couple glasses of water and a sharpie mustache beer while wife debated if she wanted to eat there or not. Got another third side on the moon beer and ordered a Seattle burger (cream cheese, who knew) with tots and an elote. Asked the guy how he felt about the mushrooms and he gave them a very enthusiastic rating so I ordered some. Freaking A. The mushrooms are worth the plae ticket to Seattle. Dill ranch dip. Crispy and delicious. The burger was good, more of a cream cheese sauce. The tots were just as tots should be crunchy on the outside and soft inside The elotes retained their heat for so long that we had them for dessert.

There are honestly a lot of mediocre but pretty places on the waterfront - this one is pretty and…read moreway above mediocre. We dropped in for brunch, and were thrilled to find a place that is both pretty and delicious. Service is walk up and quick and friendly. There's a great brunch selection - we got tacos and a breakfast burrito. The potatoes were some of the best I have had. Ambiance is techno retro and comfortable with a waterside vibe (although you can't really see the water). Would recommend!

Our party of 3 had the pleasure of visiting the Mountaineering Club tonight to celebrate my 1 week…read moreof recovery from a bilateral mastectomy as a result of a breast cancer diagnosis. It was important for us to get out of the house, watch the sunset, and a have lil' cocktail to supplement my pain meds. Jesse and Devon (sp?) we SO amazing. I said to my sister (who is visiting from Alabama) from the start after meeting Devin "oooh girl, I love their energy". Because they are the sweetest person you'll ever meet. Jesse was SO attentive to us. The views were fabulous but the company of Jesse and Devon were top-notch. Charlotte? Was also fabulous. As a manager myself - I'd be SO incredibly proud to have these three on my team. Thank you so much, I needed this after a very challenging week.

After hearing a lot about The Mountaineering Club, my friends and I decided to give it a shot. We…read morewent on a Sunday with 5 people in our party. Took almost an hour to get seated, but we were able to grab some drinks from the coffee shop on the first floor of the hotel, which was a nice option. Once we got upstairs it was gorgeous! Lots of great seating options both inside and out. The views of downtown Seattle and Bellevue were EPIC. The staff were very friendly as well! I have to say, for the price the food and drinks weren't at the level I expected. We ordered nachos, crab Rangoon dip, and pretzel bites. The nachos were probably our favorite, but they weren't anything special for $22. The Rangoon dip was mostly cream cheese and barely had any flavor. I think they were depending on the nori chips to bridge the gap, but those didn't taste the greatest. Finally the pretzel bites were okay, but nothing I couldn't get at another gastropub for a much lower price. The drinks were fine, but not that strong. I ordered the Glacier Peak which was beautiful and refreshing. We'll be back for the views and maybe a couple of cocktails, but I'd say if you're bar hopping, spend money on food somewhere else in the area.

Friends go here all the time. This was my first time and it was epic. It's intimate, quiet and a…read morewonderful place to spend time 1:1 or with a few friends. It's not stressful and the appointments ensure you have space for your enjoyment. The bar masters are experts. They make amazing drinks. The creativity of the menu and the staff is worth a stop. The list of cocktail options is rich and the stocked list of liquor is longer. The blow your mind moment is the pricing relative to most other boutique cocktail lounges or a place like Cannon that seems to just look to drain your bank account. Great place to check out and keep coming back.

My friend got a reservation here as a little surprise for my weekend in Seattle and it sure didn't…read moredisappoint. We arrived 10 minutes early and had to wait for our seats to be ready as the other party was still there. It's quite small on the inside, and I think it only seats maybe 16 people at max? Either way, we had a great time. You get a small cup of champagne while you wait/once you are seated. We each tried two drinks, and honestly everything was great. My favorite was the tart au citron-- it was sweet and tart and a perfect cocktail! My friend really loved the espresso martini-- I had a sip and it's probably one of the best in the city. Definitely worth a try and will be what we get again next time we come again!

The bartender was really nice and made me a delicious mocktail. It was a nice quiet area to…read moresocialize with my friend at the end of the night.

This was a really pleasant surprise to find such a great bar in this area! We loved our drinks and…read morethe seasonal menu. The regular drink menu also looked interesting too. We also liked our snack and would definitely come back for more! The service was lovely and attentive and the vibes were fun and casual, but still classy.

We went for a birthday and had THE BEST time! The food is…read moreamazing! Best drag show ever? The owner was so accommodating to our changing reservation! What a great venue!

Went for the burger based on recommendations, it was good but not great. Not the top tier of…read moreSeattle burgers. Paired it with the Parmesan fries. My wife got the avocado cucumber salad and she enjoyed that as well. Food - 3.5 Service was great, 5/5. The pricing was reasonable for the food we received. Lastly, the vibe of the place, on a Tuesday night, was solid. 4/5. Overall, good food, great service, I'll give 4/5 stars.