In town for a cruise and decided to have dinner at the restaurant inside Hotel Theodore. We arrived around 6 PM on a Wednesday and there was plenty of seating. We were originally seated in a booth, but it was pretty tight, so we moved to a table. We were seated quickly and served water right away. Everyone was friendly and pleasant. Our waiter, Jon, was personable, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the menu. My wife and I started with cocktails. I had an Old Fashioned ($22). Nothing over the top, but it was a solid drink. My wife had the Pineapple Daiquiri ($20) and absolutely loved it--enough to order a second one. I started with the Clam Chowder ($18), which was a very generous bowl. Honestly, it was big enough that I could've just eaten that and called it dinner. We also ordered the Bread Basket ($11), which my wife really enjoyed, especially with the garlic chive butter. For dinner, I ordered the Wagyu Steak medium rare ($86). Unfortunately, this was the biggest disappointment of the meal. Our waiter said it was A5 Wagyu, but it wasn't what I expected from A5. The steak was very tough and actually difficult to cut with a steak knife. Meanwhile, my wife ordered the NY Strip medium well, and surprisingly, hers was excellent--tender, easy to cut, and delicious. I definitely had a little steak envy at that point. Even though I ate my Wagyu, I mentioned the issue to Jon. He confirmed that it was A5 Wagyu, and the manager ended up taking 25% off the steak, which I appreciated. For sides, I ordered the asparagus ($18), and it was cooked perfectly with Parmesan and what tasted like chimichurri. My wife had the mashed potatoes ($2 up charge instead of the fingerling potatoes) and said they were very good. The Wagyu also came with fingerling potatoes, which I enjoyed. For dessert, my wife ordered the cheesecake with mixed berry sorbet, and she said it was very good. According to Jon, the cheesecake is made by a local bakery, which was a nice touch and a great way to finish the meal. Overall, the service was very good and most of the food was enjoyable, but the Wagyu was a major disappointment, especially at $86. Our first dinner in Seattle came to $327. Definitely an expensive first night! After traveling all day, I was hungry and we went all in, but next time I'd probably keep it a little simpler--and I'd definitely choose the NY Strip over the Wagyu. read more

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Rider is a perfect hotel restaurant. It saved our bacon on the day the US was playing Belgium in the FIFA World Cup match. The line to the fan zone at Pacific Place was too long and they asked everyone to go away due to capacity restrictions. My wife reminded me of a Yelp Event that we attended at Riders last year and suggested we go there to see if they have seating and thankfully they did right by the bar area and a TV within viewing distance. We ordered a couple of beers on tap and asked if they had the happy hour. They did and it was to close in less than 10 min. We ordered the tempura cauliflower and the burger. It took a while since the place was packed and the kitchen was overwhelmed. Our order seemed to have been lost in the chaos. The tempura cauliflower was ok but not something that I would order again. The burger on the other hand did not disappoint like Team USA did. It was huge, came with piping hot fries and was perfect with the beer. The wait staff did an amazing job. Kudos Rider, for serving up a delightful experience! read more

Rider - Tempura Cauliflower - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My family and I are visiting Seattle for the World Cup, and we decided to try Rider for happy hour before heading to Pike Place Market. Given the excitement around the World Cup and the fact that the hotel lobby is decorated for the event, we were disappointed that the match was not being shown. One employee was very helpful and kindly directed us to another location where we could watch the game, so we left at that time. Later that evening, we decided to give Rider another chance. Earlier in the day, I had noticed a Paloma on the happy hour menu and wanted to try it. We arrived around 9:15 p.m. and sat near the bar since we only planned to have drinks. Unfortunately, the service was disappointing from the start. There was no greeting, smile, or acknowledgment from the staff. After waiting quite a while, someone finally took our order for two beers and two Palomas. The beers were poured and left sitting on the counter for approximately 10 minutes while the server avoided making eye contact with us. When I finally got his attention and asked about them, he explained they were waiting for the other drinks. I politely asked if he could bring the beers over so they wouldn't get warm. His response felt annoyed, and his attitude toward us noticeably changed. We then waited another 10 minutes for the Palomas. When they finally arrived, they were extremely disappointing and, honestly, undrinkable. I am not someone who normally complains, and I usually let things go, but the drinks were that bad. Since last call was approaching, the bill was brought to us almost immediately. When I saw the price of the cocktails, I felt it was reasonable to ask for them to be remade. That request was clearly not well received by the staff. What made the experience even more frustrating was that we overheard another guest at the bar also complaining about the service. The employee's response was that it had been "a long week." While I understand that hospitality can be demanding, guests should not feel the effects of staff frustration or burnout. At no point did anyone apologize for the delays, the poor service, or the quality of the drinks. In the end, we spent nearly $100 on beverages that we did not enjoy and received service that fell far below what we expected from a hotel of this caliber. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience and unfortunately left a negative impression of Rider during what should have been an enjoyable visit to Seattle. read more

The drinks were fucking horrible. We went around 9 PM, and the staff were already extremely hostile and unfriendly. The margarita and whiskey were so watered down that it honestly felt like I was drinking straight water. You're basically paying a fortune for what tastes like **80% water and 20% alcohol**. If you're charging those prices, at least serve an actual drink. Absolutely not worth the money. read more

The Locals Menu is a great way to try a little bit of everything. As of Apr 2026, they offer a 3-course meal for $55/person, which includes one appetizer, one entree, and your choice of Olympic Mountain Creamery gelato or sorbet (2 scoops). Do not skip on the double-cut pork belly! It's cooked to perfection, and you won't regret it. The salmon had the crispiest skin on it, and the gnocchi is cooked with duck sausage. Incredible flavor in every dish read more

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Came here with coworkers after a conference. Very vibey, great service, cool spot for a nice meal. Can't remember the server's name but he was very friendly and helpful and attentive to our group. We tried a bunch of apps: fish dip, oysters, bread, and calamari. Calamari was probably my favorite- I just wish I could've had more! Fish dip was great as well- again, just wish there was more bread served with it to enjoy it all! I don't love oysters typically, but these were clearly high quality. I ordered the salmon since we're in Seattle! the fish itself was great. The rest of the plate was kinda funky to me: a few chips, some beans, and interesting sauce (not sure what it was). Aside from the salmon, I didn't enjoy the flavors of the dish. Might be my fault, I didn't really read the details on the menu; I just saw salmon and called it good. Oh well! Still had a great time. I'd maybe order a different entree next time. read more

Rider - Wild Alaskan Salmon* - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This restaurant is located right on the ground floor of Hotel Theodore, which makes it super convenient if you're staying there. We decided to stop by right after checking in since their happy hour was going on, and glad we did! We sat at the bar where Ben, the bartender, took great care of us. He was attentive, full of recommendations, and even shared a few local tips on what to do around town. The restaurant has that open-kitchen concept, which adds a nice lively touch. Their happy hour runs daily from 2 PM - 6 PM, and here's what we tried: Smoked Salmon Fish Dip with Sourdough Bread - absolutely delicious! Smoky, savory, with just the right amount. Oysters on the Half Shell - fresh and local, can't go wrong there. Manhattan - my boyfriend's drink of choice. Paloma - my pick, refreshing and well-made. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. I even managed to get some work done while enjoying my drink. I chatted with a friendly local sitting next to me who gave more nightlife recommendations (Seattle folks are seriously the nicest!). Overall, Rider is a great place to unwind, enjoy good food and drinks, and soak in that welcoming Seattle vibe, especially convenient if you're a guest at the hotel. read more

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Went for simple PNW fare tonight. Wood grilled wild salmon. This place absolutely nailed it from presentation to accouterments (fresh salad and excellent fingerling potatoes). The salmon was a center cut and easily seasoned with salt and pepper. Perfect whisper of wood smoke and the skin was perfectly crisp. It was medium rare and perfectly flakey. CeCe who is usually the hostess (tonight she stepped into serving) helped ensure my dinner order beat the rush when they opened the kitchen at 4p - professional, personable and very efficient. Absolutely delicious and healthy dinner right here off Pine St in Seattle! read more

Rider - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stopped in here for an after dinner drink and it was nice, there menu options were plenty with drinks for all taste buds. We were hoping for a smoked whiskey cocktail since the restaurant itself smelled like smoke but they didn't have any... if they added one to the menu we'd be thrilled. The sublime Sakura was smooth, perfectly sweet and creamy. The flavor reminded me a lot of a sherbet ice cream I'd have as a kid. Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is our server seemed a little put off by having to take care of us and wasn't super friendly. He seemed rushed despite us being one of 3 groups in the restaurant at the time and I felt like he could have given us a little bit more effort. read more

Rider - Elevated Classic Old Fashioned Sublime Sakura - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I feel like hotel restaurants easily fly under the radar in Seattle, which is a bummer, because so many are hidden gems - and that's truly the case for Rider! Ambiance here is definitely a little more on the classy side, but not so classy that you wouldn't be able to stop in spontaneously while not dressed up a ton. Service is awesome. All of the waiters and bartenders are personable and nice. Our table of four tried a few things that were all delicious! The Smoked Fish Dip is unique but worth the try. So yummy! The Hamachi Crudo is also a perfect bite and tasted sooo fresh. Highly recommend if you're a seafood fan! For my entree I went with the Rigatoncini. Immmmmeddiatteee yes. If you're craving pasta, this is THE dish. It's an amazingly flavorful lamb bolognese with ricotta and ARTICHOKES. I'm a huge artichoke girly so this was such a treat to have in the dish. I saw that they also have a weekend brunch that includes mimosa flights, so I'm gonna have to make a point to visit them again to explore that menu! read more

Rider - Rigatoncini - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Amazing small bites for a late meal! The waiter was quick and friendly!! The Ambiance was classy and timeless and had great music! We ordered tempura cauliflower and calamari! Great presentation of the small bites, the tempura cauliflower was by far the best!! We also had drinks at the bar the next day which was epic! I had the BABA YAGA and the CHUPACABRA, my husband had a beer! Overall great experience in the Hotel Theodore where we were staying!!! read more

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We stopped at Rider during a lunch break. The clam chowder was incredible--creamy, flavorful, and easily the highlight of the meal. Our server was super knowledgeable (and a little chatty, in a good way), which added to the experience. The rest of the menu didn't really speak to me, but I'm glad I found this hidden gem for the chowder alone. Worth the stop if you're nearby and craving something comforting. read more

Rider - Rough Rider Chowder - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This review is for the Thanksgiving dinner (buffet). We went at 6pm to make sure we wouldn't be stuck with bottom-of-pan options. Turkey was drier than dry. Ham was good but only accompaniment for it was mustard. Wish the stuffing/dressing wasn't wet clumpy grains with big chunks of squash and pork sausage. Texture was off-putting. Squash ravioli with sausage ragu was an odd combo IMO, why not offer it with a butter sage sauce or something lighter to offset the heavy foods. Sweet potatoes were ok, but the stuffing had sweet potatoes and ravioli also tasted like sweet potatoes. It was yam overkill. There was NO gelato cart as listed on the menu. We had to ask an employee about it and they let us know they weren't able to get a cart but they do have gelato in the kitchen. The staff was nice about it and got us a bowl of chocolate gelato.Pumpkin pies were very wet. The mini dessert option was lacking and not labeled well. (Green-dusted profiteroles were not matcha or pistachio, just light chocolate mousse, mini cakes/petit fours was one flavor, etc) The brussels sprouts were good with some confit turkey leg and green bean casserole was decent. Overall I did not feel like the food quality was worth the price, especially when cocktails are averaging $20. $450 for 3 to eat buffet with 2 glasses of wine/2 mocktails/soda. And we ended up needing to get dessert elsewhere because no one could eat the desserts except for 1 gelato scoop. read more

Rider - Drink menu - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The food was excellent, and the service started out strong. However, as the evening progressed, the overall service declined. One of our meals was forgotten and took an unusually long time to arrive, with little acknowledgment or communication regarding the delay. After that, service at our table became very limited, and it was difficult to get assistance. Additionally, the checkout process took an exceptionally long time, which unfortunately ended the evening on a disappointing note. read more

Ambiance is very nice! Maybe romantic however very smoky due to the wood fire oven. Service is friendly Prices are high. This place is expensive There is also an automatic 20% service charged (gratuity). It's 50/50 you'll see that at restaurants in Seattle. read more

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Came here to enjoy a quick meal before a Saturday night performance of The Lion King. It was quite busy but I was able to get a seat at the bar. The staff were friendly but not quick. I enjoyed a quick cocktail (Madame Lou) which was pretty good. I also enjoyed the coconut Tanu ceviche. it came with plantain chips. Not the best option to enjoy with raw tuna because they break so easily and they are slim and the chunk of tuna were quite large. Everything tasted fresh though. It was loud and the atmosphere was confusing. Is this a nice relaxing place or a sports bar? Prices say the former. read more

Rider - Madame Lou - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had reservations to have dinner before a show at the Paramount. It is nicely appointed nearby within walking distance. The atmosphere gave industrial subway speakeasy vibes. The staff wore blacksmithing leather aprons which gave a certain attitude of frisky and classy. The craft cocktails were delicious and we had some good food. I had the cutest presentation for my autumn squash soup in a pumpkin pot. It was flavorful and well seasoned. Additionally, my friend ordered the salmon and stated the skin was crispy without overcooking the salmon which was tender and juicy. The whipped potatoes with roasted garlic wete decadent and the roasted carrots perfectly cooked. A lot of options for vegetarians in a steak and seafood restaurant. The lamb ragu pasta got a 3/5 rating, not much lamb in the mix as advertised. We enjoyed our wine that we brought with us and the corkage fee was $35. The bartender Ben stepped in while our server was busy and opened and decanted our wine. The staffing level could have been better and we had a few ordering mistakes that were graciously repaired. I will definitely return here for some fries and martinis at minimum at the bar after a show. Perfect nightcap location since they are open late. read more

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My friend and I decided to hit this place up before a Seahawks game on a Sunday. The server was very attentive and super knowledgeable when we asked for a suggestion on the menu! We loved the restaurant atmosphere, very upscale and fancy but not stuffy, especially for the location. The flight of mimosas is fantastic, my friend and I got one to share. I also love the food, will be coming here again on the way to my next football game! read more

Rider - Mushroom toast with whipped ricotta - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nice Seattle restaurant attached to the Roosevelt hotel. Stopped in for some late night bites after bowling. Broiled oysters were a hit with our group and the Parmesan and herb fries were good. The Caesar salad was huge with lots of Parmesan. Service was a little slow but it was late night. Cool vibe and great ambiance. Open fire kitchen so you can see what's going on behind the scenes. Definitely a place I would come back for an earlier dining experience. read more

Rider - Baked Oysters* - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The menu was very limited and when we ordered from the menu, they were already out of our choice. We were there from 6 to 8 PM on a Saturday night and we were the only table. The food presentation was good, but the food was cold. The beignets for dessert were wonderful. The waiter was very good and did his best to give good service. read more

We looked for a new to us restaurant to try on New Years Eve and decided on Rider. We were seated a little after our reservation time, we loved the ambiance. You get to wait in the hotel lobby until you are seated. We started with Kiss Me Deadly, Penn Cove Mussels & Clams, and Pumpkin soup. I loved my drink, Kiss Me Deadly. The Penn Cove Mussels & Clams were great, the broth was so flavorful, the toast with it was perfect to dunk in the broth. The Pumpkin soup was okay, it wasn't hot when we got it. We then got the Rigatoncini, and Whole bone-in Rainbow Trout. I loved the Rigatoncini, the lamb bolognese was great, loved the whipped ricotta on top. We got the Rainbow Trout with chimichurri sauce. We would have liked a little more seasoning on the fish itself, the fish was very fresh. For dessert we got Chocolate crunch mousse cake. It was amazing, the best end to our meal. read more

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Walked past this place and thought it had a cool vibe and an interesting menu so decided to check it out. I like the aesthetic and think it's a pretty place to have dinner. The drink menu has some drinks that look appealing, but I find it really odd for a menu to feature alcohol like new amsterdam vodka and cruzan rum. These are some of the cheapest bottom tier liquors you can buy, I wouldn't even list these labels if this is what I had in my well. 16 or 17 dollars for these is ridiculous and honestly embarrassing alongside other liquors on the menu like woodford or titos which are more reputable. Why cut corners here? There were a number of dishes on the menu that piqued my interest, but I really wanted to go with something grilled as they tout a wood fired grill. I elected to go for the pork chop and what I got was very disappointing. First off this was supposed to be a 14 oz pork chop and I wanted to ask where the other half was. This was probably 8 oz if I'm generous and that includes the bone. The chop has the barest semblance of being grilled, it looks like it was laid on the grill for 10 seconds to pick up the charcoal dust to make marks and that was it. It's not even properly seared. It's overcooked, not completely dry to the point of being chalky, but it should have been juicier. Not even the tiniest bit of seasoning here, it definitely needed salt and pepper at the least. They're listing the farm where the pork came from, which makes me think it would be of heritage quality, but it didn't have any rich marbling or depth of flavor more so than the basic cheap cut you get in the grocery store. When I have paid $40+ for a pork chop it has always been insanely better than any grocery store cut, this wasn't even close. I have made a pork chop 10 times better in my cast iron skillet at home. It seems to me they're cheapening out on quality here in the same way as the cocktails. The pork chop also came with a sauce, I went with the au poivre and it was no surprise terrible. More like a brown briny gravy than an au poivre. It had no fresh crack pepper taste, I think they only used brined peppercorns and that's why it had a weird tang to it. It also must not have been made as a pan sauce as it had no meaty flavor whatsoever. Texturally it was too thick like a glob of gravy rather than a delicate creamy sauce as it should be. I upgraded to a side of carrots instead of potatoes. Carrots were cooked well, but were barely browned leaving a lot of flavor on the table. Brown butter was a nice touch. Hazelnut picada was way too rough chopped for carrots. You need something almost as fine as bread crumbs to stick here. The hazelnut chunks just fell off and had to be eaten separately. Had to get dessert because I was still hungry. Got the chocolate mousse crunch cake. I don't think they know what chocolate mousse is because this had the density of cheese cake and was not light or whipped up like mousse is. There was something on the bottom with the hardness of a crust more than there actually being any cake here. Call it a chocolate cheesecake and it wouldn't be so bad. Ice cream was great. The crunch was just a bed of granola? It was way too hard and crunchy and was an annoying texture change here. Service at the bar was mediocre despite multiple people behind the bar the entire time. No one would even look my way. Took a long time just to get someones attention to inquire about the menu. Staff didn't know any details on the pork chop or short rib, how it would be prepared or even whether it was boneless or not. Automatic 20% gratuity which was hardly earned. I would say there's a lot of promise here and perhaps some of the other dishes are of higher quality and caliber. But for what I ordered, the price, execution, and quality, are not in alignment. read more

Rider - Chocolate mousse cake - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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After a Yelp event at the Rider Bar, we stayed behind for another round of drinks and to chat. The ambiance is pretty nice and retro. The staff were awesome and the drinks were consistently well-made. My faves were the espresso martinis! I recommend having drinks in the bar when in the area and the time is right. read more

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I stepped out of my comfort zone and tried a new drink - whiskey sour with egg whites! I gotta say that I loved it! I started off with my usual tequila, lime and soda drink, but the whiskey drink was fantastic! We had little bites at the event that were great as well, my favorite being the shrimp and the oysters! I was still hungry though and ordered a clam chowder bowl, which I was not expecting to be as good as it was! So glad I tried it. My favorite part, however, was the staff... I cannot say enough! Every single one of them made my visit so pleasant! They all took the time to answer questions, to talk about the menu, complimented my outfit, and they all seemed genuinely happy to be there! I love going to places where people love what they do! I'd definitely come back and bring friends along! read more

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The overall vibe of this place is casual and is a large opened space with lots of seating. We opted in for the Fire & Ice Chef table dining experience and overall it was really good. The service was spotty and not the chef experience expected. For the drinks, they were all crafted well and very tasty. The smoked old fashioned drink was my favorite. For the food, it was a chef custom experience. The portions were good for the group and by the end of service was satisfied. The oysters, fish, and scallops were fresh, vibrant, and flavorful. The pork belly was absolutely fantastic with crispy skin and flavorful bites. The filet was nicely seared and cooked to perfection. The salad was a nice balance to everything and the panna cotta was a perfect finish to the meal. Overall the experience was ok and would not mind trying another one when the menu changes, despite not being charged correctly according to the reservation. There are happy hour options and late night bites available. Will be back to check those out. read more

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I have NEVER been to a restaurant of this caliber with such horrible service. We read reviews in advance and still chose this over 67 at the Edgewater due to distance. We ordered drinks and 2 entrees at 7:45 on a Monday night and did not have a SINGLE contact made with our table after 7:50 (when drinks were delivered) until almost 9. Over an hour and no check-in, not a single server within 5 feet of our table. No food. No glances. No offer to fill drinks. Ignored for an hour and 15 minutes. And that includes the fact that the conversation at the table was great. Despite that, the neglect in service was deafening in an environment that wasn't even busy. Then, over an hour an 15 later, the obviously young and inexperienced waitress comes and says there waa an accident with our food. Well...even if there was, why have you not stepped foot within 6 feet of our table for over an hour??? Maybe we could have drank a few more pricey drinks during the wait. We are an understanding bunch and would have LOVED to drink it up while waiting for our almost-80-dollar steaks (sides not included)... instead I wish I had gone to Ruth's Chris across the street. Worst service I have had in 20 years. Hands down. Never had zero contact at a table for over an hour. Unheard of. Baaaaad. read more

The food here is amazing! We had the pork chop w chimichurri sauce, the scallops, Brussels sprouts, gem Cesar salad, smoked salmon dip and dinner rolls. Everything was delicious. The restaurant has a cool vibe to it, it's industrial, but art deco feel. It has an open kitchen concept so you can see the grill and kitchen going while seated in the dining area. The reason for 4/5 stars is, we had bones in our smoked salmon dip (they took it away which is why I don't have a photo) lastly, the service was not great. Our server was overwhelmed and was not particularly patient. She did not regularly check on us, so we didn't get a water refill until the end of our meal when we asked for the check. Besides those things I would go back to try more menu items. read more

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We made a reservation though we didn't necessarily have to given it wasn't very full (though when we've tried walking in before at similar times and empty seats we have been turned away). It was a mixed experience all around. Most of the food was good - especially the oysters and soup, but my scallops came out lukewarm to cold and my second drink came out well after we had finished eating. The pricing vs. portion size was also pretty extreme. Our server was really friendly and gave good recommendations but then they forgot about us several times during our meal (ie to bring plates out for the apps) or to include spoons for the soup. This is also definitely more a place to go for a leisurely meal rather than something fast before a show. It was very classy and sleek inside. Honestly, we enjoyed our meal and would recommend it for a fancier meal if you're in the area and make a res but we probably wouldn't come back because of cost for value. Maybe for the happy hour, especially if the soup is on that menu, but overall we are ok with our one off experience. read more

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Sat down at the bar on a slow Sunday. It was me, a lady and a couple at the bar. The couple seemed to be well into their stay and the bartender was thoroughly engaged with the lady - who may have been a coworker with how everything went. I sat at the bar for about 5 mins waiting for a menu. Mind you I'm about 10 feet from the bartender, who's back was slightly facing me but was definitely aware of me waiting for a couple of those minutes while she carried on her convo with the lady as if there was nothing better to do. Eventually got an order in and as I was waiting to finish my drink and immediately leave I noticed a couple sit down to my left and get greeted/served within 20 seconds of sitting down. I hope I was just randomly treated poorly by the bartender but that definitely came into question at that point. Come to find out there's a mandatory 20% gratuity. I guess that's the kind of customer experience one can expect with an automatic gratuity providing little to no incentive for treating customers well. read more

Visited for happy hour (3:30/4is on a Thursday) while we were staying at the hotel Theodore and loved the vibe of the place. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were incredibly friendly. They have a decent list of HH cocktails for 9$ and my martini was well made. I had some oysters which were 3$/piece and they were the best oysters I've had in a long long time. Oysters came with a rhubarb vinegar which was super unique and delicious as well. We also ordered a side of fries and they were very good as well. If you're planning on dinner here I recommend a reservation, I overheard them prepping for dinner and they had almost 100 reservations on a Thursday. read more

Rider - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Only giving 3stars because of the service, lady in the front was no where to be found after 5 minutes and two other parties waiting ( it's a Tuesday afternoon) when she shows up she has a aloof attitude and seems to make you wait for no apparent reason ( when I wanted to sit at the bar). Bae service was mediocre and seems like it's mixed with people who care to work and serve diners and others who couldn't care less. This review was saved bc this nice bartender was attentive & made the most exquisite cosmopolitan. Idk if I would come back it's too "High end" to have inattentive bare minimum service but Iguess that's what you get when you're in the heart of downtown in a city. read more

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A coworker made a lunch reservation here for a group of 5 on a weekday. When we got there, it seemed like they didn't have our reservation and took a while to get us seated. One of us ordered a sparkling water -- fair warning that there isn't a "single serving" of the bottle, it was huge. Also when our server gave us the bottle, she didn't give a bottle opener or a different glass to pour into; she didn't come back for another 10ish minutes. It took a hot second for her to also take our orders, I ordered calamari and the rest of our team had chicken sandwiches and burgers. The food took about 20 minutes to come out. Calamari was quite mid and a pretty small portion (though it is in the appetizer section, so understandable). The best thing here was the parm fries -- amazing texture and perfect taste. The fries are the sole reason Rider is still getting 3 stars, otherwise it would have been a 1.5 experience for sure. Vibes of the place were fine, we were seated a bit awkwardly at the booth right next to the entrance of the restaurant, even when there were tables further in. read more

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Food: out of everything that we wanted to order (t-bone steak for two, suggested remedy was to up-charge us into wagyu beef). Travel today is punishing because my partner and I are feeling effects of food poisoning. Ugh, so ill. Service: lost our reservation for party of 6, however did make earnest effort to seat us. Servers insisted on interrupting every conversation or were not to be found. Food was delivered on the cool side, but server almost chucked it on the table and always in front of the wrong patron. Menus draped over our tableware should have been the giveaway. Am I the only person who realizes the menu is the dirtiest item in a restaurant? Cocktail was not great (dirty martini should be dirty, and not taste like gin). Little song and dance at end about mandatory 20% tip shared with front and back of house ( both teams epic fails), but feel free to add a little more on top for our server (who only showed up to cross the finish line). Pricing: Brutal, especially for cold food served randomly. $11 for bread? Restaurant decor was great, so why ruin it with the sports-bar tv vibe in the bar? read more

I went here with co-workers to eat dinner. Nice restaurant. Food was good but don't expect to get full off the entree. I got the stripped sea bass with some rice noodle salad. Small portions for sure. So I had to order an appetizer of the roasted cauliflower. That was the most flavorful thing I ate all night. Not bad but to me if I was paying I would have been disappointed. For that money you expect food to stand out as far as taste. read more

Rider - Stripped Sea Bass - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Stayed at the Hotel (Theodore), this week and of course had to check this place out. Went a couple times during our stay and wow, how is this place not packed every night? Maybe the best bartender in Seattle, Ben, I believe, someone correct me here on the name, if I'm wrong, as we had a lot of fun if you know what I mean. Knows his stuff up and down and can this guy multitask. Chatted us up when a good time and was quick on refills, hence the too much fun, lol. And even showed us pics of his cutie pie pup (we're dog lovers). This place isn't cheap though, so be prepared, but, normal downtown hotel Seattle prices, and built in gratuity. Which I'm totally cool with, and they deserve every penny. But, they do have some sweet happy hour deals, like a martini for $9. Generous on the pours. No stingy drinks here. Had some of the best oysters we've ever had, and we've had many ($3 each on HH). Plump, not too briny and buttery and an unexpected torched or grilled lemon. I think these were Tubby's). And, maybe one of the best burgers I've had in years, tasted like cooked over wood and juicy. The bun was also a stunner, held up so well and pillow soft ($20 I believe and when they say cooked to order, they mean it, perfect cook). Cool inside and the smell of the wood fired food was intoxicating, like being at an upscale BBQ, with none of the lingering odor, if that tracks. I will totally come here again, this is now our go-to Seattle spot. read more

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I stopped in here for an impromptu business meeting. It was quiet because it was relatively early on a Sunday afternoon between lunch and dinner, but the place has a good atmosphere and the bartender was friendly and made a good cocktail. I also ordered a burger, they had a decent midday Menu at the bar. The burger was well-made, good quality, and the fries were just right. I'll have to come back here later in the day for dinner, but I liked my experience here and would recommend it. read more

Came here for drinks with a colleague after work! Bar staff is super friendly. Had their spicy margarita -- it's made in-house and it was good and the MOST spiciest margarita I've ever had! Does a good throat burn but I wasn't bothered by it, I actually really liked it -- it reminded me of real ginger tea My colleague had the Seattle drink, citrusy taste. Dinner menu, food menu is expensive and maybe that's bc the restaurant is in the hotel aka Hotel Theodore. I must say, their restroom is very clean and they have a niceeee hotel Theodore paper towels haha. 20% gratuity is already included with the bill, fyi. read more

Rider - Spicy margarita! - American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

For a place that was 3/4 empty, it took a long time to get service. The food came all at once, which was impossible to fit on our small table in the bar area. read more

Is the restaurant bad? No. But you would do better at Applebees. And the price would be $50 for two, rather than $150 for two. My experience: 1) We had to ask for ice for our warm water. Not a big deal. Once we got ice we had to immediately get more because it was enough ice for one glass of water, not two 2) After ordering the seafood dip, we returned it as the $18 only inlcuded a single slice of bread (cut in half) and a cold seafood dip with small fish bones in it. Not what we expected. 3) Manager came to "greet" us, but it wasn't apologetic about the dip, instead felt interrogatory 4) Salmon was delicious, the scallops were great. The salad with the salmon, on the other hand, had approximately 1-2 full tablespoons of pepper for the 6-9 small leafs of lettuce (approximately 6 bites to finish the small salad) In summary- I appreciated they were open late, we needed a late (9pm) dinner on a Tuesday. and the food was creative and attempted at high dining. The downside: staff was snobby, we never had our water refilled once, salad was inedible (I think on purpose), we paid $128 for two entrees, a single side, and two glasses of wine. They added the 20% tip in without our permission (what the actual f) and they charge $18 (dont forget tip) for a single slice of bread with boney dip. LOL Go to Applebee's or Waffle House instead read more

I have been to Rider inside Hotel Theodore many, many times. I've been for every meal and enjoyed the restaurant alone, with friends, on date nights, and with family. Each experience consistent in service, ambiance, and quality. Since Chef Riccardo joined the team, the dishes and experiences have been elevated. The wine list rotates and the cocktails range from innovative to classic. It really is great for any occasion. If you're staying at the hotel, shuffling around downtown, or heading to a convention I recommend that you make a stop at Rider. And if you're celebrating something special let the hospitality team know. Chef will usually stop by with a treat to make your experience extra special. Cheers! read more

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