What could improve... literally everything. They point you to the QR-menu and then you still have to ask about certain rotating items. The service is slow. Very slow. The drinks are fine. But with the higher prices and slower service, you can find better elsewhere. You wait to get a seat at the bar. If you don't have a reservation you can still sit. They will offer you to sit anywhere, but beware... if you skip a seat they may as you to move down 1/2 way through your drinks (happened twice when the bar wasn't even full). At this point, just direct people where to sit and don't let them choose! The ambiance and decor is confusing. A fun Rochambeau idea that' just didn't happen right. The "vibes" just aren't there. read more

I've been back a couple more times, and while the food is good in the upscale New Anerican cocktail bar type of way, I don't think it's really worth the price. I think this place is popular because of its proximity to Seattle Center/events. I'm sure the rent here is wildly expensive so it makes sense that prices are commensurate, but for me it just isn't worth it. Overall, I'd give it 3.5 stars. read more

This was everything we had hoped for. The staff were friendly and attentive. Love sitting and being able to watch the chef work. It was overall a great experience with one exception; the chairs are dreadful. While I am sure that helps get people to move along, they are hard, no backs and sized for a small child. Even a small cushion would make it better. The food, that's why I would recommend this place. Everything we had was delicious, made to order (in front of us) and overall great. It's obvious the hush puppies are a favorite as they kept flying out. We ordered them. They were soft and creamy with a delicious sauce! I had the scallops, which were huge and while I almost didn't order them because they came on a bed of frisse, but this was excellent and I really enjoyed it. Others in the party ordered the mushrooms, carrots, and duck. All were very happy with their choices. Such a hip, swanky kind of place. We will definitely be back! read more

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Such an interesting place! Small - only about 20 seats. My friends and I had reservations, but it was the middle of the afternoon on Sunday and a few people were able to walk in and be seated. To watch the cook do his thing here is amazing! He doesn't even really have a kitchen - he has a sink, a stove, and an oven. Right there in a kitchen smaller than my apartment's, he creates the most amazing food. The menu is small, only about 6-8 things. The craft cocktail menu is so swank I had to ask about the ingredients on almost every one. My friends and I shared a farmhouse salad with pickled strawberries and rhubarb, blistered asparagus, hush puppies, and scallop risotto. All were wonderful, but the star for me were the hush puppies, crisp on the outside and pillowy on the inside, served with an aioli. But no wait! The asparagus was so good, charred and served with pomegranate molasses. Oh, but the risotto was also fantastic - the scallops perfectly cooked and the risotto with just the right chew. This would be a great date night or apres opera place. I am looking forward to seeing what else this kitchen produces. read more

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Nice service. Food and drink is superb. Bit cold in winder inside. I loved this place. read more

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Super cool vibe with a fun yet upscale menu. Not a lot of bar seats available so make a reservation if you're interested. Great spot to try trendy cocktails before a show at the Climate Pledge Arena. read more

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We wanted a libation after a hockey game (Go Torrent!) and walked into this place. Serendipity for the win!! It was near closing time but the owner was super accommodating and took the time to answer all our questions - mostly about the decor which was fun and eclectic! We asked if any snacks were available and he said the kitchen was closed but he would get us some olives he was marinating! Another score! They were tasty salty delicious and went nicely with our beverages. Drinks were spot on and the specialty non-alcoholic drink my sister chose was delightfully citrus and herby in a good way. Excellent place to cap off your day. read more

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First time dining here and it was amazing. The drinks were excellent and it was clear the bartenders were skilled in their craft. Highlight was the food. We had four of the menu items and they did not disappoint. The chef is outstanding and every dish we had was something we would order over and over again. Truly a talented chef. Everyone was friendly and the atmosphere was quintessential Seattle. Only regret, we haven't been here more often. read more

Cozy, cute, thoughtful spot for cocktails very close to the climate pledge arena. We came here after the Deathcab/Postal Service show. Service was really good and the cocktails were really thoughtful. Only bummer are the prices: they're kinda high. And the closing time: it's kinda early. Still, if you are waiting out traffic after a big show...this is THE place you should be. read more

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Wonderful small bar that makes the food in front of you and loves to chat if it isn't too busy. There are only 5-6 food items per day, but all of them have been delicious. Also some of the more creative cocktails I have had in Seattle. The music and general atmosphere was a cute small bar with excellent food. This is my go to before events at the music halls! read more

A true farm table restaurant. This means they buy produce and meat once or twice a week and that is the menu. So there is no constant menu item except maybe for hush puppies. The two chef owners trade places at the stove and they have another waitress and a bartender. Four people run the restaurant. But the food, oh my goodness. We had a radicchio salad where the radicchio had been cooked like wilted lettuce, and then served with a Caesar sauce, pine nuts, and some other magical ingredients. And very ingenious, cocktails designed for Halloween. Trendy and expensive, but very much worth it. We had no reservation that showed up at 5 PM and had to finish by 6 PM. Make sure you get a reservation. read more

When i viewed their website for the booking information, it was quite intimidating at first as it listed what not to do or list of rules. The rules made sense and it's a great way to set the expectation, but it was just interesting. Anyhow, I have to say the drinks are perfect here. The bartender was friendly and kind to give us the seats at the bar as soon as we walked in. We wanted to eat here but there were only about 4 or 5 items in the menu and the choices were great. However we could not find what we wanted to eat. But I think the food here would be pretty tasty because we had the best salad to share and no entree, it was one of the best I ever had. Amazing fresh Buffalo mozzarella ball, nutty and they are using Mizuna as green leafs. So delicious. I will be back. read more

Great bartenders who made drinks custom to preferences. Really fun to sit at the bar. They were out of most dishes when we went due to pride weekend but we ordered what they had - salad and falafels. They were made to order with farm to table ingredients and was absolutely delicious. Loved the vibes as well. Can't wait to try again when more menu items are available. read more

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Drinks - they were good drinks! But the drink menu was pretty small and I was hoping to have a few more options. The one I had was a tad small and ice heavy for the cost (most are around $17) but it was very tasty. Service - they were slammed before the Blink-182 concert and there's not much they could do about that. They didn't stop making drinks the whole time we were there. Props to them! Ambiance - normally I'd guess it's a chill little place but it was loud and rowdy and warm with the pre-concert crowd and pride letting out across the street. It was very much a lively bar atmosphere, which was fine for pre-show, post-pride drinks, but made it a bit of a wait before we could sit. It was impossible to hear between the four of us though. Probably more cool or intimate vibe on a regular night? read more

Rochambeau - Verde Máquina - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I went in on Saturday night for some drinks. Loved the ambiance of this place, it's classy and cozy. They have both food and drinks, I didn't try their food but tried a couple of drinks. Liked the mixed signals cocktail, would highly recommend that. I am not a fan of alcohol taste, so I asked the bartender if he could make something for me and he made a fruity cocktail with gin, which was so damn good! The staff here are welcoming and friendly, I had a great time here. Highly recommend this place! read more

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We had an hour before a concert at McCaw Hall and stopped in here for a drink since it's so conveniently close. The owner greeted us, and despite being busy, he found us a spot at the bar as soon as he could. I loved the tall windows and plants hanging from above the bar. Despite it being a small space, they manage to get a good amount of seating packed in and the wrap around bar is great. The rotating craft cocktail menu had lots of delicious sounding drinks. I wasn't drinking that night, so they made me a fantastic mocktail after inquiring what flavors I usually go for. The husband enjoyed one of the daily specials, and we were very intrigued by the upscale food menu. Unfortunately, we'd already eaten, but we have plans to try the food here before our next McCaw Hall concert! read more

Amazingly good food. Very limited menu but the flavors were perfection. Beautifully crafted cocktails with attention to the slightest flavors influences. Food rotation is ever changing and we sat next to a couple who come often and said they love it every time. Owners are very kind and helpful in selections. The only disappointment of the night was the quality of the steak, very tough for our medium rare preference. Maybe we should have ordered it to medium due to it being a more tough cut, possibly rendering more of the fat? Anyways, I'm still giving it a 5/5 because we had such good food and flavors and portions it didn't detract from our experience too much. Get there early, by 6:30 every spot was filled on a Saturday night. Event parking garage nearby but also street parking. read more

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I went with my husband for dinner and drinks before a comedy show at McCaw Hall. We had a reservation and I'm happy we did because it was packed and people were standing at the high tables and the bar was full. There were three employees working very hard to keep everyone's drink and plate full. The food was amazing. It's incredible the quality and quantity of food they can put out in that small kitchen. We had the burrata, cauliflower, and pork loin. Despite being so busy, we didn't wait long for cocktails or the food to be prepared. Would definitely come back here with friends! read more

I was so hopeful about this place! What a huge disappointment. The servers and chef here did not care about your personal experience. We sat down and immediately were told of our 90 min time limit, which generally isn't an issue besides how slow they were Mostly, It was disappointing when we asked the music to be turned down (due to a hearing disability) and that would not be changed in any significant way. Overall, this was not worth the price or any ambiance (which was horrible). read more

These people take themselves way too seriously for mediocre food, loud and obnoxious ambience, and the most uppity staff. Go to literally any other place. read more

Excellent place. Friendly, food is great. Specalty drinks. Best restaurant I've been to in a long time. You sit at the bar to eat. Got there right when it opened at 5pm. By 6pm it was filling up. Connor, (Owner & chef) was very nice. read more

Limited drinks Menu, Expensive but worth it! Each drink will cost around $22 with tip However, they are pretty strong and refreshing. I ordered "Señor Sabor" and it was delicious. Mad-Hattan was pretty amazing too! Will definitely go in again If i just need one drink or special occasion read more

An excellent friendly bar with a good vibe. The bartender cooks were skilled, prompt, and engaging. Food was well-crafted, and my wife and I left well-satisfied, all the way around read more

Incredibly under the radar bar and high-quality cocktails. Intimate, clean, and cutely decorated. The menu changes monthly, but you'll always receive a high-quality cocktail no matter what you order. I got the Booby Trap because of the name and the elderflower note. It did not miss! A delicious sparkling wine cocktail. My friend also let me try her gin cocktail which tasted like aperol spritz but was saffron-infused gin and something else. The owner (also a bartender) also gave us free shots of his homemade mezcal cayenne pepper mix. Def recommend - I'll be back! read more

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Cozy cocktails bar with bar seating. It's pretty expensive like $18 a cocktail but the service is really nice and attentive. They also have a mystery shot for $10, so that's pretty fun! And it actually does taste good and made daily, I think. They also gave my group a small shot of a drink they made! read more

This place charges a $5 per person, FULLY NON-REFUNDABLE reservation fee - meaning that even if your entire group shows up, you pay the fee and it is not deducted from your final bill. I understand charging a deposit that is refunded or deducted from the bill, but I have never heard of a restaurant that keeps this fee whether or not you show up. This was also not clear when I made the reservation (they claim that language was on the site, but I'm fairly certain it wasn't when I booked) and frankly, it feels ridiculous to have paid a $25 fee (5 people) on top of already overpriced food and drinks just to dine here. Go somewhere that doesn't charge you a fee for your business. read more

We were heading to a performance at McCaw Hall and looking for a spot close by to grab dinner. I spotted this place and wanted to give it a try. This place is small--bar seating with a few small tables by the windows that are standing only--and it's first come first served. However, if you have some flexibility in your schedule it is well worth waiting for a seat to open up! They have some well-balanced (and complicated to make) craft cocktails, but also have a selection of beer, wine, and more straightforward cocktails. There's usually a couple folks working, and they're doing a mixture of taking orders, bartending, and cooking. They have a pretty short menu, but it's definitely a step above in quality. They threw in some things we weren't expecting, but every dish really worked. We had crunchy roasted brussel sprouts--something we love--and added beets. It really took it to the next level. They had a delightful assortment of squash. And we finished the meal up with pork tenderloin that was cooked to PERFECTION. This honestly seems like a couple folks who love good food and good drinks got together and wanted to start their own place...so they did. If I lived closer, it would be the perfect place to meet up with a friend after work for a drink and a bite to eat. I would 100% be a regular! read more

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I want to love this place. It has such potential between theater goers and neighbors but it just falls short. Having basically a chefs counter as the only place to sit you'd think it would invite some friendly conversation and interaction but it does not. Food good but it wasn't busy at all and they forgot the feta on our salad and the pork managed to be dry yet still undercooked. Sauce was bland. Cocktails great. Just feels like a missed opportunity. Staff seems fine talking in the corner with themselves but no interest in telling a story about the food ir who they are, etc. read more

Amazing neighborhood gathering place in lower Queen Anne. The vibe is welcoming, the room has a perfect amount of glamour and people are friendly. The bartenders are fabulous and always make sure you are taken care of. Superb customer service, drinks and delicious menu. Great spot! read more

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This place is a find. If you find yourself in Seattle head to Rochambeau in Queen Anne. Great drinks. Great food. Great ambiance.

Meh. Quite tasty happy hour vittles & cocktails looked great...staff is a bit snooty and I definitely did not dig the bartender who routinely ignored me & my senior dad...even when I placed my empty water glass next to the bartender's when he refilled his own... he turned away to put the water pitcher back, and I had to verbally request a refill, twice. I've tended bar and know what it's like to be busy, so I was disappointed to feel essentially ignored. read more

Absolutely fantastic place. Mostly counter seating, fancy hand crafted cocktails, incredible small plate food offerings, and super friendly staff. Worth every penny. You couldn't ask for a better spot to grab a drink and light eating before a show at McCaw Hall or Climate Pledge Arena. And depending on how late the snow gets out, you might be able to grab a round afterwards! The menu rotates daily so it's best to come in with an open mind for what the days offerings will be. For real, if you like good food in an intimate setting, this could be your new favorite spot in lower Queen Anne. We shall return. Many times. read more

Rochambeau - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I had hoped for a great local bar with good food; something like Bar Miriam. What we got is moderately friendly staff serving food that looks good on the menu, but the chef's execution fell short.: under cooked beet salad that I could hardly eat, black cod that was under-cooked with a chewy gelatinous texture, and a dish with fingerling potatoes that were raw and inedible. Geez! Really, cook your food and taste it Chef! The concept is great, but poor cooking is the big obstacle for Rochambeau. I hope they make it. read more

Easily top 3 meals I've had in Seattle. And their cocktail program is otherworldly. Protip: order things you typically wouldn't order, and let their absolute mastery of their craft blow you away. And life's too short - never skip the desert. Amazing ambiance, friendliest (and unbelievably knowledgeable) owners and staff. 11/10. read more

Fun spot to grab a glass of wine and a snack. Super friendly staff. Easily my favorite wine bar in town!

Came here again to try some more cocktails and some of their food. I really cannot say enough great things about this place, it is really a hidden gem! The staff here have so many great recommendations and take great pride in their work. The menu rotates often (I believe weekly), so every time you come there is some new great food options and creative cocktails. If you haven't made it in here yet, this is your queue! read more

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I don't want to share this place with anyone. It's always full and so worth the wait. It's like going to your best foodie friends house and having them cook you the most decadent meal and mind blowing craft cocktail. Limited seating, but designed artfully by the owners. A bit loud, but mostly because fellow diners are lamenting on how this is the best meal ever. read more

I was looking for a local cocktail bar and discovered this place while I was visiting town. The cocktail menu is inspiring, which is the main reason I decided to visit. The bartenders are such friendly hosts, the food was delicious (best hush puppies I've ever had!), and the ambiance was elegant, yet approachable. I'll be back the next time I'm in town! read more

Amazing food and service. You can tell they really care about the product and have a great selection at their bar. Ambience is on point!

Great Everything! Has a wonderful atmosphere too! New menu items & libations everyday. Let Emelio & Taylor make your evening ! You have to try it! Go! read more