prime for people watching- overlooks the gateway outdoor courtyard and generally not too busy. ask kelley the bartender for a surprise drink! she be a magician, soo good. read more

Cute & quaint cocktail bar in the Gateway on the second level. They have a patio overlooking the fountain / green space area. I hadn't been here in a couple years but recently stopped by after a show at Wise Guys. They don't have a typical cocktail menu, rather they have you describe the type of cocktail you'd like with a couple words, and they make a custom cocktail based on your description. I personally would love a cocktail menu, but my friend enjoyed her savory gin cocktail she ordered. They also have a hot dog and veggie dog menu. There was one bartender when we were there and she was great. I just got a glass of wine and it was tasty and reasonably priced. read more

We spent several minutes in the bar before the bartender acknowledged our presence because he was talking to another employee. Don't go there I. read more

Pretty awesome little hangout spot. They jam out to records while making custom cocktails. Give them a direction you want to go and they create magic. They had a quest bartender that absolutely killed it, Mikey Edwards made some amazing drinks. read more

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Me and my friends stumbled upon Seabird when in the area and looking for a post-dinner drink spot. It was a very small bar, but I loved the fact that it was so intimate. I ended up ordering a classic Mojito, and I thought it was pretty good. I thought the ratio of sweetness with mint and alcohol was perfect. The prices for cocktails was pretty fair as well. I would recommend Seabird for anyone looking for a quiet, quaint bar with a good drink selection. read more

Seabird - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

I was in SLC for a conference when my friend and I came across Seabird while walking around an outdoor mall. It's a tiny, artful cocktail bar. After looking at the menu, we noticed the custom cocktail option. The mixologist asks about your preferred flavor profile and if you have a spirit of choice. I typically enjoy margaritas, and my friend likes vodka drinks with a bit of sweetness. I can't tell you exactly what was in our drinks, but I can say they were delicious and well-balanced. The mixologist was knowledgeable and patient as we described our likes and dislikes. If you're in the area, make sure to pop in. read more

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This is a spot I need to be a regular at. I stumbled upon this spot when I was staying at the Asher Adams hotel. It's behind it. it's got a laid-back hippie vibe, and the bourbon racks are stocked so my simple little soul is happy. Patrons here are not looking at their cell phones. They're having a conversation with you. My cocktail is perfect. Thank you for my nightcap. read more

Cute little bar on the second floor of the gateway with limited seating. Drinks only, no food. This is a One bartender establishment with a records/turntable situation for music. The service was polite, the mixology was not good. We provided a description of our palate and gave the bartender carte blanche for four drinks (two rounds). Everything tasted tart and sour - the champagne cocktail (sour), the gin cocktail (sour), the cosmopolitan (bitter and sour). I did not enjoy any of them. If you can't execute a classic, that is a major fail bc cocktails are literally the purpose of this establishment. Would not return on my own, but could be convinced to try it again if somebody insisted and a different bartender was working. read more

Order a roulette here! Such knowledgeable bartenders who truly give you an experience. They know their stuff, if it's not busy let them know your preferred spirit and let the masters do their work. You might just end up with a new favorite cocktail. read more

I like the vibe of Seabird; it's pretty small, a little cozy and I liked the drink they gave me! The only thing that I'm critical of is their claim to music-based drinks. They have a thing where you can name any album and they'll make the drink based off the vibe of that album! I won't go into the quality of that because music is objective (plus I liked the drink I got anyway). However, when they said they could make any drink, I gave them a pretty popular 2000's album and they said "what is that?". I explained the artist and they still said they never listened to it. They were nice to be clear, idk if they should change the album-drink rule to a genre? Or hire me, that works too. read more

Let the bartender pick for you. They really know what they're talking about here. The drinks are great, the space is a little small so consider your evening wisely. read more

Amazing service. Immaculate vibes. And the best drinks plus you have amazing view of the water pad and sunset outside! read more

Seabird - Cosmopolitan - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

This is such an intimate and cool bar. The decor is engaging but subtle, especially the vinyl speaker bar they have going on. They played excellent records the whole time. It is a small bar, so it feels intimate. The staff were super attentive and kind. The bartender Kacie took my "flavor profile" and made me an off-menu drink based on that, which was delicious. I was so impressed by her ability to do that, and grateful as nothing else on the menu really struck me at the time. My first drink was the Verde and it was delicious- herby, classy, and great for sipping. My partner loved the Made In Mexico, which he described as a "subtle margarita." I loved this bar and will go back. It has great views of the Gateway! read more

Seabird - Verde - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Having visited the original location in Draper and digging the concept there, I was excited to see the new spot open in The Gateway and found myself nearby for an unexpected visit shortly after opening. If you've read my other review, you'll know that I'm a teetotaler so really, you should take this with a grain of salt, and not a grain alcohol as I don't drink the latter. But I do love to support local businesses and there are many non-drinkers in this world and in this state, and I hope there's more support for all businesses; let a dry reviewer's experience guide your visit. I'm all about going in and talking to the bartenders, and I had a couple of fun ones who engaged me in conversation. It's always interesting when I say I want a drink without any spirits. I wish I would have thrown down the challenge a little bit, but instead we just ordered a couple of ginger beers and went out to the patio. I love a good patio, and on this night, a rainstorm had just finished coming through and it was gorgeous. Big menacing clouds leaving over the horizon, early summer sun returning, and there was an event down at the Gateway plaza and live music and lots of people. I felt like some kind of medieval Duke looking out over the kingdom. The place is tiny, the patio is small, and in winter there will only be a few seats inside. But I love that coziness. I love the atmosphere, the branding, the decor, and the vibe. I like to have a conversation, though, so if you're looking for a divey loud mess, look elsewhere. This is classy but way below pretentious. It's where you go before or after a date when you care to get to know the person. There's always parking down below in the garage, and it's a convenient hop away from a growing number of restaurants or other drink options. It fits a nice niche of craft cocktails in downtown. read more

I'm so happy that this cute little bar is here. I love tiny bars, the nice tiny patio with a nice view overlooking gateway. They focus more on the good quality mixes. I love that the bar plays vinyl records, I am a huge fan of vinyl. I enjoy hanging out here, its a smaller more intimate spot. One of my favorite places to stop by for a nice drink. read more

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We could not have been more impressed by our experience here. Samy was such a great bartender and took the time to explain what was going in each drink and was very knowledgeable in the craft. We would tell him what we liked and he would go from there with what drink we should have. It was also surprisingly reasonable for prices. read more

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Went there last Saturday, my husband got the painkillers which is really amazing! I got the Verde which was really good too! I saw a lot of cocktails I want to try so I will be back! read more

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Visited Seabird with some friends on a Thursday evening. Such a cool little (aka cozy) contemporary bar with FANTASTIC drinks and service. We ordered a charcuterie plate as well, so delicious and fun! Can't wait to go back! read more

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Outstanding cocktails and great staff who take the time to understand and explain to the extent of your interest in engaging. read more

Seabird - The Painkiller - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Creative little cocktail bar in the Gateway. The bartenders are knowledgeable and have good suggestions for modifications to menu drinks and can also create something based on your preferences. The space is modern and they are always spinning great records, read more

This place is a gem. The music is vinyl so you get a chill vibe. The drinks are craft, or you can stick to your tried and true classics. Not too steep prices either. The bartenders and barbacks are great also. I recommend the whiskey sour. Ask for KC. read more

What a shame that this cute cocktail bar has such a rude bartender. Seemed like we were a massive inconvenience to her the second we walked in. A very chill vibe with the vinyl records playing but cannot get over the service we experienced. Highly recommend trying other spots. read more

Absolute buzzkill. On a recent trip home, my partner and I met up with my parents and a couple friends at this bar before seeing a show at the depot. My partner had been wanting to try out this cute new SLC spot. The bartender was very unwelcoming and passive aggressive. Everything we said or did was an inconvenience. Literally ordering a drink seemed to piss them off. With only 4 other people in the bar, it took way too long to get my dads cocktail. We all felt that the bartender actively disliked us and was deliberately making my dad wait. We left feeling terrible to have brought our family and friends to this place. read more

Nice little cocktail spot. Pretty basic cocktail menu, but they are made well. Bartenders play vinyl records, which was great. read more

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Absolutely fantastic cocktails. Matt took a lot of care making the drinks and they came out perfectly. Highly recommend this place if you enjoy a high quality craft cocktail. read more

Seabird - New York sour - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

I enjoyed my drinks but it was super pricey, but you do get what you pay for. Quality mixers and ingredients. We went while they were still in construction, I do love the balcony overlooking the Gateway! read more

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Cocktails are crafted nicely, beer selection was great, but gosh are the bartenders weird. The incessant ID checks are done in a manner that is frankly rude. I understand there are Mormons trying to shut down bars and stuff by fining people for not checking ID's, but that shouldn't get in the way you handle your customers. There was a major conference in the area and the bartenders treated us like a nuisance. Sorry for bringing tons of business to your bar... I guess you don't like tips or something? Each drink was separately closed out even though we all were staying for multiple drinks. When I asked why it was closed out the bartender said, "maybe it's for the best" what he hell does that mean? I was not obnoxious and ordered a single beer? They also threw my friend out who looks about 45 since his ID expires a week ago... let's use some common sense here. Refusing service is one thing but kick him out? The night I was there it was a bit chilly so we were seeking a warmer place. The bartender placed the chair near the open patio as huge gusts of cold wind blew into the bar and made everyone cold and their little hipster lights swing back and forth violently. This place is cool and I like the chill vinyl vibes but if you are bring more than 2 friends with you, you will treated as a threat. read more

Cute and intimate place in middle of the Gateway! They have an outdoor deck area! The drinks are delicious! Really nice bartenders! read more

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Excellent service, excellent craft cocktails accompanied by a great vibe. (Ask about the monkey joke) read more

Seabird - Try the Pain Killer EXCELLENT! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Small bar next to La Barba at the Gateway. I would like to see more cocktails on the menu. It's not really a place for hanging out as the space is just too limited. Nice modern interior and cool window view of the fountain. Not a lot of offering for small bites, just three options of cheese/meat plates. Friendly bartender, only one on site so we had to wait longer for drinks as there were already 4-5 people ahead of us. Was nice to visit but not a place I'd try again. read more

Great vibes. Cool vinyl music. Well crafted cocktails created with passion and authenticity. This place is an oasis.

So the marketing and social media for this place is in point. But it was VERY misleading. It's a tiny place, and they have a tiny selection of alcohol- nothing on tap or any beer selections, and very overpriced. It seems like a place that someone put together really quick without doing research. We came in on a Friday night, and the bartenders were super weird. We asked for suggestions (that's the bartenders job- to suggest what we should have, especially if it was our first visit.), and the guy serving us like had no idea what to suggest... it was so weird. Then we asked him to make us a shot that was whiskey based, and instead of going for it, he proceeded to replace the trash bag on the garbage can without gloves, before he made our drink. (First of all unsanitary, and second of all- you are making us wait). I don't think an of these guys running the place have ever been to an actual bar. It's kind of a joke. read more

What a great bar which utilizes their space to their advantage. Bar staff is able to make some great cocktails and the prices are excellent for what they offer. read more

Kind of a surprise, stumbled upon this place and stopped in to check it out. Small, simple, good music playing. Menu is very interesting. Had an Old Fashioned and a Maid in Mexico, both very good. Lots of home made ingredients in the craft cocktails. Nice view of The Gateway. read more

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Amazing cocktails in an intimate setting. Imagine your favorite coffee shop serving craft drinks with natural, hand selected ingredients. The service is prompt with friendly staff, and the vinyls playing in the background is a great touch. It's a top choice for a conversation over drinks. read more

Broc was by far the coolest bartender I've ever met. So good at making quality drinks, amazing music, and the best vibe. Can't exaggerate how cool Broc is! read more

Enjoyable little bar in the gateway, have always had good cocktails and nice bartenders. Have been there multiple times.