We were staying at the graduate hotel for the weekend and decided to make a reservation for drinks on Friday evening. This inside was decorated cute and we sat at a high top and had a pretty view of the city. We got lots of different types of drinks and some pretzel bites which were great. The drinks did take a bit to come out but they were mindful of when we had to leave for a wedding we were going to. read more

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We had such an incredible evening at the Mountaineering Club at the Graduate Seattle. The rooftop views are absolutely stunning, we enjoyed a delicious bottle of wine and a couple of great beers, and the whole atmosphere was just perfect. What made the night truly special, though, was our server, Cosmo. It's one thing to have great service, but Cosmo went far beyond that. He took the time to talk with us, helped us choose drinks we ended up loving, and somehow managed to be attentive without ever feeling overbearing. He was funny, personable, and one of those people who instantly makes you feel comfortable. By the end of the night, it felt like we'd made a new friend. I've always believed that people make experiences memorable, and Cosmo is exactly the kind of person every restaurant hopes guests remember. We came for the rooftop views, but we'll be talking about Cosmo long after we've forgotten what we ordered. Thank you for making an already amazing night even more unforgettable. We can't wait to come back! read more

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After hearing a lot about The Mountaineering Club, my friends and I decided to give it a shot. We went 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. read more

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PRO TIP: Go on the weekdays before sunset and some of these less than stellar reviews would be a moot point. We went on a Wednesday on one of the last clear days of the summer and it was perfect. The space inside feels very NYC. Finding places in Seattle that remind me of home is definitely a selling point. Only downfall for my experience is that the menu is limited. read more

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Wow, what an upgrade from what used to be the Meany Towers. Mountaineering Club is a rooftop restaurant/bar on top of what is now the graduate hotel and the view is truly stunning. One thing that hasn't changed though are the hotel elevators which are small and slow. You cannot go straight up - you need to check in first in the lobby and then wait to go up accompanied. The bar also has some interesting bottles and beers at decent prices. I usually get some genever cocktails as they have a bottle here and the Martinez I had was delicious. The food menu is limited with some apps and sandwiches. The Campsite Spread - prosciutto, pimento cheese, pickles, and toast was a perfect nosh before dinner. Service can be a little inconsistent as it seems like the staff rotates a bit. Definitely a nice stop while on the Ave or before catching a show at the Neptune. read more

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Where else would i get a thai tea slushie?! Omg so good and refreshing. One drink wasn't much alcohol, but the potato chip nachos were definitely worth it. Lots of seating inside, and you just go to the hotel lobby to get directed to the rooftop. Aim for sunset hours for the best ambiance! The pretzel cheese was also good, but standard. Service was great, frequently checked in on us and a medium noise level for conversation read more

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Oof! This used to be one of my favorite spots, but it has gotten to the point that I don't see myself returning. I made a reservation since I was going on a sunny Saturday. Here is a general breakdown of the timeline of events. 5:39- I arrive for my 5:45 reservation a little early. They let me go up to the roof and hang out on the patio until my table is ready. I chat with the host, let her know where I will be, and she ensures me she will grab me the moment my table is ready. 5:55- I get seated at a table. The hostess never came to get my friend and I, we had to go back to the stand and ask. She took us to a dirty table and said she would come back to wipe it off. We were understanding and polite. 6:15- Our server says hi and that she will be with us in a second. Doesn't acknowledge that we have been waiting 20 minutes. 6:35- After watching our server take the orders at 4 tables that got there after us, then disappear, we left. During the 40 minute period we were waiting to order, we did try to order at the bar, but people were shoulder to shoulder and the one bartender was avoiding eye contact and not openly accepting orders, so we gave up on that. I still can't believe I was there an hour and had one contact with a server and never got to order anything. They add a 20% automatic tip, so the servers really have no incentive to be helpful. I am pretty shocked at our experience, but I have also been watching the service here steadily decline over the past few years. I hope changes are made, as I would love for this place to thrive again. read more

Incredible views, excellent cocktail and NA beverage selection. Well done small plates and bites. Some of the best New England clam chowder I've had outside of the northeast. 10/10 will be back! read more

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Torn writing this. I came in for pre concert snack and was thoroughly disappointed, the only consolation was the weather was nice to wander from the bar outside to finish my Diet Coke. I'm not sure how old the Graduate Hilton is, that elevator is rickety. The poor lighting and the super dim lighting doesn't help, it's giving horror film. Let alone when one has to go up to Mountaineering Club, the host checks ones ID and sends you up is a like a bouncer at a club giving the thumbs up for one to go up to a restaurant. Mind you, when I conversed with the gate keeper of the elevator/hotel, he was pretty unprofessional having a side conversation while assisting me, that side conversation was loud and it was a personal conversation that should've waited. Once exiting the elevator, ones smacked in the middle of a very furniture room, quite a bit of confusion as I wanted to sit outside and catch the last breezes of Seattle summer before heading in for a concert across the street. I got seated at the bar, with the best* view apparently. Considering I have less than 50 minutes to exit, I ordered just a seafood/clam chowder and a Diet Coke. Chowder was rustic and the cubed potatoes is raw, there is seafood in it and it was very rubbery. Diet Coke was meh. Ambiance, odd mix that night. Grown adults in hoodies and short shorts, men in flannel and jeans. Older crowd dressed for date night. I could tell there were maybe a few out of towners and the rest were most likely from the surrounding area. 20% Tip was automatically added to bill, as stated on the bottom of menu. This is the part where I can feel why service and vibe was so lacklustre and meh. They don't care about the customers experience. Will pass. read more

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I recently visited the Mountaineering Club, which is more of a bar than a restaurant, so the food menu is fairly limited. The real draw here is the atmosphere, especially the incredible outdoor patio with panoramic views of the city. One nice perk is that guests are welcome to step out onto the private patio to take photos, making it a great spot to take in the scenery. Service was decent, though a bit slow. It took a while for me to be served, but it seemed my waiter was the only one working, which likely contributed to the delay. They do bring a bottle of water to the table along with a glass, which was a nice touch. Once I was charged, he cleared the table and even took the water I was still drinking, which felt abrupt and a bit off-putting. I felt like I needed to leave at that point. I was dining solo, and I noticed that gratuity was already included on my bill. I'll leave it to other diners to decide how they feel about that. I ordered the Left Coast Crab Roll ($29), which came with kettle chips and pickle spears. While the crab was fresh, the portion was surprisingly small for the price. Piled on top of the brioche roll, the crab was not mixed together like a traditional lobster roll, which made it a bit messy and awkward to eat. The brioche itself was slightly too sweet for my taste, and the crab was underseasoned, so the overall flavor fell a bit flat. The kettle chips and pickle spears were standard but fine as a side. I didn't order any alcoholic drinks, so I can't comment on the cocktail menu, though I'd be interested in trying one on a future visit. Overall, I'd rate the food 2 out of 5, but the spectacular views easily bumped the experience up to a solid 3 out of 5. If you're looking for a place to enjoy one of the best views of Seattle, have a drink, and take great photos, the Mountaineering Club is worth a visit. Just keep in mind that the food takes a back seat to the bar experience. read more

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I came for the first time on Halloween and had a great experience! The view outside is beautiful and they have plenty of seating all around. The service was amazing, everyone was very kind and attentive. I got two Halloween cocktails, the Chupacabra was like a horchata and it was very sweet. The baba yaga is a strawberry & rhubarb with beet honey and is very light, this was my favorite drink. I also got nachos which were delicious & loaded! The decor is amazing ambiance is nice and music was great too. There is a 20% automatic gratuity. read more

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Great view, atmosphere and service . Overpriced drinks for the size of the drinks which have average tastes. I think they're positioning this as an exclusive bar by suggesting reservations and calling upstairs before sending you up. It's a good one-time visit. I had the Washington Appleseed and a Chardonnay. The Washington Appleseed was very light but it did taste like apple a bit. The Chardonnay was less than half a glass. Totally not worth it. read more

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Fun place to hang out. Great roof top restaurant with view of Seattle. Host seated us outside but our seats didn't have an outdoor heater. While waiting she found us another area and moved us to a place with heater and blanket. We ordered our drinks and appetizers. Service was good and fast and friendly. Had a fun evening with friends and also ended the night with s'mores. Totally campfire vibe. read more

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How do you not cater to Hilton's Hotel guest. Location beautiful Drinks awesome How they seat and expect guest to make reservations real strange especially since it's not mention to do so when checking in????? read more

I stayed at the Graduate for work and was so thankful there was a bar/food available! I had long days and this was a godsend. The view is amazing!! Sunset is a great time to stop by. Although the menu is small, there's great options. Everything I ate, I enjoyed. Absolutely make a stop here! read more

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Upscale lounge with amazing views! Inside the graduate hotel-as you enter there will be a Mountaineering Club check in desk by the elevators and they will give you access to the 16th floor. The lobby of the Graduate is full of collections and is a great place to hang out on its own. You are greeted by a host as you exit the elevator and welcomed into a warm, cozy space that almost encompasses the entire 16th floor. There is also outdoor seating with heat lamps and blankets. Mixture of bar seating, high tops and lower couches and tables. When making a reservation it asks if you want high tops or dining room and I am still not sure what dining room means. They have a small menu and had a separate holiday menu as well. We had pretzels bites, crab Rangoon dip, the crab roll and sugar cookie for dessert. All was hot, well cooked, flavorful and just the right size EXCEPT the sugar cookie. It was small, over cooked and felt like it could have been picked up at a local grocery store. The views on a clear day are wonderful and a great place to grab a bite and drink before a show at The Neptune. read more

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I absolutely loved this little bar atop the Graduate Hotel in Seattle. It was one of the highlights of my trip! Specifically let me make two shout outs. One, the Clear Conditions drink. This had horseradish gin, pickle juice, some herbs and spices, and aquavit. If you like savory drinks you'll love this. It also comes with a cheese cube garnish. I kept coming back for one of these :) Second, the wonderful service. Every server and bartender I had here was lovely, kind, prompt and fun. Service is already included in the bill and they earn every penny and a maybe even a little more. Also, got to mention the beautiful view of Seattle and the Space needle which will thrill you if you're a tourist. I would stay in this hotel again just for this bar. It's a little bit of a pain to have to check in with your ID downstairs but with the number of university students I saw trying to sneak in, I get it. A very fun experience and get the Clear Conditions. I'm gonna seek out some horseradish gin when I get home so I can try to replicate it. read more

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Bad experience with the manager, Stormy. The entire concept needs to be reevaluated, including the staff.

We came here for a cocktail before dinner and ended up staying longer than expected due to the romantic/moody atmosphere and crafty cocktails. Our waiter was incredibly kind and gave us recommendations for the area since we are out of towners. There was a special holiday cocktail menu that left us wanting to explore more of what they had. We had 2 each and they were fabulous. We got the Krab Rangoon dip to munch on and we were not disappointed. It's a cold dip with large lumps of crab and addicting nori chips. We had a great time and already planning another date night here to explore the dessert menu. read more

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Beautiful view and good drinks. Definitely go for the vibes. -1 star for the host forgetting us and making us miss the sunset. Still a great time read more

Good service and food, and great views! You can walk around the whole top and get 360 views of Seattle. read more

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Our party of three enjoyed a pleasant, accommodating visit to the Mountaineering Club last night. The views were amazing, the food was solid and the drinks both fun and delicious. I will definitely return next time I am in town! read more

Def has a really great view, maybe one of the better views for cocktail bars in Seattle. The rooftop area is very nice but getting there is a bit weird, the lobby was a bit dated and cluttered and the check in process was weird and we had to wait in turns for the elevator bc there were so many reservations at the same time. The food was alright, nothing amazing but for a rooftop bar don't think it's too crazily priced. You're def coming here for the views and vibes and not food but I don't mind. Would recommend if you want a more casual rooftop bar read more

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First date night spot we tried after moving here. Located in the Graduate Hotel. Great vibe, entering and then going up the elevator. At the top you're greeted by a hostess to take you to your spot. We got some drinks an ordered the Smore! Very unique experience as they bring you a flame to cook your marshmallow on. Great views of the city. Awesome spot read more

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Went to this place for a fundraising event and it was our first visit. What you should know is this is a rooftop bar atop a Marriott hotel. It is absolutely beautiful up there with views of the city as well as the mountains. We enjoyed great service as well as a well organized event. We'll be back for sure. I'm sure it's even better in the summer. read more

This is a funky space in a cool old hotel and the vibes were great. There were ski boots and poles hanging up with cases of funky old mountain paraphernalia. I'd never been up high in this part of town and it was cool to see Capitol Hill and South Lake Union from this vantage point. I got a wonderful drink recommendation from our super friendly server and I loved it. It was whiskey based and very balanced. My sis ordered a crab dip of some kind and although I'd eaten already, I couldn't resist "helping" her with it. She wanted to take home the tiny bit of dip left over and multiple servers helped us find the right sized container. So kind. What a great way to start a Seattle summer weekend! read more

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Top notch views of Seattle and the entire area, including the mountains! If anything, go for the view! The menu was limited in terms of food, but what we did have was very good! They have lots of specialty cocktails, beer and wine. From the hosts in the lobby to our host upstairs, the bartender and our server, everyone was polite and even helpful with suggestions since it was obvious we were visiting from out of town. Would absolutely go back here! read more

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We were invited to join friends here and give this place a shot but on the promise of amazing views and ambiance. Lol, not much of a view tbh, unless you like staring at the freeway and the nearby Udub buildings... In their defense, there is a sliver of the city, which looks cool, but mostly freeway and Udub buildings. The view is overhyped, for sure. The ambiance was really what I liked about this place, I enjoyed the skiing and other mountain/hiking/camping decor they had throughout. Love the forest green, mirrors, and wilderness vibe they were going for. The food was alright, just what you'd expect from a cute lounge just about anywhere in the city. The decor sets this place apart, and they have a chill vibe, which is also nice. The service was also pretty quick, reasonably friendly, and efficient, so there was nothing to complain about there. read more

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Views are great. It's a great experience to come up here for a drink. Except that my cocktail tasted a bit weak. I ordered a gin-based cocktail with berries and something pine-flavored. Gin has a pretty strong flavor. I ordered the gin-based cocktail because I want to taste the aromatics of the gin, but I couldn't taste it at all. I also couldn't taste much of the pine - mostly just berries, like drinking a fruit juice. I also ordered the Cesar salad. I appreciated how the salad had a lot of fixins in it, including some thinly sliced watermelon radishes, avocado, and red onions. However, the salad needed a bit more acidity. Be warned that it is not seat-yourself for the outside seats. You do need to see a hostess to be seated in one of the outside booths. If you want to be guaranteed a nice booth outside, best to make a reservation! read more

This restaurant is located on the roof top or near the roof top of a hotel in Seattle. It's very classy as soon as you walk in without feeling like you have to dress up. Reservations are recommended as it gets busy specially in the summers but I went at the end of January on a Wednesday and they walked us in. Everyone was very kind and the server was very nice and knowledgeable on the items in the menu. The first time I came I wanted to try the nachos and it was the best nachos I have ever had as silly as that sounds. I love me a good nachos. The nachos are unique, they use a specific potato chips as the base, with beans, cheese, pico de gallo, cilantro, corn glazed with chili mayo? It's DIVINE. I will come back here in the summer as sitting outside in the hot months is way better than sitting outside in January (we sat inside this time) Another thing about going here is also the views of Seattle. It's gorgeous specially during the sunsets. If you go in the summer, also get the s'mores. One of my happiest memories I have in Seattle thanks to The Mountaineering Club! It was cold this time but the hostess was kind enough to let us go outside and take pictures. read more

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It locates on the top 16th floor in the Graduate by Hilton. Needed to take ID check in on the ground floor prior to entering the elevator; otherwise could not press the button 16. There are three sections and four corners of outdoor seating to have city view. There were long tables for small group meetings. Took the bar top and received ice water quickly. The Clam Chowder had full cup of ingredients and came with a slice of bread. read more

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Our party of 3 had the pleasure of visiting the Mountaineering Club tonight to celebrate my 1 week of 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. read more

How disappointing! We made a reservation for 8:15pm (arrived at 8:10) since we knew it would be busy on a Saturday night. First time there and we were excited. We got sat at 8:55pm. Having to wait nearly 40 mins when we had a reservation ruined the experience. read more

DO NOT GO HERE!! Great Location; however, save yourself the time and do not visit this establishment. Very strange policies and very rude management! My first experience was with 8 dads at fathers weekend. We were trying to meet four friends who were already in the bar, but we were told that the bar was full and they were not allowing any more people. When we informed our friends who were already in the bar, they said there was no one in here except us. They then asked someone at the bar if we could be let in, and they did. Upon getting out of the elevator at the bar, we again found no one in the bar; there was an area set up for a private party(which was empty). We went to the bar to order drinks, but we were told we had to order them from our table. Upon very politely asking a manager why we were not allowed to order from the bar, we were very rudely told that if we did not like it, we should leave. The second incident was when my daughter came here with 14 of her friends for a 21st birthday party. They were told at the door that, since there were more than eight of them, it would be a $250 charge to get into the bar. They asked if they could split up to save money, and they were told they could, but that they could not talk between the tables. With that said, since they were all dressed up, they decided to pay the $250 and go up to the bar. Upon getting to the bar, again, there were very few people there, and they ordered their drinks. After ordering their drinks, they were then told that the bar would close early tonight in 30 minutes, which shocked them. The server was extremely apologetic and said they should have told you that before you paid. Being in the services business and knowing that feedback is important, I sent a very polite email to the manager, Sandy, explaining the situation and suggesting that they either should have waived the $250 or reimbursed them for it. As of today, I have yet to hear from Sandy or anyone else in the organization. Note: I finally heard back from Sandy, who offered a sincere apology and said she would host the group of girls again at no charge, with a discount on their first drink. Although this is very generous, the issue is that this was a special event for seniors, and the girls are highly unlikely to come back as a group this size. The truth is that the right thing to do is to reimburse them the $250 that should never have been charged. read more

Staying in hotel. Hard to gain entrance. Bought drinks downstairs from greeter while waiting. Get to club upstairs and told we can't bring drink they just sold us. Pretentious. If you want to meet friends, huge pain in the ass. Unpleasant experience. read more

So, we came by with a reservation on Resy. Something to keep in mind that the Resy information concerning updating them if you are running late, as they do hold the reservation for 15 mins and the construction on university ave is a factor. Message them on Resy don't try to call the resy confirmation number as that only will keep ringing. Views are lovely and you will be entering the graduate hotel, run by Hilton group, they have a separate check in desk by the elevators, make sure you check in as they will notify the team up top of your arrival. Elevators are keyed access and why you need to check in at the graduate lobby check in desk there. Rooftop bar had a lovely view of partial lake Washington, 1-5, and space needle. We had; *Washington Appleseed * Dark Cabaret * MC Sampler Platter Drinks seemed weak and I think it might be due to the location and them being aware of college students. Food was disappointing both for what was offered and the quality and taste of the sampler we got. Come by if you are in the area and want some views with your drinks as we do not have a plethora of options for rooftop bars :). read more

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Excellent views of Seattle. Amazing atmosphere. Great drinks & bar staff. We need to do dinner next time.

Expected a high end experience and certainly did not get it! The place tries to act high end with reservations being required, having to check in at the main lobby area, staff has to call upstairs to see if you are allowed up, staff has to use their key card to allow the elevator to go up to the top floor, etc. That is where everything stopped being exclusive. At the bar there is a person I would presume is in charge of scheduling sitting there with her computer out. She's calling out to staff asking their availability and they're coming over and looking at the computer and discussing work issues and time lines. Literally felt like I was at work at a staff meeting! So tacky and unprofessional. Definitely took away from any type of upscale atmosphere they were trying to create. This was on a Thursday evening.....bar is full.....and there she is taking up a seat and disrupting the paying customers!!!! Good service filters down from the top, and if this is the example a manager type provides to her employees, now I know why there are so many negative reviews about the service. We were there in mid July, Perfect time to enjoy the outdoor area. Unfortunately, that area was very unkept.....one unplugged small heater, a fire pit type area not being utilize. Things not wiped down or swept....you get the picture. The fire pit thing is shoved way back in a corner. Most people don't even know it's there! If you sit at the bar, there is a large opening where you can see sinks, and the back area of the bar. No door, no curtain.....again not high end in any way, shape, or form. Tacky visual and noisy. Need someone who can utilize this unique space to it's full potential! read more

Don't confuse this spot with The Mountaineers outdoor club based in Magnuson Park -- The Mountaineering Club is a rooftop bar tucked atop The Graduate Hotel in the U District, and it's a hidden gem for North Seattle. If you live, work, or hang out near the U-District, this is a rare find: a rooftop lounge with stunning views of the city on a clear day, perfect for happy hour or a casual meetup with friends. We ordered the Wagyu and Dungeness crab hot dog, the chicken sandwich, and the clam chowder. The hot dog had a satisfying snap, and the house-made pickles and coleslaw were a standout. The chowder? Surprisingly excellent -- easily rivaling some of the big-name chowder spots in Seattle. Drinks were solid overall, though the non-alcoholic shrub leaned a little too hard into vinegar territory for my taste. The whole place leans into a chic campground aesthetic -- think classy cabin in the woods, with vintage outdoor gear and memorabilia giving it a cozy, playful vibe. It's part of The Graduate Hotel (formerly the Deca Hotel), a Hilton property designed to appeal to the college crowd and visiting families. The renovation is impressive -- you walk into a beautiful, modern lobby and take a dedicated elevator straight up to the rooftop. Service was friendly and efficient, even with us in a rush to make a sports event at the UW arena. Highly recommend for a chill, slightly off-the-radar experience with great views and better-than-expected food. read more

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The food was great but unfortunately the service was not which made it really hard to enjoy the experience. We had made a reservation and were sat at a sofa, table, and two chairs which made it awkward since the table and sofa were so low. We asked if it were possible to sit at a different tale but not much effort was made, so we had to scout our own new table. We all ordered diet cokes which were comically flat, not a drop of carbonation. We brought this up several times to multiple people but absolutely nothing was done about it, we were not even asked if we wanted something else, and had to ask once the bill came to remove them, and only two were removed. It took so long for the server to come take our cards that my friend had to take them up to the bar. In addition we were notified at 8 when our food arrived that the kitchen was closing, which seemed rather early and we did not get an opportunity to order dessert. This place has the potential to be great if appropriately staffed. read more