Bars to Make Your Girlfriend Fall in Love with Seattle
Where do you go to show off your city?
Posted by: Jessica Voelker on Feb 08, 2011 at 01:07PM
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I recently got an email message from a Seattle reader whose girlfriend was coming into town for a visit. From me he wanted bar suggestions. Specifically, he wanted me to suggest bars that would convince his girlfriend that this city was the best city in the world and thus she should move here. Or so I extrapolated.
My suggestions: The Walrus and the Carpenter, first off. The Walrus is like someone’s dream of Seattle—much more sparkly and bright than the real thing, but also recalling all the many things that you love about it.
I also suggested Quoin, the bar at Revel in Fremont, since there’s something about Revel—I need to think more about what it is, specifically—that makes it feel both representative of what’s great about Seattle restaurants but also totally unique in the universe.
And then we get to the fun places, the bars where people—even icy Seattle people—actually talk to each other and make friends. Bathtub Gin is one such bar (I wish the drinks were more consistent but it’s hard to complain when you’re having so much fun). Vermillion is another one. If you haven’t experienced Vermillion’s insane version of karaoke night, you should do so at your earliest availability.
But if you really want to make a drinker fall in love with Seattle, you take her to Pike Place Market, right? You take her to a burlesque show at CanCan, for David Nelson–crafted cocktails at Il Bistro. And, of course, you take your girlfriend to Zig Zag.
So those were my ideas. What did I miss?
Tags: Cocktails, Pike Place Market, Seattle Bars, Speakeasy-Style Bars
SAMBAR! At Le Gourmand. This place is so special and all the details like the embossed hand written bills are to die for.
Ah, great one.
The bar at The Metropolitan Grill! Classic cocktails, friendly bartenders, and every kind of booze and wine known to humankind.
Jessica — great list. This more than makes up for the Super Bowl fail. Thank you so much.
Good list, and I like the addition of Sambar. I might also suggest Moshi Moshi, which adds dashes of sparkle and shine to a full glass of Seattle juice.
Thanks Dragos! I love Moshi Moshi.
Benjamin:
So glad you’re pleased. I love questions like this one.
I may be a bit biased here, but I’ve always joked that Liberty is THE most Seattle bar in Seattle….espresso, cocktails, sushi, couches and all the local artists who drift in and out….how much more Seattle can ya get? Great list nonetheless
You MAY be biased, Keith?
Intimate Needle & Thread @ Tavern Law! Analog Tuesday at Rob Roy!
Gear list jessica!
The bar at Serafina and Cicchetti! They are my absolute favorite, everytime I go is like a new cocktail adventure! All the bartenders are friendly, knowledgeble and beyond skilled in their profession. Whether I am solo or with an out of town guest, they are definitely my “Go-To” Seattle bars.
Great list! I also love the addition of Sambar, especially during the summer. The courtyard is too sweet! I mostly go there for the atmosphere though. I also agree with Lila about Cicchetti, their drinks are amazing, they have a great bar staff and it’s just a beautiful space. Another one of my favorites is the Hideout in First Hill. Cozy atmosphere, beautiful art and great drinks. Greg and Jeff also recently opened up Vito’s just down the street form the Hideout and it oozes sexy vibes. Thanks for the list Jessica!