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The Bookstore Bar & Café

American Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, and Lounge$$$$
Seattle Central Business District, Seattle
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  • Shauna C.
    Shauna CauseyDecember 2, 2012
    One of my favorite spots in the city to catch up with a friend. High booths, comfortable seating and it's not too loud. The breakfast and brunch are amazing--something for everyone.
  • Monika S.
    Monika SalitaAugust 1, 2011
    The pulled pork sliders are divine! Best ones I've had in a long time. The cider was good, as were the bleu cheese fries, especially for someone who isn't a big fan of bleu cheese.
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Anji P.heart icon on user image
    Anji PAugust 21, 2018
    Just ate a delightful breakfast here - their granola is phenomenal, tastes like a German pfefferneuse cookie, and the raspberry jam for my English muffin was bright and tasty. Svc was excellent.
  • Melissa Y.
    Melissa YeeJanuary 3, 2015
    Negroni is a kick in the mouth in the best possible way. Late night happy hour - get the lamb meatballs
  • Nima T.
    Nima TalebiFebruary 22, 2015
    They'd never heard of the Aussie flat white, but made an effort to make one anyway. "Green"s turned out to be just rockets. Bacon here is quite different to AU bacon. Poached eggs were swimming.
  • Jack R.heart icon on user image
    Jack ReevesSeptember 17, 2014
    Oysters on the half shell is the best thing on the menu. Throw in a few whiskey gingers and you've got a perfect meal!
  • Brittney
    BrittneyMarch 8, 2011
    Love this place, especially if you just want to hang out either alone to read their stacks of old books in their library, or a magazine with dinner or a drink, or with a friend.
  • Melissa H.
    Melissa HowesJuly 12, 2014
    I'm wondering....do they feel they should not offer to get you a new drink or wait on you so you can relax, orrrr???
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    MaganApril 18, 2017
    Not the best place if you're a wine drinker like me. But, if you're into scotch, they have an amazing selection!
  • DenMom & MoMo W.
    DenMom & MoMo WAugust 3, 2014
    For me, the renovation is nice, but preferred old version. Service is the same. Very compatible to other high end hotel bars.
  • Larissa V.heart icon on user image
    Larissa VidalDecember 27, 2016
    Cozy atmosphere, perfect for a rainy afternoon chat with a friend.
  • Kuber S.
    Kuber SharmaAugust 21, 2013
    Quite, hidden place with super helpful staff who'll serve braekfast during lunch and vice versa
  • Elisa C.
    Elisa CanteroJune 20, 2013
    Quite possibly the best hotel-associated bar I've ever been to. Wonderful service, food and spirits.
  • Jack R.heart icon on user image
    Jack ReevesMay 25, 2014
    The oysters are outstanding. If nothing else, stop in and try a dozen.
  • Marcos S.
    Marcos SherwoodAugust 27, 2012
    Blue fries and bloody Mary's are amaze-balls!!! Have Steven make it!!!! Emily is super fly!!!
  • Jenny C.
    Jenny CampbellNovember 13, 2011
    The corn beef hash is crazy, crazy good. Every restaurant makes theirs a bit different. This one is stunning.
  • JP S.
    JP StallardAugust 8, 2012
    Good cocktails well made. And if not sure, sweet vermouth on ice will make anyone happy
  • John N.
    John NienartMay 23, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Great collection of single malts and other whiskeys. Food ranges from good to fantastic. Staff are awesome! Read more
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    adriana castroSeptember 5, 2017
    Must have breakfast here is delicious and amazing coffee
  • Frank F.
    Frank FrisbieJanuary 15, 2013
    The burger is one of the best I've ever had. And in a bit of a burger expert.
  • Theresa G.heart icon on user image
    Theresa GeigerSeptember 9, 2013
    Clam chowder is fantastic. I contemplated ordering a second bowl.
  • Jennifer B.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer BurlingtonNovember 2, 2016
    Cozy spot to eat and read.
  • Paul U.
    Paul UngerDecember 14, 2011
    Great vegetarian options! Delicious food :-). Cozy .. Great little hidden gem!!
  • Marilyn W.heart icon on user image
    Marilyn WelniakMarch 14, 2013
    The drinks are kind of overpriced and the venue is small, but I really like the decor and atmosphere.
  • Will S.heart icon on user image
    Will SwaggerApril 13, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Always the right proportions! Yum.
  • Trey L.
    Trey LawrenceJune 13, 2017
    $17 avocado toast offends even my new yorker sensibilities
  • Naif
    NaifMay 7, 2018
    The avocado toast is very good
  • Hema
    HemaJuly 9, 2010
    The 'Power Lunch' special is a great deal! Choose from a menu of soups, 1/2 salads, 1/2 sandwiches, or dessert: 2 items for $10 or 3 for $13.
  • Lauren S.
    Lauren SimmonsAugust 23, 2014
    Cute spot for happy hour and snacks!
  • Colin W.heart icon on user image
    Colin WhiteOctober 31, 2019
    Roast beef sandwich is delic.
  • Lisa M.heart icon on user image
    Lisa ManskeOctober 24, 2014
    Best clam chowder. Amazing cocktails.
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    DreDecember 22, 2014
    Had a bad experience here. Checked my statement a few days later they added 10 bucks tip for themselves. I called them to dispute and they never got back to me. Drinks were so so. Never coming back.
  • Matt S.
    Matt SetoAugust 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Unbelievable scotch whisky selection. Highly recommended.
  • Jake S.heart icon on user image
    Jake SmithAugust 10, 2014
    These whiskey cocktails...I tell ya
  • Elizabeth L.
    Elizabeth L.January 17, 2012
    HH 4-7pm daily, food specials $4-7, drinks $4. Cozy little pub library. Friendly staff.
  • Nicole G.
    Nicole GustasMarch 29, 2010
    I have left a coupon for a free drink in a copy of the Umbrella Guide to California Lighthouses at the Bookstore bar. Let me know if you find it!
  • Jeff W.heart icon on user image
    Jeff WFebruary 24, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The $5 Bookstore Burger is a great happy hour value.
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    Cusp25May 16, 2015
    Bookstore bar
  • Adam N.
    Adam NicholsonFebruary 27, 2014
    Good concept, frustratingly lackadaisical service.
  • K. K.
    K. K.March 6, 2012
    Beet salad. Get it. Enough said.
  • Jack R.heart icon on user image
    Jack ReevesMay 25, 2014
    This place is now called The Bookstore Bar
  • Carolina M.
    Carolina MilanesiMarch 14, 2014
    Service is super slow but fish and chips and bloodymary pretty good
  • Afro l.heart icon on user image
    Afro lynneFebruary 26, 2019
    Nice service , food was just alright
  • Paige D.
    Paige DellArmiApril 7, 2012
    They have great books here... Cough drinks
  • Trixie J.
    Trixie JonesOctober 12, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The crab hogie? Beyond amazing :)
  • Joe M.
    Joe MillerSeptember 17, 2011
    The Corned Beef Hash is decadent.
  • Lee S.
    Lee SabowJune 12, 2011
    Get a scotch flight of the expressions you can't buy in WA
  • Gordon B.heart icon on user image
    Gordon BowmanApril 26, 2015
    Irish coffee
  • Eric T.
    Eric TigreNovember 21, 2010
    Stopped in for a drink early on a Sat evening with friends but bar staff could not be bothered to acknowledge us. Maybe that's why patrons were leaving. No service, no problem. Go elsewhere.
  • Jay T.
    Jay ThompsonMarch 30, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Crystal is a kick ass bartender.
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