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Witness

(Now Closed)
Cocktail Bar and Southern Food Restaurant$$$$
Capitol Hill, Seattle
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    Steve M.
    "chicken & waffles make this the best brunch place in Cap Hill."(9 Tips)
    Mike C.
    "... cocktails. Go for "Divine Intervention" -- name your base spirit, describe what..."(2 Tips)
    Richard W.
    "If you like grits the shrimp and grits is amazing!"(5 Tips)
    Adrianne H.
    "Witness the birthday lap dance!"(2 Tips)
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  • Kuo-yu L.heart icon on user image
    Kuo-yu LiangJanuary 15, 2018
    I was skeptical at first, turned off by the hipster vibe. However, the excellent fries and a very good BLT won me over.
  • Thrillist
    ThrillistSeptember 3, 2013
    Kicked-up takes on traditional dishes include grilled shrimp w/ bacon gravy & white corn grits, as well as cider-braised pork belly & Corona beans. Read more
  • Riley ..heart icon on user image
    Riley .July 11, 2020
    Been here 10+ times
    If you crave a flavor, ask for the Divine Inspiration and tell them a handful of the flavors you love. I once had a peach-habanero-sage cocktail here that has never been topped.
  • Ahmad S.heart icon on user image
    Ahmad SamadiFebruary 25, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Incredible brunch menu. Tasty food Couple things to note: Fried chicken here is more like a chicken tender or filet (not on the bone) and some more jam options would be great (besides marmalade).
  • Mike C.heart icon on user image
    Mike CalcagnoJanuary 18, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Friendly neighborhood spot with great cocktails. Go for "Divine Intervention" -- name your base spirit, describe what you like and let the talented "spirit shepherds" make you something special.
  • Lindsey S.heart icon on user image
    Lindsey SAugust 30, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    For brunch, the chicken & waffles managed to impress even this Southern girl! Just the right amount of spice... a must try!
  • Allison Y.heart icon on user image
    Allison YuJune 16, 2016
    Chicken & waffles! Good waffles. Great texture and juiciness in the chicken. Not too much syrup
  • Lulu C.
    Lulu ChengAugust 24, 2013
    Fantastic happy hour food menu - try one of everything. A bit underwhelmed by the drinks considering this place was started by an ex Knee High bartender, but the mint julep I tried was decent.
  • Dustin H.heart icon on user image
    Dustin HaleyOctober 27, 2015
    The chicken and waffles was amazing, but the "sermon" is what made the night! Make sure you go when the owner is giving one!
  • Matthew P.heart icon on user image
    Matthew PhelpsSeptember 15, 2016
    Great brunch and cocktails! Chicken and waffles are delicious and go well with the house's bourbon special.
  • Scott S.heart icon on user image
    Scott SmithSeptember 1, 2017
    Get any drink, then order a Divine Intervention. It's a top-notch experience.
  • Vivian R.
    Vivian RamirezFebruary 19, 2018
    Fun American restaurant with great cocktails and delicious brunch. Get the croquet de toad. Heart attack.
  • Tara R.heart icon on user image
    Tara ReedAugust 31, 2013
    This bar is decorated like a southern church. You sit in pews. There's a menu for 'sustenance' and another for 'libations'. Order a 'Son of a Preachers Man'
  • Mitch T.
    Mitch ThompsonAugust 23, 2013
    The Bacon Peaches are delicious. All the drinks our group had were fantastic. The place looks like an old church. PREACH.
  • Steve M.heart icon on user image
    Steve MuellerFebruary 6, 2022
    Been here 5+ times
    Cocktails, biscuits & gravy, chicken & waffles make this the best brunch place in Cap Hill.
  • J
    JJune 24, 2017
    Really great chicken & waffles + lots of creative cocktails- in the heart of Capitol Hill.
  • Shawn J.
    Shawn JenningsSeptember 14, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    A+ Brunch. Dinner. Drinks. Staff. Environment. Home is where your plaque is.
  • Steven K.
    Steven KippMay 19, 2014
    Come here for great service, awesome bartender, good food and value! Order a few plates and share
  • Amanda R.heart icon on user image
    Amanda RodalAugust 12, 2015
    They make great custom cocktails, just tell them what you like and they'll whip something up!
  • Susana M.
    Susana MachadoFebruary 20, 2015
    adorable mason jar chandelier! great urban southern atmosphere
  • David B.
    David BanJuly 31, 2014
    Don't miss the scotch "section" on the "Temptation" menu.
  • Greg D.heart icon on user image
    Greg DavidsonFebruary 8, 2018
    I’d bet any spirit is a great experience. Moscow Mule definitely top knotch!
  • Chris Gunrack
    Chris GunrackJanuary 12, 2014
    I just witnessed the owner give an out of this world birthday lap dance to a customer. This just might be my new favorite bar...
  • Richard W.
    Richard WoodAugust 26, 2013
    The food was great! If you like grits the shrimp and grits is amazing!
  • Celeste T.heart icon on user image
    Celeste ThayerAugust 19, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing cocktails, southern food. Love the grits!
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    SDecember 21, 2014
    Corned lamb for brunch. Tasty
  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BonzaiSeptember 14, 2015
    Everything. All the things are marvelous here.
  • JD L.heart icon on user image
    JD LewinApril 13, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Come on your 21st birthday for a lap dance from a man with a goatee. Always ask for extra goatee.
  • Anna L.
    Anna LeOctober 20, 2013
    Make sure to be here at 10pm for a hilarious sermon from the owner.
  • Adrianne H.
    Adrianne HersrudSeptember 11, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Witness the birthday lap dance! I dare you, it is amazing!
  • Chen F.
    Chen FangFebruary 12, 2016
    Very friendly people and excellent service.
  • Kippy
    KippyAugust 25, 2013
    Hilarious sermons at 10:00 on Saturday nights
  • Krishna S.heart icon on user image
    Krishna SivaranjanNovember 17, 2015
    Chicken and waffles are a must.
  • Mouni R.heart icon on user image
    Mouni ReddyJune 12, 2015
    Nice trendy place with a bar rail.
  • Suma K.heart icon on user image
    Suma KashiMarch 14, 2015
    A little overpriced for the location, but the theme (kind of makes up for that). Sazerac wasn't anything to write home about.
  • MC N.heart icon on user image
    MC NoybzwMarch 29, 2017
    Get the pink elephant - YUM
  • Zach S.heart icon on user image
    Zach StockwellOctober 18, 2017
    Massive brunch !
  • Gregory H.heart icon on user image
    Gregory HellerSeptember 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Excellent brunch: eggs, biscuit, potatoes. Yum.
  • Tyler S.heart icon on user image
    Tyler SzaboAugust 29, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Jack is awesome :)
  • Jp M.heart icon on user image
    Jp MeteignerJuly 24, 2016
    Croque'd Toast is a MUST.
  • Colin W.
    Colin WhiteNovember 23, 2017
    Elvis Presley sandwich is fantastic!
  • Judson S.
    Judson SNovember 8, 2013
    The secret downstairs room is really cool! Shhh!
  • Emily C.heart icon on user image
    Emily ChenJanuary 3, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't miss the shrimp and grits!!
  • James A.heart icon on user image
    James AmazeMarch 5, 2016
    Food and cocktails are delicious!
  • Timothy S.heart icon on user image
    Timothy SmithNovember 25, 2016
    Drinks😉 Food😕 🙊
  • Alaura M.
    Alaura MaeFebruary 23, 2014
    Whiskey sour with egg whipped in! Amazing!
  • Allie S.heart icon on user image
    Allie SolisSeptember 22, 2020
    Been here 25+ times
    Chicken and waffles! 🧇 🍗
  • Tara R.heart icon on user image
    Tara ReedAugust 31, 2013
    Pass on the 'peaches and bacon'... It just tastes like...well, bacon
  • Matt J.
    Matt JohnsonNovember 19, 2013
    The poutine is...unconventional.
  • Yazz A.
    Yazz AtlasOctober 2, 2013
    Ask about the free WiFi!
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