Seattle's Best After-Work Bar

More than 70 by-the-glass selections and nine flights are the name of the game at this Bellevue wine bar.

Reviews:

• “A disappointment”
• “Fun, romantic wine bar.”
• “Great for Events”
• “Great night out! Great selection of wines by the glass!”
• “Poor Customer Service”

Twisted Cork Wine Bar or email Twisted Cork Wine Bar

The finely crafted cocktails are the draw at this classy downtown escape.

Reviews:

• “Some choices are simple”
• “Merose atmosphere”
• “great cocktails and a wonderful atmosphere”
• “Cocktail wizard”
• ""Murray is God.""

Tips: Not eating? Get a spot at the bar—the bartenders put on a great show, and will describe the drinks they’re mixing.

Zig Zag Cafe

Fun pub offers fried foods, billiards, nightly drink specials, games and a light atmosphere with “no fights,” say the staff.

Reviews:

• “Good local place, good clam strips cool people”
• “BEST daytime Bartendar in Town”
• “poor service”
• “good local hang out”
• “A great local pub !”

Tips: If the darts, billiards and arcade games aren’t enough, bring your laptop and game away—there’s free Wi-Fi.

The Goose Pub N Eatery

A regionally inspired menu and an emphasis on fresh at this classy restaurant in the heart of the theater district.

Reviews:

• “great customer service”
• “GREAT place for drinks and dinner!”
• “Overpriced, Unpredictable Food, Nice Place”
• “Great Food”
• ""Every bite was nothing short of breathtaking.""

Tips: The location is perfect for dining before a night at either ACT or Fifth Avenue Theater.

Union Square Grill

USDA prime beef, elegant tableside service and mammoth martinis.

Reviews:

• “Morton’s fails miserably at keeping resv’s They ask for 15 min but relay on 30 min or better to market DRINKS!”
• “UPDATE YOUR DECOR! Ambiance needs help!”
• “Very disappointed "
• “excellent steak, unique & romantic ambience”
• “good steak”

Tips: Rare means rare: If you don’t want a cool, red center, move to medium.

Morton’s – The Steakhouse or email Morton’s – The Steakhouse

German fare finds a home on Ballard’s most happening street.

Reviews:

• “drink the beer, skip the food”
• “Can’t beat $2.50 jager/schnapps on Sat nights.”
• “Great food and location”
• ""
• “Great People!!”

Tips: Early in the week, kitchen specials are priced to reward those who can make it in during off-peak hours.

The People’s Pub

A decidedly artistic backdrop and impressive seasonal menu brings a pleasantly modern option to downtown hotel dining.

Reviews:

• “Wonderful date night destination!”
• “great brunch”
• “Great service, great atmosphere, FABULOUS food!”
• “New chef, new direction, great results”
• “Trendy, yet cool…”

Tips: Try the sweet Plum Lotus—lychee-infused vodka mixed with plum wine, with a garlish of lychee and umbrella.

BOKA Kitchen + Bar or email BOKA Kitchen + Bar

The diner that time forgot has been serving up square meals to neighborhood regulars since 1965.

Reviews:

• “Highly over rated…below average food”
• “I love this place — reasonably priced, but excellent beef”
• “One of the best hamburgers in Seattle? I don’t think so”
• “Excellent”
• “Nice Staff!!!”

Tips: Kids enjoy their own menu, a toy box filled with goodies and crayons and paper tableside.

Wedgwood Broiler

A second home to Seattle’s power players, this beloved institution serves up surefire steak dinners.

Reviews:

• “Excellent! Excellent!”
• “Don’t be impressed. (you’ll be sorry and you’ll pay for it!!)”
• “Go to the bar and get the steak appetizers and skip the dining room”
• “OUTSTANDING FOOD- ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST STEAKHOUSES”
• “Average as usual. "

Tips: Make use of the $7 valet every night after 5pm. For weekday lunches, validation is available for garages at Second and Cherry and the alley west of Second at Marion.

Metropolitan Grill

The young, hip and single gather for a ’50s cocktail culture with ’90s attitude.

Reviews:

• “Best Cocktails I’ve had "
• “Don’t miss the Spa-Tini”
• “Great location for after work drinks but not worth recommending to friends”
• “Worst service imaginable.”
• “Overrated”

Tips: Their martini recipe book sells for $20—with luscious pictures and signature recipes, it’s a great gift idea.

Tini Bigs Lounge

Open for dinner only, this neighborhood eatery welcomes friends, couples and families looking for classic Italian meals in a casual setting.

Reviews:

• “Not the worst, but…”
• “The worst Italian food”
• “Great seafood”
• “NEW OWNERS!”
• “I really wanted to like this place . . .”

Tips: During happy hour 4pm to 6pm daily, diners can fill their bellies with $12 selections off a paired down menu.

Acorn Eatery & Bar

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