Great date night location!! The food was delicious and super flavorful! Def recommend the dip appetizer plate because it gives you a little bit of everything and they all had different flavors. read more

Bar Sabine - Steak Kebob, flatbread - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here after going to Pax convention as they had some special menu items relating to the event perhaps as part of a partnership with. They went further with the the spirit of things by having video game speed runs on the TV's which was a nice touch during the visit. The specials this particular weekend included the "Pax friends forever" cocktail special - Cognac, rum - saffron - Apricot - Yuzu Curacao - espelette pepper and lemon. Some of those ingredients I definitely did not know what they were but overall, it sounded good and because unless you ask for this specifically it's a special. It was great, a lot of flavors going on and the bartender made it pretty much right there as we're seated at the counter this visit. For bites the "chip spiced chicken wings", another special was ordered. Very good, nice presentation and along with that was some hummus and chips. All these items were gluten free. The ambience here was nice and is behind the main Sabine front for a nice evening loungey atmosphere. read more

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Bar Sabine has a really nice atmosphere and very friendly staff. We sat in the outside area which had a very intimate and cozy ambiance. A little chilly but they had heat lamps to keep up warm. Food: I started my meal with a ginger ale - nice and refreshing The dip we ordered for an appetizer was tasty and I got their skewer with rice which was very flavorful. I felt like their items were a tad bit pricey for the portion, but at least everything tasted good. Overall, a very cute little spot to check out, especially if you like a nice atmosphere. read more

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Great place for a girls night or date night! I love the ambience here and staff is very friendly I've been to Sabine multiple times for brunch but this was my first time coming for drinks and it did not disappoint! Their bites paired very well with the drinks read more

Bar Sabine - Espresso martini, lamb dumplings, couscous, fries - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Overall, I'm a fan of Bar Sabine! I have been a few times over the past year and a half or so, and have always enjoyed, particularly their cocktails. Also enjoy sitting in the "outdoor" sun-room type area on a nice day. Most recently, I dined in on a random Tuesday (Feb 2024) and noticed that their menu had been updated since the last time I visited so I was excited to try some new items. (too busy catching up and too dark for any decent photos) We had: - wild mushroom hummus - I love mushrooms and this was really tasty! Love their pita bread as well. It's so thick and hearty but still soft. - Za'atar fries - always tasty and a generous portion. - spanish octopus (comes w/ Za'atar potatoes) - Octopus was super tender and fairly generous portion! Loved the potatoes that came with. Our server mentioned these potatoes being super good and she was right! - penn cove mussels - mussels can be generic at times (like, with a generic garlic/clear broth) but this dish was unique and so good! The mussels were served w/ cous cous and fire roasted tomato so it had a nice kick and they were super flavorful. Loved the addition of the pearl cous cous to make this dish a little heartier. Super generous portion as well! - Above the Clouds (cocktail) - this was fine but not super memorable for me. Our server was super nice and very patient as we were indecisive w/ the menu. My only constructive criticism is that the music starts off at a reasonable volume but then gets louder later in the night. I guess this is normal but it would be more enjoyable if it weren't so loud. Also, maybe I selected the wrong cocktail, but I didn't think it was as tasty as some of the other cocktails that were previously on the menu. I think there have been some changes w/ bar staff - hopefully this was just a one off. I also had an issue one time w/ the octopus being WAY too salty. Happy that it was perfectly seasoned this time, so again, maybe just a one off. Overall, a great place and happy they are in the Ballard neighborhood! read more

This is probably my most frequented bar in the past year, so I've tried a lot of things on their menu and I've never been been disappointed!! One of the reasons why I keep on coming back to it is because they always have seasonal themes like previously they had an LOTR inspired menu, mezcal pairing dinner, Ghibli inspired drinks etc. This time they had crafted a zero proof cocktail menu for dry January. I tried the "in the sentimental mood" cocktail which had delicious floral notes. Their food is Mediterranean inspired. We tried the cauliflower and lamb meatballs, both were packed with delicious, middle eastern flavors. read more

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My husband, my friend and I went to Bar Sabine for dinner. We've been several times before and I have always had a good experience. I love the ambiance (high ceilings, large chandeliers, and bottles of liquor). They always have a rotating menu of specials and specialty cocktails. I generally enjoy their flavors and must praise them for their creativity (during Easter I once got a cocktail with a marshmallow peep). The service is always good as well: fast and friendly. Their servers are very attentive. During our most recent visit, we had a more mixed experience. My husband and I ordered Old Fashioned cocktails. The drinks were decent but not great. Each drink had huge bricks of ice (it felt like a molded skyscraper of ice). These cubes (bricks ) were nice to look at but they made it very hard to sip the drinks. The flavor balance was off as well. The drinks had a nice burn but lacked a little sweetness (the cherry was absent---I don't usually miss the cherry, but in this case, I missed the cherry). The food was generally good, but we also had some notes We ordered the Za'atar fries and mushroom humus as starters. Both were good. I ordered the eggplant special as my entree. The tomato sauce was a bit too acidic and lacked balance. My husband ordered the Sabine burger. It was dry and the bun was proportionately way too big (adding to the dryness). In summary, Bar Sabine is a generally positive experience. They could work to finesse their recipes a bit. It feels like there is a bit more attention on a esthetics versus flavor on some of the dishes. read more

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Great service and delicious food. Love the eggplant. Wonderful ambiance. Really cool decor.

Dark and classy bar with unique drinks and great service. Cocktails are themed and rotate every few months. We went for Lord of the Rings which is at its tail end. Between the four of us we tried a good number of them. Standouts were the White Hand of Saruman (ilegal mezcal, gin, cardamom, green apple, almond, coconut cream, lime, condensed milk) and Last March of the Ents (mezcal, sotol, pumpkin vodka, papaya, sumac, mastiha, firewater, lime). Each drink not only showcased original flavors but were embellished with accoutrements (like plastic trees, or tiny baskets of gummy candies, or a wax finger). Drinks are pricy (avg $18), but presentation was fun. They also have a nice wine selection. The orange wine was quite nice. Food is mostly small sharable plates with a good number of vegetarian items but not much vegan. We had the falafel, beet lebneh with chips, and fried halloumi in hot honey. All of it was delicious. The space was not that large but by no means feels cramped, and the covered outdoor patio adds a good amount of seating. We arrived around 6 on a Friday and got a table right away, but almost immediately afterwards there was a long line that lasted the duration of our stay. My only complaint is that the volume inside was so loud we basically had to scream our conversation. I was definitely hoarse the next day. The music also didn't really seem to fit the LOTR vibe. Oh, and parking. But it's Ballard, so that's to be expected. Regardless, I look forward to coming back for the next rotation of themed drinks! read more

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Food & Drinks - They have LOTR themed drinks! I'm sold! Also the dip was fantastic! My only regret was that they didn't give a little more bread with it. The drinks were very unique and imaginative. I would absolutely go back for drinks and food! Service - excellent servers, who answered all our questions and kept water glasses full and checking in regularly despite how busy they were. Our server also did not make us feel rushed at all. Ambiance - we sat outside and it was very lively and fun. The music was good and not too loud and they turned on the heat lamps when it got chilly. Inside seemed a bit loud though. read more

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Huge shoutout to our bartender Kevin! The bar was pretty busy so we had to get the last seats at the edge of the bar. Kevin immediately greeted us with a smile and was super nice and attentive. Kevin went over the menu with us and gave us time to order. We got a dip as well, that was so good. I ordered the spicy guava Paloma and it had a great smoky flavor. My friend got an Old Fashioned. For the second round, I got a drink that wasn't on the menu but I saw another guest drink and I forgot the name. I think it was 12 Steps something. Anyways, I'd recommend my friends to go here. read more

Bar Sabine - Cocktail menu - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I was seriously impressed with Bar Sabine! It's a very cool atmosphere with fun lights and music. We went around 8pm on a Saturday and were able to be seated right away. We ordered a couple cocktails and for food we ordered the cheese baklava, mushroom hummus with house made pita, and the bar Sabine cheeseburger. Everything was SO delicious!! The baklava literally blew me away! The house made pita was so good! I can't wait to go back and try the rest of the menu. If you're ever in the Ballard area, you have got to give this place a try! read more

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Bar Sabine has a Lord of the Rings themed drink menu through August. I will fully admit when I travel I am a bar hopping fool finding the best bars one can drink at but much like a local who never goes to the tourist spots I am horrible at appreciating my own local bars. Not that Ballard is super local for me - it is a destination I must plan for and typically I don't drive more than a few minutes if the intention is to drink. But a LOTR themed drink menu is like hearing the Horn of the Mark - the call must be answered! I arrived at 4:30 PM on a Saturday. I thought no biggie. It is only thirty minutes after the bar opened. It was full. A line had formed. My partner and I agreed to sit at the bar where we were seated ten minutes later. We had the best seats in the house right by the well where we saw the bartender crafting drink after drink after drink. To say it was nonstop is an understatement. Bar Sabine went all out. The Fellowship played on two televisions above the bar. Flags from Rohan and Gondor hung from the banister. Each drink was not just carefully crafted but also thematic. The little touches were delightful. The white hand of Sauron on the White Shane of Sauron drink, the Mirror of Galadriel came in a sake box with a small plastic mirror on top. With our vantage point we saw each drink decorated appropriately. When their supplies dwindled bags were opened up to replenish the plastic dragons and the little fishing rods. Then there was the ambiance in general. The crowd was lively and endearing. When the fight with the Balrog came on the screen multiple people loudly said "You Shall Not Pass!" - I imagine this is frequent and I imagine the staff is going to get tired of that by August. Speaking of - Ok, so this is where Bar Sabine went from good to great. They were slammed. The hustle was real. Yet they found time to talk with us. They told us about the thematic menus they do in the summer. They noted info of the cocktails. They made sure our cups were full as was our bellies. They never missed a beat despite literally never stopping. I have been to busy bars. I anticipate drinks will be slower and the bartending staff to be laser focused. But they were able to do everything with grace and talent while providing fantastic service. I have company from out of town coming soon. I fully intend on bringing them to Bar Sabine for the drinks, the merriment, but especially the service. read more

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I came here with a couple of friends and we sat in the gorgeous covered patio space. Two of us ordered the Guava Paloma, which was perfectly smoky, and my other friend enjoyed an IPA. We shared a bunch of small plates - mushroom hummus (delicious, especially with the fresh pita bread!), za'atar fries with aleppo aioli, bacon-wrapped dates with bleu cheese, grilled halloumi cheese (I completely devoured this!), and a chicken skewer. Everything was very flavorful and I would definitely be back to try some of the dishes we didn't get to! read more

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The vibe was it. Great music going but way too loud. Sadly my drink was not good. Got the moment of clarity it was kinda just like spicy water. And so much ice that it diluted so quickly. Was so disappointed. But got a seat right away. Staff not too attentive but still had fun! read more

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I went bar hopping for my friend's birthday past weekend. Because we were a party of nine, it was hard to get reservations at a lot of places. However, Bar Sabine was one of the few that had room. This was my first time, but some of the other people in my group had gone before. We came at around 9pm and were seated at an outdoor table. It was nice that the outdoor tables have heating lamps and are well lit, especially now that the days are getting shorter and the weather is getting colder. After looking at the menu, I was excited by the Asian-inspired cocktail options they had. One contained ube (purple sweet potato) and another contained genmaicha (green tea). I decided to give the ube cocktail, the Pacific Punch, a try. A lot of my friends also got the same as me. We got our orders within 15-20 minutes of ordering. Our waiter was very friendly and gave us a 15% friends, family, & neighborhood discount because we told him it was our friend's birthday :) Unfortunately, the Pacific Punch was disappointing. It tasted like green (unripened) banana with a hint of coconut more than anything else. It had no sweet potato flavor (although I already knew that they would use ube extract which tastes nothing close to real ube). The color was a weird dark purple mixed gray which wasn't exceptionally appetizing. My other friends who ordered the same as me shared similar opinions of the drink. The service after we ordered our drinks was kind of slow after we got our drinks. It took us 10-15 minutes to flag someone down to hand us our bill. And then there was some miscommunication because a different waitress came out and handed us another copy of our bill after we had already paid. With that said, they came by to refill our water canteen several times. I also can't complain about the birthday discount. Overall: 3/5 for drinks, 4/5 for atmosphere, 3.5/5 for service read more

Bar Sabine - Pacific Punch - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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The pros: lovely atmosphere, delicious drinks (love their dirty chai latte in the AM, and yummy cocktails PM) The cons: The food is decent but not great - just a few tweaks and it could be amazing - and it's overpriced. This goes for brunch as well as dinner. The portions are small. For dinner recently, we got the $35 steak kabob and it was miniscule. The salatin for $36 is not great/very interesting, not very big, and not worth it! I was also charged $5 for one piece of gluten free bread. C'mon! The server was friendly but the service was verrrry slow. Also really bummed that the back area is for private parties only now. Loved that space and it was a much better vibe for date night. read more

We made Bar Sabine our last stop of the night on our impromptu old Ballard mini bar crawl. The lighted long walkway got our attention and was very pretty to walk through at night. There is restaurant seating inside but not too much room there. The bar also has limited seating but there is a large outdoor covered & heated area with tables and greatly expands the capacity. We got lucky as we arrived someone was just leaving the bar so we straddled up to the bar and ordered a couple of their specialty drinks. My daughter asked the bartender which drink he recommended for a sweeter taste and he suggested "Beware of the Grey Ghost". For me, upon looking at the menu, my eyes immediately went to the drink titled: "The night Gwen Stacy Died" as I recognized it as the title of one of my favorite Spider-Man comics of all time and I ordered that drink. We spoke to the bartender who ended up being the one who named the drinks and he said the drink names were of older comic and movie influences from his youth. We complimented him on his choices and really enjoyed our drinks. The Grey Ghost looks nothing like it tastes and it had "edible silver" mixed in which gave it a shiny, almost glittery look. My Gwen Stacy drink had two little pumpkin candies in it and large green mint leaves which gave a nod to the Green Goblin (Spider-Man's greatest foe). We both enjoyed our drinks and really loved the interior of Bar Sabine, specifically the huge chandelier in the dining area. Our only bad thing was we ordered the toasted olives twice and never got them. I know they were busy but after ordering and not getting them two times, we finally had to leave for home olive-less :( Great place to try though. Thanks for being there Bar Sabine! read more

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Highly appreciate the vegan/vegetarian items marked on the menu. Made it super easy for everyone to order. All of the food was crazy delicious. I love that everything is shareable. Small/moderate portions that actually fill you up. Lots of flavor in all the dishes I tried. Highly recommend. Oh and the cocktails are even better. Staff was friendly and accommodating read more

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Went for Seattle restaurant week. The food was TERRIBLE. I had to ask for sauce for this gross squash thing and salt and pepper and it was still inedible. The waitress could tell I hated it. She was nice but didn't offer to replace it or take it off the bill. When I tell you this thing was inedible I don't say that lightly. I love squash and all the ingredients too normally. I can't believe someone felt confident to give this to a customer. I really want management to contact me for a refund. I feel very ripped off that this was 35 dollars. read more

Bar Sabine - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love the aesthetic here. Great location in the morning before starting your day. The breakfast foods are so good. We ordered at the register, took a number and they bring everything to you. There is outdoor and indoor seating. Parking is a struggle. read more

Bar Sabine - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great vibe! Friendly and accessible. I worked as a Party Psychic for this venue and it was fabulous! Highly recommend. read more

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This is one of the best places I've been to in Ballard! They currently have a LOTR menu (of which they are rolling out part two later in June!) and it is not only entertaining, but also delicious! We got there just after opening, and the place filled up fast! We tried quite a few of the drinks, but Lake Town Punch and the Green Dragon were our favorites. The guy who comes up with the drink menus was tending bar the day we were there, and I can't wait to see the themes he has in store for Bar Sabine in the future! The whipped feta was delicious and the chicken souvlaki skewer was amazing - spiced excellently! read more

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Went for a little happy hour moment with some friends on a sunny Seattle day! We sat outside on the covered outdoor area and it was so cute! We tried a bunch of their small plates (dates, mushroom hummus, halloumi, za'atar fries, chicken kebab) and everything was SO yummy! My favorite part though was my tummy cocktail the guava Paloma; if you're a mezcal fan you should definitely try this! read more

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I work in the restaurant industry and have nothing but empathy for service workers; however, my experience here was lacking. I ordered the chicken kebab and for $23 the portion was disturbingly small, I ate it in 3 bites, was still hungry and the chicken was dry. Our server was sweet but said since we were a large party that they would bring us an extra order of bread, but they ended up charging us for it. She didn't ask if we wanted the bread, she told us she bringing bread. I don't normally write negative yelp reviews, but this is the second time I've dined here that's been a less than satisfactory experience. read more

Several times I've come here late at night they say the system is down, so no one can order. Funny, there was a line down the street for this location on December 25th 1:40am and the guy said he can only do drinks and not food because the system was down.... Nah. They just don't wanna work. Half of shoreline was in that line, at least 20 cars. 0/10 read more

Love this place!! I didn't know the drink menu seems to rotate, but to my surprise this visit was welcomed with Studio Ghibli inspired drinks. (We had comic-referenced drinks last time) We got the Kiki's magical melon and Ponyo's pacific punch-- both of which were very tasty and beautifully presented! read more

Bar Sabine - menu 6/30 - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Cute restaurant which tons of libations (that I sadly couldn't partake in, but the virgin cocktail was good). Every dish we got was pretty darn tasty and extremely flavorful, but the real winners were the vehicles, aka thefries and chips. I enjoyed the dips more than the baklava. Would definitely come back to try dinner items. It can get pretty loud (acoustics = echo), fyi! read more

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Super cute cocktail bar in Ballard! Came here with a girlfriend for some drinks and a few bites. Their drink menu has a bunch of very interesting cocktails listed. I got the 10 rings cocktail which is perfect for mojito lovers. It's citrusy and refreshing. My friend got the "beware of the grey ghost" which was a surprisingly yummy cocktail, arrives glittering, with a little bit of an herbal note. Drinks are a little pricey at around $16 each. For small bites we got the zataar fries, the stuffed dates, the cauliflower salad, and the steak. Zataar fries were an a easy favorite because they come out super crispy with a yummy garlic aioli dipping sauce. The stuffed dates are just that, dates stuffed with blue cheese, wrapped and crisped in bacon and served with a date syrup. This was a really delicious and flavorful bite of food! Portion comes with only four dates which just seems small, even for two people. The cauliflower salad was very savory. Fresh cauliflower with a green tahini dressing and lots of fresh garlic flavor! Very refreshing but be careful if you're on a first date, that garlic flavor packs a punch! Last we shared the hanger steak which was YUM. Tender, topped with kale and crispy shallots. On top of a bed of sunchoke purée. Very flavorful, steak was not over cooked, and a fair portion! The only take away was that our server was not very friendly and didn't have much to say about any of the items on the menu. He actually almost seemed bothered by having to work. Considering this is a newer spot I'd expect a little bit better service? But we're all human, I'll chuck it up to a bad day. Overall would return!! read more

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Staff and service amazing and cocktails were fun but food could use a little sparkle. I made a reservation about a week in advance for a large party via OpenDoor. A couple days later we learned 2 more people would be joining us and I called Sabine to ask if they would be able to accommodate. They happily updated my reservation. For food, we tried the lamb kebabs, paccheri, brussel sprouts, hummus and fries. Lamb kebabs, paccheri, and Brussels sprouts were really one dimensional. Zingy and bright but not much else in terms of depth of flavor or texture. Hummus was runnier than I've seen at any other Mediterranean restaurant and could have done with more salt. Fries were crispy but I didn't get much zaatar flavor from them. Some of the cocktails are marvel themed which was a fun surprise! The emerald night was green lantern and another cocktail was captain America and came with a ring! Our server was so attentive, constantly checking if we needed more food or drinks. At the end of the night, he was flexible and helped up split out bill. Overall, I'd come back for the cocktails and atmosphere but would pass on the food. read more

Bar Sabine - Zaatar fries - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I'm sad this closed to only just private parties, it was such a vibe! Dim lights, dark and classy ambience. Each cocktail I ordered was delicious & uniquely crafted and the burger was one of the juiciest I've ever had. read more

Bar Sabine - Can't remember the name but this wintery drink was bomb - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Seattle, Washington

They do chambongs for birthdays (v fun!) and have the best espresso martinis in town, hands down. Love the vibe in the bar, they also have a headed patio and a patio with large tables that is enclosed with plastic. Great for groups. The food is great here, too. All in all, a wonderful spot, a major regular for us. See you soon, Bar Sabine! read more

Stellar cocktail bar in the heart of Ballard. The vibe, ambience, location, everything is perfect. And the best part is the innovative cocktails. Very unique flavors and combinations make this a very interesting place to hang out after a nice dinner in Ballard. They have some seasonal options which rotate, and some staple items on the menu. read more

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I've always enjoyed my food, drinks, and service every time I've visited Sabine-- bar or cafe! Pic is from a visit a few months back read more

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For atmosphere alone, this place is immersed in it and everyone - staff and customers - look more beautiful in there! Coffee was not strong enough for my taste and some dishes seem over-salted but the free sparkling water on tap makes up for it and I'll keep returning till I find my sweet spot food wise. read more

Sat at the bar and had excellent service--I can't speak highly enough of the bar staff who were able to describe their drinks in detail and make recommendations based on what we tend to like. However, our bartender had not had one of our drinks we ask them about (and ended up ordering) so that's a disappointment that keeps us from rating Bar Sabine a 5--we expect a cocktail bar to have staff that have tried and thoroughly understand their drinks on the menu. We had several drinks and we enjoyed them all, but I hope the following breakdown is useful for other yelpers: - l'via l'viaquez: this was a great drink that I wouldn't normally order, but after a brief discussion with a bartender about it. ended up taking a leap of faith. The aroma of the burnt cheese on the large cube ice cube with the flavors of the drink really made it all hit home with every sip. Would highly recommend, real talk. This is probably one of their most unique drinks wrt cocktail bars and is an example of the staff pushing boundaries. This drink alone is a reason we'd come back again. - the grey ghost: refreshing drink, more so than it sounds. Also highly recommend. - ohmu negroni: unique, but just ok, likely wouldn't get again given the other choices on the menu. - bobby burns: a little smokey/peaty. if you're a fan of a Manhattens, probably a reasonable choice to start with. - magical melon: exceedingly refreshing, probably better for an afternoon outside on their patio in the summer. Still worked out great for me in middle of winter :D read more

I love this place. The breakfast at the cafe is exquisite and we've been here for appetizers and drinks in the evening. Just a great vibe.

Went to Bar Sabine with a group of 4 to grab some drinks on a Saturday night. The waiter who waited on us was short and unfriendly. All of the cocktails are pre made and they do not allow any substitutions. This seems unreasonable for a $16+ dollar cocktail. We didn't have and food so I do not have any comments on that. read more

Oh. My. Gosh. Everything about this place is wonderful. The vibe is so trendy and cozy and comfortable and upscale at the same time. It might be because of the marvelous chandelier. The bartenders want to give you all the goodness and the food. The food. It's FREAKIN amazing. I had the labne, zaa'tar fried and hanger steak and I will order them over and over again. Must visit. read more

The current theme of the bar is Lord of the Rings! Went here with some girlfriends and had a great time! I will say the drinks are on the pricier end served in very aesthetic but small glasses. The fries were a good option to order for the table as there was a lot to share. I wouldn't recommend the chicken skewer as much because it was a single skewer. Otherwise, really liked the vibe of the inside (probably great for a nice evening drink!). With the warmer days approaching, highly recommend sitting outside on the patio area to get a bite and enjoy the aesthetic decor and fire place! Would go back again and try more of their light bites! read more