I've heard of Belmont and was happy to give it a go on a weeknight during the fall! It was pretty full, although not packed, so plan accordingly if you're to stop in on a weekend. The interior is classy, which I'm a huge fan of given my obsession with dresses and the disappointing overabundance of grungy dive bars in Seattle. Also craft cocktails. Who doesn't love that?? There were a lot of tasty sounding beverage options so choosing wasn't the easiest of tasks, although I finally went with a citrusy cocktail served up, whose name is evading me at the moment. It was probably gin or vodka based because those tend to be my go-tos. Anywho. It was tasty, would order again (what ever it was). My friend seemed to enjoy his drinks as well. We sat side by side on a couch which is not the most ideal situation for conversations (and dress wearing) but we made it work. Our waiter was not my fave although it didn't put a damper on the evening by any means. I'd be happy to come back to enjoy more flavorful drinks and the subtly sophisticated atmosphere. read more

Loved this lounge! We sat in the downstairs area below the bar and shared a couch area with another group. The lounge was cozy and perfect volume for a group to have a conversation. I knocked one star off because there was a bit of an issue with the bill at the end of the night. Honestly I wasn't handling it so I'm not 100% sure what the issue was, but just check your bill at the end of the night before handing your card over. read more

Belmont - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Belmont is one of the best cocktail lounges I have found. It's a Capital Hill must try -- perfect for drinks with a group of friends in their cozy lounge area or a date in their bar/table area. -- Drinks -- Belmont has a variety of classic (with some twists) and signature cocktail, most of which reminded me of speakeasy concotions. I highly recommend the Blood & Stone -- you can't go wrong with some orange and pecan bourbon as a cocktail base. -- Atmosphere -- Belmont has a cozy intimate lounge atmosphere. It's dimly lit, featuring lots of quirky animal decor. The bar is on the small side, with room for about 10-15 people in the lounge area and about 20 people in the bar area. The lounge area is great for groups. It's filled with leather couches, big comfortable chairs, and coffee tables. It gives off an inviting living room vibe. I sat in the lounge area with two other friends and we had plenty of room for more people. It's fairly quiet and we had no trouble hearing each other. The bar area has a few small tables and bar seating where you can watch the bartenders work their magic. I sat at the bar on a date and we had a great time seeing them experiment with different cocktails. There is outdoor seating which is typically open earlier in the day. It's usually closed at night to avoid the party atmosphere of the neighborhood and the Seattle rain. Nothing too special there, just some seats and small metal tables outside on the sidewalk. -- Service -- I have always had great service at Belmont. The bartenders are very attentive and happy to help you find the perfect potion for your evening. It's a fairly small venue, so expect a wait on the weekends (especially for groups over two). -- Pandemic Precautions -- These are precautions related to the Covid-19 rules and may not be relevant in the future. Based on January 2022 rules: Belmont requires all patrons to wear masks while not seated. A mask & proof of vaccination is required for entry. All staff members are wearing masks. -- Stars -- Drinks: 3/3 Stars Service: 1/1 Stars Atmosphere: 1/1 Stars Total: 5/5 Stars read more

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Visited Belmont at the behest of a host at another restaurant who mentioned that it was the kind of place my friend and I were looking for to have a drink or two. We were a few blocks away from Belmont and some pictures on Yelp sold the place for me. We were lucky because just as we entered a few friends exited and we were able to snag that seat. The place is busy and very loungey. We were seated one one of the sofas . The place is very dimly lit so would be ever so perfect for a date. In our stay there, two couples had drinks and left from the couch opposite ours. The drinks are not too pricey. We didn't since we dined before heading here but the couple who were seated on the couch opposite us had just gotten their wrap?? and fries while we were leaving. They seemed to have really like it. I had two glasses of wine (30$) and my friend had two cocktails($36) . read more

One of my preferred cocktail bars to visit! A really upscale & classy interior vibe, paired with great service and drinks. I was looking to hop to a 2nd cocktail bar at 12:45pm and to my dismay, tons of cocktail bars already finished last call in the area (rumba, foreign national, east trading company), but that wasnt the case here! The drinks are fantastic and diverse and even though they are slightly pricier ($13-16), they are very much worth it for the overall experience. I'd recommend coming by here with a small/medium size group for cocktails, but it also makes for a great date spot! read more

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Bar lounge, friendly owners, classy place you can hear each other without shouting nice place to have a cozy drink.

Super cute space for a quick drink or drinks! Too bad I only had one drink and didn't really get to try the snacks. All the regrets that I didn't try the cocktails but since I was on a date I played it a little safe with rose wine. The have tables as well as bar space and large lounge couches that looked super comfortable. Went around 7 on a Saturday and despite how horrendous parking is in cap hill, it didn't seem all that crowded. read more

Dark wine bar for a nice sit down with a cocktail or a glass of wine. Came on a Friday night around 11 pm and we got seated right away. The couch area is plush and provides lots of space and privacy. read more

Belmont - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Hate to leave a good review because I don't want to imagine this place blowing up but if you love something you gotta let it blossom right? Ambience and vibes are 10/10. They have negronis and old fashioneds on hh pricing for only $10. The pours are a bit light handed but not enough to complain about. They are attentive with service and bring you water without being asked to. It's nice and intimate. Can't wait to come back. read more

I went really late around 1 am, they have a last call at 1 am. Bar closes at 2am. We had one cocktail that was really good. Sofas were empty I've enjoyed since it was quiet. Probably because of the hour. Nice ambience and friendly staff. read more

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Such a cute cocktail bar! Great date spot. The drinks are strong and delicious, the ambience is romantic, and I loved the couch seating! The little details like metal toothpicks instead of wood go a long way. read more

Awesome bar with a chill vibe We need more places like the Belmont! Most Cap Hill bars I've been to are a little too 'poppin' for my liking. This place is chill so you feel relaxed and you can actually hear your friends talk and it's also happening at the same time so you don't feel like you are wasting your Saturday away! This place is ideal for a group hangout or a 2nd date! The only minor issue I have with this place is the service. It was great overall but my friend ordered a drink and he was told 5 mins later that they don't have all the ingredients for the drink. He asked them about an other drink and the waitress said she'll look into it and then came back with the actual drink! When he asked her again what's in the drink, she said she needs to look at the menu again! Anyways, the drink turned out great and it's all good. They also don't split checks which was weird because most places in Seattle is cool with that unlike NYC or LA. We had to venmo our friend and he got all the points lol I'll definitely go back here and I hope they keep the vibe. Overall a really good spot that can do better with a little more focus on customer service read more

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Feels very sterile inside, not much atmosphere or personality, despite a lot of kitsch decor. Cocktails are not as good as the price tag might imply. In short, there are much better places to get a good cocktail on Capitol Hill read more

Belmont continues to be our favorite cocktail bar in Seattle. Their drinks, snacks and ambiance are exceptional and their owners/staff are very kind and laid back in a way that makes you feel so at home. We love to bring our pup to their patio to people watch, and their indoor space is also large and airy enough that it feels safe to be in even during COVID times (in fact, it's one of the only places we've had a drink indoors because of this.) They also have good distancing between their seating areas, sanitation and mask policies in place to make sure you feel safe and well taken care of there. We love Belmont!!! read more

Terrible experience. I understand bars can be very busy on the weekend, but miscommunications of whether you will be served or not shouldn't happen. I and my group of 4 came in and at the time there were no tables. The host had us wait at a stand up table and said ordering from the bar while we wait would be fine. Less than 10 minutes after looking at the menu we head to the bar only to be told "the bar is overwhelmed right now so we won't be taking drinks from those without a table". We were very confused but mostly upset by the response. It showed the lack of preparation the staff had on a Friday night, but also that they didn't value our business. At most they could have warned us our drinks would take some time rather than denying us completely. read more

Belmont - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Fantastic cocktail lounge. The vibe inside is perfectly moody with comfy couches and chairs. They have several different takes on old fashioneds which my husband loves. You can also order some snacks - we usually go with some olives. You can't go wrong wherever you sit! Perfect place for a pre dinner drink or to end your night! Have never had issues with servers checking in, being able to order drinks in a prompt manner and staying as long as you like. Cheers to you Belmont! read more

I liked the Pineapple Express drink. Vibes are nice here with good music. Was a bit of a wait for a seating but service was good otherwise

Love the new name! A must stop when visiting Seattle! Same owners greet you in their cozy place located in the heart of Pike Str! Love that they added cocktails! You will love watching the owner mix up the perfect drink- try the French Gimlet! My mouth is still watering! read more

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Classy lounge, solid drinks, can't really go wrong - I've heard that there is typically a wait, but we were seated quickly. Would definitely come back! read more

Really loved this place. It's a great place to meet a few friends since there are not big tables. The place is quaint and the noise level is high. For drinks we ordered Belmont Old fashioned with bullet rye and french gimlet. Both drinks were great. We also ordered the snack sampler. It was fine. I would have liked the menu more if they have more food options. Price-wise the drinks are on the pricy side. The staff and manager were attentive and checked on us a few times. Overall, i enjoyed my experience and would go back again for sure :) read more

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Great spot on our trip to Seattle! Incredible cocktails. Robin is such a knowledgeable bartender. Great atmosphere. We loved robin's insight and friendly demeanor. Recommend it 5/5. read more

Great place to go for happy hour or to hangout. The atmosphere is great and the seating is perfect. There are a variety of drinks to choose from. And they all taste fantastic. There is some food selections that are a great addition. A cool hangout spot that is a fantastic place to go regularly. read more

Cozy and cute place to relax and just have a few drinks with friends . Love the creative drinks that they have on menu but I wish there was more snacks cause it's pretty small and not as appetizing and pleasing for me . Overall has a great experience and would love to go back some time. read more

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A lovely and classic bar in the middle of Capital Hill. Sophisticated beverages and friendly staff and owners. Great for a before or after dinner beverage! You can even sit outside when it's nice out. read more

Really cool restaurant, great happy hour and the owners were really awesome. They also have games if you're into that. I got the house rosé and deviled eggs. read more

Amazing cocktails and great small plates. They do a killer old fashioned and some really interesting takes on the classics. Highly recommended if you're in Capitol Hill, but also well worth the trip even if you're not. read more

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Such a cute new cocktail bar in Seattle. Great cheese plates, cocktails and wine. Intimate and cozy. Great for a date or night out with friends read more

Plain and simple your hostess on 11/12/21 at 9 pm is the reason that we won't come back. If you start us off with attitude then it's just downhill from there. We were looking forward to trying your place out and it was just a disappointment and making us feel like we were a bother rather than business let's us know we can spend our money elsewhere. We wish you well but it won't be coming out of our pockets. read more

One of the coziest happy hours I've been to. It's definitely an intimate environment, but if that's what you're going for, this is the place. The drink list is pretty short for hh; the two featured cocktails were old fashioneds and negronis. I opted for the latter and found it very easily drinkable. Some of their signature drinks look much more creative, but I'm not complaining if they do the classics right. Overall, The Belmont Lounge lets you be the center of the moment, and that's a rarer quality in lounges than you might think. read more

Came here with a group of friends two weekends ago for my post-birthday party on a Friday night! We were all dressed up in 1920's fashion because I asked them to - fun fact. We were serviced while waiting for a group-that-was-about-to-leave. After about 10-15 minutes, we were seated at the back with comfy couches and extra chairs for a group of 8. The service was pretty good - we had waiters come and check in on us getting drink orders and water. Dark room but very sophisticated - wine was stacked on one end of the wall. Would come here again if I was in the mood for lounging around. I had an orange cocktail (minus the maple syrup) and it was pretty tasty. Wish this place had more seating - they could definitely fit more. read more

Really cute and cozy spot - ideal for a date night. However the drinks were pretty standard and average. I wouldn't say it was anything too fancy or anything, but the place has a really cozy vibe especially if you get one of the couches read more

"I would rather go into a regular bar or pub whose ambience and atmosphere I like and be fortunate to find a good whiskey that I like, a good scotch and drink--rather than go to a place surrounded by people taking notes. I want to be surrounded by people drinking whiskey, enjoying their lives and listening to good music--" Anthony Bourdain If this speaks to you, then so will the revamped Belmont Lounge (previously Revolution Wine). Co-owners, Mark and Carmen make the perfect owner-operators, he, obsessive at identifying the core-spirit of the spirits and mixers combo for the cocktails, she, radiant sunshine managing the front of the house and putting together their newly expanded food options. For adults, there is no better, less pretentious, higher quality spot on the Hill, maybe in the Seattle-proper. They still have a curated selection of wines, their original and still strong passion, but their expansion into the cocktail and flights world is striking. They bring a diligence and a studied, approachable focus to it, and the result is an interesting but understandable cocktail menu of high-level drinks. read more

Classic and classy without feeling stuffy or snooty. Inside feels like the library you wish you had. Well lit and breezy with comfortable leather couches and plush rugs. We enjoyed HH drinks outside with cheese and charcuterie. All were great with service to match. Would definitely stop in again. read more

We came here hoping for their happy hour, but with the new Covid issues, their happy hour has been suspended. The regular price drinks are about $15 [usually $10 on a happy hour], so it wasn't such a big deal. We pretty much had the inside for a selves, we really like the decor, it made you feel like you were in a nice old fashion library or something of the sort. The servers are pretty pleasant and friendly and the drinks came out really fast. Will definitely check this place out again when next we are in Seattle. read more

I must have been transported into a bizarro universe when I sashayed into this bar that night. Where to begin detailing this rollercoaster ride? Maybe when I asked a question about a menu item and the first bartender told me it was their first day on the job so he fetched another bartender who informed me it was his third day. Okay, whatever, there's a labor shortage right? Sure, let's go with that narrative. So I order an aviation for my buddy who was strapped in for this ride while he went to the restroom. The drink comes out and there's clearly no Violette in it. I ask the bartender what's up with this, and he gives me a story about how the true Aviation doesn't contain Crème de Violette. Now, a little backstory, I've spent a few years behind some bars, the good and bad kind, and I have read about this period where you couldn't easily get Crème de Violette. Before that, it was originally made with it, and I came here to have the version of the cocktail everyone who's had one knows of, not some pretentious pseudo-history lesson. I don't say any of this to the bartender, instead I ask them to make the drink I ordered. They come back with a pink cocktail that still doesn't contain Violette, so I'm assuming they used Crème Yvette, which is a fruiter, less violet substitute. Whatever. Moving on. I proceed to ask for a Last Word and am informed they don't have any kind of Chartreuse. Here I am thinking I'm in a cocktail bar after getting that history lesson I didn't ask for and they don't have Chartreuse. Okay. Now maybe if I was in a small city airport bar, sure, the events of this visit would be probable and less ridiculous, but in a city like Seattle in a neighborhood like Capitol Hill, I wouldn't have expected such a wildly absurd experience. But these are wildly absurd times we're living in. Two stars for the acrid yet unforgettable time spent here. read more

Nice loungy vibe. Small wine selection, and no original cocktails. I got the El Jefe margarita which was pretty good. Pricy for what you're getting and the lack of originality. read more

After an amazing dinner at Harvest Vine, my partner and I went to Belmont (our favorite place) for a "night cap." I have reviewed Belmont in the past but I feel inspired to review again because it is just such a perfect late night/date experience. Our bartender was "Wren" and they made the most delicious espresso martini. The place is still so beautiful and cozy sometimes it's hard to leave! read more

One of the only places in Capitol Hill I go to for a drink...coincidently enough, one of the only places in Cap Hill to have a fro-zay. Prices are a little steep, but the quality is there. They have nice munchies on their happy hour and the staff are really accommodating and laid back. Will definitely come back here a few times before I leave Seattle. read more

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Great ambiance! I remember coming here last summer and having this spectacular drink called frosé, which is by far the best drink in Seattle. They have revamped the place since then and I have come here for the last 2 consecutive days. Because it doesn't get better than this. Their meatballs are on point. And even the deviled eggs are fabulous. You have to try this upbeat place. The service is impeccable too. They are so nice here. read more

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I loved everything about Belmont. The atmosphere, the service, the drinks (best gin and tonic I've had in a long time). Their happy hour wine choices were great as well. Easily a favorite spot. read more