What a cool cocktail bar. The ambience is romantic and intimate with dim lighting. It was a Friday night and we had to put our name down for about a 15 mins wait before two seats opened up at the bar. The bartender we interacted with was awesome. Very knowledgeable and interactive with us. My friend enjoyed his drink - Luna Rojo. Mine was ok. I got the Sakura Blossom which wasn't a great mix of flavors and tasted more like syrup medicine. Besides that, the place was really cool to check out! read more

Canon - Inside - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Friendly staff, chill vibes, but the two drinks from the N/A section of the menu were both really sweet. Negroni was fine, but the current menu isn't for me. read more

Had an overall wonderful time. Drinks were unique and our waitress was awesome! HOWEVER! After the bill came (& we paid), we lingered for a few mins while I finished my drink. Then all of a sudden the "host" guy shows up and attempts to take my drink & water (that I hadn't fully finished)...I said "oh wait, let me finish" ... of which he says "I have people waiting for a table!".... huh? what? Who SAYS that to a paying customer? We lingered probably a total of 5-6 mins after paying, it's not like we were there for 15-30 mins. Very RUDE! read more

This bar is amazing. They really have everything - thousands of bottles. We stopped in for some chartreuse. Having chilled chartreuse on tap is a rarity! read more

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The ambience of canon is beautiful and it's a great place to take a date. The drinks were okay - too sweet and Canon's cannon did not taste that good. Food was normal but expensive for the portion sizes. I'd recommend the drink with the smoke, it had the best flavor and wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. Menu design is really nice and it shows images of what the drinks look like. Service is good and fast. Come here if you want instagrammable options and good vibes. read more

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Exploring Seattle for the next month with a friend who recently moved to the city and was able to snag a seat at Canon on a Friday night. We did have to wait about 15-20 minutes, but the time passed by fairly quickly! There are seats at the bar, a few other high top line seats and a few tables-- so understandable that it fills up quickly! It's quite dark inside, but very cozy and such a cute date night spot! The drinks are all fairly expensive, ranging from $18 to $24. There are also a few drinks that you pay $22 per person (2 to 4 people). We tried the rubicon, el guey, invader and pineapple julep. The cocktails are all fairly alcohol forward, but delicious nonetheless! The rubicon feels like their take on a Last Word-- a great combination of sweet, sour, and herbaceous notes. The El Guey feels like their take on an espresso martini and absolutely delicious. The invader came with a few very intense alcohol infused grapes. The pineapple julep was perfectly sweet and tart and topped off with some powdered sugar. Looking forward to coming here again to try more things off the menu! read more

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My favorite bar in Seattle. Period. The best whiskey bar in Seattle. Period. The most skilled bartenders in Seattle. Period. Its Edison bulb-fueled, bottle-glinting murk is perfect. The clientele are friendly whiskey nerd. Its cocktails are the best on the city. I've been a fan for over a decade. I always order at least two drinks because they are so expertly-crafted and the ambiance is so relaxing and hip. And the prices are not too high. Cocktails are about $20 in Seattle. That's true here too. It's a bit noisy. That's because it's very popular and it's a small space. Come early to get a seat. read more

Canon - Bartender's choice mezcal cocktail - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

During my recent visit to Seattle, my friends and I stopped by Canon for drinks on a Friday afternoon. As expected, the place was packed at 5:30 p.m. We waited outside on the bench and lucky for us, we were able to get seated after waiting only about 20 minutes. Canon excels on multiple fronts. Their drinks are creative and well-balanced, and on top of that, they have playful presentations for many of their specialty cocktails. During our visit, we saw cocktails coming out from behind the bar in Chinese take-out boxes, bath tubs, bath robes, mini shopping carts, and more fun looking vessels. I ordered the "campfire in georgia" and the "backdraft". The first drink arrived covered with a large glass dome. Upon lifting the dome, the fragrance of smoked applewood took over the room. The second drink arrived in a clear fire extinguisher and was dispensed onto a flaming slice of lime sitting on top of a giant cube of clear ice. The theatrics here are simply unmatched. Theatrics aside, the liquor selection here is absolutely massive -- especially whiskeys. If there's a particular spirit you're looking for, there's a good chance you'll be able to find it here. The atmosphere here is loud, so if you're looking for a romantic date spot, you definitely want to look elsewhere since you'll need to speak up loudly for your date to hear you. Overall, I can't wait to stop by Canon again to try more of their cocktails and their food. read more

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Canon is a neat cocktail bar that has some truly delicious drinks. But please note your party size must be 4 or lower (even if some tables can sit more, but house rules!) They have a lengthy line of unique drinks that come in fun cups as well as shareables that so come in cups the shapes of burgers. The Shrouded Roulette is one of the most fun since you give a liquor and flavor and they'll work their magic. The Sakura whiskey drink was delightful - composed well and goes down easy. They also have a few drinks with rare liquor that go for $500 a pop! read more

Absolutely loved my visit here. Very cozy and intimate vibes with rustic decor and warm low lighting. Love how the spirits are displayed and presented. For food, we ordered the broccolini, curry mussels, oysters, kalbi braised short rib, and fried frog legs. Everything was amazing, the kalbi braised short rib in particular was my favorite -- so tender and flavorful. The only disappointing dish was the frog legs, they did not taste fresh. For drinks, we ordered the lawn boy, close harmony, bachelors rose, and bocana. Loved the lawn boy, presentation was fantastic. Bachelors rose was also really good and smooth, and close harmony was refreshing. Bocana was a bit too overpowering for me. Overall, quite impressed with this place and loved my visit here! read more

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My friends I came here for drinks while visiting the city. We had to wait to be seated, but dont think it was too long. This is a cozy (tight when really crowded) bar, that has a familial vibe with an underground look and wide selection of cocktails and bottles to boot. Plus staff willing to throw a smile or two in between slangin drinks. Everyone in our group liked there cocktails, and we had a nice time while there. Drinks - I had the Lawn Boy. I was impressed with the science along with the taste of the drink. It has bubbles that replicate a bubble bath, that don't melt, in a minuture clawfoot tub. I would return for the people watching and a trying another drink on there long menu. Or asking on of the artisan bartenders to create something special for me. read more

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I am so happy my friend brought me into this little gem! I was visiting Seattle with my mom so I had a short night to hang out with a couple of my friends. We came close to the end of the night and I'm so glad we did! The menu, the ambiance, and the drinks were all so much fun! You get a little "preview" of your drink on the menu because they actually have a thumbnail drawing of what your cocktail looks like. I didn't think twice and immediately went for the little astronaut, it was SO FREAKING CUTE! The drink was good and sparkly heehee Our shared goal was to try almost all the signature cocktails ... and we almost did HAHAHAHA I have to say, the Lawn Boy was our favorite but Ground Control definitely won my heart hahaha The Whole Paycheck was very intense... and I come from Vegas HAHA A little sad we went so late so I couldn't try any of the food items but I'm anticipating my return ...(whenever that will be) Highly recommend this place! We were so immersed in our conversation I didn't get a chance to really speak with the server. She probably thought we were raging alcoholics ordering 6-7 cocktails .... HAHAH read more

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This place was such a jewel to come and visit! They are on the list of top 50 bars in the nation to visit, and I completely understand why!! We came in without a reservation hoping we could catch a seat at the bar or just slide in on the list, and thankfully we were able to do just that! Bobby, the manager greeted us as we entered and told us it would be a short wait for a table, and that it was! We were sat at a cute little table in the corner and the ambiance of this place is warm, cozy, chill, yet good vibes only! They're known for all the great choices in basically everything! You're surrounded by very kind of whiskey and bourbon you could think of! So many many options. The menu is basically a book, and there's so many house made cocktails that they've created you could chose from! The fun part of the experience is the variety of glassware or tubs that the drinks come in!! Bobby suggested a gin cocktail for me that was my most favorite drink of my entire trip to Seattle! It was light, foamy, smooth, delectable!!!! Such a cool fun spot and the music!! The music was a winner winner, we didn't want to leave. Such a great mix of 90s hip hop! read more

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Had a great experience at Canon! We went on a Sunday at 7 PM and were seated immediately. We ordered the Lawn Boy, Leave It to Me, and the duck confit dumplings. The dumplings were tasty, but the Lawn Boy was definitely our favorite--it even came in an adorable little tub cup! A lot of their drinks from the innovation list had fun, creative presentations, which added to the experience. The ambiance was warm and intimate, making it a perfect spot for a date. Our server was friendly and attentive, checking in on us regularly. Overall, a great spot for cocktails and a unique vibe--definitely planning to come back! read more

Canon - Chill Pill and Bocana - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This has been on my list of places to try for a while. The vibe is great. Very cool space and an amazing drink menu. If you are feeling confident or adventurous, they have so many options to make any drink you can imagine. Everyone we interacted with was friendly and helpful. read more

Canon - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A fun vibe with an extensive cocktail menu but some missed execution. We dropped in around 6:30 on a Friday night and there were a couple parties ahead of us on the waitlist. It was a chilly wait outside, but we were seated in a cozy corner booth after about a half hour. The cocktail list was long and had a lot of variety with an emphasis on whiskey and chartreuse. We ordered our drinks and some pork belly bao buns. The buns came out before our drinks which was funny but they must have just been backed up with cocktail orders. Both drinks were slightly off, with my Xanthia having a slight medicinal taste and my partners being overpoweringly smokey, they were interesting combos but didn't really elevate the ingredients. The bao buns had a great bun and sauce but the pork belly slices were way too thick and mostly just a mouthful of fat. Again there were some great elements but the execution just wasn't there. read more

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Known as one of the world's top 50 bars, it was a no brainer to check out Canon when my friends and I visited Seattle. It is located in the Cherry Hill area near downtown. We took an Uber here, but street parking is available. There are other bars in the area and it seemed like a pretty hoppin' area of town. Reservations are available per se but deposits are required. They like to think of themselves as a first come first serve type place though. This place is tiny as in there isn't alot of seating. They will not take parties of more than four (which we were). If you have a large party, they only offer a buyout of the bar for the night. We were very fortunate to only have to wait for a short amount of time once we arrived without a reservation. Be prepared to be right up on your neighboring tables. Bobby was the manager on duty but he basically took care of us all night. Such a knowledgeable dude and super friendly. Inside is dark with an exposed brick wall. Well, what wall you can see. Most of the other walls are stacked high with the most impressive spirits collection I have ever seen. It is literally floor to ceiling of everything you can think of from liquor to wine. They even have lockers around the establishment as well as in the bathrooms. The ambience was chill but they had an awesome playlist of music at just the right level to where you can still have a conversation with your peeps. Not only is this an amazing bar, but they also do serve food. We did not partake this time around because we had been eating our way through Seattle since we landed. We came for drinks and that we did. They have a drink menu with wine, beer, ciders, classic drinks and some of their own creations. They also have shareable size drinks as well as vintage drinks that will cost you an arm and a leg to drink because they use rare spirits. The drinks here are already on the spendy side which made me feel fancy enough. Their own creation cocktails are super unique and every drink is served in different ways. Some are very playful like a drink in a bathtub or a Chinese takeout container. Browse the menu and see what tickles your fancy. I was a bit overwhelmed and couldn't decide on anything in particular. I ended up getting the Kaos Theory which was a brandy inspired drink served in a little ball like glass. It was very tasty. My friends and I had to take a sip of each other's drinks and everything was delicious. I especially loved one of their gin drinks that we still rave about to this day. Overall, I can see why this is ranked as one of the best bars in the world. You get fancy cocktails but don't feel like you are in some super bougey establishment. We are already planning on coming back the next time we are in town. Can't wait! read more

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Came here for a group of 5 and was very dismissive on the seating rules. It doesn't take a lot to be kind and understanding. We were willing to split the tables but the host was VERY rude. We were raving about coming to Canon for our team outing from work (also from service industry) and was left with lots of disappointment. read more

Great speakeasy with a variety of spirits and fun drinks! Only problem is that the staff is pretty unfriendly and seem a bit rude at times. It's a small place so I understand that they want to get you in and out, but just be prepared to feel a bit rushed. Although the drinks are on the pricier side, these are some of the best drinks in Seattle. Most of them are spirit forward and strong so you probably won't need as many drinks as you would at another bar either. A prime example of this is Canon's Cannon which is extra aged, strong whiskey with a bit of florality from the botanicals. Very good but only if you really like whiskey. I've tried a bunch of their innovation cocktails and none of them have been bad. Some of them are on the weird side like the Cocktail Pho-natic, but it was still tasty. I really liked the Lawn Boy and the Ground Control which were on the fruitier side. They also sell housemade bitters here which work amazingly in a home bar. read more

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A fun spot serving up whimsical drinks -- Canon is one of my favorite bars in the city! They have a huge list of spirits and tons of cool creations. The ambiance is lovely and the staff is great at making recommendations too. My personal standout was the Lawn Boy. Pro tip: they generally don't take reservations, but you can make one and buy a ticket that gets put towards the cost of your drink! read more

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Walked in with a group of 5 was told couldn't seat more then 4. The bar lounge seats were fully opened suggested to split on the seats the host said we don't do that you can go next door to tavern. The host had such a rude attitude from the start when he saw 5 of us. He could have been respectful about it. Don't understand a business that doesn't want service it was my brothers birthday and we were ready to drop some money at this establishment. I never write bad reviews about a business like this but this was mind blowing the way they treat customers, his tone from the start was too rude. read more

One of my favorite parts of this Seattle trip. We were able to put our name down at 9:30p on a Saturday and waited ~20 minutes to get in, but I think we definitely got lucky because we saw people get turned away later in the night. Service was super friendly, and drinks were fun and innovative. Interior wasn't too loud and it was cool to look at the incredible amount of bottles decorating the space. Served in a bathtub, the Lawn Boy was both a treat to look at and drink. As a gin cocktail with peach foam, it was fruity and sweet. The oysters were fantastic as well, clean tasting and sweet with the cucumber flavor that Taylor's Shellfish is known for. Can't wait for the next time I'm back in the city so I can visit Canon again. read more

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One of our most fun and memorable stops during our 4 days in Seattle! The innovation section of the drink menu did not disappoint and despite having only 40 minutes we all were able to thoroughly study the drink menu and knock back 2 cocktails each. The vessels the cocktails were served in were all quite photo worthy and a lot of fun! For folks who enjoy a cool vibe, extensive drink menu and drinking out of a canon, this place is worth the visit. read more

Canon has been on my list for the whole 6 years I've lived in Seattle, and I just never went due to price. I finally tried it with a friend, and while the cocktail was great, I don't know if I would return since the total bill was $30+/drink after tax/tip. I would still recommend trying since the drinks are interesting, but the ambiance was a little too small (and thus loud) for conversation during date night or catching up with another person! Staff was incredibly friendly though and answered questions about the cocktails well! read more

Canon - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had to visit this place because of its reputation for spirits and even though we're not heavy drinkers, it was fun to look through the 185 page book and then pick a Scotch. We also had the bartender whip up his own creation based on a request for bourbon and he did a great job. The ambience is great! Good people and we were able to sit right at the bar. It was fun. read more

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Great cocktail bar vibe with creative drinks! We loved all the drinks we tried and the presentation on each was unique! The atmosphere is buzzy and perfect for a cocktail bar. The only issue was the space is pretty limited so the wait for a table can be long, especially for a larger group. read more

Canon - Cocktails - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What is there to say about a bar that has notoriety? Most folks seeing reviews will know what they are getting into. Their cocktails are stellar and their list of available liquor is beyond comprehension. What i love is that the staff is attentive to a degree that is beyond what I expect. For my taste even an old fashioned is a little on the sweet side and so I normally order it to index less on that flavor. 99% of the time they nail it as expected but this one time the bar miss-read the ticket, and while the cocktail wasn't to my taste our server came by and said, "hey, we messed up and brought me a new one". It was beyond expectation for them to be that proactive and was nice for me to not have to flag someone down. 10/10. They have also been instrumental to my whiskey exploration. I can go in and say "I like x type of whiskey, what do you have that is 2 steps adjacent to it that I should try?" I've expanded my palate and found new favorites this way. In the end, the bar is more than fun cocktails and an extensive liquor list. It is a passion and it shows. read more

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One thing about me is I loooove a good fun cocktail. This place definitely lived up to the hype! I had the opportunity to try Canon on a recent trip to Seattle. We walked in without a reservation, but being there the night before a holiday (July 3rd) may have made it much more crowded than usual. We ended up waiting around 30-40 mins for 2 before being seated at one of their bar tables. We tried 2 drinks in total (there's always $$$$$ in the banana stand & lawn boy), along with a few food items (bread with honey/ whipped butter, panzanella salad, bun bo hue tagliatelle). Wish I looked up what a panzanella salad was before ordering because we were pleasantly surprised when it was mostly bread chunks and not a typical "salad" (still yummy tho!) Drinks were decently strong with fun presentation and great flavor. Service was quick and the whole place was overall a pretty intimate, comforting vibe fellow guests included, which makes sense because they don't allow parties of 4+. Would definitely come back to try the other drinks! read more

Canon - Panzanella salad - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Had a great time here! The ambiance is amazing. My wife and I had a double date night here with some friends. This place sends you back in time almost. The whiskey/bourbon list is one of the largest I've ever seen. Highly recommend the back bar. :-) read more

Wow, what a unique spot! Popped in for date night and the wait was about 20 minutes on a weekday evening. These drinks are second to none and some of the most creative cocktails I've ever seen! Who knew I needed to try schezuan spice in my drink but it was life changing! The cocktail menu is impressive in itself, but there's also a very extensive list of all different types of alcohol. It's wall to wall, floor to ceiling bottles in there! Be prepared to pay for the atmosphere and intricate drinks - worth the price but we had some sticker shock when we first sat down. Will be back! read more

Canon has the best cocktails I've had in Seattle!! We got there on Friday evening around 5 pm and got seated at the bar after waiting for around 29 minutes. You can make a reservation in advance, they don't allow parties of more than 4. Our bartender was extremely knowledgeable about different spirits and we enjoyed talking to him about it. We ordered the phonatic, Mrs eales's receipt and campfire in Georgia. All the drinks were really impressive with layered flavors. Drinks are on the pricier side (~$24) but totally worth the price. They also have a huge selection of spirits (around 4000) including rare stuff. read more

Canon - Pho-natic and mrs eales receipt - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is probably one of my favorite new bars I've tried. The drinks were all really good and I had no complaints or critiques whatsoever. We would probably give the food a try next time and have some snacks. The drink menu is very unique too so there's something for everyone - including non-alcoholic/NA drinks. The servers were attentive and helpful. They had great recommendations as well. We walked up around 7ish on a Saturday for 2 and only had to wait about 20 minutes or so. We were at the standing bar table first until a table opened which was fine with us. It's a pretty cool space, though it's very small and cozy. The sheer number of bottles everywhere is kind of mind blowing. It's lively and fun as a date night spot or a group spot. That said, it is on the pricier end of drink spots ($22 average per cocktail) . I just felt the quality was good enough that I didn't mind the price tag. TLDR: would definitely go back for the unique drinks and snacks and be prepared for the price tag. read more

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Seattle, Capitol Hill. August 2023. If you like, I mean really like whiskey, then you will make a pilgrimage here. This is not a watering hole, not a boogie cocktail lounge. It is a mecca for almost any (non Asian) whiskey you wanted to try but couldn't find anywhere else. Their spirits list is thick book long. Trying to scroll or read through to find something that interests you will confuse you or make you blind. Do everyone a favor and have something in mind before you walk in the door. They can do any kind of cocktail you desire but something from their Innovations list will be visually fun and tasty. Try Whole Paycheck if you like, or don't like what Amazon has done to Whole Foods Market. And don't overlook the food. It is better than most places. A rabbit confit taquito made w blue corn and served w a mole from one of the chef's family recipes will surprise you. The bartenders are confidently good and helpful. The crowd can get intense but everyone is respectful. A worthwhile visit for those new to or knowledgeable about cocktails and spirits. read more

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Best bar in Seattle, hands down. You walk in and you feel like you are in a sacred sexy library of sorts. Everything we tasted here is amazing. My husband and I are on a quest to taste Old Fashioned Cocktails in bars wherever we go. Canon has the best OF drinks. They dont use ice in their Old Fashioned cocktails, which is how it is supposed to be (ice dilutes). Beyond the Old Fashion, they have amazing cocktails. From the classics, to the rare (vintage bottles pulled from their cellars), to the whimsical (a new Ken-inspired drink). The food is also amazing, a great acompanyment to their drinks. Lastly, the bartenders are amazing. So knowlegable and creative. Experts in their craft but still approachable (and not pretentious). read more

Canon - Sexy library vibes - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This place is amazing if you're a whiskey lover. The Canon's Canon is fire. Being from California, the service was excellent and the drinks were amazing. Highly recommend. Jake was excellent. read more

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I have come here multiple times over the course of 3 years. I loved this place so much, recommended it to all of my friends, and made sure to dine in each time my partner visits. Unfortunately today was the last time I will come to canon. Today, my parents went in to sit as a couple, and 2 of my friends and I went in to sit as a group of 3. The host tried to turn us away multiple times, even though we insisted we were happy to sit as completely separate groups. I nicely asked if there was any time we could wait as there was an open table that also accommodated 5 people, and the host coldly and rudely claimed there was nothing they could do, telling us to leave. The host also told us not to communicate with my parents from across the room if seated separately. When inside, the host and other employees were constantly watching us. I did not appreciate this treatment whatsoever, especially as a repeat customer bringing in more business. Overall, this felt very hostile and uncomfortable for all parties involved. read more

My friend and I stumbled upon Canon one Friday around 7 pm and thought we'd check out the wait situation. In the past I've waited over 2 hours for a table but we got lucky and there was a table for 2 available immediately. We decided to kick things off with the "HORSE" drink because it sounded intriguing. The drink came in this adorable basketball-shaped glass, complete with a mini hoop attached. What's more, it came with mango boba on the side, so we could actually play a game of H.O.R.S.E with the boba, using our spoons to shoot them into the hoop. For our next round, my friend got the "Stick it" and I went for the "Pop art." We were really liked the "Stick it" glass, which was shaped like a cactus. As for the drink itself, the combo of mezcal and prickly pear was unbeatable and totally lived up to its reputation. The "Pop art" had a great mix of flavors, with a nice little kick that didn't overwhelm. One thing we loved about Canon was the intimate vibe. We had a blast sitting at the bar, where the friendly bartenders not only made us feel welcome but also put on a show as they whipped up and shook our drinks. It added a fun twist to our visit. read more

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The atmosphere is really nice. They have a very creative cocktail menu and a giant selection of bourbon and whiskeys. Maybe the biggest I've ever seen. read more

I've been wanting to try this spot since I turned 21, and I'm so happy I finally made it. The space is so thoughtfully designed and the staff are fantastic. The drinks are so creative and fun and there's truly an option to make everyone happy. I got the Whole Paycheck and LOVED it. It's a stiff and delicious drink, served creatively! The H.O.R.S.E. was also delicious, super fun, the mango boba was an unexpected and very nice addition. I didn't personally try it but another member of my group loved the Groot Beer Float. All around insanely good, inventive drinks, and I can't wait to go back! read more

Canon - whole paycheck, groot beer float - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A Seattle staple. Perfect for a night when you're in the mood to spend a good buck for top quality cocktails with a side of creativity. The bar itself is small in size so usually a wait is to be expected, and street parking can sometimes be difficult in this area. They also have a nice selection of food on the menu if you're hungry. Canon, please add the bone marrow back to the menu, it was so fire and I miss it! read more

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