Deep Dive is my favorite cocktail bar in Seattle. The decor is incredible: Very speakeasy vibes, and every detail feels thoughtful and elevated. The whole space has this intimate, luxurious atmosphere that makes the experience feel special the moment you walk in. We tried the Japanese Breakfast, which is a savory cocktail and such a pleasant surprise. It genuinely has miso soup notes. It's very unique and creative. I also had El Boho (flavorful but not overly sweet). The staff are always friendly and very knowledgeable when it comes to recommending drinks. The prices are on the higher end, but personally I think they're totally worth it for the creativity and overall experience. This is the spot I bring all my out-of-town friends to because the ambiance, vibes, and drinks are just that good. Truly one of Seattle's gems. read more

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I've been looking forward to visiting the bar for weeks. Finally got a time and reservation time I preferred was available. We arrive and get seated. The First Gentleman was attentive and we got our drinks and an appetizer timely. We ordered our second appetizer with our first server and thats where the service deteriorated. I could hear the table next to us ordered the exact same appetizer as we did 10-15 mins after we did and a new server who must had just clocked in brings them the order literally within 2-3 mins later and the male commented, "oh that was fast" and I thought to myself they got our order. Another 10-15 mins go by and I had to ask "do you know how long our order will take to which she seemed to get annoyed. It could have my energy because by that time I was annoyed. I'm not sure what happened to our original server but he must have gotten off. About 5-10 mins goes by and here it comes. That confirmed the table next to us got our order because of how long it took. They never apologized for their mistake. Doing all that time they never came back to see if we would like another drink. I had to flag someone down. The clincher was we got our bill and there was 22% service charge. That was on me because if I would have seen it I might not have gone. I'm not a fan of automatically charging a service charge. I'm a great tipper but it must be earned. By than I was really annoyed and thought to have a conversation with the manager but let it go. I would not go back. The craft cocktails are spendy but I had no problem with that because they're creative and they earned it by being creative. But the energy and the environment wasn't like the other speak easy bars I visited. It was boring and to top it off the service charge of 22% and the service that came with it sealed it for me. Make sure to read the website on their thought around the 22%. read more

I had about 45 minutes until a nearby appointment and was near the Amazon Spheres. I recalled there was a hidden bar inside the Spheres so I walked around the block until I found Deep Dive. The entrance is along a pathway to an simple door with a hard to read bar name on the door. Not really a speakeasy per se but definitely that vibe. Once inside, you go down a ramp and around a corner to the very dark and windowless lounge. There are about 9-10 seats at the bar and several tables filling out the space. There is very interesting decorations throughout the venue. The pheasant under glass being the first decoration I saw. I noticed that there are several other taxidermized animals under glass along the bar. In fact, my seat ended up being directly in front of a squirrel under glass. Unusual decor. The tables and bar were mostly occupied yet even without reservations, I was seated rapidly by the host at the bar and immediately offered a choice of sparkling or still water. This is a nice European touch I observed. I chose sparkling water. Then I perused the menu and chose a Bourbon Old Fashioned cocktail as this place screams hard liquor to me. My cocktail was very tasty and done up well by the professional bartender. I was happy to have finally tried Deep Dive and can see this place being a great spot for clandestine meetings or a drink and a bite to eat before going to a show nearby. It is pretty pricey as my one drink with tip was about $37. Not for the faint of heart. read more

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This was such a hidden gem that chat gpt recommended for us. We went twice while on vacation! Such a cool experience and drinks were top tier. Great service 10/10 read more

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This was a pretty big disappointment if you are factoring in price 129 for 4 drinks with auto gratuity for a party of 4 Service, host was great and introducing us and getting us seated. But the rest of the team felt like it was more of a chore to check up on us. Quality of experience felt detached from the restaurant since we were tucked away at the bottom of the ramp. It was dark and felt secluded from what we would have liked to see for a first impression. We understand that we didn't have a reservation so this might have contributed to the low quality experience. Would love to give this place another try in the future since there's a lot of good reviews but we'd definitely recommend reconsidering if you're looking to walk in. Overall, expectations were low since we knew we wanted drinks and to hangout for a bit on a slow Sunday Our host was great at checking in and bringing drinks to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday after we informed the second bartender/server who replied with a "uhh yeah" after asking if they did anything for birthdays. Seemed off as a response and didn't really looked like they cared, aside from our host. Felt like it was more of a nuisance that we were stopping by from the team's demeanor. Judging from the restaurant's aesthetics it's definitely romantic and has that rich feeling to it. The drinks were well made and the Oaxaca old fashion is my favorite. Might be worthwhile to check it out with a reservation, but again we'd advise against walk ins if you want to have a memorable first experience. read more

Deep Dive - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Our friend took us to this spot, he said it used to be a speakeasy cocktail bar, and it's right under the Amazon Spheres. Reservations are available for parties of up to 6. I would recommend walking in and getting on the waitlist as soon as possible. It took us around 1.5 hr to get seated. All the drinks were unique and tasted amazing. They just launched a new menu recently. The drinks were balanced, and the presentation looked great. The only thing that caught us off guard when closing out the tab was that there is a 22% service charge. read more

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An old high school buddy was up from Portland and recommended this place, an old stomping ground that they carried him out of on more than one occasion. It's a dive. An elegant mess. It's dark. It looks filthy, but it's not. They have a huge selection of libations that reads more like a book than a menu. The prices are a bit on the steep side, but they serve an excellent drink and the atmosphere is extremely intimate and kickin'. They also offer a few small plates, if you like. The waitstaff is incredibly tuned in and to their credit, in their menu, they have a clear message that they'll be charging a 22% service charge that the business will be keeping 100% of. No transparency. All above board. They don't expect or charge gratuities, but you are more than welcome to leave one. You can bet we did. 05/25 read more

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Love me a swanky cocktail lounge! The space is dark, sexy, sophisticated. Staff are friendly and helpful in answering questions about the menu. The cocktails I tried were both fab- rifs on classics, nicely balanced. We split a few small plates- the oysters are $$ but the best I've had in a long time. I'd skip the burrata which didn't have any of the pickled rhubarb or salt flavor that the menu teased, but the smoked salmon dip was a winner. Cocktail tables are tiny and there's really not room for more than one plate of food at a time. The reservation is only for 90 minutes, so plan strategically if you plan to order food and more than one round of drinks. It's definitely pricey, and it seems like you need a reservation even early on a Tuesday, so plan ahead if you check it out. read more

Deep Dive - Woven Web - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Great place for a fun drink experience! The food was yummy, fantastic hama hama oysters and a delicious flourless brownie. Drinks were exciting and if you are overwhelmed by choice or unsure of what you'll like, the server will ask your taste and deliver something spot on! The vibe is the best, low lighting and seamless decor make for an intriguing atmosphere - always something to look at! Take your time looking around inside, appreciating the interior is half the draw, in my opinion. Also delicious lighting for bathroom selfies if you are so inclined. :) read more

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Space is stunning, so sexy and romantic. Service was phenomenal, very attentive and great with suggestions. Only real ick was the 22% service charge that the receipt states the restaurant retains. I interpreted that as it does not go to tip so if you want to tip you have to add gratuity on top of the already 22% charge, which is obscene. Besides that would def recommend. read more

innovative menu, cool ambiance for sure. drinks are expensive. service was pretty good. i'd go back 100%. read more

Deep Dive - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love their robust menu and my drink 'Afternoon Tea' was phenomenal. I love that this bar has a very low key presence but once you're in it the impactful experience lingers around. Very friendly staff with accommodating service and care as well. 10/10! read more

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This is an upscale cocktail lounge located right under the Amazon spheres. The place is dimly lit with quirky but interesting decor and gives off a sophisticated vibe. My group made reservations for a Friday night and we were seated promptly in a semi-private room. The menu offers a great selection of cocktails that cater to people with different tastes. My friend asked our server to surprise her with a light and fruity cocktail and she surprised us all with a cocktail in a cat shaped cup called Farrah's Foster. It turned out to be exactly what my friend was looking for! I ordered the El Boho which was also very light and fruity. Another friend ordered the Cortisone which was also delicious. Funny enough, the girls liked their drinks but the guys didn't lol. I don't think you can go wrong with the drinks here as long as you know what you like. The cocktails here are on the pricier side and they also include a 22% gratuity on top of your bill, but we enjoyed our time here and I think it's worth checking out. read more

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This speakeasy is in the middle of the Amazonian balls (iykyk) and it's a very cute and small place that utilizes the space it has very well. Dimly lit, not too loud, fancy interior design, this is a great spot to go for after dinner drinks in Seattle. The drink menu is arranged in a way that the first few pages have drinks with a lower alcohol content and as you turn the pages further, the alcohol content gets stronger, allowing you to choose how you want the rest of your night to go. I ordered the Puerto Escondido and it came in a very cute pink cat mug with a hole in the back for the straw and liquid to pour into. Very fun cocktail lounge atmosphere. read more

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Seattle Cocktail Tour Stop #948347 Swung by here and it was a bit of a double whammy cause ive never been to the amazon spheres when visiting home. Very dark and moody kinda spot, but its super nice. They do have food to go along w those cocktails, but I will say the cocktails here on a bit pricey, so you may only find yourself coming here to try 1 or 2 per visit, but I can say the one I got was pretty damn good. I guess you could also say the drinks here are great for the gram as well. The place was giving big time date vibes, but also it seemed like there were a bunch of amazon meetings with teams or clients around us lol. Worth a try. Check this spot out for their cocktails. read more

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We were able to drop in without a reservation and were charmed by the interior. Dark and moody, nicely curated decor - perfect spot to treat yourself to a curated cocktail and a small plate. We really enjoyed the fresh mozzarella appetizer although service from the kitchen was quite slow. Enjoyed the creative cocktail menu and we will definitely bring friends here when we have visitors from out of town. It's nice to have a niche experience to indulge ourselves once in a while. read more

Amazing ambiance that I've been looking for. It's dark and moody like an eccentric collector's library. The service was lovely too, though the night we went we were one of the few parties there. The cocktail list is imaginative and extensive. read more

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To rate this place in 3 words - elegant, stunning and dim-lit. But now let's *deep dive* into a more in-depth review. Located on the side/below the Amazon Spheres, it was quite difficult to find. Reservations open 2 weeks in advance and I strongly suggest to make one! The place was rather small and intimate. Luckily we got a booth and we all ordered 1 round of drinks. The name of the drinks were really interesting and creative with the "deep dive' theme. Because of it's small ambiance, eavesdropping on conversations nearby was inevitable. Out of all the speakeasies and bars in Seattle, this was definitely one of my favorites! read more

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We were lucky to stumble upon this bar at the last minute. Despite it being a Saturday night, it wasn't too busy, and we were able to grab seats at the bar without a reservation. The interior had a unique charm with strong speakeasy vibes--very atmospheric and inviting. We ordered the salmon dip and tried a variety of cocktails. For me, The Deep End was the standout of the night--a perfect finishing touch. The bartender was clearly skilled and knowledgeable, and my girlfriend ordered a custom drink off the menu that turned out fantastic. Absolutely a place I'd come back to--again and again. read more

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Used them for Newport Beach Christmas boat parade and service was great! Definitely would use them again.

Like how? How are they 4 stars? The drinks are no bueno? Prices are insane. $30 a drink. They couldn't make a Cosmo and it's a 22% service charge wth! Really? Place was insanely crazy? Wait was 3+ hours for what? Luckily it was just me and got in without a wait! But really? Who would want to come here for crappy drinks? Service? And prices? read more

My friend brought me here for my birthday and we had a great experience! I enjoyed the dark vibe. We tried a couple of different drinks (love how the menu is divided into the different zones of the sea depending on the main liquor) that were recommended by our servers based on our preferences. My only complaint (but not really) is that my friend's drinks were both served more creatively whereas my bourbon/whiskey ones were rather plain. We also tried their cannoli, which wasn't sweet at all - not my favorite because I have a sweet tooth but it might be for you if you prefer a non-sweet dessert. read more

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The ambience is nice. The drinks are OK. Price tag is not the best. The waiter I had he was OK I felt as though he came across a little rude as I was a tourist and wanted to visit the peers and wanted to see what a speakeasy was like so I decided to book a reservation. Once I have my reservation, Parking was free as I was there on the weekend. Once I came in the hostess lady who greeted me was nice. However, my waiter on the other hand he wasn't the nicest. I went solo so maybe he thought I was waiting for someone but after 15 minutes yikes. He passed me a few times and I had to let him know I was ready. I told him my favorite drink was a lemon drop and he immediately let me know this was not the place for that type of drink. In those exact words...I was shocked because it was a full bar and I know that I may not be able to get that exact drink but definitely something sweet. He had let me know that none of the drinks on the menu were sweet, which I found a little surprising. He did recommended one to me that he felt was the most sweet. Guess what... it was sweet and I didn't have an issue with the actual drink. I just didn't like the service that I receive there as a tourist and someone who travels/reviews foods often. I was shocked. If you're looking for ambience and pictures. Good luck with that as well because when I whipped out my phone to take pictures, the same waiter let me know that I was not able to take pictures and I later found out that I could take pictures just without the flash so he kinda ruined the whole experience for me. I would not be back and you're not missing out on anything. This place could improve on customer service. The drinks are expensive already, so it would be nice to have some better customer service. read more

Deep Dive - Menu - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A favorite cocktail bar of ours. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because we walked in right after it opened one night before a concert and we were asked if we had a reservation. We didn't because it was a last minute decision to go there because we were early to our concert. There were plenty of tables and spaces open that we could see. He told us that we could sit but he needed our spot after 45 minutes. We accepted as that was all the time we had anyway. Moments after he sat us at our small table, he told us that the party who had reserved our table cancelled so we could stay longer than 45 minutes. We ordered some cocktails that were excellent. As well as a charcuterie board of delectable cheeses and meats. We took our time and I orders another cocktail before we closed out our bill. Charcuterie was amazing! It's kind of a speak easy in the way it's not easy to find. It's under the Amazon Spheres with a single door. It has a dark cool vibe. More expensive than other places I've been but if you value great cocktails, this is a must do in downtown Seattle. If you can get in without a reservation. So make one. read more

Group of 4, no reservation and was seated near the host. Enjoyed the cocktails and service. Particularly, I ordered the Matcha cocktail and loved the settle taste. Would come again :) read more

Deep Dive - Oishii Nei! - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Pretty cool that it's inside the Amazon sphere. Pretty easy to find. Place does close at 11pm which seems early. Got the ume have another and oishi neri. Both were ok. Also got the caviar service which was ok. Thought it was odd to be paired with potatoes chips though. Im just used to bilinis. Also if you want more potato chips it's $16. read more

This place is phenomenal. Surprised to find such an exclusive feel bar/lounge in Seattle. It's a speakeasy style located inside/under the Spheres. It's beautiful, dim and romantic. Food selections limited but very unique. Drinks were great. Service was good although our server felt a bit stuffy and serious. read more

Deep Dive - Fancy Seattle dog. Didn't like the red caviar on top. - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Went to check out this speak easy vibe bar at the Amazon spheres and it was a really cool location and ambience! We went pretty early at 5:30 and got seated without a reservation. There was a large variety of drinks on the menu, though I felt my drink ultimately didn't taste as unique as the description was. We also unfortunately had the waiter break a glass in front of us and got a shard on my skin - they were really apologetic however but that did ruin my experience overall. All cocktails were priced at $20 which was nice. Overall still worth checking out! read more

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I was visiting a friend who suggested we go to Deep Dive because she has tried to go multiple times and it was always full. We arrived just as they were opening on a Friday at 5p and were able to get a table for two. It is a "speakeasy" of sorts, so it wasn't obvious to me how to find it...but it's also not that tough since the entrance is visible from the sidewalk. The bar is beautiful with an old-fashioned feel to it - lots of dark wood, dim lighting and patrons and bar staff generally dressed up. It's an intimate space so we were sitting pretty close to the table next to us. I'm not much of a cocktail person, but I ordered the Hush Money, a champagne cocktail, which was exactly as the server described. read more

Despite arriving on a Sunday evening, this place was still quite busy. We managed to get seated at the bar. Both of our drinks had excellent presentation and tasted delicious! This is an ideal date spot for those seeking a relaxed and intimate atmosphere, with a wide selection of drinks and excellent service. I'll definitely plan to come back to try their other offerings! read more

Deep Dive - Interior - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This place is super busy with wait time from 1hour to 2 hour. We went on a Thursday at 9pm waited for 1 hour. The cocktails were great! The service was great as well. But the standout was the ambience and the feel of this bar. It was work the wait! read more

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We went to Deep Dive on Monday night at 7:15 PM for a quick drink before getting dinner. We love the ambiance here-lots of low lighting and curios here. Their menu is well organized-we like how they sectioned their cocktails by descriptions of how we wanted our cocktails to feel. We split two cocktails, the Don Roberto (tequila/banana/chile amaro) and Old Man and the Sea (whiskey/nori/soy). Both of these are absolute winners-the Don Roberto is delicious with a little bit of funk, and Old Man and the Sea is unique-this was my favorite cocktail of the two. I wouldn't think to have nori or soy in a cocktail but it was well executed! Our only wish was that they had a little basket/hamper for the bathroom's hand towels-it is GORGEOUS and we didn't know where to put them. The fact that is our only tweak to this experience means it was truly special. We would go back in a heartbeat. read more

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Not like a regular "dive bar" that I know haha This is a Pretty cool hidden/speakeasy bar that located right inside of the amazon sphere .You can see yourself being one of the characters in one of those Harry Potter series when you sit in this bar and enjoy their drinks. Service and drinks were 100/100 excellent. There only one tiny thing that I should mention is the place is pretty small. The seatings were cramped and while I was there my chair was kicked 3 times. Proceed with caution and if the small space doesn't bother you then this place is worth your patronage . read more

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After a team dinner, we decided on a whim to stop by for drinks, and were pleasantly surprised. This place is located inside the Spheres in SLU (look for an inconspicuous door on the corner of 7th and Lenora St. The interior is super fun, a bit of a crossover between Jules Verne and Lewis Carroll, and gives you an occasion to dress up, should you wish so. We did not have a reservation, although one is highly recommended, but got super lucky with the timing, and ended up in the "library" - which is a perfect space for a business happy hour or just a slightly bigger group. The menu has a a pretty decent selection of non-alcoholic drinks in addition to a wide and creative drinks list. The service was very attentive-yet-not hovering, which is the optimal combo. All in all, highly recommended. read more

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This place has a cool vibe but they way over charged me... AND put a mandatory 22% service charge on bill but never told me - so I tipped them twice. I hate when they do that. read more

Great speakeasy ambiance and a great selection of cocktail menus (quite overwhelming TBH for the first time). I was looking for a refreshing one and Goma Gimlet was a perfect choice - refreshing yet multi layered flavor. Want to come back to try more. read more

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We had a great time at Deep Dive! The reservations were made a few weeks in advance to ensure we could get in. We were seated right away and were blown away instantly by the decor and ambiance. Every employee we interacted with was lovely, attentive, and knew their stuff. My husband and I ordered two drinks a piece. Two were off their premade cocktail menu. I ordered the kitten heel which was very "sprucy" and floral. It was well made but I may try something different next time. Then I got a simple gin gimlet -- it was delightful and clean. My husband wanted to get a blackberry scotch drink, but they were out so they made an off menu drink called The Lions Mane which blew his mind. Loved that they were able to whip something up for him based on what he was looking for! For food we both ordered the tasting menu. Every dish was very thoughtful and built out a delicious culinary story. The steak with turnip puree and watermelon radish was the star of the show. Only "ding" was the burnt basque cheesecake with seasonal fruit. The cheesecake was scrumptious but they topped it with frozen strawberries like what are typically used on ice cream sundaes. We expected fresh fruit for a $75 per person experience. The overwhelming sweetness was not good. At the end of the night we paid about $300 after tip. This is totally a once or twice a year spot. We'll certainly be bringing friends visiting Seattle so they can try it out. read more

Deep Dive - New Potato Pavé - Speakeasies Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Gnarly 22% service charge caught my table completely off-guard when closing the tab. There was little to no warning about the gratuity fee verbally or on the menu. I heavily suggest the establishment to provide some form of notification so customers aren't surprised or deterred from returning. Overall, the speakeasy provided an intimate and luxurious experience in the limited space it reserved from the sphere. The over-all speakeasy was themed towards the underwater depths and its decorations appeared like an inside of a boat. Service was nice and speedy on a Monday. Drinks were $23 but after the 22% gratuity averaged around $31 per drink!! Certain drinks that were recommended sounded great to the ear and in theory. However, when crafted, the drinks tasted purely taste like alcohol. The Oishii Nei! was promoted as being an alcoholic matcha drink but purely tasted like whiskey. The Banana's Folly, a creamy banana alcoholic cocktail, had no of banana but of just rum/tequila. Honestly tasted like I was sipping on a shot of Hennessy. Overall, I appreciated the intimate design and creative take on the name/menu. However, the craftsmanship/tastiness of the drinks and sheer pricing was slightly outrageous. This is the first time an establishment set an automatic 22% gratuity fee for a party of 3 (with $23 per drink) on interactions that totaled less than 5 minutes total. Sadly, will not be returning. read more

This gothic maximalist bar under the Amazon spheres is a unique and fun bar for a classy date but not much else. While the atmosphere can't be beat, the prices certainly can. The cheapest drinks you will get are $20 each and nothing was too special about the ones we had. That being said, the faccacia was amazing which a crisp crust, soft and chewy inside. The attention to details were spot on. Even the cubed I've had their logo on it. The atmosphere has every little detail polished. Everything from the gorgious paintings with particular frames that match the windows to the items lit with underneath lighting are obviously well thought out. The service is prompt and friendly, coming by to check on us frequently and gave us good recommendations. Overall a great special occasion place read more

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Located in the center Amazon sphere downtown, the speakeasy-type atmosphere was even better than I imagined and the food (though a limited menu of non-cooked items,) was very tasty! I came to The Dive with my partner for a special anniversary dinner and killer cocktails, which did not disappoint! The drinks were phenomenal and unique. The only distracting thing was that we were in close quarters with a woman who had her legs up on a man's lap the entire time, in a very small space which made us a bit uncomfortable when they started to makeout. You'll definitely need to make a reservation as there are limited spots inside that are utilized for roughly 60-90 minutes or so before the next reservation spot begins. The servers were polite, though not necessarily the most personable. That being said, the service was excellent and the staff was able to answer all questions and even make drink recommendations. If you are on a budget this is going to be more of a "special occasion" spot due to the 22% added gratuity fee, but it's definitely worth a visit! If it weren't for the limited, raw foods menu and mildly aloof staff, this would have been a 5 star review, hands down! read more