Had a great time at Guillotine. The space has a clean, minimalist interior with a mix of cozy booth seating and bar seats, making it a great spot whether you're on a date, catching up with friends, or just stopping in for a drink. Or in my case, late night wings after bar hopping on the Hill. They really seem to specialize in cocktails and food, which makes sense since the bartender and chef are co-owners. Definitely a place to go if you want to have a conversation - no loud music, warm lights, comfortable booth seats. If you get the chicken wings, get the sauce on the side. The flavor of the breading is amazing, and having it on the side keeps the wings perfectly crisp while letting you control the heat and coverage. Also worth noting: the bathroom was clean - but entirely red. A bold design choice that definitely adds to the vibe. I already know some of you are going to take a selfie in there, because same. Lol read more

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Great spot with great cocktails! Olivia and all the staff are great! Such a vibe and nice place to chill and get a drink from someone who knows how to make proper one. read more

No one greeted us at the door or told us where to sit even though there was a curtain around the entrance with a barstool. We timidly took a seat at the bar. There was only one bartender who stepped out to smoke so the drinks were quite delayed. We were presented with a ~15 cocktail menu only to be told that they did not have the ingredients for 4 of them. A man ran in begging for money but I suppose that isn't exactly the bar's fault. read more

I really wanted to like this place (RIP Witness) but my experience fell short. While the cocktails were fun and flavorful, amazing job on the glassware, and while the restaurant was beautifully decorated, the food was just okay. With the items that were on the menu, there's room for a lot of flavor, but it lacks the punch I was hoping for. Service was slow, and that may have been what led to my disappointment, but this is a newer restaurant so I understand it's important to give newer spots some grace. Oh, but really cool bathroom! read more

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My paper route on the hill always include First Sundays at Guillotine - where the champagne flows if you're at the right table and good times are to be had. Cocktails by Canon alumni? I'm all in. read more

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One of Seattle's best kept secrets. Guillotine is a newer addition to the Hill, but they're a heavy contender for one of the hottest places to be. Generous happy hour, monthly R&B nights, and hospitable staff. It's perfect for a first date, a night out, or even an after-work decompress (all day happy hour on Tuesdays and Thursdays). Their chef is quite known in the restaurant industry and their menu is a reflection of his talent. 10/10 - would recommend read more

Meh. This little bar looked promising, but their menu and service were both extremely underwhelming. The moody lighting and flowers hanging from the ceiling give a really fun ambiance, but I don't know that the decor quite makes up for the expensive drinks filled to the brim with ice, the nonchalant attitude of the staff, or the small menu. I ordered the "birds of pain" and it was tasty enough, but it consisted mostly of ice. I'll skip this on my next trip to Seattle. read more

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This is a cool spot! The bartender was really friendly and cool and the drink list was interesting. The kitchen menu was also small but unique, which I liked. They kind of have a spooky but classy vibe which is fun. I'd definitely go again! read more

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Had great bites and service tonight at Guillotine. Really enjoyed talking to the owner Andrew. He's super passionate and excited for his new spot! Everything we drank and tasted was delicious. Beautiful bar and super fun bathrooms! read more

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Wow, the Miso French Toast is the most amazing dessert I've had in a very long time. The perfect mix of umami and sweet, it contains crunchy caramelized brioche French toast, wakame ice cream, miso caramel, and hazelnut furikake. The salty touches combined with the sweet turned into a perfectly balanced dessert to go with our cocktails. I HIGHLY recommend it if you visit this establishment. I also enjoyed the Night Queen cocktail which was absolutely delicious. There's clearly a lot of love behind this new venture for the owners. Such wonderful attention to detail and service! read more

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went in on a saturday night and was able to find a seat at the bar right away. i liked the vibe and interior Guillotine gave. the bartender was really nice, i don't know what to get so he made a drink based on my preference of fruity and sweet cocktails. cocktails around $16-18. cute date night spot or to bar hop with friends on cap hill night read more

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Guillotine has been on my radar for quite sometime and while looking through my list of places I have been wanting to try I stumbled upon the restaurant during my google search through the neighborhood. Went through the Instagram and website to see what would be the dish I would want to try. Loved the simplicity of the menu and the ingredients of the dishes so I was sold on going. Took a stroll through the hill to get to the restaurant and was told by the owner Andrew that they would be open at 5pm, so I killed sometime walking around and come 5pm I was ready to head on in. The atmosphere and ambiance of the space is very minimalist but in a very good way. Upon sitting down I ordered myself a mocktail that was up to bartenders choice on the 0 proof they have. It was the take on a phony negroni with a mezcal mix with, it was a interesting mix and I liked it. I was ready to look at the menu after getting my drink and was told that they are fixing up the menu so the entree's I saw online was not on the menu anymore. I had been on a pasta kick lately so I was curious if they had anything with pasta and I was greeted by the chef who had been working on a new dish that was beet infused pasta, zucchini, summer squash, broccolini, nuts, a champagne butter sauce, and grilled burrata on top. A very flavorful dish that was so soft but also very filling. Talked with Andrew for a bit after my meal about the story behind the restaurant and his background in the industry and you can tell the passion behind the words that Guillotine will be a staple in the community in due time. I can't wait to try the new menu when it comes time. Give Guillotine a shot if you are on the hill. They also open until 2am on Friday's and Saturday's so this is another place to hop too during your night activities. read more

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The owner was behind the bar making drinks and chatting up customers. The vibes were chill and welcoming and the cocktails were served in coupe glasses with long stems! They are so cute!!! I felt super fancy sipping my perfectly crafted Gimlet. Next time we'll try some food. It all looked great. read more

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Poor poor service. No water refills, forgotten food, slow slow drink orders. Food was uninspiring For 18$ per drink you can do so much better in Seattle. read more

BEAUTIFUL space, even down to the bathrooms (see pic). The cocktails were incredible, the detail and nuanced flavors were so unique and tasty! We got the oysters (great), jerky (10/10 A MUST), mushroom filet ( the farro rice porridge was amazing), and the trout almondine pasta (my fave). read more

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Do not pass on your chance to try Guillotine! The food was incredible, such rich flavors in every bite! The menu goes above and beyond! The cocktails are amazing, unique and delicious! The service is super friendly and the bartenders are top notch. I will come back again and again. Check this spot out for date nighta, celebrations or just to have a good time - they've got it all! read more

Guillotine - Night Queen - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I literally never leave reviews but the service was so good that I felt compelled to leave one. Colin was such a delight and the drinks he made were perfect. We tried the beef tartare and then Colin recommended the jerky which did not disappoint! I am already looking forward to coming back again. read more

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My friend was visiting from out of town so we came here to have a few cocktails while we catch up. As soon as we walked in the bartender Cody came up to us to give us our drink menu and water. He was very friendly and attentive. He explained the drink specials so we can select our drinks to our likings. He came over several time to check on us. The owner came over to explain how he created the drink specials and showed us videos on his Instagram. I'll definitely be returning here again to try out more drinks and their food. read more

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I was devastated when Witness closed but wow - what a transformation and need on Broadway! We became familiar with one of the owners at a previous bar where I had some of the best cocktails of my life. Hearing he was about to open the bar in one of my favorite spaces led to months of excitement while waiting. My first visit here didn't disappoint - an amazing transformation of this space complete with the expert cocktail making that made me fall in love with the owners years ago. I haven't tried the food yet but it's looking great from what I can see. Welcome to the neighborhood...what an addition! read more

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Scam of a restaurant. Pretentious drinks (that aren't even good!) and a single waiter doubling as cook. I asked for a specific martini off-menu and they messed up the ratio. This is also the first time I've had a smash burger that was literally hard to eat. That's hard to do. The overall vibe i got was "two guys way over their head trying to fake it". read more

Visited on a Sunday to support the pop up menu. Food was amazing as were the cocktails. Colin did a fabulous job serving our large group with signature drinks. Cocktails were equally superior to the speakeasy bars we also frequent. Will 100% return....especially since the owners invite entry level chefs to prepare the menu!! Good karma for the owners. Will spread the word read more

Wonderful service. Drinks are very sexy and food is superb. Definitely drink and eat here

Happening new Capitol Hill restaurant with a boho-minimalist vibe and a creative flavorful menu. We only had time for appies and a mocktail worth mentioning, with bright cinnamon-citrus-cardamom notes. The oysters were light and fresh, served with creamy hot sauce and a perfectly balanced mignotte dip. The forage and harvest tempura-like vegetable platter boasted an exquisite batter. Mental note: return for the full dinner experience! Great service too, but I'm biased ;-) read more

Such a creative and satisfying menu. An inviting environment with exceptional service. Delicious local fare and beautiful presentation. A must try new place, you don't want to miss! read more