I've been back a few times since my initial visit/review and I believe I've fallen in love. The bartenders certainly know what they're doing, as every single drink has been excellent and I now have a new favorite place for my favorite Moscow Mule. I've also now tried the sushi, after getting over my initial nervousness at having sushi in a non-Japanese restaurant, and have been very impressed with its quality and freshness. I'm still not a big fan of the place when it's packed as it's loud and hard to maneuver, but in its quieter moments it beckons to me like a siren's song. As far as bars go, Liberty has truly become my neighborhood haunt. read more

So many great places on the hill! Liberty is definitely on the top three. Having this place bookmarked for months, I walk right by it quite a few times without realizing it. Walking home late one evening we slipped right in to grab a few drinks. I was surprised to see that they served sushi. Good sushi at that. Sushi at a bar? whoa! I was impressed by the extensive selections of spirits, scotch, bourbon and whiskey. I loved the chill, casual vibe. Very comfy lounges to sit on and mingle with others, and regular dining tables at the back, but the sofa's more fun. I will definitely bring all my visiting guests here =). read more

These people had old CIV and Quicksand flyers up. They had me at hello. the beer was tasty and Beth liked her mixed drinks. The waitress was friendly, too. That's all there is to it. read more

Liberty shines as an outpost of delicious liquor drinks on the north end of capitol hill. Consistently awesome service, talented bartenders, and an awesome neighborhood vibe. Speaking of great bartending, I recommend you meet Aaron. Avoid the group tables, get everyone to the bar (crowd 5+ people around a couple bar stools if you have to), and let the man mix impressive drinks. Rum, vodka, gin, bitters -- he does wonderful things with it all. Extra drink tastes from groups getting table service are likely to land with the more inquisitive in your group, quite the bonus. read more

I was a kid but I still remember sushi being a huge deal with yuppies...huge. The upwardly mobile were synonymous with raw nibbles from the Far East, coke, and junk bonds. It was all so chic, like shoulder pads and Grace Jones. I applaud the patrons of Liberty for their great reserve, for each one of them is desperate for a Delorian and a detective James "Sonny" Crockett wardrobe or man who takes on that look. Mmmm, expect Tubbs to walk through the door at any minute. No, I jest, it's more like Glenn from the Wedding Singer, someone who idolizes Miami Vice and attempts to embody it heart, mind, and soul. Men here will implement the meat grading system Glenn used to rate women, just lean in a little and wait for it. I've crossed the threshold into Liberty a few times. Each time the same scene unfolds: Partner swapping on the couches, waitresses who happily forget they are working, and menus that result in being available more for reading pleasure rather than a guide for ordering. Three attempts have been made to swig down the Liberty Fizz and each time the ingredients were unavailable to make the drink. The bar is always oddly warm so I was put off the idea of getting sushi. The uneasy temperature hovering and the unconscious staff suggested the proper preparation of raw goods might not be of the highest priority. I calculated the risk and decided it wasn't worth it. Why ruin my taste for sushi. The door to Liberty is usually open and the decor gives one the feeling they've just walked in to someone's living room. This can seem friendly and inviting at first. The door is open so those who "swap" know where to go. A sweeping glance of the room will arouse a sense of discomfort. It's like getting an invite to a party that was maybe meant for someone else. I am suspicious that there may be a craigslist ad out there somewhere that with a little decoding one could discover that Liberty is actually a meet-up point for thirty something swingers. Who idolize Don Johnson. Partner swapping seems to go hand in hand with warm sushi and timid cocktails. Liberty can be amusing. Watching all the above unfold can be taken as free entertainment. For those put off by sleaze don't forget your full body condom, sleaze drips from floor to ceiling. Don't let the Room and Board furnishings fool you. To party with the set that has outgrown their left wing attitude and opted for the fiscally conservative but socially liberal line head to liberty. If you secretly love Reagan, head to Liberty. If none of the above sparks a modicum of interest than Liberty is not the 80's rehash bar for you. read more

Awesome bartenders and great service. The proteins taste extremely fresh and the sushi roll combinations are quite unique. Love the ambiance and the "secret" room party behind the mirror. They use it to host parties but the regulars come to lounge. The Secret Room only has capacity for 30 people, but the couches are comfy and welcome newcomers to your party (i.e. regulars that don't realize you're having a private event:)). The drinks aren't quite my taste. I prefer bold mixtures of bitters and darks and citrus and such. May come back for late night sushi and sample another cocktail. read more

Bar-slash-coffee shop? Mama like! I rolled in here one morning to do some school work. There was a hipster-looking guy behind the counter, and a few construction workers sipping their morning pick-me-ups. Hipster served me up some seriously strong "drip coffee" which I'm pretty sure was french press--yummy! And recommended his favorite pastry, some kind of croissant-roll thingie. Also yummy. So I logged onto their free wireless and did my bizness, all the while listening to Hipster and Construction Guys chit-chatting. It wasn't until they got up, saying that it was time to head to work, that I realized their morning pick-me-up was not coffee but a tumbler of some sort of hard alcohol. No judgment here. Whatever gets you going in the morning. Just please be cautious with the heavy machinery! read more

Had a great experience tonight! Drinks and food were great and the service was outstanding! I had the old fashioned and my friend had a special drink they made just for her. This is the firecracker roll - so wonderful and smokey! read more

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I am completely in love with this adorable bar. Let me list the reasons: 1) The collection of scotch and bourbon is downright tear-jerking. I wish I was made of money and liver so I could just spend my days and nights trying everything on their shelves. Just stellar. Irish, Scottish, Japanese, American... Stellar. 2) The fellas working here that we experienced were helpful, friendly, and put up with the idiotic bullsh*t that endlessly poured out of our mouths at 11 AM on a Saturday morning. Plus they totally let me smack her in public which is super important to me in finding the perfect bar... 3) Please don't call social services, the last part of number 2 was a joke....kind of. 4) THEY HAVE AN ADORBSIES LITTLE SUSHI BAR!!! The ahi sashimi and nigiri was wonderful - really and truly. The roll we had wasn't outstanding BUT I can tell by the craft and quality of fish that many of the other rolls will in fact be wonderful and we will be back to try many more. Outstanding little bar. I am seriously considering going back this Saturday for round two... read more

I wanted to come here because of the reviews I've read and also the interesting drinks they have. Came here on a Friday night and yes I did expect it to be busy and sure it was. My friend and I were greeted by the bartender? At first he told us the wait would be about 30 minutes, so then we were like okay that's fine. Shortly after a lady approached us which I believe she's the actual hostess/server. She actually seated us right away, no 30 minute wait. We were like okay? Lol no complaints here. We got seated blah blah. Our server tho, I was a bit confused with her humor. She seemed a bit rude and mind you, I have a sense of humor so the way she interacted with us is as if she was a bit irritated. But whatever she got our orders in. I was disappointed with the wait on the sushi though. Whilst I know it was busy, but it was only 2 rolls of sushi and it took over 30 to 45 mins for the sushi to come out. But I brushed it off cause the drinks kept us busy and those drinks were delightful! What kills me is that the staff seemed to be scattered and different people kept coming up as if no one was actual in charge on a table so they would ask did someone already take your order? Blah blah and my friend and I was already getting annoyed cause they were so unorganized. On top of that my friend waited so long for hot mayo sauce then he went up to the bar to ask for it, and he goes, "dude, just chill and ask your server." Like really?! That was absolutely rude and unprofessional. I was already over it. I guess I can say I won't be coming back here and I hope it this doesn't happen to anyone else. AND that staff gets more organized! read more

I have to say I'm unimpressed. I don't understand why people say the atmosphere is pleasant or welcoming? It feels very confused and thrown together and some what run down. In a recent visit, I had some sushi which was OK. A little fishy but they did give me crab in the chef's choice vs. the obligatory prawn nigiri, which I did appreciate. I also indulged in a little absinthe which as usual was great, although stingy pour. The thing that left the worst taste in my mouth however was the credit card fee. After spending 50 bucks on food + drinks, and bringing along my 8 friends whom probably also spent 50+ each, they are going to nickle and dime me for a credit card fee? Sure, merchants do get charged a fee, and yes that should be passed along to customers to some degree - perhaps like coffee shops do with 25 cents for transactions under 5 dollars? On a 50 dollar bill I find this completely offensive, stingy, and unacceptable. No it isn't going to kill me to pay a 50 cent merchant fee, but the sheer profit made off of the beer my boy friend drank should have covered that fee 10 fold. read more

Dear bartender, you make such great drinks that I swear I only had two, or three, or maybe a shot and three drinks? whichever, I don't remember. But I do remember having a blast there, and granted it was a bit busier than the usual spots I prefer but I do like this place. oh btw, your sushi isn't too shabby either toodles, Nina read more

It is simple! I dont have anything against dogs, but I am all for cleanliness! A waitress at a restaurant should not pet a dog that just walks in! Those hands are going to go on my plate and my food! I just witnessed the waitress pet the dog and then go on to fold the napkins around the chopsticks. I don't have OCD, but I am in healthcare profession and I can name a number of diseases that can be transmitted just liked that. I put my trust in a restaurant when I walk in and I expect they observe the most basic rules regarding hygiene. The sushi was really good, one of the better sushis I have had; but God! I still feel kinda sick thinking about what I saw and what I just digested! read more

This place. I wish I knew about this place when I lived on the hill. Now that I live in Greenwood, I found out about this place and I make the trek because whiskey and sushi is not done better together anywhere else. They also have a lot of delicious Japanese Whiskey on stock and ready for you to drink. The cocktails are crafted to perfection by a very knowledgeable staff. Beautifully displayed and if you order the right drink you may just be in for a laugh with their hilarious cup collection. The sushi is unique, delicious and always beautiful. The fish is super fresh. Some of my favorite non-traditional sushi in town. Maybe it's my favorite because the cooking staff is so friendly. I recommend "Chef's Choice" for $20-$30 and go on an adventure. You'll get a couple plates of options you never knew existed. I see a couple bad reviews because of "slow service" and staff lacking knowledge. They have the hardest job in the industry. Most restaurant menus have around 10 cocktails and pretty simple food selection. However, try 30 or more craft cocktails (including the ones that are not on the menu that people have had from other bars), and to serve sushi. There's so many different food options when it comes to sushi. Give them a break! If your expecting some place that's going to be quick, why are you going to a bar? You may want to go somewhere else. There's other sushi places around town that only do sushi. Come to Liberty to hang out at Liberty. New to the city? Sit at the bar and spark up conversation with someone. If you're coming with groups, they have limited seating but it's all very comfortable with big couches. Liberty loves you. read more

hmm, i thought...sushi, imbibing....what a combination? but, it was a bit disappointing. it's a homey place, with couches and other accoutrements. good drinks (although they were out of what i ordered. how can that be? but the sushi wasn't up to snuff. disappointed but hey, i didn't die. sort of fun, but i would only come again if my friends insisted. read more

I have now been to Liberty twice and both times were very enjoyable experiences. Each visit celebrated an occasion of some sort and both were on a weekend night so the place was full but never felt overly crowded. The staff was calm, cool, and collected even with the steady barrage of orders being thrown their way by patrons thirsty for cool, refreshing beverages and/or hungry for delicious sushi options. The layout is very conducive to mixing and mingling and, as I was saying, it remains very comfortable even when there is a lot of people. You might have a bit of trouble squeezing past the bar to the back room/restroom area, but you won't mind because there's a good chance you will make a new friend on the way through. This place is not for introverts or people looking to get away from it all. Be prepared to have a great time whether you show up with long time friends or are looking to meet new ones. read more

Update I received a very concerned PM from the owner of Liberty questioning whether the events listed below actually happened. I assured him they did but as they seem to have been addressed I promised give Liberty another try. So I called a couple of friends and dropped in on a Tuesday evening. I must say things went much better this time. Our friend were there when we arrived and had secured a table. We ordered up a round of drinks and began to peruse the menu. The drinks (Grey Goose Martini, Lady Liberty, Lemon-drop and a glass of red wine) arrived shortly thereafter. My martini was very tasty and while it far exceeded the previous one Trish thought her lemon drop was just OK. We also ordered a sampler of Bourbon. For $15 we got a half ounce taste of four Bourbons. You can spend more or less depending on the grade of liquor you want and can also sample of liquors (vodka, scotch, tequila) For sushi we ordered a couple of rolls and the twenty dollar chefs choice plate. While the rolls were fine the chefs plate was very disappointing. Instead of the plate of sashimi I was expecting we received two pieces of hamachi and a couple more rolls. Also disappointing was the lack of sake. Overall, we had a great time, the drinks were fine while the sushi was a little disappointing. I would love to give them 3.5 stars if that were possible. If i was looking for a drink on 15th I would not hesitate to stop at Liberty but I would not make it a destination. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Maybe you have to know someone working here in order to like this place. Sad because sushi and liquor seem the perfect match. We visited recently and so many things were so wrong. When we arrived the seating area was mostly full so we took seats at the bar. I ordered a Grey Goose Martini and Trish asked for a glass of water while she decided what to drink. While we waited, and waited, and waited some more for the bartender to return, we observed. Here is what we saw. The waitress making out with, I assume, her boyfriend on the floor. Same waitress prying a cork out of a wine bottle with her teeth. Same waitress sipping from a glass, making a face when she doesn't like her drink, tossing drink and using dirty glass to scoop ice for a new drink. Something we never saw was a smile from any employee. Bartender finally returns and Trish orders a Lemon-drop. Receives the blandest tasting Lemon-drop ever. To be fair I did not try any sushi, partly because I was still stuffed from dinner and partly because I was leery of ordering sushi from a twenty-something who looked like he just walked off the set of Boogie Nights. (Don't get me wrong, I am not down on his look. I liked his look, it worked. It is just not what I want from my sushi chef.) So the time comes, none too soon, to pay and run. We get the bartender's attention and ask for the damage. "The damage, let's see" Eyes roll back, thinking..., what did they have, hmm, two glasses, oh I don't know, pick a number, "how about twelve dollars." At least we didn't leave disappointed and broke. read more

So, not that this place needs additional accolades, but This being my first real visit to Seattle, at least 3 people told me I need to visit this spot in Capitol Hill. I have to give a shout-out for the delicious sushi (the Emerald City roll was outstanding) and well crafted cocktails. Even better though was the vibe, curated by bartenders who really enjoy their craft and are happy to chat with a solo traveler at the bar. Particular thanks to Rachel for a truly enjoyable experience and good conversation! Will definitely make a point to come back here. read more

4 Facts about Liberty: 1) The staff is very professional. 2) The sushi we ordered was saucy. 3) This is a great place to take a date. The atmosphere is very comfortable: laid back, the dining area is bustling but not loud, and there are excellent options nearby for coffee or another drink. 4) The owners of Liberty are opening another bar where the Online cafe used to be on Olive & Harvard. read more

Cool place to get drinks + sushi, but nothing really stood out for me to give 5 stars. I will say the drink names were awesome (as well as the drinks themselves), I loved the Catawampus! read more

Without getting too politcal, the problem with liberty is that when people are given choices, sometime they make bad decisions. The problem with Liberty is that they've made some bad decisions. They've decided that cocktails and sushi was a good choice for a bar/restaurant. The staff was not attentive or too distracted with being cool to actual do their job correctly - took 10 minutes to even acknowledge us, no menu given, messed up our order, overcharged our split bill by $30 which we had to bring to their attention. And I haven't even gotten to the subpar, tasteless sushi... Again, as with too many cocktail bars around Seattle, strong drinks counterbalance the food. The cocktails raised Liberty from 1 star to 2. read more

First of all this is a 3.5 review hopefully turning to 4/5 star ... I really liked the place and the atmosphere and of course the strong cocktails :) The restrooms were clean so that's a plus for me...couches I'll leave that to other yelper hehe ... Ipb read more

I cannot understand the hype about this place. I have been there two times and have been turned away another two times. The last two times I've been there I've received some really bad service from the staff and once the waitress rolled her eyes at me within one minute of stepping into the place. Also, I find interesting that when you walk in it looks like a typical hipster whiskey joint but then you get smacked in the face with the smell of sushi rice. I am a big fan of sushi, but boy was I disappointed in their selection. Personally, I would call it more of an "interpretation" of sushi. Never before have I seen lemon, asparagus or bell pepper in sushi. I know that what we make out here in the states isn't extremely authentic, but man, what they have here is a lot more like a very, very loose translation. It's sushi for those who don't like or (know) sushi. To be honest, I would have liked this place a lot more if the waitstaff was more friendly and if the food was more redeemable. There so many places to eat in the area so it's hard to like a place like this when they are pricey and don't have much else to offer. read more

Liberty just exudes a cool vibe, and that's probably why it's always packed. Seriously. I have tried and failed to get a seat here multiple times, and it was a very momentous occasion when we finally managed to snag a table for four on a Tuesday night. Hurrah! The cocktail menu is tantalizingly difficult to pick from. I think cocktails are pretty reasonably priced (most are in the $8-11 range) given that they all tend to comprise of unique ingredients while still being fairly alcoholic in their contents. I got a drink with Scottish whisky, limoncello, and milk in it. I don't know about you, but I've never seen that combination in a cocktail before (it was delicious!). Unfortunately, our time here was cut short as one of my companions suffered an allergic reaction. The staff was appropriately concerned, and went through the list of ingredients in the cocktails to confirm that there were no problematic substances in any of them. Our guess was shellfish on the glassware, since Liberty also serves sushi. Oh well, I guess it happens. The (secret) back room is supposed to be a pretty good deal, so you now know where to go if you're throwing a party soon! read more

Liberty, it's now becoming one of my favorite spots to hangout for a drink. I've been here on a few occasions, and each visit is always a great visit. There are a few bar tables to sit to enjoy each other's company, or sitting at the bar, or lounging near the front of the venue on some couches. In the back of the bar is a larger private room which can probably hold around 15-20 people that know each other well, but that's probably reserved for special occasions only. Drinks are well made here, I've had my typical Greyhound, but I'm starting to explore the various specialty cocktails that Liberty has to offer. Recently I tried the Lady Liberty, a rather fruity drink, but I'm looking at the Seattle Sour upon my next visit. Even more curious is that Liberty Bar has an on-site chef making fresh sushi, something that I didn't expect from a local neighborhood bar. In any case, I did try the Chef's Choice one time, which shows up on a 4x12" platter of assorted sushi. The platter had simple rolls, such as the California, Shrimp rolls, to the more adventurous sashimi. For fresh sushi at a bar, it's good! Note, eating sushi from the couch/lounging areas may require creative use of using chopsticks and the dipping sauce serving ware. In any event, I always have a great time here - and I'm sure I'll be frequenting Liberty bar more often! For the various drinks, the great atmosphere, or even getting a bite to eat for dinner, Liberty Bar has a great combination. read more

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I really have to start by just echoing Michelle's review on this one, however I *did* try the sushi and blecch. It was simply not fresh, and you could tell. I can see a cali or vege roll as a nice addition to your cocktail, but taking it further that that isn't the best idea. It's a shame really, because there's not an abundance of sushi spots on Cap Hill and I do think sushi could work here. Also, Liberty really hasn't scored any points with me as far as littering the neighborhood with their stupid stickers. From what I hear, the government is cracking down on guerrilla marketing campaigns, and I hope they start by fining libery $20 every sticker that ends up on a street sign. read more

This is my second trip to Liberty, and while I truly liked the place at first, my yesterday's outing was a disaster. I am mostly mad and unhappy with the staff, and lack of customer service. After telling my girlfriend just how much I loved the place, and how great the waiting staff was, I was very upset that my recomendations didn't hold up to the reality. As before, food and drinks were great. But the STAFF (including the owner) just plain sucked! They were slow, confused orders all the time, don't smile, take forever to come back to check on its customers, walk around looking like they are high, and just looked like they badly need either lots of sleep, or a strong cup of coffee... maybe even several. Basically, none of the folks on the floor yesterday were anything like the waitress we had during our first visit to Liberty, and that made a huge difference. What really was the highlight of the night was a basic lie or maybe lack of concern on the owner's part. As my g/f and I came in, we wanted to see at the available table, but we were told that the entire section was being held for a big party, instead we got seated at the couch (eating suchi at couch is a pain for me, I am not most gracious person on Earth). I asked the owner if we can move to the bar when seats become available, his reply was "Yes, we can do that, and I will work with you on it." Needless to say that neither the party showed up, nor did the owner mention the seats at the table. By then I was mad enough to know that I should keep my mouth shut, and not to ask for anything, or else I would just go off on the guy. It didn't help that my friend couldn't understand why I liked that place to begin with when the staff was so slow, and getting everything confused. After yesterday's trip to the Liberty, I wonder the same thing myself! read more

I absolutely *adore* this place. The cocktail list is fantastic - there is something for everyone, I would stake money on it. The seating arrangement is comfortable as is the seating itself (there are couches!). The ambiance is simply yummy. There are actual windows behind the bar and mirrors on the opposite side of the room that open up the place wonderfully. I'm simply all sorts of gushy for this place. It's just super neat. It does help that I found a drink that incorporates tequila (my favorite), a giant ice cube, and some other really cool stuff that make my taste buds go - YAY!!! read more

Cool spot. The Midnight Drive was nice, although it took just a bit to come out... It's pretty neat having the bar riddled with the bottles. Their sushi is great, good and fresh. I noticed it was rather presented well with the edible garnishes (sprout, greens, carrot...). read more

[July 6th Update] I had to give this one more star for giving me the funniest experience I've had in a while: Watching the drunk girl hit on the guy next to me and then fall off her bar stool, only to get back up as if nothing had happened and order another tequila shot. Two words. Hi. Larious. Oh, and I met the owner (Andrew) and he's a really nice guy. Knowledgeable about all sorts of booze and willing to let you sample some if you want to try something new. ----- I really like that the combination of sushi and cocktails is just a bit different from the other night-life spots in Seattle. A bit quirky, and not the best sushi in the world, but far more fun than your average bar food. The specialty drinks, like the French 75, are really good and I've almost always been able to find a place to sit when I've gone. Can't say it's the best night life spot I've ever been to or anything, but it's not trying to be. Liberty succeeds at being what it wants to be - neighborhood hangout with a little twist. read more

Close your eyes, I'm about to type some stereotype. I was hesitant about this whole sushi at Liberty thing - the staff was *ahem*... shall we say, white like rice. But we sat in a comfy corner on a warm sunny day, ordered a few plates of sashimi and sushi, and did not get food poisoning. Teasing aside - the sushi was said to be really good. I just happened to eat sushi elsewhere an hour prior so I let my friends dig in, but they kept on ordering and that says they loved it. I was left fancying my vodka-cranberry drinks. All of this at a reasonable cost. Really loved the service here and was so happy to see pups able to come in. A surprisingly fun stop and I hope to come back at some point! read more

Good drinks, great location, fabulous space! I think I had the best cosmo of my life here. Seriously, these people can make a drink. They have a great variety, and every drink I encountered (Jack and Coke, Moscow Mule, Gin and Tonic) was great. They weren't stingy on the alcohol content,but the drinks were well mixed. It's hard to find a really good cosmo, and Liberty did an AWESOME job! The space is also good for mingling and hunkering down and enjoying the evening. It's super cute, and it facilitates large groups well. Rumor also has it that renting their back room is super easy and has super reasonable prices. Finally, the service was excellent. Great bar; worth every penny! read more

Well, our experience was great. The sushi versions we had were tasty & fresh. When the 2nd dragon's toe was kicking me, I got a ginger ale delivered quite quickly for my wussiness. My friend had a mojito as well as some other version of drinkage, and a rainbow grocery whilst I had the 15th ave. I was jealous of her red chopsticks. If you don't like sushi, or need just-killed Hamachi to tease your palate, read this: Don't go here to EAT. It was pleasant to sit under the window for a hearty people/dog watching session. While the patrons not very friendly - just askance disgusted glances over laptops in response to our smiles - the staff was quite gregarious and easy to communicate with as far as ordering. Strong drinks, yummy nums, funny waitress, silly cold customers = better than average hang prior to dancing the night away. read more

Flirtiest. Bartenders. Ever. It doesn't matter if they're gay or straight, or if you are unwashed and hungover - they'll still make you feel like you should be giggling and twirling your hair around your finger. And then hate yourself for it. I'll come clean now and say that I've eaten the sushi... Sometimes a girl NEEDS sushi at 1am! But, you know... Expect the rolls to fall apart in your hands. And expect to experience disappointment in the near kim-chee-less-ness (totally a word!) of the kim chee roll. Still, this is actually a super comfortable space. I've been here hogging the wifi in the "booths", and lolling around the super comfortable, and super make-me-look-fat sofas. (Too cushy, Liberty! Too! Cushy!) It's not a bad place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon. read more

I don't know what it is, but every time I come here I end up leaving so drunk that I'm not sure what I did the night before or how I managed to get back to my car to sleep it all off before heading home (you'll find me in various places sleeping off the effects of this place.) I've never had the sushi, because I simply don't like it, but their drinks are great! A while back they had key lime pie shots and they were delicious but on my most recent visit they no longer had them - color me sad! Four stars simply because it's so difficult to sit down sometimes. I hate walking by and realizing that there's no room. That situation, however, is how I met "No really, I'm straight, I have a boyfriend" girl who one drink later was asking for my digits. Best night of my life. I think I'm in love. read more

Delicious craft cocktails entirely from scratch - great selection of gin, whiskey. Drinks menu laid out based on spirit, easy-to-order. Friendly staff, love the bartenders. Prefer the bar area vs. the back room. read more

There are sushi bars, and there are bars with sushi. Liberty falls under the second category, and I thought it would be sketchy, but this turned out to be a great place. The atmosphere is dark and cozy-- loud enough music to feel like you're at a bar but not so loud you can't carry on a conversation. They had a good selection of both beer and mixed drinks, including several absinthe options if you're into that I was driving so I skipped out this time, but my friends all tried it, more for the experience than the taste. The sushi menu is extensive; I had a spicy tuna roll and it was excellent. A friend tried out several different rolls, and liked all of them. Not cheap, but good drinks and sushi usually aren't. Five stars to Liberty. read more

Sushi was sub par. Plus, I think we sat near the owner, or someone who seemed to be in charge, and he just ignored us. I just thought he might say: "Did you like your meal?" Or something like that. I felt like an uninvited guest. If you want sushi, go elsewhere. I thought it being part bar, it would be sort of fun...on a Sat nite, it was dullsville. The drinks were creative, but didn't quite gel.. this place needs to figure out what its trying to be. Pick one and go with it. read more

Just to be clear. Liberty is a whiskey bar on Capitol Hill. Period. They have an epic collection of whiskey and make great drinks. This is Capitol Hill, expect service from hipsters. They are friendly, warm and welcoming people who will take the time to cultivate a relationship. This does not mean service will be quick, this is not McDonald's. Come for the experience, get to know people and hang out. They also serve sushi. It's not japonessa, or maneki, mostly....it's a whiskey bar that serves sushi. They serve fresh tasty sushi to go with their awesome drinks. And if you ask me, it's worth a visit. read more

Comfy Loungy Pretty Friendly TWO kinds if Rye for Manhattans THREE kinds of Manhattans on the menu Custom-made martinis because my friend wanted "Something fruity/creamy/I don't know let me think about it" First and last on the house. Bartender Kea (I'm probably spelling his name wrong) seems to have a 6th sense about what you want to drink, and when you want to drink it. I want to hire him for parties. It'll be like having a psychic "You want THIS beverage! Shazam!" Followed by exclamations of "Oh yes! That's exactly what I wanted!" and then golf claps. Also you can continue to order right up until bar close. Absolutely lovely. And not that loud at all. Not crazy crowded either. And the drinks were affordable. Ok, I'm from LA, so maybe my perspective is skewed, but I loved it. read more