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Life On Mars

4.0 (410 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Jerica H.

Came in for a little brunch and a cocktail while in the area! The staff was friendly and the vibes are great. I'm not a plant based person but I have been here a few years ago and remembered a good experience. The cauliflower(chick'n) and waffles were so delicious! Great flavor all around! And the textures were perfect too. What a great dish

Danielle P.

Come on now...a vinyl bar???? With fun drinks???? I'm there. On the outside, Life on Mars seems unassuming and you'd walk past it thinking it was like a shop. However, my boyfriend happened to see a bunch of vinyls inside and as soon as we opened the door we heard Dolly Parton streaming through the speakers. You can only come here if you're 21+ right at the door by the way! You have the choice to be seated at a regular table where you have to order their food, which is vegan based. They do a twist on dishes that are meat based, such as chicken being your classic buffalo wings but in this case make it cauliflower (yum!). We did come here for a few drinks and the vinyl bar though, so this review is mainly for the service and drinks. We got the Opener and Florida Beach. The opener tasted like juice with the green tea vodka mixture and elderflower...dangerous really. The Florida Beach was just alright. Not much of the drink as there was more ice cubes for looks? But it was kind of stronger than I anticipated with the description being pineapple shrub and lime. I guess blanco really hits you and I had no idea haha. The lady helping us in the beginning was friendly and accommodating. She even let us know where to sit and that they rotate albums that are chosen by customers on the speakers so that everyone gets a chance to share. We also heard that they do music themed nights per the owner's requests. Such a fun place! Definitely somewhere you'd want to stop by in while strolling around Capitol Hill. Moderately priced drinks and seems like everyone enjoyed their stay here.

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Cheyenne P.

Love this bar during the afternoon on the weekends. You can pick vinyl albums to play, they have a huge selection. I think it's a 70s-80s theme, loved it. We have tried to come on a Friday night but got turned away due to a large party coming in.

A very delicious Breakfast Burrito I ordered at Life On Mars!
Alden C.

I have had Life On Mars bookmarked into my list for I don't know how long. It felt like forever but finally, finally at long last I recently tried it. I am sure the name of the restaurant is a reference to the David Bowie song of the same name and there is evidence that there is a love for music here. Not only is this a restaurant but they are also a vinyl shop as well. They have a very fine selection of vinyl albums to purchase and that really makes this place cool! But not just that. The food is very good too. All of the food is vegan oriented and it's very good! I got a breakfast burrito that was great! Very flavorful and fresh. Steve's breakfast was very good as well but unfortunately I don't precisely remember the name of it. The time we were here was brunch time to early lunch but we got some cocktails as that is something that they are also known for. Very, very good drinks! Highly recommended! Life On Mars is definitely a place to try out if you are in the area as it's an excellent place to have a bite and chill!

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Crystal M.

Such a fun bar, lounge, plant based eatery. Fun decorations. Mixed musics from 90s rap to alternative. Lots of tables, bar, booths. Friendly quick service. Vegan food was great. Love the infamous buffalo cauliflower wings. Especially the spicy habanero. Another shout out for the pot pie! More like vegetable stew and a biscuit but so good. Hearty savory, hits the spot on a cold winter day. They also have happy hour mid day and brunch in the am. I'll be back for that!

Marcus S.

Life On Mars is a hip place that I do dig, and the visits here have been pleasant overall, but there are some snags that just keep from where it should be for me. The ambience with the vinyls and the bar sitting in the middle is cool. My first visit was with friends on a nice day, we had some really nice drinks - "The Opener" - Green Tea infused Misguided Vodka, elderflower, lemon, soda goes down great on a summer day. So, I got a few rounds of those for my friends. Also got an order of the cauliflower bites to share which were ok, kind of expected more, perhaps should've got the "large" though the server said the small was shareable for 3. I recall our server disappearing for some time, so I went to the bar to order, we went to pay our actual server kind of caught an attitude when perhaps she didn't get the tip she was looking for further adding to my issue of the entitled and current wild tip climate but I'm not here to get on that box for this review. On a follow up visit My friend and I got brunch take out. I got the 'Bad Wolf breakfast sandwich - Sausage patty, Just Egg scramble, provolone cheese, spicy aioli on a grilled roll or between two waffles. I actually liked this and found the price was decent, my friend however was disappointed with her Benny and the Jets - "Choice of vegan poached or sunny side up Egg, vegan breakfast sausage avocado, spinach, mushrooms, and tomato, on an English muffin and topped with vegan house-made hollandaise sauce". She wasn't all that impressed with it. The biggest flaw for me though is the additional 20% on take-out orders. From what I understand it's for more "efficiency" but to me that just means code "just because". My friend loves it here, she likes the cool setting, the bathroom and is vegan. Overall, the vibes here are nice and found my food to be ok but the snags I mentioned are a real drag for me. If anything, I'd be cool coming through for a couple of "Openers" while 'hopping' around Cap Hill, but parts of my experiences here didn't leave as good a taste for me.

Phish tacos, vegetable pot pie, and the Opener
Bertilla M.

THANKS LOM for not raising prices like crazy! By comparison, you feel more affordable than before. Will stop by more often because we need more vegan places to stay alive. Best of luck.

Shannen B.

Ordered a spicy marg and they made it extraaaa spicy. Thanks to my waitress!! Note that it leans more on jalapeño spice. Wish it had a bit of sourness to it

Panda drink (alcoholic)
Pooja K.

Sat outside and it was nice. Loved the concept that you can pick a vinyl to play - will try that again. We had a Panda drink which was was fun - not sweet at all. For food had the cauliflower wings which were yummy. We didn't stay too long but I would definitely come back here and try more dishes. Our server was very nice btw...

Phish Tacos
Aaron B.

Like it was advertised, everything was vegan, but the food was delightful. Even for a meat-eater like me. It was nice to have a meal where everything didn't weigh like a ton of bricks in your stomach. Service was great, even for a large crowd I had. I would recommend going there early (4pm open) for a big crowd, since it looked like it could get busy towards the end of day. Vibes was what this place gets this place above the others around town. The vinyl and the uniquely indie vibes in the place is highly recommended, and almost encompasses what Seattle/ Cap Hill is all about. Strongly recommend to stop by at least once. 4 out of 5, simply because I'm not vegan

Taco salad
Lana S.

Finally tried Life on Mars recently and we really enjoyed our visit. I tried the taco salad with the vegan ground beef which was fairly basic but was tasty and filling. My husband tried the phish n chips. He enjoyed it, especially the fries which were quite delicious. Our favorite thing that we ordered were the fried Brussels sprouts. Both of us are Brussels sprouts connoisseurs and we thought they were fantastic. Rounded out our visit with tiramisu for dessert which was good as well. Service was friendly and the vibes were good. Definitely a fun place to hang on Cap Hill. I'd definitely return to try more of their dishes.

Phish tacos!
Laura H.

I loved everything about Life On Mars! The staff were super friendly, the vibe was laid back, and the food was spectacular! I had the phish tacos and my partner had the chick'n caesar wrap. I honestly couldn't believe that the mock fish was made in house. It was fantastic! My partner is a carnivore and loved his wrap, as well. I can't believe that's the first time I have been. I'm not in Seattle too often, but LOM is definitely worth a trip!

Disco fries
ThuyVy N.

overall one of my favorite bars in Capitol Hill, nice vibe, clean, cool bathrooms, fun drinks. The disco fries were good and the daiquiri was good. Small complaint is that the booth we sat at, the seat was ripped up a bit and kinda hurt to sit on.

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The ambience is nice, the food is pretty good but not great and the service is never very friendly.

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Great venue! Their Mocktails are really complex, interesting and delicious. Their food is decent.

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Incredibly good food, wine and atmosphere. I couldn't recommend this place more and will be back.

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Love the drinks love the vibes. If you're going late you definitely need to make a reservation.

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I always go here for brunch and it's so good you wouldn't even know it's vegan! Large portions for the price too. Highly recommend

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Look fwd. to seeing you again!

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Ask the Community - Life On Mars

Do you have delivery?

We do not. You can call in an order and pick it up, but delivery apps are too cost prohibitive for all.

Will you ever bring back your spicy chik'n wings? The community needs them!

I hope so. They were so good. I'll have to check why they came off the menu. A lot of times it's supply issues.

Do you have heated outdoor seating?

We sure do. Partially enclosed space that gets cozy.

Do they accept cash?

Yes, we do.

Is there wifi/ability to do work?

As much as we love people coming in to disconnect from the world and have human interactions in our space, we do have wifi available for those who need to get work done.

Do you do reservations for parties of 6-7?

We start accepting reservations of parties of 10-150. Please inquire at hello@lifeonmarsseattle.com for more info. for prices, food and bev. minimums, and any other info. to help us make your event awesome.

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Deep Dive

3.9(328 reviews)
0.8 miDenny Triangle
$$$

Deep Dive is my favorite cocktail bar in Seattle. The decor is incredible: Very speakeasy vibes,…read moreand 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.

I've been here a number of times in the past and this experience was different and something has…read moreobviously changed...maybe they are focused on tourists more than locals now? For one, the bar service was mediocre for my $26 cocktail. I get more conversation from the bartenders at the Red Onion.... And because they bartender wasn't paying attention, he forgot to put our food order in....probably didn't need it anyway, I need to diet. And then we get the check and they automatically add 22%...if you are a quality establishment offering exceptional customer service, you don't need to tell me what to tip...guess you are not. And they they have the nerve to ask me if I want to tip another 18%, 20%, or 25% when I sign the check on their Toast device... I'll go out for a quality cocktail experience at Needle & Thread, The Doctor's Office, or maybe the Red Onion, lol. But I won't be coming back here ever again.

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Deep Dive - Tuesday Fresh Cut Mezcal, Afternoon Tea, Veridian Vallet, Anastasia the Third, and Pink Haze

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The Doctor's Office

4.3(95 reviews)
0.4 miCapitol Hill

Friends go here all the time. This was my first time and it was epic. It's intimate, quiet and a…read morewonderful place to spend time 1:1 or with a few friends. It's not stressful and the appointments ensure you have space for your enjoyment. The bar masters are experts. They make amazing drinks. The creativity of the menu and the staff is worth a stop. The list of cocktail options is rich and the stocked list of liquor is longer. The blow your mind moment is the pricing relative to most other boutique cocktail lounges or a place like Cannon that seems to just look to drain your bank account. Great place to check out and keep coming back.

My friend got a reservation here as a little surprise for my weekend in Seattle and it sure didn't…read moredisappoint. We arrived 10 minutes early and had to wait for our seats to be ready as the other party was still there. It's quite small on the inside, and I think it only seats maybe 16 people at max? Either way, we had a great time. You get a small cup of champagne while you wait/once you are seated. We each tried two drinks, and honestly everything was great. My favorite was the tart au citron-- it was sweet and tart and a perfect cocktail! My friend really loved the espresso martini-- I had a sip and it's probably one of the best in the city. Definitely worth a try and will be what we get again next time we come again!

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Firn

4.2(46 reviews)
1.2 miPioneer Square

Lol "interesting" experience…read more I came around 1030 after work, to meet a friend I work in kitchens. I'm wearing all black. Nonslip Docs. Backpack. Probably smell lol Lobby guy was nice. He says "I'll buzz you up." I waited in the elevator for a while. After like 3-5 real minutes I walk into the lobby and text my friend. "I ain't coming. I'm not fancy enough apparently" In that time, the Clerk noticed me. Apologies Profusely. I got up. Friends were really happy. Service was very nice and accommodating. Drinks are Top Notch My friends were giving a "Live Update" about my "situation" the entire time We probably got 8ish drinks. Paid for 3 They close at 11, I left around 1230 Props to Them A+++++++++++ Customer Service Drinks and Ambiance too, but we already knew that Props to the Staff Thank You

My 40th birthday party was thrown here and it initially started off with some hiccups based on what…read morethe coordinators had discussed. But they quickly figured it out and got everything flowing. The venue itself is exactly my style with plants flowing throughout the room and a gorgeous view from the rooftop with lots of sitting/tables. Our waitress was amazing and bounced around to everyone with drinks and shots in rotation. I had a beautiful appetizer spread that everyone enjoyed and they changed the music to accommodate my parties liking. I absolutely would suggest your next event here.

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Firn - CASUAL CRUSH: mezcal, poblano, pineapple, firewater, baking spices, lime

CASUAL CRUSH: mezcal, poblano, pineapple, firewater, baking spices, lime

Firn - GHOST PILOT: overproof rum, apple brandy, absinthe, cinnamon, vanilla, bitters, grapefruit, lime

GHOST PILOT: overproof rum, apple brandy, absinthe, cinnamon, vanilla, bitters, grapefruit, lime

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Roquette

4.5(133 reviews)
1.1 miBelltown
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Following the sage recommendation of a bartender at Zig Zag Cafe, I made my way into Belltown over…read moreto Roquette. Roquette was a surprisingly small space with a wonderful vibe serving up "destination" bar-worthy cocktails. It reminded me of some of the neighborhood gem cocktail bars that I'd frequented on the East Coast. I grabbed a seat at the bar. Roquette's lineup of cocktails were varied in flavor profile using a wide range of spirits. They also served non-alcoholic offerings which looked equally intriguing as their boozy selections. I started off with the 99 Problems ($28), which, unfortunately, I forgot to note what was in the drink. It was boozy, clever, inventive, and most importantly delicious. My second drink was the Imperium Old Fashioned ($24) made with Westland Whiskey "Roquette" Barrel, Clement Cask Strength Rhum, Old Delicious Apple Brandy, Pineapple, and Spice. It was an excellent, boozy, balanced update to the classic Old Fashioned. Although I went with drinks off their menu, I have no doubt that any of their skilled bar professionals could've crafted me a wonderful cocktail if I had simply requested a classic or something on the fly based on my choice of spirit and desired flavor profile. Yes, the prices on the two drinks I ordered were pretty steep, but they were comparable to prices I've paid in Las Vegas. Plus, I don't have a problem with paying a premium for a well-made cocktail made with premium ingredients in a comfortable, welcoming setting (the drunken guy next to me who tried to engage with me in a political discussion excluded). Bottom-line: Roquette was a revelation. It served up two of the best cocktails that I've had this year. I can't recommend it enough and it'll be at the top of my list of places to hit the next time I'm in town.

Fun specialty cocktails and beautiful space. A favorite bar of some friends my first time…read morevisiting. Stopped by before dinner near by. Always love finding a good craft cocktail bar. Staff is friendly and helpful in making decisions that suit your taste. I started with the Suede Umbrella, my friends had a Tuk Tuk Tang and Guavacita. Second round they had the Panic Button and I had the Roquette Martini. Well balanced cocktails. Extensive list.. would definitely visit again when in Belltown.

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Life On Mars - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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