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    Sky View Cafe

    3.3 (23 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Bars
    Closed • Closed

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    Good for groups

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    Mikey T.

    No smoking room, drinks are subpar, I got reprimanded for rolling a joint on my way out at the table away from any guests. New ticket needed to reenter if left for a smoke. Could've been nice working area but turned out to be a subpar experience catered by amateurs.

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    Lori S.

    Mary and Chris and basically the rest of the staff were amazing! this was a mystery trip and everyone was pleasantly surprised! the food was great and the view was exquisite! best spot in Seattle as far as i'm concerned!

    Alice X.

    Only spot in the observation deck for food. $5 for a can of Schilling Hard Apple Cider.

    I had the lavender sunset and it was awesome!!

    Great service and drinks. The views can't be beat!!! It's a very relaxing atmosphere to grab a drink before dinner.

    Carol C.

    Located on the 73rd floor of the 933 foot-tall Columbia Center (the tallest building in Washington State at the time of writing), this cafe has a small, but popular food selection. Visitors can choose from a variety of small plates, cocktail drinks, lattes, and desserts while enjoying 360-degree views of Seattle and beyond.

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    Stephanie V.

    I was visiting the Sky View Observatory around lunch and the smell from the café was too enticing to pass up. There are sandwiches, chips, and other snacks available. I ordered a sandwich and a cider. I originally wanted a beer but was glad I got the cider staff recommended because it was pretty amazing. There is a small seating area where food and beverages must stay inside the observatory deck. I guess I wasn't the only one with this idea since it took quite a while for my sandwich to come out. I had pretty much finished my cider by the time my sandwich showed up. It was delicious though. Depending upon how hungry you are you might want to share a sandwich with someone since the portion is quite large. You can also get a to-go box if you have left overs.

    Ellen M.

    Cozy little place:) Located in the sky view observation deck, great food at reasonable prices. The cheesy potato soup was delicious; wine at $6 a glass.

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    space needle was better.. it was empty- the view was meh and well service was blah. money better spent elsewhere

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    The hot chocolate was disgusting. It tasted watery and nasty. Cost me $8. The customer service was just ok.

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    7 years ago

    Very disappointed. I bought a combination ticket with a drink but when I went to the rooftop the bar was closed. They should said it before.

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    “I was visiting the Sky View Observatory around lunch and the smell from the café was too enticing to pass up.”

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