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    The Pharmacy

    3.9 (67 reviews)
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    a couch and a coffee table
    Brian F.

    3.5 stars The Pharmacy is a lounge located downstairs from inside Temple Billiards. There are a variety of couches of different shapes and styles making the room a little eclectic. I came in on a Thursday and it was pretty much empty. My first drink was the last word ($13) which was a delicious classic drink that I haven't had in a while. My second drink was the royal bermuda yacht club ($13) which was just okay. I watched the bartender make this drink comparing it to the ingredients listed on the menu and some were different for some reason? Not sure why. The bartender mentioned that he's usually the only one working most of the time, maybe two if there's a big event. He said that means if it gets busy all of a sudden, it might take some time before people get their drinks so just beware of that. I also thought it was a bit weird and shady that the menu didn't have the prices of the cocktails listed. Other than that, it's a nice lounge with a chill vibe.

    Alcove for seating
    Diana C.

    The drinks were fine and well made. The ambiance was... kinda weird. There were two other groups in the whole place when we showed up and one left pretty quick and the other group seemed to just be sleeping or hanging out on the couch. They eventually left too. As a vibe, that's not what I'd necessarily expect for a bar, but it was too chill. Dead really. The decor was cool but the whole place smelled like weed. The bar tender seemed to be going back and forth between the back a lot, which was fine because there was arguably nothing for them to do, but it felt a little like we had some well-mad drinks in a friend's basement and they left. For the price and the vibe, we probably wouldn't come back but it seems like a chill place if you're in the area or if you don't want all the hustle and noise of the billiards bar upstairs.

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    Maddie L.

    We played pool at Temple upstairs last night and didn't realize that The Pharmacy was a separate bar. It was very empty throughout the night, guess it's not a popular or well-known bar. Quirky and chill spot with lots of lounge seating. I ordered two drinks and they were underwhelming. Way too sweet and tasted way too artificial which was disappointing. Nothing special to note about the service. The bartender was fine, just asked what we wanted.

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    My D.

    Low key speakeasy underneath a pool hall. Space is cozy with little nooks for privacy. Cocktails are cute and refreshing. We got: - Grave flower: very sour - Paloma sour: very unique and candy like flavor

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    Devin D.

    This bar is nothing special, and we discovered it accidentally while visiting the Temple Billiards place upstairs. We got a few beers and cocktails, but they were whatever. I recommend only ordering beer, as the cocktails were too sugary. No one was here, but I'm not surprised because this place was not the cleanest. Also, the server at the bar was not there many times, resulting in us having to wait to order drinks. If you have to wait for a pool table from Temple Billiards, this is a decent place to stay, but I would never go to this place for another reason.

    Lydia K.

    Hmm i went in on a saturday night around 9 pm and it was dead empty. Lol there were people coming in and go but this place never gets crowded. I guess if you like the chill vibe where you can talk to people without having to yell at each other and wait forever for drinks, this is the place for you! Drink price is a bit high imo, anywhere from 15-20 ish. I got the aviator? Which the bartender said it was the sweetest drink. It was aight. They have a different pub upstairs with pool tables so i guess if you want more interactive activities after getting some drinks i guess you could do that. Strongly recommend uber since it's located in downtown. It's not really a speakeasy bar since you just go downstairs!

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    Lawrence L.

    A basement speakeasy...the alluring back door actually has a sign that directs you to enter through the pool bar. Down the stairs you find a dark colorfully lit basement lounge full of 70s dated furniture. A counter is off to one side where you can order your choice potion. The selections are many, all of them tasty and the menu booklet is well organized. What will it be?

    people playing pool in a large room
    Ved D.

    Cut and chill little basement speakeasy in Pioneer Square. Stopped by on here on the way to the Mariners game to pregame and we loved it. It also helped that we won the game haha

    Carolyn P.

    What IS this place?!? After a Mariners game, the SO and I were thirsty and found the Pharmacy via a small sandwich board on the sidewalk. With some help from yelpers we managed to find it in the basement of a billiards bar. That's only where the weird starts. We walked in and it was empty. Just the two of us and two very bored bartenders. Luckily that meant that they were a captive audience and willing to chat about cocktails. For as bizarre of a location as it is, their cocktail list is rather impressive, including some rather uncommon liquers and bitters which jazz up some classics. As the night progressed more folks stumbled in, the lines to get more cocktails became unacceptably long, and we decided to grab the check and head home.

    a couch, chair, and television in a room
    Amanda N.

    So cool! Stumbled upon this basement cocktail bar after a Mariner's game when we were waiting out traffic before heading home. There is a separate outdoor entrance you can take to get in, but it wasn't open. You have to enter through Temple bar and then go down the stairs to the basement. It was a little stuffy and congested in there (maybe because it's a basement?) but the vibe and drinks were awesome! Cocktails were creative and couches were comfy. They had the mariners game on so it would be a cool place to chill if you wanted to find a bar to watch the game.

    Tequila old fashioned
    Monica S.

    Strong drinks, quirky decor, and just an overall chill place! I stumbled upon the Pharmacy while dining out in Pioneer Square. This place is so unassuming, and actually is accessible though the Billiards bar in Occidental Square. Don't be discouraged by it's weird location, you will not be disappointed. Their decor is very quirky, a little vintage, and a whole lot of funky. Sprinkled with neon signs. It always feels like a very relaxed environment. The drinks take some time to come out when it's busy, but they are really doing their best back there in their small space and loads of spirits to store. Their menu is extensive and is organized by spirits, and some house favorites. My go-to is the Corpse Reviver, which is what I get when I don't know what to get because of all the options! You cannot go wrong with any drink really, and we closed the place down twice, so safe to say it's very inviting and relaxed environment. Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area!

    Nina H.

    I love discovering new cocktail bars and this one is pretty awesome. They're only open from Thursday to Saturday evenings so come by if you're looking for a low key evening with delicious cocktails. The decor is like everyone else described, part-hospital, part-LA vibes, but very unique. The bar is tucked away below Temple Billiards and there are two ways to get in - through Temple Billiards or across from Caffe Umbria (you have to ring a doorbell). It looks like you can order food from upstairs and eat it downstairs. Saw people eating pizza. It's a pretty big bar but it's great for small groups as well. I really enjoyed my Dr. Girlfriend gin with grapefruit drink, and I hope to be back to try many of their other cocktails!

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    Great Spot! The fact that it's underground adds to the ambiance. Great Service and excellent cocktails!

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    Fun, laid-back atmosphere. Very diverse cocktail menu. Drinks were great! We will definitely be back!

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    Closed until further notice as of 10-3

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    No outside food. Pizzas come from the upstairs kitchen.

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    Came here while visiting Washington, and this place has a unique aesthetic with creative cocktails…read moreto match. We arrived without a reservation but were seated at the bar fairly quickly. The bartender next to us was incredibly friendly and offered excellent drink recommendations. The drinks are on the pricier side, but the quality, presentation, and overall atmosphere make it worth a visit if you're in the area. The bar staff were kind, attentive, and helped make for a great experience.

    My experience at Deep Dive was unfortunately overshadowed by the service…read more I'll start with the positives because they're deserved. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful. The space is elegant, unique, and lives up to the photos. I also want to recognize the manager, who was polite, professional, and kindly explained that reservations were required. I completely understand and respect that policy. Unfortunately, my interaction with the bartender before speaking with the manager was the complete opposite. As I tried to get her attention, I felt like she repeatedly looked at me with annoyance and made me feel unwelcome. Rather than simply explaining the reservation policy herself, she went to get the manager instead. She had a problem with Hispanics. She refused to engaged at all. The way I was treated left me feeling uncomfortable and embarrassed, especially as someone who was genuinely excited to visit. A beautiful venue can only go so far when the hospitality doesn't match. I would have happily accepted that reservations were required if I had simply been treated with basic kindness and respect from the start. I truly hope this was an isolated incident because the location itself is stunning, and the manager handled the situation professionally. Unfortunately, because of my interaction with the bartender I've added in the photos, I don't see myself returning. Sadly they have a Prejudice bartender.

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    Who deserves 10 stars? The Loupe Lounge does!…read more Here is the story. If you have a long layover you can stay at the airport or you can be a rebel and venture into the city. I am a rebel with a food cause and opted to dine at The Loupe Lounge on my layover. Well, that was the master plan but coming from Maui, there were delays and my little mission was diverted. Abort? Absolutely NOT! Being a SUPER optimistic about everything in life, I rushed to make a 5:30 p.m. reservation at 7:00 p.m. I know, it was pushing it but for $150 a person I did not want this opportunity to go to waste. We arrived at The Space Needle and were whisked up to The Loupe Lounge. The host was not sure if they could still serve us so she rushed to get the manager. She must have gone back to NYC Fashion Week because here comes the manager looking like a whole GQ model, super trendy manager in the house! Well, he accommodated us, very cool of him. You're an Angel cause we were starving! The food was packaged to go, it was so delicious I'm super bummed that we didn't get to experience this in person. It was pretty in a box can't imagine what it would have been like in person! Beggars can't be choosers! The meal was fantastic! Caviar was packaged with ice! How accommodating and it passed TSA. Drinks were amazing and Andrea was the BEST waitress! Lucky we had her! Overall, if I'm back in Seattle this is back on my to-do list! Very cool experience and worth every penny! Honestly pretty cheap considering all you get! The drinks alone were worth it!

    Old Fashioned - 4 stars Supernova Spritz - 4 stars…read more The lounge at the top of the Space Needle is all about the view--and that's the reason to be here. The drinks are nothing special and definitely not the highlight, but they get the job done while you take in one of the best panoramas in Seattle. The revolving lounge gives you a full 360-degree view of the city, so every seat feels like the best seat in the house. You can see all of downtown, the Puget Sound, and the peninsula across the water as the floor slowly rotates. It's an easy, relaxed way to take in everything without having to move around. Bottom line: don't come expecting craft-cocktail magic. Come for the incredible views, the unique experience, and the chance to see Seattle from above in a way that never gets old.

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