Smith Tower Observatory Bar - Bar in Seattle - 506 2nd Ave #35, USA

The location on the 35th floor of the Smith Tower made this a stunning stop with an incredible view. The atmosphere was quiet, subtle cafe vibes. Not overly populated but not super empty either. Despite being quite calm, it took an hour for our charcuterie board to arrive and we had to ask for it twice. We had finished our $18 cocktails by the time it arrived. Thankfully it was complimentary at that point, but our experience was still marred. Frankly, it was overpriced, given the service and the rather "average" food. The food was good and the atmosphere very unique, but that does not excuse an hour long wait for an appetizer while neighboring tables were served their entrees.

Let’s just start with Amanda, who is a complete Staaah on her own. She made the experience an over the top success. Even have some good recommendations on where to go in the city. The drinks were a good pairing with the potstickers could not ask for more. Observatory Sour: flavorful Oaxacan: flavorful Potstickers: crispy outside , flavorful. Dipping sauce was also tasty.

Loved our experience at Smith Tower. The exhibit about the tower is a nice little pre cursor to the observatory bar. The bar itself is a great space and the cocktails are very good (the old fashioned with the cinnamon stick in was delightful, can’t remember what they called it!). Views of Seattle from the platform are stunning.

The ambience in the bar is pretty rad! And the views are obviously amazing drinks are delicious and the bartender was super cool

Did the museum and the observation deck, bar. It is incredible history. The view is beautiful great views. The burbon old fashion was delicious and the whipped brie is a must. The gluten free crackers are best.

A true staple of Seattle. I love how well curated the collections of art, personal accounts, and historical documentation are. The observatory tower and rooftop bar serve as an exhibit and testament of Seattle’s wonderful architecture, living and breathing collective history, and unique cultural influence. Stayed for drinks and apps while enjoying the golden hour views of the city. Well worth the admission ticket fee.

You come here for a one-off experience, almost a restaurant within a museum feel. It is spendy though. I probably won't go back unless one of my really close friends is visiting from out of town.

I visited the Smith Tower Observatory and Bar on a Saturday at around 4pm and had to wait about 25min to get a table. You cannot go up to the observatory until there’s a table ready if you also wish to eat and drink. There is a large and comfortable waiting for room below though and the staff will text you when your table is ready if you wish to leave and return. They were very kind and entertaining. I had the Princess Angeline $12 which was a delightful cocktail with a beer floater, great combination of flavors and enough alcohol to feel it and the Som Tam $10 green papaya salad which was refreshing and delicious. My only complaint is there were large pieces of mint and basil that were just too big to eat. The staff was kind and helpful and the atmosphere was lovely. The views from the bar and the deck are incredible and well worth the visit. I would watch your alcohol intake as drinks and heights don’t always mix well, I felt a bit dizzy after only 1 drink being 35 floors high. This, in my opinion is better than the space needle and I’d highly recommend it! Peruse the menu beforehand since it is on the higher end of expense.