The Sitting Room
Uptown Queen Anne European Bar
(206) 792-5571
108 West Roy Street, Lower Queen Anne
(at First Avenue)
Seattle,
WA
98119
47.625732
-122.358132
Neighborhoods: Magnolia / Queen Anne, Lower Queen Anne
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The Sitting Room
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Inspired by the cafes & bars of Europe, The Sitting Room in Uptown Queen Anne opened its doors in December of 1998 and has become one of Seattle's most distinctive nightlife destinations. Candle-lit bistro tables provide the perfect setting for an intimate evening for two or a night out with good friends. Email us to reserve tables for events. Sip on specialty fresh juice and herb infused cocktails, enjoy a glass of European wine or relax with a refreshing tap or bottle beer. Compliment your drinks with our fresh prepared cuisine including European-style smoked salmon, creative paninis, bruschetta and salads or a bowl of hearty soup. Bask in the atmosphere of this stylish bar; open 5pm-2am 7 days a week! Unwind with generously priced food and drinks during happy hour from 5pm-7pm & 11pm-1am & Mondays ALL NIGHT LONG! We hope you visit us soon for a truly unique experience. A Bientot!
The Editor
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The Scene
Intimate tables and a well-worn sofa and chairs blur the lines between cafe and living room at this eminently comfortable Queen Anne bar. Gently glowing lamps cast shadows across the burgundy cement floors and golden walls. Regulars drink wine and eat snacks at the zinc-top bar, or settle in with friends at tables for signature cocktails and affordable dinner plates. The front window, an old garage door, is thrown open on sunny days--enjoy the breeze and pretend you're in Paris.
The Draw
European cocktails kickstart the menu, including versions made with herbal liquor Chartreuse and cucumber puree. The wine list is both extensive and affordable, mostly featuring bottles from France and Italy; the well-schooled staff are keen recommenders. Beer lovers will enjoy the long list of European brews, including Hoegaarden and Stella on tap. Small, shareable tasting plates include a decadent cheese board, European-style smoked salmon, pate, tapenade and daily soups.
User Reviews
trueseattlite
April 26, 2009
I've been going to the Sitting Room for about 8 months, since I moved from the U-dist. to Queen Anne. I always found the place to be charming, with great drinks and eats. Great servers and bartenders-most who have been there for years. I was there last night-it was a sat. and I witnessed some of the trashiest behavior I have ever seen. A group of people celebrating a party took up half the room and kept trying to order coors light, vodka red-bull, sliders and french fries. The Sitting Room is NOT that kind of place. White trash orders aside, they were pushy, rude and insulting to their waitress who has served me many times and I found to be sweet and very helpful with the foood and drink specials. This poor girl-(sorry server, I can't recall your name but you have red hair and always wear great heels), went through this abuse all night and I can only hope they tipped her enough to have put up with it-though from what I could tell they were too busy disputing the cost of their tabs to get out of paying that they were probably bad tippers as well. We witnessed them take their shoes off and walk around barefoot, sit on the floor, and lick frosting off cupcakes they had brought in and then throw the wrappers and half eaten cakes on the floor! Where are these people from?!? Certainly, not Seattlites. What self respecting Seattle inhabitant would try to order chicken strips and a coors light at a wine bar? Long story short: I hope the next time I'm in the ambiance isn't ruined by WT girls and jack a$$ guys and my friend and I can enjoy our wine and cheese board without the circus.
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cloudydawn
February 25, 2009
While visiting friends in Seattle last month (I'm from Berkeley, CA) they invited me out to The Sitting Room in lower Queen Anne. We enjoyed the festive atmosphere and delicious appetizers so much on Saturday night we decided to go back again on Monday. This was such a great little place I thought I should help spread the word. On Saturday, the first thing I noticed was the charming owner, who greeted us at the door and promptly found us a clean table in front. The place was beginning to fill up but his friendly manor seemed to foretell the kind of evening we were to have. Our handsome young waiter patiently answered our questions on the unique small plates menu and he soon filled our table with cocktails (I loved the gin drink with fresh thyme) and tasty dishes that more than satisfied (chorizo with blue cheese & dates, cold-smoked wild salmon, and pate made with free-range nitrate-free pork). The other patrons were obviously having a great time too so the infectious spirit carried us through several more rounds of drinks. On Monday we were in the mood for a quieter place to have a glass of wine and something to eat and The Sitting Room proved to be that too. Another friendly waitperson (Kelly?) filled our table with a sampling of more delicious small plates (loved the olive selection and the chicken panini with organic greens) that served as our leisurely dinner. I must say that the house red wine was highly drinkable but someone has put some thought into the wine selection as we did some serious tasting. I admit that I was surprised how much I liked the red from Washington state. I look forward to my next visit to Seattle (this summer) so I can take advantage of the outside seating and enjoy another glass of French wine at a truly unique establishment in one of Seatle's great neighborhoods.
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Emmarie
February 02, 2009
I was hosting a birthday party for one of my girlfriends and The Sitting Room was GREAT!! I had first made the reservation for 15, but had to later change it to accommodate 20, and the staff was wonderful about it. When we got there, we had a whole area to ourselves, including a comfy couch and two armchairs. The waitstaff was phenomenally attentive (remembering everyones' names, even) and replaced our drinks and food as quickly as we could finish them. Specifically, I believe our waiter was named George (tall with glasses) and he was the best waiter I have ever had...and I've dined a lot in Seattle proper! As far as the food, it was all very delicious. The menu on the website is pretty modest, but there were several tasty choices once we got there. The caprese salad was one of the best I've had in Seattle and the bruschetta (ingredients change by the week) was to DIE for. I even had a cake that the waitstaff held in the kitchen until we were ready to unveil it. When it was time, they lit the candles and brought out plenty of plates and cutlery for all. Overall, the night was a HUGE success! There was plenty of room and a down-tempo ambiance perfect for the group of people I was entertaining. Thank you, Sitting Room for a great party!!
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What to Drink:
Order a carafe of house wine to split--the large carafe holds three glasses.
Save Money:
Happy hour is every night between 5pm and 7pm, with specials on wells, draught beers, house wines and select snacks.
Parking:
Enjoy complimentary all-night parking at the pay lot across the street with a $40 minimum purchase; it costs $3 with no minimum.
The Extras:
Make it a night on the town: On the Boards, an avant-garde performing arts center, is located next door.
What to Drink:
Order a carafe of house wine to split--the large carafe holds three glasses; also has Guinness Stout, Lager Belgium, Newcastle Brown Ale England and Hoegaarden White Ale Belgium.
Save Money:
Happy hour is every night between 5pm and 7pm, with specials on wells, draught beers, house wines and select snacks. Late Night Happy Hour: 11pm-1am.
Parking:
Enjoy complimentary all-night parking at the pay lot across the street with a $50.00 minimum purchase; parking costs $4 with no minimum.
What to Drink:
Order a carafe of house wine to split--the large carafe holds three glasses; also has Guinness Stout, Stella Artois Lager Belgium, Newcastle Brown Ale England and Hoegaarden White Ale Belgium.
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Restaurants, Neighborhood Bars, Lounges, Bars & Pubs, Wine Bars
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Message from The Sitting Room
- Stylish European Ambiance
- Specialty Cocktails & Wine Bar
- Intimate Evening Experience
Inspired by the cafes & bars of Europe, The Sitting Room in Uptown Queen Anne opened its doors in December of 1998 and has become one of Seattle's most distinctive nightlife destinations. Candle-lit bistro tables provide the perfect setting for an intimate evening for two or a night out with good friends. Email us to reserve tables for events. Sip on specialty fresh juice and herb infused cocktails, enjoy a glass of European wine or relax with a refreshing tap or bottle beer. Compliment your drinks with our fresh prepared cuisine including European-style smoked salmon, creative paninis, bruschetta and salads or a bowl of hearty soup. Bask in the atmosphere of this stylish bar; open 5pm-2am 7 days a week! Unwind with generously priced food and drinks during happy hour from 5pm-7pm & 11pm-1am & Mondays ALL NIGHT LONG! We hope you visit us soon for a truly unique experience. A Bientot!
