03/02/09

My parents would like this place.

by corndog85

I read an article in seattle magazine featuring up and coming places in seattle. The fireside Room in the Hilton was listed. First off this place has been here for quite some time and cudos to them for trying to change the image by adding a happy hour to get a younger crowd in. Secondly if you want to have people come in for a happy hour perhaps it would be best if you had specific menus for the occasion. As we were seated there were no indication as to wether or not there even was one so we asked. The Hostess confirmed and handed us two bar menus. The menu didn't even have the happy hour prices listed so we initially thought this was going to be the most expensive happy hour we've seen. But when we got the check everything was basically half off. But it would have been nice to know the prices before hand. Plus the portion were really off some were far too small while others were absolutely huge. It made me feel like things were unpredictable and not in a good way. And like the Header states... this place is more for my parents. There were only about five other people around and they were all MUCH older and talking about the latest trend at the knitting club. All in all the furishings are nice and I would maybe stop by again when there's snow on the ground for a nice winter cocktail. But maybe if you want to change your image... start with the basics and get new menus.

• Pros: Quite, comfortable seating and nice ambiance
• Cons: Parking, need new menus

Posh, yet comfortable lounge housed in the lobby of the Sorrento Hotel.

by Contributor

The Scene
Lavish accommodations help travelers and nine-to-fivers unwind in this dark, respectful den. From a central polished wood pillar, original panels of Honduran mahogany radiate from the ceiling and line the octagon-shaped chamber. Wingback chairs and soft divans, cushioned in muted vermilions, chocolates and greens, intersperse with dark wood coffee tables, marble-topped tables and neat potted palms. Selections from a short menu include flatbread pizzas, crostini with various toppings, country pate and a wide range of desserts.