Needle And Thread

The ambiance here can’t be beat. It’s an old-money library theme and it’s very comfortable inside. But as nice as it is the lighting is bad so any photo we took looked awful. The service and drinks were both good but I suspect the waitress was on coke. So mixed feelings about that. Needle & Thread: We later got a reservation for the speakeasy upstairs which was okay. The ambiance isn’t as nice up there, the aesthetic is kind of all over the place. The bar height chairs are trash as far as quality and comfort, so we asked to be moved. I think whoever gets there first should get to those their seat, personally. It took over half an hour to get our first drink and when you make the reservation that’s clear it’s only for an hour. We were able to get a second round of drinks though, I think because we went right at opening the timing was a bit more flexible. The waiter takes down your preferences for drinks and flavors and they come up with something creative for you. I got a very unusual drink full of flavors I don’t like and honestly they made it work. The second drink was better but my fiancés drinks were better each time. I don’t know if I’d go back, but I’m glad I tried it. I personally preferred downstairs to the speakeasy vibe.

The experience was great!! Wonderful food, great staff, wonderful atmosphere, and AMAZING cocktails made to your taste. The staff were playing music that didn't quite fit the venues vibe, and they unfortunately gave away a bit of the experience we'd made a reservation specifically for... They were just a touch too helpful. Long term I'd definitely bring more friends for special occasions!

this review is for Needle & Thread, the hidden cocktail bar in back. I research and make a new cocktail at home every week and go out to cocktail bars often, including a recent visit to Death & Company in NYC. the two cocktails I had here were hands down the most creative, complex, and satisfying I've ever come across. I suggest to go with the format...they ask your mood for flavor and base spirit, then custom-create awesomeness. the food was excellent with perfect portions. to the clandestine entrance... you walk into Tavern Law, pick up a black rotary phone a few steps into the restaurant to the right, give them your reservation name, and they buzz you into an industrial strength vault door. now we know it's no longer prohibition, but uhhhhh still sets the mood for mischief.

Went for a private event. The food was fantastic. The creativity of the bartenders was unsurpassed. I asked for a drink resembling spicy panang curry. It was a fantastic drink full of amazing ingredients that I would have never considered. It was a fun evening. The whole team worked together flawlessly. You have to stop by when in Seattle.