Rob Roy

Delicious, well thought out crafted drinks. Not the type of place for a quick pre-game.Prices are definitely up there and like the other reviews have stated, they do include a service charge and if you’re okay with that than definitely give this place a visit when you’re in the mood for a real cocktail.We were in Seattle for a couple of days and made our way over twice as we enjoyed it so much.An added bonus (besides the great soundtrack they had playing) was that they have the Japanese Suntory highball machine that can add an amazing effervescence to their drinks. Only a handful of bars in America have this so when it’s present, it’s a must visit.

Rob Roy is amazing! The BEST cocktail bar in Seattle. Definitely check it out if you are in Belltown. Ewan & Chris make fantastic cocktails and really make you feel special when you are here. Order Chriss Silky- you will not be disappointed. And ask Ewan for ideas and he will work his magic!!!!

The place is very nice and quiet to eat, to have a conversation and for a date. The only thing I didnt like was that I found the Mongolian meat a bit salty and too much sauce, but the fried rice was delicious.

It’s a busy smallish bar with a queue most of the time -be prepared to have only a part of your group to have a seat/bar seat. We went in late on christmas eve and were able to get in without a queue! The service was attentive our server was a delight- The cocktails are potent with a unique use of spices and blends and came in fun tumblers (that you can get also order to take home! )Special call out to our server for helping us pick the right drink for one member of our group who couldn’t have a very potent cocktail and coming back to check in on that drink!

At the recommendation of another bartender, we stopped in at Rob Roy for some cocktails. What a delightful treat. Ewan was excellent as our bartender (although he’s more of an artist). Starting with asking about our preferred liquor, he built our cocktails from that base. They also carve their own ice which was a nice touch. I had the Old Soul which was delicious. Highly recommend if you enjoy bourbon.

Service: 5/5Drinks: 3/5Atmosphere: 5/5Value : 2/5Amazing decorations at Christmas. Forgot her name but we had a brunette bartender with a European accent and she was phenomenal. Both friendly and provided delicious drinks.There was an automatic 20% service charge but we were disappointed that didn’t even completely go to the team. We paid over 400 for four drinksAlso we requested a classic cocktail and were disappointed they would only make the drinks on the menu. With a name like “Rob Roy” we were expecting more of a classic cocktail bar that could make anything. I wouldn’t set the bar super high

I mean... its fine I guess. Definitely not worth the cost. This is the cocktail equivalent of paying $20 for a food truck burrito. Its also one of those places that adds an automatic 20% gratuity while asking for tips which feels gross. Even if you opt out of additional tipping you will be paying about $20 per cocktail. I feel like a sucker when I go here.

I came here and Roarke was an extraordinary bartender. I told him my vibes and he made drinks to fit it in ways I wa snot expecting! I want to make this place my regular spot! He was amazing, the spot was amazing. Go here! Get food across the street

Super cool cocktail spot. The bartenders are very friendly and knowledgeable. Recommendations: Gin old fashioned.

One of my favorite Seattle bars and truly a great cocktail bar compared to any in the country. Great atmosphere and friendly (award winning) staff, but the drinks are what its all about.When in doubt, or paralyzed by choice, ask the bartender for a recommendation. Theyve never steered me wrong. They make perfect classic cocktails, but their originals are worth your time.

They do not have food but their vibes, service, staff, and drinks are amazing. They even have a few non alcoholic drinks and our server, David was great with his welcome and service.

Was super excited to go here for Miracle on 2nd because all of the hype I heard. The service was good and the drinks were interesting but it really didnt live up to all of the hype. Still going to give it 5 stars though because they did put in a lot of effort.

Amazing cocktail experience. Came in while they were doing Halloween themed cocktails. We arrived at opening and there was already a line on a Saturday and the bar quickly filled. If coming with a larger group, Id definitely arrive early or prepare for a wait.Much more than a bar, this place feels like an experience and the prices reflect that. Each cocktail was interesting and well prepared and the staff was very lovely despite the rush.

Great cocktail bar, the staff is the best part imo. Prices are high (pretty standard in Seattle), but it’s worth it! Drinks are always well crafted and you can tell a lot of thought has gone into the menu!

During the holiday season, check out the pop up Christmas bar they have going on at the Rob Roy bar. The decor is incredibly Christmas kitschy (some might say 1970s nostalgic?) along with a specialized drink menu to boost your holiday cheer. Incredible employees who are attentive and funny and made the experience fun.

I went to Rob Roy for the Halloween pop up. The drinks were spook-tacular props to mixologist. The decore and couches made for a relaxed kicked back night.

Visited for their Christmas cocktails. The drinks were fantastic! We loved their spins on the classics and ended up getting a few. It was very crowded when we were there, but everyone was very nice and with time we managed to get a bar seat. If youre going with a large group make sure to go early or be ready to stand (this may not be the case for other days off the year). The atmosphere was energetic, with cute Christmas decorations making the place look great. My only complaint was that the cocktails were a bit expensive for my taste, but overall the experience was still worth the cost.

Honestly, this place is a joke. After the mandatory 20% gratuity (which they are not upfront about), drinks here will run $25 or more. Bartenders will refuse to make any drink that isn’t on their QR code menu, which can range from mediocre to gross. I ordered a gin martini (not exactly rocket science) because I wasn’t feeling the holiday menu. The bartender replied: “can’t make that, we have strict rules about sticking to the menu”. I guess all those bottles behind the bar are for show? Rob Roy, which ironically is named after a classic cocktail that they will probably refuse to make, is expensive, pretentious, and terrible just like other reviews have said. Felt like a sucker drinking here.

One of my favorite cocktail destinations in Seattle. A rotating menu of excellent drinks with season specials in a cozy space. I recommend bar seating, but the couches are very comfortable and have good service too.

Fantastic fricking Xmas cocktails!!! And look at the door man’s hair- are you kidding this place is so good

Really great honest staff. We tried all the Rob Roys. All were great, daily was awesome. Great drink mixing. Happy hour was awesome. Faux Pho Cup Noodles changed my life.

Retro bar with super friendly staff and delicious cocktails. Recommend the California Love and Saffron Sandalwood Sour

Came here last weekend and sitting at the bar I was able to watch them dump a few old trapper beef jerky strips out of the bag and serve them as “cured beef strips” for $7…yikes. I then saw them microwave a frozen dinner and serve it as a “curry”…yet this place was somehow nominated for a James beard award?? Lol. We got 2 Halloween themed drinks (we came for the Halloween pop up) and were pretty unimpressed and one of them made my boyfriends stomach hurt, I certainly wouldn’t go out of my way to go back.

Some of the best drinks in Seattle, served by knowledgeable, friendly staff in a cool, retro (think 1970s living room) vibe. The kind of place where the bartender will pour you a sip of that liqueur youve never heard of. Where you can say make me something with [ingredient X] and not be disappointed. A must stop for craft cocktail nerds.

Our waitress was incredibly rude and impatient. She pressured us to pay with one card, and mocked us. We were a four top table trying to split a bill two ways. I understand they’re busy this time of year, but I don’t think it was a huge ask. We won’t be returning to say the least.

Ive been a regular visitor to this place for several years now. I always appreciate the happy hour prices and the quality of the drinks. However, the service can be inconsistent at times. The unisex bathroom arrangement has become a concern for me as a woman. The lack of fashion mirrors and the absence of privacy for women can be off-putting and make me feel somewhat invaded. It appears that many establishments are adopting this approach to promote equality, but it does have some drawbacks for women like myself. Overall a good establishment to grab a drink when you are in Belltown!

This place wins the Atmosphere badge, they change their decor according to the season. Their drinks are limited to what they are offering. We had a big group and everyone got something different, they either loved their drink or hated it.

Went to Rob Roy for the Black Lagoon pop up. It was fabulous! Drinks were halloween/spooky themed and were great. We got Nightcrawler, Book of Blood, Black Magic, and Silent Scream. The decor was awesome, the walls were covered in artificial cobwebs, headstones, and spiders, and there were spooky heads/statues scattered around on shelves.

Charged for corn nuts and automatic service fee added to check. However, I still loved the place.

Heard about this bar from Last Call by Brad Parsons. The drinks are so well balanced and are excellent twists on the classics. Ewing was a wonderful mixologist, providing great conversation and even better drinks. His recipes are the highlights of the menu and treat yourself to a dealers choice

Automatic 20% tip and no warning about it. Waitress was nice and drinks were ok.

As pretentious as this place acts, youd expect them to at least make a good cocktail, but unfortunately they cant even manage to do that. In April 2023 theyre still using QR code menus, wont give you an actual menu, and still mess up your drink order. Skip this place; theres at least a dozen better bars within walking distance.

Stopped in because it was nominated as one of the top bars in the country. It was good but I really dont understand why it was nominated. The cocktails were good but weve had better. The decor was ok. Im not saying anything was bad but the best in the country? What did I miss?

Great for a special occasion or date night. Pricey but the drinks are good! Wait staff and bartenders are attentive and easy going.

Drinks were average. Service was less, menu is underwhelming... if you are looking for interesting craft drinks.. easily walk 2 blocks to provisions. Significant increase in menu, staff and drink quality.

Came for the Christmas Pop up Bar, drinks were good, place was packed but wait staff were quick to get orders and bring drinks. Would love to come by for their regular cocktail menu sometime

Came for the Christmas theme. Had to wait over an hour to get in. Had the hot butter rum.

Happened upon here while at a conference. Great cocktails and ambiance, highly recommend taking the short walk from some of the downtown hotels. Great restaurants around it, go here before and/or after dinner!

I never expect amazing service when I head to a bar; I go for good drinks, a nice ambiance, and a place to catch up with friends. Rob Roy had good drinks and ambiance, but I was blown away by the service - they seated our large group on the patio and kept coming out to check if we wanted more drinks into the late hours. They extended the awning at the first sign of rain. And finally, they remembered whose card was whose out of a group of 12 and after a few hours. Truly awesome, would patronize again!

This place is the worst bar I’ve ever been to. I waited 30 mins to get in, only to be seated at a 2 person table for a party of 4. Then it took another 30 mins to order and get our first round of drinks. With drinks at almost $20 and an additional 20% charge, the whole thing is ridiculous.

Friendly, knowledgeable, enthusiastic bartenders serving interesting and delicious cocktails - the menu was delightful, highly recommend the gunpowder punch, but they made great things off-menu to suit as well. The atmosphere leans intimate, which I enjoyed.

Great old fashioned with hand carved ice! Cool decor and atmosphere with black leather couches to sit on, velvet paintings, and MidCentury modern tables. Very friendly bartender that comes to you to take your order! Only downside is they are expensive and expect to wait a while for your cocktail. All in all a great place to get a classy cocktail!

Love this hole-in-the-wall place. Leather walls and couches and a high-class aesthetic, much nicer than the surrounding bars. The bartender is very nice and will make you surprise cocktails not on the menu. They have a great bourbon selection which I love.

I love the comfortable armchairs.Wish there were lagers on tap.

Great cocktail bar. Jojo is awesome.

The house takes gratuity and takes 55% out to pay for benefits for the staff.Imo that is a coat of doing business. Charge for the products dont steal the staff.Also the menu was mediocre for house drinks and they couldnt make some basic cocktails if you order off menu.

Fantastic cocktail bar in Belltown. Their drinks are excellent, but I would advise against getting food there. One of my favorite bars in the city!

This place it should’ve been upfront because they had a 20% auto gratuity based on house policies and 55% of the gratuity used to subsidize their wage. Our server told us when she presented the bill whereas I believe she should’ve told us right in the beginning. I don’t believe it’s our responsibility to subsidize their salary and health insurance as stated on the menu.

What a great atmosphere! Stopped by here after a show. Excellent service. Delicious drinks. Well be back!

Easily a top 3 cocktail bar in Seattle. Very knowledgeable bartenders who love their craft mix A+ drinks.

Great hideaway for getting craft cocktails and solid advice on what to drink from bartenders. Very well done Old-Fashioned. I liked that they had Goldfish at the bar as well, since I hadnt had them since I was way younger. The single cube they used was very resilient, and lasted multiple drinks - which isnt normal. Dark atmosphere. Check this place out.

One of the best bars in Seattle, this dimly lit, broody cocktail den is staffed with expert bartenders that are committed to good service. All of their drinks are made with fresh ingredients and they use hand-cut, clear ice for anything served on the rocks. They also have an excellent selection of rare whiskies, if you are thinking about splurging on a taste of something special.

Nice dive bar, the patio is really worth it if you want to sit down and chat with your friends, inside is more for standing at the bar and have fun. Drink selection and beers are bretti standard, nothing crazy but solid selection.

Very very impressive pop up bar for Xmas. Highly recommended!!

Its my favorite bar in Seattle. Wonderful lounge-y vibe. Great drinks. Sometimes live jazzy music.

We were denied entrance because our ID card was French and not American. Great welcoming for international tourists bravo! Great image of your country you are sending.

Dark and moody cocktail bar, great location and friendly service. Drinks menu is varied and cocktails well crafted.

Went there for the Christmas drinks. They were good but way expensive. Total bill came to $50 for 2 of us. Was also expecting a pop up to have holiday decor but there was nothing. Maybe they had taken it down as we visited after the 25th?

Great Lil upscale bar in Belltown area of Seattle. I was very impressed by the drinks on the menu and how they were made. It was soooo hot in Seattle while I was there and to my surprise NO ONE has air conditioning but the Rob Roy did!! Such a relief!! Ill definitely be back when Im in the area again!

Classic and new takes on cocktails that will keep you completely coming back for more. Personally, I could have stayed even longer, but for that damnable knowledge of needing to be up for an early meeting.This place has the best cocktails and the best mixologist I have yet to have found in Seattle. He was actually an incredible asset in regards to making my night utterly perfect!Incredible cocktail options and the skills you need to create magic all on the bartenders own make all the difference in having an amazing time?!

Went to celebrate a friends birthday and it was my first time there. Definitely not my style, so this is a heads up for anyone else that might have a similar taste as me. Place was loud, seating is limited (most likely you will be on your feet), drinks are very expensive, have in mind that if you are hanging out with a group of people you will be charged 20% service fee, ladies bathrooms were disgusting. In my opinion, if an establishment is going to charge $15 for a drink make sure to keep the place pristine. I highly suggest going to the Whiskey bar which almost next to this establishment and get better prices, service and cleanliness.

Great spot for wonderfully hand crafted cocktails made with tender loving care. Get your eggs white goodness on! Try and get there before the after 8pm crazy bar traffic starts, because you will have this wonderful high class cocktail lounge to hangout and chat with your friends in. It is absolutely delightful. Bartenders and staff are always just on it, and super friendly and knowledgeable. I think they recently limited their menu to be a seasonal rotation, so check back often.

Drinks are good but they had 20% automatic service charge on the bill. My husband and I had a glass of cocktail and paid $48. Not worth it, wont be back

One of my favorite places to get a good cocktail. I love every time I am here and this the place where after my engagement in 2017, I surprised my now wife with her close friends to help us celebrate. So this lovely place will always hold a special place in our hearts.

My favorite bar in Seattle! The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, drinks are tasty and not overpriced, and they go all out with themes; December has a great Christmas-themed drink menu with festive glasses and mugs. Ive always had a great time here.

The happy hour is fun here! Free goldfish or $5 cup o noodles. 😊 Takes me back! The spirit selection and cocktail list is also great! Service was nice, she even brought out an absinthe drip for us! Only improvement would be on the bathroom maintenance.

Standard trendy cocktail bar. Hip hop music with 20s era decor when we went. Drinks were good and priced standard for a cocktail lounge. Service was 8/10. We will probably go back whenever were around and just looking for a place to mellow out.

Nice atmosphere but the drinks are overrated and overpriced. They also apply an automatic 20% gratuity even for a party of two sitting at the bar.

An absolute must go in December when they have their pop up Miracle bar. All holiday themed drinks and decor, definitely will put you in the Christmas spirit. The Holiday Old Fashioned was my personal favorite, though the daily specials are great as well. Enjoy!

The drinks were pretty good. The room was quite stylish. The biggest disappointment is the bar tender who I observed being blatantly rude to customers trying to engage with him. He completely ignore my partner and I but the host was picking up his slack. Im not coming back. There are way more inviting places to go for that price point.

Always go here for Miracle on 2nd during the holidays! Going to have to try visiting on a regular day at some point.

I dont know what this is typically like, but the pop up version of this bar is overpriced and underwhelming. It feels very cheap when you are in there, especially with the decorations and the cocktails are meh.

The stone back drop of the bar, low lighting, and easy listening music set the tone for a cozy cave-like experience. The menu includes many types of cocktails as well as food. The staff is attentive and quick to serve even on a busy night. They’re brisk, but generally have a crowd to attend to. The couches towards the front of the bar are comfortable and provide a nice spot to talk with your friends.

Classic cocktails, great atmosphere, the staff is super friendly and welcoming!

Great cocktails with a skilled and personable bartender. I went earlier in the evening on a Sunday, so there were just a few people at the bar, but that was perfect for me. Dark furnishings and lighting give it a relaxing lounge feel without being cavelike. Id like to come back and check it out when its a little busier.

Im new to drinking and the bartender was very accommodating in helping me find something I liked that I could order at any other bar. I felt at ease admitting how little I knew and he was very willing to ask me questions about what flavors I enjoy despite how picky I am. When he finally decided on something for me to try he said that he wanted me to be honest and if i didnt like it, there was no pressure and I could fall back on the one drink I had found that I liked. Would definitely come back here. Chill bartender, calm atmosphere, and beautiful decor.

Authentic cocktails. Outstanding music. Crafty atmosphere. Must have to visit.

My favorite bar in Seattle. Its almost like a dive met with a classy craft bar and had a baby. The variety of the cocktails is great and most all Ive tasted are delicious. The balance of the environment with the cocktail program make it a must try.

This place was a great experience from start to finish: the staff was very sociable, knowledgeable, and was attentive throughout the night.The feel of the place was relaxed and comfortable, and the music selection was great.The drinks were well priced and quite comprehensive, and definitely satisfying.The food was also good, even down to their pho and the goldfish crackers. Definitely suggest happy hour, but still great to visit at any time.Also, I highly encourage any mixologists or fan of drinks to check out their bathroom (at least the mens) -- it has fan made drink recipes everywhere!

The place is located amongst many other bars on that street. Feels really nice and cozy inside. Great selection of cocktails and spirits. Service was good too, even though it was just one bartender for the whole bar. Definitely recommend.

We went for Miracle, good drinks and a cute atmosphere.

Really good drinks! I love the whole atmosphere of this place. Its super low key; a hidden gem in the hustle that is Belltown. Expand your horizons and try one of their signature drinks. Also, go during happy hour for free goldfish! (not real, the cheesy yummy ones).

Great place with Christmas decorations to the max. Great drinks too

Cute during the holiday. My drink was okay, but my husbands was way too strong (cant remember what we ordered). Ill definitely go back next year during Christmas time, but would not go here during the rest of the year.

Poor service. Was understaffed. I wanted a beer, had to wait for 10 complicated cocktails to be made before my 30 second beer.Probably not bad if you want fancy overpriced cocktails. Hand carving ice seemed unnecessary.Good ambiance though. I would have hated it higher if I hadnt had to wait 7 minutes for each of my new beers.

Basic Seattle cocktail bar. Drinks are great.. theyre known for their old fashioned and they do an absinthe drip so its cool to take out of towners here just to enjoy the drinks and atmosphere. I havent had a bad drink here, but service can be a little slow .. even when its not too busy. But thats all part of the experience!Happy hour menu has a mix of cocktails and a few (like two) snacks. Free goldfish at HH though it can get pretty packed here after 5 so try to come early if you want a seat at the bar or one of the few couches. Small outdoor patio at front as well.

Friendly and knowledgeable bar staff. Great drinks. I sat at the bar and drink ordering was more a discussion that was punctuated with delicious drinks rather then a standard read the menu thing. Probably not an option on a busy night so make time during the week!

Great cocktails, but they do add junk fees. There is an automatic 20% upcharge, only part of which goes directly to the staff.

We came in on a slow Monday evening and had a stellar time. The non-alcoholic menu was robust and thoughtful, and the bartender was extremely knowledgeable. Will definitely be back.

This is a quality old school cocktail bar. Its a small, intimate place (and dark) but really cool, and it has a great variety on the cocktail menu. Bartenders are engaging and fun, as well.

Very bougie bar with amazing cocktails. The attention to detail, the atmosphere, and everything else combine to an experience like no other. Try the Clover Club. Its made with egg whites but it tastes like lemon bars.

A very cozy bar to catch up with friends while drinking quality curated libations. Friendly staff, clean facilities, knowledgeable folks, and appropriately pour bevvys.

They were almost full because of Christmas eve. It’s a nice place to get some drinks and food. On expensive side though.

Interesting cocktails made with care. The Fresh Prince is a nice off-menu beer cocktail. I also enjoyed the Old Soul, though I would have preferred a larger piece of ice. The citrus fruit in the urinals was creative, but made me uncomfortable.

Miracle on Second was a really cool theme for Christmas!

A longtime favorite in Belltown for a quality selection of cocktails in a comfortable setting. I enjoy the Up To Date cocktail (Rob Roy’s old fashioned) from the classics menu, but my favorite is their original Saffron Sandalwood Sour. 👌

The best cocktail bar in Belltown (I dont care what anyone else says!) Its dark, cozy and masculine -- ie perfect for a date. The cocktails are inventive, and the bartenders will be tickled if you ask them to create something off menu. Dont come hungry since there is no food menu, but there are goldfish.

We Visited Rob Roy for happy hour around 6pm on the day after Christmas. The sign outside stated “Happy Hour 7 days a week.” We were met by a bartender and a waitress, who were serving 4-5 customers at most. The waitress looked displeased to be working in the first place, and her displeasure was made even more evident by our asking for drinks (how preposterous!). We also politely asked about the happy hour (based on the sign) and were told “it’s not happening.” When we asked why, the response was “I don’t make the rules , I just enforce them.” I don’t understand why it’s acceptable to be rude to customers in this establishment, especially if we were willing to pay upwards of 20 dollars a drink. I’ve heard many good things about this place, but can not endorse such abysmal customer service.

12/22- My boyfriend and I took my parents here who were in town for the holiday. I’d been dying to go here for the holiday drinks and decorations, and was super excited to be there despite the very crowded atmosphere. Our initial waiter was nice, but when we sat down on the couch he told us another woman would be waiting on us. I get that it was busy, but she was incredibly rude to us. We weren’t loud, were very polite, and she was snappy and short with us when we had questions, and blatantly ignored us several times. I don’t know who she was, but she made me never want to go back and really made sour what we hoped would be a fun evening out. I bought two rounds of drinks for our group of 4, which was decently expensive, and the least the waitress could’ve done was be professional and pleasant. I wish I’d gotten her name because the manager should really consider talking to her. I used to wait tables and bartend and I get having a bad night, but it’s no excuse to be a blatant jerk to patrons, especially nice ones.

My all-time favourite bar. If you want an adult, classy, laid back joint this should be your go to. Amazingly well crafted drinks. The staff keeps me coming back for more. Seriously, ever time I venture to Seattle this is a must stop. I look forward to it!

This place is hit or miss for me. They make a good cocktail (Ive mostly had whiskey based drinks here) but the overall vibe sometimes feels a bit off. Theyre definitely going for an upscale lounge feel, but it sometimes feels overdone. That being said, Ive been back a few times and every time the drinks are quite good and service is solid, if a bit aloof.

Awesome place for craft cocktails. Solid old fashioned and they can personalize the drink for you. Its an intimate place - good for a small group to sit relax and enjoy a good drink.

The drinks were good, but the food menu had very few items. I ordered the meatballs and what they served tasted like a microwaved TV dinner for a modest $14. The bartenders were attentive and friendly, but the food really ruined the experience for me.

My favorite bar in Belltown by far. So comfortable if you can grab a couch seat. Drinks are delicious. Service is awesome. Looking forward to my next visit this weekend.

Be warned: The topic of conversation will inevitably shift to the mens urinals at some point since someone painstakingly arranges sliced citrus in them. But this place is totally worth visiting for other reasons (too?): cocktails, service and decor make this a great place to catch up with friends. Gets busy later so get in early if you want the comfy couches at the front.

Bartenders were super kind and we loved the Christmas theme!

I like whiskey, and they have a lot of whiskey. Then, after a few glasses; the graffiti-covered bathroom walls become really cool as well. I like this place. Cool, laid-back atmosphere, good drink selection, and nice staff.

Dark, and with a great chilled atmosphere, I really liked this place.The barman was friendly and ran the whole place himself...it was a Sunday night, so not to busy.Great cocktails and liquor selection.Probably a great place for a first date.

The drinks here are always good, but the service tends to be on the slow side, and Im not sure the drinks, while good, are worth the exorbitant prices. I will say their Christmas pop-up is very fun, and its always fantastic getting free gold fish during Happy Hour. Note that their food offerings are very minimal.

We went during their advent calendar season- and it was PACKED. I will say its very festive and fun but a little too chaotic with people perched on sofa backs and crammed in any open space. I will say the cocktail I got was MIND BLOWINGLY GOOD, but at 16 dollars + tip it should be? If you want good fancy drinks and dont mind dropping the money you will love it here. Keep in mind there really isnt anything to eat.

A bit on the loud side despite its small size, so better for groups of 2-3 because you wont hear your friends from across the table in the lounge area when in a group of 10. Drinks are great, lots of options. Food is the kind you get from 7-11 (goldfish, jerky from a bag, cup noodles) which is great at a bar but only if you walk in knowing that.

Unique cocktails, dark & intimate atmosphere, great happy hour prices. I couldnt have just one Saffron Sandalwood Sour!

A perfect 60s den vibe, but with exceptional bartenders who craft very tasty things. Great spot for a stylish drink after work with someone you actually want to have a conversation with.

Love, love, love this place! The drinks are amazingly crafted, the ambiance was just what we were looking for, and we felt very safe here (as new city folk we were nervous being out late for the first time) We will be back Rob Roy!! Thanks for a great experience!

We stopped into this place because we heard the Old Fashions were amazing - which wasnt a lie. However, the server, who happened to be the general manager was a complete dick. We didnt catch his name, but he was wearing thick, black framed glasses, and a plaid shirt... He was rude, and treated us like we shouldnt be there. We were there on a business trip, and one of our co-workers is 21, and the manager ignored him when he was trying to order, then gave him a dirty look when asking what he wanted. He had his wife and baby with him(it was about 4pm on Saturday, and we had been walking at the market all day). Anyway, we were sitting on the patio, and his wife was standing outside the patio fence while we pit stopped for this famous old fashioned... Anyway, his wife asked him if she could have a drink of the ICE WATER he had on the table, so he handed it over the fence for her to have a sip - at that time, the manager came running out and grabbed it from her saying, I cant believe you think thats ok!, and walked back into the bar. It was water! Teh atmosphere was cool - but the service was stuck up and not friendly... so we definitely will not be going back.

Went for Miracle on 2nd. Long line to get in. Deco and vibe was great. Drinks were very expensive and very average. Not really worth the wait if you ask me.

My girlfriend and I just walked in to grab a drink. We are new to the area and interested in new places around Belltown. A very unfriendly, very large waitress with heavy make-up and a distinct body odor stopped by several times within a five minute period asking if we were ready to order yet. Rob Roys menu was interesting and had many options, all of which we were interested in (as we are craft cocktail aficionados) :). My girlfriend is from China, and likes to ask questions about American drinks, as she doesnt know what various types of liquors are. In what I think was an impatience with other cultures, that came across as a distinct display of racisim to my loved one, this waitress became irate at her and so politely explained that she would not be serving us tonight. I will be sure to let all of my friends and co-workers know of our experience here. Disgusted

This is definitely the place to start a night out in Belltown. Crafty, unique drinks that pack a ton of flavor. While not upscale by any East Coast standard, its certainly one of the fanciest downtown Seattle has to offer. We especially love coming here for Christmas. They embrace Kitchy with more fun and tacky childish love of the holidays than anyplace else for Christmas. Even the most Grinchy of all (with whom Id count myself among) can find something to love and return to each December at Rob Roy.

Wow! Ive been worried about visiting this place because I thought it would be too expensive or too packed with tourist. My visit was during winter so.. I avoided some tourists. And the price was super reasonable.The food here was delicious. The service was good and the drinks are nice too. Its worth a visit. But try to call ahead to get a reservation. This place is busy.

Maybe I was there at the wrong time of the day, but they didnt have any food. Just goldfish, and the waiter offered a soup. Which was an instant noodles with hot water. I didnt even try it.Drinks are nice and expensive. Hope theyll add some normal food options to the menu.

Great cocktails, perfect atmosphere for some drinks. I dont write reviews so not sure what else to write, but if you like good drinks/good time, I recommend stopping in here.

Cool atmosphere, loved the gin cocktails. Each cocktail is clearly meticulously hand-crafted. Nice place to grab a drink with some friends or a date!

Great ambience, nice cocktail menu, and friendly staff. Would definitely go back. Reminded me of some of the cute speakeasys in West Seattle.

I was denied entrance because my friend and I were wearing Santa hats and Christmas sweaters. Neither of us were inebriated and we were both acting appropriately. I understand protecting your business from santacon but we were both headed to an ugly Xmas party and wanted a drink first. I do not understand why they wouldn’t let us get a drink. I’ve been here many times and the drinks are great, but I’m greatly disappointed.

A jumbled mish-mash of flourshes attempting to be both upscale and chic. Youll sit on leather furniture while eating Goldfish out of wooden bowls. The service left much to be desired, the beer selection was mediocre, and the cocktails were average. Its another place on the list of places. Go here if the other places are full.

Great cocktail bar. Had a good time. Was in town alone and nobody gave me any trouble about taking up bar space for the night. Met some friendly people. Good staff.

One of the absolute best Cocktail spots in town. Their bar tenders know their stuff. Always a delight going here.

Went to the seasonal Halloween thing here and everything was overpriced and meh. Who wants a 20 dollar mediocre drink.

I went during the holiday season. They called it Miracle on 2nd. The Christmas bar was fun but extremely expensive, even for Seattle. The staff was friendly but I doubt Ill go back.

Amazing drinks! The bartender here, made me a drink with Gin, when asked to make something she likes. It was a blueberry drink and I normally hated Gin. I ordered more than one, lets say that.

Rob roy....stopped in here on a whim and left a fan. P ln Ave has great atmosphere. Nice lounge chairs and sofas. Easy to get a drink, and the drinks are tasty! Its a great meeting place to have a conversation over a drink without all th annoying drama you find at some of the other area establishments..I think chill is a good way to put it. Always enjoy stopping in, give it a try!

Great decor and even better service. Makes you feel cool and suave 😎

Swanky old school whiskey and cocktail bar. Looks like something out of a 60s Vegas casino. Knowledgeable bar staff and great selection of spirits. Spotted several old or rare bottles not listed.

Good cocktails! First time there outside of the holiday menu, glad we stopped in. There was a funky smell when we were sitting at the bar, need to address that.

Excellent cocktails. I love the tiny goldfish crackers they have at the bar instead of pretzels. I have been coming to this bar for almost 8 years and everytime I have a great experience.

Had heard a lot of good things about this place and looked forward to checking it out but whewwww…. Skip. So many other good places with friendly service. This one - not so much.

The signature non-alcoholic spirits were not available even though they were being mentioned on their instagram posts

A nice mix between dive and hipster with a decent tequila menu. The red wines could be improved upon and the citrus in the urinals does nothing to mitigate the smell.

Amazing cocktails! Gorgeous interior and for you gin nerds, great Belgian jenever. Also, best Vieux Carré Ive had to date.

Lot of options for cocktails. There are couple of 6-8 seating places, all other 3 chair tables and single bar tables. But good place, low light, nice ambience.

One of the Best craft cocktail bars in Seattle. The place is full of character, the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Well worth a visit.

To get to know Rob Roy is all about experiencing it yourself. The attention to detail in every aspect shows that they know what they are doing. It is a 21+ establishment that holds itself to high standards. No riff raff here. Come in, have a seat, lets forget that there is a world outside these four walls. Rob Roy will either have you living in the moment one sip at a time or whisk you away by the carefully curated spirit selection from around the world.

One of the most consistently great cocktail bars in Seattle.

Stopped by this place while visiting Seattle. Very chill atmosphere and delicious cocktails.

Really solid cocktails. They served the best hot buttered rum I have ever had.

Greta cocktail and drinks, the ambiance is very relaxed and chilled out. A bit noisy and the waitress just kept bringing us the bill when we didnt even ask for it...

Ive always had a good time here, it tends to (on weekdays at least) be kind of chill, with nice seats and bartenders who make a good drink. Plus I cant turn down a free cup of noodle with my happy hour drink.

We went on a Thursday evening after dinner, super low key until about 10pm. Fantastic drinks, and friendly service. Ask your server for suggestions and be adventurous!

They don’t accept vertical IDs even when they’re valid. Bouncer didn’t give us any reason why, said he’d give us his name address and lawyer? Big flex but ok. Tried calling to speak to a manager about the situation. They don’t answer their damn phones. Seemed like a cool place but customer service is non-existent.

Great experience, awesome bar.Had an Old Soul a Bourbon drink concocted by the very bartender himself! Was very good. Recommend to everyone.

Lovely and intimate bar, with great service and great drinks.

Incredible drinks and a great place to take a small - medium crew on a work night when visiting from out of town!

Lovely to see this place opened back up, highly recommend the Saffron Sour. It’s a very cozy bar if you’re looking for a place to nestle down and have a conversation over drinks.

Fun and energetic vibe provided by Timothy and Aaron, the drinks were fantastic. I started the night off on a bar crawl and this was the only bar I took a second walk through on!

Cocktails were terrible. Music was awful. And they don’t serve food.

Timothy is the man. A gentleman, a connoisseur, and a craftsman. Everything on the menu is great, and everyone that worked there was friendly, helpful, and generally wonderful.

The miracle bar experience is top notch! Seating capacity only (50 people) from 4-7pm, then they bump it to 100 people capacity after 7pm (according to the very polite bouncer).

We loved this place!!! Especially how wonderfully decorated it was for the holidays! The drinks were a bit pricey but very festive. Would come back again!

Still the best cocktail bar in Seattle. Imaginative and delicious drinks and world-class staff.

Came for the Christmas pop up bar on Christmas Eve and it is amazing!!!!! Absolutely everything is festive. The glasses, the decor and the patrons. Such a fun time!

Roy Boy denied entry to me and two of my black friends for being too rowdy because we were speaking animately after a happy hour. Every one else who was white and exhibiting the same behavior were allowed entry. This was the first and last time I will ever attempt to give this location my patronage.

Awesome little spot with cool signature cocktails. Friendly service. Try the thing with gin and blueberries, theyll know what you mean

Great cocktails and great atmosphere. One of my favorite bars in Seattle.

Great staff, strong drinks, dark atmosphere. Theres even fruit in the urinals if youre wanting to disrespect some citrus.

Most knowledgeable and skilled bar team in Seattle in my opinion. Traditional and with no pretentiousness. If you care about what you drink, these guys are great

This place is awesome if you like a perfect cocktail come here, this place is chill. Staff was very kind. My #1 spot to go to in WA

Nice place with amazing cocktails ! Tasty!

I have the clever inside of me I just cant get it out. Love miracle.

Atmosphere - dark and luxuriousDrinks - expertly mixed and garnishedStaff - friendly and down-to-earthA really spectacular place to enjoy some cocktails in Belltown!

Great innovative drinks. Friendly staff. Never had a negative experience.

Great for cocktails, one of my favourite places. Service can be slow at times but the drinks make up for it.

Extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. Very creative cocktails. Love the signature Rob Roy cocktail!

Gotta go to happy hour and have some of the free gold fish with a rotating selection of happy hour cocktails. Very much a lounge atmosphere.

Trendy upscale cocktail bar, slight frown from the waiter when we only ordered beer. Limited (but great quality) food selection.

Awesome little Belltown eatery and pub. Very popular place, especially during the Holiday season. Very friendly staff and security. Would highly recommend.

Stylish interior design and cool vibe. Delicious craft cocktails: my favorite was the Gunpowder Punch.

Amazing cocktails for a sexy date night or just hanging with friends, all drinks made with love, balance and staff that k no vows their stuff

My go to spot for a classic cocktail. Good atmosphere and generally a good crowd. Try the old-fashioned!

Great food, great drinks. rendezvous is a favorite, but its nice to be able to scale up a notch a door over.

Super long wait. The waitress was friendly, but she was the only one working all the tables. Im not sure if its normally like this, but it was crazy and I felt bad for her. The drinks were okay, but not $14 a drink okay.

Great quality over many years. I was shocked that one bartender ran the entire place on a Sunday evening. He did s great job!

This bar is absolutely amazing! Go see Cuyler. Super nice guy who makes the best drinks!!Love this place.

Expensive, but tasty craft cocktails in a super comfortable environment with top notch service. Thank you Sho and Timothy.

They make custom cocktails if you ask, grey service older crowd so its not crazy

Staff was very cool. Atmosphere was excellent and customers were really nice. Very clean with a neighborhood bar vibe.

Went for the pop up Christmas bar, which was great.

Lovely place, just recently discovered. Highly recommended. Prices are very reasonable

Cocktails on point here. Seasonal changes with the menu and any drink you get will be absolute yum.

Best drinks Ive had all night, Aaron and Tim were a great team. Will be back!

I gotta say...mixing feelings about this place. Half the time I was there I had a great time and the other half not so much. I urge people to go early to experience the better half..

Excellent service and drinks

Fun vibey lounge. Great signature cocktails and always packed on the weekend.

One of my favorite bars in Belltown. Great cocktails and they play vinyl records.

The holiday pop up Miracle on 2nd was very festive.

Rob Roy is always excellent. Their miracle on 2nd street Christmas pop-up is no different!

I recently moved to seattle and i would say rob roy is the lounge with style and class. The place is small but you wont be disappointed.

This place has great cocktails and atmosphere. You should try a Saffron Sandalwood Sour.

Delicious drinks, great service, awesome place for chatting, just dont come in a hurry, they take a long time to bring your drinks

Killer cocktails, stylish but unpretentious atmosphere, nice small plates, lively but not crowded.