Cafe Racer

I just played a show here Friday May 6- it was incredible. The sound guy, bartender, and owner were just about the nicest people I’ve ever interacted with in the context of a performance. The venue itself and drink selection is second to none. Their sound equipment, stage, and mezzanine are all something to behold, and at a professional level. It was truly an experience playing here (where they let me roll my acoustic piano right onto the floor), watching the other acts perform, and meeting the wonderful people who both work and attend this spot. It was an excellent and memorable welcome to the city of Seattle. Thank you Cafe Racer!

Absolutely loved this experience. The live band added an amazing level of creativity to their Thursday open mic. I highly recommend this spot.

Thank Sagan the pandemic didn't take this gem from us. Their new location in cap hill is absolutely fantastic. Beautiful space with tall open ceilings. The OBAMA (Official Bad Art Museum of Art) room has been preserved and is located on the second level with lots of seating areas, just like the old Racer. They've done an excellent job of maintaining the vibe if the old place and updating it with a newer space and look.

I went to Cafe Racer to see Sacha Robotti (a DJ), but didn’t eat or drink anything. I can only speak to the venue, the vibe, and my brief interactions with the staff. The few staff members I spoke with were very friendly. The door person was very polite and patient while I fumbled around to get my ticket ready. Everyone else seemed very chill yet attentive. The space has cool decor and a nice ambiance. The one thing I didn’t like was that the stage is adjacent to the entrance, which makes for weird feng shui. There’s not much they can do about that though. Overall, I had a very pleasant experience and will return anytime they host a DJ I’m interested in seeing.

A clean fun small place. Had a great time dancing and the DJ was Bomb. Live performance by Nauda was awesome

Amazing venue and staff. Really good bar, lots of space, vintage/retro theme and feel. Bathrooms are a trip. Multi floor, good acoustics, good speakers and sound, good lights and effects, great stage; The whole place is a trip, and must be seen to be believed: It’s gonna fit in great up top ch.

I loved Cafe Racer before the pandemic and I still love it. Their new location is more convenient, though I wish it was a little more cozy. The live music is just as fun as before. Definitely a great space for cheap drinks, lots of room for friends, and weird art. I went on a Sunday and the kitchen wasn't open. Not sure if that's the case every Sunday or they are understaffed. Would love more signage or clearer hours.

New owners were friendly, warm and welcoming. Loved the art and wackiness on the walls. Good to see some stuff was left up from the old Racer. Love the remodel. Chicken and waffles were out of this world!

Went there last week as a courtesy because Vermillion was closed, and they are new to the area. Too bad the staff doesn't care about the safety of women's drinks. Will never ever be back.