Smith Tower Observatory & Bar
Bar · Pioneer Square ·
35th-floor lounge with speakeasy-chic decor and city views
35th-floor lounge with speakeasy-chic decor and city views
"Inspired by the speakeasies of yore, the bar atop the historic Smith Tower comes with serious 360-degree views that stretch over downtown Seattle, Elliott Bay, and the Cascade and Olympic mountains. Bites include potstickers and noodle bowls (nothing above $20), and the classy vibe is perfect for special occasions. The bar also has cocktail classes for small groups." - Meg van Huygen
"Downtown, the Smith Tower recently reopened its Observatory, bringing back a happy hour special and offering an option to order takeout drinks for curbside pickup." - Gabe Guarente
"The Smith Tower recently reopened the Observatory for food and drinks after a fall shutdown, offering a 3 p.m.–6 p.m. happy hour that includes bento boxes, beer, champagne, wine, and cocktails, plus an option to order takeout drinks for curbside pickup. The space must follow COVID rules for indoor dining — masking when not eating or drinking and capacity limited to 50 percent — and has instituted additional sanitation measures. Built in 1914 and once the tallest building west of the Mississippi, the Smith Tower remains one of Seattle’s most recognizable historic landmarks and now functions as an events space in addition to housing offices." - Gabe Guarente
"On the ground floor, Smith Tower Provisions is a general store added during the recent refresh to expand the building's food-and-drink and visitor offerings." - Megan Hill
In Seattle’s original skyscraper, this speakeasy‑styled bar opens onto a 35th‑floor open‑air deck with 360‑degree views; a seasonal lower rooftop also appears for special events. Highlighted by Visit Seattle and beloved by locals for history with a pour.