Fantastic drinks and atmosphere. Very busy on a Saturday night but the staff were fast and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Denise Tanaka
We visited the Centennial Tea to celebrate a family member visiting, and while we’d been to the secret bar, regular bar, and restaurant at this historic hotel, this was our first time for tea. The real highlight here is definitely the ambiance—the hotel’s century-old charm creates a chic, nostalgic setting that’s wonderful to take in. They’re currently celebrating 100 years, and there was a special tea blend offered for the occasion. I ordered it but later regretted doing so, as they gifted everyone a box of the blend at the end of the service.
The food was decent but not especially memorable. The cucumber sandwich was somewhat unbalanced, with the bread overpowering the filling, and though the desserts were fine, the Madeleine was the standout. The egg sandwich was the best of the savory bites; a few others had flavors that felt a bit muddled. Portions were generous—honestly, one tower would have been plenty for my husband and me to share. For those interested, there’s the option to order mimosas or other alcoholic drinks.
One minor drawback is the seating. Tea is served in the bar area, where the vintage armchairs, while charming, aren’t particularly comfortable for eating. Larger groups seem to get tables, but if you’re a couple, you might be seated in the corridor with foot traffic passing by. Service was attentive, perhaps a bit overly.
Overall, the Centennial Tea is more about soaking in the historic ambiance and enjoying a bit of an "Instagrammable" experience. It’s worth it for the unique setting, even if the food isn’t the main attraction.
Good place for girlfriends and family visiting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Holly
The Fremont is a high-end hotel in the Seattle downtown area. We decided to go have a quick night cap at the bar inside. It was packed and very lively, which was a nice surprise for a Thursday night. They had an event going on in their main event hall. We sat at the bar and got greeted immediately but the service was slow. I understand because it was very busy. We decided to order food and after about 45 minutes we asked where our order was. The server was baffled and couldn’t believe we hadn’t received our food. He checked with the kitchen, and they told him they were out of what we ordered, which was the chicken lollipops. Bad communication on their part. We ordered something else and then it took another 45 minutes to come out. I’m surprised we even stayed that long but we had a lot of fun talking with the other customers. We ordered more drinks to keep us occupied as well and it still took a long time to get our drink. We heard other customers talking about how bad the service was. I think they were really overwhelmed but the servers were still nice and kind. It’s not their fault they didn’t have enough staff on hand. Let’s talk about the food when it finally came out. We ordered the Mediterranean platter and the Smoked Duck Tartine. I don’t have much to write about the Mediterranean plate since it was just hummus with chips basically. Pita bread would’ve been a better compliment. The Duck Tartine was good, but the ricotta overpowered the duck. The duck was great without the ricotta! They ended up comping our food since it took forever which was the right thing to do. Hopefully the management will get more people to staff the bar when they have events on site. The atmosphere here is amazing feels like an old rustic vibe. I’ll be back to give them another shot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
John Grosso
We sat down for drinks and food. Emma was our server. She was bubbly, personable, and made us feel very relaxed and comfortable. Very accommodating and helpful. A delightful spot! Amazing cocktails! Exquisite vibes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Amelia Powell
Had a fancy whisky drink at happy hour- the bartender tucker was exceptional and I got the best smokey infused manhattan I've had. High ceilings with moving art. A great happy hour for sure
Daisy Sky Shangrow
We had the best time at afternoon tea! David R. was our server, and he was the most delightful presence. The food was lovely, and David was so attentive, knowledgeable, and kind! We are looking forward to our next tea :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Denis Dontu
Everything was superlative!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Hackett
Jake E. Did a great job taking care of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Duane McCoy
Gorgeous space with professional service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Design Harmony
A must visit in Seattle. The ambiance is everything!
This bar was the perfect spot to relax with great cocktails (the Love Loud was my favorite!). The library provided a cozy more intimate vibe, which I enjoyed as well. The lighting here is perfect. Decor was a great blend of classic elegance and modern luxury. Bartender and servers provide excellent service. Should also check out the speakeasy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa
Unfortunately, high tea was a big disappointment. From the time we sat down until we got tea was 45 minutes. It was an additional 15 minutes to get scones and sandwiches. The food was mediocre at best. The breads seemed stale. It was also very loud and we had difficulty talking at our table. It was quite expensive, and simply not worth it. There were supposed to have been bubbles and a birthday something-or-other, and that didn't happen. It was probably just one of those days when we should have stayed home.
Shannon
My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at the Fairmont. It was a fun and special experience. Our server was attentive and even included a special dessert for us. The food was incredible and inventive. We highly recommend visiting the Fairmont for a wonderful afternoon tea.
Kerrie
I had a very nice experience when my daughter and I went for afternoon tea. The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. We were seated in the library section of the bar and although it was quaint and cozy, it was quite stuffy and difficult to feel comfortable in the low chairs seated at a table that was too small. It didn't feel like we had enough space to truly enjoy the experience. I do wish that the tea could have been held in the George restaurant as it used to be
Angie
I cannot express how much we adore High Tea at the Fairmont. We literally have reservations every month now. They are so welcoming and warm, they accommodate almost every request, and are DOG FRIENDLY. But not just friendly, they seem to bend over backwards for pooches and this alone is heavenly. Our server, David, was an Angel and it was such a pleasure seeing him today. You will feel like a VIP every time you visit.
Fantastic drinks and atmosphere. Very busy on a Saturday night but the staff were fast and friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We visited the Centennial Tea to celebrate a family member visiting, and while we’d been to the secret bar, regular bar, and restaurant at this historic hotel, this was our first time for tea. The real highlight here is definitely the ambiance—the hotel’s century-old charm creates a chic, nostalgic setting that’s wonderful to take in. They’re currently celebrating 100 years, and there was a special tea blend offered for the occasion. I ordered it but later regretted doing so, as they gifted everyone a box of the blend at the end of the service.
The food was decent but not especially memorable. The cucumber sandwich was somewhat unbalanced, with the bread overpowering the filling, and though the desserts were fine, the Madeleine was the standout. The egg sandwich was the best of the savory bites; a few others had flavors that felt a bit muddled. Portions were generous—honestly, one tower would have been plenty for my husband and me to share. For those interested, there’s the option to order mimosas or other alcoholic drinks.
One minor drawback is the seating. Tea is served in the bar area, where the vintage armchairs, while charming, aren’t particularly comfortable for eating. Larger groups seem to get tables, but if you’re a couple, you might be seated in the corridor with foot traffic passing by. Service was attentive, perhaps a bit overly.
Overall, the Centennial Tea is more about soaking in the historic ambiance and enjoying a bit of an "Instagrammable" experience. It’s worth it for the unique setting, even if the food isn’t the main attraction.
Good place for girlfriends and family visiting.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The Fremont is a high-end hotel in the Seattle downtown area. We decided to go have a quick night cap at the bar inside. It was packed and very lively, which was a nice surprise for a Thursday night. They had an event going on in their main event hall. We sat at the bar and got greeted immediately but the service was slow. I understand because it was very busy. We decided to order food and after about 45 minutes we asked where our order was. The server was baffled and couldn’t believe we hadn’t received our food. He checked with the kitchen, and they told him they were out of what we ordered, which was the chicken lollipops. Bad communication on their part. We ordered something else and then it took another 45 minutes to come out. I’m surprised we even stayed that long but we had a lot of fun talking with the other customers. We ordered more drinks to keep us occupied as well and it still took a long time to get our drink. We heard other customers talking about how bad the service was. I think they were really overwhelmed but the servers were still nice and kind. It’s not their fault they didn’t have enough staff on hand. Let’s talk about the food when it finally came out. We ordered the Mediterranean platter and the Smoked Duck Tartine. I don’t have much to write about the Mediterranean plate since it was just hummus with chips basically. Pita bread would’ve been a better compliment. The Duck Tartine was good, but the ricotta overpowered the duck. The duck was great without the ricotta! They ended up comping our food since it took forever which was the right thing to do. Hopefully the management will get more people to staff the bar when they have events on site. The atmosphere here is amazing feels like an old rustic vibe. I’ll be back to give them another shot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
We sat down for drinks and food. Emma was our server. She was bubbly, personable, and made us feel very relaxed and comfortable. Very accommodating and helpful. A delightful spot! Amazing cocktails! Exquisite vibes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Had a fancy whisky drink at happy hour- the bartender tucker was exceptional and I got the best smokey infused manhattan I've had. High ceilings with moving art. A great happy hour for sure
We had the best time at afternoon tea! David R. was our server, and he was the most delightful presence. The food was lovely, and David was so attentive, knowledgeable, and kind! We are looking forward to our next tea :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was superlative!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jake E. Did a great job taking care of us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gorgeous space with professional service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A must visit in Seattle. The ambiance is everything!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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This bar was the perfect spot to relax with great cocktails (the Love Loud was my favorite!). The library provided a cozy more intimate vibe, which I enjoyed as well. The lighting here is perfect. Decor was a great blend of classic elegance and modern luxury. Bartender and servers provide excellent service. Should also check out the speakeasy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unfortunately, high tea was a big disappointment. From the time we sat down until we got tea was 45 minutes. It was an additional 15 minutes to get scones and sandwiches. The food was mediocre at best. The breads seemed stale. It was also very loud and we had difficulty talking at our table. It was quite expensive, and simply not worth it. There were supposed to have been bubbles and a birthday something-or-other, and that didn't happen. It was probably just one of those days when we should have stayed home.
My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at the Fairmont. It was a fun and special experience. Our server was attentive and even included a special dessert for us. The food was incredible and inventive. We highly recommend visiting the Fairmont for a wonderful afternoon tea.
I had a very nice experience when my daughter and I went for afternoon tea. The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. We were seated in the library section of the bar and although it was quaint and cozy, it was quite stuffy and difficult to feel comfortable in the low chairs seated at a table that was too small. It didn't feel like we had enough space to truly enjoy the experience. I do wish that the tea could have been held in the George restaurant as it used to be
I cannot express how much we adore High Tea at the Fairmont. We literally have reservations every month now. They are so welcoming and warm, they accommodate almost every request, and are DOG FRIENDLY. But not just friendly, they seem to bend over backwards for pooches and this alone is heavenly. Our server, David, was an Angel and it was such a pleasure seeing him today. You will feel like a VIP every time you visit.
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