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The Carlile Room, Seattle, WA

The Carlile Room

4.5
4.5
1266 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Basking in the glow of the Paramount Theatre marquee, the Carlile Room is a groovy cocktail spot serving up a modern-American bar & grill menu with vibes of the late sixties and early seventies.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 946-9720
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ron Anderson
  • Catering
    We like to party, give us a call!
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    9th Avenue and Pine Street
  • Parking details
    Off Street Parking and parking garages closely located.
  • Public transit
    Stop Number: 1085 Stop Name: Pine St & 9th Ave (WB) Seattle Metro Lightrail: Westlake station
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment from our DJ booths weekly
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,266 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle

    Contemporary American

1,266 Reviews
  1. CindyR

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and very creative. The menu is quite limited, but everyone in our group (7) enjoyed their meals. Our server, Ben, was exceptional - informative, patient, helpful, personable, and kind!! I had swollen knees from being on my feet all day and we were heading over to the Paramount for an evening show!! I was hoping to not be in so much pain that I couldn't enjoy the show. I brought me a big bag of ice that I put on my knees during dinner. It was soooo thoughtful and worked perfectly. I enjoyed dinner AND the show following!! Thanks, Ben!!

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  2. sandrac

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The noise level was very high but we really appreciate being given the requested quiet table. The menu was more limited than I'd expected but very good service.

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  3. ZachA

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second time there and loved everything again. One of my favorite places to go prior to a show at the Paramount. Their drink specials get me excited for every visit, and have loved everything I have eaten. Just great.

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  4. MollyG

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The smells were just amazing. Food was fabulous and the service spot on.

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  5. JoNa

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everything was incredible, just a bit loud for a friendly conversation.

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  6. waynes

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really love this place! Wonderful menu and service! David is amazing!

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  7. SpencerC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance was refined, quiet, and laid back. Our server had great recommendations and was attentive. The food quality was excellent and reasonably priced. My new favorite spot!

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  8. ErickaO

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful and I’m so glad we made reservations. Everyone was very nice and helpful. Food was delicious, arrived in a timely manner and we were so full we had no room for dessert. A wonderful way to start our evening before heading to the Paramont. We’ll definitely be going again when we’re up in Seattle.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This is our second time bringing guests from out of town for a Tom Douglas restaurant experience and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Outstanding cocktails and the service is extraordinaire. Ordered the chicken schnitzel and it was a tad over cooked, but everything else was perfect and flavorful.

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  10. Birthdaypal

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Very expensive entrees for okay food. Drinks were food. Waiter made the entire meal about him.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Staying in town to see The Breeders at the Paramount - food is reliably better than good, bar tending top notch, and they just know how to get you to the show on time without feeling rushed.

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  12. Yummy

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    small menu as chefs were out sick??? kinda lame. dirty martini used wonky olives. not good.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience4
    I had not been here for several years & was excited to take my boyfriend there (his first time) before a Paramount concert. We were both super disappointed with this Tom Douglas experience…my first ever, having “grown up” with Tom in the Seattle restaurant biz. Apparently the kitchen was short staffed and what was offered was a very limited, eclectic menu with few good choices of which was ridiculously priced for the quality and portions! We shared an appetizer, salad & burger, having two drinks each and the bill was $190 with tip!! So not worth it! It was a “meh” and I will never go there again.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    Was not at all as expected. Over priced and very average food.

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  15. LadyKopavogur

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Love the Carlile Room overall, but had an off experience. Have been to Taste of Iceland two times before and really loved it, especially because the chef delivered one of the dishes both times. First year was most innovative, second year solid with above-and-beyond waitstaff and thoughtful drink pairings. This year, waitstaff had not tried the menu or had any knowledge of the drink pairings (nor a printed menu for them), and the visiting chef appeared rather unhappy and did not visit any guests, even though the restaurant was fairly quiet. Food was tasty, but not as exciting as usual. I would still recommend Carlile Room, but did not feel it was up to par last visit.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Our server was great but he was just spread to thin so there was a lot of waiting around and the overall experience was subpar. Also, we went for the 4-course Icelandic tasting menu - we expected they would change utensils in between but that wasn’t the case, Kind of awkward to put “used” knives and folks on the table to wait for the next course…

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  17. JudyS

    Seattle

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Limited menu. Food good, but overpriced. Very noisy!

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  18. WSCurlyGirl

    Seattle

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went specifically for the Icelandic menu and it was great. Each dish was beautifully presented and the flavors were wonderful - every ingredient was cooked perfectly and in total harmony with each other. Service was great, as usual. The restaurant is typically busy and loud and if you're in the mood for that, it's fine - for a quieter evening, you may have to go much later, after the theater crowd has gone.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was hot and delicious. We were a group of 3 and we each loved our meals.

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  20. MaryD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was high quality and service was personable and appropriate. Would highly recommend for a nice dining experience.

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  21. DKL01

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Always a fun evening prior to attending a paramount theater production. Good food and good service.

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  22. DebbieS

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place! Loved the atmosphere. The service was top notch. They do need to update happy hour if they’re constantly running out of food. Change it up so your not short on food. The shrimp was way over cooked, but they took it off the bill. Really cool place though and the drinks were perfect!

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  23. ChristineS

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great

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  24. SteveL

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Similar to a Tom Douglas restaurant, great customer experience, excellent service and phenomenal menu. Can’t wait to get back!!

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  25. ElisabethB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing. Everyone was very nice and help. Great for a birthday dinner.

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  26. ZachA

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything about this restaurant. From the moment the doors openned until I walked out. I was seeing a show across the street and they had a custom drink menu with specials related to the event, and the menu had the picture of the headliner. The food was some of the best I have had, ever. Just delicious and well balanced. Amazing. Will be back many more times. Just great!

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  27. BrendanD

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    Great location for Paramount shows, great atmosphere. Food is underwhelming, especially at inflated prices. Staff is friendly but a bit disorganized (host and server both fumbled easy tasks, including misplacing our food order and having to retake it). Hoping the situation improves as the space is beautiful.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    David was a great server. Knew a lot about the menu and was helpful.

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  29. TheresaJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    EXCELLENT service, great food. Fun, lively atmosphere. Love it!

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  30. MikeP

    Seattle

    50 reviews

    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    First time at the Carlile with the new menu - very good hh, had the onion dip with chips and the corn dogs were amazing! The old fashioned was spot on as well. Friendly & attentive service from all staff!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service! Food is wonderful and comes out quickly! Excellent location for theater!

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  32. SharonM

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Carlile Room has a cool, urban vibe and the wait staff are friendly and courteous. While I went on a weeknight it wasn't super busy but I'm sure it's more energetic on a weekend. I ordered the chicken schnitzel and it was delicious, one of the best I've ever had.

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  33. BillB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Our experience was great. One uncomfortable experience was our waiter seemed to treat me, a male, oddly. He was short with his answers to me and would abruptly turn and leave upon answering. I sensed a glare once that made me feel he was not respecting me. He gave my female partner dedicated attention to her questions. It made me wonder if there was gay tension. I'm straight, and maybe he had animosity toward me.

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  34. RebeccaD

    Austin

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Had the wagyu steak which was perfectly cooked and delish! Strated with hush puppies and pimento cheese as a starter. They were good but too sweet for my liking. Overall great after theater meal.

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  35. LaraB

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The menu looked pretty good, but nothing was good enough to come back a second time for. The specialty cocktails for the Six performance were very good.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service! One of my favorite Seattle restaurants

    1 person found this helpful

  37. DeborahN

    Coastal Georgia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and one of the best Old Fashioneds around! Friendly and attentive service!

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  38. rez42

    Seattle

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I/we love your restaurant! As a season ticket holder to the Broadway shows at the Paramount I/we always look forward to having dinner at your restaurant before the show. The service is always excellent and the food and drinks are delicious! Thank you to your team for making my/our visits so enjoyable! PS - love how you always tie in your menu to the current show. Very fun and creative!

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  39. TiffanyG253

    Seattle

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    First time dining. Great options for happy hour, tried the onion dip with chips, shrimp cocktail and wedge salad. Portions were small but filling. The hushpuppies with pimento were a great combination. Ginger apricot soda was my favorite drink of the evening. Can't wait to come back in a few months.

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  40. DarciaR

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Carlile Room never disappoints. Every dish and drink we tried was delicious.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

The Carlile Room is rated 4.5 stars by 1266 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Carlile Room

820 Pine Street, Seattle, WA 98101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    9th Avenue and Pine Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Grill, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Off Street Parking and parking garages closely located.
  • Public transit
    Stop Number: 1085 Stop Name: Pine St & 9th Ave (WB) Seattle Metro Lightrail: Westlake station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ron Anderson
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment from our DJ booths weekly
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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