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The bloody mary is a drink for all seasons.
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8 Places in the Seattle Area to Sip a Mighty Fine Bloody Mary

Some are topped with sliders and tacos, while others have a splash of pho

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Whether loaded up with spice or decorated with elaborate garnishes, bloody marys have become a daytime cocktail icon. And, in a city that loves its brunches and booze, there are plenty of places that do it right. Below is a small selection of bars and restaurants that will satisfy that savory booze craving, from slider-topped monstrosities to wasabi-infused twists. (Oh, andhere’s why the best time to order a bloody mary may actually be after dinner.)

These are listed geographically, from north to south, not in order of preference. It’s also a list that will be updated and expanded over time, so if there’s a spot you think we missed, pleasesend us a tip.

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Sam's Tavern

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The bloody marys at this Seattle institution (with four locations in the area, including this roomy Redmond spot) has earnedsome national recognitionfor its excessive accoutrements, which includes a slider as a garnish. Beyond the flashy presentation, the bacon-infused vodka delivers a depth of flavor worthy of a classic. There’s also a spicy mango version for those who want a little citrus to cut the spice.

A stack of hamburgers on a bar at Sam’s Tavern, next to a bloody mary topped with a beef slider.
The bloody marys at Sam’s offer beef, chicken, and vegetable slider options.
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Hattie's Hat Restaurant

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Ballard’s legendary bar (which has been operating for over a century) currently has nine different types of bloody marys on its menu, including a smoky mezcal version and one with house-infused bonito flakes. The eye-watering serrano chili pepper option beckons the more adventurous, but for those who’d rather stick to the classic, “Elsie’s Famous” is well-balanced and boozy.

Blue Star Cafe and Pub

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Wallingford’s Blue Star lets customers pick and choose from a variety of garnishes, including olives, peppers, and pickled cauliflower — and, occasionally,even corndogs. The base concoction is strong enough on its own (and purists may scoff at any more than a celery stick or two), but there’s no harm in customization.

血腥瑪麗的梅森罐一個選擇啊f other containers displaying a variety of garnishes.
Blue Star Cafe and Pub offers some options for bloody mary garnishes.
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Monsoon Seattle

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Those looking for something a little different should visit this Vietnamese restaurant in Capitol Hill (or Bellevue) at brunch for its “Bloody Alternative,” a bloody mary twist that features gin, kummel, and a splash of pho. Perfectly Seattle.

A closeup of a bloody mary in a glass, garnished with lemon, basil, and olives.
Monsoon’s bloody mary is made with gin and pho.

Toulouse Petit

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Bringing New Orleans flavors to Lower Queen Anne for the past 10 years, this neighborhood favorite is known for its popular happy hours, including a weekday breakfast menu with house-mixed bloody marys for $7 (from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.). The rim of creole salt adds a nice Big Easy touch, pairing well with the andouille hash and beignets.

Queen Anne Beerhall

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雖然its understandably known more for its brews, this spacious Eastern European influenced beerhall has a surprisingly robust bloody mary selection on its weekend brunch menu. There’s a bourbon and pepper jam offering, but for vodka loyalists, the signature drink made with Ketel One and berechka, topped with a delightfully salty landjäger, should satisfy. Pro tip: order the pilsner chaser for an extra $2.

Lottie's Lounge

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This Columbia City dive has a whole section of its weekend bagel brunch menu dedicated to different bloody marys, including a wasabi version and one with beet-infused vodka. Those who aren’t afraid of more spice can level up certain offshoots accordingly. And they all go well with a toasted everything topped with cold-smoked lox.

Bang Bang Kitchen

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This Othello restaurant specializes in New Mexico-influenced dishes, particularly burritos loaded with hatch chiles. Appropriately, the bloody marys here pack a punch, and are adorned with mini tacos topped with guacamole. There’s an option to add spicy ancho reyes liquor for those who are really gluttons for punishment.

A jar of bloody mary with Bang Bang Kitchen’s logo, garnished with asparagus and lemon.
Bang Bang Kitchen’s bloody mary comes topped with a taco.
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Sam's Tavern

The bloody marys at this Seattle institution (with four locations in the area, including this roomy Redmond spot) has earnedsome national recognitionfor its excessive accoutrements, which includes a slider as a garnish. Beyond the flashy presentation, the bacon-infused vodka delivers a depth of flavor worthy of a classic. There’s also a spicy mango version for those who want a little citrus to cut the spice.

A stack of hamburgers on a bar at Sam’s Tavern, next to a bloody mary topped with a beef slider.
The bloody marys at Sam’s offer beef, chicken, and vegetable slider options.
Courtesy of Sam’s Tavern

Hattie's Hat Restaurant

Ballard’s legendary bar (which has been operating for over a century) currently has nine different types of bloody marys on its menu, including a smoky mezcal version and one with house-infused bonito flakes. The eye-watering serrano chili pepper option beckons the more adventurous, but for those who’d rather stick to the classic, “Elsie’s Famous” is well-balanced and boozy.

Blue Star Cafe and Pub

Wallingford’s Blue Star lets customers pick and choose from a variety of garnishes, including olives, peppers, and pickled cauliflower — and, occasionally,even corndogs. The base concoction is strong enough on its own (and purists may scoff at any more than a celery stick or two), but there’s no harm in customization.

血腥瑪麗的梅森罐一個選擇啊f other containers displaying a variety of garnishes.
Blue Star Cafe and Pub offers some options for bloody mary garnishes.
Blue Star Cafe and Pub/Official

Monsoon Seattle

Those looking for something a little different should visit this Vietnamese restaurant in Capitol Hill (or Bellevue) at brunch for its “Bloody Alternative,” a bloody mary twist that features gin, kummel, and a splash of pho. Perfectly Seattle.

A closeup of a bloody mary in a glass, garnished with lemon, basil, and olives.
Monsoon’s bloody mary is made with gin and pho.

Toulouse Petit

Bringing New Orleans flavors to Lower Queen Anne for the past 10 years, this neighborhood favorite is known for its popular happy hours, including a weekday breakfast menu with house-mixed bloody marys for $7 (from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.). The rim of creole salt adds a nice Big Easy touch, pairing well with the andouille hash and beignets.

Queen Anne Beerhall

雖然its understandably known more for its brews, this spacious Eastern European influenced beerhall has a surprisingly robust bloody mary selection on its weekend brunch menu. There’s a bourbon and pepper jam offering, but for vodka loyalists, the signature drink made with Ketel One and berechka, topped with a delightfully salty landjäger, should satisfy. Pro tip: order the pilsner chaser for an extra $2.

Lottie's Lounge

This Columbia City dive has a whole section of its weekend bagel brunch menu dedicated to different bloody marys, including a wasabi version and one with beet-infused vodka. Those who aren’t afraid of more spice can level up certain offshoots accordingly. And they all go well with a toasted everything topped with cold-smoked lox.

Bang Bang Kitchen

This Othello restaurant specializes in New Mexico-influenced dishes, particularly burritos loaded with hatch chiles. Appropriately, the bloody marys here pack a punch, and are adorned with mini tacos topped with guacamole. There’s an option to add spicy ancho reyes liquor for those who are really gluttons for punishment.

A jar of bloody mary with Bang Bang Kitchen’s logo, garnished with asparagus and lemon.
Bang Bang Kitchen’s bloody mary comes topped with a taco.
Bang Bang Kitchen/Facebook

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