The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, Food

4.2

8 Reviews

$30 and under

American

1007 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1007

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2 people

24 Apr 2025

22:30

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for happy hour
Neighbourhood gem

Enjoy classic cocktails and an amazing menu in a true old world bar setting or rustic and relaxed dining room. The Bookstore Bar and Café at the Royal Sonesta Alexis Hotel. Just down the block from Pike Place Market, close to all that Pioneer Square offers and the Gateway to the new Seattle Waterfront. Chef Paul Tamaski brings Northwest favorites combined with his Midwest roots for an easy option for any evening, before or after the game or just to hang out with friends. There are books to sell and stories to tell - for 120 years.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Continental
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00
Phone number
(206) 624-3646
Website
http://www.royalsonesta.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Martha Gamboa
Catering
The Royal Sonesta Alexis Hotel has a full Catering Staff and welcomes groups from 1 to 100!
Private party facilities
Always open to your special events! Talk to us.

Location
1007 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1007
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
At the Alexis Hotel, 1007 1st Avenue between Madison & Spring
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Bookstore OatsUS$10.00
Served with strawberries and blueberries, rolled oats
Fruit PlateUS$10.00
Cantaloupe, honeydew melon, strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, *seasonal fruit*
Yogurt ParfaitUS$12.00
Seasonal berries, granola, greek yogurt
Avocado ToastUS$15.00
Brioche, creamy avocado spread, cherry tomato, radish, arugula salad, garnished red pepper flake, orange vinaigrette
French ToastUS$16.00
Brioche, cinnamon, vanilla, fresh berries, whipped cream
Breakfast SandwichUS$15.00
English muffin, egg patty, American cheese, bacon or sausage, O'Brien potatoes
Morning OmeletteUS$16.00
Mushroom, onion, spinach, cheddar, O'Brien potato
Chorizo ScrambleUS$17.00
Chorizo, onion, bell pepper, O'Brien potatoes
Alexis BreakfastUS$18.00
Choice of bacon or sausage links, 2 eggs, O'Brien potato, sourdough toast
Steak & Scrambled EggsUS$20.00
Pan-seared 4 oz steak, 2 eggs, O'Brien potato
- BaconUS$5.00
- Sausage LinksUS$5.00
- Veggie PattiesUS$5.00
- Hard Boiled EggUS$5.00
- Scrambled EggsUS$5.00
- SourdoughUS$5.00
- 9-Grain WheatUS$5.00
- Gluten FreeUS$5.00
- FruitUS$5.00
- O'Brien PotatoesUS$5.00

What 8 people are saying

The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, Food reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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8 Reviews

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Jody
Seattle3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff were kind and prompt. This is a beautiful space and a really great price point for down town. We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle1 review
4.0
Dined on 1 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Most things were great but the rare steak came medium.
The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, FoodResponded on 23 July 2024
Hey Anon - So sorry about the steak issues - should have sent it back - hope that other than the beef you enjoyed the journey! TomW
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Vicki
Kansas City39 reviews
1.0
Dined on 20 June 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The Bookstore was CLOSED when we checked into the hotel. The lady at the front desk did give us an excellent recommendation across the street.
The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, FoodResponded on 23 July 2024
Vicki! I am so sorry - these things happen - we are open 7 days a week, so guessing something happened with the staff - let us know - we are here waiting with the best cocktails in town! TomW
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christopher
Los Angeles13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 June 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
the service was attentive and top notch, without being overbearing, never wanted for anything, the food, and drinks came out timely, and dessert was offered as the table was being cleared, highlight of the night was the chef stopping by our table to find out how everything was!!! definitely come back here, taco tuesday rocks! parking was easy at 7pm, i know sometimes it can seem challenging but, im lucky enough to never have had an issue with it -overall this place was fantastic, stop reading!!! Go HERE! thank you
The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, FoodResponded on 23 July 2024
Christopher - Taco Tuesday is the best! great burgers and chef specials - thanks for the great note - appreciate it, come back soon for a Tomtini! (yep, its a thing).
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twait VIP
Vancouver11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great bar and atmosphere - smoked salmon dip to burger, the group had great fun and found our new favorite hang out. Can't wait to go back.
The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, FoodResponded on 23 July 2024
Thanks for the note! That burger wins me every time - come back and see us on the way to a Mariners game - just down the street!
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adventurer
Tahoe14 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 May 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great little spot for a bite and cocktail. We ate in the bar which had a nice ambience.
The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, FoodResponded on 23 July 2024
Thanks Adventure guy - it is a great spot for a cocktail and to watch the maddening crowd heading down 1st Avenue - its quite the show and our fantastic bartender folks add to it daily.
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Andrew
Austin1 review
2.0
Dined on 14 April 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great, loved the drink. But the food disappointed. Undercooked asparagus, cold food, tasteless chicken. Go for the drinks, skip dinner.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dining here. Blown away by how delicious the clam chowder was!! The rest of the group also very pleased with the fish & chips and burgers. Cocktails also excellent! Perfect mix of casual fare with elevated flavors. Chic & cozy ambience. Will definitely go back!
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The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, Food is rated 4.2 stars by 8 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

24 Apr 2025

22:30

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1007 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1007

Additional information

Cross Street
At the Alexis Hotel, 1007 1st Avenue between Madison & Spring
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Continental
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Martha Gamboa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.royalsonesta.com/
Phone number
(206) 624-3646
Catering
The Royal Sonesta Alexis Hotel has a full Catering Staff and welcomes groups from 1 to 100!
Private party facilities
Always open to your special events! Talk to us.

The Bookstore: Spirits, Wine, Food

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Food

Bookstore OatsUS$10.00

Fruit PlateUS$10.00

Yogurt ParfaitUS$12.00

Avocado ToastUS$15.00

French ToastUS$16.00

Breakfast SandwichUS$15.00

Morning OmeletteUS$16.00

Chorizo ScrambleUS$17.00

Alexis BreakfastUS$18.00

Steak & Scrambled EggsUS$20.00

What 8 people are saying

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