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2226 1st Ave, Seattle, WA, 98121
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Address :
2226 1st Ave
Seattle, WA, 98121 - Phone (206) 441-1000
- Website https://www.listbelltown.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 12:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Music : Background
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Mon, Fri, Sun
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Liz D.
Awesome! Under $40 for my boyfriend and I on Monday! Three plates, beer and wine! :)
(5)Jam C.
Love all the late night HH in Seattle and List is such a great deal with half of their menu 50% off. I really wanted to try the sea bass but they were unfortunately out of it. The ahi tuna (including the beans and veggies) and bacon wrapped prawns were pretty delicious. Skip the calamari and burger though they were bland. Save room for desert, the hazelnut gelato with warm chocolate cake is pretty good. I only wish the portion was bigger. Haha.
(4)Wendy W.
Gave this place a 4 star because of the happy hour. Got a taste of many dishes. The service was also pretty good. Here's what we ordered: Sea salt pepper calamari - it's ok. Organic angus beef hamburger with fries - it's ok. Gnocchi with black truffle cream - pretty good. Bacon wrapped Florida prawns - really good. guess anything goes well with bacon. :) Grilled Chilean sea bass - crunchy skin, really good! Spicy meatball - it's ok. Good portion.
(4)Aaron S.
Tourists should avoid this place or take their passport with. The bartender was very rude and unprofessional about the whole thing.
(2)Kim D.
The place was not what imagine! A lot smaller than I though it would be. FOOD: Came to happy hour and it was great! The value of the dishes were on point. It was affordable for the location and ambiance of this restaurant. Eggplant parmigiana: This was my least favorite dish. I usually don't mind eggplant but it was not how I would like my eggplant cooked. It was almost raw and I would not order this again. Spicy Meatballs: Spicy meatballs were not spicy but had a different texture than i'm use to. I enjoyed it but I did not love the dish. Handmade Gnocchi with black truffle cream: The gnocchi were cooked perfectly. The sauce was a little too cheesy for me so i'll choose a red sauce next time but overall it was a nice dish if you don't mind a strong cheese flavor. Pan roasted natural chicken, local mushrooms: One of our table's favorite dish. We ordered another one after we finished all the food! Moist chicken and everything was perfect. There were only a couple mushroom slices so that could be improved but other than that, great happy hour dish! Local fresh clams: Clam was great! Can't go wrong with this. There is nothing special or different about this dish but clams were cooked perfect! Grilled chilean sea bass: I thought this dish was okay. Fish was cooked great but the flavor profile is not my favorite. SERVICE: Service was great for what it was. It seems like most parties were party for two. Our table was at least eight people so it may be not what they're use too. PRESENTATION: A very small restaurant in Belltown! Very dim/dark lighting with candles. More of a romantic, date night vibe. Small bar. Food was plated well and presentable (just a little hard to see what you are eating) but it was fine. LOCATION: Belltown. Street Parking. WOULD I COME BACK: For happy hour only! ADVICE: They do run of items so beware. They were out of calamari and bacon wrapped gulf prawns so ask before you order! And we got there right as happy hour started!
(4)Joanne Y.
Are you drunk? Probably. I don't understand how this place has almost 5 stars. We went for an all day happy hour here and ordered: - gnocchi: this was pretty good, but it was a one-dimensional flavor - seared ahi: this one was the worst dish IMO. It had a weird flavor and texture and it was bad enough that I had to spit it out. My friends didn't seem to mind it much, but it was definitely not a favorite. - calamari: this was my favorite dish, above average for calamari, but not amazing - grilled ceaser salad: good, maybe a little too cooked on the almost-soggy side - spicy meatballs: good but too spicy - clams: too small and not flavored especially well - burger: this one was good but also not spectacular - grilled octopus salad: a bit flavorless with the octopus - bacon wrapped shrimp: good but nothing special The best 3 dishes were the calamari, burger, and gnocchi... and none were really star shiners when you compare to other restaurants. I had high hopes and feel like this place wasn't really worth the hype. Also, are you kidding me? For the quality I definitely would never go if it weren't for the happy hour prices. Guess you can say I disagree with most of my fellow yelpers here on the overall rating...
(3)Joey P.
Food was good, waitress good, but one of the guys working there ruined the night. Our waitress tried to make it up (she did a good job, asian girl) but the guy was terrible. I believe his name was Ivan/Ivey or something of that sort. Not only did he make our group wait 2 hours (he said 1 hour initially), when we asked if he can help make space since there were lots of empty tables but just not together, and some were done eating, he was rude. The worst was I was walking in from outside and heard him trash talk about our group with some other girls that just left. Is it part of his job to make all customers happy? Yeah. Was waiting 2 hours understandable? Unfortunate but yes. Was listening to the waiter trash talk when customers are getting a little frustrated with 2 hour wait? Absolutely unacceptable. I don't have anything bad to say about the food. It was actually really good. But I would never go again after this type of service unless they make staffing changes.
(1)Amy H.
Three words: Classy Happy Hour. I met two of my gal-pals here for an after work nosh and was moved by the long list of happy hour offerings -- everything was half off the regular menu price! We got to share work stories and catch up on our recent happenings over the likes of flatbread with feta cheese, cranberries and pine nuts, spicy meatballs, gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce, grilled Caesar salad with shaved reggiano (grilled salad!) and roasted onion chicken with seasonal mushrooms. All paired with a bottle of white wine. It was almost too good to be true.
(5)Je-Anne R.
Happy hour 1/2 off gnocchi, spicy meatballs, Caesar salad, sea bass & $3.50 wine with war
(5)Steve X.
Great little place with a great happy hour. Nice vibe, great food and drinks. Think more tapas than Italian.
(5)Sara Q.
This place has VERY consistent happy hour. Anything on "the list" is half off during HH with selected house reds a s whites for wine. Things that stoods out was the truffle gnocchi definitely, clams and bacon wrapped prawns. Truffled gnocchi were so soft and pillowy.. It literally melted in my mouth. The goodness! The sauce that it came in was so creamy and the truffle flavor, which can easily take over a dish, was out of this world! It was t overly used in the dish but was so perfect because of the simplicity of it. Definite winner and a definite order again dish. The bacon wrapped prawns were also amazing. They were huge in size and as far as how they were prepared, I couldn't have asked for anything better. Bacon was nice and crisp and shrimp was not over cooked to rubber. The clams were good but they were anything to write home about. They were super small in size and seasoning was blah.. crostini was also bland and not seasoned. Chicken was very good I could have eaten two of those with all that cream sauce that was included. Friends got the octopus salad which I should have tried but didn't get the chance, I was stuffed! I heard it was tasty but may need to go back to try it out. Lastly we got the calamari and I hated it. My one fail of the night for this place was for sure the calamari. Mine were over fried/cooked, seasoning was beyond bland and the sauce to the dish was so watery not even like a dipping sauce. That was a major disappointment after knowing all the other good food they brought to the table. Ill for sure be back for hh again, just won't order the calamari.
(4)Jacque C.
I highly recommend coming here during their HAPPY HOUR when their dishes are half off! That way you can make your tummy happy without making your wallet weep. (: Ambiance My friends and I came here on a weeknight and noticed that it was really busy, especially for a weeknight. There was a waiting list, and we waited for at least twenty minutes. I suspect that the others came here for their HAPPY HOUR! Like them, we were most excited about tasting a variety of dishes at half the price. This place is also pretty dark and quite noisy. Instead of lights, they have candles lit on each of the table and throughout the restaurant. It definitely has the date night kind of feel to it. If you're planning to bring a date here, I'd suggest calling to see how long the wait will be and also make sure that you don't knock over the candles on the table (it'll be one awkwarddd date). d: Food When my friends and I came here we were starving! So, everything sounded delicious on their menu and since we couldn't decide, we ordered more than we could fit into our stomach. But, we can't complain because the food is beyond delicious! We ordered... +Organic tomato salad, gorgonzola cheese +Eggplant parmigiana +Organic angus beef burger, fries +Spicy meatballs +Gnocchi with black truffle cream +Sea salt and pepper calamari +Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta +Grilled Chilean sea bass +Seared ahi tuna, honey-ginger sauce The best ones would be... +Gnocchi with black truffle cream: Loved this! This pasta dish is sautéed with their rich, creamy black truffle sauce. One bite out of this soft, creamy pasta dish will have you coming back for more. This was probably my favorite dish. +Grilled Chilean sea bass: My second favorite dish would be this dish because the bass was cooked just right: tender and juicy! It'll just melt in your mouth. +Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta: I would not recommend this if you don't like spicy food because when I took a bite out of this I was surprised by the hint of spiciness (definitely was not expecting it). But, that didn't take away from how tasty it was. This pasta dish is stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese and a spicy, tomato sauce is accompanied with it. Come here during Happy Hour and you won't regret it! (:
(5)Lemme K.
This place met all the hypes that's been on yelp. We went here with a group of friends for the first time and it was awesome. We ordered 5 dishes from the happy hour menu and everything was great. I was surprise at the portions, it was generous. My favorite was definitely the gnocchi and the bacon wrapped prawns. Would definitely come again! The only reason I took one star away was that even though it says it open at 4, we had to wait for about 10-15 minutes more before they let us in.
(4)Natalie S.
Came on a Monday with a party of 6 and waited 1.5 hours. But the food made up for the wait. The gnocchi was delightful and they even nailed something as simple as broccoli. Our waitress was quick and excellent. (Girl with shaved head). Will be going back soon. Go on Monday, happy hour all day drinks and most of the food is half off. Such a steal!
(4)Navi R.
Good food (I think?), HORRIBLE service. Will not be back. My boyfriend and I came here for their famous happy hour. After scanning, the menu we were pretty excited of the choices and were looking forward to trying the food. We ended up ordering 4-5 plates between the two of us. One of the dishes we ordered was the gnocchi. Another staff member other than the server had dropped off the gnocchi to the table, however, they had dropped off two plates. Looking at the portion, it's not big at all and our thought was how nice of the server to split it into two plates for us since she knew we were sharing. Well, guess what, we thought wrong. A few bites in, the server came by. Upon seeing what we were eating, she asked in a very judgmental voice if we ordered two plates of gnocchi. We said no, then she gave us a glare and said then why were we eating two plates of it. First of all, lady, you took our order. Shouldn't you know how many we ordered? Second, we didn't know, this was what was brought out to us. We've never been here before and yes, I realized now it was quite wrong of us to assume that you were nice and split the order into two plates for us. Upon that, she berated us for eating what we didn't order some more, grabbed one of the plates and turned away to a back area. With that, the dining experience was ruined and honestly, I don't remember the taste of the gnocchi or the other dishes we ordered as I felt very insulted. My only takeaway is small portions since I thought a full portion is a half. My boyfriend left her a 10% tip which I found extremely generous considering we didn't get any service after the incident and was criticized for something that was not our fault. You have definitely made my black List.
(1)Latifa S.
Favorite happy hours for years! You know sometimes you go to a place so much that you don't even think about writing a review? Well List was my obsession way before my yelping days (sort of new) and I still love it. I've been here for non happy hour and happy hour both but of course- I love their happy hour like everyone else. It's like a pretty clubby red space with romantic lights all over. So cute! Place- small but big enough. Happy hour 4-6 pm everyday and 9 pm to close Sun-Thursday. And they have an all night happy hour on Monday. What to get? Let me list then all since I've tried them all 5 times over and then some. And they really haven't changed their menus in the past 3-4 years. I like it. Keep it consistent. That way I get to eat all my favorite dishes all the time :) 1. Spicy meat balls- yummm! 2. Angus beef burger and fries- pretty good. 3. Gnocchi with truffle butter- THE BEST!! 4. Grilled Octopus salad- My favorite!! 5. Grilled chillean seabass- I get this when I'm really hungry. So fluffy and filling. 6. Seared ahi with ginger and soy sauce- pretty dish. 7. Sea salt & pepper calamari - pretty good. 8. Rack of lamb- Non happy hour item! 9. Spicy calamari and beans - yummm! I like the kick. 10. Flat bread with feta and cranberries- tasty! And the wine- they carry rotation of wines for happy hour. Its $15 per bottle!!! I've had way too many here! They even had few good cabs. Lately, its the pinot series. Either way, I love it. Good vibe, pretty atmosphere and consistent food with cheap wine! Girls nights for daysssss!!! And those truffle gnocchis!! I've tried to resist them but they kept finding their way into my mouth! Sooo sinfullll, so fluffy, so tasty! Eeeee. But if and when I can find my will power- I stick with my pinto grigio and octopus salad. Spicy meatballs are pretty darn good but way too filling to snack on. But nothing a bottle or two of vino can't fix. Stay here long enough on Mondays and you might end up trying everything on the menu. Happy hour all night on Mondays...yeaaaa!!! What else can you ask for?
(4)Matteo R.
My experience at List for dinner on a Saturday night was mixed. Despite the fact that this is a small restaurant and we didn't have a reservation, we were promptly seated. The dark ambiance and the clubby music seemed to cater more towards the people having a drink at the bar rather than customers who came here to eat. Our dinner started with a grilled octopus salad ($14); the octopus was flavorful and nicely cooked, although I would have preferred a bit more charring on the outside. The wild mushroom soup ($4) was mild at best. The spicy meatballs ($9) were the best item we tried: tasty, juicy, and fiercely spicy. The Chilean seabass w. kale and farro in creamy marinara sauce ($16) was a disappointment: the piece of fish was small and overcooked. Overall I felt like I came to the right place at the wrong time: List offers great bang for your buck during happy hour, where dishes are an amazing 50% off. For all the other times, though, there's better food to be had in Seattle.
(3)Alexa L.
YES!!!!! I wish I lived in Seattle so I could visit List over and over. It would be one of my new go to spots. We went on a Sunday night with no clue about the AMAZING happy hour deal. Sundays and Mondays - half off the tapas and $15 bottles of wine! We seriously paid less than $100 for 8 tapas a bottle of wine, and two cocktails. Tell me that isn't amazing? Aside from the awesome happy hour deals, the food was delicious. We had EIGHT tapas. After you stop laughing about how ridiculous the two of us are for eating so much, go ahead and read the list so you know exactly what to order :) -Spicy Meatballs: MUST HAVE -Green Salad with Goat Cheese & Pear: Okay, mostly greens -Bacon Wrapped Prawns: MUST HAVE -Ahi Tuna: this was the only dish we did not enjoy -Chillean Seabass: MUST HAVE -Beef Tenderloin, cooked medium rare: MUST HAVE, fries had goat cheese on them but it wasn't listed on the menu which was disspointing as my boyfriend doesn't eat that, so be careful! Otherwise, it was delicious! -Cnnelloni: good, very thin pasta, super rich inside -Baked Broccoli: very good
(5)S D.
List has the best happy hour I've ever been too. Food is 50% off and a bottle of wine is only $14 every day of the week 4-6:30pm! It is too good to be true, but it is true. With that said, come early because the place is small so expect a wait. I tried the Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream, Sea Salt & Pepper Calamari, Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, Seasonal Mushrooms with Roasted Onion Chicken and a bottle of wine all for $40. Seriously, you cannot get any better than that. The waiter was friendly and nice and I am definitely coming here again and trying other things when I visit Seattle.
(5)L M.
The food was wonderful; the wine delectable; and the atmosphere serene and delightful. We went there after work and the list was so great that a medicore Wednesday turned into a memorable evening of great food, wine and wonderful company. We tried the squid&beans and the steak. We also tried a '11 merlot from California. It was velvety with a fruity taste that reminds one of a luke warm summer afternoon. The bartender was phenomenal. He was knowledgeable and helpful but not pushy. He was warm and gregarious, which makes guests feel more at home. All in all, I really recommend the List.
(5)Nina H.
Yep! List is as good as I remembered it. I had been here a few times before to catch their happy hour and their gnocchi is the one dish I'll always remember. Their half off prices are amazing for their big HH menu. We ordered the gnocchi, Chilean sea bass and the sirloin steak off the regular menu. The steak wasn't very flavorful so I didn't care too much for it. The gnocchi was on point, creamy and the truffle aroma was deliciously fragrant. A bit on the heavy side but good to share for two people. The sea bass was delicious. Melt in your mouth almost and the farro was cooked in a tomato cream sauce, and that was a nice surprise! These portions are actually good for a whole meal, but we wanted to try a few dishes so we ordered 3. Service was efficient even if they only had two servers/bussers. The restaurant isn't huge, but it's classy and busy. You may be sitting in close quarters with the folks next to you, but you'll still be able to share a great meal with your dining companions. It's nice to come to Belltown on Sundays and Mondays, by the way, because there is so much street parking!
(4)Scott P.
If you like Happy hour this is the place to go. How can you not love their Gnocchi! My wife loves gnocchi and gets it just about any place that makes it. She thinks this is the best she has ever had. I have been back 3 times and every time it seems to be better if that is possible. I have now tried 90% of the food here and everything is great!
(5)Selena C.
Overall food was good but not spectacular. Would recommend coming here for happy hour instead of proper dinner. The tasting pour on wines is also fun. Portions are large that four dishes for two people still give you enough room for dessert.
(3)Joyce M.
All day happy hour Sunday & Monday ; mediocre food.
(3)Shereen A.
List is a solid choice for whatever type of night you fancy. Date night? Check Girls night? Check Out with a small group? Check By your lonesome? Check Want to eat because you're hungry and there's no wait? Check Get my drift? Anyways, I've loved this spot even before it was List (The Apartment, RIP!) but List defines good food for good prices, especially during happy hour. Some of my favs which are probably everyone's fav's are: -Truffle gnocchi -Sea bass -Spicy meatballs (spicy isn't an undertone here) -Goat cheese and pear salad (I get two of these!) -Octopus salad -Eggplant parmesan -Arugula salad Oh and for the vino lovers, you can get a whole bottle of wine for $15! Talk about awesome! The dishes I don't really care for are: -Calamari (it's fishy smelly) -Baked broccoli (bad veggie smelly) -Featured dish: Beef tenderloin (because it's marinated in A1 sauce which is practically a crime! Couldn't believe with all the wonderful flavors here they would resort to using A1 as a marinade ugh) Wasn't "medium rare" as advertised, more well done and chewy as heck. -Seasonal mushrooms + roasted onion chicken (usually pretty dry) Not on happy hour but fantastic is the Wild mushroom puree soup. Rich, creamy, dreamy, delish! So truffley and fresh. Finish off with the gelato and chocolate cake. Small but satisfying. Cute spot, heated toilet seats, will be your dream come true if you haven't been here before.
(4)Rob G.
A happy hour menu of truly delectable contemporary American fare. Try the gnocchi. So good you just might crap yourself. Seriously.
(5)Mina C.
Amazing. Visiting Seattle and had to check out this spot! Happy hour runs all day on Sunday's. I came here with my boyfriend and ordered 3 plates, recommended by the bartender. These servings are medium sized (about two times the normal tapas). - Spicy Meatballs - juicy, very tender and has a hot kick! - arugula salad - super fresh, has shaved Parmesan and is dressed in a garlicky vinaigrette (YUM) - gnocchi rose- Good consistency gnocchi doused in a creamy tomato sauce. Verry good!! Highly recommend this cute smaller restaurant. Great flavors, reasonable prices! Not good for large groups. Take your significant other or bestie!
(5)Amos Y.
Came here late night around 11pm. Sadly we missed the happy hour, which is 50% off for a bunch of platters. With the happy hour discount, the value would be awesome, but without, it's on the pricey side. The grilled octopus salad was fresh, chewy, and had slightly crunchy skin from the grilling. There's a fair amount of octopus, so pretty happy. You only get two large meatballs for $9, which seems a bit much. They are very spicy in that the flavor of various mixed spices is overpowering. It is slightly spicy in terms of hot spicy, but not overly. They were tender, almost falling apart. The cannelloni, was good with a mix of cheese and tangy tomato sauce, but it was actually very spicy hot wise. Like they poured out half a bottle of chili sauce on it. Overall not bad food, but felt the meatballs and cannelloni were over spiced in their different ways, and not worth it if not happy hour time.
(3)Christopher A.
Happy hour is a must here! The Gnocchi, bacon-wrapped prawns, sea bass, and octopus salad are very delicious and my favorite. Definitely a great place to come with a small group of friends, grab a bottle of wine, unwind, and enjoy some quality food.
(5)Ryan V.
Great place to stop in for happy hour, great wine and half off their main menu! Best cannelloni in Seattle!
(5)Matt G.
50% off all food items during Happy Hour?! SOLD. $2.95 beer on tap during Happy Hour?! YES. Lucky for all of us, Happy Hour is ALL DAY on Sunday/Monday and from Tuesday - Thursday, 4:00 - 6:30pm & 9pm - Midnight. Friday & Saturday Happy Hour is limited to 4:00 - 6:30pm. Spicy meatballs ($9/$4.50) - served with a tomato sauce. Nothing really unique about it but delicious nonetheless. I don't think you can go wrong ordering this. Grilled Caesar salad ($7/$3.50) - um, SUPER GOOD. Who would've thought? You essentially get 2 small heads of romaine (uncut). The grilling adds a nice contrast of flavors that you don't normally see in Caesar salads. I think offering it with the option of grilled chicken would also be a great idea. Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns ($10/$5) - anything wrapped in bacon is infinitely better. Grilled Chilean Sea Bass ($14/$7) - the fish was on the smaller side and it was served over lentils and kale. The kale...omg soo good. It had a peppery finish and was really nice. I hear the Gnocchi with black truffle cream is THE best thing on the menu. Unfortunately, they were out of it that night. The service was excellent and accommodating. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in the Seattle area.
(5)Candice L.
Came here because it kept reappearing on Yelp as one of the higher rated restaurants. They don't take reservations, so we waited 45 minutes. We didn't know it was happy hour, so we were pleasantly surprised. During happy hour, all the items on "The Food" items were half off. The "Featured Dishes" were still the same price. Happy Hour: Sunday / Monday: All day Tuesday -Thursday: 4:00pm-6:30pm & 9:00pm-12:00am Friday / Saturday 4:00pm-6:30pm Food: - Sea Salt & Pepper Calamari: It was pretty bland, with no flavor. We only ate a couple pieces and left the rest. The dipping sauce was pretty watered down as well. - Organic Angus Beef Burger: The meat was dry, but the fries were good at least. - Grilled Chilean Seabass: I'm not really a fan of fish, but I really liked it. It was light and flaky, with just the right amount of seasoning and butter. It was perfectly cooked. - Pan seared chicken with mushrooms: the chicken was really tender and the mushrooms were flavorful. - Bacon Wrapped Wild Florida Prawns: They give you four pieces of prawns, which was more than I expected. Anything wrapped in bacon is delicious. It was a tad salty. - Spicy Meatballs: They were pretty well seasoned and spicy. Drinks: I ordered the X-rated Tini cocktail to drink. It was really fruity and light. I usually can only have one drink, but I had two because it didn't have enough alcohol. It was tasty though. We wanted to try the gnocchi with black truffle cream, but they sold out. But we decided to opt for dessert as an alternative. They ran out of that also. Overall, the food was pretty good, the portions were perfect, the atmosphere was cozy, and the servers were really friendly.
(4)David H.
I'll get this out of the way... DO NOT come unless it is happy hour :) Well...maybe it's more of...COME DURING HAPPY HOUR! Get your bang for the buck with most of their tapas items half off and wine at 15 bucks a bottle! Can't go wrong. First impressions are rough here, it's dark, music is blaring, and you can't really see much but it's a small restaurant. They're pretty unapologetic in that their menu says the food comes when it's ready, so it might all come out at the same time (didn't happen at all during our meal). Was starving after a flight so we picked up the arugula and fresh mozz salad (tasty, balanced, but acidic), grilled octopus salad (same as above salad, which made it less exciting), and a bunch of other dishes. Well what really happened was everything that came after our salads was on point and delicious. Fried calamari was fresh, fried well, and on point. Gnocchi with truffle cream sauce was piping hot, pillowy goodness. Burger was just ok, nothing too special (sort of in-n-out style), but had delicious french fries. Sea bass was really legit slash a revelation. Well cooked fresh fish, over a tomato type spicy risotto...was just balanced and delicious. This is THE place for happy hour when you're in or visiting Seattle...you won't be disappointed.
(5)Trenton K.
Just ate at Lists a few minutes ago. When I first walked in, I was a little unsure of the setting. It was a very small room with half or more of the customers eating at the bar, very few staff, and interesting menus. Then the food came, I was with a group of four and had the privilege to try four dishes. Every single one was amazing. I personally ordered the pheasant with gnocchi, which was absolutely astonishing. It still amazes me how such a little, hidden restaurant could pack such an amazing experience. I haven't even gotten to the friendly bartender who if asked was glad to share his favorite drinks and foods. If you are in the area, or even remotely close, find a way to try it!
(5)John L.
Got in without a wait. We got there for happy hour. I don't think you kind find another place in Seattle for the price to quality ratio as you can find here during happy hour. We tried the gnocchi, sea bass, and grilled ceasar. Gnocchi was fantastic. Easily my favorite. Sea bass was pretty good. Grilled ceasar, although interesting, was just ok. Service was fantastic. Would definitely go back.
(4)Blonde B.
One of the few places I ate in Seattle that I had a good time. I got the 8 oz. shoulder steak, which was prepared medium rare - the way I like it anyway. It came with a side of french fries, with dollops of feta cheese on them, instead of ketchup. Very tasty! Might have given it five stars, if it had a more extensive menu / more sides with its entrees. I still recommend a visit, though.
(4)Vi N.
Best happy hour food and drink in Belltown! The food menu is pretty extensive and you get bottles for around $12!!! You have to get there early though, it's a small and intimate space that fills up really fast. Get the white truffle sauce gnocchi and the spicy meatballs, and duh a bottle of wine to share...or not.
(5)Cheryl Y.
We had the happy hour octopus salad, gnocchi, sea bass and calamari. The octopus salad and gnocchi were our favorites. Calamari was slightly bland. Nice atmosphere, little bit of a long wait though for a Sunday evening.
(4)Ashley S.
HALF OFF ALL FOOD during happy, INCLUDING ALL DAY SUNDAY AND MONDAY. Need I say more? We had 7 dishes and 3 drinks (1 beer and 2 wines) for just $60 split between 4 of us. This is a great place for a really nice and elegant meal for a great price. My favorites were definitely the truffle gnocchi and the chilean sea bass, but otherwise, the food didn't stand out too much. Honestly though, I'd highly recommend this place anyways!
(4)Pete V.
Go to List for Happy Hour, great wine at great prices, good drinks and outstanding HH Tappas plates. Try as many as you can and you won't be disappointed. Very small place but classy and beautiful when it gets dark. The bartender was great, as was the priced during HH. Will be back very soon. The Great yelp reviews are truly warranted.
(5)Jessica K.
Do you love happy hour? Do you love good food and wine even more? Then List is your place. I've only been here for happy hour, but have yet to try something I don't like. If it's nice out, they also have a small patio you can sit on and catch some rays. Most recently, my friend and I shared the flatbread with feta, cranberries, and pine nuts, spicy meatballs, baked broccoli, and gnocchi. Considering the price, everything seemed like a great deal... plus, $15 bottles of wine! One of the best happy hour spots I've been in the Seattle area!
(4)Alexandra M.
Gave List another chance to redeem herself and, if anything, the service staff only made a worse impression... I came here on a Saturday night for a friend's birthday dinner. She chose the place based on the high ratings on Yelp; when I told her my experience at the restaurant, it was already too late for her to change her birthday venue. The three of us came in to be met with a loud, disorganized crowd at the "waiting area." No staff member assisted any of us or anyone from the rowdy, might-be-too-drunk-for-a-proper-dinner people. It was a good thing that two other people in our party had arrived earlier and were already seated at a table (which they ended up getting themselves because none of the waitpersons was bothered to welcome them either). Thank goodness we were lost in conversation, because it took almost half an hour until someone came to our table to get our drink orders. We asked if we can order food right away, but the guy said he can only take drink orders since he doesn't have a pen and pad with him. After our drinks arrived, someone came to our table to ask if a waitress has taken our orders -- this happened three times! I don't know how understaffed they were that night, but at least get shit organized between your own staff! The time between a sulky, dismissive, uninterested waitress coming to take our orders to the when our food finally arrived allowed us to take at least three hundred pictures (literally), finish our cocktails, take turns using the restroom, discussed the latest episode of Sherlock, raved about the Seahawks, and complain about the terrible service. Normally when five girlfriends have a reunion dinner slash birthday party, they'll be so lost on catching up that they won't notice bad time management from the waitstaff. But this was dreadful that we couldn't ignore. Also, for some strange reason, one of my friends apologized, "Sorry we took so long to order." I shot her a look since it was clearly not our fault. Still, the waitress had the audacity and self-righteousness to reply, "Oh, it's okay, I'll just wait for you." WHAT?! We waited for someone for over an hour, and you can't even apologize that nobody has attended to our table? We sat at the last table by the window, and our attempts to get the attention of a waitperson were useless, so the least she could have said was a simple "sorry" on behalf of their staff. I can't say that my ahi tuna was good enough to make up for their service. It was mediocre at best; the meat was dry with a rough texture on its own, which is probably why they had their sauce heavy to disguise the quality of their fish. I've lost all respect for List, and tt this point I don't know how they can redeem themselves anymore...
(1)Tara W.
Come to List for happy hour! Then order a bottle of wine (or 5) for the table to share! The bottles are a great deal and it's good wine! I went with two girl friends, we split two bottles and ordered probably half the HH menu and then were shocked by our bills! The food was to DIE FOR, the wine was quality and it was a good price! The setting is definitely more romantic though, so be careful about that!
(5)Davina D.
Not impressed. I was very excited to try several dishes here. Unfortunately, everything just tasted like pepper: the baked broccoli, the pan roasted chicken, the spinach ricotta cannelloni, and the gnocchi with black truffle cream. I was most excited to try the truffle gnocchi. Such potential. Yet, such a disappointment. It had a great texture but the pepper completely overpowered the truffle. Instead of trying a few more plates, we decided to leave and grab some sushi right next door.
(2)Craig N.
They should make it clear on their Yelp page that all patrons of the restaurant must be 21+. Came here specifically based upon their Yelp reviews only to find some members of the family could not enter. Off to Local 360 instead...
(1)Jeff P.
A yelp pet peeve I have is frantically searching reviews that mention great tips but leave out the most important part (ie, mentioning the awesome happy hour specials but leaving out when happy hour actually is). COME to List DURING HAPPY HOUR, 4-6PM Everyday, or 9PM-Close Sun-Thurs. I feel like this place is a hidden Seattle gem. I've had a good number of friends visit Seattle the past couple years from So Cal and no one ever mentioned this place. Everything off their regular menu is 50% off during happy hour. A whole bottle of wine is $15 and beers on tap are just $3! All dishes are served like tapas, so 3-5 dishes should be enough per couple. All of our dishes were amazing, as were the drinks. Such a great price too. We got the gnocchi with black truffle cream, grilled sea bass, seared ahi tuna fillet with honey ginger sauce, and bacon wrapped wild gulf prawns. Picturesque presentations for all dishes with perfectly cooked flavors to match. The prawns were large and succulent. Ahi tuna was cooked just right. The gnocchi was flavorful and not too chewy. And the grilled sea bass was seared to be cripsy yet juicy at the same time. One of the best dollar for dollar meals we had while visiting Seattle. Note: This place is walking distance to Pike Market so this could easily be a good stop after just in time for happy hour.
(5)Meron D.
I don't like leaving bad reviews but I must give this restaurant only two stars ): I am not sure if they cook their food in the kitchen! Some of their dishes tasted out of the freezer type of food - Eg The Tuna tapas I had. They do have nice side dishes - Lentil and Kale. Im not going back but it was a nice experience.
(2)Rika N.
If you were my friend, you should know this is the #1 place I recommend for Happy Hour in Belltown. :) The place is always crowded and you'd have to wait for a bit before you can get seated. But Mondays are all day HH, which is great for people like me who gets off work well after normal dinner time. It's hands down the best HH place in this neighborhood, and I can't say that enough!
(5)Alex T.
Truffle Gnocchi is the best! Hands down. Little soft pillows of heaven. Mmmmmmz. Chilean sea bass is second best. Delicious sauce and barley succotash. Late night happy hour starts at 9pm and is ALL DAY on Sundays and Mondays. Service is friendly and they are very responsive when you need them! Definitely coming back! What a gem!!! When it's too early for Il Bistro's happy hour, this is a great alternative!!!
(5)Maria V.
Jackie was amazing! First day in Seattle my friend and I decided to go to 'List', it was a Monday and Happy Hour all day why not?! The atmosphere was good, our server Jackie recommended a few items from the Food List; ( half price off ) Grilled Octopus Salad, Handmade Gnocchi with black truffle cream, and the Grilled Chilean Sea Bass, all AMAZING!! Plus the happy hour house wine (3.99) Best Deal EVER! We asked Jackie to recommend us a couple hot stops in Seattle & she made us a LIST! How awesome is that?!! She was truly the best! Can't thank you enough for the help. Overall List was a great place, Happy Hour or not. Food is good, service is great, we'll def be back!
(5)Sherry L.
Happy hour is the way to go. Most of the menu is half price. And portions are still pretty big! You can get drinks and a full dinner for like $20. Calamari was fresh and flavorful. Must have. Truffle gnocchi was good, but on the heavy side because of the creamy cheese sauce. Sea bass was awesome. The beef was kinda disappointing.
(4)Denise N.
The bartender definitely rocked it keeping 5 hungry Asian girls satisfied. Yes, I said bartender. We walked right in on a Thursday evening for happy hour only to find that our 5th chair was held up with what looked like a very intensely romantic, first date. We were invited to wait at the bar, where we then asked if we could order food. "As long as it fits, it sits." We ordered maybe 3-4 dishes at a time and each time one dish finished, it was quickly replaced with a new one; it was well-orchestrated with minimum to zero wait time. That is every hangry diva's dream. I'll have to say the star of the show was the gnocchi -- we eagerly ordered 4 plates. 50% off HH items as well! You know we can't stop bragging about a good deal! One con, but not to worry I won't deduct a star: their heated toilet seat was no longer to be found. I first visited List back in 2010. Aside from their delectable grub, List was forever engrained because they took care of you in every aspect. Their heated toilet seat was a surprising pleasure.
(5)Mike C.
This is a great restaurant with a cool ambiance. Low lighting and an amazing happy hour (I believe from 11-1) worth 50% off their menu. Great gnocchi and I also like the chicken in mushroom sauce. My go to place for Belltown.
(5)Rachael B.
Stopped in on a Friday to check out their semi-legendary happy hour and the place was packed. Despite how busy it was the service was quick and very friendly- the only real highlight of our meal. The ambiance is a little confusing; lots of mirrors, red lights and chandeliers, more akin to a early 2000's vodka bar or strip club than a boutique Italian bistro. During half happy hour all food on the "list" menu is half priced with all offerings ending up at around $5- $8 after the discount. We tried: spicy meatballs, truffle gnocchi, cannelini and tomato salad. Across the board everything was heavy handed with salt. The gnocchi was the one "kind of tasty" item. It had a lot of black truffle flavor, but fell flat in the preparation of the actual gnocchi, with half of the order perfect little pillows and the other half dense sad nuggets. Side note- I personally could not get over the decor, so I won't be back. But if ambiance isn't your thing it still may be a good option for happy hour quick bites and cheap wine.
(2)Lynn K.
I've never wanted to review List because I'm selfish and I don't want everyone else to go all the time, but since they have a near perfect rating on Yelp I guess it's unavoidable. But okay, I'm pretty sure they have the best happy hour in Seattle. I have enjoyed every food and drink item I've ever had, so I must say the gnocchi is really the shining star of the menu. Just get like 10 orders of that.
(5)Ana R.
After a failed experience at 360 (see that review for more info), this was my back-up choice in case the other one didn't work. Oh boy! We should have come here first!!! Great service and ambience from the moment we walked in. I ordered the Handmade Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream & my husband got the Natural Beef Shoulder Tenderloin Steak. My gnocchi had a lot of shaved truffles, I was impressed. Most restaurants are very skimpy, but not these guys. Excellent flavor profile. My husband's said his steak was really good and that the Gorgonzola on his fries was a nice touch. Overall a superb choice and our server, Kim was fantastic!!!
(5)Stephanie T.
Pros: good happy hour Cheap bottles and food Gnocchi Grilled octopus salad Cons: street parking during rush hour. Not many tables Came with a girlfriend during happy hour based off some yelp reviews. We ordered a bottle of red, black truffle gnocchi, grilled octopus salad, steamed mussels (which turned out to be clams on the day we came), and the seared ahi. Gnocchi was great. Came out hot and those pillows of deliciousness made me glad I came. The grilled octopus was cooked very nicely. Wasn't chewy at all like some people complained about. Clams were pretty average, I'd recommend passing on those and trying another dish instead. The ahi was also average. I wasn't wowed by the flavor and you only get two pieces atop what I think was kale and a scoop of lentils. Overall our meal came out to to about $24/person. We could have gone without the bottle and been just as happy. Overall nice place for happy hour if you're in the area. Next time I might just get 2 plates of gnocchi and a glass of wine and call it a night.
(4)Jeanne L.
Ridiculous. That is their Happy Hour pricing. It's 50% off on all of their regular food on Sundays and Mondays ALL DAY, and also at more restricted times on other days of the week. We got here around 5ish on a Monday and there was already a wait of about 20 min for 2 people, but it was well worth it. We ordered 5 dishes, my favorites from top to bottom here: # Grilled Chilean sea bass $8 # Seared ahi tuna fillet $7 # Gnocchi with black truffle cream $6.50 # Local fresh clams $6.50 # Sea salt and pepper calamari $5 The calamari wasn't bad. I just thought the other batter could have been crispier. Everything else was flavored/textured/cooked so well! We sat at the bar (which has first - come - first - serve seating). Our bartender was super nice and professional to us especially when one of our orders got slightly screwed up, and did comp us on the dish. All of the dishes came out super fast. It was (once again to use this word) ridiculous how fast everything came out. We barely had a moment between dishes. This is one of the best-valued seafood-oriented happy hours I've had before (even outside of Seattle).
(5)Katherine M.
GREAT happy hour here. Maybe one of the best in Seattle. I cannot say enough about the sea bass and the broccoli. Okay, sea bass is my favorite food but they do not let down! I had a really good Pinot noir to go with my happy hour items. A great date spot to check out before the Cinerama!
(4)Ellie K.
The reviews don't lie! This place is awesome. We stayed for 3 nights at the Ace Hotel down the street and sadly only discovered this place on our last night! We went for the late night happy hour on a Wednesday night and the wait wasn't too bad at all! The service was perfect and the best we had our whole time in Seattle. I think I'll have dreams about the gnocchi tonight! The sea bass was amazing for the $8 happy hour price tag. We also tried the arugula and mozzarella salad that we were pleased with as well! Definitely a great way to end our trip to Seattle! Would recommend this place to anyone staying at the Ace since it's a short walk away or anyone in Seattle for that matter!
(5)Susan H.
If you want to go to a place where you could get a little intimate, I'd suggest coming here. This place is perfect for a night out with the girlfriends over some wine and good food or a romantic evening with a lover. I wouldn't bring more than a party of 4. Dim lighting, chill vibes, and delicious food. Classy. Happy hour prices are... the best here. I'd recommend getting the gnocchi with truffle cream sauce, too good. Servers are real chill.
(5)Tiff P.
2 words: HAPPY HOUR It doesn't get much better then List's Happy Hour, with half off their food items. It's a great spot for dates and for groups. A lot of people rave about their gnocchi, but I'd recommend trying the pheasant - get a side of broccoli and call it a day. The bacon wrapped prawns, sea bass and octopus salad are some of my favorites too. You're not going to go wrong with any dish here; they're all well prepared and large enough to share amongst a few people. The only downside is the small space, so you might need to wait a little bit, as this place is not a secret to the Belltown regulars.
(5)Alan W.
I came in solo for a late dinner on a Saturday night and additional groups would occasionally trickle in after me, which I take as a good sign for a late night. Get the gnocchi. Trust. Even though I'm susceptible to ordering it when I see it, the hundreds of other reviewers writing about it aren't wrong. It is buttery, creamy goodness. The flavor is super-rich to say the least, so you might want to share this dish with others in your party or eat it with something else to give your tastebuds a break (I alternated bites with the Goat Cheese and Pear Salad... which helped, but the salad itself was a tad underdressed). Since I came by myself, I didn't get to try as much as I would have liked. But the service was friendly and knowledgeable when I asked about the items on the menu. When I'm back in town, I'll be sure to drop by List again.
(5)Brandon F.
My friend and I stopped in here for a drink one night while we were visiting Seattle. It was a long day of sightseeing and we needed somewhere to unwind. List was cool. Very dark interior at night with cool red accents on the bar; it was very trendy. I ordered a red wine and my friend ordered a cocktail (the "First Ave"). I wish I could remember the wine that I had because it was fantastic and actually reasonably priced. I tried my friend's drink and that was nice as well. Super friendly and attentive bartender. He knew a lot of the patrons, so it seems like this place has a fairly regular night crowd. Based on other reviews, it seems like we missed out by not ordering the food. Maybe next time I'm in Seattle I'll have to give List a second visit.
(3)Wennie H.
I've had List bookmarked for about a year and found myself there by chance on Easter. We got there a little before 4 and there were already people in line. Anyways, service was good, the atmosphere was stellar, the space is small but intimate. Onto the goods, the food! I ordered the spicy meatballs and sautéed chicken. My friend ordered the gnocchi with black truffle sauce (what I wanted) and a side of fries. The meatballs were so spicy but not in a 'my face is on fire' way. The sautéed chicken was over a bed of arugula and it was pretty good too, there was a lot of sauce on my plate though. The portions were huge. It was an added bonus that it was happy hour pricing. Delicious food for an incredible price! I can't believe I waited a year to come here.
(4)Alea A.
Great happy hour! Almost all of the items are half priced during the happy hour, so you can get a bunch of items to try. They are all tasty and afordable!
(5)Whitney M.
This place is amazing! Belltown Happy Hour has its highest competition with this place! I hesitate reviewing this place out of fear that it will be too busy every time I try to go there! The $15 bottles of wine are amazing usually and I cannot say enough about the food. I have had many of the items on "the food list" and I am impressed beyond belief. I punch someone for the truffle gnocchi. It is from Jesus. The meatballs are just the right amount of spice and luxury. My only complaint is how small it is but that's probably how they can keep their prices so low! Enjoy the best HH in Belltown!
(5)Andrew B.
Food is fresh and delicious. Why order just one thing when you order a little of everything during happy hour--Love half price appetizers!
(5)Alison C.
Easily one of the best HHs in Seattle! I'm a sucker for seafood and their tapas style dishes really pack in the punch. For such a popular and busy spot I'm consistently impressed by their quality of service and food. My one small complaint is that the restaurant is too dark... I prefer being able to see the craftsmanship of what I'm eating. Not a big space so be prepared to wait a bit when you arrive.
(5)Karthik K.
Amazing place. I liked the ambience, service was great. We got a nice bottle of wine, and many different dishes. Standouts to me were the gnocci, chicken with mushroom, and the chilean sea bass. That said, it seemed hard to go wrong - everything we ordered was great. We also were there during happy hour, which made the prices really cheap for the quality. Frontally something to shoot for
(5)Elana L.
We came for happy hour tapas and man was it amazing! We had no idea what the place was like and me being pregnant, I couldn't enjoy the drink specials but the food was well worth the visit! The waitress gave us very helpful information about the different dishes and we went with all her suggestions. Spot on! It was by far the most fun place we ate at while we visited Seattle!
(5)Justin Y.
It's been a while since I've given a 5-star review, but this place deserves it. Out of all the places that I have been to for happy hour in Seattle, this was by far the best. Upon walking into the restaurant, the first thing you notice is the elegant decor (with red chandeliers and candles), the multiple mirrors (Who doesn't like looking at themselves in a mirror?), the dimmed lighting (but not too dim where you have to squint), wine glasses already set up on the tables, and the unique leather-bound menu booklets (I haven't actually seen this too often, so it was a very nice touch to the dining experience). After looking at the food menu, we decided to order the below items (happy hour prices shown): Grilled chilean sea bass - $7 THE BEST. You should seriously consider ordering two of these. For the price, they gave a generous amount of sea bass. I've eaten a lot of seafood, and I can say that this is one of the best fish dishes that I have had in while. The sea bass was cooked to perfection -- light, flaky, and with just the right amount of butter infused in the meat. The skin was also marvelous to the taste buds; props to the chef who did a great job seasoning it. To be honest, I'm not quite sure what was under the sea bass, but it was really good. Please tell me if you know! Natural angus beef burger with fries - $5 Served on ciabatta bread (my favorite) and actually cooked medium (It happens all too often where my beef/steak gets overcooked), this was actually a pretty good burger. I spent almost $5 at Dick's for a burger and fries, but List does a tremendously better job with larger portions! As a potato lover, however, I did not enjoy the fact that the fries were overly salted. Pouring with a heavy hand is okay for a mixed drink, but not when you're holding a salt shaker lol. Would I order this again? Of course. Lettuce, goat cheese and pear salad - $4 Clean and simple. What I enjoyed the most was the goat cheese. It was smooth and flavorful and complemented the salad nicely. Local fresh mussels, wine broth, crostini - $6 Maybe they served mussels at some point in time, but these were definitely clams today. This was another delicious menu item and what made it so tasty was the wine broth. I was getting kind of full at the end, but next time I'm going to inquire about getting some extra bread for dipping. It really was that good. Bacon wrapped wild gulf prawns - $6.5 Based on size alone, these looked more like shrimp, so if you're expecting something close to the size of a jumbo prawn you will be a little sad. As is almost always the case, wrapping everything in bacon is a recipe for success. I enjoyed this dish and would order it again. Seared ahi tuna fillet, honey-ginger sauce - $6.5 Not that good and I recommend you skipping it even if you really like ahi tuna. It tasted a little fishy, was overly seared, and not too flavorful. You're better off going to PCC and just buying $7 worth of tuna. It'll probably taste the same and you'll get more for your dollar. In terms of drinks, you can definitely steer clear of the house wines for $14 a bottle during happy hour. IMO, it really isn't that good. My friends didn't even finish their drinks. On the bright side, however, your wine is served half/half in a wine glass and small glass carafe (keeping it classy!).
(5)Alexa T.
Seriously one of my favorite places to take guests when in town. Sunday happy hour is the best...well I guess happy hour here in general is awesome! 6 people, 7 plates, a bottle of wine and two beers all under $90. Can't beat that for the quality of food threy serve. DEFINITELY GET THE GNOCCHI WHEN YOU VISIT!
(5)Steph C.
Seattle is a happy hour town, and List seems to be one of the best options for both food and drink. The happy hour lasts until 6:30 every day except Sunday and Monday, when every hour is happy hour. During happy hour, most of the food menu is 50% off, and you can get $2.95 draft beers and $3.75 glasses of wine, with bottles available for $14. I almost have to wonder whether anyone eats here outside of happy hour. My husband and I came with our friends Alex E. and Jo L. for an early dinner. We expected it to be packed, but we were able to get a table on the patio right away. The space was very pleasant, and service was great. We ate and drank and relaxed for a good spell. I think I drank three Manny's Pale Ales, which were topped up high and hard to resist at $3 each. The food was solid, not quite destination fare but very good and beautifully priced. The menu was divided into a "food list" and "featured dishes," with the only discernible difference being that the "food list" was subject to happy hour and the "featured dishes" were not. We made a nice meal without getting into full-price territory, with about two tapas a person. I enjoyed the spicy meatballs, a saucy plate of giant meatballs that were loaded up with savory heat. This seems to be one of the most popular items at List and I'd recommend it to anyone who likes some spice. I also liked the grilled octopus salad, which came with tender, slightly charred octopus over a mix of greens, capers, and diced red onion. It was lightly dressed with a citrus emulsion, perfect for an early al fresco summer dinner. The seared ahi tuna was another winner, cooked gently and served with stewy lentils and a flavorful honey-ginger sauce. The bacon-wrapped wild Florida prawns were pleasant too, snappy and salty, with a side of white beans. We had a lovely time at List, and I'd go as often as possible if I lived in Seattle. The happy hour is worth seeking out. It's easy and affordable, and both food and drink are great.
(4)Brandon M.
Went in for the fabled happy hour and indulged in spicy meatballs, sea bass, Black truffle Gnocchi and a few other morsels. For the half price happy hour, the flavors were good though as a tapas place the servings were understandably small. You'll still spend close to normal dinner prices to fill up. Spicy meatballs were indeed spicy! I wouldn't say anything was especially mind blowingly delicious or complex tasting but it was just general savory goodness and the staff was friendly. Not sure I could recommend the food at full price. Note: I haven't tried the full dinner items. Atmosphere note: the decor is Belltown minimalist. Lots of black and white (white artsy ruby light fixtures). It's not a wooden warm space if that's your vibe. More of a cool hip downtempo lounge. Overall, I'd say this business is A-OK.
(3)Robert S.
Yelp very rarely let's me down when you see 4+ stars. List was no exception. This has to be one of the best food happy hours in Seattle. All day Sunday and Monday the list page is half off. You can purchase a full bottle of wine for a reasonable price. As mentioned in other reviews the black truffle gnocchi and the spicy meatballs are both excellent. The gnocchi was creamy and delicious and I did not think the meatballs were too spicy. The wait staff were attentive, friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was inviting, quiet, and delightful. I would highly recommend this place
(5)Lady V.
*food-only review* List is like a band that makes an album so good you can listen to it all the way through without wanting to skip a song because they're all amazing. Rarely do I find a restaurant where I want to eat my way through the menu because I trust the chefs that much. (I haven't yet, but I just moved here so give it some time.) 1. VERY generous happy hour - all day Sunday(!) and Monday, 4:00 to 6:30 Tue thru Sat, 9:00 to midnight Tue thru Thu. Half off the first page of food. 2. FLAVORS. They have fantastic flavors on pretty much every one of the happy hour dishes I've tried. DISHES: The truffle cream sauce on the gnocchi is amazing. I want to buy a jar of it from them and put it in everything. The grilled Caesar reaches a whole new level of awesome with that grilled flavor and I don't know why. The spicy meatballs are spicy and tender and perfect. The octopus salad was marvelous and citrusy and I don't usually like sour in my savory dishes. Also, the octopus was amazingly tender. Don't know how they did that. Salt & pepper calamari didn't even need the cocktail sauce. Sea bass was cooked perfectly both times I tried it and whatever it was sitting on (sort of risotto-y, but chewier) was so good. Bacon-wrapped prawns. Can't go wrong with that, especially at List. Side notes: It's a tiny place so be prepared for a wait and don't bring more than like six people max. You can order food at the bar if you're solo though. Super dim lighting, techno music. :/ Don't be fooled by the small plates/tapas designation. They give you quite a bit of food on each plate. (I see this a lot, though. *Americans* Tapas should be more the size of like the banchan small dishes you get at Korean restaurants before the meal instead of full appetizer size.)
(5)Carmen C.
This little place is Fantastic! My husband & I went here on Valentine's Day and had a blast! Have to get the gnocchi- melts in your mouth.Prices are great-go for happy hour but get there early(4:00),they fill up fast.Also the staff is great,very helpful and friendly. Will def go again! Love!
(5)Salman M.
The Sunday happy hour prices are great. For $24 we had dinner and a drink. A fabulous deal for Belltown. We ordered the gnocchi which was awesome, however following that dish, it went south. The eggplant was not cooked right, the flatbread was way too salty to be eaten with pleasure. The service was so so, although the food was served promptly. 3 stars at best.
(3)Katie H.
A small wonderful restaurant with friendly staff, a great happy hour, and even better food. They specialized in small plates but the portions are good sized. Shared several plates including a great truffle cheese gnocchi, sea bass, and a wonderful roasted chicken. This place has 5 star food and I was left wondering why they are in the space they are in. My only complaint about this place was that it was so dark and lounge like that I couldn't even see my food. (Good thing we all flashlights on our phones....you will need it to read the menu.) Would recommend coming in here mid week to avoid crowds for happy hour. You won't be disappointed.
(4)Tanie B.
Good food, great happy hour!!!!!! Really small space so if your going for happy hour definitely be the first ones in.
(5)Dave L.
Best happy hour in Seattle!
(5)Bryan I.
So you're in downtown Seattle and looking for a dark, chill, posh place for a few people to hang out, get some drinks, and nosh on some happy hour food? This is undoubtedly for you! It's located just a few minute's walk from Pike's Place Market area and was highly recommended by the Marriott concierge. We got there right around the start of happy hour on a Saturday evening and were immediately seated. The kind waitress had many mixed drinks to offer and a few beers; not as many micros as I would have expected for Seattle, but that was easily overlookable by the memorable FOOD! Highlights included the: * gnocchi smothered in black truffle cream...perhaps the best gnocchi I've ever had! * grilled octopus atop a citrus emulsion salad...hard to describe everything that's going on in that dish, but suffice to say if you like octopus (or are willing to try it) you will not be disappointed * bacon-wrapped prawns... they tasted as amazing as they sound! Need I say more? During happy hour all of their small plates were half price, making this one of the best culinary deals I've found in Seattle! Add to it the chillax atmosphere, great service, and location, and it's definitely Caution: **The word is out about happy hour, so get there near the beginning or end, because during peak time it's not unexpected to have 5-15 people in front of you. **Also, this is kind of a given since it's downtown, but parking is terrible! Be ready to find a park & pay lot or get luck with street parking ***Review #11 in the Yelp 30 in 30 Challenge!***
(5)Margie B.
First time, and I can't wait to go back. We went for happy hour for an early Saturday night dinner. Since it was our first time, we stuck to the happy hour food (all half price). We had gnocci, octopus, sea bass, grilled Caesar, spicy meatballs and baked broccoli. All were AMAZING, except the broccoli (nothing special). 2 glasses of wine and a lot of food for 2 people for $50. The service was fantastic as well. I can't wait to go back.
(5)Debbie P.
Really awesome HH! There on a packed Monday night, I guess everyone got the memo that there is HH all day on Monday. :/ Anyway, how can you go wrong with their HH menu?! You can't, that was a trick question. Tonight, we noted only ONE server (Kim, I think), and she rocked it!!! She kept everyone in check! And, of course, the food was SCRUMPTIOUS! My one and only complaint is that the music can be a bit too loud. But I was hooked when I heard "Hotel California" in a reggae beat...
(5)Lisa B.
The only reason I didn't give List a 5 star was the delayed time it took for the eggplant parmigiana to come out, but the food and service was excellent. Truffle gnocchi was my favorite and good wine selection as well. Will be back again soon!
(4)Thomas W.
Italian tapas! List is a great concept. The dining room is fun and inviting. The spicy meatball, and gnocchi were my favorites. Eggplant parmesan, and fried calamari were also outstanding. We were lucky to have very little wait. The prices are also a bargain for Seattle. If this restaurant were in Manhattan the wait times would be enormous. If you can make it, don't miss List on your next trip to Seattle!
(4)Brittany K.
This place fills up fast for happy hour; when wine is $14 per bottle and much of the menu is half price. We visit List often, happy hour or no. Great service, wonderful ambiance, and easy location. We love you List.
(5)Michaela W.
List is so good I drive over from Bellevue just to dine there. To be completely honest I drive over for the gnocchi. It is so unbelievably delicious! Creamy and cheesy and drizzled with truffle oil...nom! I order the gnocchi every. single. time. My other favorite dish is the Chilean sea bass. I have had it a number of times, and every single time it is cooked perfectly; moist and never over-done and dry. The sea bass literally melts in your mouth. The goat cheese and pear salad is good. I wish there was more pear... It's thinly sliced and fanned out and looks more like a garnish, but since it's one of the three things in the salad, there could be more of it. The flatbread I would suggest sharing if you order it. They have ahi tuna as well, but the sea bass puts it to shame. The calamari is also good. I always go during Happy Hour which is all day Sunday and Monday. So worth it! Half off the food menu. And you can buy a bottle of wine for $14. Wine by the glass are under $4. List is a very small venue. Only about 12 two-tops (which can be combined for a four-top). There is bar seating as well. Since it is small, it fills up quickly at dinner time, so expect to wait 30-40 minutes for a table. Our server, Sarah, was great! I'm pretty sure she was the only server on last night, plus the bartender and a busser. So she had at least 10 tables to wait on. Sarah was so friendly and helpful with each table -- tables are spaced only a foot or two apart so it's easy to see/hear. She dominated. My only complaint about List is that they don't have a restaurant in Bellevue. (Hint hint.) Seriously though, List owners...think about it!
(5)Eric C.
Another random place I found on Yelp while I was in Seattle. This place is awesome. Definitely come during happy hour because it's such an awesome deal. Coming from NYC, I guess everything is a deal but I feel List one-ups a lot of similar restaurants in the area. Go with friends and order a bottle of wine or cocktails, they're half off anyway. Order a bunch of Italian tapas. Drink till the sun goes down. Everything I tried was very good. It was a while ago but I still remember the gnocchi. They were very rich and creamy. My friend and I ended up ordering it twice because we loved it so much. The place wasn't very crowded for the time day, surprisingly. Service was attentive and seating was decent. I'd definitely go back if I find myself back in Seattle.
(5)Sisi Z.
Really?4.5 star? This place is always crowded so I went to their place with so much expectations. However I can't really say anything good about the experience. We had grilled eggplant-- raw taste, seems not cooked enough at all, truffle oil gnocchi -- too soft, the taste is soso. Im not sure if it's because of the happy hour? Won't be there again I guess
(3)Sara H.
This is a happy hour review. I'm hesitant to even post this, because I'd hate for word to get out about List's ridiculous happy hour. 6 plates, 6 glasses of wine, shared between 2 people for less than $60? Ridiculous! For $4-8 plates, portion sizes seemed generous. Plan for about 2 plates/pp for light eaters. The gnocchi were delightful. I hate cream sauce. But, this managed to be light and rich all at the same time, with just the right amount of spice and truffle. My friend loved her sea bass. I would skip the eggplant. The manicotti was good. I enjoy spice and it was a little too spicy for my taste. We also ordered two salads, which were fresh and tasty. But, not blow-your-socks-off good. An extra star for lots of delicious veggie options.
(5)Kim N.
Small intimate place with very dim lighting. They have a table to the left of you RIGHT when you enter in the door. I thought it was the hostess table but no it was a couple that just sat down so I looked stupid standing in front of them for a few seconds waiting haha. Sat ourselves at the bar and ordered the gnocchi, Chilean sea bass, and mussels. I always order whats most recommended, the gnocchi in this case, but it seems I always end up liking the other dishes more. So ORDER THE CHILEAN SEA BASS & MUSSELS! Great flavor for both. Also had a generous glass of white wine and a beer for him for a nice little romantic dinner to end our second night in Seattle.
(4)Nia D.
Yum! Had the bacon wrapped prawns and black truffle gnocchi along with a special order Mexican martini & it was great! Half price food on Sun and Mon are great. Go early it's a small place. Great for date or romantic night out, good wine and cocktail options
(4)Ashley B.
Every time I come here it is fricken spectacular. Their happy hour is by far the best I have found in Seattle, and their food is always delicious. Stuffing and intoxicating two people for 65 bucks with quality food is just the best. My thing is the food and value, but if your thing is service, know that it may take a while to get seated (I have waited 40 minutes before-totally worth it to me) and the space is a little cramped.
(5)Charlotte C.
We were four friends and as we wanted to try different things, we decided to share 7 plates because they are not so big : organic angus beef burger & fries : excellent meet, classical ingredients, good fries spicy meatballs : excellent, the sauce was a bit spicy gnocchi with black truffles ...nothing to ad, perfect ! sea salt and pepper calamari : really crusty, tasty and good sauce seared ahi tuna : 2 pieces, perfect cooking, with lentils a bit spicy The wine was good but the cocktails are not ...
(4)Jenn L.
List has THE BEST Happy Hour menu I've ever seen. It's not your typical bland and fried HH grub--the food is well thought out, flavorful, and such a great deal if you go during Happy Hour. Normally, I'm not one to order fish when I dine out, but after reading the raves about the Chilean Sea Bass, I could not resist. And good god, it was SO GOOD! I may or may not be salivating still thinking about it. It was a little small, but it comes on a bed of what I believe was risotto and kale with AMAZING tomato-based sauce that had a bit of a kick to it. And for $8, what a STEAL! I also ordered the calamari, which was average, but I don't think I've ever had calamari that has ever exceeded "average". My friend ordered the bacon wrapped prawns which came with some cooked beans and spinach, which she said was the best beans & spinach she's ever had, and of course, the bacon wrapped prawns were solid. We both had a $3 beer on tap, and sat at the bar. Quick and friendly service by the bartender! I was impressed. The place is a bit small though, so be prepared to wait a bit for a seat, but don't miss happy hour!
(5)Amy L.
Went in during HH with a friend. Got the fried calamari, gnocchi, and grilled Chilean sea bass, and the white wine. Everything was so good, but I especially loved the gnocchi b/c of the garlic/Parmesan sauce. The sea bass was also fresh. Service was great. Good thing we went in right before it got busy, and we got our food super fast.
(5)Jennifer S.
I was so impressed by this little hole in the wall restaurant...it was classy, beautiful and the service was fantastic! My sister and I were blown away by the quality of food and how Amber made us feel like regulars on our first trip. I would highly recommend the melt in your mouth Gnocchi in truffle sauce, it was to die for! Great wine, beautiful atmostphere and our server, Amber, was fantastic! She even brought us complementary bread to soak up every last ounce of the delicious sauce. Great experience at List, we will definately be coming back!
(5)Scott B.
This is the first place I've been to since moving to Seattle where I know that I will have to go again. After reading the reviews, I was excited to try the happy hour and it did not disappoint. List has a romantic environment that's great for couples or a dinner with some friend. It looked like we arrived just before the rest of the crowd, the majority of groups coming in around 6. Just one other occupied table when we sat and probably not empty space when we were leaving. It was open seating when we arrived and the service was very fast and helpful. We ordered a bottle of red, the grilled octopus salad, seared ahi tuna, and the black truffle gnocchi. The gnocchi was excellent. Definitely my favorite dish, it definitely deserves the praise it has received in so many of the other reviews. The octopus salad was also very good. I was impressed with how well the octopus was cooked here after having over cooked octopus at a few other restaurants. The ahi tuna was the least impressive but still very good nonetheless. I would definitely order all of these dishes again. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the bill was only $45 too! Quality food and wine at a great value! I can't wait to go back and try the sea bass, mussels, and bacon wrapped prawns!
(5)Yuanjia Z.
We got there for happy hour on a weekday night - there were not that many people there so we were able to get our food really fast. We tried four dishes and my favorite are sea bass and bacon shrimp. The tuna ahi was a little bland and I would prefer the tuna to be a little tighter, texture wise. The puree and beans of each dish was very well done as well. So don't ignore them! Price was very reasonable for happy hour. No waitline either.
(4)Jessica R.
The spicy meatballs! The chicken with mushroom sauce! The pear salad! All these dishes are amazing! We normally go to List on Monday's as they have happy hour all day. The menu selection is great and the wine bottles are only $15 during happy hour. I normally start off with the pear salad (good size), then I have the chicken or fish entree and i add the baked broccoli. My husband usually orders the spicy meatballs which have a good kick to them and the burger. List doesn't have a full kitchen so sometimes they quickly run out of stuff but we find other menu items to order. This place is small and gets really busy so we try to get there around 4:30pm or after 7pm on Mondays. Jacky (our server) is fantastic, the food and drinks are always spot on and the atmosphere is very casual and fun. We will definitely be coming back on Mondays
(4)Valéria M.
Ok, I was expecting a LOT more. Place is very dark. Server was extremely snob and obnoxious on top of taking forever to pay attention to us. The first plate of gnocchi was good, second tasted like flour and garlic. Wine for happy hour was very poor quality. Prices during happy hour are fair. Had we paid full price I'd be VERY disappointed.
(2)Layla M.
This place has an awesome happy hour! We have been here twice and really enjoyed our experience both times. The gnocchi with truffle sauce is amazing!! Cramped seating and limited space so keep this in mind. But good for small groups of 2-4.
(4)Amanda C.
I had looked up dinner places to go to in this area and List came up as super well-rated. I had not read the reviews first and was super disappointed when we got there. First, we were hoping to just see the menu but there was no menu posted outside and no host. I think it was assumed by the staff that customers should know not to wait to be seated but we did not know this and stood by the door for a few minutes before a server told us where we could sit. When we asked for a menu first, the waiter just gave one to us without saying anything and walked away. We decided to stay and had a seat and then another waitress asked if we were going to be dining with them. She was also not friendly at all and my friend and I had the feeling that we were unimpressive and decided to just order a drink and eat somewhere else. I would still come to try the happy hour but I won't be coming back for dinner.
(2)Kandy Y.
Great italian tapas dishes! Spicy meatball and gnocchi are very authentic and delicious! Modern and trendy decor. Go during happy hours to get half price.
(4)Ati B.
Great happy hour! The Sea Bass was perfect and the meatballs are to die for. It's small. So small and stuffed that you're basically dining with the people sitting next to you. It's dark and sexy and the service is really good. I'll be back!
(4)Arvind G.
The gnocchi with black truffle cream is amazing. I fact all the items that my friends and I had were really good. But it was the gnocchi what made me bookmark this place. And half off the menu items and a bottle of wine for 15 dollars for happy hour was the cherry on top! Nuff said.. Will always drop by here for the gnocchi whenever I visit Seattle.
(5)Dan W.
Simply phenomenal....only about 50 total seats so make sure you plan ahead. 50% off the food for happy hour how the hell can you beat that? And they definitely don't skimp on the portions either. Here is what we had and how I would rate them: Grilled octopus: 11/10 - $6 (unbelievable dish) Bacon wrapped shrimp: 10/10 - $7 Grilled Caesar salad: 7.5/10 - $4.5 Flatbread pizza: 7.5/10 - $5 Cannelloni: 9/10 - $4.50 Meatballs: 10/10 - $4.50
(5)A S.
A small but creatively planned space. We really liked the grilled Chilean sea bass (which, the menu says, is sustainably caught) - it was very well done, and came with a side of grains and veggies that were equally tasty and interesting. Their drinks and beverages are good too - we had the Barbera. We wouldn't recommend the dessert though (Belgian chocolate tortino and gelato) - it wasn't as delectable as the name sounds. Friendly and courteous staff, with a reasonably quick service for a busy weekend night.
(4)Alyx F.
I was really town between giving this place 4 or 5 stars, but decided to round up considering that their staff is absolutely fantastic. They truly made my night. I arrived at 9pm, by myself, since I had spotted them on yelp and I was traveling in Seattle for a business trip. I sat myself at the bar, made a joke about how awkward it is to dine alone, and suddenly had two new best friends - the bar tender and a waitress. They totally made my night. I ordered the black truffle gnocchi, the grilled caesar salad and the baked broccoli (which I proceeded to mix into my gnocchi) and was pleased with every dish. The most mind-blowing part was the fact that the entire dinner (plus a cocktail) cost $23. Where in the world can you have an enormous and nice meal for just $23? Certainly not in California where I live. I even had to double check with the bartender since I was confident it was an error. Their happy hour is an absolute steal. Highly recommend coming here.
(5)Troy C.
We had the gnocchi, spicy meatballs, Cesar salad, and seared tuna and it was all wonderful. The salad came out warm which was interesting but much better than I expected. I would definitely get the gnocchi again when I come. Id love to try the sea bass
(5)Jen O.
I love tapas. And this was the best tapas restaurant I've ever tried. Me and my boyfriend ordered five dishes. All of them where delicious. The clams in wine broth...mmm... The service was excellent. The dishes came out hot, one after the other with perfect timing (and this happened on a Saturday night in a packed resturant) Excellent !!
(5)Razi A.
I went to this hip, dark, candlelit tiny establishment at 8pm on a weeknight and it was packed! Cool music, only candles, and a solid menu are the main points . The gnocchi with black truffle oil was perfect. I spent that week in Seattle eating gnocchi and this was my favorite of the bunch. 5/5 The sea bass was a bit on the small side but extremely fresh, flavorful, and came with some delicious sauce and textured grain. 5/5. Presentation on both dishes was top notch. Flavor and freshness as well. Very worth it. The bar holds 5 people and the tables hold another 25 or so people. It can be crowded, loud, and extremely dark, but I really enjoyed the vibe and food. Staff seemed really rushed and had no time for smalltalk, even the bartender. One star docked.
(4)Rusty J.
Great Tapas! Went here on the last day of our trip and the food was awesome! Would recommend this for anyone looking to impress friends with a great "foodie type" location.
(5)kc b.
Came here for happy hour with my friend from out of town. We got the red wine happy hour bottle to share and some dishes. We asked our server for recommendations and she suggested the following: Gnocchi with black truffle cream, Green salad, goat cheese and pear, and Grilled chilean sea bass (MSC certified) which were ALL amazing! We started off at the bar but quickly moved to a table because it was a little louder than I had expected. Super small space so if you want a table, you need to get there early. Found street parking to pay for an hour and the rest of the time was free. Other than that, very good experience. Our server and bartender were super nice and the atmosphere was great to chat and catch up!
(4)Tiffany N.
I am so happy that I stumbled upon List one night by searching Yelp for nearby Italian restaurants. They have THE BEST happy hour with half off prices on one whole side of their food menu. I've liked every single item I've tried at List, which is quite the accomplishment because I'm a fairly picky eater. My favorite menu item is the arugula salad, it comes with shaved parmigiano-reggiano cheese and a large piece of fresh mozzarella. The dressing is slightly acidic and goes well with the saltiness of the parmigiano-reggiano and the creaminess of the mozzarella. I order the salad every time I eat here. Other rave-worthy menu items include the roasted chicken with mushrooms, seared ahi, calamari (both fried and pan sauteed are good), and the top sirloin. They usually have bread from Macrina Bakery along with pesto olive oil for dipping, which is also very good. The restaurant itself is pretty small so sometimes there is a wait for a seat, especially during happy hour. The tables are also quite tiny, making it difficult to order multiple plates - but don't let that stop you, the food is so good it's worth finding room on your tabletop. The service is also great, the servers and bartenders are really attentive and friendly! It can't get much better than List.
(5)Vanessa C.
Reasonable prices for dinner and wine! Our group of three came here on a Saturday night around 8pm, and we were seated immediately. The ambiance is cozy with dim lighting, red chandeliers, and a lively atmosphere. We aren't too familiar with wine so we asked our waitress for suggestions on inexpensive white wine. She brought us tastings of three types of white wine- a Sauvignon Blanc, a Pino Grigio, and a Soave. We went with the Pieorpan Soave and loved it! It was light and crisp, which was perfect for us. I don't remember seeing it on the wine list, but the bottle came out to be $31. Our food was great too. We got the truffle gnocchi, the pheasant and gnocchi, and the tenderloin. The portions are a little on the small side, but it's still filling. I think the truffle gnocchi was my favorite, since it was creamy and had a strong truffle flavor. We had such a fun time at The List! We loved how close it is to other bars and lounges, so it made for a great start to the night. I wish I could come back here for happy hour to try their small plates and food. (The entire first page of the menu is all half off during happy hour!)
(4)Trang N.
So glad we decided to stay after we heard what the wait time was (45 minutes) Happy Hour ALL day Sunday and Monday! $14 bottles of wine! 50% off all food! How can this be beat?! Between the two of us, we shared spicy meatballs, gnocchi with black truffle cream, and mussels. There wasn't much special about the mussels and the spicy meatballs were indeed spicy, a bit too spicy, but still tasty and edible. The gnocchi wins above all. The sauce was not too overwhelming, but just enough. Like others said, rich and creamy! The texture of the gnocchi was not too sticky and perfect with each bite. Food was about 4 stars with the extra star for service. I noticed only 2 servers working the entire night and the place was completely packed. Even with that in mind, they were totally on top of everything! We loitered over 2 bottles of wine until 3 hours had passed without being rushed. I believe her name was Gracie, (cute and friendly Asian chick!) even continued to come by our table to repeatedly light our candle (that my husband kept blowing out by laughing, lol.)
(5)Michelle G.
I'm following through on my new year's resolution and writing yelp reviews, YAY for me! Now onto List, 5 stars for HH prices and 4 stars for the food. 50% off on food and full bottle s of wine! Service is mediocre but you really can't go wrong with their HH deals!
(4)Emma R.
Perfect for a dinner or just a drink in a contemporary environment in Belltown. Killer happy hour selection and pricing. Great food, generous portions and good wine. Been back several times and it is consistent.
(5)Rohan K.
My wife and I went here for happy hour tonight when they have 50% off on all the small plates. Outstanding food, romantic ambience, good service but a little too noisy and dark for my liking. We tried the Gnocchi with black truffle cream and it was one of the best gnocchi dishes I've ever had. It was perfectly cooked, very subtle but delicious flavors especially that of the truffle and the perfect amount of sauce. A definite must have here. The bacon wrapped prawns were a little over cooked but tasted pretty good with the white beans and greens they were served on. I wouldn't have minded more than 4 prawns but then again it was happy hour so I guess I can't complain much. The roasted chicken with seasonal mushrooms was fantastic. The chicken was extremely moist and perfectly cooked. Paired with the sauce and the greens it was served on along with the mushrooms it was an explosion of flavor in the mouth. Overall I really loved the food and would highly recommend it. I only wish that they had a little more light in the restaurant and did something about the very high noise levels both from the kitchen/bar as well as on the restaurant floor itself.
(4)Anh L.
I've been here many times, and just went here yesterday - they give free/unlimited macrina bread now as an appetizer! But also, I have noticed that the prices have gone up at least $2-3 for each dish since a few months ago. The prices on the website are outdated. For example, it says $11 for gnocchi, which is now $14 (but happy hour is half off). My new favorite dish is their eggplant parmigiana, full of cheesy goodness and tangy marinara sauce. The waitress claimed that it was spicy, but it was NOT AT ALL. It was more peppery. Other dishes: 1. gnocchi - MUST have, but what isn't good with truffle oil? 2. sea bass - nice and fatty 3. cesar salad - nothing special 4. calamari - pretty standard, nothing special 5. flat bread - fairly large serving and delciious Overally, servings are somewhat small, so the new prices were a bit disappointing. You need to order at least 4 dishes between two people in order to be somewhat satisfied.
(4)Vinh N.
The best restaurant I've been to this year.. Came here on a Sunday with my cousins when it was all day happy hour. Half off all of the food on the "list". The dining area was small so we sat at the bar where the bartender was friendly and helpful. Drafts (a combo of imports and microbrews) turned out to be 3 dollars a pint. Ordered every vegetarian plate on the list and the options were plenty. Enjoyed the gnocchi in black truffle cream the most but every dish was delicious. The tomato sauces in the cannelloni and eggplant parmesan had a spicy kick to it that I liked. The total damage with several rounds of beers came out to be about 25 dollars a person.
(5)Cory K.
I asked the bartender to make me a fernet and vermouth cocktail. He asked me for the recipe, which I gave him, and he made an excellent one. Great service. Fantastic gnocchi with truffle cream sauce. Seems like all the regulars were getting it, so I figured I couldn't go wrong. It was one of the best gnocchi I've ever had. The octopus salad was good, but not great. Otherwise this would be a five-star review.
(4)Alex J.
Best happy hour in Seattle! It's almost incomprehensible to me that I've never had to wait for a table here. Absolutely amazing food for absurd prices. Half off on all apps and a bottle of wine at a restaurant for less than $15??? What is this wizardry?! Great service, the bartender is fantastic and the atmosphere is, dare is say, borderline sexy. Can't recommend the happy hour more! My favorites: - White Truffle Gnocchi - Spicy Meatballs - Top Sirloin
(5)Morgan J.
Great happy hour, small space so get there early! Ordered a great bottle of wine for $15, draft beer for $3.75, and half off small plates. Tapas are a good size for the price. Would recommend if in area!
(4)K C.
Love the food. Very delicious. I give 4 stars because the table was really small. We ordered 4 appetizers to shared, it was no way the plates can fit in that little table. Also the tables are very close to other tables. Can literally hear the conversation from next table and vice versa. Also only one candle per table, there is no way we can even read the menu. Everyone has to take out their cell phone to light the menu. If the restaurant wants to have the dark ambient, might as well attach a reading light to the menu..
(4)Jane C.
Although I have only been to List twice..this place is just AMAZING. This place is a MUST GO TO spot for happy hour. The Whole menu is HALF PRICE! I highly recommend the Black Truffle Cream Gnocchi! Flavourful, rich but not too rich, subtle and a punch of flavour in your mouth all at the same time!!! This dish is usually $12, but it is $6 at HH! YUM! Their sea bass was also cooked perfectly and was not overcooked. The only thing I would avoid if you cannot take too much spiciness is definitely the Spicy Meatball on their menu. I can take a little bit of spice, figuring that it is in a meatball form, I didn't think it would be THAT spicy..so just a fair share of warning if you don't take spicy foods well. Other than that..I LOVE GOING TO LIST!!!
(5)Louise O.
The Chilean seabass wad terrific as were the other choices. Goodmenu and prices for happy hour and regular hours. Only problem wsd the noise level. Maybe some rugs or insulation on the walls?
(4)Jeffrey S.
There exists a small glowing red box, whereupon the Truffle Gnocchi Princess resides. Her name I won't recall - quite secondary to the way she glides to my table - fluffy potato pillows of crack laden on a white pond of sweet savory truffle-cheese cream sauce; It's exceptional. Happy hour provides my thrifty palette a delicious bacon-wrapped prawn dish appetizer created from a multitude of textures; a satisfying goat cheese wild green salad is served as my #3. Wholly satisfied with Malbec to lips, how does one conjure the will to depart from the inside of this beating epicurean heart? Hmmm...what's for dessert?
(5)Kelly T.
Not that great.. The only memorable thing that we ordered of the 4 items was the gnocchi. That was delicious but very rich in taste. We wanted to try the mussels but they were sold out. I don't see what the hype is about here.. It's all just hype.
(3)Nancy N.
Ummm, I'm going to pretend like the bartender and the people at the bar didn't just treat us like out-of-towners...even though we were. Other than that, I am a fan of List! I had just landed at SEATAC around 11pm on a Thursday night and needed a drink badly after a grueling week in the office. I bookmarked List for Happy Hour due to a friend's recommendation. We quickly checked into the hotel and walked over to List to catch the HH before it ends. Right when you walk in, there's a great ambiance and dimly lit atmosphere. My friend and I decided to sit at the bar for a more casual,relaxed feel. Immediately you can tell that everyone at the bar knew the bartender and they come by often just by the way they talk and interact -- like a regular local spot for the locals. I'm a fan of List for that ridiculously yummy and cheap Happy Hour! $2.95 beers on tap (not the crappy Bud Light stuff either) and 50% off apps. The apps were delicious too! We order the calamari (salty with a sprinkling of chili flakes for heat) and the bacon-wrapped prawns (4 huge prawns tightly wrapped in bacon on a bed of beans and kale). 2 beers and 2 apps came to under $20 after tax. STEAL! This place is a must if you're ever visiting Seattle...but only for their Happy Hour!
(4)Avian N.
Black truffle gnocchi 5/5, I see this dish in my dreams now. Bacon wrapped prawns 3/5, tastes delicious but nothing spectacular especially after the gnocchi. Octopus salad 6/5, wow, did NOT expect it to be as stellar as it was. EXCELLENT. Steak 1/5, not their forte. GO DURING HAPPY HOUR. I don't think the portions justify the price otherwise. Especially that steak, blegh. I went on a date here with my honey bunny on a cold night where it was relatively quiet. The waitress brought out the dishes one by one which was nice. Also, I'm sure you heard it before but I'm really excited about the toilets: HEATED SEAT! I love heated blankets, heated car seats, heated floor tiles, so you know this won me over.
(4)M K.
Don't miss the happy hour! It's until 6:30pm. Half price appetizers and drink specials. Glass of wine for $3.99! Normally $10 minimum. Get the gnocchi black truffle. Arugula salad delicious. Bacon wrapped prawns, can't go wrong. Small place. Sit at the bar if you can for immediate service.
(5)Sean S.
Thirty something happy hour chic. I wanted to love this place but it was hard. We were able to get right in which was good but we arrived 45 minutes post happy hour so people were leaving. The food was OK but small portions and expensive for what you get. We had the grilled Caesar, Bacon wrapped prawns, and seared Ahi tuna plus one drink each, our tab $62. My wife had to send her drink back as the bartender forgot an ingredient, the service was good but mechanical, we would have appreciated a little personality out of our server. The prawns and Caesar were good, the Ahi was over cooked. Had we got the food for happy hour price with happy hour drinks it would have been better but what we paid for what we got, ehh I would have rather gone elsewhere.
(3)Eunice K.
First off, let me say this place was a lifesaver. It was my first time in seattle but it was a do-everything-in-one-day kind of trip so I wanted dinner to be AMAZING. So I listed all the top best/most-reviewed restaurants so that my friends could choose...but I failed to make any reservations. So everywhere had 1-2hr waits. Complete fail. But then I found the List and gave them a call. Best. call. ever. It was only a couple blocks away and we were able to get seated right away before a big crowd showed up. Woo! Decor/Ambiance: The place is pretty small but not crowded. Has a romantic feel with the candlelight settings but also has a sexy vibe from the red chandeliers overhead. Food: _Gnocchi_ Yes. Actually, double yes. Light, fluffly clouds of potato heaven soaked in a creamy, flavorful, perfectly-seasoned sauce. One of my favorite gnocchi dishes actually. _Spicy Meatballs_ Yes again. Two medium sized meatballs with a slow-burning-whoa-I-didnt-expect-that kind of spice. Very well-made. Just a solid meatball. _Flatbread_ First, don't expect this to be flat. Lol It's basically breadsticks covered with a very generous layer of feta cheese, sprinkled with pine nuts and cranberries. If you think this is a weird combo, just try it. The nuttiness from the pine nuts really complement the feta and when ur lucky to get a cranberry in a bite, you'll appreciate the moment of sweetness in all that savory, tart goodness. (Top it with a cut of meatball and bam, double the tastiness) _Tenderloin_ We asked for medium but it was just a second overdone, making it kind of dry and well, not that great. I normally would get medium rare but it was a shared dish. It was sitting in a little puddle of sauce that was pretty tasty which helped with the dryness. Even though the tenderloin wasn't that memorable, the fries or frites so they say, definitely were. They were just so delicious and addicting. Crispy, salty, with almost-creamy insides. Can't go wrong with that. Only downside was the dollops of goat cheese (I think) on top of the fries which wasn't stated in the menu. So if you don't enjoy slightly funky cheeses, let them know ahead of time. You don't want any funk messing up your moment with those divine fries. _Mushroom Soup_ Oh mushroom soup. My only disappointment. I swear I might have received an accidental mess-up dish because the quality of food they were serving seemed like they knew what they were doing and this one well...tasted like water. Literally. It was like hot water with a hint of mushroom. It reminded me of those packets of powdered soups where you just add water. If I were given both, I would not be able to tell the difference. But I still ate it up cuz I love soup! Lol Dranks: Cocktails were refreshing and well-made. Service: Solid A
(4)Alrick F.
What is the big deal with list? Everyone keeps yapping about their happy hours but we've tried it FOUR times and still can't understand why. Perhaps you think the gnocchi should be soft and squishy. Perhaps you have never made a meatball before. None of these items should receive the hype they are given. Try making your own truffled gnocchi dish or spicy tomato sauced meatballs and you'll think YOU should be the chef of List. ::shakes head:: ridiculous.
(3)Lilly C.
I finally found the time to try this place after hearing many great things about the food. The place was a lot smaller and quieter than I expected, but it had a very relaxing ambiance which was nice. We chose to sit by the windows for better lighting. We were lucky enough to not have to wait even though we went during happy hour (a line started to form while we were finishing our food). The three of us shared 5 plates: fried calamari, grilled octopus salad, black truffle gnocchi, eggplant parmigiana, and the bacon wrapped prawns. The calamari was really nothing special, I cannot say much about that. The eggplant wasn't particularly exciting either, however, it surprises you with a bit of heat. Everyone that has mentioned this restaurant to me kept bringing up the black truffle gnocchi so of course I had to try it and it really did live up to my expectations. I love anything with truffle oil so it wasn't all that hard to earn my seal of approval, but the gnocchi itself had the perfect bite to it and just tasted like a little bit of heaven in my mouth! I also really enjoyed the prawns, which had just the right amount of smokiness from the bacon. The bed of kale and white beans balanced the two strong flavors of bacon and prawn. The grilled octopus salad was the best decision I made all night. Never thought octopus could taste that good. I don't eat this sea creature that often, but when I do, it always tends to be pretty chewy. Not sure if it was the grill factor or whatnot, but this octopus was the exact opposite, and almost buttery. It was so simple; just topped over some greens and capers with a wedge of lemon for the dressing, yet it burst with so many different flavors in my mouth. Whoever created this dish is brilliant. All in all, service was good, setting was nice, and food was excellent. Like everyone else has pretty much said in their reviews, it is really only worth going for happy hour. Portions are really small (unless they have bigger plates for their regular menu?) and not worth paying full price for unless you have the money to blow.
(4)Truc T.
Delicious tapas style food! We were in Seattle on a weekend trip and wanted to try a variety of places so List was a great place because they served tapas style! We got the spicy meatballs, grilled broccoli, and the gnocchi. All 3 dishes were amazing! And surprisingly, it filled us up quick! I want to go back here to try their other menu items and also, their specialty drinks are amazing as well!
(5)Mieka M.
Such a fun place to go for date night. Very intimate and fantastic food! All day happy hour on Sunday's & Monday's is my favorite!
(5)Jen K.
Came here with the boyfriend and friends and I was very impressed with the food not so much the drinks. I had the xrated cocktail and it tasted waterdowned and didn't impress me in flavor at all. The service was ok. She wasnt very friendly. But the food was good! Spicy meatballs come with 4 large size meatballs. The gnocchi was so so good!! We got the calamari but nothing special about that! We also got a red wine bottle which I forget which one but that was decent as well. The food is definitely what keeps you coming back everything else seemed okay!
(3)Ken L.
The BEST happy hour and I have been to hundreds of Happy Hours in my time. The outside looks beat up but the inside is beautifully set in a modern style with a bar and a mirrored wall. Cute, pleasant servers added value :). Macrina bread and olive oil. Free. Grilled octopus, citrus emulsion $6. Octopus grilled just right though the citrus with a little less punch would make it perfect. Arugula and mozzarella for salad $5. Bitterness of the leafy greens were mellowed out by the slices of mild cheese. Tasitiest spicy meatballs ever $4.50 for two. Delayed spice kick at the end is amazing. Seared seabass with kale. $8 I could not stop eating this!! Mussels in a garlic tomato sauce. $6. So soft and juicy in garlicy tomato sauce. Pisner beer $2.99, so cold and thirst quenching. Glass of red or white wine, $3.99. Whole bottle at $14! Their selection isn't bad either. Dessert (Belgium chocolate tortino and gelatin)- thick chocolate cake and gelatin and strawberry. $5. Not too sweet for a smooth finish. All this high grade food explodes with flavor and fills us up with smiles deserves five stars. On Sunday and Monday, it is all day Happy Hour!!! Bring it on! Two can dine, what a fabulous find!
(5)Marian W.
Amazing place, especially if you come during happy hour! They have a pretty large selection of plates that are half off and everything I've tried so far has been delicious. The customer service is great, prices are amazing for the quality of food you get (A 13 dollar plate down to 6.50, can it get better than that?) and the ambiance is quite relaxing. It's definitely one of the few places in Seattle that I can say is 5 star for the food. If this is your first time. I recommend the bacon wrapped prawns and the gnocchi as starters (unless you don't like the taste of truffle). You can't go wrong with those two!
(5)Steve C.
Really cool spot and great service. Pretty good value for the money. Not so great: Old fashioned: Watery fried calamari: no flavor, boring sauce mushroom soup: had flavor but not mushroom flavor Did not have bread and butter, not even for extra charge did not have deserts Good: wines and the other drinks we had flat bread with fruit Grilled ceasar Really good: grilled shrimp (called prawns but they were too small to call prawns) Gnocchi with two sauces spicy meatball Cannelloni: loved it but really should warn that it is spicy The space and the service is what makes this place, and the value is pretty good too. Kitchen shows promise but too many problems to call it great.
(4)Foodie B.
I hate to do this, but 12+ hours of food poisoning after eating here tie my hands. The decor and wine selection were lovely. Had an amazing series of tapas that culminated in octopus. I'm pretty sure that's what did the trick. I don't wish ill will to List--thought it was a wonderful experience, and it wasn't until 2 hours later when my body decided to almost die on me that I regretted going. Eat at List. Don't get the octopus!!
(1)Nathan L.
It was a great restaurant. The ambiance of the music selection and candles really made it a romantic spot. The food was very good. We had the spicy meatballs (it has no spaghetti and two large meatballs). It was a little on the spicy side. The one downside is that my wife didn't have her id and so they would not serve you until they checked your id. So we had to go back to out hotel to get our id. Overall it was pretty good.
(4)Sean S.
Delicious food amazing service! The Chilean sea bass was fresh and was grilled to perfection. The calamari was excellent and superior to most restaurants. The truffle gnocchi was definitely worth writing home about! Highly recommended!!
(5)Adam T.
Came to review one thing: the gnocchi. It's the best gnocchi I've ever had: absolutely melt in your mouth with the perfect, creamy sauce. It's worth going just for the gnocchi, and during happy hour it's only $7 a plate. During happy hour, however, the lines can get pretty long, and the restaurant can really seem shambolic - it always seems like there aren't enough waiters. I've gotten past the wait a few times by just sitting at the full-service bar, which is just as good. It's very hard to get a seat here during happy hour with more than two people though. Also good here are the spicy meatballs and bacon-wrapped prawns. But the gnocchi is the real star here.
(5)James V.
Nice place, good service, small enough that conversational noise increases a lot as the place fills and wine is drunk. We enjoyed our tomato salad, gnocci and spicy meat balls, the later on recommendation of a guest at the adjacent table. A bottle of Italian red and ended our visit with a tasty chocolate dessert. Why not four stars? Well, while the food was good, it lacked the essence of excellence. The gnocci was a wee bit pasty and bland, the tomato salad was OK yet not yummy. The meatballs were indeed spicy, but again lacking in nuance. Pricing was good, service was good.
(3)Sandeep K.
Food was great! Loved the truffle gnocchi, the octopus, eggplant parm, and the ceasar salad! All awesome! Come during happy hour and all plates are half price, plus they have $14 bottles of wine! Just make sure to get there closer to the start of happy hour, it fills up quick!
(4)Bill C.
Visiting here, and can only seem to find places that are pricey but don't deliver. List was an answer to prayer. Monday happens to be one of the days of their all day happy hour special - half price on about 3/4 of the menu! I had the gnocchi with black truffle cream, a burger on ciabatta, and a dessert of chocolate ganache - all wonderful and with tax, barely over $20. A little noisy, waited a few minutes for a table, but a cool vibe and incredibly nice staff. If I weren't leaving I'd be back in a heartbeat.
(5)Kathy D.
Excellent deal on Sunday!!! Sea bass for 8 dollars! It was delicious and a decent portion. We split the argula salad, gnocchi and flatbread. Flatbread was a little thicker than I like, but that was the only disappointment. Definitely get there early as it fills up due to the food and drink deals on Sunday!
(4)Trevor T.
The food is served small plate style, which was neat because you can try several things and share. Service was also very fast as a result, and the staff was on top of making sure your food arrived quickly. We had the cannelloni, gnocchi, meatballs, and calamari and all were very good. Was plenty for two people and very reasonably priced. Only downside I can think of to this restaurant is the wait. It's a very cozy spot, and also popular, which means it fills up fast. And since the service is good it's easy to keep ordering.
(4)Stephanie M.
It started with "tapas", but they had me at "happy hour". The happy hour menu is impressively extensive, and the food is just delicious. Ambiance: Small, modern little restaurant with beautiful bar seating. Kudos on the very thoughtful heated toilet seat in the ladies' room. Food: The tapas are huge! More like lunch size entrees, we totally over-ordered. The really special: salt and pepper calamari (with a spicy kick) and truffle gnocchi, spicy prawns The good: angus burger Service: Excellent! Our drinks were never empty, they cleared each plate quickly, and refreshed our smaller plates multiple times.
(4)Winifred X.
come here early and come during happy hours when food are half off! - baby octopus salad: not really my thing bit chewy. - gnocchi with truffle oil, excellent, soft and creamy - cod: excellent, melt I your mouth, sits on a bed of flavorful barley and kale. - bacon wrapped shrimp: 5 stars, giant shrimps and flavorful bacon.. - goat cheese and pear salad, pretty good but other dishes stood out more - they also have $14 house wine, but that I didn't try so no comment there. Sunday and Monday are happy hours all day, do cone early or you end up waiting an hour, also runs out of food early at night because they bring in the or food from the home restaurant every day. bon appetite! **** they do NOT take reservation, so get there EARLY to get the Seattle-wide happy hour deals (pretty much every restaurant in downtown/belltown area) ***
(5)Vivian H.
3.5 stars. I stole this place off a friend's itinerary for a trip to Seattle. After seeing the amazing happy hour prices (50% off the food list!), I decided to make a visit with the bf -- raising a puppy is hard work and we deserved a break! When the little trouble maker fell asleep for the night, we sneaked out. We ordered the angus burger, gnocchi with black truffle cream, pureed mushroom soup, and bacon wrapped prawns. With a beer and a cocktail, our total was only $39 after tax. Burger -- good but too salty. We requested medium but it was a bit well done and the patty was a nice size, but on the smaller side. For only 6 bucks or so, I would order this again. Mushroom soup -- very bold mushroom flavor, but honestly, it really wasn't any better than a Campbell's can of cream of mushroom soup. The only difference was that it wasn't as creamy and thick. Bacon wrapped prawns -- nice flavor but the prawns were overcooked and the bacon was too thin. The prawns were dry and not juicy. Overcooking shrimp is such a waste. Gnocchi -- I really liked this dish and I think next time I'd order one for myself alone. The creamy black truffle sauce was very delicate, which made this very creamy dish more palatable. My cocktail (x rated tini) had a little bit of strength! I've been having way too many weak cocktails lately and this one kinda surprised me. Service was OK, ambiance is dark and lounge-y. It's a great spot for happy hour.
(3)Neal N.
Great happy hour! $2.95 drafts! Not too many to choose from, though. Gnocchi w/ truffle cream is delightful. Octopus salad was a bit tart. All their food looks amazing though. Service was very pleasant. I would definitely keep going back until I tried all their happy hour half off dishes.
(4)Shawna O.
The food is amazing, we tried the octopus salad, steak, gnocchi, meatballs and pear salad. The value is excellent!! Staff were friendly and helpful. The crowd and bad 90s club decor would be the only downfall.
(3)Jon E.
Tapas is how they describe List. Hmmm.... to me tapas are small portions at higher prices. List is all about HIGH QUALITY entree size portions at lower prices. Every dish we had was a winner, and we had nearly the entire menu. The gnocchi was a highlight (the spicier of the 2 versions offered). The only problem was the size of the restaurant (it is small) and the inability to make reservations (understandable). If you don't mind waiting for an extremely good meal at ridiculously low prices (lower still during happy hour) go to List. I seriously have no idea how they can provide such an incredible deal at the level of quality that they provide.
(5)Sonia G.
One of my favorite places for good eats! Seriously, this place doesn't have a bad thing on the menu and I have tried almost everything. The gnocchi in truffle cream is heavenly and one of the many reasons why I come back, along with great cocktails!
(4)Karthik S.
Excellent happy hour apps and value oriented wine choices. Went in a small group and hit three bottles of wine and 9 appetizers. The food came out as it was ready vs any planable order but they tell you that on the menu. Hostess was by often to check up on us.
(5)Mikketrien V.
We ordered 4 plates, three ingredients (gnocchi, kale, mushrooms) showed up twice, the pheasant was overcooked, the ingredients didn't complement eachother, the bacon wrapped prawns were nothing special and highly overpriced. Meh meh meh. Do not trust the yelp reviews.
(2)Crystal N.
Stumbled in after an 11pm improv show and was promptly seated. After examining the happy hour menu, my friends and I had the following : Grilled Octopus salad - fresh and light, tangy and citrusy, I've always been a fan of octopus Spicy Meatballs - soooo spicy ! the sauce doesn't do much to either mask or compliment the spiciness, but meatballs are cooked tenderly Wild mushroom soup - I like my soups a bit more hearty, so I found the soup a bit thin. Regardless, savory and subtle flavors, still very nice on a cold night. Cannelloni - spicy warning here too ! but good
(3)Namrata B.
Amazing deals on the full day happy hour on Sundays. Ordered the gnocchi and the grilled sea bass - extremely well made, absolutely yum and to die for ! I'm so glad I chose the right place and right food for my 'cheat day' ;) Got in without a wait but slowly saw lines forming outside later - surprising on a Sunday night. Prompt service and great ambience. I prefer my drinks with a slight kick so minus 1 star for the slightly watered down cocktails.
(4)Helen D.
Amazing happy hour! Heaping proportions for unbelievable prices! Most memorable dishes: - Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream (perfect gnocchi texture) - Bacon-wrapped prawns (salty - but really tasty) We ordered 7 massive dishes off the happy hour menu, and if we hadn't had any drinks - the bill would've come out to ~$45 (and we had leftovers). Great deal!
(4)Rene C.
I travel to Seattle for business fairly frequently and usually find myself in Belltown because A. Hotel prices are reasonable and B. There are plenty of excellent dining options in the area. On my most recent stay, I found this great little Italian restaurant within walking distance to where I was staying. List is everything that the previous reviews say it is and more. While it's a nice intimate little spot, it's also a great dining option for the solo traveler. The bar fully stocked bar area makes for a great place to hunker down for a refreshing drink and enjoy the perfect meal. I arrived fairly early on a frigid and damp Seattle evening and found plenty of available seating. The bartender was super friendly and even asked how my day went. And even though this I was making my first ever visit, I felt like Norm and elevated to "regular" status immediately. The cocktail/wine list has plenty of delicious options, but I was in a sidecar mood and after a few minutes had a perfectly mixed French classic sidecar resting in front of me. The food menu has plenty to choose from, I started with the goat cheese salad. I usually never get worked up over salads, but this was one of the best salads I have had in a long time. The dressing was the star, but the healthy serving on goat cheese stole my heart. Each bite made my heart pitter patter and put a huge smile on face. For my entree, I had already checked out the food pics on Yelp and knew going in that I had to try the black truffled gnocchi. For $14 you sure get a lot gnocchi! It was as outstanding as all the Yelpers claim (rich, creamy and full of black truffle flavor), but the serving size was huge and I could barely put a dent into it. I felt bad leaving two thirds of my plate, but since I was staying in a hotel and traveling to Canada the following day there was no way I could take it with me. The service here is superb, the food outstanding and the ambiance cool with a dash of romantic. This place rocks!
(4)Eric R.
I'm pretty thrilled with this place. We went here on a Monday night happy to find out that all day Sunday and Monday most of the menu items are half price. The food: Great. We had the spicy meatballs, flat bread with cranberry, feta, and pine nuts, the beef shoulder with fries and goat cheese, and the spinach cannelloni. Every element was well prepared, well presented, and tasted amazing. The service: Good. It's a small place and the server and the busser did a good job and the timing. As soon as we finished one plate the next was right there. No formally trained on pouring wine but not a big deal (wow that sounded really snobby), she kept our glasses poured. The price: Awesome. Like I said, Monday had half off most everything. We had 4 menu items (one of which was full price) and a bottle of wine and walked away roughly a $47 bill (not including tip). This is a great tapas place but even better if you get the happy hour pricing.
(5)Sarah P.
List is as good as it gets for Belltown Happy Hour food. This place has become my go to when I'm with a friend and we cannot come up with anything creative to do for dinner: List is a lazy person's default way of having a great, cheap dinner for any occasion. I've been here on dates, when I don't wanna cook, or when I'm nursing a hangover and need to not be seen by people (the low lighting is fantastic for hiding dark under eye circles) but still want to be in public. Order gnocchi for sure and mussels (although in recent months I feel as if they have cut the serving size of mussels in half for the same price). Also, the toiled seats are heated. JACKPOT.
(4)Ash H.
Disappointed. Poor /deceptive service and underwhelming food. Food: Octupus Salad-Octupus was over cooked and verging rubbery and greens were too tart destroying the subtlety of the octopus Burger: Patty definitely came out of a box Chilean Sea Bass: Iacked the buttery unctuous ness that is characteristic of sea bass which led me to believe either the fish was extremely over cooked or that I was served another fish masquerading as sea bass. Service: hats off to the bald waiter ( who reminds me of Pitbull ) I felt like he was working extremely hard and multitasking as a hostess, waiter, and busboy. The remainder of the staff needs some hospittality training. Upon entry no one greeted us for what felt like a longggg time. Eventually the bartender acknowledged us and said "he didn't have anything available for 20 minutes." He said this as an empty table for two stared me and my mom in the face. He continued to do this as tables freed up and patrons arrived. The waiter (Pitbull) ultimately seated us without hesitation at said tables. It was evident that the bartender was intentionally trying to slow turnover and create the appearance of a bustling, sought after restaurant. I will not patronize list again.
(2)Aaleen C.
I moved to Seattle almost two years ago, and this is still by far my favorite place to go. I've never experienced a better Happy Hour in my life. I waited to write this review until I tried the entire menu and literally EVERYTHING is phenomenal. HOLY SHIT THE GNOCCHI. It's just so damn delightful. Seriously, you really can't get much better than $14 bottles of wine?! We'll take 3!
(5)Yon S.
Happy hour is awesome. List has great options.
(5)Elina K.
This place is definitely in my top "list" for happy hour in seattle! My boyfriend and I literally live and breath for happy hour it's almost the only time we go out to eat and this place never lets us down!! Our go to menu items are the gnocchi and mussels they are amazing! I remember the very first time we went there we tried ordering the calamari which we waited for a little but they were out- the waitress gave us almost our entire meal free for the inconvenience! Delicious food, romantic setting, and perfect customer service!
(5)Taylor J.
Nearly a perfect rating, but I couldn't possibly tell you why. I feel like if a strip club and night club had a restaurant love child baby, The List is what it would create. Aside from their gnocchi truffle dish, this is an extremely mediocre, tiny little place, and in the midst of all the night clubs. The place smelled like redbull vodkas, lit up red countertops, mirrors everywhere. Their cocktail menu seems clubby even. Perhaps that's what the vibe they're going for.....and (irrelevant) there's these bad metal beads hanging to cover the kitchen area, these are absolutely obnoxious, and the poor servers having to walk through the beady mess each time they go to the kitchen. Anyway, the service was attentive, though we overheard way too much about the bartenders personal affairs than we would've cared to. Spicy meatballs aren't bad also, but their salads are rotten. Boring and way too much dressing. To summarize, if you're a foodie, or if you don't like feeling like you're dining in a night club, go somewhere else. Spur Gastropub is right around the corner, go there.
(1)Alice T.
This place is fantastic. Thanks, Yelp, for sending out the email blast on truffles around town. The happy hour menu is sublime. A really nice spectrum of choices, good proportions, and most importantly, well-put together food. The service was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was dark and cozy. As other reviews recommend, get here early to get a seat; it fills up quickly since this place is no secret!! Shared the gnocchi with black truffle cream, the grilled Chilean sea bass, the Caesar salad, and the sea salt and pepper calamari. My mouth is watering right now remembering how delicious everything was. It was all quite perfect. I have no favorites and would do it all again in a heartbeat! Maybe now....wait. They are closed right now. Sad. What really stood out was their unique spin on the Caesar salad. It was romaine lettuce cut in half lengthwise...and get this...GRILLED! Mmmm that smoky and slightly warm interior pieces of lettuce really made this dish pop. The sea bass was served with farrow (sp?) that was prepared in a bed of spice that delivered the perfect amount of heat. There were pieces of kale atop the farrow too. Aight...I gotta find some food now that I just whet my appetite.
(4)Sara F.
List looks like it's plucked out of New York City. My friend agrees, and she lived in New York for a few years. It's so damn "cool" in here. White chairs, multi-colored lighting, light modern music, a dark overall atmosphere. Adorable waitress that outdoes Anne Hathaway with the short hair and red lips. You walk in and go "oooh". I also love their half-off menu HH all day Sunday and Monday. The glass of wine has gone up to $3.99 (from $3.75) which is still a good deal. I'd personally appreciate if they added a few more items that a foodie layman like myself would enjoy - grilled cheese on a stick perhaps? Haha, I don't know. Just maybe less sea bass/octopus and more chicken. Stop in here for a drink and stay for the delicious eats.
(4)Rebekah H.
Extremely reasonable prices and the food was great. Portions can be a bit small if you're starving though. Tenderloin and clams were both delicious and with drinks, we ate for less than $50 for two. Great casual date night spot.
(4)Mukee C.
One of my favorite places to go for happy hour! The restaurant is pretty small so it does get packed quickly and it's first come first serve so you should plan accordingly. Dishes are great and since the portions are on the smaller side so you can try multiple different dishes at once. The atmosphere of the restaurant is nice and cozy but it does get really dim when the sun goes down and the noise level will go up as well. Service is usually great, since it's pretty small and packed they try not to use too many servers which makes sense. If you want to try this place out, go for their Happy Hour. They have great specials on food and drinks. Their Gnocchi, Ahi Tuna, Spicy Meatballs, Burger, and the Bass are all really good!
(5)Tram N.
I came here on a Sunday after the devastating loss of the Niners to soak in our sadness with their all day happy hour. I love the decor and how intimate it looks on the inside. Definitely a small venue so it's not ideal for groups larger than 4. Truffle Gnocchi: So amazing! The melt-in-your-mouth kind of good but since it was so rich, I couldn't eat too much of it. Sea Bass: I think it was on a bed of kale and curried risotto. The sea bass was so soft and flaky and paired amazingly well with the risotto. The risotto was so good by itself! Bacon Wrapped Prawns: I love bacon, I love prawns but because bacon is already super salty, they even marinated the prawns in sodium so it was just an explosion of hypertension in my mouth. Mushrooms with Roasted Chicken: The beau liked this more than I did. I thought it was also super salty and the only thing on the dish that kind of eliminated the salt was kale and mushrooms. Dessert: Can never go wrong with dessert and since they only have one, it's great that I didn't have to pick. Our waitress, although polite and attentive, was very unpersonable (if that's even a word). However, I love that our water cups were never empty and the busboys are super attentive.
(4)Aaron B.
Food is good but portions are tiny, at least during happy hour. The gnocchi and tuna are delicious, but we ended up ordering more because we were still hungry!
(3)Jeff F.
I thought List had fake reviews since it didn't make any sense that a place called List that I'd never heard of with a terrible website was getting 4 1/2 stars on Yelp out of nowhere. I'm here to tell you this place is the real deal. Gustavo was on fire Monday churning a slew of great dishes during a busy happy hour. Here's what you have to order: Octopus Salad, Meatballs, Mussels, Gnocchi (the Gnocchi is ridiculous), Arugula w/ Moz, and Chicken Mushroom. Prawns, Flatbread, Ahi and SeaBass were all good, but not exceptional. Easily one of the best places to eat in Belltown every day of the week, but Sunday & Monday, it's the only choice w/ Half Off all day.
(4)Ben D.
Superb. Truffle oil gnocchi is perfection. Every dish was wonderfully prepared. Not a lot of by the glass options, but the Barrera was lovely. Ambience ranges on the loud side and the decor is somewhat spartan. But if you want sensible portions and like small plates, it's pretty exceptional. Great chocolate cake with hazelnut gelato, too, save room.
(5)Taleen P.
This restaurant will not allow anyone under the age of 21 inside AT ALL. This is not just a bar, but a restaurant where children should not be automatically excluded. At the very least, Yelp needs to prominently warn us not to go there if you have children, so that others do not pay a hefty parking price and waste their time coming to a restaurant which believes snobbery makes it a better restaurant. A must MISS when you're in Seattle. I am a loyal Yelp user and this is the first time I have ever been disappointed.
(1)Carolyn B.
I had read the reviews before going, the food was excellent, but we left still hungry. We came in around 9ish, we had to seat ourselves, the music was so loud my boyfriend and I could not talk, the light so bad I could not read the menu. The waitress was excellent however, she talked so quietly that we just nodded and said ok. We ordered Gnocchi and Spicy meatballs, they were to die for! Would we go back, probably not, like to have conversation during dinner.
(3)Kathy Z.
Happy hour has half prices but the food is not that good. Many people recommended the gnocchi. It tasted just like rice ball. Beef burger was fine. Nice people
(3)Marc M.
Belltown offers a very diverse selection of bars and restaurants, but none of them do as good a job at offering a cool and intimate setting as List. As soon as you walk in, you know you're going to like the place as the soft lighting and hip (not hipster) soundtrack set the mood right off the bat. The wait staff is just as friendly as they are good at what they do and, by the time you leave, you feel like you have a new friend. I didn't have any food while I was here, but the drinks were good and everyone seemed to have a great time. Date night? Dinner? Meeting a group of friends? List is a perfect option no matter what you have in mind.
(5)Helen Z.
We ended up eating here after being turned away at Local360 on a late Tuesday night, it turned out to be one of my favorite meals in Seattle. Everything we ordered was delicious! The standouts: Gnocchi with truffle cream sauce and the grilled octopus salad. I'm drooling just think about how good they were! My sister is a vegan and at first glance it seemed as though there would be nothing for her to eat but our waitress was so accommodating and without any hesitations, she altered a few dishes to make them vegan friendly. Overall, great food, great service, and great prices (especially during happy hour)!
(5)Christie C.
COME HERE FOR HAPPY HOUR, which includes all day Sunday and Monday. LOVE the arugula salad and the spicy meatballs (two separate dishes, in case that wasn't obvious). The service is great, the ambience is low-key but nice enough for a spontaneous date night. It can get pretty crowded on Friday/Saturday evenings. Caveat: the house wine (which is very temptingly priced at happy hour) is pretty terrible. I'd just go with a beer or get a still very reasonably priced beverage of your choice.
(4)Dorothy L.
Happy hour - Easter Sunday around 7pm. There were two open tables. My friend and I were seated right away. What we ordered: Mussels - I didn't try this, but my friend really enjoyed it. Ahi Tuna - Meh. Bacon Wrapped Prawns - Highly recommended! Gnocci - Very rich. I could only take a couple bites. Octopus Salad - Refreshing. I love octopus! Food and service were good, but there was confusion when it came to the bill. We paid with two credit cards and cash. We wanted to apply the cash to the bill, put two plates on one of the cards and the rest on the other card. The hostess thought the cash was the tip, which was more than we intended to tip. We decided not to fuss since it was a few dollars more. All in all good experience. Be specific when you pay with cash and credit!
(4)Kim M.
The menu is limited but most of what we ordered were solid. I would definitely get the black truffle gnocchi and spicy meatballs again.
(5)Brandon F.
Pretty much the best HH in Belltown, runs all day Sun and Mon. I've had gnocchi at a nearby italian place and also in Italy, but nothing compares to List's, def worth a try.
(5)Sabrina S.
So, as I've previously discussed in another review, I'm snobbish-ly picky when it comes to food. I'm especially snobby when it comes to Italian, Greek, and that general area of the world. And I would definitely give this place a thumbs up. I think the Cannelloni is delightfully, freshly seasoned with pepper, making it memorable. The sea bass was good (although very small) on a bed of well cooked kale (I think), and some sort of legume (lentils, but I'm not 100%) in tomato sauce. Now, the gnocchi is the reason I came here so here it is: I think it's better than most American gnocchi, but not as good the motherland. Some of you may not agree but let me tell you why. It was a tad too soft for my personal taste, and gnocchi is usually a bit more stable from what I remember in the homeland (italia). But bear with me here, cause a hungry me would definitely order it again. And the SAUCE! The sauce is what absolutely saved the day for me. It doesn't shy away from the black truffle oil and its definitely well proportioned to the amount of truffles. Omg I could drink that sauce and put it on every meal for the rest of my life. Yea, the sauce was delicioso. Don't let the stars fool you, I still think most of you yelpers would like it, despite my medium rating.
(3)Benjamin R.
Cool seeming place very hip. I was about 50/50 on the food. Truffle gnocci was good, if a tad plain. Fish over farrow was also nice. The quail though was too dry, and the spicy meatballs were spiced beyond all recognition of flavor. Still though a nice place worth going.
(3)Megan L.
Its pretty much impossible to find anything wrong with this place. We walked in right as happy hour started and were seated immediately. It is dark and romantic inside. We tried 6 different plates and all of them were amazing... and I'm really picky. The gnocchi really is as good as everyone says it is. The meatballs are very spicy but delicious. Even the bathroom is cool. Our water was constantly filled and we didn't have to wait forever for food. Friendly, attentive service and fantastic food. This place is top notch.
(5)Tiffany A.
BEST HAPPY HOUR!!! I had the Organic Angus beef burger and fries, plus a Manny's for just under $11! It was an excellent burger and I really loved the bun. (I am pretty picky about bread.) The bartender was very attentive and friendly. I kept getting my water refilled and was asked if I wanted another beer before Happy Hour ended. My top choice for Happy Hour in Belltown!
(5)Kelly M.
Amazing food and the best happy hour. Small place so I would recommend a reservation especially on the weekend
(5)Aya L.
the sea bass is the best food i've had in a year. trust me. if i go back again i will order two sea basses and i die for that.
(5)Shin Yi L.
Yeah for 9pm happy hour! They have a food and drinks list that are half off during happy hour and probably the most generous happy hour timings I know: Sunday & Monday is always happy hour, Tue-Thu 4-6.30pm & 9pm-midnight; Fri-Sat 4-6.30pm. My friend and I were starving so we ordered the following; bacon wrapped prawns, green salad with goat cheese and pear, spicy meatballs, sea salt and pepper calamari, baked broccoli and cauliflower. The calamari can be better, but everything else we had were delicious! I also had the X-rated Tini cocktail which was yummy. Overall a great experience and cannot wait to go back!
(5)Lily L.
Flatbread, grilled octopus salad, spicy meatballs (and they ARE spicy indeed) and halibut atop steamed kale are some of my favorite dishes. Whether or not they are still served on the menu is another ordeal. My first time coming was when I was still a Seattle newbie and just starting to get into the nightlife. This is a great spot to hit up for a drink and conveniently located right next door to Umi Sake House. As an Italian tapas restaurant, happy hour drinks and food is pretty decent. Drinks wise, they make all the drinks I've ordered satisfactorily tasty.
(3)Jenny K.
Amazing all-day Sunday happy hour. $14 bottles of red or white wine and lots of food specials. I tried the burger & fries (tip: order some truffle aioli for dipping), eggplant parmesan and chocolate cake & hazlenut ice cream. The burger was okay. The beef was pretty bland and the bun (though from Macrina Bakery) could've benefited from being toasted or grilled. Also lacked cheese, which would've upped the taste factor. The eggplant parmesan was a hunk of eggplant topped with mozzarella on a plate of delicious tomato vodka-like sauce. Dessert was awesome! (How can you go wrong?) Ordered a bottle of the cab-sangiovese-merlot - paired well with dessert. And Old Fashioned drinks - made strong! Sat at the bar and service was friendly & attentive. Only waited 3-5 mins for seats on a Sunday night. Read more about my dinner experience on my food blog (with pics!): twoseattlefoodies.com/20…
(4)Ajay S.
This place... Is solid. The BEST dish we had was the Sea Bass. Expertly seared fish on a bed of warm, flavorful kale and the most delicious faro I've ever had. Note - I don't even really know what faro is - but I urge you to get this. The Gnocchi in Truffle Oil is excellent. The gnocchi is pillowy in texture, with a swathe of fine cream and olive oil. Mmm. Wait. Did I forget about the Grilled Octopus? Get the Grilled Octopus. Phenomenal texture. I will probably dream about this. The Tuna is.. Mediocre. Doesn't live up to the standards set by the other items. Feel free to avoid. Have fun! And get multiple orders of that sweet Macrina bakery bread before it runs out!
(4)Jackelin T.
They have a limited selection at happy hour but the food is truly amazing. Try the eggplant parmigiana. I went here after the Dave Chappelle show at the Moore theatre with some friends. The wait staff was very accommodating since our party size kept changing.
(4)Lisa S.
The gnocchi with black truffle cream is out of this world!!! If I had known it would be this good, I would have ordered four orders of this only and gorged myself silly!!! I thought about ordering some to go, but I figured that it wouldn't be the same later on or the next day. The gnocchi was soft and tender, yet slightly chewy. It was the PERFECT texture, and each piece just about melted in my mouth. I'm lucky that I don't live in Seattle, because I'd probably come here every week and gain a million pounds. The spicy meatballs were MUCH bigger than I anticipated. They were also more spicy than I thought they would be. They were moist and more than enough for two people to share. The bacon-wrapped prawns were large and the saltiness went well with the white beans and greens. Again, the portion size was large than I expected. The only part of the meal to disappoint was the top sirloin. Although tender, it lacked flavor was was merely "meh." The dessert, the chocolate cake with ice cream, hit the spot, even split in two, and both First Avenue and (other cocktail I can't remember) were strong worth the price.
(4)Heidi P.
OMG Best Happy Hour!!!! I went on a Monday when it was an all day happy hour. Our group of four decided to order different plates and share. I would highly recommend this technique. Start out with a couple things and then keep on ordering as you go. Another thing to know is that this place is tiny. We sat at the bar until a table opened up, which didn't take long at all, and the staff was extremely efficient about seating us quickly once the table was cleared. We started with the the black truffle gnocchi, calamari, and flatbread. The gnocchi was so amazing had to order a second plate. Lots of shaved black truffle, a deliciously rich cream sauce, and perfectly pillowy gnocchi made this my absolute favorite dish. The flat bread was tasty, and the calamari was good too. The dipping sauce on the calamari was a little on the bland side though, but still an excellent value. We also tried the bacon wrapped prawns over white beans and seared ahi with lentils. The bacon wrapped prawns were so freaking delicious!! I wasn't expecting to love it as much as I did, but it was just divine. The seared ahi that was good but nothing out of this world. I didn't prefer the lentils with it, but it was still good nonetheless. My husband ordered the sliders also, and they were delicious. We were so stuffed when we finished! Also we drank wine which was only $14 a bottle, and it was really good too. The draft beer selection was meager, but a good price at $2.95. I would love to go back and try many other things on the menu. It was definitely worth the trek to Belltown!!!
(5)Carson Y.
So if it wasn't for my last experience I would have given this place a 4-5 stars however after the last time I went I would have to give it a 2 star and its only because the food is still awesome. This is usually one of my favorite go to places for happy hours, but last time I went it was a horrible experience. When you walk in and its busy, they have no front line staff at the door that takes your name on a list or anything. They just have 1 bartender and 2 servers that is running around with their head's chopped off. So I walked in no one acknowledged me so I just stood there waiting patiently. Than after 10 mins of standing there one of the server comes over and ask how many, and I told him and he's like it will be 45 mins wait and than walks away without even taking my name or anything. So I told him don't you need my name and he's like "hold on" leaves for another 10mins and finally comes back to take my name, meanwhile another girl that just walked in waltz over to the bartender and got he name on the list before I did, even though I was standing there waiting to be added on. Therefore after waiting for 45 mins that girl that cut in front of me on the list took the last 4 table seat, and no one seemed to be moving. So my friends and I just got fed up and went somewhere else because we we're not about to wait another 45mins. Don't get me wrong, I love their food, and its great prices during happy hour. However the lack of service and disorganization with this place kinda kills it for me!!! I expect more from you!!! Maybe I will come back and give you guys another chance, but for now they're a lot of other better service and just as good food restaurants out there.
(2)Gorman E.
If not the best, one of the best Happy Hours in Seattle. List is a gem. Modern, dark decor and not spacious. Not good for large groups but great for a date or meeting a few friends. Awesome bartenders who are very friendly. Happy Hour Times are ALL DAY on Sunday and Monday. Tuesday - Thursday: 4:00 till 6:30pm and 9pm till Midnight. Friday & Saturday: 4:00 till 6:30pm. All food items on the HH menu are 50% off. Hot dam. And on the alochol, you can get $14 bottle of red or white. $3.75 for glass of wine. Plus $2.75 for any beer on tap. I already had dinner but came in to kill some time and enjoy a glass of Pinot-Noir-Underwood. My wine was delicious and it was 9pm so I said what the heck....I just ordered food for my 2nd dinner. My friends were meeting me here anyways. I had the pleasure of ordering: -Sea Bass over a bed of spinach and risotto. The sea bass was cooked perfectly like butter melting in your mouth. The spinach was nice cutting the texture and risotto had a lot of flavor bursting in my mouth. -Calamari. It was nicely battered and seasoned very well. Tasty dipping sauce. -Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream. It was the dish of the night. SO GOOD!!!! -Bacon wrapped Prawns. I always love bacon but I found it salty so my friend killed it. The food and wine was fantastic while the service was on point. Even though I wasn't hungry, the food was so good that I finish it all. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite Happy Hour Hot spots without the big price tag!!! Highly Recommended.
(5)Sean E.
Gnocchi with black truffle cream, that is all!
(5)Galaxie S.
Best gnocchi in town. Go there during Happy Hour and place two orders of these soft little pillows from heaven above. I would trade my first born for that recipe...
(5)Monica R.
I don't live in Seattle, but if the happy hour here isn't the best deal in town, I'd be shocked. $14 bottle of wine? that was actually decent as hell? Eggplant? Gnocchi? Arugula Salad? Roast chicken? Sea bass? Calamari? Cannelloni? ALL at half price? I was wary of that deal, thinking all that food for a total of $75 (!) must be pretty gross. I was wrong, it was all delicious. Even reordered that gnocchi. Boo-yah. All with the added bonus of our adorable waitress wearing a see-through shirt. This just might be the happiest place on Earth.
(5)Chelsea S.
Great happy hour, great location, great wine and small plates. Their sea bass is so good but everything I have tried here has been great! All day happy hour on Sunday and Monday. Sometimes hard to get a table and the music can be a little loud when having a conversation but a really cool place to go with friends or a date.
(5)Kaitlyn H.
This place has by far, my favorite happy hour in Seattle. Half price food, bottles of wine for $14? Yes. Yes. The ambiance is perfect and it doesn't hurt that they have a super cute and friendly bartender. And everything I've had here is delicious. Just walking in the door makes you hungry. And ladies? Heated toilet seat. Sounds unnecessary but trust me: It's awesome.
(5)Claire C.
Happy hour prices CANT be beat. Quality of quantity of food was fantastic. The restaurant is super nice and has a great vibe. $15 bottle of wine, bacon wrapped prawns, truffle oil gnocchi are the highlights. If you're in the area you're really missing out if you don't stop by!!
(5)Julie S.
My fellow yelpers were spot on with this happy hour choice. I'm so glad I trusted yelp over Seattle magazines on this little gem in Belltown. Items I tried: - Grilled Octopus Salad - Gnocchi with Truffle Sauce - Seared Tuna - Sea bass They were all good. I'm asian so I've had quite a bit of octopus - I've never had octopus taste so tasty. The gnocchi was to die for (just like all the other yelpers). If you have to choose between the tuna and bass, go with the bass. And that means a lot because I'm usually a tuna type of gal.
(5)A.J. S.
Happy Hour. Heard amazing, gushing, earth-shattering things about the place. From all over. After my visit, I'm the one gushing to friends. So it was the chilean sea bass that sold me. I don't order it, but the persuasion of the opposite sex sold me. Fine. "Fish for half price on a happy menu?" Ehhh. Not truly a fan. I've served chilean sea bass for years, and I know how easy it is to ruin chilean sea bass, during, say, a happy hour rush. Not truly excited for it to arrive. Caprese salad to start, solid. Fresh tomatoes. Good bread. Service friendly and good at watering us. Eggplant parm was a HUNK of eggplant. Seriously, all this food for half price? I'm skeptical of their food costs. Anyhoo. Enjoying my dirt cheap montepulciano, which always gets brownie points from me because its a cheap varietal I never see but almost always love. Then the chilean sea bass arrives and I don't remember what it was served on, but it was served on goodness. The whole thing was absolutely delicious. Perfectly cooked. Perfectly complimented on the plate. Gah. Compliments to the chef. Will return as fast as I possibly can. Another thanks to my fellow Yelpers.
(5)Julie K.
Meatballs. Enough said. Spicy. Saucy. Yum. I'm NEVER disappointed when I'm here. Their menu is seasonal and always delicious. And their bartenders are friendly and polite.
(5)Hassan S.
List is not the best happy hour in town. No, it's best but in a tie with Barolo, its sister restaurant. As for the third one on the list of best happy hours, well, it's so far behind these two that it's not even worth mentioning it. See, the food that you get at List is great, it's made with fresh ingredients, their seabass is sustainly caught for example, their beef is mostly organic. Oh and I almost forgot, it tastes amazing too. Oh, one last thing, during happy hour, it costs like... nothing, or close. Example ? That grilled Chilean seabass that's sustaingly caught, it's served on a bed of quinoa risotto... size wise it's not far off from a meal on its own... and it costs $7 ! Yes, I said 7 US dollars. It would cost me more to make this dish on my own at home and I'm not even joking. How about some amazing gnocchi with black truffle cream ? Oh yeah, $5.50... An organic angus beef burger with fries maybe ? How about $5 ? And in case you're not hungry, they have glasses of red/white wine for $3.75, or well, the bottle for $14... Did I forget to say that the happy hour prices are valid the entire day on Sunday and Monday ? Yes they are. That's why I frequently go have dinner there on Sunday evening, because what you get for the price is absolutely amazing. Now please, do me a favor and DO NOT GO THERE !!!! Because if you listen to me and go, you will love it, become regulars, and I won't have a place to seat and have dinner anymore.
(5)Griffin E.
One of my preferred happy hour spots in the neighborhood... In fact, I often wonder who actually comes here for dinner since they run a happy hour from 4pm - 630pm and then a late night one that starts at 9pm? The happy hour menu is 50% off the regular menu price, so everything falls between $3 and $7 per item. Some of my favorites are the gnocchi, sea bass, grilled caesar and the pear salad. Each of these dishes is flavorful and correctly portioned and well presented. It's sort of like yuppie happy hour :) - less bar fare and fried stuff and more rounded meals. Service is generally solid, there have been a few misses on occasion when the server was indifferent/rude. However, those misses were a while ago and the past few times I've been there the servers have been courteous and professional. Word to the wise - if you plan on coming here with a bigger group, don't expect to have seating available for everyone. The place is pretty small and is best suited for groups of 2-4 people. List can be crowded even midweek which is a testament to the great value offered here for happy hour.
(4)Kenn R.
Absolutely fantastic. Sunday happy hour all day is the best deal in Seattle. Food is insanely delish. Mushroom soup tdf. Gnocchi homemade and like pillows of delight. They call it tapas. Honestly the most generous portions of tapas I've ever encountered. Great ambiance. Great service. Mind blowing experience across the board. AAAA 10 stars
(5)Ami S.
I'm in love with Truffle! Since I left Seattle I can't stop thinking about the truffle gnocchi. I'm usually not a gnocchi fan but these were so friggin good! Again great happy hour. I really enjoyed all the appetizers we ordered. I also love the decor of this place, white with red chandeliers! So elegant! From the moment we arrived my sister had been raving about the truffle gnocchi and now I know why...thanks sis for having me salivate for this 1000 miles away!
(5)Yekta A.
This is a place out of LA! Seriously! The music is booming, the place is small but decorated like a place on Melrose Ave! We ordered the top sirloin and ceasar salad with grilled chicken. When the food came out they brought us 2 plates. Yes we were confused, but it turns out people don't get full-course meals here, rather they are tapas style appetizers meant to be shared with their super delicious drink menu! I don't think it's a greta place for a date because it's tooo loud but after work people were all there!
(5)Kristina F.
We stopped in for happy hour and loved everything about List. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable and our server was terrific. We tried a variety of dishes off the menu and they didn't disappoint. Loved the gnocchi in truffle oil. We intended to go out to dinner afterwards, but never made it. List was too good to leave.....
(5)Lin F.
Happy Hour so half price appetizers (small portions) so you can order everything there and get full that way! Yum seared Ahi...lentils and KALE as the bed (3*). Pear, goat cheese salad had a lemon vinaigrette (yum can share for 2) 3*. Sea bass with risotto--a little undercooked risotto, seared perfectly (can share with 2 skinny girls) 3*. Flat bread was meh (don't botherL 2*). Yellow tomato with peppercorns delicious! put it on the free french bread slices to create your perfect bite 4*. Gnocchi with truffle cream (5*). Day by day the happy hour bottle service changes, so if you don't like the "happy" hour deal, you'll just have to bite the bullet and order the bottle you WANT. Prosecco (4*) for me.... carafe of cranberry to sweeten it further, although I did drink 3 flutes without the juice, since it was a sweeter Italienne sparking.The Riesling was "dry" and no Muscatto offering. . ONLY 1 dessert offered: chocolate tiny 3 bite "cake", ice cream. It was tasty. 4* Service stupendous 4*. Lights from rose/ red chandeliers...so the pink hue made you look prettier & younger in the mirror 4*. SMALL venue but food and prices for HH were decent. I had funny entertaining girl friends with me, so I laughed my cheeks off the whole meal. Company makes all the difference.
(4)Mitch N.
This is a bar, with a surprisingly upscale menu! gnocchi, lamb, steamed mussels, truffle infused soups or sauces, fries that come out very hot fresh and perfectly salted. Let's start with their happy hour that is very good for their food menu. It's very under-priced. But it's the menu choices that surprise you at that price. The chef in the back is ambitious! All the food has come out hot and fresh the few times we've been there. Never having to wait a long time, nor having something that perhaps sat under a heat lamp for too long. Now, I will say the gnocchi did come out mushy, and did need a bit of salt. (Which by the way they bring out sea salt and pepper grinders for your table if you ask.) But I can let it go that it needed salt and was a bit mushy. Perhaps overcooked or not enough flour, the sauce made up for it. The burger and fries for $6 during happy hour is a steal! The arugula salad is clean and crisp. I guess I should mention the drinks huh? Well they have some. It was priced alright. But I enjoyed the food more than the drinks. The place is a bit loud, with no sound treatments, music just a tick too loud, and if sitting outside you will have to deal with nearby street smokers.
(4)Silvia C.
Arrived at 5 after a play at Seattle Center. I never have high hopes for our post-matinee happy hours, but List blew us away. We essentially ended up having dinner because the hh food was so delicious. Arugula salad was done perfectly, Italian-style with lemon and shaved parmagiano with a bonus ball of fresh mozzarella. Sea bass cooked perfectly. Friends loved the pan-fried chicken, grilled caesar, and goat cheese salad. The eggplant parmagiana was a step above the usual fried mess. The only downside was a tomato salad that seemed a bit small and apparently the tomatoes weren't ripe. Also, the first gin martini (ordered dry with house gin) was sent back (maybe too much vermouth?), but the next one was great wtih Beefeater and possibly no Vermouth, so my friend left satisfied. The hh red wine (Italian blend) was fantastic. Didn't taste the hh white (Chardonnay blend). This place is definitely a keeper. It's small and atmospheric, we wouldn't have found it except it was recommended by a friend who lives in Belltown.
(5)Gregoire V.
Went here alone and got a table right away, service was really nice and I didn't have to wait long to get my food! Tasty!
(4)Sara J.
Found this place through Yelp, being in the mood for tapas and in the area, and I am so glad I did! I can't believe I hadn't found this earlier because WOW is this a gem! I'm guessing that this restaurant has probably the best happy hour in the Seattle area. How could it not? The food is phenomenal, they have a wonderful drink list, and happy hour prices are HALF OFF the already decent prices. I haven't eaten so well for so little in a very long time. The menu is fairly short and to-the-point, and our group of 4 ordered probably half the items on the menu. Everything we had was amazing. The gnocchi with truffle cream was, in my opinion, the highlight of the meal and spiced with just enough pepper to keep the dish from being too rich or creamy. It was just perfect. Other highlighted: the wild mushroom soup (not on the happy hour menu but so worth getting!) was light and woodsy, the arugula salad was refreshing, and the tomato salad was bright and lovely. Really, everything we had was phenomenal. Only downside to the place is that it's very small, so if you get there at a busy time, be prepared to wait. But on the plus side, the fact that it's small makes it seem more cozy and like your food is not being completely mass produced. I can't wait to go back!!
(5)Chloe V.
This is my favorite happy hour in the whole city. I've been four times now - once for dinner as the start to a bachelorette night, again for a friends' birthday, then for my birthday, and finally date night to show the boyfriend what it's all about. Tiny little place with a cool ambiance that is most sexy after dark. It's a small menu, but everything is good. The gnocchi and the flatbread are AMAZING. After I had talked them up so much, I was a little nervous to see if they'd live up to my boyfriend's expectations, but the look on his face showed me he is now a huge fan as well. :) I've also enjoyed the bacon wrapped prawns though you can't beat Daniel's Broiler in this category I'm afraid. Sea bass was also yummy, as are the salads & broccoli, though not quite as memorable. Seriously, don't leave without eating the gnocchi or flatbread!! The service can be a little slow at times (it's always busy, be prepared to wait a bit), but most recently have been watched over very well. When we had to wait 10 minutes for a spot at the bar, they served us wine while we stood. I've enjoyed their cocktails, but don't believe there are specials on these, so if it's happy hour I go with the wine. I LOVE LIST!
(5)Eco Car C.
These brothers dominate the restaurant business. So grateful they brought the Modern World Dining Experience to Seattle.
(5)Ellie K.
List is fantastic, opened late, with great friendly service. We arrived in Seattle from LAX, hungry and ready to eat. It was midnight. We found List on Yelp (closes at 2 am!!) and quickly made the 1 mile trek over. It was totally worth it! Our server was super friendly, and the food was even better. We ordered the truffle gnocchi and it was fantastic--order it, you won't regret it. We also ordered the octopus salad (loved the tangy dressing), chilean sea bass, and tuna. Each dish was tastier than the next!
(5)Jessyca R.
Be still my beating heart... I love this place! I've been going here for about 5 years for happy hour and it's the place I always tell visitors to go. What I love here: the octopus salad, seared ahi, gnocchi (soo good), the green salad with goat cheese, and the randomly selected hh wines. What is okay: the hamburger, the meatballs, and the desserts (but my friends tend to like them). Can't wait to go back when I'm visiting Seattle next! p.s. the red lights, mirrors and overall look is just what the interior design doctor ordered p.p.s. shhhh... They have a heated toilet seat in the ladies restroom and it's great
(5)Farz D.
Easiest first date spot in Seattle. Here's what you do. "Heeyy girl heeyy, want to go on a date? yes, okay list 6ish pm? k" Then you share a few decent'ish plates of food, people watch, sip on some $12 a bottle merlot and try to hear each other over the super loud background noise and music. The noise level is actually good! You have to be practically face to face to hear each other and all leaned over the table like. Also, if the date is going poorly you can just say it's too loud, get the ~$30 check and run.
(3)Allaiyah W.
The Good: ------------------- Prices: Dirt cheap, half price on Sundays. Food: Fanfreakingtastic, outweighs all negatives in the end. Children: Not even allowed in. Bathroom: Clean, amusingly resembles an elevator. Groups: Fine; just order all of the appetizers & let everyone get a few bites of each. The bad: -------------- Noise pollution: Through the roof, hope you like techno-jazz. Space: Cramped, 50% bar. Drinks: Doesn't serve coffee or iced tea. Appetizer portions: Minuscule. Deserts: Only 1 option. Recommendations: ------------------------------ *Cannelloni: People able to tolerate spicy food claim this has a flavor beyond "pain." *Bacon wrapped prawns: Salty, but taste far better than you'd think. *Sea bass, comes with some really tasty side dish of hominy & spinach in a tomato-infused sauce that tastes somewhat like minestrone. *Pheasant: Seriously, how many places even serve this? *Gnocchi in truffle sauce: So good you'll order 3 plates & lick the plate clean. Comes with a slice of actual black truffle; crunchy with a nutty flavor. I'd love to get my hands on that sauce recipe.
(4)Bob C.
Italian inspired Tapas. Happy hour all day on Sundays & Mondays (half off on appetizers!!!). It was packed when we got there. Service was friendly and helpful. We sat at the bar. They were out of the octopus salad and the mussels =( The food? Everything we tasted (and we sampled a lot) was tasty. Nothing was mindblowing, but everything was very very good. - Flatbread, feta cheese, cranberries, pinenuts (hard at the ends, chewing, strong flavors - I'm looking at you feta!, with nice brightening by the cranberries) - Baked broccoli - this was probably the least impressive of the items, more cooked than I typically like it, but I felt we just needed some greens and this did it's job - Spicy meatballs (not super spicy, but tender and flavorful) - Gnocchi with black truffle cream - tasty - Sea salt and pepper calamari - good - Grilled chilean sea bass (thinking back, this was probably my favorite of the night, cooked to perfection) - Bacon-wrapped wild florida prawns - large & meaty - Organic chicken breast - cooked nicely, but eh, it's chicken breast - give me dark meat any time - Grilled pheasant - PHEASANT!!! Yum. - Also had the dessert, but don't remember the name, but it was a tiny little warm chocolate cake with ice cream, good. Loud music. Dimly lit. Tasty stuff. Definitely a must, especially on a Sunday or Monday.
(5)Fran B.
Went here with my fiancee on our trip to Seattle, and List looked very interesting (and highly Yelp rated). We got the late night happy hour and ordered the following... Free Macrina bread appetizer - so fresh and delicious Grilled Caesar Salad - this was very yummy! Gnocchi with black truffle cream - the sauce was great, wish the gnocchi wasn't so doughy (but then it wouldn't be gnocchi I guess) Local mussels - the sauce was spicy, but not uncomfortably so Spicy meatballs - it wasn't that spicy (probably for the best, we were still coping with the spiciness of the mussels sauce), but it was still very good Bacon wrapped prawns - a little too salty for my fiancee, but I liked it The ambiance was a little too dark, but that's fine. The food was good and would definitely recommend to friends that are planning to visit the Seattle area!
(4)Ninette C.
I've decided this is my favorite happy hour in Belltown and one of my favorites overall. Since my last review, I've tried the baked broccoli and grilled octopus salad and had some wine here. I also get the truffle gnocchi of course! Everything here is so delicious. I loved that grilled octopus salad. This place is small but I love the vibe. I love sitting at the bar after work with a friend!
(5)Lily S.
List has a most excellent happy hour. Or hours, rather. And by hours I mean Sunday and Monday. ALL DAY. ALL DAY, PEOPLE! That is crazy talk. But really good crazy talk for people like me. Check it: - Heirloom tomato salad - Grilled romaine caesar salad - Eggplant parmesan - Gnocchi in truffle cream sauce - Tasty cocktail - Tasty beer - Dimmy dim dim lights, accented in red (ooooh..so...plushy) - Happy server - Quick bartender - Fairly decent wine list I don't know, naysayers - methinks List is a pretty good joint to get some cheap, yet tasty eats on a Sunday or Monday. Join us, yes?
(5)Jenny L.
The happy hour here is amazing! Come here early or be prepared to sit at the bar or stand around and watch everyone else eat. The place is small and dark (romantic). Everything on the food list is half off and bottles of wine are $14. Winner! My favorite thing to order is the grilled sea bass or the gnocchi in black truffle cream sauce. Don't over order as all the meals here are full dinner portions...unless you're like me and your eyes are bigger than your stomach!
(4)Kelly C.
Walking around Belltown on our own little vacation pub crawl and List was the first stop for drinks. We just missed happy hour-- sounds like there are great deals to be had! List has a swanky vibe and it's small but feels big with a few mirrored walls. The lighted bar is cool and I loved the lighting in the whole restaurant providing great ambiance. The X-rated Tini (Passion Fruit, mango, blood-orange vodka) is like a SweeTart = Yum! I chose a red wine blend that was smooth. They had a big selection of wines. We definitely got a great buzz going at List. Shout out to our Bartender Rob! He chatted with us and talked all about San Diego (where we're from) and what our plans were in Seattle. He gave us some solid recommendations (Bathtub, Purple Cafe and Peso's) and even walked us over to Bathtub! I would definitely come back to share some drinks with Rob. :-)
(4)Taylor C.
tl;dr - Tremendous value - Quality food options - Good drink deals - Intimate atmosphere I'm a big fan of happy hours. Generally I gravitate towards the cheap beer, pub fare and large TV combo, but every once in a while I feel compelled to seek out an "adult" happy hour. List has been on my...well, list for quite some time now. I think it was simply a matter of being in the neighborhood at the right time that brought me in. I can guarantee my second visit will happen much more quickly. Try and arrive fairly early and keep your party to four or under. I got there a bit after 5, and the bar was full and the dining room was at about 40% capacity (it's not a huge restaurant, maybe seating for 30 or 40 at the tables?). Twenty minutes later, the place was packed, and there was probably a line by 5:45 or 6:00. The place gets a little loud, but it still has a cozy and intimate atmosphere. You probably will have plenty of space at your table to feel comfortable out on the floor. On to the happy hour! The drink deals are fantastic. bottles of wine are $14, but you can also get a glass for under $4 or a draft beer for under $3. I can't remember specifically if there were any cocktail deals. The food list is half off, which is a great deal, and the featured food options that are full price are still very reasonable. We picked out 4 items from the food list: the ahi tuna, the gnocchi, the mussels and the calamari. The waitress suggested about 3-5 items for two people, and that turned out to be a perfect amount of food. Everything we ended up ordering was delicious. I can especially recommend the gnocchi with the black truffle sauce (very flavorful), with the ahi being a close second (very tender)... a full bottle of wine later with the 4 appetizers and the total bill came to.... 48 dollars. Not bad! Throw in a great atmosphere and excellent service and you have a terrific option for happy hour
(5)Nicole S.
Best happy accident EVER. We were visiting Seattle and Belltown wasn't too far from our hotel, and we were originally planning on going to a place just a couple doors down the street but when we got there (without a reservation), it was packed, so we decided to find a highly rated place within walking distance and try our luck. We found List and thought it sounded good from what we saw on Yelp. We went in on a whim and though it was pretty busy, we were seated almost immediately. We got around 5 plates (my dad and I were eating together and we split all the dishes) and every single plate we ordered was hot, fresh, and DELICIOUS (we got truffle gnocchi, meatballs, chicken w mushrooms (surprisingly good for being such a seemingly simple dish), baked broccoli, and seared tuna). We had quick service and a very nice, hip waitress. I wish there was a List closer to home because I would go all the time.
(5)Lori M.
I live a couple a blocks away, and I am forced to walk by List on a regular basis. I am ashamed of the jealousy I feel for the people enjoying their List food! Food is delicious, across the menu, and the service is FAB. Always. Another five star rating will just make it that much tougher to score a table. Ugh. Enjoy.
(5)Justin M.
In coming here last night... After it being a good while since I popp'd by... I was reminded that I am still yet to review this place! How did it fall by the wayside? Did I review it once and forgot? Or maybe I'm just making excuses. List is this tiny little spot in Belltown. It's easy to miss but pop on by and you won't be let down. As many other yelpers state, this is one dope happy hour spot. One of the more affordable happy hours in the city and rivals my favorite happy hour (Bastille) for my monies and affections. First thing you'll notice is that it's pretty damn small. Like really small. If you don't like "cozy" then you may not like List. It has a 2.5-3 star level ambiance. With the crowd there being generally pretty loud and the tables so close together, it's safe to say you should not pick this restaurant if you are planning to tell your girlfriend a secret like "guess what I cheated on you with your mother" or "I'm not in love with you anymore" would be best saved for someplace roomier... Preferably when she doesn't have a drink or knife or both in hand... But I digress. Basically! Nothing personal shared here people. Where it makes up for the lacking ambiance is the food. Oh the food! A few key dishes like the black truffle gnocchi and the sea bass are bloody divine. The Happy Hour features half off dishes and great deals on wine. All in all... Great spot for hanging with the buddies after work or just getting a quick bite if you are in the city. 4 did-that-guy-just-make-that-girl-cry? stars out of 5
(4)Jayme T.
This is easily my favorite happy hour in Seattle. On Monday, many of their dishes are 50% and the bottles are $14. The dishes are small but delicious. I've had almost everything on their menu and I haven't been disapointed by any of it. I would be preapred to wait on Monday since it is a small, intimate space.
(5)Kevin C.
THIS, is my new favorite happy hour spot. Better than daniels, chandlers, john howie, ruth chris, umi, ohana, etc. Let me start by talking about the prices. HALF OFF the extensive list of appetizers, and when i say extensive, you are approaching 20-30 items! and they range from anywhere from 3 bucks to 8 bucks during happy hour. This is DEAL AND A HALF. Beer on tap is 3 bucks, good beer too. I can recommend 2 things that I've tried. And that is the: Gnocchi in Black Truffle cream sauce: absolutely delicious. truffle flavor is subtle, but not overpowering, and definitely adds to the texture of the sauce, it is very creamy and very very delicious. The gnocchi is soft, not too chewy, and not too mushy. Absolutely favorite. I'll eat all the sauce up with bread. and Bacon Wrapped Prawns: These are char grilled, tons of flavor off the grill, juicy, succulent prawns, and just absolute amazing flavor from them. Very fresh, and very delicious. Service is great as well, the bartender that served us was really friendly, had a couple stories to tell, and was very tentative to our dining experience. A+ experience.
(5)A A.
This was one of the best meals we had in Seattle while there. I'm skeptical of a place that has happy hour, feels cheap. I will never think that again. EVERY dish we got was fantastic. EVERY one. We got 2 orders of the gnocchi, it was fantastic. The fish was perfectly cooked (oh my god, why is that so hard to do?!). Simply fantastic... I think our bill was like $75. I actually felt bad paying that. I would have easily paid full price and left happy. YUM!
(5)Johnny W.
I'm doing this out of order, but I REALLY wanted to write this review. And why? Because List is now my absolute favorite happy hour in Seattle. I actually came for their late night happy hour earlier this week (where I was later joined by minion Kira I), a mere 10 minutes before their last food call at midnight. But come on now, half off their entire food menu? That's a hard deal to beat when most of their fairly large menu consists of actual substantial, non-fried foods. So I ended up ordering the gnocchi with black truffle cream, as well as the grilled Chilean sea bass. While the gnocchi pasta itself was not the best I've had, it was good, and the flavors of the overall dish were just damned damned good. As in, giddy goofy smile good. As for the bass? Cooked just right, fresh, flaky, moist, and full of goodness. The decor and ambiance is nice, but the space is a lot smaller than I expected, and the bartender was telling us that it gets crazy packed during the early happy hour. So if you're hanging out around Belltown late at night, it's a great place to go, but might be something to avoid earlier in the day. On a somewhat related note, I abhor their website because of the blindingly bright salmon pink.
(4)Adam W.
Foursquare told me last night that I have been to List 204 times. I almost always remember to check in. I absolutely love list. (Clearly). The ahi, octopus salad, and green salad are some of my go-to's and the meatballs are among the best I've ever had. But the best thing about List aside from its amazing proximity to my office is the team that works there. Rob and Ryan are just about the nicest bartenders you'll find anywhere and are happy mixing up a fancy First Ave (one of their signatures) or slinging me a shot and a beer. And the servers are awesome too - they're fast and friendly, especially Sarah. She's the smartest, funniest, best server in Belltown and List wouldn't be the same without her. It's an extremely high level of service, with a friendly vibe that never feels pretentious and is always welcoming. One note that you might not expect: Expect to wait at least a few minutes, up to about 30 min for a table during the all-day happy hour on Sunday or Monday during primetime, especially in the summer or if you have a large group - the all-day happy hour definitely draws a crowd and those can be some of the busiest nights - although sometimes a twosome can sneak in and eat at the bar. Tell them I sent you. They'll actually probably know who I am - depending on when you read this review. :)
(5)Kaushik C.
Visited this place during happy hour, and was pretty impressed by some of the dishes. The Gnocchi with black truffle cream was excellent, and so was the Wild mushroom puree soup. would probably give 3-stars for the service though. We also tried the mussels, which was quite nice, but the seared ahi tuna was below expectations. The place is a bit on the smaller side and is usually very crowded during weekends. Would definitely visit again.
(4)Bamf A.
Okay so I would do 3.5 if I could but I can't so, I need to be honest here. It was good. And for the price it was really good, but I would rather pay an extra three bucks a plate for a little better quality. Let me tell you about the great, first. They offer a grilled caesar salad. I ordered it because I was a bit confused about the concept. "Are they grilling romaine?" I asked myself with wonder in my eyes.. Yes. They are grilling romaine. And it is ridiculous. I have no idea why anybody serves anything BUT grilled romaine now. It was two quarter heads of romaine with shaved parmesan, tiny croutons (most likely not house made, but still decent), drizzled with this super flavorful caesar and a lemon wedge on the side. Which I squeezed all over the wedges & then basked in the flavor explosion that was this salad. Really though. It's great. The charred outer greens give it an almost spinach-y vibe and the insides are still crisp and fresh. It was honestly amazing, I was taken aback by exactly how good this salad was. It was also happy hour when I went, so this salad was half off, as were all the other appetizers on the menu. I was tempted to attempt filling up on these, but felt something pulling my heart toward testing out one of the entrees on the very small menu. Small menus always give me faith that there is a huge possibility everything will be perfected & that every cook employed is very comfortable with the process of all of the items on the menu. This wasn't really the case. And I don't mean to be harsh because the prices were awesome. If you're looking for a cheaper eat, this could very well be the place to go. An 8 oz. tenderloin for $14 is pretty good. There was also a 5 oz. top sirloin for $11 also. So I mean, maybe I am being harsh, but I didn't go there for Red Robin prices, I went for quality food. And I did get it, but not like I wanted. I got the pheasant, and it was pretty good. The bird tasted kind of teriyaki-esque which was a little odd. It was a little chewy & sort of tough, I understand that pheasants are a small bird & are hard to cook and keep tender, but if you can't accomplish this feat, don't serve pheasant. It was served with sauteed kale, which in their defense was cooked perfectly. And Kale is a pretty tough green to cook, if you undercook it it's kind of tough, and if you overcook it it's really tough. But it was perfect. Except for the fact that they used way too much pepper. They did the same seasoning error on the gnocchi they served with it. It was cooked well and the other spices they used had an air of being the perfect flavors for the dish but they loaded it up with pepper. There should have been nothing spicy about the dish and I was taking some deep breaths and drinking a little more water than wine. Definitely a result of the over peppering. I ate it all, and at the end of the meal, I was not stuffed. Not in a "oh perfect amount of food" way, but in a "I wish there had been a little more food" way. My boyfriend got the tenderloin. The good: It was cooked to a perfect medium rare, and had the right amount of char on the outside. It was very tender, which is easy to screw up when cooking tenderloin. The bad: It was served with french fries. Major menu error. Why fries? They dumb the dish down and make it seem like not so big of a deal. Why would you want to do that in a restaurant when it doesn't cost much more at all to serve mashed potatoes or fingerlings or literally any other starch than fries. The soda fountain of the back of the house. Then there was the steak sauce & marinade. The marinade tasted almost exactly like a turkey gravy, which I have no real problem with. I love turkey gravy. But with my tenderloin? Probably not. That wasn't my real issue with it though. The problem was the marinade. Honestly, it tasted like they definitely incorporated A1. Which isn't the biggest food crime. I mean, people love A1. But I love steak, and A1 is not much better than throwing some ketchup on the plate. I don't even care if they actually used A1 but some Chef somewhere should have taken a taste and realized, "wow, this tastes exactly like A1." On top of that, there was this really good, perfect tangy, really creamy goat cheese which they crumbled on top of the fries. I was pretty disheartened after tasting his tenderloin, but when I realized this was a very decent goat cheese, decided it could be a good addition to the dish. Bingo. It added that extra something to the tenderloin, I mean really improved the overall taste. But that leads me to question.. WHYYY would you sprinkle it on the fries? If it compliments the meat that much, put it directly on that. I don't know, it wasn't a bad meal, we left pretty happy. But I don't think it deserves more than three stars in the end. Although the wine we did get was literally juice for grown ups. So good. It was the Stag's Leap sauvignon blanc. It was around $50 though, a little overpriced.
(3)Henry S.
Would go for the happy hour every day. A very diverse list of delectable foods in a small, cozy space in Belltown.
(4)Gina N.
This spot is great bc they serve dinner until midnight! yay for those ppl (like myself) that flew into seattle late and needed a late dinner/drink spot to get the weekend started. The drinks were strong, which is always good. For food, we ordered: Grilled bacon wrap prawns - My gal pals loved it. Calamari - unimpressed. slightly on the soggy side. Mussels - smoky flavor that added a great touch. it was very tasty! Flat bread w/ feta cheese - high light of the evening for me. absolutely FANTASTIC. MUST-TRY here. I loved the very intimate chic feel to the spot. The pink-lit countertops was an awesome touch to the bar! Very cool retro wall paper on the back wall, and very sexy dim-lit chandeliers. Great date spot, IMO.
(4)David X.
The Happy Hour values here are just incredible. $5 for a plate of chicken and spinach? $5 for a plate of broccoli? Not to mention the food all tastes great. My server at the bar was very friendly and conversational. Overall, just a great dining experience and a great value. Highly recommended. [One possible downside: it can get pretty crowded in here and seating is still a bit of an issue until their new patio opens up.]
(5)Gosia R.
I wish we lived in Seattle as this would be my place to go! We went for happy hour, had calamari, bacon shrimps, flat bread and chicken! Absolutely fantastic, ok, the flat bread wasn't really flat and was not my favorite but everything else including service fantastic!
(5)Samantha G.
List has a great happy hour menu! Prices are half off dishes (excluding specials) and $14 for a bottle of wine. A BOTTLE!!! Anyways, a "quick" overview of the dishes I have tried: The grilled Chilean sea bass was delicious but I have to say, the gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce was easily my favorite dish here so far. Seriously, one cannot go wrong with truffle cream! If you don't like octopus, split a grilled octopus salad with a friend. I used to hate octopus but this is one of the few dishes I will gladly eat that contains it. Speaking of salads, any of the salads at List (grilled or not) are always consistently good. So far, the only dish I'm not too crazy about is their baked broccoli. Some parts were burnt and I feel like there are way better dishes to try here at List. I personally think List has one of the best happy hour menus in Seattle.
(5)Faith D.
Perfect stop after a long work day! The service was top notch, the food was so savory, and the ambiance was intimate. I was really impressed at the service. The moment I strolled in off the street with my backpack hanging off my shoulder, I was treated VIP. So friendly and attentive! The happy hour menu is generous! I ordered the lettuce, goat cheese, and pear salad with gnocchi & truffle sauce and the broccoli (they make it sound appealing and it was). Delicious! I intentionally ate each bite slowly. Over a bottle of wine, my husband and I took our time visiting about the day and never once felt rushed. Lovely evening!
(5)James M.
Fantastic food and great service. Be sure to catch their late night happy hour. Good deals on food and wine. The bartender was A+ and the food was just as good. Will be back for sure. P.S. Lot's of vegetarian options and just as many meat goodies for the omnivores.
(5)Elvin G.
Delicious food, professional & courteous staff with a nice chill vibe - modern & smart feel. Definitely a sanctuary for those looking for a strong drink, great tapas, & an eclectic clientele.
(4)Wendy Y.
Over the Labour Day long weekend I hit up this place twice. Hey, the happy hour food was good and cheap. What's there not to love? Some of the must try's would definitely be the grilled octopus salad, gnocchi with truffle cream sauce, and bacon wrapped prawns. Other items on the happy hour menu like tomato salad, caesar salad, spicy meatballs, cannelloni, fried calamari, and flatbread were all good but I still like my top three. The octopus salad may be my favourite out of them all. The octopus was lightly charred but the meat was not chewy like a piece of rubber. The salad was lemony and tangy. Let's just say it was so good to the point we all concurred to order another one. The gnocchi was a tad on the soft side but it was not bad. The truffle cream sauce was aaamazing! The seasoning was bang on, which made the dish light even though it's cream based. The bacon wrapped prawns were delicious. Presentation looked great. You will find four neatly wrapped prawns in bacon on a bed of kale and white beans. Yum. The service was fairly attentive even though there were only 2 servers. This place seems to be quite popular for drinks. It can be quite loud in there at night so you may want to consider patio seats for food, which is very limited. The atmosphere was great. It's dim so regardless if you were dressed up or dress down, you are still welcome here.
(5)Sandeep P.
I can't believe I haven't written a review for List. I've been here at least once a month since I moved to Belltown and still haven't gotten over it! First off, before I even describe any of the food, their happy hour is the best I've ever experienced. Half off nearly everything, super reasonable wine specials, and just a good time waiting to be had for not very much moola. Ok, on to the food. I've tried just about everything on the menu here, and while it's all quite good, I only want to discuss the rockstar items: -Grilled caesar salad. This is one of their most unique takes on American cuisine. Take a head of romaine, lightly grill it to a slight char and warmth throughout with a light dressing. Slice it up and serve- it'll be gone before you know it. -Gnocchi of all kinds- the black truffle and rose are both fantastic. The rose is my slight preference, with an underlying spice and creaminess that I rarely get from red sauces. The truffle, meanwhile, is deeply garlicky with a rich cream. Both are worth trying -Sea bass- The sea bass is great, and I really love the lentil? based it's placed upon. Again, a dynamic creamy sauce -Calamari- I normally despise calamari but I couldn't help myself from digging in to the great portion we were served. Crunchy, well seasoned and no fishiness whatsoever. As far as atmosphere goes, this place is a perfect date spot, with tons of 2-tops and a dark, trendy vibe. It's loud-ish, but not so loud you can't hear your party's conversation. I wouldn't come here with a large group, as getting even a 4-top can take a little while, and anything more than that can be prohibitive. No matter the wait, I highly recommend List, whether it may be a sunny July Monday or a cold, dreary February, They have just the right thing for all seasons.
(5)Janice F.
Daily happy hours ftw! Half off food menu, nice selection. Got 4 dishes for $30 which lasted two of us for an early dinner. Small bar-like space, a bit dark - has a trendy feel to it. I ordered the gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce - delicious. I could have licked the plate. Also had the sea bass, grilled simply, served on bed of kale. The bacon wrapped prawns are a good choice, hard to go wrong when you wrap anything in bacon - it was also served with kale. I like the eggplant parmigiana, lots of mozzarella and a large half-sized portion of eggplant. Amazing happy hour value - wish we had these deals in Vancouver!
(4)Sarah S.
Happy hour has convenient hours. (Bottle of red or white for $15.) Food is half price, but also small portions. I generally order 2 plates. The biggest downside is how dark they keep the place. I get they are trying to set the mood, but how dark they have it is a big overkill. My fav dishes are the octopus citrus salad and gnocchi.
(3)Pani F.
I don't like to write bad reviews but this place was not something that I expected. Noisy and crowded on happy hour with limited menu. House wine was so and so. low quality wine with no taste. Service was ok but food 0/5! Overprice and very small portions. Almost The worst happy hour menu , We had Eggplant with parmesan and flatbread with feta and cranberry. The bread was extremely tough to eat and was not fresh at all. Eggplant with parmesan was not good either , only half eggplant with some cheese and sauce. very simple nothing special. not worth the money.
(2)Madeleine H.
Happy hour is quite the deal at this little place! I sampled some very tasty black truffle gnocchi, roasted broccoli, and an interesting take on an eggplant parmesan. And seriously, it's some darn good food! It's at a good value at the regular price; during happy hour, it's a steal. The service is efficient and the intimate atmosphere is quite lovely. So why a three-star review? The menu has a disclaimer that the food is brought out as it's ready, rather than all at one time. I can respect that different foods have different cooking times; however, the dish I ordered (the eggplant parmesan) arrived well after my friends' dishes (gnocchi, burger, broccoli) had already been thoroughly enjoyed and the plates cleared. That's just irresponsible timing. Luckily, the three of us were casually sharing dishes, so it didn't matter as much. I'd still hate to go there for a more formal dining experience or, heaven forbid, a date. Almost every other restaurant can figure out how to fire orders so all of the dishes are prepared and ready to serve simultaneously. Hiding behind some disclaimer is a lousy excuse for not figuring that out.
(3)Crystal S.
This was the best restaurant we visited on our recent trip to Seattle. We had expected Seattle to have great food, but kept striking out at every meal... During our last night in Seattle we finally had an exceptional meal here. Arrived at around 9:30 on a Sunday night, the place was packed but we were seated quickly. There was only one waitress who was nice but had no sense of urgency, also she spoke so softly we couldn't understand her words. We were worried and getting anxious since it took quite awhile to get drinks and food ordered. The mixed drink wasn't anything special and not worth it's price, but the draft beer was cold and carbonated, so I would recommend the beer. For food we ordered: Steak and Fries Octopus Salad Gnocchi with black truffle cream Grilled Chilean Seabass We were blown away! -The steak was tender and flavorful with some sortof wine reduction sauce, plus the fries were served with creamy goat cheese. At first, we were both put off by the sight of it... having never experienced that combination, but fell in love at first bite. -The Octopus salad was served with a citrus sauce and had char-marks, tender and flavorful. -The Chilean Seabass was amazing, perfectly cooked with some sortof spicy risotto that complemented it so well. -The Gnocchi were our least favorite, but we found them to be more and more delicious as we let the sauce set and cool. Plus drinks and all this food, we spent $45 (not including tip)... everything except for the steak was half price. Can you believe that value? 1/2 star off because of the frustratingly slow service... but the food quality more than offsets the lousy service.
(5)Linda L.
Food: Loved the Truffle Crème Gnocchi. Best I ever tasted. Calamari is ok, but Sea Bass is a must try, served with Kale, very tasty. Burger isn't anything special, but is cheap during happy hour. Get the Gnocchi. Drinks: Happy hour wine is a good deal, $14 for a whole bottle. Atmosphere: Very small space, small tables and chairs, dark, and loud. Mostly 2 people tables. Service: Very friendly, quick and easy going.
(5)Dawn E.
OMG Best happy hour menu you can ask for. I got the Chilean sea bass..it was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, on a pile of yum. I wanted to try everything..but it was just me....sooooooo, i had to get the truffle gnocchi. Do it. Love it. Have that amazing culinary experience. I need to go back when I'm in town!!!!!!
(5)Gina D.
My friend and I had been sightseeing all day and since this place had great reviews, we decided to stop in for dinner. There was about a 10 min wait which was perfectly fine considering we didn't have reservations. What really was the problem was that once we were sat by the busser, we had absolutely no acknowledgement by our server! It's sad when the busser refills your water THREE times before every even having a server take our drink order, let alone say hello..or possibly just pop in and say she's busy and will be right with us! We finally were able to grab her (literally) as she was dodging in and out of the tables near us..clearly avoiding our table. She proceeded to tell us that they were out of about 8 menu options, and when my friend asked about if there was anything vegan, she simply said the salad minus cheese. We had to ask for her to speak to the chef to see if there were any other options because this was our first question when we walked into the restaurant, even before having our name taken, and we were assured the chef could make something especially for her, if needed. Ten minutes after she left to talk to the chef, she never reappeared. At this point, I was done with this place. I don't live there but you can be reassured that I will never come back to this establishment if I return to Seattle. I would encourage all others to stay away too, if you would like to be served within 90 min of arriving. Extremely rude server!!!
(1)DeAnne E.
Imagine two females (valley girls) chatting it up. They are not talking quietly. They are screaming....for 30 minutes. Then they left. Hallelujah! The building structure has horrible acoustics. My server must have been on the rag or just didn't want to be there. She took my friends' orders and she tried to leave without taking my order. Rude. I literally had to cup my hands together and shout my order to my server because it was so loud. I couldn't have a decent conversation with friends. We were shouting at first then we were silent the rest of the time because it was too exhausting. I wasn't impressed with the food. I ordered the Grilled Caesar salad. How would you like granules of pepper in one specific area of the salad? It was a mouthful of nastiness. I also ordered the Cannelloni. They don't tell you that it's spicy! I was unimpressed with List. I prefer quality food and service like Il Fornaio, Assaggio, and Il Bistro.
(1)Pradeep R.
Their tapas are so great. Gnocchi was the best. We were a group of 4 and ordered 12 different (and some same tapas). Everything turned out so great. Expect wait times upto 45 minutes, especially during dinner time.
(5)Cerena G.
I really do love this place! cool, romantic atmosphere. Candlelit with these amazing red chandeliers. We had great service and delicious happy hour food. No complaints here, a great birthday! I definitely recommend checking this place out!
(5)Aaron G.
Had the truffle gnocchi, spicy meatballs and the arugula salad. In general all the dishes were over seasoned. The gnocchi was overwhelmed by the truffle oil. I seriously considered sending the meatballs back. They were dry and overcooked. The spice on the meatballs was not subtle at all - - essentially just a marina sauce that had way too much crushed red pepper flakes. The arugula salad had a lemon/olive oil dressing with... too much lemon juice and too much salt. At non happy hour prices I couldn't recommend this place. At happy hour it's a deal.
(2)Kelly M.
Yelp, you let me down and nearly ruined my evening. How could you give this place 4.5 stars?! I went for happy hour with my boyfriend. The food was not good and the house wine was just okay. Bacon-wrapped shrimp: Dry and lacking in acid. A squeeze of lime would have helped it a lot! The bacon was completely dried out and crumbling, which made it difficult to eat. Octopus salad: Nearly inedible. The octopus was very, very chewy/undercooked. I didn't eat it. Gnoochi: It is hard to mess up gnoochi, but I could have made it just as well at home with supermarket brand pasta and sauce. We were going to eat dinner here, but ended up leaving and going somewhere else. I do not recommend List at all. This place would be 1 star if everything hadn't been half-priced.
(2)Sajani S.
I cant believe I haven't written a review for list. THIS IS MY FAVORITE SPOT in Seattle! Belive me, we as foodies have eaten over 350 establishments in seattle and List still tops the list for food, and value! The gnocchi and pheasant are our favorites, but seriously, GO HERE else you are missing out !!
(5)L. L.
Go!!! Great food-great beer (Manny's) and cool atmosphere. Rob-our bartender-was awesome! We went there at 9.30pm and they had happy hour and had a great deal!
(5)Hannah L.
Reputation precedes; delight ensues. When the lovely Jen B insisted that I couldn't spend my birthday evening alone and suggested we indulge at List, it reminded me that I'd been wanting to try this beautiful redly dim, sleek and sexy spot for a long time. What better excuse? And what a perfect birthday dinner it was, exceeding all (high) expectations. I arrived during the crowded happy hour, which is busy for a reason: $14 bottles of good wine and half-off a substantial selection of small plates provides a good draw. Staking out two seats at the bar (with purse hooks - a small but essential feature), I had immediate and friendly service from the bartender; no waiting around for a glass of birthday wine for this girl! For dinner, we sampled the black truffle gnocchi, the cannelloni, and the broccoli (needed our veggies amidst all those pastas!). Everything was exquisite: the gnocchi perfectly addictive as is black truffle's wont, the delicate cannelloni balancing the bright creaminess of ricotta with silky spinach and just-enough tomato freshness, the broccoli perfectly cooked with a hint of spice.... Then suddenly appeared a tiny dessert, unordered but a small and sweet birthday surprise from the bartender. A little darkly dangerous chocolate cake round with some peanut butterish ice cream, as I remember? Luxurious. And despite all the decadence it was a cheap date: less than $40 for all the sips and tastes together. Lovely, lovely night. I know I'll return; List reminded me of what used to be my favorite happy hour in Seattle, at the sadly now-closed Ventana almost just across the street. The same depth of flavors and amazing selection, the feeling that you couldn't believe you were eating something so satisfying at such an amazing price: all excellent memories, and I'm thrilled to know that there's a place akin that I can (and will) visit in the future. Because there will always be birthdays - or anything! - to celebrate....
(5)Jacob G.
Awesome All day Tuesday Happy Hour. Posh place to take a hot babe on a date!
(4)Susan C.
Have been wanting to try this place forever, after reading reviews on Yelp, and finally got to on a weekday afternoon for HH. By 5pm, the place was already pretty busy, with the bar and several tables occupied. This place is also pretty tiny and fills up quickly. Was surprised by the reasonable HH prices (and the portions, which are regular-sized). Menu here: listbelltown.com/images/… Had the Seared Ahi Tuna with Honey Ginger Sauce and friend had Burger with fries. Both were excellent. Our server was also very friendly and attentive. Overall great, if but too brief of an experience. Will definitely go back and give it another try!
(4)Jenn N.
I LOVE their happy hour! Bomb ass salt and pepper calamari, mussels, and bacon wrapped shrimps! All for about $20! You cannot beat that.
(5)Rossana Y.
List is my absolute favorite place for happy hour in Belltown. It's always packed every time I come here, but mostly cause it's small. They have candles on the tables and the lights are dimmed for a sophisticated feel. It can get pretty loud. You may have to wait a bit for a table, but trust me it's worth the wait! Everything I've tried is sooooo good. I always order the gnocchi with black truffle cream. Each bite tastes like a creamy piece of heavenly goodness. Yum! The bacon wrapped prawns are also one of my faves. The other ones I've tried that were good were the flatbread, angus beef burger and fries, calamari, grilled octopus salad.... oh heck everything on the menu is good. You can also order a bottle of wine for $14 or a glass for $3.75 during happy hour. AND there's all-day happy hour on Sundays and Mondays! Totally can't beat that.
(5)Noa N.
Honestly the happy hour prices here are pretty awesome. I visited List on a Sunday and had 2 small plates and a beer for $15.00. The spicy meatballs were spicy and meaty...as they should be! Two big meatballs are included in that dish. The bacon wrapped prawns were good size prawns (I'm thinking 5-6 prawns but it may have been more) and the bacon was encrusted. It was served on top of cannelini beans and kale. The combination of the bacon wrapped prawn with the kale and the cannelini beans met my palate's needs - that dish could probably be a meal on it's own. List seems more like a place to hang out with friends than to travel solo to. As others mention it is very loud. I could hardly hear the bartender tell me the specials so I would not recommend this place if you want to have a good conversation. If you don't really want to listen to what your friends are saying - if you're more into people watching, drinking, eating then this is a place to consider.
(3)Melody P.
I love this place! I had a review of their HH last year, however, I accidentally deleted! Great atmosphere! I love the modern interior! The staff was nice and friendly. Good sour dough bread with basil dipping. A good list of drinks. I didn't know what to expect for dinner. I thought it was just regular bar food. But, NO! They actually have really decent food. I ordered Rack of Lamb. It was so good. The best lamb I've had in a long time (other than the one I cooked :-P) I was cooked just right, medium rare, flavorful with just right amount of sauce on top. I even ordered a dessert. The only dessert on the menu at the night. Chocolate cake with peanut butter ice cream. The cake is good, especially with the ice cream. I loved the richness of the cake. It's a great place to hang out with friends. Again, I really love this place!
(5)Heidi M.
"Late Happy Hour" from 9PM to midnight offers select food items are 50% off and there are several drink specials to pick from, making it a great spot for a late dinner or drinks with small plates. The food was very average, but the wine selections for the drink specials were better than expected, and the pours were very generous for the price. The staff was friendly and attentive, refilling bread plates and water frequently, even though I ordered little (my tab was $10 for the night). At first glance, the atmosphere had seemed a bit trendy, but the clientele turned out to be varied - mostly young professionals and neighborhood locals but also other restaurants' staff who were getting off work. Most people at the bar seemed to know the restaurant staff, and in general, the clientele was surprisingly friendly and chatty.
(4)Elizabeth V.
Excellent food! The spices and flavors were incredible. The Baked broccoli was like candy. Service was awesome.
(5)Joel S.
Great spicy meatballs and bacon wrapped prawns. If you do get the gnocchi, ask for some bread to dip in the sauce.
(4)Yasmien H.
Happy hour was amazing. And on a Saturday to boot. We had the Mussles, Gnocci with black truffles, Salad with pear and goat cheese, and a hamburger with fries. and to top it off, a Belgian chocolate Torte with gelato. The Number 1 item we got was the Gnocci with Black Truffles. So rich and creamy. Gnocci can sometimes be not firm enough, but this one ones perfectly cooked. The Mussles were my second favorite. There was a good amount and it came with two slices of thick cut toast, and I remember thinking, damn that's good toast... then I wondered what made it so special? I dunno, but it was! We also had the delicious salad and the burger and fries. Both really good but nothing that I would say is a *must have*. Although the salad's dressing was really good, and the burger did taste scrumptious. AND to top it all off, since it was happy hour, it was all 50% off. Woo Hoo! Me and my husband are on a budget and it was great to get to eat so fabulously on not break the bank. (Don't get me wrong, it wasn't cheap, this is all relative, ya know)
(5)Fei Z.
trendy atmosphere with delicious appetizers! we got - Gnocchi with black truffle cream - Bacon wrapped prawns - Grilled chilean sea bass we sat outside and it was fine, but the music would be a little loud for inside seating. it felt more like a bar than a sit-down restaurant.
(5)Shekinah S.
The food at List is quite good! Everything is half price during HH which is def the time to go since it's a little on the pricey side. You MUST try the flatbread. It's amazing. Feta, cranberries, pine nuts, greasy in just the right way. Fabulosity on a thin crust. Great for splitting as an appetizer or even as a meal for one. The hamburger I had awhile back was also fantastic. Nice juicy burger served on focaccia or something far superior to your average burger bun. Even the side of fried were some of the better fries I've ever had. My friend wasn't too impressed with her manicotti but said she still be willing to come back to try other vegetarian items on the menu. List certainly isn't my usual kind of bar but I've been here way too many times now to pretend I have anything against it! FYI champagne cocktails are popular at List. I never knew that was a trend but this would be a good place to try one.
(4)Nelson Y.
I went here for a happy hour a long time ago and was surprised by the types of food available for HH and the prices! I missed it this last time and ordered a Manhattan (Maker's) on the rocks. It was about $10 so that's average, but it was a good well-poured drink. I like the ambiance but it is small and simple. Good service.
(4)Nathin B.
Happy hour, gnocchi with black truffle cream, bacon wrapped prawns, salt and pepper calamari, $14 bottle of wine... These are in just about every other positive review and should be! Simply amazing. Great food, super cheap, great atmosphere. Definitely my favorite spot in Seattle. Pro's - Great selection of food, none of which I have been disappointed with. - Cheap! Plates are around $10, but go at HH and its half off. - Classy and comfortable atmosphere. Con's - Can be a little dark. I don't mind but people I've been with have brought it up. - Can get a little loud sometimes. Easily made a "pro" by using as an excuse to get close to your date. One last note is that the food comes out in waves. I think it is expected to order (share?) a plate or two, and then when you are done the server will bring out the next course. Don't blame the server, they didn't forget your food. Tables are small and can only hold so many plates. If you want something to come out first, just mention it.
(5)Judy A.
AMAZING!!!! We went up to Seattle for a girls weekend and asked a waiter where he goes to dine out, and this was mentioned!! You need to go, everything was amazing, food, service, drinks!!! Seabass is a a need when you go!
(5)Hanna C.
Came here twice during my trip up to Seattle. I came during happy hour and they do have a good deal. They have their food items (tapas) 50% and bottle of wine are $14. Very good deal. The gnocchi is super creamy and delicious. Good portion for the calamari. Meatballs have a kick to it. Bacon wrapped prawns were super salty, so I didn't get it the second time I dined here. The seabass was good both times. The chicken dish was very rubbery the second time I ate here... not very cosistent. Service was consistent on both times I ate here...
(4)Sila B.
Love, love, love List. Walk into this sophisticated little Belltown spot and feel an instant warmth. The low lighting, mirrors, and interesting wallpaper offer a great ambiance; the highlight of which is the red bar (white bar under-lit with red lights shed a warm and appetizing glow on your food/drinkstuffs). The happy hour boasts half-price appetizers, providing options from $3 - $7. And all are completely worth it. From hangar steak to cannelloni to bacon-wrapped prawns, everything you order will be awesome. Highlights: black truffle cream gnocchi (YUM!) and wild mushroom soup (rich, creamy, and full of fantastic mushroom flavor). And don't forget the bev! $2.95 beer, $3.75 wine by the glass, and $14 bottles of wine (in case a glass isn't enough; and really, when is a glass enough) can compete with any other happy hour out there. Let's go! Every night!
(5)Judy M.
Hands down, this is one of THE BEST happy hours that I have been to in my life. Internationally, or domestic. Okay, so I've never been to a happy hour overseas, but you get my point. This place is G-O, GOOD! My fellow food addict friend suggested this place. List has a daily happy hour, but happy hour is all day Sunday and Monday. The decor is sheik, but the the ambience friendly. Kind of like Gwyneth Paltrow. Pretty, but you still feel comfortable enough to approach it. Okay, fine, so I don't know GP (as I like to call her) either. And I wouldn't approach her. Stop nit picking, and focus people!! We're talking about good food here!! Here's the rundown: Octopus salad. The grilling added a nice, almost smoky flavor, and the salad dressing was light and nicely balanced with flavor. Not overwhelming, like a punch, just a jab. I usually am not huge on tentacles, but this was cooked so well, that I overlooked those bald eyeball looking things. Calamari. I've only had one other place in NYC off of canal street that had calamari this good. It's cooked perfectly. Creamy, nice breading, and lightly salted. Delish. Bacon wrapped shrimp. When my friend suggested this, I was like whatever. Not excited, but not closed to the idea. This was just so good. Almost every place has a bacon wrapped shrimp. And it's either pedestrian, or decent. This was awesome! Like I could go back to the Atkins if I could eat this everyday. No jive. The shrimp is just cooked perfectly, and the bacon serious compliments, and not overpowers the shrimp. The prawns sit atop a nice bed of kale. It's barely seasoned but still good. There are also fava beans which confused me. They don't really compliment the dish, but the beans are cooked perfectly. They're a little under seasoned, but still somehow good enough to not feel tempted to add salt or pepper. At first, our server didn't even bring out salt and pepper, as if to say, you won't need this. They did eventually bring it between dish 1 and 2, but she was right, we didn't need it. Although some things warrant a little seasoning, they execute things so well, that you can really just appreciate the actual flavors of the food. Now, the subsequent foods were not as good as the aforementioned, but the first three were so stellar, that I'm still giving this place 5 stars. Gnocchi. I was looking forward to this the most. The gnocchi was perfectly cooked. Soft, little pillows. The dish had a very aromatic truffle smell, but the sauce just didn't add that much. Meatballs. Somewhat mushy. Maybe, too much bread crumbs? It was just okay. Again, cooked very well. Super tender. Then my friend added the flat bread. The topping was so delicious, but the bread was too thick. The topping would have been delicious on a crostini! The food is so well executed, even the dishes that weren't my favorite. I was excited to write this review because this place has a great happy hour. Many choices...good choices, i.e., more than nachos, kind of upper scale. A foodie's happy hour dream, upscale food at cheap prices. Finally, I had a pomegranate cocktail. As I've said, don't love cocktails, and when I do have them I like them sweet. This wasn't , but like everything else, was fresh and executed great. Clearly my body is not used to upscale liquor, cuz I felt drunk by the third drink. Seriously. Our total bill was like $44.
(5)Jennifer H.
Great value and delicious small plates! I came here with my boyfriend on a Saturday afternoon. The place is small but cute, they had great music and friendly staff. The place was pretty full but we managed to be seated in a timely manner. We ordered the gnocchi, octopus salad, Chilean sea bass, and mussels- all we're great. Our least favorite was the eggplant parmigiana. I will definitely be coming back.
(4)Mike S.
We went to List for the "late Happy Hour" which runs from 9pm to midnight. During that time, all food is 50% off and bottles of wine are $14 each (restaurant's choice of the bottle). How can you beat that deal?!?! The food items that stuck out as excellent in my mind were: bacon wrapped wild florida prawns and the gnocchi with black truffle cream. The calamari was ok, but nothing worth dropping your pants for. Ambiance is a little darkish with drone zone music, and it works well. Would recommend List as a great late night hangout to grab a few munchies.
(4)Brian L.
I'll paint the picture - I came in here at 830pm, right before the late night happy hour (which is SPECTACULAR, btw). The bar is uber chic looking. It's also dark in here, with no tvs. There are maybe 6 people in here. I sit at the bar, order a beer. I try reading, but it was a bit dark, so I go sit at a table. I finished my beer, someone came over and gave me another. Then I finish that one, but no one came over to offer me another or ask me if I wanted to eat. I waited 25 min, but no one came. Finally I just went to the bar and grabbed a beer and a menu, ordered. My order came out quickly and fresh. The house salad was awesome, the gnocchi was stupendous, the mussels were fine. Then someone took away the plates. No other service. Maybe it was because I sat at the bar first or whatever, but I just didn't understand the service here. I'm guessing it was my fault, but I don't really think I did anything wrong here. But, the food was sooo good. And during their happy hours, food items are 50% off!! I say to get the gnocchi...soooo good. You will not be disappointed! Plus, beer on tap is only $3 too...you just can't go wrong at this place during HH, even if the service is subpar.
(3)Stan F.
OMG, this place was one of the best restaurants that I have eaten at in Seattle! My wife and I decided to try this restaurant out on a dinner date without the kids. We happen to hit happy hour on a Saturday so everything was half price. We ordered all of the items that other Yelpers have recommended. The real truth is that you just can't go wrong here. We had: 1) Truffled gnocchi (texture was kind of delicate and creamy), My wife really enjoyed this. 2) Prawns wrapped in bacon. Gobbled those babies down fast. Yum. 3) Baked Broccoli....Sorry, I'm just a big fan of broccoli, so of course I loved this. 4) Chilean Sea Bass...This was really good! Served with Kale over Farro, a kind of wheat grain with texture similar to barley. 5) Decided to have the dessert which was a molten chocolate cake (mini-cupcake) with hazelnut ice crea. We washed down our meal with chianti. Out the door with a bill of about $44 before tip. The portion sizes were large for Italian tapas. The service was really good. The ambiance was nice and trendy. My only regret is that you can;t get into the restaurant unless you are drinking age. Bummer, since we have kids. But, this is a truly great restaurant and I almost didn't write this review worrying that the restaurant will be too busy next time I/we go there.
(5)Pavee S.
Best Happy Hour with great food. Happy Hour Times: all day Sunday and Monday; Tuesday - Thursday: 4:00 - 6:30pm & 9pm - Midnight; Friday & Saturday: 4:00 - 6:30pm. All items on the 'food list' are 50% off. I love their gnocchi with black truffle cream, grilled Chilean sea bass, sea salt and pepper calamari, and bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns. I didn't get a chance their try their dessert.
(5)Kristine A.
I went in with a group of 5 for happy hour and we ordered 14 dishes and 2 drinks each and our bill was only $120!. There was a not a single dish that was not delicious. The gnocchi was to die for. The chilean see bass was melt in your mouth amazing. The grilled ceaser and arugula salad were both wonderful The canneloni had a kick. Everything had wonderful flavor and complexity. The service was great too. This is my new Seattle favorite. Go for happy hour - you will not regret it.
(5)Inness P.
I went here for dinner during their Thursday 9p-12a happy hour. 1/2 off the food menu--how can you go wrong? I ordered the tomato salad with gorgonzola, the wild mushroom soup (a special that day), and the eggplant parmigiano. My dining companion ordered the gnocchi with black truffle cream and the seared ahi. Afterward, we had the dessert, which was hazelnut gelato and an itty bitty chocolate lava cake. Everything was good, but I really just wanted to write this review to say OH MY GOD THE GNOCCHI. It's like eating tiny melty marshmallow pillows of goodness.
(4)Kristin C.
Love this place! Food was delicious and the staff were so friendly! It's beautiful inside but small so when my boyfriend and I came on a Friday night we had a little wait. But it was worth it - I'm definitely coming back!
(5)Lisa M.
The food was so good the first time we had to go back the very next night! Try the octopus salad because it is AWESOME. It is a wonderfully balanced blend of tastes and textures; just the right size for sharing. Also try the grilled pheasant with the sauteed greens and the gnocchi. I promise you will not be disappointed. Everything else we've had so far has not grabbed and held our attention as much as this place has.
(5)J C.
Cute. I like the the toilet seat was heated. Heh. Other than that, the food was ok. Salad dressing was ridiculously sour (I like sour candy, too), the cannelloni was stupid spicy, and the ONE dessert the had could do without the pistachio ice cream that was just meh. The wine glass I had had red wine stands on it. Gross because I had already drank half of the white wine I ordered out of it. : (
(2)Chris L.
This place has a good, clean vibe. The decor is minimalistic and modern. They had damask, non-textured wallpaper on the doors of the bathroom that made it look camouflaged. The first avenue sparkling wine cocktail and one prosecco got me buzzed (I don't drink much). They have about 4-5 beers on tap that kept BF happy. There's a small patio where you can people watch. People walking by ask you for directions if you sit there (like we know - we're tourists too!). The bartender was kind of prissy, but got the job done. Would come back.
(4)sandy y.
No SEX but we're in the city! Judging from the reviews that are written about them on yelp, this place was a def must try. My girlfriends and I came here on an early saturday night around 6ish to have dinner and a glass of wine. Boyyyyy, there food was good!!! The flat bread with feta was YUMMY and the meatball plate was rockin! Service was excellent!!! The place is small but it's worth going to with a small crowd. total came to 68.00 plus a 10.00 tip for 4 people! NOT BAD! GOOD PRICEs! ;p
(5)Chau P.
Disclaimer: All of my reviews focus on the service and things of that nature. My opinion on the food is shared, but does not factor into my ratings for the most part, as my food taste does not necessarily match with yours. Would've given this place an absolute five stars but there were a couple of nitpicks that I had with my experience here... the primary one is that it is way too dark in here (I did not particularly enjoy reading the menu by candlelight/cell phone light). Unfortunately, our waitress forgot our second round of beer, but was very apologetic and brought them out after finishing up her current round of drinks. Other than that, this place offered us great service and everyone was extremely friendly. They set us down at a 4 person table with a chair on the end, and offered us a move to a converted 6 person table (3 sets of 2) as soon as one opened up. The service checked in on us a good amount of times, and were very helpful in menu suggestions and explanations of how their happy hour worked. The happy hour, by the way, is FANTASTIC. We came in on a Sunday night, and the tapas style menu was all half off. Needless to say, we went to town with this, and ordered about 12 dishes between 5 people. All in all, we ended up spending about 20-25 bucks a person, and probably should have ordered about a third less food than we did, and still would have walked away stuffed. So there you have it, four stars, and it is on my short list of places to go back to whenever I'm in the Emerald City. As for the food, we tried the calamari, sea bass, gnocchi, prawns, broccoli, meatballs, flatbread, seared ahi, and it was all delicious. The ingredients are high quality, and I thoroughly enjoyed every last bit of it.
(4)Miguel S.
Awesome happy hour! Everything on the menu (and we've tried most of it after making at least 5 or 6 visits there) is excellent. The flatbread, calamari, octopus salad and broccoli are outstanding. And the $3 house wines are good to top it off. The place is very small, but we've always managed to get a table. The service is good, and the servers are always pretty friendly. Looking forward to our next trip there!
(5)Marc A.
A bit on the louder side, but impressive food
(5)Jessa T.
My favorite happy hour in Seattle, hands down. Funnily enough, it took me 3 attempts to finally make it into List. They're pretty strict about checking for IDs. The first couple of times it so happened someone had forgotten her ID. We ended up being forced to take those parties next door to Umi, but vowed to come back to List. And good thing we kept our vows. Everything is delicious! I've been here dozens of times (as evidenced by all the photos I've uploaded) and I've never had a bad dish here. I can't even begin to describe it. I always go for happy hour. The black truffle gnocchi is a MUST; decadent and rich, yet somehow light. The salad with goat cheese and pear is clean and crisp. The octopus salad is fresh combination of meaty and spicy. The sautéed calamari (not on the happy hour menu) is a terrific alternative to the fried version. I would pass on the angus burger, spinach cannelloni, and eggplant parmigiana - they're just decent. Go here for the more unique dishes that will surprise your palate. My only wish would be for some happy hour cocktail specials. Service is always friendly and efficient. The decor is kind of posh, but don't let it deter you. This place could be in a dumpster and I'd still come back for that gnocchi. Mmm.
(5)Sam K.
Sheesh, haven't reviewed anythang in a long while ... 'ere goes! LIST - Is this it ... the spot my chick picked? Sea Bass - I'm used to a Sea Bass steak from the House (S.F.) and apparently so was the lady. Very thin, kinda over cooked, wait, it's an appetizer! Calamari - I usually like a lot of lemon w/ my squid since it just finishes off perfectly, but, no matter how much I squeezed, they did not get any tendererererrrr! They were overcooked for about 1min. Gnocchi - Surprisingly good for happy hour. The waitress was very friendly, bartender actually can hook up a 'tini and I would come to this place again to whet my appetite. After The List - I was wasted n feelin' Xrated ... so we went for some nekkid fish @ Umi. Tres stars for waitress n bartender - bad for the fail ppl that hold seats for 45min. so their friend can make it from Olympia or some shit.
(3)Ryan B.
Hands down best tapas in Seattle. Wait staff is incredibly nice, food is sooo good, and its probably the best happy hour in Seattle. Everything on the menu is splendid but if you like gnocchi, you gotta try it. Black truffle gnocchi is my fave but the red sauce version is pretty good too.
(5)S. Alicia S.
LIST is a good place. I only get 2 glasses out of a bottle of wine at home. They get 4 glasses out of a bottle. Same size bottles too. This is totally amazing. And the bartender is awesome. I went to unwind with some wine and got up sold to pleasure on some food. Great food. Gourmet stuff. Half-price for HappyHour. This is true. Eggplant Parmesan and a feta-cranberry-garlic flatbread graced the menu. And nice sized portions. It was a completely delectable dinner. LIST doesn't have ice cream on the menu, but I'm not really complaining. It was just a simple suggestion. I was beaming with more Pinot Grigio. But there are times when us foodies get a touch snobbish and need a reality check. I am convinced ice cream does miraculous things. What's a little mochi or gelato on the menu? Quaint and contemporary. Loved it!
(5)Eeeeestar T.
I have yet to find a better happy hour than the one at List! My cuzzie and I had a full-on dinner there, including wine, the grilled sea bass and incredible gnocchi, for a fraction of what it would've cost at any of the other trendy joints in Belltown. Don't come here expecting a 5-star dining experience, or your neighborhood dive bar either -- just a great. fun spot for vino and small plates.
(5)Kate M.
Happy hour prices lured us in to the trendy Belltown bar twice. List offers half-priced dishes on things like bacon-wrapped prawns and black truffle gnocci, as well as house wine for $3.75 (their house red is a montepulciano d'abruzzo which I loved). Can't beat that for fancy food and semi-swanky atmosphere. Unfortunately, nothing I've eaten here makes me want to come back. It was the service that lead me to choose only two stars. The List staff must shit diamonds, because they definitely act like it. No smiles on their gorgeously tanned faces, no energy, just a sad snobbiness. The two servers last night looked like they were longing to be back in their southern California modeling careers. Oh well. I think the HH menu is worth checking out at least once. And maybe you'll have a friendlier server.
(2)Jignesh P.
Great food. Great price. Great service. Went with a friend for dinner on a Thursday night. Awesome high quality food...gnocchi w truffle was great, and we asked for spicy version of chicken and it was so good!
(5)Erik V.
Just visited again last night for the 20-something time - finally need to post a much deserved review. Absolutely our favorite place for happy hour in Seattle. Never had a bad experience - service is always excellent: very friendly servers and a really upbeat bartender (saw a new one there last night - seemed cool but wonder if he is a replacement or a new addition?). Great, small location with a hip vibe, always a very diverse crowd - no one should feel like they would not belong here. Awesome patio seating for those warm summer evenings. No outstanding HH would be complete without drinks - 3.25 glasses and bottles for $14?? Yes, please. But what sets this place apart is the food - diverse selection, all 1/2 off, great portions, and surprisingly complex for both a HH and a bar in Belltown. Favorites have to be the truffle gnocchi and prawns, but everything from baked broccoli to spicy meatballs are excellent. List never fails to provide a fun night for cheap.
(5)Christy L.
This is such a cute place. The happy hour food is delicious and reasonably priced and the service was great. Ladies, make sure to use the restroom and enjoy the heated seat :)
(4)Christopher J.
Love it, love it, love it! List is cool and so perfect for Belltown. We went for happy hour on a Monday night (awesome prices, awesome food - awesome drink specials) and it was full which we took as a good sign. We were greeted right away and thanked for coming in - who does that anymore! We sat at the bar and Robert (Bob) our bartender was very attentive and very nice. It made for a great start to our evening. Perfect way to start the week! I think List has moved to the top of our list of favorite places-to-hang-out!
(5)Saro N.
Absolutely amazing, a little gem of a restaurant. Outstanding service and the food is pure perfection, it makes me want to return to Belltown.
(5)Constance B.
List is one of my favorite places to go for happy hour. The food (Italian) is fantastic, especially for the price. I love the eggplant parm, spicy meatballs, and gnocci. The burger was pretty good too. Decent wine and beer. Good location (next to Umi). I took one star away because it can get really loud in that intimate setting, so it's hard to have a heart-to-heart with the girls. But I'm usually too busy stuffing my face to talk anyway.
(4)Josh P.
If you are on first ave in Belltown and looking for a good HH spot, make sure you try List. Located right next to Umi in the spot that used to the Apartment(I believe), I've made this a regular stop for me and other people who I show around. Service is great, prices are great, food is awesome. Seriously check this place out. I've been there a few times and everything I've ordered has been great. The seabass, hangar steak and gnocchi are great. At half off during happy hour I don't know of a better place in Belltown with better quality for the price. Now if I can only rip myself away from here to try another place...
(5)Alan N.
List, I must say, is a pretty swanky joint. It usually is not my kind of place but I genuinely like the atmosphere here. They seem to attract less of the douches like you would see at Amber Lounge. It also helps that their Happy Hour (meatballs were crazy good) is very affordable especially when you again, compare with Amber Lounger. The place is small and quaint and therefore has great service. I hesitate to give it a full 5 stars because I would not say it is one of the best in Seattle and their menu is a little slim...
(4)Aaron Y.
Sea salt and pepper calamari! Local fresh mussels, wine broth, crostini! Seared ahi tuna, honey-ginger sauce! These are just a few of the delicious items i had while i was at LIST for happy hour. Half off the entire food list! It can't get any better then that because it's almsot there. The decor is nice and the music isn't to loud. This place is small so not the best for groups. I tried to go here one night with a group of 6 and they weren't able to seat us. Food is amazing, ambiance is amazing, drinks specials are amazing A must go for the happy hour adventurist! PS. Beautiful design and typography on your business cards.
(4)Aaron E.
I challenge you to find another Happy Hour with equally good food, drinks and service for the prices List charges... I betcha can't! Seriously kids, check out List. The atmosphere is inviting but sophisticated and very un-Seattle. The mirrors, crazy wallpaper, chandeliers and bling create a fun, but unpretentious environment. While on the small side, it totally worked for our group of 4 (which became 6.... err, maybe 7 if you count the random drunk dude who decided to briefly join us... hehe). The food was all delicious (and at half-off during HH a total steal), the wine was nicely chilled and pretty darn good quality for $14 a bottle and the drinks were mixed well. The Gnocchi was a bit on the heavy/rich side but very enjoyable. The Burgers (at $5 each) were cooked well, came on a toasted Macrina bun and were served with grilled onions and crisp Romaine lettuce. The fries that accompanied the burger were ah-freaking-mazing! Some of the better fries I've had recently as they were seasoned perfectly! I was initially thinking I'd rate List more in the 3-4 range, but looking back on the evening I had so much fun, loved my experience and thought the food was delicious and well-priced. You win List, you win!
(5)Devon R.
Don't miss out on this tasty place. Happy Hour all day on Sunday and Monday. The house red wine is Italian & delicious and leagues above normal house wines!
(5)Maria K.
List is a lovely Italian restaurant in the heart of Belltown that a great selection of delicious pastas and sauces that complement each other very well. Their happy hour is a great deal (and it was not too busy when I was there) and is an opportunity to enjoy some of the amazing dishes at a discounted price. Overall, I really liked the modern feel of all the décor in the place and hope I can make it back soon to this place!
(4)Patrick T.
good place for happy hour, there are a lot of edible selections we probably orderd all but 3 items which are a good deal comapred to their full priced entrees. would consider going back
(4)Rose S.
My fiance and I came here for a late afternoon date. I love tapas because I get to try many different dishes at once without getting filled up on one thing. I've heard restaurants in Seattle have great Happy Hour were I can experience tapas like dishes. So after much research on Yelp we settled on List because: 1. They had a decent Happy Hour menu that went beyond fancy nuts and plates of charcuterie. 2. They had dishes that appealed to both of us. 3. The price was right. So here is the break down of our experience: One star earned for the service. The waitress was quick but did not make us feel pressured. I watched as the chef handed the dishes directly to the waitress then came straight to our table. No sitting on a counter waiting for pickup! One star earned for ambiance. The decor was comfortable and spacious despite the small space. It was a bit too dark though even at three in the afternoon. Large windows up front and mirrors in the back should have made this place bright. It simply felt dark and could have used just a little bit more lighting in order to feel welcoming. It was also a bit chilly for me. However these guys still earn a star for the Japanese toilet in the bathroom!!!! One star for price. The price is right no matter what time of day it is. The simple truth is that this place as far as food goes is CHEAP. I mean, come on, full price from The Food List at most was $12 but during Happy Hour it was only $6. The entrees weren't any more expensive either. If you want a nice meal in a trendy place but don't want to pay a lot then the List is for you. One star for food. Excellent! My favorite was the chicken with seasonal mushrooms and onions. I mean it was seriously one of the best things I have eaten in a very long time. I have dreams about that chicken!!! The natural burger was also impressive and the french fries were cooked perfectly. We also had the pear and goat cheese salad. The pear was too hard it could have been cut up more or something. Also the salad was over tossed so it came out all beat up. The flat bread with goat cheese, pine nuts and cranberries was also alright. But next time I am sticking with the chicken and the burger. No need to look else where. Well unless I am in the mood for mussels which they have.... One star taken away for portion size. Yes we got a good bang for our buck. The problem is with the price and the atmosphere we expected 2 bite portions. You know tapas. But we got full sized meals! If we had known we would have only ordered the burger and chicken and skipped the rest. Yes this place is great and we will come back for sure but we will order a lot less and enjoy it more!
(4)Derek J.
Went here for happyhour with some friends during the week. The place is a little small but the vine is inviting. Whether you sit at the bar or an open table its all good. We took advantage of the half off menu and probably ordered too much. Either way everything was amazing. The gnocci was delicious with the black truffle and a decent portion size. The Bacon wrapped prawns are a must for any seafood lover! As for the drinks, there was no disappointment there. The bartender knew his drinks and was willing to venture off menu for custom cocktails.
(4)Kiki M.
I was a bit confused by the name of this bar, I will admit. Is the name an attempt to make this place seems exclusive? One of those establishments filled with only the most glamorous people on the planet? Not so, I was gently reassured from a bartender who works there and was even informed they have incredible deals on food and drinks during happy hour. She had me at "happy hour". My happy hour buddy and I decided to meet at List one Tuesday evening. At 5:15 there were only about four occupants. List is stark white and makes you feel as if you shouldn't move in fears of getting anything smudged. There are small two seat tables perfect for dates but not so for big groups. One more person was supposed to join the party and the indifferent host allowed me to move the tables together. As a contrast to the white there are red chandeliers and an amazing black and white design wallpaper. Towards the front of a roll up door which was exquisite on such a warm sunny day. Overall, I was impressed with the minimalist design approach. After the host seated me and handed me the menus I was disappointed to find full priced menus. As I scrolled down I noticed a small blurp about happy hour: $2.95 beers, cheap glasses of wine, and 50% of all food. The bartender wasn't kidding this place was cheap. The host took my drink order and went off. List has small plates and with the reasonable happy hour prices it makes it easy to justify getting more than one. Pasta, salads, even a burger was on the menu. Even a few vegetarian options which helped me settle on the spinach and ricotta manicotti. My friend joined me and pointed out a flatbread with cranberries, pinenuts, feta cheese, and caramelized onions. At $4 there was no stopping me from ordering it. Our waitress was full of smiles and pleasantly took our orders. Our food came in a timely manner. The flatbread came out first and it looked delicious. A golden rectangle graciously topped was making my mouth water just looking at it. We each took a slice and fell silent. All the ingredients blended together well and the cranberry added just a hint of sweetness. I still am having dreams about that flatbread. The main entrees came and my manicotti was okay. It was certainly overshadowed by the flatbread. The time had come for me to visit the ladies room. It was spacious, albeit a bit of a club feel as it was dark with red lights. I sat down on the commode and almost yelped in surprise. The toilet seat was heated. It was fucking heated! While I could appreciate such a novel idea, it is best for the winter not the summer. I liked List a lot with the simple interior, cheap and tasty food, and lovely surprising bathroom.
(4)Drew M.
Had a an awesome happy hour experience here in the summer. HALF off everything, which was great. Try a little bit of everything, and stay awhile. The food was all very good, with the gnocchi being exceptional.
(5)Jean W.
Very good. Late weeknight, managed to get two seats at the bar, place was nearly full, nice ambiance, not too loud. Friendly service, friendly bartender/servers. Food was fantastic, we took full advantage of happy hour prices. Gnocchi was fantastic, Sea bass was very good, tomato salad yummy, prawns very good, meatballs good but a bit too spicy without pasta. Grilled Caesar was amazing. This will be our new late night haunt on our occasional jaunts downtown.
(5)Brandy I.
List is very cute, a bit on the small side but very chic. Their food is fabulous. The waiter asked us which plate was our favorite and we couldn't commit to one answer. The octopus was cooked perfectly in their octopus salad, the truffle gnocchi was like eating little yummy pillows of wonderfulness, the sea bass was good- LOTS of butter but good, very moist, I also heard the meatballs and bacon wrapped prawns were tasty as well. Very cute place, service was fantastic definitely attentive...great place to grab a drink and some food in Belltown.
(5)Niall S.
Best Happy Hour in Belltown. List has the best happy hour food in Belltown. There's a selection of about twenty or so tasty dishes on the menu, at half the usual price. You can happily dine for about 15 bucks per head excluding your drinks - and the quality is surprisingly high. Serving sizes are on the smaller side, which is fine because at these prices you can afford to try a few dishes. After happy hour I think I would find find the serving sizes a little too small for the price. I've liked almost everything I've tried - the spicy meatballs, pear salad, tomato salad and shitake mushrooms & chicken are my favorites. The decor is modern and tastefully done. It tends to attract a fairly pretentious crowd, but the ambiance is not too in-your-face (although, sometimes the music can be a little too loud) and the wait staff are always pleasant and welcoming. Enjoy!
(5)Shirley Y.
Looking for an early dinner? Need some food in your tummy? Happen to be wandering around Belltown? Then stop into List! 50% off all food items on the menu during happy hour, and I mean ALL! Their dishes are tapas style (small plates) so it's great to order a few things off the menu and share. Their clams came in a very generous portion, meatballs were meaty, and the cannelloni dish was perfect for dipping. Also, they only serve Macrina bread. Yay for local businesses supporting each other! Happy hour is 4:00-6:30pm and 10:00pm-midnight.
(4)Evelyn F.
Delicious food, friendly service, a win-win. I loved the spicy meatballs and gnocchi in particular, but you can't really go wrong with any of the small happy hour plates. A $14 bottle of red wine is also a great deal. You should here by 5pm for a table, because it fills up fairly fast after that. It has a very young, modern feel and it is almost too dark, but I love the chandeliers and giant mirrors. I'll be back!
(5)Sarah M.
I liked this place. Went here one night with a friend and it was happy hour. They have some pretty great deals for HH. I had the arugola, mozzarella and shaved reggiano salad. It was pretty tasty. My friend and I split the cannelloni, however we both found it to be a bit too spicy for our tastes. I also had the seared ahi tuna. Oh my gosh, this was absolutely delicious. 5 stars alone for that. I also tried their plum blossom cocktail, and that was also yummy. I'll go back.
(4)Kevin S.
NOTE: I have only eaten here during happy hour, so my 5 star review reflects List during this time. I am always on the hunt for fantastic HH's, so when I first came to the List and did not know anything about it, I was pleasantly surprised. I believe the List needs to be considered as the BEST in Seattle. The only downfall is lack of seating. Their HH deal includes 1/2 off appetizers and $2.95 pints of beer. The 1/2 off appetizers is a great deal, but when you throw in a pint of beer for under $3 you have something special. Not only is their food 1/2 off, but the food is delicious. I have tasted everything on their HH list and I have not been disappointed with any of them. The gnocchi however is some of the best I've had. The burger, spicy meatballs and the salads are quite good as well. Overall, this place is fantastic and I truly believe this is the best HH in Seattle.
(5)Tonya N.
Wow this changes my view of Happy Hour completely! I will now be comparing all other happy hours to List. The prices are unbelievable. Great service, very good food. HH here is 50% off all food... except for some of the speciality dishes which those are very affordable at full price ranges at around $12. Very sleek little restaurant with large bar area. Nice warm lighting... The old Bada lounge I believe. My favorite is the truffle gnocci for $5. Had the flatbread, burger, seared ahi, tomato/gorgonzola salad. All great. I think the salad was only $3! unreal. Draft beers only $2.95! The food came out extremely fast... Will come back again and again to try the other menu items... Would recommend this place to anyone :)
(5)Sch T.
Truly wonderful happy hour food, possibly the best value in Seattle. Calamari to die for. Excellent local beer on draft. Get here early, sit at the bar, stay til happy hour is over.
(5)Alexander N.
Let me unnecessarily reiterate that the happy hour (more accurately, happy days) is awesome. At half off most of the entrees come to around 6 bucks. Let me see: foot-long Subway (TM) sandwich or seared ahi tuna with lentils and spinach? Well...thanks to List those two things cost the same amount. A bottle of wine is plenty for my girlfriend and I and if you chose the happy 'hour' special bottle it's only $14. Again, awesome. Price of a bottle of wine from Albertson's = the price of a bottle of wine at a restaurant? Sweet. The portions were a fine size and they give you yummy bread with oil dip while you wait. It's not like you're gonna leave hungry. In other, somewhat unrelated news, one of the Sounders FC players was eating at the table behind us which we were excited about. So yeah, if you wanna see the Sounders out and about um...well List is one possible spot I guess.
(4)Katie A.
List is quite simply, "Barolo's hot little sister." You get the same great happy hour (cheap beer, cheap wine $14 bottles of house wine, and a half priced bar menu) as Barolo, but in much smaller, yet still sophisticated and hip space. We actually ended up liking their food options more than Barolo's offerings- the seared ahi and the bacon wrapped prawns were fantastic. They also have that great grilled caesar available if that's how you roll. I'm sure dinner is equally good and we'll definitely be back for it. This place has still not yet been discovered by Belltown, and when it does it's going to be tough getting a seat. HH runs from 4-6:30pm, 7 days a week. They've got a late night HH too.
(4)Jonah D.
I went here for happy hour 3 days in a row sampling different fares. I would recommend this to anyone who isn't a vegan. I made the unfortunate mistake of bringing my vegan friend one day who found absolutely nothing on the menu to accommodate his diet. They did make an eggplant parmiagiana sans parmiagiana just for him, so they still get 5 stars. (Special order on happy hour no less!) He ended up ordering the tomato salad with no cheese which was literally 3 slices of tomato. Now, if you aren't vegan there are a lot of great vegetarian options such as the truffle gnocchi which is to die for. I also really liked the flat bread with feta cheese and cranberries, as well as the pear goat cheese salad. When I ordered the tomato salad I thought it was delicious too, as I ate it with warmed macrina bread, basil olive oil and a large block of gorgonzola. In my 3 visits I had the delicious wild mushroom soup twice. It is creamy and sour, but light in consistency so it doesn't overwhelm. The third time, I went with a seafood fan and we decided to try both the seared ahi and the bass. Both were amazing! I highly recommend both these dishes for top notch, delicious and generous portions of fish. The ahi was stellar and reminded me of sashimi or even thicker in its density (none of those thin ahi slices that are all so common). The bass was well prepared and flaked in places but retained a moistness. It was well-done which led to slight chewiness but I thought it was extremely well prepared all the same. Beer and wine specials are nice as well. I like how the wine glasses have their own personal mini-bottles. Decor, waitstaff, everything else is a plus as well. My only advice is to try to get there at 4 when happy hour is starting, otherwise you might not get a table. If I could give this place 6 stars I would.
(5)David E.
Well, after reading many good reviews about the Happy Hour at List I finally got a chance to go and try it out. The service was very good, we sat at the bar and the bartender was our server and she provided very good service. The menu is great, everything is half off for happy hour. i don't know if the portion size changes, i am sure it does, but still got a good value. My, wife, sdaughter and I tried several things, the octopus salad, the green salad with goat cheese and pear, the ahi tune, bacon wrapped prawns and calamari. All were good with maybe one exception, the calamari was served in pretty large peices and was pretty chewy. My favorite was the tuna, it had a great peppered outside and cooked perfect. The beer was good, cannot go wrong with Manny's, by wife ordered a glass of merlot, and when we got the bill, I was suprized on the price, maybe you have to ask for house wine to get the happy hour price on it. I will check next time. That means I will be back.
(4)Suzi P.
Fun, upscale yet affordable Belltown bar. Came here with a friend on a weekday night, and we were seated at the red lighted bar. The happy hour menu was full of upscale items (ie. truffle gnocchi, octopus salad) which were decently priced, but small portioned. The cocktail list also appeared very yummy and diverse. I had a blueberry vodka cocktail which was light and flavorful. It's a small space, but the service, food, and beverages are excellent. Good for a date night.
(4)Nep S.
This place tries oh so hard to be fancy. It's more of a fancy-hipster hybrid. When we went the experience was a little good, a little not-so-good. When we arrived, the wait was not horribly long, but once we got inside we realized why there was a wait at all. The restaurant is very, very tiny. Now, no one can fault them for this but just in a review it's worth mentioning. It's a little claustrophobic. The waitstaff was interesting... I don't think the same person came to our table more than once. We were seated by someone, had our drinks taken by another, delivered by yet another person. One other came to take our order and then I think the guy who sat us actually brought the food over? It was just odd, seemed like too many captains trying to run the boat. The food... Both good and (I don't want to say bad so I'll use the word) embarrassing. We ordered a Gnocchi and Grilled Caesar Salad. Gnocchi = good. Grilled Caesar Salad = ... What? Laughable. Good thing we have a sense of humor about things like this because that salad was pathetic. It was literally half of a romaine heart grilled (burnt) with like two shreds of cheese on it, put on an undecorated plate and sat down in front of us. Granted the plate was only like $7 but I coulda made the same thing for $1.50 and a trip to Safeway, just saying. We haven't tried enough of the menu to write a review in any greater detail, but first impressions are everything. I really wanted to like this place, seems all trendy and neat on the inside with the big glass walls and colored lightening. Unfortunately, this place isn't high on my list to revisit.
(3)Rhonda P.
I met two friends here for the happy hour--which you can't beat! We shared a bottle of sangiovesse for $14! And even better was the food--the happy hour menu is half off...we ordered the calamari, which had just enough spice; cranberry flat bread with goat cheese and (my favorite) the gnocchi in a truffle cream sauce. The gnocchi is perfect light pillows in a heavenly truffle cream...I'll go back just for that alone! The service was friendly. Oh yeah, they even have heated toilet seats in the ladies room.
(4)L M.
Very disappointing. Food was soulless and not very good for what it was. I can't speak for the bar service or quality of cocktails because I was just interested in eating, and didn't have any drinks. But the food was decidedly blah, though my friend did enjoy his octopus salad. The servers seemed apathetic in this weird way and, while not unfriendly, weren't really personable. In general a boring, heartless "hip" night spot. Make the trek to Bastille's in Ballard instead, or Tango further downtown, they're both a million times better in every way.
(2)Jessica H.
They always have a cool menu, the staff is great and friendly. Limited seating, so if you come here with a group you won't be able to sit for quite a while. This also helps to preserve the boutique eatery feel. Pretty great first date location!
(4)Bruce M.
this place sucks.. horrible bad service and horrible food..please don't go here..... ok did I distract everyone from going???? cause I want to keep this place to myself! List has many great things going to itself, but don't expect to get a table right away on a given evening after 5. The happy hour is the best in town and the bartenders/waitstaff have a great attitude. While List isn't a typical "restaurant" to the locals, it is a great spot to get dinner and have a nice date. to many locals this is THE happy hour spot and the place to pre-funk before going dancing at the local clubs. List always has great deals and the atmosphere will always sets the mood for a chill evening. you can always talk to the company around you and that will ensure an evening full of laughs and fun. There are no tv's in List so don't go in hoping to catch the latest football scores, but do enjoy good music playing in the background the cool glowing bar top! food: get the Gnocchi and Meatballs... amazing ladies: love the heated toilet seats...well so I am told!
(5)Smitha M.
List is happy hour heaven! So much good food... will definitely go back for the Cannelloni with Spinach and Ricotta and the grilled octopus salad. The atmosphere is really inviting.. I like the chandeliers, wallpapers and dim lights.
(4)Elizabeth B.
I went here on a date with my husband before catching the Nutcracker. Happy Hour is incredible! We ended up getting a full bottle of wine, two plates and dessert for under forty bucks. The food itself was delicous. The truffle oil gnocchi was amazing and the octopus salad was interesting and tasty. The place felt really romantic and is great for a date. I really dug their gothic looking chandeliers. Very Bram Stoker -esque. I can't wait to come back again, especially since I have been craving the gnocchi since! YUM!
(5)Andrea J.
I liked it! Slick and shiny decor. Sexy people at the bar, friendly staff, and tasty drinks. Belltown is not exactly my scene, but I was really comfortable here. I thought the tomato gorgonzola salad was absolutely delicious and the lemon drop was stiff and not too sweet.
(4)Brynne H.
Finally made it to List for HH with a favorite friend last night, and it did not disappoint. We tried the spicy meatballs, seared Ahi tuna, and bacon-wrapped prawns. The spicy meatballs and prawns were particular hits, but I don't think I'd order the tuna again. Would've liked a tiny bit more light in the place - the presentation seems like it was pretty, but it was a little hard to tell in the dim, dim lighting. It was also noisy all get out, and my friend and I both had trouble hearing each other at times. We did not, however, have any trouble hearing the shouting drunk girl at the farthest possible table away from ours... Before we left, we both had to use the bathroom. I went in first (and had totally forgotten about the heated toilet seats), and when I finished told her that I wouldn't ruin the surprise, but that she'd love the bathroom. She did, obviously. We have a plan to HH our way through Belltown, but I wouldn't be surprised if we give that up and just head back to List again instead!
(4)Liz S.
This place is great for happy hour. It's a little small so the noise does build up but not to a point where I have to shout when talking. Came here for happy hour last night - second time here, first time eating. They were out of the gnocchi so I will have to try that next time. Eggplant was just ok as it tasted a little burned along the edges and wasn't anything special. List gets lots of points for their service though. I was there with two friends and though they sat us at a 2-top table with an extra chair, they offered to move us once the larger table cleared but the table we were had enough room since we didn't order too many items. The server was super nice and attentive and they let us stay well past closing without rushing us out.
(4)Hazel J.
First off, I love gnocchi.... And this place has the most awesome gnocchi... Truffle cream sauce... To die for Happy hour is awesome... Bottle of wine for $15 that actually is of good quality? Yes please. They even made the cauliflower craveable... I'll be going here whenever I get a chance
(5)Paull S.
What a great place. The prices are even better. I loved the gnocchi and Chilean Bass. I loved the happy hour prices even more.
(5)Sarah B.
I was very happy with my visit to List. We went for Happy Hour and right off the bat I loved the color blocked minimalist decor. We had the octopus salad, gnocchi and portobello parmesan. They were all great but I think the gnocchi was my favorite. The octopus salad was good- the octopus itself was cooked perfectly. The house white wine was pretty good too. I would love to go back.
(4)Pj F.
Good happy hour, good food, ok price, kind of loud though
(4)Emily U.
We went here for a late night happy hour where apparently all the entrees are 50% off! Not a bad deal at all. There were a bunch of small plates. I had the gnocchi (tasty but rich) and the pear salad, both good. And cheap. They have a decent selection of liquor and wine. It's very modern but clean feeling. Not a lot of tacky decorations anywhere. The service was great. There was one drunk dbag who was quite loud but other than that, fine. Oh, bonus: the toilet seats are heated. WIN.
(3)Christopher G.
List is one of my favorite happy hour indulgences. How can you go wrong with 50% off most dishes and drink specials? My stand-by dishes are the black truffled gnocchi, the spicy meatballs (yes, they really are spicy), and the burger (order it with truffled fries!). One of my HH buddies raves about the Chilean sea bass as well. Their drink selection is good, the service is always great, and the decor is fun. After all, who doesn't look better in red light? With a place this great, expect a full house! It's worth the wait.
(5)Brian B.
The fabulous and might I say beautiful people of LIST made my b-day an evening to remember. They graciously accomodated all 14 of us with warmth and smiles. We had lots of cocktails, that were expertly made. Foodwise we ordered: calamari and flatbread as appetizers hangar steak with lentils and kale -and- gnocchi as entrees both were good. The stellar service, stiff drinks, and beautiful people made for a great start for my birthday festivities.
(4)Ben C.
I know my fellow Seattle soldiers can relate here when I say that trying to juice excitement out of Seattle nightlife is a Sisyphean task. You keep going out every weekend, some week nights in the Summer, and everytime you get out there, the ratio of females to males absolutely favors all the Sex in the City fans (a.k.a. heterosexual chicks). Undeterred, you continue to roll out making the best out of what's there. Again, and again. So I don't quit. We go out and do what we do trying to get good drinks, service, and food all wrapped up in a clean, energetic venue. List has these things and that's why I'm a multi-peat visitor. Just like any other Seattle Belltown venue, it's dead Mon/Tues/Wed nights. Drinks are quality. Service is always good. The crowd is hit-or-miss, but birdie for the Belltown course. Ladies love the heated toilet seats that's for sure. You can't go wrong with that. List helps my friends and I cope with the in-between days which is the interval between trips to LA, NYC, and beyond. :) P.S. All I ever eat there is the flank steak medium rare - very good base food to help absorb all the a a a alcohol
(5)Eve P.
The gnocci with truffle sauce is one of the best things I've EVER eaten - yum yum yum! The grilled caesar salad was also more special and tasty than I expected...made me want to go home and try heating up my own lettuce...surprising how good it can be. My friend and I shared 3 small plates, which was the perfect amount of food. The atmosphere at List is trendy and dark, and there was a lively crowd there the Thursday night we were there. PLUS...wait for it...they have a HEATED toilet seat. Score! The reasons I didn't give a 5th star? The flatbread had lots of feta without enough cranberries or pinenuts - the ingredients I was most excited about. And I thought the food was a tad overpriced given the relatively small portion sizes.
(4)Deepa H.
This place rocks - the best happy hour place so far I've seen in Belltown. Its a small place and can be crowded especially on Thursday/Friday. I had recently been here for happy hour with my girlfriends and tried the Gnochhi with Black truffle cream & the flatbread with goatcheese, cranberries and pinenuts- simply incredible! Where can you get so great food at such a great price? The cocktails were also pretty well-made. And yes, our server was very sweet and always came to our table with a smiling face. If you are in Belltown and want to hit the happy hour -don't miss this spot!
(4)Rachana S.
This place has an amazing happy hour. The food's really good, and it's a nice place to have some drinks and catch up with friends. I'd often come here after eating a full meal at Umi's next door, not remotely hungry, just wanting some drinks and to prolong the night... inevitably, I'd end up ordering something to eat as well, because the food always sounded (and ended up tasting!) so good!
(5)Peter L.
Very promising first visit last week and with the same owners as Barolo, it's not surprising that they have a fantastic happy hour. In fact, they borrow the same happy hour with a $14 bottle of wine as well 50% off food. The menu, however, is more extensive and diverse and includes everything from pasta dishes like lasagna to spicy meatballs. The bacon wrapped prawns were excellent - 4 plump prawns wrapped in bacon served with beans and sauteed escarole with quite a spicy kick. There is also a small specialty cocktail list, but the cocktails lean towards the overly sweet side. The decor is a huge improvement over the former APT and includes a patio and large open windows. Anyway, I'll definitely be back again, and hope to update the review soon.
(4)Mary S.
I've only been for Happy Hour but we had the pear salad, calamari and sea bass, all of which was very, very good. Extremely fresh and cooked perfectly. Happy hour is sooooooo cheap everything half off! You can't go wrong!
(4)Lor B.
I'm still a lover ot "The List" - enjoyed tons of apps and copious amounts of vino last night and it was just as good as my first visit. To add to my top faves from my prior review: The burger w/fries (I don't know if they put truffle butter or what special sauce is in there - but it is out of control!), Canneloni and eggplant parm was amazing. Hanger steak & Shitake mushroom chicken did not disappoint. We ended up staying for 3 hours =which was dangerous b/c once we hit the 10p happy hour more vino started to flow . LOVE it here. PS: the truffle gnocchi and spicy meatballs still continues to rock my world! PS2: Linda Malbec, Hedges Three Vineyards Cab, & House Chianti are all good vino options to consider.
(5)Lindsey T.
I frequent List often and have yet to be disappointed. The food here is amazing, the ingredients fresh and portions generous. If you are able to make it here during happy hour (4-6:30pm and 10 - midnight) you'll find everything half-priced! Favorite dishes: Ahi Tuna & Goat cheese/cranberry flat bread Favorite drink: First Ave Cocktail
(5)Emily Y.
Two words. Heated. Toiletseat. Weird right? Kinda. Is a toilet supposed to plug into a wall? Maybe... Ok, food: decent. I had the meatballs. Perfect amount of spice, would have enjoyed a little more salt. Broccoli and cauliflower: standard. Calamari: over cooked. Nice atmosphere and good happy hour deals. Go here for a casual friend date or something. Share a bottle of wine and have a chat.
(3)Chris H.
We decided to visit this restaurant based on the reviews posted on Yelp. We were not disappointed. The grilled octopus salad was perfectly cooked. We also ordered the calamari and white bean dish; it was amazing. We got extra bread to soak up the amazing sauce. I had the Souve by the glass and found it to be a great addition to our meal. Finally, the service was phenomenal. Our server, Sarah, was personable and knowledgeable. She clearly enjoys working at List and made our experience even more enjoyable.
(5)Farah F.
I don't dole out 5 stars that often but boy does this place deserve it. First of all, they have happy hour all day on Sundays and Mondays. Two days!! That's insane! Insanely good, that is. Make no mistake, my friends, the quality of the food here is excellent. Where else would you find Chilean sea bass and black truffle gnocchi on the HH menu? Some places advertise a truffle dish and you can barely taste it, but not at List. When the dish came out, I could smell the truffle straight away and I even saw shavings of it with the gnocchi. It definitely made me feel like I was getting my money's worth. The Chilean sea bass was cooked perfect, seared outside and moist and flaky on the inside. I'm a big fan of the kale and tomato barley (?) that came with the dish. We also got the squid salad, which was spicy and very flavorful, along with the baked broccoli, which was very soft an garlicky (no, they're not like the blasted broccoli at the Black Bottle, but still really good). If I was going to point out minuses, it would be the lighting and the bread. The bread comes from Macrina, which is usually really good and the accompanying olive oil really was, but the bread was a bit chewy. My jaw certainly got a workout. The lighting was so low, reading the menu required some fancy maneuvering of the table candle to shine some light on our menus. Even though there were a couple of minor minuses, I'm still giving List five stars. The food is worth it. P/S: our waiter dropped a piece of bread on the table and instead of taking it away, he places it back on the bread plate. I was a little weirded out by it, but he was attentive the rest of the night so I let that one slide. Might have been a minor oversight, I know some other people wouldn't mind eating things off the table but I get creeped out by random people's germs sooooo......
(5)Mason M.
Came here last night for dinner. Pretty darn yummy. The mushroom soup was really good. The octopus too hot for my taste. The eggplant--solid. The gnochhi, uh-huh, yes--so good. Happy Hour prices are amazing. Two thumbs up.
(4)Jason S.
This was the first place we ate in Seattle and I was not disappointed. We missed happy hour (which would have made it 5 stars) but even at the regular prices the food is worth it. We had a couple plates each and shared. Defiantly try the meatballs and the flat bread with feta. The ambiance is great with good music and lighting. Sorry to sound like a total girl but the bathrooms are really nice. Very posh.
(4)Brian P.
For happy hour this is the place. All day Sunday! Can't lose with that.
(4)Michael E.
The Apartment Bistro has been replaced by List. The Apartment Bistro felt "blue" inside. List feels Red, mainly because of the red chandeliers. And there's more mirrors now which make the place feel bigger. Other than that, seems like the same place! Great drinks though on a short cocktail list. Glad this place isn't a closed store front anymore!
(4)Kelli B.
I'm not sure what to make of this place. I've only been there once with a group of 6 and we were celebrating a birthday so we wanted to sit and chat over a drink or two. I guess I'll just have to list my pros and cons for this one. Pros: *Good drinks - especially the plum blossom *Strong drinks - expensive (see below), but they sure are strong. I was too drunk to stand on my own after one drink (granted I am a lightweight) *Mirrors make it look way bigger than it is *Heated toilet seats - still not sure if this is a pro or a con, but I'm leaning pro... *Friendly service *Decor is decent - sort of Euro looking, although on the cheaper end Cons: *Expensive drinks ($8 - $12 coctails) *Small and crowded (Friday night) *Very loud music - fine for dance clubs, but not for lounges where you want to sit and talk to people *Everyone stares at you when you walk in. It is creepy. Overall this place is decent. It served its purpose. We got to sit around and chat (intimately because we had to squish our faces together to hear each other talk) and we had some tasty drinks. Much better than the other options in the area for what we wanted.
(3)Alex C.
Great all day happy hour on Mondays. I had the sea bass which was half price because of happy hour which was very good. Plenty of folks around on Mondays, so if you are into people watching, it is a pretty good scene. I like here and the Sitting Room since both have Monday happy hours.
(5)Matthieu M.
I really love List's happy hour. Their selection of food is really nice and also really cheap as well as their house wine. Definitely my favorite spot in Belltown for happy hour, I am surprised it is not totally packed each time
(5)Jeremy M.
We went here saturday night after finding out that Twist was completely full, it was funny because when I saw the place I swear I was telling my friends it was a HOLE in the wall(Pretty much is)! Seems to be a very small bar/lounge/restaurant, I would say seating they can probably accommodate probably 40+ seating? Their drink list was relatively short however I did not partake in ordering anything off of there. Bathroom doors were great! I swear after "X" amount of drinks and you go to their bathroom................HAHAHAHAHA! I was trying to push the door open forever! It didn't work, theres a door handle!
(4)Wayne E.
Based on a first impression, I am hopeful that things will improve. That said, the experience at List wasn't great, but it wasn't bad either. The decoration is great if you enjoy Red...my favorite color and certainly a draw to bring me in. However, not a lot else is going on. I thought the way in which tables could be re-configured on the fly to accomadate different size parties was clever, but also a bit of a distraction. Our service was actually pretty good, but at the same time a bit intrusive. It might have been we arrived early in the evening and they had a lot of help on hand...but could have been a bit more subtle. The food itself was good on portions, but a bit less than great. In particular, the Gnochi seemed a bit underdone. We were more impressed with the egglant as it had a very nice sauce. I will have to venture back now and see if I have an improved experience...would love to change my overall rating to the upside.
(3)Christine N.
One of my FAVORITE HH menus in Seattle!
(4)Stacie N.
List's all day happy hour on Sundays and Mondays...ARE TOTALLY WORTH IT. This place is tiny and crowded but when you do finally get seated, the food and service were prompt. My favorite dish was the Mussels dish. Since it was a while ago I can't remember the exact name but I do remember getting it for a STEAL with the HH special. Their gnocchi was also very melt-in-your mouth delicious! I also had a squid ceviche type dish that was good. Like I said, it was a while back (when I was visiting Seattle) so I can't remember names. Just go and try. You'll love it, I promise!
(5)Tina P.
You can't say no to their happy hour prices! Good food, lots of variety, and most items under $8. Plus the bartender, Rob is great to converse with. He's super laid back and friendly. I have also had great experience with their wait staff. Always coming to check on the tables at the right time.
(4)Linh H.
My friend and I went here for Happy Hour on Saturday. The place was crowded, but we didn't have trouble finding seats for 2. Since the place is relatively small, we had to sit quite close to our neighbors, which was a little distracting for conversation. The restaurant is very dim and it seems like the customers know and love their wines, creating an ambiance that was a little intimidating for someone who's new to it. All food was 50% off so we tried 4 plates: the gnocchi, calamari, roasted chicken, and flatbread. All of the food was excellent! The portions were good and we fill our stomaches to satisfaction. Note that there are only 2 wines on the HH menu. We weren't told this and thought that all whites and reds were 3.75 a glass. It wasn't an economic disaster when we were charged 7 per glass, but it seemed a little misleading. The wait staff can be a little slow on taking orders and processing bills. One guy in particular seemed a little stuck up. Other than that, service was friendly and helpful.
(4)Nick J.
We met some friends for happy hour one night and had a great experience! Drinks are expensive and the plates are small so try to make it for happy hour. The space is modern & fun and on a nice day it's fun to sit outside and watch the street traffic in the heart of Belltown. The service is great ... very friendly and they never forget a drink. We've been back a couple times since our first happy hour experience and our server (Brooke) always remembers us and our drinks. Things like this will keep us coming back.
(4)Amanda P.
I love to go here for happy hour, so this review is just for happy hour. Outstanding and tasty and an awesome value. I had the tuna and the shrimp and bacon. My only comment is that the tuna is served with lentils, which seems odd. I would prefer the tuna with capers. The bacon and shrimp is perfection. The atmosphere is cozy and chic.
(4)Vee V.
The best happy hour in this side of town. for an equal happy hour time go to Barolo , which is just as awesome. 12 bottle of wine?! 6 dollar calamari? this is the place.
(4)Matt T.
Great hppy hour. 50% a lot of the the delicious menu makes me a huge fan. The flat breads are crazy goo.
(4)Pamela H.
Spectacular happy hour offerings. The gnocchi was amazing, as was the calamari. Good deals on drinks, and the ambiance is great. The servers are very attentive (and cute, for you gentlemen out there). Two thumbs up from this patron.
(5)dan a.
by far, the best thing about this place is the happy hours. came here on a thursday nite around 8ish, and stuck around for hh at 9pm. they were completely fine with us starting with just drinks and a couple appetizers between 4 of us. but when 9 came around, we went crazy... we tried almost all of the happy hour food menu, but the highlights you should try are: - gnocchi w/ truffle cream - calamari - sea bass - bacon wrapped prawns - mussels the happy hour bottle we had wasn't bad at all either. as added pluses, the weather was great and they had the front completely open (floor to ceiling, looks like the space used to be a garage), and our server was extremely nice. this will go on my seattle go-to list.
(4)Miss P C.
A friend and I tried List for the first time yesterday and were very satisfied with our experience there. The food was fantastic and very well priced. Even without the happy hour deals the dishes range from 8 - 14 dollars; which are great prices for this economy. I had the happy hour wine and enjoyed it very much. Happy hour prices rock! The staff is very friendly, especially the owner Leo. We had a great time there, eating delicious food, drinking good wine and chatting up w/other patrons and staff. I will definetly go back and highly recommend it. P.S. Ladies bathroom toilet has heated seat cover!
(5)Travis S.
Yum Yum Yum......and great service too. We sat at the bar for HH on a Monday and the bartender was very friendly and chatty and the food was great (and 1/2 off yay). We (2 of us) shared the gnocchi, meatballs, the seabass, and the bacon wrapped prawns and had the $13 dollar bottle of red which all together came out around $40-$45 which is a total steal. The deco is a little minimilistic but who cares the food and the prices are right.
(4)Courtney C.
Solid and cheap happy hour menu! Half price off of small plates and $14 bottles of house wine. We went out late on Monday--several items were sold out for the day. However, we had zero wait, zero crowding and ample time to think over our choices. Service was okay? Friendly. Waters filled regularly. It does bother me a little to see servers texting in plain sight, though. We had the roasted chicken, bacon wrapped prawns, spicy meatballs and gnocchi with truffle. The chicken was probably my favorite, but the rest probably 3-4 stars each. If I lived in Seattle I would totally frequent this place.
(4)Dan S.
Very interesting atmosphere for an Italian restaurant. Also, open later than typical Italian joints, which we appreciated on our visit. Stopped off here after a concert at the Paramount Theatre. Had a little trouble finding the place, but when we called the person that answered went outside to guide us in! This was impressive considering the 20-degree weather that night. Oh, and the food was fantastic!
(5)Andrew L.
This is seriously one little spot, which is getting more and more exposure. Amazing Happy Hour... YES. Worth going? Yes. Date Spot? Sure. If there is little slice of goodness, there is little bit here take with the ambiance, works, especially for the younger crowd (20s or 30s). Moderately loud at times, darkly lit, you can sense that being intimate is one of the restaurant's goals, since you have to get in close, to get a sense of what the other person is saying... NOT A BAD THING, if you get my drift. Okay, the food... everyone keeps raving over the Happy Hour. Yes, a great price helps make the food oh-so-much better... and good for a good price, lends to a Great Meal. It might also help, when the girl you are with, is taken back by the choices; a good thing. Tonight's eating affair consisted of the following, what we thought might be the best items. We had a few of the items, the Grilled octopus salad, citrus emulsion; Pan Roasted Chicken, and Grilled Chilean sea bass; which were all done well. Not earthshattering, but delicious never the less. What screamed, go ahead and eat me, was the Gnocchi with black truffle cream - Yes, anything with truffle is generally amazing, and in this case, large pieces of truffle were found on this plate, making it somewhat the most delicious thing ever made in recent history. The gnocchi was cooked with a decent bite to them, and the cream sauce makes you want to dump something on the place, to suck up all that remains after you devoured all the goodness, which shows up on the plate. So yes, the place that many have walked by many of time, either going to Umi or Amber, is now on the radar of people who appreciate good food, that look, half price food list for happy hour, makes it worth coming, and if you bring someone with you, it just works like you didn't expect it would.
(4)Stan L.
this place has an excellent happy hour.. too bad we missed it and had dinner instead... but we'll definitely be coming back for happy hour their gnocchi in truffle cream as well their grilled octopus are damn good.. the gnocchi are ridiculously fluffy.. service was prompt and efficient.. the dishes did come out a bit too quick for our liking.. additionally.. it's really dark here.. i guess it's great if you have ugly date but you're hungry
(4)Sarah S.
Aussies been traveling around - hands down the best place we have ate at. Amazing. I would of paid full price for the "list" - just a bonus it was half price at happy hour. A must if near and over burgers ect.
(5)Suie C.
This time we tried the: bacon wrapped prawns- tasty, no complaints here eggplant- disappointing. It seemed a bit undercooked, the texture was a bit off, but the sauce was tasty. I'll probably pass on this next time. spicy meatballs- YUM. 2 giant meatballs that actually have a spicy kick to them! Didn't have drinks this time, which may have been why the noise may have been more distracting than before. Service wise, no complaints, except we had 2 orders of the prawns and one order didn't come out until after everything else was finished. Other than that, still yummy, but I'll be sticking to the gnocchi, meatballs, and seabass.
(4)Khoa N.
Gnocchi black truffles was delicious. I got fooled, I thought this was white chocolate truffles...
(4)Andrea B.
I have to admit, this was my very first venture to a happy hour by myself. I was in Seattle and it was either go grab some food and kill some time, or sit in traffic for a couple hours killing some time. No thanks. So I screwed up my courage and walked into List because it was recommended by the people I'd been working with. It was a good choice. I walked right in and sat at the bar. I was lucky to have gotten there so early because it started getting busy soon after and it's a tiny place. The bartender, Rob, was awesome. I consistently had water and friendly service. Good wine and the gnocchi was amazing.
(5)Brooke L.
Yelp rarely steers me wrong, especially when the establishment has hundreds of reviews. Based on the reviews we got the sea bass, the bacon prawns and the broccoli. I didn't have the prawns but my boyfriend thought they were ok. The sea bass was just ok and the broccoli was nothing special whatsoever. All in all, over priced food without much excitement. Server was nice, but we still won't be back.
(3)Natalie G.
Really good happy hour, but wouldn't come here if it wasn't happy hour since portions are small and prices are big. The service here is sooo slow. Tried to eat a quick dinner but wasn't given menus for ten minutes, and the waitress finally stopped by ten minutes after that... so all and all it took well over a hour to finish. The place is really loud, so we ate outside which is a little quieter. The food: Spicy Meatballs: Yes they were spicy. They had a good taste, but there was only two meatballs I thought their should have been 3. Burger and Fries: The bun was bigger than the burger. But the beef tasted high quality (this is your biggest portion for the price item) Sea Bass: Small piece of fish but tasty, came on a bed of kale that was yummy. The bonus: Heated toilet seat in the ladies room!
(3)Kristine P.
This place is exquisite. Seriously. Must come for happy hour and must be in a seat by 5 pm otherwise forgeddaboutit. 50% off happy hour, $4 BTG wine and $3 beer. Killer gnocchi with truffle oil and calamari. Definitely will come back when in town.
(5)Jennifer N.
This place is cheap AND awesome! Especially during happy hour. I paid about $10 for a glass of wine, salad, and calamari. It was ridiculous!!!! They have an early and late night happy hour so even if you can't get there by 5 you can go around 9pm and get cheap food again! Even when it isn't happy hour, prices are still very reasonable. The gnocchi was by far the best thing we tried - I would highly recommend it if you go.
(5)Alaina W.
Well, if this isn't a lesson on reading the yelp reviews (and not just relying on the stars) before trying the restaurant, I don't know what is. Not only that, there were multiple clues flung in my face that this was not the place I was hoping for. I had planned on taking my bf out for a date in celebration of his promotion at work. We started out with a movie he'd been wanting to see, and were going to end with an improve performance. Now, for the middle-- dinner-- I didn't know exactly where we were going to go. I knew I wanted Italian, though. Somewhere with good lasagna or spaghetti. While sitting at a bar after the movie, I prayed that Yelp would help me out in finding a wonderful dining establishment. I typed in "Italian" and it pulled up a bunch of places... I called one with an excellent star rating and as the phone was ringing, it became evident that I am a rookie at planning. Hello? It's Friday night! You need reservations for anything good. After being shot down, I came across List. It also had excellent star ratings. When I called them about a table, I was told they weren't super busy yet and had a few tables open. Clue #1 that it was NOT what I was looking for. It was nearby, about 4 blocks away from Pike Place... I was willing to walk since I had already parked near the market. However, it was on 1st in Belltown. Clue #2 that it was NOT what I was looking for. After passing a bum argument, enduring light rain, and jaywalking, we arrived at List. Wow. This place is small. And SO not anywhere near what I pictured as this particular evening's type of Italian restaurant. Dang. Well, we came this far, and the ratings are good.... I'll just play it off. Um, sure... Here we are! We grabbed one of the three available tables near the bar and ordered drinks. He got another double Disaronno on the rocks and I got the "1st Ave." It smelled delicious, very floral and fragrant. Didn't taste quite as good as it smelled, but pretty good nonetheless. We were brought a little bit of bread with oil for drizzling. The bf wasn't too impressed with it. I liked it, it was very basil-y. After a little while, we ordered. He got the octopus salad and bacon-wrapped prawns. I got the green salad with goat cheese and the gnocchi with black truffle cream. I had never eaten octopus before. Frankly, I have never had the desire to, either. But, after being told "trust me" by this special man, I figured I should grow some balls. I admit, I stared at the fork for a while. It taunted me. All intimidating... with its lettuce pieces and slice of purple tentacle-leg. Suck it up, Walker! Munch munch munch... okay, okay, it tasted like chicken. And I didn't feel any of the tentacles. The citrus emulsion was very flavorful, and had a nice zing to it. He also gave me one of his prawns. I am very picky on shrimp that is not breaded, but this was delicious. I'd order it again. My salad was amazing. I think I got lucky with the huge glob of goat cheese. It was so creamy and had some sweetness to it. (I love cream cheese, by the way. LOVE LOVE me some cream cheese. And if you do, too, try this salad.) Not enough pear, though, for me. Lastly, I share with you... the gnocchi. I had never had truffle on anything before, but every time I see a review about anything with truffle on it, it's a rave... I thought maybe I could add to that tradition. When the plate came out, I thought to myself that it wasn't going to be enough food. Don't be mistaken! Those little guys are fairly filling. The sauce was deliciously creamy and the gnocchi wasn't too mushy. Something weird happened to my drink, though... after I started eating my food, the drink tasted really gross. Who was to blame? Goat cheese? Cream sauce? Who knows. All I know is that I didn't touch that sucker after I took a fork to my mouth. And our server noticed, too. She asked if I didn't like the drink, and I let her know it started tasting weird after I ate. She offered to bring another drink. That was very sweet. I forgot what it was specifically called, but it was their version of a blueberry lemon drop. And it was delicious. Really, a very good lemon drop. The place as a whole was a win. The food was great and the servers were attentive. It just would've been better had I gone into the situation more educated about what I was getting into. I'll be back on Sunday or Monday for HH.
(4)Malini D.
Great place to go on Mondays. Why? Everything is DELICIOUS and HALF-PRICE! I used to come here with a friend whenever Monday rolled around. They have a very drinkable table wine available for stupidly cheap. And their food? Great, but amazing for the price. I've come here quite often and had quite a few of their dishes. I can't say a single one was a failure. They've all be quite delectable, but if pressed for a recommendation, I would say go for the Rack of Lamb and/or the Wild Mushroom soup. The staff had always been very friendly and warm. Both bartenders and waiters have been helpful in making selections and patient with me while I was debating which meals to get. As for environment, List has a low-lit, romantic flair to it, but seating is quite limited, so make sure you get there early if you're planning on going with a few people! The insanely low price will really make you a fan. Enjoy!
(4)Chris A.
I gotta say, this place has gotten better and better. Definitley one of my fav watering holes in Belltown for sure. I love the ambience here and the libations are superb. I've only had small apps here but they have always delivered. What I really like about List though is the people. Sarah and Alex are awesome. I couldn't ask for better bar service and the drinks, so far have always been spot on. My only regret is that I only get down there every couple weeks or so, being an Eastsider.
(5)Michael K.
There's something about the lighting of this little restaurant that made leaving extremely difficult at the end of our happy hour snack, which was actually a misnomer considering me and the young lady who accompanied me consumed five plates between the two of us, as well as two bottles of wine. Decoration-wise, my only complaint would be that the 'couple' tables are close enough together that you have a better chance of stealing a kiss from your neighbors' date then your own, but luckily for me, it wasn't busy and no one was seated beside us until we were getting our check (which also deserves recognition as it was quite obvious that they staggered patrons on purpose for everyone's benefit). Our first round consisted of a bottle of Pinot Noir (I think it was the Dashwood but I can't remember for sure) as well as a plate of the calamari and the bacon wrapped prawns. The calamari was good, lightly fried and perfectly tender, and the sauce that accompanied it was basic but rightly paired. The prawns were plump, huge, and full of bacony flavored goodness (technical term) and disappeared quite quickly. I'm never really sure how to describe wine - It was delicious and it made our conversation silly. Round two (The KO round) started about 40 minutes later, with another bottle of pinot noir (possibly Erath but again, not totally sure) and three more "small" plates. The eggplant parmigiana was delightful, and while I'm partial to my dad's way of preparing it, I feel that he would have been very impressed with all aspects of the dish. No trace of soggy eggplant, no bite that wasn't piping hot, perfect blend of parmigiana and spices, really well done. The seared ahi was done as close to perfect as I imagine it can be, and served slightly cold which is how I actually prefer it. I know people stand on either side of that fence, but truthfully, I enjoy it both ways thus making me easier to please. Regardless, the seared outer layer way jus thick enough to add that delicious almost smoky flavor and the inside was pink and tender. The sauce was a bit sweet for my taste but at least for me, the sauces served with Ahi are always an after-thought. Finally, the spicy meatballs - I am no good at describing meatballs. They were really delicious, but in words, they were little compacted balls of meat and spices that I ate and loved. Not over-cooked, not under-cooked, baby bear style. Delicious. For all of that delicious food and good wine to cost around 60 dollars was pretty fantastic. In hindsight, I get the feeling that I didn't read the menu closely enough to realize that the wine's we ordered were not in fact on the happy hour menu, but the gentleman who took care of us that evening seemed to read through my wine induced muddle and charged us as if they were regardless. Good Show! Fantastic date spot, fantastic fancy family dinner spot (I wouldn't recommend brining a large family), fantastic who needs an excuse spot.
(5)Andy A.
Perfect happy hour! Great food (esp the gnocchi with black truffle) and fun atmosphere. Highly recommend
(5)Patrick S.
Went here for happy hour the other night with a few people and had a pretty pleasant experience. While the overall ambiance of the place suggests somewhere aimed at providing fruity drinks and loud music, the food that comes out of it is downright delicious. In total we ordered seven dishes, and perhaps the most striking is that each of these dishes were totally cleaned off. At least for me, when ordering a dish like seared ahi tuna or bacon wrapped prawns, the last thing i'll ever bother myself with are the vegetables or other such things on the dish that are NOT meat. But all the extra stuff they put on the plates were as delicious as the main object, as well as complementing it as well (as is the purpose). The most notable to me was their grilled octopus salad, if only because grilled octopus at most places tend to be tough and chewy, whereas it was nice and tender here. There wasn't a single dish we had that I wouldn't order again, except maybe the organic tomato salad... just because it was so small I didn't really see the point of it (3 slices of tomato and some cheese). Be warned, the place isn't that big, so if you have a big group you might be waiting for a while.
(5)Justin S.
Delicious! I went there on a Sunday when it's happy hour all day. Got two beers two glasses of wine and four small plates for $40. Priced right and absolutely the bomb. Small interior though so getting a seat could be difficult.
(5)Jeanhee K.
I apologize in advance for repeating what all the other reviews are saying... This place has one of the best happy hours in Seattle. I haven't written a review in months upon months, but as I was savoring my gnocchi and sipping my white wine, I felt inspired to start yelping again! It's as though the wonderful flavors and textures at List awakened my dormant and hibernating foodie spirit... My friend and I ordered: Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream Flatbread with cranberries, feta, pine nutes Arugula with mozzarella and shaved parmesan Sea Salt Calamari Bacon-wrapped Prawns white wine draft beer The bill came out to $42 (tax and tip included). Not bad! Not bad at all, amigos! The only dish that I could probably do without is the calamari. Don't get me wrong.... it was tasty for sure, but it's a very standard plate of calamari. Everything else was absolutely fantastic, and I cannot wait to go back!
(4)Jerry M.
WOW not a bad dish on the menu. Happy hour is exceptional.
(5)Kristen M.
We visited the List based on the excellent Yelp reviews while in Seattle and were not disappointed. It is hard to beat a Happy Hour that is all day on Sunday! For Happy Hour most of their food items are 50% off and wine by the glass is $3.75. We picked the seared ahi tuna with honey-ginger sauce which was very good. Our favorite dish though had to be the bacon wrapped Florida prawns. They were fantastic, 5 stars, and two-thumbs up all in one! In addition, the service was prompt in a trendy atmosphere. We will definitely return!
(5)Poulina K.
A very solid 4.2 stars and a fantastic addition to my HH superstars list. This establishment is very small, however they did a great job on creating a feeling of classic romance with a modern twist. Crimson chandeliers and lots of mirrors create an allusion of a larger space. The food is VERY affordable, the plates have perfect portions to satisfy, but not overstuff and give you the option of variety. Most items are $10 -$13, unless you catch the amazing half off Happy Hour. BTW, all day HH Mondays and Sundays :-) We sampled half of the menu between 5 ladies, and all dishes were simple, understated yet exceptionally flavorful. For a small place they had a great wine list, and we polished off 3 bottles of the house red, which tasted light and fresh. Highlights consisted of: organic tomato salad, black truffle gnocchi, and seared Ahi. Definitely a place a girl can frequent.
(4)Elizabeth J.
I have lukewarm feelings about List since dining here last night during their happy hour. We each ordered something to eat and shared a bottle of red wine. I had the Sea Bass and it was plated beautifully, on a rainbow of lentils and greens. I was a little dismayed by the size of the actual fish, but it tasted great. The lentils were seasoned well and was actually my favorite part of the dish. Service was the most disappointing aspect to evening. Just plain slow and I felt like we were forgotten about several times. One server was very nice and very bubbly, while the other (maybe the host?) seemed dazed and kind of stoned. Also, I hate to harp about this, but it's annoying when a server brings out everyone's food separately with at least 3 minutes in between. It's awkward eating with people who don't have their food yet and it's also horrible to eat cold food. I hate to have to choose between the two. I will come here again, as I want to try other items on their creative menu.
(3)John H.
A must stop. Small but cozy local bar. We followed others and ordered the sea bass, bacon wrapped prawns, and gnocchi. The bacon wrapped prawns are a must try. I would definitely visit or recommend anyone to try this place multiple times. Back to my Fat Tire beer....
(5)Tam Q.
This was my fourth time at List. I fell in love the first time but the following visits have failed to impress me. Service seems unnecessarily slow. The food and wine only seem worth it if you go during happy hour. It's a nice place to take a date or for a girl's night. Grilled caesar salad -- yummm!
(3)Stephanie S.
The fat-kid in me wants to post up shop at the corner table and eat nothing but their Gnocchi in Truffle oil all day everyday! This place is so tasty, and every time I have been in here, which is not nearly enough, I have great service, friendly wait staff and delicious food! I love their happy hour, where else can you get a $14 bottle of awesome wine with your $6 meal? The seabass with kale was unbelievable, so flavorful it made me want to cry. The grilled caesar salad is fascinating, one to get to try, probably not for everyone. The location is very chic, not very large but you do not feel like you are crammed in or accosting your neighbor by any means. I would totally recommend this as a must go-to stop for happy hour! And if you do not like the Truffle Gnocchi, we cannot be friends.
(5)David M.
All-day Happy Hour on Sunday made this a surprisingly affordable night out. $15 bottle of wine (it's an Italian Sangiovese) which turned out to be really great with the meatballs...spicy! The bacon-wrapped prawns were excellent and though it was crowded with a line of people going outside, service was fast and the food piping hot when brought out. Would absolutely recommend and we'll be back next time we're in the area!
(5)Bob F.
1 star for service 3.5 stars for food and price. We did the happy hour which is half off most of the food. This place would normally be pretty expensive without it. The gnocchi is the best thing on the menu, nice garlic and cheese taste and very light vs dense texture. As far as service it is very bad, my gf has been 3 times without me and had bad service each time. It took almost 15 min for someone to talk to us when we sat down. We only or 2 meatballs instead of 3 (which u see in all of the pictures) and they completely forgot to bring out the mussels. We waited another 15 minutes just to get our check. I don't plan on going back
(3)Luca T.
This place is not bad at all but not a 4 or 5 star restaurant. The service is OK, the price is unbeatable. The food is just in average, nothing special. I tried 2 different dishes and both were so spicy that it overwhelmed the flavor of the food itself... although the meat was cooked well. Anyway... a good place to try, the atmosphere is nothing special.
(3)G B.
This is my go to place. The staff is great! The food is always consistently yummy! You have no choice but to return week after week! It can get incredibly busy, so be prepared. Best happy hour!
(5)Enoch L.
It's always great when you walk out of a restaurant and you feel like you robbed the place. That is to say, the food that you ate was so damn good and the prices were so great that you are on a high when you walk out. I came here with a group of 7 people. We randomly looked up an "Italian" place on Yelp and List was near the top so we decided to try it out. The wait was a bit long but we did have a group of 7. Once we got seated the rest of the night was great. The truffle Gnocchi and the Bacon wrapped Prawns were my favorite of the night. The Gnocchi had a nice subtle flavor of the truffle oil. Not too overpowering, just right. The bacon wrapped prawns were just amazing. Sometimes bacon wrapped food tend to be a bit strange to eat as the bacon starts unraveling with each bite. But at List, it's as if they fused the two together into one piece of deliciousness. I also got to try a bit of the lamb which was really good. I ended up taking care of the bill for the night which came out to $72 before tip for 7 people! I will definitely be back next time I'm in town.
(5)Laura P.
Super small place but hands down one of the BEST happy hours in Seattle, Food & Drinks. Enough said!
(4)Kathy B.
I love everything about this place. The decor is simple and sleek. Everyone here is very welcoming. The bartender seems really cool, he greeted us while we were waiting for our table. The hostess/ waitress also set our tables, was very nice as well. The food here is great. The drinks are strong. The prices are cheap! And last but not least..... The toilet seat warmer was a great experience! Would love to come back next time I visit.
(5)Linda C.
So many reasons why this place is awesome. Great vibe. Friendly service. Really good food. (Holla sea bass and gnocchi!) Fantastic prices during happy hour. Right next to Umi's -- another fantastic HH option if you can't get in... Yay for List!
(4)Kristen V.
My hubby and I visited Seattle about a month ago for my birthday, and List was one of our favorite dinners of the trip. We came in on a Friday night after a few drinks and walking around all day. The ambiance was great - very cozy and our server, Sara, was awesome. I wanted to hang out with her after :-) We had a good bottle of Oregon Pinot, and ordered too much food, as always. Everything we had was delicious. The gnocchi was my favorite, and I can't wait to visit Seattle again so I can order this dish. The mussels were great, as was the sea bass and tuna. Thanks, Sara!
(5)Nicole E.
I don't know what I can say that hasn't been said already. Happy Hour is where it's at: 1/2 off the entire food menu (not including special entrees of the day), $3.75 glass of house red or white, $3 draft beer. Pretty darn sweet. Today (Wednesday) I went right at 4pm and my table of 3 were the only people there. By the time we left, at 5:30pm, the place was PACKED. I ordered the organic tomato and gorgonzola salad, gnocchi w/ black truffle cream, and a glass of red. Total w/ tax and tip: $17! And, mind you, I was super-duper hungry. Those 2 dishes were very filling. Normally, I probably would have only ordered the gnocchi and would have been full as it's a pretty substantial amount. *I must say, the gnocchi is heavenly. Melt in your mouth perfect. Order it.* Service was good; efficient and friendly. Space is small and trendy. Bonus: my friend tells me the toilet seat in the ladies restroom is heated!
(5)Tracy V.
The happy hour is awesome! They have bottles of wine for $14, which is a great deal considering the fancy ambiance of the restaurant and its location. The truffle oil gnocchi melts in your mouth and you can really taste the truffle oil!- For less than $6 during HH. For $7 the Grilled Chilean sea bass is perfectly cooked with amazing flavor! Also great- the Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns for around $6-$7. I only item that I've had and wouldn't recommend would be the spicy meatballs. They had a weird consistency. The problems I had with this place would be that the music is too loud for such a small place. The service is awkward, but I can I look past that for the great food.
(4)Joe H.
Luv, Luv, Luv this place !!! For starters, you can't beat the HH here. It is one of the best in the City, and if you go on a Sunday or Monday, how can you beat ALL DAY HH. For the foodies (like me), you can not pass up on the Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream - it is AMAZING, especially for the price (truly unbeatable). The Flatbread is another of my favs, along with the Bacon wrapped prawn...soo good. The atmosphere is right up my alley. Dim lit, dark colors, and a trendy spot...def gives you that NY Vibe. The service is normally pretty quick and the staff all in all is pretty good. But I would be remissed if I didn't mention that Sarah my fav server. She is always friendly and consistently a welcoming face.
(5)Sterling H.
My daughter and I went there couple of Saturdays ago. Would have given it 5 stars except for we arrived like two minutes before they opened up. And the door was unlocked. We opened the door and started to walk in. The hostess/waitress said we could not come in and sit down and to come back. That was a turn off. Went to a local store and then came back about 30 minutes later. Great Happy Hour, good food. Loved the ambiance, then went to Baroloa afterwards. Still like Toulouse though better
(4)Jen F.
I've been going to List for years. Fantastic happy hour, and great atmosphere... Definitely worth a try.
(5)Rob C.
can you believe happy hour is half off all day Sun+Mon? came for this deal. and got seared seabass --cooked expertly, moist. spicy meatballs, grilled octopus with citrus emulsion quite tangy, mussels in marinara sauce good product, and gnocchi with truffle. pretty good for a late night eats.
(5)Melissa N.
This place has a really great happy hour. I love the ambiance of this place. It has a really good vibe if you are looking to go some where intimate for a date. If you are looking to eat there and not wait a little for a table you might be the lucky few. I came here after a day on the boat looking for some good grub with a great price. My friends recommended it to me. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great. We ordered a bottle of wine that was on happy hour awesome!!!!! It was very good. We ordered a boatload of food and most of it was all good except for the steak. The sauce was gross to me so I will definitely not order that again. This place has good service, good food, great service. Happy Hour all day Sunday and Monday!!! YAY
(4)Amanda J.
Came on a Saturday for HH, and absolutely enjoyed it! My only complaint is that I had dinner plans for later, and so couldn't order as much delicious food as I would have liked. $3.75 glass of Chardonnay? Yes. $6 for a generous portion of delicious mussels in perfectly seasoned broth? YES. Stealing some of my friends' fantastic calamari, amazing gnocchi in truffle cream, and perfect fries? WHY DID I MAKE DINNER PLANS FOR LATER? The heated seats in the bathroom were a really nice touch, although, if you're going to have heated seats, why don't you have hot water in the tap? Even this is not enough to deduct a star as the rest of the experience was that good...
(5)Jonathan B.
List has quickly risen to the ranks of my one my favorite happy hours in Belltown. $14 bottles of wine? Yes, please. Their food list is half off at happy hour. Yes, please and thank you. I'd say one of my favorite things on the food list is the sea bass, the tuna is pretty good too. They have this black truffle cream gnocchi as well. I am a huge fan of gnocchi, and I like theirs, but it wasn't my favorite... I guess I would leave that to the authentic Italian places to get it perfect. But overall, great little joint for happy hour with a friend or a date. List has a fan in me.
(4)Megan A.
I really want to give List four and a half stars but I am stuck giving them a four. Let me get my complaining out of the way first. They have overall good service, but the first time I came here there was one waitress, one busser, and one bartender, which would have been fine if not every seat in the house was full. We wanted to order some more food, and after waiting for quite some time, we had to flag that waitress down. My second complaint is that the music is SUPER loud. I don't mind music playing, but I had to scream at my boyfriend and the waitress. Last complaint (I promise!) - although this is a super small space, i thought they could have done a better job arranging the tables. Maybe the music is kept so loud so you do not have to listen to the conversations of the people that are sitting on top of you. Now for the good! The atmosphere is very chic. I recommend sitting at the bar, because the bartender has less people to attend to, so the service is better. Next, the food and drinks are delicious! I have not had anything that I did not like. Also, you cannot beat the 50% off happy hour prices! Overall, its a great time. Go! Go! Go!
(4)Aubrey A.
yum. fat tire. macrina bread with pesto. gnocchi with black truffle cream. yum. chicken with mushrooms and onions. double yum. wonderful flavors. chicken fillet was thin but not overcooked; it sat on a bed of arugula - very good pairing. grilled Chilean sea bass on a bed of barley/farro(?) in a tomato-ish creamy sauce and greens. triple yum. fish was wonderful; melts in your mouth with all the good flavors. the barley/farro complemented it nicely - cut the richness of the fish (sea bass is a bit of an oily fish) and added balance to it. portion was just right. and the prices are perfect during happy hours. (definitely come during happy hours. a half priced menu of wonderful food.) good atmosphere. medium level noise. attentive servers. worth future visits.
(5)Kim E.
Disclaimer: This review is only applicable to happy hour Simply amazing. Hands down my favorite happy hour in Seattle. Everything on the main menu is half-off (aside from the featured dishes) and there are decent deals on the house wines and draft beers. The service usually spot on as well. The only word of caution is that this place fills up fast. Mostly due to the small size but you should prepare for a wait. Overall, an excellent place to spend an amazing evening :)
(5)Bri M.
As far as happy hour food goes, it's hard to find a better value than List. All of their apps are half off (around $4 - $6) and you can do a bottle of their house red (definitely better varieties than most house wines) for $14. I recommend: bacon wrapped prawns octopus salad white truffle gnocci Atmosphere is a small, intimate space with low reddish lighting. Perfect for a date or start to a night out on the town
(5)Tyler C.
The service we got was terrible, but I think it was a fluke. If the service was abysmal the food itself couldn't have been a further opposite, good enough to put up with being ignored for 90 minutes. We tried almost everything on their happy hour menu including dessert, everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly except the cannelloni which was terrible. When they say spicy they really mean it, the spicy meatballs will make you sweat a bit but taste heavenly.
(4)Caroline Z.
Let me just start by saying I never noticed the heated toilet seat. But then again, I don't judge restaurants by the temperature of their toilet seats. Where I do judge them, of course, is the food, and this is where List shines. You really can't go wrong here. My favorite is the truffle gnocchi. I have literally dreamed about it. High carb heaven. The ahi tuna was also a standout, as were the meatballs and calamari. I even had dessert here once (full disclosure, I don't have much of a sweet tooth) and it was delicious (even more disclosure; when I do crave something sweet it's usually something low-rent like an Oreo Blizzard, so I'm not the best critic of restaurant desserts). While you're eating your way down the list, you can also enjoy $14 bottles of red or white wine (at happy hour), beer, cocktails etc. The only problem with List is that it tends to get kinda loud. Especially if there is a table of shrieking bachelorettes right next to you. If I were to give List any constructive criticism, it would be to refuse entry to the shrieking-prone. Sitting at the bar, and going on Sunday (for their all-day happy hour) helps alleviate this problem. But, you know, I can't blame anyone for coming here, especially in a group where you can order a little bit of everything. If it were up to me, I would eat and drink here at least once a week.
(5)Kayan H.
I've only been here for happy hour. Their house red wine is delicious. Off the HH menu: GNOCCHI!! And any of the fish items, you can't go wrong! Tried the clams, lame. There was some meat thing too and that was also lame. Small place, but I haven't had to wait for a table yet. So, that makes me happy.
(4)Stefanie H.
We apparently went on a bad night. We came in to meet some friends, and the waitress seemed very annoyed we were there. We all ordered a drink and sat at a table. A little bit later the waitress asked if we wanted to open a tab or just pay now. We all agreed to just pay now. She brought over our checks. We had just ordered our drinks so we weren't in a rush to pay, and probably about 5 mins later the waitress very rudley announced that she was leaving and that we either needed to pay or she would start a tab at the bar. So we told her to open a tab. Very rude. There could've been a much nicer way to say that. It left us all not really wanting to continue being there. I paid for my $12 glass of wine---that in itself is enough reason to never come back--and we left. Wont ever go here again. I'm glad that other people have had good experiences here, because I sure didn't.
(1)Paulina L.
I went to the restaurant for the first time on last summer. They serve great foods and moderate alcohol. Everything was kinda pricey. However, I invited two of my friends to go there for the first time recently. OMG. It was a nightmare. We ordered the grilled octopus salad, the gnocchi, and the bacon wrapped prawn. When I chewed the prawn, I pulled out a blond hair out of my mouth. It was between the bacon and the prawn. I was disgusted and don;t know what to do because the food taste delicious, but there's a damn hair in it. Then, second tragedy happened when my friend realized chewing gums stuck all over her legging. She was frantic. Twice in a row, what else it'd be for the 3rd visit?
(3)Corianne B.
Black Truffle Gnocchi is BEYOND perfect! Beautiful vibe. Love! More in depth, the morning after: I found List on Yelp (thanks, Yelp!) by searching on my phone for any lounges within a few blocks of The Triple Door, where my husband and I were going for the William Fitzsimmons show (review for The Triple Door is on its way!) We arrived at 6pm. I do have to say, Yelp incorrectly lists this place's Happy Hour as being 4pm-2am - when, in actuality, it's 4:30-6:30pm (or something like that) and then again at 9:30pm until close... no worries, we were there in time. We wanted to try a couple menu items, so we ordered the Black Truffle Gnocchi (ALL the reviews had recommended this dish) and the Feta & Cranberry flatbread. BOTH were out-of-this-world good. I'm a huge truffle fan, but have only had truffle fries, and have heard of truffle popcorn... well, Truffle Gnocchi, for a carb-addict like myself, was heavenly. The flatbreak was delicious; cranberries were fresh and the bread was a spongy, thick, not-so-flatbread - toasted very delicately. The table also came with house bread/oil (a lovely basil-y oil). Our total bill for two apps and a couple of beverages was $24. We left, went to the show, and brough our friends back to List at 10pm. THIS TIME, we ordered the Spicy Meatballs and Sea Salt & Pepper Calamari... we told our friend that she would love the gnocchi, and then the rest of the table ordered Garlic Roasted Broccoli and the Angus burger. All of the dishes were a hit. Spicy Meatballs were incredible. I've never done a "twice in a day" but I have little regrets this morning - portions were pefect to share and left me feeling satisfied but not over-indulged. I feel like I got to try practically everything Happy Hour had to offer, and didn't break the bank to do so, and the restuarant (although small and dim) was beautifully designed and left me perfectly content never to see daylight again... red glass chandeliers, damask wallpaper, mirrors, silver beads, and a glam red-uplit bar... YES. Major win. AND THE WOMEN'S BATHROOM HAS A HEATED TOILET SEAT. It. Was. Awesome.
(5)Chipsie P.
Happy hour is a deal for the type of food you get! BUT I have mixed feelings about quality. I have been there twice. --- The first time was a late happy hour dinner on a week day. It was rather good. My friend and I ordered: -gnocchi w/ truffle cream (fresh and creamy, have to like truffle flavor, LOVE IT!). Rate: A -grilled octopus salad (YUMMY! We ordered it twice because the octopus itself melted in our mouth. However the salad dressing was not as good the second time). Rate: B+ -seared ahi tuna (good but NOT IMPRESSED). Rate: B -burger (simple, tasty, crunchy ciabatta, THICK hot fries, small amount of meat). Rate: C+ -The beverages are not that great (Cosmo cocktail not good; OK Pilsner beer just not cold enough to my taste). Rate: D ---The second time (a Friday night, crowded and the MUSIC TOO LOUD, we could barely have conversations!) -The grilled octopus was hardly grilled and was chewy like rubber, and the salad was drenched with a really SOUR dressing! Rate: D- this time!!! I COULD BARELY EAT IT! -Spicy meatballs were okay and a size-able portion. Slightly bland to my taste. Rate: C+ -We also had happy hour wines that I would rate D+. -----Looking at some of the reviews, the place is rather overrated. Quality of the food can be INCONSISTENT. Not recommending the cocktails.
(2)Kathleen M.
We went to List because we were on the hunt for a new post-work kick back in Belltown. We left List feeling unsatisfied and not so kicked back. Their happy hour menu is indeed a great one with 50% off all food items, $4 wine glasses and $3 taps. We had the spicy meatballs and baked broccoli/cauliflower, which both had an over abundance of red pepper flakes. Those flakes kept on hitting the back of our throats and getting stuck in our teeth. Bummer. I didn't finish the bites that were left on my plate. We also ordered the "fresh" mussels with wine broth. I was certain the mussels wouldn't let me down because I could easily have a love affair with a mussel. Not these mussels. They had a funky river water smell and gritty taste to them. I had only two and pushed the rest away. We also had the flatbread with feta cheese, cranberries and pinenuts, which was tasty, but not exciting. The gnocchi with black truffle cream was the only notable dish for us that evening. We had up to 4 different servers throughout our hour and a half dining experience, which drives me craaaaazy. I like to get to know our servers, figure out their rhythm and flow. And I love it when they get to know us, when they know my drink and can suggest which dish we should tackle next. We didn't get to know our servers because there were too many of them! There were times when our drinks were dry and we couldn't hunt down a soul for a refill and times when we became the most popular table with each server stopping by to check in every other minute. The servers eventually got their tables straight and the server we did end up with for the last 30 minutes was attentive and polite. I would have been nice to spend our entire time with just her. Will I go back to List? I don't know. I do know it's not at the top of my list anymore.
(3)Bleu Media Group L.
Have held business meetings here. I really like it!
(5)Miss Lei S.
Happy Hour review.......... First time we tried to come here it was a Sunday evening. Pretty crowded, hostess was very rude. Just said it's gonna be a long wait and walked off. OK, so we left! 2nd time we came here, it was still pretty crowded and the wait was about 15-20 minutes. Not too bad, different hostess.., but still not overly welcoming. She did say that we would be next to be seated but didn't bother to come back and check in with us or see if we wanted a drink while we waited. It felt pretty awkward to just wait and stare at other people eating. When we got seated, our server was nice. Pretty surprising. Food was good but I felt only the gnocci was great. As far as the wine, our server described it as "red wine..not sure what it is, but hey it's a great deal!" Hmmm... Great deals for happy hour which is why they're always packed. However, next time I'd rather pay higher prices for better service. There's many other restaurants in Seattle that have great happy hour AND great service.
(2)Ed L.
Cool wine bar in Belltown where they also serve food. Great place to socialize over some wine and bites. Nice dim lighting really sets a good wine drinking ambiance.
(4)Gayle L. M.
List is one of my favorite places in Seattle. Great food, great vibe, great service, and great happy hour. Also, get the gnocchi! It's awesome.
(5)Jessica Y.
Now I'm not from Seattle, I just got back from a 5 day visit there, but i couldn't stop myself from reviewing this place. We ate out various places, but the List stood out to me...mostly because of the Monday happy hour where food and drinks are half off all day! and we are not talking about crappy bar food, which is normally what i face in St. Louis where i reside, but full out delicious, gourmet tapas. I went with my bf and our two foodie friends. The bill for a bottle of wine and 8 tapas dishes was 80 bucks, quite a steal! My number one recommendation was the black truffle gnocchi, definitely a food orgasm in your mouth. The cream sauce was rich and oozing with flavor and the gnocchi pasta melted in your mouth, just the right texture, a buttery, wonderful quality. I've had tough and bland gnocchi so many times I had almost ruled it out, but this dish redeemed gnocchi's awesome potential. We also ordered the seared ahi tuna and the sea bass, both of which were melt- in -your- mouth tender and were served with greens and lentils. The lentils themselves were delicious, seasoned just right. We also got the chicken with mushrooms which was bland in my opinion and not enough mushrooms. The mussels were alright, served in the shell atop a tomato/cream sauce. Nothing too remarkable. I think i just get frustrated with mussels overall since i want the cream sauce with every bite so i have to use a spoon..it gets messy. The flatbread was excellent as well, grilled bread with goat cheese, pine nuts and cranberries on top...might be missing something else, but it was a very good start to the meal. Lastly, we ordered the dessert..the only dessert option i saw, which was a tiny chocolate cake served warm (i think it was flourless) with a scoop of gelato. The chocolate was good, I mean how can you go wrong with chocolate? but forget that, the gelato was out of this world. Hazelnut gelato served on a bed of crushed hazelnuts..i was tempted to order my own bowl..its hard to split the tiny dessert portion amongst four people! Next time I think 2 desserts and 2 gnocchis. Anyway, i would definitely recommend this place but not any other day than Monday or if they have another happy hour day. If they can sell it to you for 80 why pay 160? Whenever I return to Seattle to visit, I will be back!
(5)Ksenia P.
Went here for date night with the hunny and we both LOVED the food. We ordered- *grilled caesar salad *gnocchi with black truffle cream *manicotti *grilled sea bass w/tomato farro All were beyond delicious. My personal rank would be sea bass, salad, gnocchi and lastly manicotti (these were too spicy for my liking but the server did warn us) The sea bass was perfectly grilled and paired so well with the creamy tomato farro- I could have liked the plate clean of that sauce. Grilled caesar is something new to me and was so delicious. Smokey flavors on the romaine paired with salty, fresh dressing...the boyfriend would go back just for this salad. Really stellar! Gnocchi with black truffle cream were so decadent, pillowy and creamy- love. It's pretty hard to go wrong with truffle cream. Would go back (especially for happy hour) Hunny's makers manhattan was $12- little spendy compared to some other places. My french 75 was on the weak side as well. (Head over to Local 360 for the most amazing Manhattan ever) Music was a little too loud, setting is very dark- would have loved to see the food more. But in general, def. like. and would recommend
(4)Stephanie C.
I was taken here for my birthday and I must say... it was a great pick! The bartender was awesome and super accommodating. We had a group of 8 people and there were no available tables... so we started at the bar and the bartender kept asking other patrons to move down in order to accommodate us. I had the gnocci which is to DIE for, the spicy meatballs, grilled ceasar salad... can't remember what else. The bartender also comped a birthday shot. Yummy! Awesome place to hang out with some friends and try some new foods. Only downside is how little this place is... so a group of 8 will probably not cut it next time!
(5)Scott F.
I couldn't get over how good that gnocchi with truffle sauce was. I literally just sat there and moaned for a bit. Unfortunately for me my boyfriend was the one that ordered it, but my seared ahi was outstanding. The sauce they put on it was genius! We went there on a Thursday night about 45 minutes into happy hour and tables were definitely scarce. The place was packed, but the servers seemed unphased, professional, and genuinely friendly all night. Fast service, although they did bring out our food at different times about 5 minutes apart. Maybe that's just their style? You could probably ask for it to all come out together.
(5)Melinda J.
Unbelievably good food - small plates to share, which we love. They also have wines by the glass and by the "taste," which is so much fun! The pear and goat cheese salad was wonderful, with a tangy lemony dressing. The cranberry and goat cheese flat bread was also great, and we took the leftover pieces home for breakfast the next day. Gnocchi with creamy tomato sauce was delicious, as was the chicken (don't recall the name). And oh the dessert...only one selection, a tiny warm chocolate cake with a scoop of hazelnut gelato...perfection!! The prices are extremely reasonable, only $61.00 total for my husband and me - for all of the above plus a several glasses of wine!
(5)Lisa N.
HEATED TOILET SEATS IN THE BATHROOM! That and all-day happy hour Sundays and Mondays, $14 bottles of wine, and the not-a-fluke-the-first-time-still-awesome-gnocchi bump it to 5 stars for me :) Yay, List!
(5)Caitlin R.
Awesome, awesome happy hour. Ridiculously good prices on food wine and beer for ridiculously good food. The sizes aren't HUGE, but good enough for a light dinner or appetizer. My only complaint is that the music is a bit loud so it makes it hard to have a good conversation, but if your on a blind date, that may be a real benefit to this place ;) Darker lighting and decor that seems a bit like they are trying too hard won't deter me from coming back for the happy hour prices. If you're as much of a fan of happy hour as I am, I definitely recommend giving this place a try.
(4)Anne B.
YUM! YUM! YUM! I recently went back for my 2nd time. This time was for HH and we stayed so long we made it to the late night HH. Our server, Alex, was awesome! She was super attentive and they were even low on staff that night. We were a larger group and not the easiest at times and she rocked!!!! THANKS ALEX!!! The truffle gnocchi is so delightful! I am excited to go back again, soon! :)
(5)June B.
Without sounding like a broken record on here, the gnocchi is seriously the bomb and worth going there for, alone. The bacon wrapped prawns are also pretty good. The ahi was just o.k.; it was a little too cooked for my taste. The drinks were nothing to write home about, but not terrible either. Our waitress was attentive and sweet, but I didn't like having to come in close like an old lady, just to see the menu because it was so friggin' dark in there. Somebody turn on a lamp or 10, for goodness sakes.
(4)Kim V.
Went here a few weeks ago for happy hour and I was not disappointed! The gnocchi is still as good as when I first tried it. The flatbread with feta cheese, cranberries and pineuts was really good. Big portion so definitley good for sharing. Actually all their plates have really good portions. I ordered the spicy meatballs and it was yummy as well. It has a nice spiciness to it. They served 2 HUGE meatballs, very tasty! My sister ordered the chilean sea bass and she said was good. I would definitley recommend this to a friend because the happy hour is amazing. Overall I've had a great experience both times I've been here. Tip: arrive right 9pm or else you'll be waiting! The restaurant is small and fills up quickly.
(5)Charisma Y.
Happy hour is such a delight here. It gets crowded easily though, but they do accommodate. You can start off by sitting at the bar, and once a table is free, they'll seat you right away. Definitely come here for their $14 bottles of wine and their gnocchi with black truffle cream.
(5)Tien T.
Times for the Happy hour to die for: Sunday and Monday all day Tuesday through Thursday, 4-6:30 + 9-midnight Friday and Saturday 4-630 Must Haves: Gnocchi with black truffle cream Grilled chilean sea bass (MSC certified) Grilled octopus salad, citrus emulsion Bacon wrapped wild florida prawns 13 food items are 1/2 off so they range from about $5-7 which is fantastic for the quality and taste. Staff is great and really knows the menu. For a larger group this place isn't ideal, it's very small and narrow.
(5)Sean G.
I've been to Seattle a handful of times and List is easily one of my favorite places there. Many have mentioned it before, but I'll echo it again. Anywhere that has half priced food and a legitimately good bottle of wine for $14 is worth trying. The menu has a variety of options, we tried the gnocchi with black truffle, grilled caesar and the beef shoulder with fries. All of the food was extraordinarily good, whoever is in the kitchen in this neighborhood joint knows their stuff. The restaurant is small but we got a table right away (though it was late on a Sunday). The service was extremely attentive and the waitress was super helpful in walking through the menu. I'll happily recommend this restaurant to friends and family if they're ever in the neighborhood and, next time I'm in Belltown, I'll be back!
(5)Joanie M.
List is the best happy hour in Belltown and probably all of Seattle: the entire bar menu is half off and delicious. $14 bottles of wine! It does get loud in there, but the food is so good, you get over it real quickly.
(5)stacy c.
This is more like a 4.5 star rating... I had read online and heard that List had arguably the newest, best happy hour in all of Seattle, and after coming to visit.. I ALMOST agreed.. winner goes to Barolo, List's sister restaurant. Nonetheless, this place was great, ambient, and tasty. My friend and I were seated promptly during the all day happy hour on Monday. When we arrived at 5:00 pm, we already had to wait for a little to be seated, so definitely get there early if you can. I can't imagine how packed it is when it's normal happy hour time. We went with the black mussels, gnocchi, roast chicken with mushroms, seared ahi tuna. Let's start with the black mussels. I LOVE shellfish, and normally, my take on seafood and fish is... beggars can't be choosers as long as it doesn't give me tummy aches after. But... after reading some reviews on their mussels being a little fishy, I decided it was worth giving a shot anyway. My friend was not a fan of seafood to begin with, and after I had a first couple, I had to agree. They were extremely fishy; rather disappointing. I don't know if squeezing the lemon over them made it worse, but I definitely wouldn't advise anyone to order them. There are better things on the menu. Okay, I am not a huge fan of gnocchi. If you've read my Gather in Berkeley review, pretty much all gnocchi to me look and taste like barf in the form of pellets. Nonetheless, everyone raved about how amazing the gnocchi with black truffle cream was. And so, it was worth a try, and it was... a big deal. The gnocchi, alone... whatever, but damn that black truffle cream sauce was delish. The roast chicken and mushrooms. I mean really, chicken is also a good option. It pretty much always tastes the same, is more or less tender, and a sure crowd pleaser. The chicken was tender, the mushrooms were fresh and different. The seared ahi tuna. God damn, was it good. There is nothing like a good steak, and I think that goes for both meats and fish. The honey-ginger sauce was perfectly mixed. Maybe one of the best seared ahi tunas I've had in a really long time. These and a couple glasses of white wine for $40. Awesome.
(5)Albert V V.
My boys and I are visiting from the Yay area and this was our last stop for the night. If I wasnt already restaurant hopping, I would probably get 3 plates next time. Happy hour prices make this place totally worth it! ~ Ambiance: chill, dark, and modern Service: nice, talkative bartender/waiter. checked in with water often and made knowledgable suggestions: Food: - most of their stuff is very seasoned. - Sea bass - cooked so its was goldenly charred. FUCKEN delis! - Octopus salad - :) - bacon wrapped prawns...!!!!!!!!! ehs: - green, pear, goat cheez salad: cheez came in a clump, salad was very seasoned. - ahi tuna - not overly special - get the bassss instead! - didnt have any more beef for us to try out. but we got there at 11ish. the waiter said that they usually sell out around 1030. would visit a 2nd time!
(4)Thomas V.
This is one of my favorite places in Seattle. Safe, lux, awesome staff, intimate...and has a great sociology. Alex & team do a great job of making everyone feel welcome. I hardly ever eat here...but my friends always tell me its good. A great place for groups of 6 to 8.
(5)Annie F.
Decided to try this place out after searching for good happy hour and they did not disappoint! This is now one of our favorite spots for happy hour (all day on Sunday and Monday). Our experience was SO GOOD I can't wait to go back! We were greeted immediately when we walked through the door. The place is a little on the small side but that added to the charm. It was clean and has nice decor. My first drink was a Champagne Cocktail called First Ave which contained Grey Goose, black raspberry liquor, OJ, and Prosecco for $9. It was very sweet (which is how I like it) and delicious. Since it was happy hour, all the items on the food list were half off! We ordered the Angus Burger w/ fries $5, Spicy Meatballs $4.50, Calamari $4.50 and a cup of the Wild Mushroom Puree Soup $4. Everything was so tasty and good, I wanted to keep eating and order more food! I was stuffed and extremely satisfied. For dessert, we had Hazelnut ice cream with a chocolate cake. The drinks were terrific and the food was even more awesome! For the price of everything, you can not get a better deal. This is true value! We definitely will be back and the reviews speak for itself. Love this place! Must check it out for yourself! : )
(5)Charles V.
I hate your servers for the most part, but your food and drinks ate top notch, so I can't complain too much. Give this place a visit and don't mind the servers. Get the gnocci for happy hour with a really good glass of wine. Really good stuff.
(4)Phuong M.
I went with a group of friends and my boyfriend for happy hour. I enjoyed the dishes thoroughly. I ordered the spicy meatballs, seasonal mushrooms and roasted chicken, fresh mussels with wine broth and crostini, and seared ahi tuna with honey ginger sauce. The spicy meatballs were spicy and well seasoned. The seasonal mushrooms and roasted chicken had the best tasting sauce that complimented it well. The fresh mussels were good but nothing exciting as well as the seared ahi tuna. Overall it was a great experience with friends and well priced. The ambiance was nice and the service was good.
(4)Estephany E.
Amazing place! Loved the atmosphere! I had the gnocci and the sea bass and both were fantastic. The price was even nicer because I went on Sunday when they have happy hour all day.
(5)Paul B.
Dude. When I walked in and table-spied everyone's dishes for Monday's ALL DAY happy hour, I had eyeball orgasms. So cheap! So good! So many choices! Love it. Love it. We literally ordered everything on the happy hour menu, save the things they ran out of: mussels, fish thing, and calamari. All were good, but you can skip the meatballs -- twas too common. But for sure: get the chicken and the gnocchi. The place itself was small and trendy. Really friendly staff from the bartenders to the waitresses. I like restaurants with big windows in the front so you can people watch. The List has it. Next time I am looking for a good happy hour, I am definitely going to go out of my way to come back here. Bravo.
(5)Brandee T.
We found this restaurant on yelp and loved it! The service was great and the food/wine was amazing. Everything we ordered was delicious, but the gnocchi with black cream truffle sauce was incredible! I would definitely recommend this place and go back when I visit Seattle.
(5)Lisa L.
List has some great happy hour times: Sunday & Monday: All Day Tuesday - Thursday: 4:00 - 6:30pm & 9pm - Midnight Friday & Saturday: 4:00 - 6:30pm Great food for affordable prices: Wild Mushroom Puree Soup, housemade with porcini mushrooms - this was our favorite dish, it was so flavorful, hearty and has some surprise heat. This isn't a HH item, lucky for us, it's available anytime for $4. Gnocchi w/Black Truffle Cream ($5.50) - this was great, but it could use more truffle flavoring...didn't taste much of it. Spicy Meatballs ($4.50) - this was ok. It definitely had some heat and was moist, but not anything spectacular. The white that they offered was a tasty chardonnay, pretty good for $3.75/glass or $14/bottle. Bummer, they were out of the sea bass and we would have liked a little more space between our table and the group of eight next to us. Overall, the service was friendly and efficient. The food was great, surprisingly good seasoning and texture was the element that bumped up each dish. The restaurant while tiny, had some nice splashes of glamour with the mini-chandeliers, mirrors and the damask patterned hallway. The atmosphere was casual and unrushed. This is a great place for late night happy hour!
(4)Fatima G.
Does anyone feel like they're walking into a nightclub or a scene from sex and the city here? I did. Usually when you come to snazzy decor place like this you expect mediocre food, but this place surprised me. First, let me mention how a happy hour bottle of wine is only $14. That's a steal, especially when you split it with 3 great girlfriends! I ordered the gnocchi with truffle cream sauce because i'm a sucker for truffles and it was delicious. I love that their list menu is 50% off during happy hour because it gives you a chance to try a few things. I had bites of the chicken, ahi tuna and sea bass, all delicious and worth the $5 happy hour price!
(4)Angelina L.
I have been here a few times for drinks, but didn't think it was fair to review this place until I had some of their food. The other night I did and it was definitely worth waiting to review this place until I did. We came here later in the evening, so we were able to take advantage of their 9pm to midnight happy hour (they have other times for happy hour also). All food is 50% off and they have $14 dollar bottles of wine and $3 beers on tap. How can you complain about that??? As far as I'm concerned, you can't especially since the food is sooo good!!! Sexy clientele, sleek environment, nice staff with fast service, red lit bathrooms with heated toilet seats. Who could say no to all of the great things this place has to offer?? Not, me!!!
(4)Shan M.
5 stars for excellent food and service. The happy hour is pretty awesome my girlfriend and I shared a bottle of wine and 3 apps for roughly $35.00 This place is dark and romantic. I loved everything about it. One thing I will say is sitting outside anywhere in Belltown you will get pan handlers coming up to your table I think we had 4-5 of them in a 2 hour time span. If you don't want to be bothered I'd sit inside.
(5)Theresa V.
Favorite dish: gnocchi One of the best happy hours I've ever been to. Our bartender and server were (1) super nice (2) attentive (3) fast! Small place so it starts to get packed quickly.
(4)Molly M.
List's Happy Hour is the best! The food was great and the service was fantastic.
(4)Thuy D.
Heard so much good thing about HH at this place, so I was very looking forward to stop by. Unfortunately we didn't make it for HH, which is fine I don't mind paying higher price for good food. Service was weird, we didn't feel welcome there at all, a bit uncomfortable. The waitress was not very attentive, stood right next to us chit chatting away, but once asked that we wanted to order some food she quickly pointed to the bartenter. The interior looks really nice and I really like the decor but space is very limited, not a good spot for big group. I thought the drinks here were good but was a bit dissapointed with the food though. we ordered Octopus salad - dressing was overwhelmingly sour, octopus tasted old and dried. Calamari - can't go wrong with calamari, the more enjoyable dish of the night. Spicy meatballs - very flavourful tenderloin steak - very tender but the sauce was a bit too sweet. Overall, I would come here again for HH but definitely not for full price.
(3)Jessie C.
Absolutely love their happy hour! It's a pretty cute, small place that makes you feel like you're in a real intimate spot. The waiters and bartenders are always fairly nice and the food comes out pretty fast. I could eat there everyday if I could. The gnocchi is to die for - I took my best friend who lived in Italy and she agreed that it was amazing. We also got some cannelloni, which was exquisite. I've also had their mussels, flat bread, octopus salad, and some other stuff from the happy hour menu that I can't remember but I remember it all being delicious. I've had their wine and beer and it was all alright, I definitely want to try their mixed drinks soon. This is a great, intimate place to bring a few friends to kick back and have a nice evening.
(5)Christine H.
Happy Hour at LIST was such a good decision. It is a romantic little restaurant with dim lighting, touches of red and isn't too noisy. How can you go wrong with $14 bottles of red or white wine and 50% off the food on their menu? HOW? Hehe, the answer is you can't! It is no wonder that this little place got packed within half an hour. We ordered a bottle of white (Sauvignon Blanc?) and red (Sangiovese) and the following food items: -2 Organic angus beef burgers with fries: good -Local fresh mussels in wine broth with crostini: good -Arugola salad with mozzarella and shaved reggiano: delicious -Seared ahi tuna, with honey-ginger sauce: good and perhaps another item or two that I cannot remember. I absolutely LOVED this place and especially loved the arugola salad. It was simple and light, but still very satisfying.
(5)Shayna L.
List is AMAZING!! My favorite Happy Hour spot. Sunday and Monday is all night happy hour! Robby, the bartender is a delight, and gives excellent service! I have yet to find a Gnocchi better then List, its white truffle sauce is to die for! You can't find better quality for its price, especially for Happy Hour. It's a must!!
(5)Greta D.
5 starts in reference to HH. This sister restaurant of Barolo is another spin on wonderful Italian cuisine. Favorite items on the menu: sea bass, bacon wrapped prawns, gnocci (sp?) Plus, same deal for HH house red/white as Barolo. Yum!!!
(5)Nick V.
You know what's nice? Consistency. In January of 2010, I started becoming a regular here, bringing out of town guests, business partners, reuniting with friends...we're talking 3-4 times a week for about 2 months. Fast forward a few months, and I come for a business meeting on a Monday evening. (Ps. they have all day/night HH on Mondays). I spent several hours there Monday night and we were well taken care of. Pps. (Side note) I noticed some cheap ass tippers! WTF. Please leave gratuity for your server/bartender/coatcheck person. If you "can't afford it" then stay your broke ass home. List in Belltown: Excellence in service, excellence in food! It's comforting. My current top spots for consistent good food/service: The List Barolo 520 Grill on Main in Bellevue Pearl Bar & Dining in Bellevue
(5)JungWoo L.
This place is pretty good. Price is reasonable. Taste is good, Service is also not bad. It is noisy in spite of small place if I have to say drawback of this bar. Finally, if you go to there at happy hour, it is really cheap. A bottle of wine is just $15, Dishes are half price.
(4)Marisa G.
Awesome happy hour prices for great food! Drinks: - Stella on tap makes me a happy girl Food: - Bacon wrapped prawns (enough said!) - Gnocchi in cream with black truffle (melt in your mouth good and a pretty big portion) - Chilean Sea Bass (the fish had a nice, chargrilled taste to it with some nice bitter greens and some sort of corn-type slaw to go with it) Ambiance: - Very dark and loungy so it's hard to read the menu (gave me an opportunity to use the flashlight on my phone!) - Good mix of people of all ages
(5)Shu Z.
Best food happy hour ever! Yo, let me tell ya what's up. Their food is amazing and priced well in the first place, then happy hour hits, and bam! Half price on almost all their food. What?! Gourmet sea bass, seared tuna entrees for like 6 bux. Yo snap, that' sick as hell! Their drink selection leave a little something to be desired though.
(5)Ed S.
Can't rate the food or service because this place does not serve under 21. We are from out of town and used yelp for reviews. Nowhere on yelp states that this over 21 only. Walked half mile from hotel to find this out. They were nice about it and recommended another restaurant.
(2)Stacy Y.
I am rating List based on their happy hour and it is a killer! I would think it's one of the top 3 choices in Belltown. This afternoon, we ordered salt and pepper calamari, grilled octopus salad, and gnocchi with truffle cream. All of them are fantastic and come in a good hearty portions. My favorite is the gnocchi, soft, creamy and garlicky. I was popping it like popcorn one after one. Frank's favorite was the grilled octopus - it was grilled nicely with the right texture and full of flavor. Prices are ranged from 4.50 to 6.00 - talk about a bargain and not to mentioned there are about 15 items offered in happy hour menu, it's got something for everyone. Although some may think their food choices are very typical of what you would expected from a Italian inspired lounge. But I think how they execute every dish perfectly makes this place very desirable. Oh and did I forgot to mentioned they got all day happy hour on Sunday and Monday?!! That's something you don't find very often in this area. Overall - Food was good, service was good, drink was cheap, AND most importantly the bartender is cute - what more can you ask for?
(4)Natty S.
Came here on a Friday night around 10:00 with a girlfriend. The place was teeny and pretty packed so we sat at the bar and ordered the rack of lamb with spicy butter gnochi and the flat bread. The portions were perfect for the two of us to share and were delish. The prices were super affordable and it wasn't even happy hour. The bartenders were cool and the decor is super cute. This place is perfect for a date or even just to grab dinner or drinks with friends. No complaints-Will for sure go back! Sidenote regarding the flat bread: It is really tasty, but heavy on the garlic. If you are planning on going out after or on a first date, you may want to steer clear, or just make sure you have some altoids on hand!
(5)Laura S.
Excellent wine and beer and the perfect eggplant. Very tasty grilled romaine Caesar style and yummy bacon wrapped prawns with cannellini beans and kale. Great atmosphere and super nice wait staff. And all at 50% happy hour prices. A memorable first meal in Seattle!
(4)Kimberley W.
This has to be one of my absolute favorite Happy Hour place The food is great and the menu is 1/2 off during happy hour, which is a complete steal for the tantalizing goodies that they serve. I have tried almost everything on their menu by now, but if you go there you have to try their gnocchi. What's also good on their menu is the mussels and calamari. But, they offer a nice variety of dishes that you really won't go wrong on. The ambiance is nice (on the darker side) and the bathrooms are gorgeous (heated toilets... fyi there are only two) but the place is a little small and will fill up easily. They really do not have the facilities to handle a party bigger than 8, even then if you bring a party bigger than 4 be prepared to either come early or wait. The servers have always been attentive and nice to us, but then again most of them know us by face now. The part that I love about this place is their $14 bottles of wine during happy hour. My friends and I love coming here and enjoying a pretty good bottle of red. The last few times that we went we were served either a Chianti or a Sangiovese, red wines that are a little more on the spicy side, but not as full.
(5)Hannah C.
I love List's happy hour. Everything on their food menu is 50% off and you can get a bottle of wine for $14 - you can't beat it, especially when we're talking great quality food and wine. The only downer is the high ceiling in this rather small place creates alot of noise when it's full, to a point where it's hard to understand the person sitting across the table from you.
(4)Shafaq C.
LOVE LIST. I've been to Seattle twice (making my way a third time this weekend!) and List is a definite go-to spot. Their Sunday happy hour is amazing, the ambiance is trendy, awesome prices, and the food delish!! If you're at list, first off, good choice. Second, be sure to order the fried calamari, flatbread, BLACK TRUFFLE GNOCCHI, and sea bass. If you don't need that much food then just make sure to get the gnocchi. You won't be sorry.
(5)Trang P.
I like this place! Great suggestion from a friend. Seating is limited and there always seem to be a little bit of a wait. But List has an extremely charming appeal. Very intimate and chic. All day happy hour on Sunday and Monday. Happy hour menu is extensive. Half off on food items.. in which were extremely delectable. I ordered the Seabass with couscous and the garlic broccoli. Both of which were tasty. However, I felt like the broccoli was a little over done. I like mine al-dente. The seabass had great flavor. It didn't lack in taste, and actually had a nice zing to it. I would definitely come back! Did I mention.. you can get a bottle of wine there for $14 bucks?! It's almost recession proof. Almost ;)
(5)Chira V.
Maybe I ordered all the wrong things (clams, ahi tuna), but it seemed as though the quality of the food was on par with the happy hour price. I would recommend the cheap wine @ happy hour and the experience of heated toilet seats then you won't be dissapointed.
(2)Nina N.
Tucked away in between the flying fish, and umi sake house is this quaint little restaurant that was formally known as the apartment, and is now named the list. Catchy names but it doesn't tickle my fancy. So on one of my networking days, I met up with one of my planners and had happy hour at the list, and I kid you not, I was actually dreading meeting her there. I just thought this place would be one of those "hang out" places in belltown where the people were really emotional, and the food was horrific. But to my dismay, I was pleasantly surprised. The staff was really attentive, and extremely gregarious. I must admit that I came in there with low expectations, and leaving pleased beyond belief. (so good I came back with a friend and it was as good as the first time) Things to order - hangar one raspberry vodka with soda water and a wedge of orange - gnocchi with light creme sauce and a drizzle of truffle oil! - fries - grilled octopus salad - clams also a side note: the lighting is really dim, so if you wanted to bring a date there when you're not looking your best, it's totally fine hahaha dim lighting on anybody is great
(5)Heesun K.
I loooove Happy Hour spots in Seattle. This is in my TOP 5. We had::: A bottle of Pinot Grigio for $14 (comes out to about 4 glasses?) & Flatbread with feta cheese, cranberries, pinenuts AND Bacon wrapped wild florida prawns. Flatbread was too thick but it was still delicious. and it was ~$5 for a 3x12inch flatbread so it's alllll goooood. Bacon wrapped prawns were a little too salty but went well with the wine. We didn't each much just because we were going dinner afterwards. I can't wait to come back and try more happy hour food!
(4)Shirin S.
List deserves to be on everyone's happy hour list. 50% off the food, $4 glasses of wine (that come with a small carafe refill YEAH you read that right), $3 beers...what more could you want? Oh, and happy hour runs from 4 all the way til 6:30, heck yes! So the absolute musts: *flat bread (heavenly baked bread topped with crumbled feta, cranberries and pine nuts...drool) *gnocchi (perfectly cooked pillows swimming in a delectable black truffle sauce) *calamari (a HH classic, crispy and paired with a non-traditional sauce). The service was excellent and the ambiance was great. But I noticed that it is small and the tables are placed very closely so if you're looking for a quiet setting go as soon as they open. Enjoy!
(5)Marie L.
When I lived in the U-District during college I loved having a "nice" evening out at Mama Melina's right next to the Seven Gables Theatre (and across from the old Tubs, but we won't go there...) - so I was thrilled several years later when the same chef migrated over to List in Belltown and Barolo on Westlake. List is in the spot the old Apartment was in before it quietly and quickly shut down last year. It boasts the only deck with a tree in Belltown and is cozy enough for two, but large enough for a party of 15 -- had my best friend's birthday party there last summer. Besides Black Bottle and the Big Picture theatre below el Gaucho, it's also the only reason I go to the 1st avenue section of Belltown. I'd recommend any of the house wines (at $14 a bottle during HH, they can't be beat), the gnocchi, the bacon-wrapped prawns, mushroom soup, and any of the salads. The food is literally TO DIE FOR. And the bartenders are awesome. Shout out to Sarah, my favorite server and workout buddy. Get there early, it's full most every night of the week for HH, and is always packed on the weekends.
(5)Angela C.
I love List. It's one of my favorite places for happy hour and it's such a good deal, with 50% their food menu during HH. Take last night for instance. My friend and I paid $28 total (after tip) for four entrees and we were comfortably full. The dishes we got in order of preference were: Gnocchi with truffled cream Grilled sea bass Greens, goat cheese, and pear salad spicy meatballs All of them were excellent. The Gnocchi is rich and simply to die for. The best gnocchi ever and it is good every time I get it. I also love the Sea Bass, depending on how it's grilled. Sometimes, it's not grilled as well, but I always get it because I love the side of the wilted greens and indian-inspired rice (tastes kind of like tikka masala sauce). As for the meatballs, they are very hearty and also quite large. The entree had two meatballs on it, and I couldn't finish mine. It did make me wish for a plate of spaghetti to go with them though. And the salad was light and the goat cheese fresh. I've been to List several times and have gotten most of the things on their menu. These are the items that I would recommend. I have gotten the Chicken and mushroom dish once before and I do NOT recommend it. For their caliber of food, I was very disappointed by that dish. Service is always nice and pretty fast, since the place is small and they probably want you out quickly so they can seat more people.
(5)Paula K.
If you want to be happy, go to List for Happy Hour but get there early! The space is small and fills fast. They have great food, and $3 glasses of wine, how could that not make you happy. Love the atmosphere, the red chandlers are brilliant! The have a tiny outdoor patio that faces the street - great people watching opportunity. The owner is super friendly and so is all the staff. List makes the top of my list! Doesn't feel like a typical 'Belltown' joint.
(4)Jennifer C.
My friends and I made a highly-anticipated first visit to List this weekend, and I gotta say, I was disappointed with the experience. We've been unable to score a happy hour table on weeknights as the place gets packed (evidence that the joint is popular) so we strategically planned our arrival at the start of weekend HH. Things started off great...one excellent feature of List's HH is that the specials are available throughout the restaurant, not just at the bar. Our server initially was attentive, but transitioned into being essentially unavailable as the tables filled. Perhaps the dining room was understaffed, but it was our party's perception that we basically were ignored after our plates arrived. The Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream was delicious and decadent with large shavings of truffle throughout. Baked Broccoli and Cauliflower was less memorable, but still a fresh and light bite. Causing us a great deal of distress, however, were the Mussels in Wine Broth which were absolutely foul. I hate to say something so negative, but the moment the server set down the dish, my nose told me something was awry with that bunch of bivalves. I love shellfish of all kinds in preparations from raw to blackened, but no way am I going to eat mussels that smell like organic fertilizer on a hot day. To List's credit, we weren't charged for the dish after voicing our concerns. List has several other dishses on the HH menu (very reasonably priced at 50% off regular rates) that I'd like to try, but I can't say I'm going to knock myself out to get back here quickly.
(2)Mark F.
Fantastic bites from smiling servers. Move "List" to the top of yours. Late on a Sunday night and not sure what we're in the mood for. As we walk past List, my date for the evening pulls us in. We arrive just in time to snag two seats at the bar in a packed restaurant. There must be something all these people know that I don't. Yep. It's the food and it's on Happy Hour! Before I tell you about the food, let me linger on the art of Happy Hour. Sunday & Monday: All Day Tuesday - Thursday: 4:00 - 6:30pm & 9pm - Midnight Friday & Saturday: 4:00 - 6:30pm On about 18 menu items of various proportions. Viewed at 1/2 off, the menu can't be beat. So what did we eat? Gnocchi- delicious pillows of love for only seven bucks! Broccoli- it's a vegetable. You should try it. Meatballs- Yes, they melt in your mouth. Mmmmm mmmmm good especially @ $4.5 I would not call this dinner but not a late night snack either. We weren't that hungry and this certainly satisfied. Thrown in 2 more items and you can call it a full meal deal all at incredibly HH prices. You'd be a fool not to.
(4)John L.
List is a great place for Happy Hour if you are looking for good food and drinks specials. We had a party of 3 and we ordered a total of 7 dishes and a few drinks. The bill came out to $70. We had the bacon wrapped shrimp, seared ahi tuna, pan sears seabass, salt and peppered calamari, goat chesse pear salad, hamburger with fries, and the meatballs. Overall, even tasted really great. The staff at List were super friendly and provided outstanding service. The only drawback was trying to find a parking spot in Belltown and the wait for the table. We got there around 5:15pm and waited for 45 mins for a table. (We still got there with enough time for the Happy Hour) I will definitely be going back to List.
(5)Amanda S.
The food is amazing here and HH is REALLY good. Happy Hour all Monday??? That's why this place is packed all the time. So yum! I've tried everything on the happy hour. I can't tell you what sticks out because everything is soooooo good. House wine isn't bad either and it's cheap. Bartender is super nice!
(5)Kim D.
This place has an amazing happy hour. The food is SO good, great service, great atmosphere. I'LL BE BACK.
(4)Linh N.
The gnocchi changed my life. So soft and delicious. It was like eating, "little pillows of heaven." The Chilean sea bass was good as well but I zoned out after having those yummy gnocchi. Oh, our server was pretty awesome as well.
(5)Mandy L.
This place has a sweet happy hour with half off tapas and major discounts on wine. We were here on a Friday night, and it was packed - a hour wait for a table. We got lucky and found 4 places at the bar, so we ended up eating/drinking at the bar. The bartender was extremely nice and accommodating. The wine was cheap, but great! I did not end up eating here, but the couple I went with did, and they enjoyed everything (I swear they ordered the whole menu; about 6 dishes came out). This place is VERY small, so expect to wait, especially if you have a group, or want a table. I'm guessing maybe 40 people. There is metered parking on the street (we walked from our hotel).
(4)Willy M.
List is probably one of the top Happy Hour places I've been to. Runs from 4pm - 630pm.....and we got there precisely at 4pm. Place started to fill up by 430pm. Nice, dim place for a HH to catch up and have some good drinks and share good food. Draught beers were $3.75 (I think) but my friend ordered her cocktails from the regular menu pricing. "Food List" food are all half off during HH. Great selection of food to choose from. We weren't too hungry so we only got some salt & pepper/chili calamari and the eggplant with tomato sauce. Both were very delicious and would definitely get it again. The waitress highly recommended the spicy meatballs and gnocchi. But we just couldn't find room in our stomachs to order it as we preferred to keep drinking. All the dishes on the other tables looked delicious though so Ill definitely come back and try em out. Service was great....our waitress was super friendly and awesome and even the other waiters are constantly checking and refilling water glasses and taking empty plates and glasses away. They even relit our table candle like 5 times. A definite recommend and one of the best HHs in downtown!
(4)Scott X.
I would probably give it 3 1/2 stars if possible....I have only been there for happy hour....the gnocchi was excellent, also the meatballs...the broccoli though was terrible, no flavor, nothing...(a little salt, pepper and parmesan would make a huge difference)...I like the cold moretti on tap... Biggest complaint...NO BREAD!!!...as in the restaurant had absolutely no bread...It's an Italian restaurant!!!...would come back but I would bring my own baguette next time...
(3)Sandra C.
After all the sightseeing in Seattle we decided to come here for dinner because it had good reviews and star ratings on yelp. Sadly I think all the stars and reviews are for the happy hour specials for the tapas that they have on the menu. Nevertheless on a Saturday night, decided to give this restaurant a try! And we ordered the fried calamari as appetizers and got the peasant that came with gnocchi and the steak and frites. The dinner entrees were small but still good. There was good ambiance and not packed surprisingly on a Saturday night. Because I was still so jet lagged, I didn't want to stay and order dessert.
(3)Alina B.
Very nice small place in Belltown. Very good food served in small portions, perfect to share plates between few people. The place is very loudy, which was bit drawback for us though most of the tables were casting conversations ok. Also dim lit with small candles and few overhead lights. We had Wild Mushroom soup - delicious, gnocci - fabulous, sea bass - very good and beef -ok. Relatively small menu but very efficient, service was very fast, not sure in friendliness because too loud to talk for me. Oh, desert - chocolate cake with hazelnut sorbet was fantastic. Overall we liked it a lot.
(4)Tatyana K.
Food is great, but the wine menu was very limiting. The cocktails are also just ok.
(4)Liz L.
This review is based solely on the gnocchi. It is amazing. And if you come for happy hour, you can get it cheap. You really should order two plates of it. FOR YOURSELF. Soft pillows covered in a truffle cream sauce, it makes you want to lick the plate clean. If I'm basing this review in conjunction with their other foods, I'd say I'd give this place 3 3/4 stars. The others are just subpar to the gnocchi. We ordered the bacon wrapped shrimp (which you would think, how could you go wrong?!), but it was over cooked and a bit salty and just not as good as it could/should have been. We also ordered the sea bass- which was ok, but nothing to write home about. I'll have to try some of the other dishes based on the other reviews, but always get the gnocchi.
(4)Grace W.
Man, the first time I went here was about 1 year ago. I remembered that I had a blast and the food was so so good. My husband and I thought that we should try the place again just to see if it was really as good as we remembered. We would have gone to the restaurant sooner except I couldn't remember their name or where it was located. We had come to Seattle for a visit so we weren't really familiar with the area. My husband however went on to yelp and looked in the general vicinity and found the place! We were thrilled. Unfortunately, when we arrived around 6 p.m, it was already pretty crowded. There was a line that practically went out the door. However, we decided to wait it out since the food smelled so good. The truffle gnocchi smelled delicious. After waiting for about 20 minutes, we were seated. Our waitress/hostess was really nice. Every time she came to our table, she had a huge smile and gave us helpful recommendations on what to order. My husband and I settled on ordering two orders of the gnocchi, the angus hamburger, spicy meatballs, broccoli, and sea bass. It was soooooo flipping good. Every single dish was really yummy. Since it was all day happy hour on a Sunday/Monday, all of our tapas were half off!! It costed about $40 but we were definitely full. The ambiance was also really nice. It was just loud enough so you could have your own private conversation without feeling like you're being heard. Also, you can laugh pretty loud and the white noise would most likely phase out your voice. The overall decorations make you feel like you're in a vampire's dwelling. I wish I could explain it better but they use a lot of red and black. I liked it even though it isn't my cup of tea in terms of decor.
(5)Jamie T.
Very good. We got lucky and came on a Monday just as our flight got in. There were 3 of us so we shared a bottle of wine (which was kind of warm). We were too late to order the clams which I wanted to try but we got the grilled caesar salad, grilled octopus salad, gnocchi with black truffle cream, grilled sea bass, spicy meatballs, and seared ahi tuna. I'd say my least favorite was the ahi tuna and my favorite was the gnocchi. Everything was half off b/c it was Monday happy hour (all day)! Loved it.
(4)Tiffany T.
Loud! I popped in here on a whim with a friend for a 5 o'clock HH and boy is it packed!! So many people, we got the last open table at 5:20pm. Downside is it's hard to hear my friend. Definitely seems like a place to drink - their drink menu is much bigger than the food menu but there are a handful of quality looking food options! Unfortunately, I'm off alcohol atm so can't comment on the drinks - which look appetizing (like the Blueberry Lemon Rocks) I had Calamari, Gnocchi with truffle cream sauce, and Salad w/goats cheese and pear. All three were equally flavor balanced. Textures were lovely. I'll be back.
(5)Connie K.
Stopped by after the movies for late night happy hour and I am in love to say the least. We shared a bottle of house white & a pint of house beer each along with the amazing 50% off small plates. Got the gnocchi, bacon covered shrimp, mussels, calamari, seared ahi & meatballs Left with a super happy full buzz and very reasonable tab. 10/10 recommend for great price, vibes and food! (especially the seafood). Will be returning for more happy hours soon!
(5)Denise T.
This is THE place to go to for HH in Seattle! 50% off items on their "Food List" portion of their menu... yeah you heard me! If you're by Pike Place Market, it's only a short walk away. On Sundays and Mondays, HH is all day! Gosh, I love this place. I went on a Monday around 5pm and there was plenty of seating. My bf and I ordered the following: x Gnocchi with black truffle cream HH price $5.50 x Salt & Pepper Calamari HH price $4.50 x Cannelloni with Spinach and Ricotta HH price $4 x Grilled Chilean Sea Bass $7 I was so astounded at how delicious and beautiful every single dish turned out to be especially at such great prices. My favorite was the creamy and succulent truffle gnocchi dish, so I couldn't help my gluttonous self and ordered two. My only wish was I stayed in Seattle longer so I could come back again and again. This was the perfect place to cap off my trip to Seattle.
(5)Jon T.
List was fantastic! The service was speedy and very friendly even though the vibe upon entry would suggest an air of pomposity. When a large party devoured all of the desserts in the restaurant, our busser graciously referred us to a competing restaurant down the street for dessert and cocktails. On recommendation, we ordered the gnocchi with black truffle cream, spicy meatballs, and the grilled Chelean Sea Bass. Our cocktails of Italian lemondrop and Bacardi Mojito arrived almost instantly along with complementary french bread and a splendid olive oil that was infused with oregano, rosemary, or similar herb. Almost within minutes of ordering, the gnocchi with black truffle cream arrived. The tapas style arrangement makes the dishes extremely easy to share. My wife and I quickly divvied up the plate and were treated to an amazing taste bud frenzy. The gnocchi is absolutely as good as reviewed by others. The spicy meatballs were huge, fluffy, and spicy as hell! A nice alternative to the limp, lifeless, and greasy balls other restaurants serve. The only miss was the Chilean Sea Bass. The risotto was low on flavor and the bass had charred skin around the exterior that had a similar texture to a burnt marshmallow. It was alright, but a bit disappointing. The dinner was a little too rushed at only forty minutes. Great efficiency, but slightly too quick to make for a full evening. I would definitely go back though.
(4)Martin S.
Excellent small plates very flavorful Our server Kim was cheerful and super efficient Loved the steamed clams and crostini Nice wine selection at reasonable prices Not too ma y tables and some load music but it added to the ambiance and spirit of the palace. Fair pricing
(5)N W.
If you are in Seattle on a Sunday or Monday, you should definitely consider having one of your meals at List, where they have 50% off all food items for their "happy hour" special (all day Sunday and Monday). I debated getting the sea bass or the gnocchi (based on rave reviews for both) but decided on the sea bass which came with some greens and grains. Normally $16 on the menu but $8 during their happy hour special. Totally worth it, especially in a posh nice restaurant.
(5)Ginger B.
This place is one of my favs! Great happy hour. Lots of booze and yumminess. Love it! Thank you.
(5)Emily K.
Honestly, List deserves 4 stars for food 2 stars for service.. So realistically 3.5 stars overall but rounding up because I love the gnocchi so dang much. They have one of the best happy hours around I can't deny, $3.99/ glass of wine and half off the "food list". Some things on the menu are just magical. If/ when you visit, please do yourself a favor and try the gnocchi. Literally the softest and fluffiest gnocchi I have ever tried. And the black truffle cream sauce is just perfect! Its my favorite plate of gnocchi ever! The spicy meatballs were divine! Loved that extra kick that really hits you in the face/nose at first bite. The sea bass was okay. But I do NOT recommend the eggplant parm! Probably the worst I've ever had! It somehow tasted dry and old and hard, just super unpleasant and not what you'd expect from an eggplant parmigiana! And it somehow took 40 minutes for it to come out? Also the house wine they served tasted sour and a bit old. But for $4 I said what the hey and threw it back. Anyway, happy eating!
(4)Paula C.
We were in Seattle for the weekend and found this place on Yelp. It was just a few blocks from our hotel, and we were lucky enough to get there just as a table was opening up. We weren't super hungry so the "small plates" approach was appealing. On the advice of our server we had the gnocchi, meatball and Chilean sea bass. We also ordered the baked broccoli. Everything was very good, though my friend and I are debating which was the best dish. I vote sea bass, she votes meatball with gnocchi coming in a close second for both of us.
(4)Tammy N.
WE LOVE LIST!! we come here often because the gnocci is just simply the best gnocci ever. our favorite bartender is rob... even though i havnt seen him in a while, i think he just works the days that i dont show up lol. i usually order a muddled kettle press, or we do a bottle of the house red for hh. we always try to order the gnocci. sometimes they are sold out of it and it makes me really sad. the octopus salad is also amazing. the evoo dressing on it makes it a whole lot better. it also comes with a lemon wedge. sometimes that is sold out too and it makes me even more sad =0( the arugula salad with fresh mozz is AMAZING. i love anything with fresh mozz on it and i love arugula... so this dish is definitely one of my favorites too! it also has evoo dressing. yum. i am not a fan of calamari, but this is really good. its not too breaded. the gnocci rose is very good as well, but it is not on the hh list. its ok, we still order it because its really good. the clams in wine sauce is also good. im noticing a trend here... everything is good. lol, including the service. we love list!!!
(5)Helen T.
Yelp definitely led me to the right place! I heard about the happy hour and I thought this would be a good place to come on a Sunday night. I came on a Sunday night at 7:45 or so, and the wait was about 45 minutes. It's a small place, and it's pretty dimly lit. It's a great place to bring a date, and it's definitely not a place for groups. I have to say that this place is pretty worth it for the happy hour (happy hour is all day on Sunday and Monday too :)); you can get a bottle of wine for $14! I got 4 dishes with a bottle of wine and the total was only $50, split between two people, which was pretty cheap in my opinion for the quality of the food you get. I'm sure even during happy hour, they don't make the portions smaller or anything, so think appetizer dishes, but they're definitely share-able. The food comes out pretty fast, and the service was great. My friend and I sat at the bar, and the bartender made sure our water was always full. We ordered the calamari, cannelloni, clams, and seared ahi tuna filet. I was pretty impressed by the calamri and the cannelloni. Normally, I hate calamari. I guess it's something about the super chewy texture and because it was fried. But the calamari wasn't super chewy and tasted like seafood and wasn't overly fried! It had a thin amount of batter on it, which made me like it. The cannelloni was also delicious - I highly recommend that. However, I was a little disappointed in the clams and the ahi tuna filet. I thought that the clams were a little tough - they may have overcooked it a little. The ahi tuna filets were seared more than normal so it was only okay. I thought this place was well worth the wait and money - for happy hour. Not sure how crowded it when it's not happy hour. I still have to give it to them though, I was impressed with the first two items we ordered, as well as the vibe and service. -.5 for the food, but I'll have to round up to a 5!
(5)Steven J.
Probably the best Happy hour place I've ever been to. Normally places with good happy hour either have good happy hour food or good happy hour drinks. This place has BOTH! Their HH is daily from 4-6:30pm. I don't believe they take reservations so make sure to come early enough before HH ends. The place is very small so not the greatest place for a group. Their HH consist of 50% off food and bottle wines for only $14 bucks!! Their dishes are supposed to be tapas sized plates, but honestly these plates were very well portioned. Here is what my GF and I tried. Food: Gnocchi with black truffle cream ($6) - 5/5 Sea Salt & Pepper Calamari ($5) - 4/5 Grilled Chilean Seabass ($7) - 8/5 (Sea bass for $7 bucks!! This dish could easily go for $20-$30 at any other restaurant) Mushrooms with Roasted Onion Chicken ($5) - 4/5 I had all of the above with a bottle of wine all for around $40. A steal! Definitely one of my favorite spots when I visited Seattle.
(5)Sarah H.
It's definitely hard to miss this place if you aren't looking for it. I've probably walked on that block a million times and thought it was another attachment to Umi Sake House. Anyways... the atmosphere is really relaxed. The restaurant is small so when it starts to et really busy it gets kind of hard to move around. The happy hour there is awesome!! Great long list of options! Go for the gnocchi with the truffle cream sauce. The gnocchi wasn't too dense and the sauce was just perfect. The Chilean sea bass dish was pretty good as swell. The fish itself was cooked well and the farrow they served with it was great! Then the drinks, happy hour for the wine, at least I believe that was what our server said, anyways here recommendation on the red they had there was super.
(4)Melissa W.
Went for all day happy hour on Monday - $15 bottle of wine and 50% off "the food list". With that kind of deal, you can expect a wait. We patiently waited to be seated but we saw some folks who walked in and plopped right down (I guess that's what the locals/regulars do). They dim the lights to set the mood but they really squeeze in tables too tight (could hear more of our neighbor's conversation than preferred). Ordered the house white wine which was good enough. Unfortunately they were out of the much anticipated homemade gnocchi. We got the spicy meatballs (got a serious kick), grilled Chilean sea bass, cannelloni with spinach and ricotta, and eggplant parmigiana (the only thing I wouldn't order again; it was a slab of eggplant sprinkled with parmesan), and finished off with the Belgium chocolate tortino and gelato (small yet delicious).
(4)N M.
This place is really classy and romantic. Not too expensive. I am a vegetarian and this place has a lot of vegetarian options which made me really happy.
(4)Cody G.
Sunday + Monday all day Happy Hour is on point. The beer is delicious and cold $3.75, glass of tasty red wine for $4. The Spicy Meatballs $5, lives up to their name, I am still sweating. The salads were delicious, the Ahi, the cold beer, definitely come here.
(5)Chandra H.
Yes! We've been twice in two weeks and brought friends the second time. Their happy hour menu is half off for a lengthy appetizer menu. This is a great option because their "as ready" menu is a fun way to try different things while sharing. Our favorites are the gnocchi with truffle sauce, meatballs, the clams and bacon wrapped prawns. We'd pass on the chicken wth mushrooms and grilled pheasant. My husband likes the Beef and the Flatbread but I think they're only okay. Their wine list is limited but the selections they do offer are decent choices such as Stag's Leap Sav Blanc, Joel Gott and Oberlin. The cuvee is also quite nice. Both times Amber was our server. She's great! We felt so taken care of because before we even needed something she was there offering options and taking care of us. The second time it was a full house but you wouldn't know it with the care abs attention she gave us.
(5)Mary A.
Food, service, and ambiance at all top notch at List. I recommend the gnocchi with truffle cream sauce, bacon wrapped prawns, and the spicy meatballs. All amazing! For spice sensitive folks, take caution with the meatballs, they really do have a kick! Can't wait to try more from their menu! Also, happy hour can't be beat. All those fabulous dishes are half price during HH and portions were perfect. House wine only $3.99 too! Definitely going back to this place.
(5)Rina Y.
Waitress was definitely not willing to accommodate any changes made to the menu. "Everyone is made to order and we don't do substitutions..." I've never heard of such a rude thing before. Food was definitely mediocre and drinks took forever to come out. Not satisfied at all
(1)Dave F.
Never got past the host. Lot's of adjectives will describe, I'll refrain and just advise you can do better than List.
(1)Jessica M.
We really enjoyed our dinner at the List. We had gnocchi rose, gnocchi with black truffle cream, grilled pheasant and the mushroom soup. We preferred the gnocchi rose (a hint of spice) over the black truffle version (the crowd favorite). The pheasant was cooked well. My least favorite dish was the mushroom soup because although the flavor was good, it was too runny for my liking (closer to consistency of water than a bisque). We only saw one waitress serving the main dining area, but she gave everyone special attention. Her bubbly personality made the experience extra special!
(5)Derrick S.
Made reservations but still had to wait 45 minutes to get seated because this place was packed, this shouldn't happen at any restaurant. Reservations should always trump walk-ins or what's the point of taking reservations? This is an instant buzz kill. The atmosphere in the restaurant is dark and kind of mysterious. Thought the tables were way too close together though. Maybe reserving tables when requested and not trying to pack a ton of people in a small space may show that you're not 'selling out'. Service was great and on point though! Had the meatballs, gnocchi, calamari, which were all good. Entrees were good too. Didn't come here during their happy hour that many people are raving about. If the intent of this place is to be known as a 'happy hour' spot, then so be it.
(3)Justin S.
Service was great, but the food was only okay to me. Our table got truffle gnocchi, pheasant with gnocchi, meatballs, calamari, eggplant, and beef shoulder, out of those I would recommend the pheasant, meatballs, and beef shoulder
(3)Bruce C.
Excellent Tapas in a fun atmosphere. The spicy meatballs and bacon wrapped shrimp were our favorites. Tiny space with big mirrors so it doesn't feel small. Our service was excellent and the food came out when it was ready (just like it says on the menu). Looking forward to going back and trying more things.
(4)Lilly C.
After missing my flight home, decided to come here to at least have a nice last dinner. Even on a Sunday night, the wait for List was soo long. Waited nearly 40 minutes! The restaurant is just too small and only 2 servers. The tables were so close together we were literally having meals with our neighbors. [Gnocchi with black truffle cream] This seems to be one of the more popular items on the menu, per recommendation by our friendly neighbor. These soft pillows of gnocchi were really chewy and the truffle cream was excellent. **Yelp tip: ask for red pepper flakes... it balances out the creaminess of this dish and actually enhances the flavor [Green salad, goat cheese, and pear] Only complaint with this salad was that the pear was sour and not yet ripe.. [Fresh mussels] Wish they cooked the mussels in butter and garlic instead of a red sauce. They DO serve beer here! You need to ask for it, it's not on the menu.
(4)Jade L.
Holy moly. I've been to Local 360 and Umi (which are on the same street) and both of those were AMAZING. Then I went to List and my mind was blown. Damn Belltown, you've got some awesome happy hour places especially on that block. Happy hour is all day Sunday and Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 4-6:30, 9-Midnight, Friday - Saturday 4-6:30. I would definitely recommend going at happy hour because it's such an amazing deal. They have a list of tapas that are half off. The portions aren't huge (see: tapas), but that's perfect for trying a little bit of everything. For three people, we ordered 6 dishes: Arugula, mozzarella and shaved reggiano: loved the mozzarella, the lemon dressing. Just a "simple" salad. Recommended. Baked broccoli: kinda crispy around the edges, seasoned perfectly with salt. Recommended. Spicy meatballs: SPICY! I'd like to think of myself as someone who can handle the heat and it was spicy to me! Came with 2. Definitely recommended. Gnocchi with black truffle cream: mmm I love the smell of truffle cream and the gnocchi was so smooth, creamy, and delicious. Definitely recommended. Grilled Chilean sea bass: Sea bass is very juicy. This one had unfortunate timing because we got this after eating the spicy meatballs, which were so flavorful and spicy that it made the fish dish a little bland . Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns: my fav. 4 prawns packed with kind of a cajun flavor among the spicy grains, kale, bacon. I would most definitely recommend this one. I'm definitely looking forward to going back to List again soon. In fact, I'm kind of tempted to go again tonight. Be sure to go early. It's not the biggest place (smaller than Local and Umi for sure). I went on Monday at 5pm and it was packed shortly after we got seated.
(5)Domo C.
Very nice, intimate setting and the food is great. They also have an amazing happy hour. The gnocchi, spicy meatballs, and grilled caesar is a must!!!
(4)Brian D.
Came in on Wednesday February 19th, 2014 around 9 PM and was immediately greeted by the friendly bartender, Rob, even though I probably have not seen him in 3 years. List offers one of the best happy hours in town with the first page of their menu being half off on before 6 and after 9 PM. I ordered the Sea bass for $8 during happy hour and it was just as good as remembered. Otherwise, $14 for a bottle of house red is an unbelievable deal. I always visit List whenever in Seattle due to the excellent food and Rob's great service.
(5)Justin P.
The food is AMAZING. Just like all the other reviews say, the gnocchi with truffle sauce is incredible. The spicy meatballs are super spicy and have a real tasty tomato sauce with them. Go for the happy hour because otherwise it can get kind of pricey.
(5)Joe M.
We wandered in for the happy hour the day we arrived in Seattle. Such a great deal! We had truffle gnocchi, spicy meatballs, seabass and bacon prawns. Everything was delicious! good cocktails too. Came back again two days later for more gnocchi and meatballs.
(5)Halide T.
Great happy hour find! I was visiting from out of town and was told that this place has a really good happy hour deal on Sundays and Mondays all day. Great selection..Simply delicious..Definitely worth a visit!
(4)Maria A.
We came here for drinks and dinner while visiting Seattle. They don't take reservations, but have a cool bar area where you can grab a drink while waiting for a table. It's a really small restaurant and bar, so prepare for a wait. The food was good, we ordered small plates to share and liked the honey glazed ahi and truffle gnocchi the best. I wasn't crazy about the beef tenderloin, it was supposed to come out medium rare and was definitely closer to medium well, but the fries were pretty good. They brought us a complimentary dessert since we had to wait a bit longer than expected for our table, which as nice. Good service too. They should have a bigger beer selection!
(4)Jonathan E.
We had no complaints about List, but it didn't quite live up to the 4.5 star rating. Ambiance was fantastic. Happy Hour is a steal. Service was very good, but not above and beyond. Food was a bit of a disappointment after reading all of the stellar reviews: grilled Caesar - good, but nothing special; octopus salad - fun, but not amazing. Truffled gnocchi - creamy and good, but needed something a little more. I enjoyed eating them with the very good bacon wrapped prawns. Ahi - interesting flavor and nice lentil accompaniment. Mushroom soup - ok. That all said, I would go back, but only for happy hour. Got all the above + 2 beers + 2 wines for about $70, including tip!
(4)Adaleta A.
The service here is incredible! Our waitress was helpful with suggestions, very prompt with bringing drinks and refilled waters without having to be asked, and really made the experience special. All the dishes we ordered were fantastic as well as the bottle of wine. I don't think I've ever had tapas quite so well made by any chef. The ambience was nice and the lighting was limited so it was an intimate experience while also having great music (electronic) playing naturally in the background. I highly recommend visiting!
(5)Lenny D.
Went to List with my wife, as a suggestion from the person that checked us in at our hostel. Did the late evening happy hour that starts at 9. Got there early enough that we were one of the only guests in the restaurant. Patio is small so I it was already occupied. So we took a 2 person table in the middle of the restaurant. The emptiness changes really fast and stayed busy for the next 90 minutes we were there. Appetizers, draft beer, and house red/white are half off. Wife got the Goat cheese and pear salad and gnocci with black truffle oil, while I got the bacon wrapped prawns, Sea bass, and seared ahi tuna. We also split the spicy meatballs. Wife had a house red and then switched to beer. I myself, enjoyed a handful of the same beer. Food tasted as it should be expected; made to order, good, fresh, and brought in a timely manner. Staff allowed us to enjoy each dish, before bringing the next. Only complaint would be that I didn't know when to stop eating. Felt full and fell right asleep when we got back to our hostel. Have already recommended this place to a handful of people.
(5)Isy E.
I love getting drinks here. Very reasonable prices and great mixes. The barstaff is always friendly and so is the waitstaff. I haven't tried a whole lot of the food here. Gnocchi, albacore, and a few other things. I don't know what it is but I just don't like the food here. All of my friends love this place, but it just doesn't work with my palate, I suppose. Every time I get the seared albacore, I forget that I dislike it because of how favourable the reviews are and I always think... maybe last time was off. But no, it just never tastes fresh! The mussels are the smallest things I've ever seen. The sauce on the gnocchi coats my tongue in an unpleasant way. Meh. So anyway, I LOVE the ambience here; I wish there were more cozy cool places like this around Seattle. So I give this a four star review as a bar that happens to have food... bar food is almost never great, no matter how fancy it is, so no particular loss here. Go!
(4)Corbin T.
My favorite place in Seattle. We had a late Friday night dinner during our visit but was still able to find a table. the Sea Bass had to have been my favorite meal of the trip. Seared and Seasoned perfectly on top of a creamy risotto. The Bacon wrapped shrimp was good but a little too small to my liking. I'm convinced shrimp is served on the small side in Seattle as other restaurants had the same issue. The Seared tuna was tasty, but I wish the outer crust was a little more cooked and seasoned. Their cocktails were amazing. Definitely try the Blueberry Lemon Rocks! This place is a must visit if you are in the Bell town area.
(5)Bryan M.
Stopped in for happy hour: $3.25 draft beer and -50% on munchies from the "food list". We chose 4 items from the list: flatbread with feta, cranberries, and pine nuts, hand made gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce, calamari, and chèvre and pear salad. Our favourite item was the gnocchi. I've never had from scratch gnocchi before this and they were delicious! Good service and atmosphere.
(5)Jaspreet N.
Meatballs out of this world... The spice level was something I loved.. Tapas plates had good proportions... Vegetarian options could be a little more in number though.. Ambience is nice, but not too loud. You could sit and have a conversation in a group.. Though avoid too big a group.. All in all a very nice experience...
(5)andy w.
I went with some friends for their Monday evening special. The food was great. . .and at the Monday special prices (50% off small plates) it was amazing. We had 8 - 10 plates for our group but the truffle gnocchi was the stand out. Definitely looking forward to going again.
(4)K V.
All day happy hour on Sundays. The food menu is 50% off and their house white and red is only $15/ bottle. This deal cannot be beat! We ordered quite a few items and though all were good, the standouts were the gnocchi and calamari. Our meal for four people with a bottle of wine came out to $62-- amazing! I definitely recommend a visit. Happy hour in Seattle is awesome!
(5)Arden W.
Fabulous ! Highly recommend it ! Best restaurant I have been to in Seattle so far ~ Cannot WAIT to go back ! Atmosphere is great for a date, or small group of friends. Swanky & low-lighting. Utterly delicious menu
(5)Linh F.
despite the weather being less than perfect (pretty chilly and about to rain), we decided to sit outside in the patio area for the natural light. the dining/bar area is extremely dark. lit mostly by candle light. pretty romantic. too bad none of us were feeling romantic at 5pm. so here is the deal with happy hour at list: all items under their food list at 50%. bottle of wine - $14. pretty darn good. happy hour for fridays are 4pm - 6:30pm. we ordered a bottle of the red wine. for small bites, we went with the calamari ($5) and the broccoli ($4) (oh you know, we light to keep a relatively balance diet. ha ha). HH FOOD: both calamari and broccoli dishes were ok. nothing crazy gourmet about these two items. the happy hour size is on the smaller side. still, tastes pretty good when you're drinking. we enjoyed our wine... and for $14 a bottle? we enjoyed it even more. AMBIENCE: this place was pretty packed when we got there. good thing we were the only crazy people who wanted to sit outside in the drizzle and freezing cold. SERVICE: friendly staff. attentive despite the crowds, which is always a plus. OVERALL: i would recommend list as one many bars you should bar hop during happy hour in downtown seattle. $14 bottles of wine? i would do that any day. fo sho.
(4)Lyssa D.
A group of us stopped by List, after eating at Umi Sake House. We weren't yet ready to give up the ghost I guess. The drinks were good, we ordered Calamari and Spicy Meatballs. The stand out was the Meatballs! Who knew! The calamari was fine. I just wish that they served a few more meatballs, they serve 2, they are big, but a third would have been nice for the price. I thought briefly when they arrived at the table of that old song, "On top of Old Smokey all covered in cheese, I lost my poor meatball when somebody sneezed." LOL
(4)S G.
Long wait if you go at the wrong timing. Service was slow if you don't sit at the bar.
(4)Chris D.
This is the worst happy hour in Seattle. No seriously, it's terrible. The food is horrific, the drinks are expensive and all the patrons look like serial killers who won't stop sizing you up as their next victim. I feel like I'm taking my own personal well-being into my hands every time I walk into the place. I cannot stress enough just how far you should stay away. If you're thinking about going. Just don't. You'll regret it. If you insist on going, based on all these people who are lying to you, then go on a Monday or Tuesday night. I hear those have the least chance for suck. Just don't go after work on Friday, 'cause you're likely to see me there hating life. Man, I hope that worked.
(5)Jason D.
when eating at list, make sure to bring your darkroom setup so that you can use the absence of light to develop your photos while you eat. once we left the restaurant, we saw our waiter vomit in a nearby alleyway. using the bathroom at list is like a very exciting new game, because there is no working lock on the door. will you manage to finish before the next person wants in? give your best effort! at list, you should order tapas during half-price happy hour. if you don't manage to get here during that period, you can just order a water and watch the impressive speaker setup make ripples in your glass. there isn't much else to say, because conversation here is functionally impossible. the food was nice.
(2)Helouise S.
Went on a Monday, the truffle pasta, skirt steak and prawns wrapped in bacon- amazing! It's just a little dark and small, but I can see them being real successful and expanding. When we came in, there were a few things that were sold out in the menu, and we had dinner pretty early. Not upset though, the lovely and sweet waitress made up for it with her recommendations!
(5)Sarah B.
My fiancé and I wanted to eat dinner in Belltown and on Yelp, List is the highest (nearly 5 star) rated place. Maybe it's because we went on a Saturday night and paid full price, but I think the star rating is highly inflated. (Maybe everyone who reviews List went on Happy Hour which seems to be an incredible deal). We ordered the truffle gnocchi, a seasonal soup that had mushroom and truffle oil, and the burger. The gnocchi was the best dish. I also liked the soup. The burger was disappointing. Morale of the story? Nothing offensive-- food was good, not great. Service was also good. But not 5 star good. A five star place in my books is somewhere I'd take an out of town guest. List just isn't that place for me.
(3)Amy P.
Great little fine dining restaurant. Truffled gnocchi: Little bits of pillowy puffs in an amazing truffled cream sauce that balanced each other out. Ahi tuna salad: Didn't actually like this dish, it had tasted a bit bland.
(4)Amy H.
Had to get yet another happy hour at this place. The service is pretty limited and you dont sign in or anything. So you just stand beside each other and just do the trust system on who came in first. There is limited seating so if you come here at 10pm, you might be waiting a good 35-45 minutes since people are sipping on their wine for days. We actually came here for dinner so we had plenty of dishes to order. We got broccoli, meatballs, clams, fish, and gnocchi. The brocc was good because this entire trip we hadnt put a single green thing in our bodies but it was pretty damn oily for being our healthy option. Meatballs and gnocchi were whatevs but the fish was the winner. I couldnt believe that it was less than $10 since it was happy hour. I am telling you. You have to come here for happy hour because everything on that happy hour list is half off so it is ridiculously cheap. It is really cute and romantic inside and you have the option of sitting on outside in the front porch or indoors.
(4)Sarah S.
Happy Hour was amazing! We wandered in on a whim after my fave Italian restaurant was closed randomly for the holidays. Super busy at 5:45p on a Saturday night, so we sat at the bar. Great service at the bar, not my fave place to sit and eat but I'll take it for the HH. Tomato and Gorgonzola salad, terrible. The tomatoes were mushy and the Gorgonzola was overpowering. Black Truffle Creme Gnocchi is to die for, absolutely amazing. Bacon Wrapped Prawns, good, but really, really peppery. Spicy Meatballs, spicy and I like Sriracha and it was still spicy. The red table wine of the night was delicious as well. FYI the lighting is SUPER dark. So as long as you can read in the dark and don't mind not seeing your food too well. We will definitely be back.
(4)Debbie B.
The only reason why I rated List with 4 stars is because they did not have any bread on the Thursday night we went. With a Mediterranean-focused menu that has many sauces that are just begging to be sopped up with good rustic bread, this was a true downfall. The Spicy Meatball, Squid, and sauteed calamari all came in amazing sauces that could not be fully enjoyed. Nevertheless, the food was brilliant and we definitely want to return. My fiancee's brothers were in town and we went for the small plates. The gnocchi was amazing! Soft and just melts away. We ordered the octopus and it was cooked perfectly in a rich Mediterranean tomato sauce. We got the calamari cooked in two ways...delish.
(4)Tim N.
Food was good, although I liked Tavolata better. I would give it 4 stars for food. Service was terrible - the waiter was nice but there was only two! Hire some more waiters! Of our 45+ minute waiting time, the table we were eventually seated at was empty for 25 minutes...1 star for service.
(2)Jaimini P.
This is a must place especially during happy hours ++really nice ambiance ++really nice food ( yumm) ++ $$$ happy hours is half price and you cant cant go..!!! -At times really packed...:(
(4)Samy D.
After walking up and down 1st avenue I decided to try out the List. I sat at the bar and started by ordering a good glass of red wine. The portion was more like 2.5 but who's complaining. Rob the barman was exceptionally nice and helpful. Yelpers have commented on the handmade gnocchi with truffle cream. It was a little more spicy than anticipated but the taste was devine and the portion was more than generous considering it was tapas style. I then decided to try the Melanzana alla Parmigana (or Eggplant Parmigana in American). Another opulent dish with a spicy tang (seems to be a theme here). The Melanzana is baked and not fried so a little tougher than normal (I would suggest slicing it thinner). My only disappointment was the small amount of choice on desserts but who cares, that was the least of my issues.
(5)Caileigh A.
Well worth the wait! List is really small, and since everyone and their brother is in on their Sunday and Monday all-day happy hour deals, they whole neighborhood lines up for dinner. But, it's well worth the 30- to 45-minute wait to get a table at List (especially if you get the patio). Oh my word! The food is so delicious and the cocktails are just right. We got the spicy meatballs (3 stars), truffle gnocchi (5 stars), pear salad (4 stars) and cannelloni (4 stars). We'll certainly be back again. And it's at the top of the list for Belltown recommendations when family and friends are visiting.
(5)Nicholas L.
I'll cop to it up front: this is a biased-to-happy-hour review. AND, I was a tourist - relying on trusty Yelp to navigate my noms. This place is BOMB. It is SCHOOPER-Hip: - trendy world-trancey-lounge music, - extremely attractive servers, - mirrors everywhere so you can check yourself and others out (and to camouflage the extremely tight quarters) Food (on happy hour) was really good. Not a bad choice to be had, and I particularly recommend the chilean sea bass (cliche, i know) And HALF-OFF? Get outta town. (Which I did, since I don't live there).
(5)Raymund S.
After spending last Friday night at Black Bottle and being unsatisfied with the food and the bill, List was our next on the "to check out" list. I was attracted by the great looking menu, cheap prices, and high yelp rating. But after being disappointed at Black Bottle, I wasn't expecting much. We arrived at 530 last Saturday, and the place was only half full. It was a nice day, so the outdoor seating was already packed. We were seated right away and quickly ordered the happy hour bottle of white wine for $14. I wasn't expecting it to be anything special since it was so cheap. Boy was I wrong. We got this italian blend of chardonnay and some other grape I never have heard of, and it was spectacular. We ended up ordering two bottles. We started off with the grilled octopus salad with citrus sauce. Again, I wasn't expecting this to be anything spectacular because of the price. Again, I was wrong. The octopus was very tender (my girlfriend thought it was just at thue border of firm and tender). It was seasoned so perfectly, with a little spicy kick. It went well with the tartness of the dressing. Definitely will order again. Next we had the calamari. I loved it. The batter was light, crispy and very peppery. The calamri itself was tender. The aoili went well. Will order this again. Next we had the mussels. To me, this was the weakest of all the dishes. The marinara sauce didn't pair very well with the mussels, and when we added lemon to it, it just became overly sour. The sauce was sour to begin with. I probably would not order this again. The next dish we got was the seabass. Seabass is one of my favorite fishes to eat, so I've had a lot of good seabass. The fact it was so cheap really made me skeptical. Again, I was proven wrong. The seabass easily holds its ground to all the other great seabass I've had. It was cooked perfectly. The tomato cheddar hominy and greens (I think it was sauteed kale) on the bottom was just perfect with the seabass. I'm actually craving it. You know a dish is good when u crave it. Lastly, we finished off with chocolate cake and hazelnut ice cream. The hazelnut ice cream was actually very very good, not too sweet. It paired well with the moist choclate cake with fudge and strawberries. 4/5 near perfect dishes, great wine, and fast, friendly service gives this place 4 stars for me. The fact our bill was only $50, yes you read right, takes this place to 5 star territory. I don't know how our bill was only $50, but that was the best $50 we've spent in a long time. Really makes me cringe when I got half the goodness of food, an spent $100 at Black Bottle the night before. Our next trip to Seattle will definitely have List on our agenda!
(5)Sovannary S.
Happy hour is the best hour anywhere you go, but it deserves a championship title here at list. We got 4 "small" plates, got full to the brim and our bill was only 25 bucks! Don't hesitate! Go to List!
(5)Kirsten B.
Yes. Yes. Yes. This place is awesome. Little sibling to Barolo, as our bartender, Ryan, informed us. Was very busy, but staff was awesome, accommodating and welcoming. Decided to sit at the bar with Ryan. Solo behind the bar, he was still very attentive, friendly, and NEVER bothered by our silly questions. Spicy meatballs were on point. Arugula mozzarella salad clean and simple. Gnocchi were nice but honestly I have had better and wished I had room to try other things. Sea bass was butter-y and cooked perfectly. Sunday is happy hour all day, so our tab was ridiculously reasonable, love that room to leave much larger tip. Will be back for sure!!!
(5)B. Henry S.
This place truly made the strongest impression during my 3 days in Seattle. HALF OFF Menu during happy hours. I drank the broth in the mussels. Inhaled the Sole, devoured the bacon prawns. Each of us had our own bottle of white at $14.. Waitstaff very attractive and communicative.
(5)Beth A.
A happy hour must! -Excellent Service -Delicious food with unexpected flavor -Great for sharing -Fun experience ---I'll visit List again and again.--- Things to be aware of... -The seating is a smidgen crowded -The music selection makes List feel like a bar, but it's a great restaurant -As you might expect, parking in Belltown is a lesson in patience; bus or walk if you can
(5)Randee C.
List has one of the best happy hour menus in Seattle. Best sellers include: Seared honey ginger ahi tuna; Seasonal mushroom Chicken with roasted onion and their Gnocchi with black truffle cream which my friend Kei loves to eat with the Spicy meatballs so she can mix the sauces. The dining room is small so getting a table can be tricky (especially after 6pm when last minute Happy Hour-ers are trying to slip in). The service can be slow with only 1 server working the entire floor, but its not large enough you'll be ignored too long. Forget parking, especially on the weekends. Large groups are doable but difficult. These obstacles can be erased when you go to the restroom ladies. Three words: Heated Toilet Seats. Not kidding. Check it out, super swanky, super modern and very Belltown.
(4)Patrick E.
Definitely the best Happy Hour deal!! Half off the items on their specific list- the Sea Bass was wonderful!
(4)Sam H.
I may call this the Best HAPPY HOUR of Belltown!!! Two reasons... They have all day happy hour on monday and sunday which makes it possible for me to go!!! Their sizes and variety is just enough to get your palete excited to see what is next??? A bottle of wine is only 14 bones which is a HUGE AWeSOME plus!!! What I recommended? Gnocchi b/c they are known for it Grilled Octopus Salad.. oh my it's good THe Sea bass!!! There was alot more awesomeness here and there but saved it for next time!!!
(5)Cassie N.
My boyfriend and I have been wanting to go here for awhile. We finally got the chance to go on Easter Sunday, we went for happy hour. List is a tiny tiny little restaurant and it was really busy when we arrived but luckily there was one table open and we got seats right away. We ordered the Calamari, Gnocchi in Truffle Cream Sauce, Angus Burger, Florida Prawns Wrapped in Bacon and the Chilean Sea Bass. The calamari was good, I have had better or similar calamari else ware so it didn't stand out too much. The gnocchi was delicious, fluffy and chewy pillows of flavor that melted in your mouth. I would order that again in a heartbeat. The Angus burger was a little disappointing, a lot of bread and very little burger and the fries that went with it were just okay. The burger didn't seem ti match with the rest of the menu. The prawns were amazing, so full of flavor and they went very well with the white beans that they were served with. The Chilean Sea Bass was good, I have had better but not bad. All in all very good food and at such a great deal since it was all half off at happy hour. The food came out at lightning speed and this was quite impressive since it was so busy. The girl that took our order was really nice and attentive but the guy that brought out our orders was little clumsy and kind of rude. Probably because he was bringing out all the orders and it was so busy and such a small place. We also did not get any bread, I wonder if this is only for dinner and not happy hour? In any case we still had a good time. Pretty sure we will be back one of these days to try other things on the menu.
(4)Jaclyn S.
This place was an AMAZING find on my trip to Seattle. I was visiting for 2-3 days, so what to do? and more importantly, where to drink? Did some quick searching of Seattle Happy Hour deals and saw this place had an all day HH for Sunday and Monday. Yes. My honey boo boo and I inhaled the charred octopus salad, seabass, mussels, goat cheese salad and that $14 of wine they had. Though the decor seemed a little "2009" chic, the food all tasted incredibly fresh. We sat at the bar and the service from the bartender was very attentive. I decided to be nice and pick up the tab, but when I saw the price I couldn't help but be tacky and show my man how much I was spending on him- the total bill was less than $50! Go early (and often) because this place fills up fast- duh!
(5)Matt M.
I don't go here as much as I used to but I've always liked this place. Can get a little overcrowded because of the way seating is laid out but I've always had a good time and good service
(4)Mimi P.
Awesome spot!! Happy hour is great!!! They have HH all day Sunday and Monday!! We need this in CA.. The ambiance is great.. nice and intimate.. We came here with 5 on Monday night, and practically ordered the whole menu, beers and a bottle of wine... $14 for a bottle of wine... Service was good...We ordered the following: baked broccoli- good flavors.. organic angus beef burger, fries- the meat was good as well as the bun spicy meatballs- yummy, had a kick to it, just missing some spaghetti gnocchi w/black truffle cream- delish!! prob one of the best gnocchi's I've had! sea salt & pepper calamari- good, nothing stood out local fresh mussels- it was okay, the sauce was a little too weak grilled chilean seabass- delish! esp with the veggies.. bacon wrapped prawns- so good, we ordered more seared ahi tuna- yummmy We had a great experience here and left buzzed and satisfied... oh ya and the women's restroom has heated seats too...
(5)Dexter D.
On a foodie road trip and using a combination of yelp, triple d, various magazine reviews and personal suggestions to eat our way up to Seattle and then back down through Portland to the Bay Area. We arrived around 8pm on a Monday night thinking that we'd be able to slide right into a table but no such luck. There was a group of five waiting ahead of us and we had to wait about 15 minutes for a table. Not so bad considering that all day Monday is happy hour and tapas are 1/2 price. And it was our choice to not sit at the bar. Our water glasses were filled before we were seated and kept filled throughout our meal. Our server informed us that everything was available except for the mussels. We ordered: Eggplant Parmigiana - this dish was served last when we were already stuffed. it was decent but nothing to write home about. Spicy Meatballs - ow. I tink I bwoke my mouf! Two meatballs, each larger than a golf ball but smaller than a baseball and some spicy tomato sauce. We're pretty sure some of the heat was also molded into the meatballs themselves. Probably our least favorite dish because while there was plenty of heat, there wasn't much in the way of depth of flavor. Sea Salt and Pepper Calamari - standard lightly bread deep fried calamari. Small grinders of salt and pepper were placed on the table for us to use but we chose not to. Grilled Octopus Salad - the octopus was slightly charred which really enhanced the texture and flavor. This was our favorite bite of the night. Grilled Chilean Sea Bass - the fish was nicely prepared and served over some kale and tomato cream sauced faro. Third favorite bite of the night. Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream - Our favorite bite of the night! Perfect after walking around outside in the cold blowing wind, the gnocchi were hot, filling and flavorful. One thing that surprised us was that the menu doesn't describe the dishes in their entirety. Most noticeable was the Grilled Chilean Sea Bass (MSC certified). We expected a piece of grilled fish. The kale and faro served under the sea bass were fantastic in texture and flavor. Also, there was some heat (spiciness) in some of the dishes that we had not expected. Some guests might find this annoying. Overall, the food was good and a good value, especially at 1/2 price. We not real drinkers. My dining companion had a X-rated Tini which is made with Passion Fruit, Mango and Blood Orange Vodka. The space is small and quite noisy but the atmosphere is relaxed. Service was good.
(4)Hana A.
Sunday was half off day! Tried the gnocchi, mussels in a spicy tomato sauce, sea bass, and bacon wrapped prawns. The mussels were my favorite- so tender and juicy without a speck of sand. The prawns were a little disappointing, kind of overcooked. Service was great and friendly. Wait was around thirty minutes without reservations. Very young and hipster hangout. Bar area looked cool- the table was lit up with red lighting.
(4)Lizzie B.
my friend and i found this spot from yelp at the end of april while wandering the city. we loved it so much the first time we went back a second time a day or two later! the ambiance was very contemporary. dim lighting, not crazy loud music, and minimalist like decor. the menu is more tapa style so we ordered quite a few items between the two of us. happy hour prices were great and the selection wasn't short of impressive. the staff were very friendly and talkative even though they had a full house and just a bartender and 1 waitress. they handled themselves well. everyone was taken care of and they were social. great combo! i'm excited to go back if ever i find myself in seattle!
(5)Rona L.
ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR on Mondays. Need I say more? Okay, if you insist... After having List on my Bookmarks for what seems like forever, I finally got to try it yesterday during happy hour. We ordered: -Octopus salad: I usually prefer squid and am not fond of octopus, but I liked the way List prepared it. It was lightly seasoned with lemon, salt, and pepper. -Black truffle Gnocchi: yumm...soft and pillowy - delicious! -Spicy meatballs: the meatballs themselves were nice and spicy while the sweet and tangy marinara cooled everything down -Chicken and mushroom: not my favorite. The chicken was definitely overcooked which makes for an unpleasant experience. But the mushrooms and sauce were great. Add a bottle of the house red for $14 and it made for a perfect happy hour/dinner experience - although, I will say that our service was lacking. But our bill came out to about $13/person, so not bad! Tips: -The place is small (though it fools you into thinking it's larger because of all the mirros) so get there early if you're going for the regular weekday happy hour. -Check out the bathroom. As Lisa N. pointed out to me, the toilet seats are heated. I don't know about you, but a heated toilet seat makes me feel like someone has been sitting on it for far too long - but it was cool to check out regardless.
(4)Keri A.
Their happy hour is phenomenal. We got some gnocchi for cheap that was ridiculously good and I heard had been written about in some food magazine. Plus a bottle of wine for just $14. Unheard of in Seattle.
(5)Angela B.
What really made this bar stand out from all the other bars in Belltown for me was the heated toilet seats! Apparently they are only in the ladies bathroom (yeah, we finally get a perk, usually we are stuck with long lines for the bathroom) as I asked the bartender about this. He said that on his first day on the job, they told me while shutting down that he needed to unplug the toilet and he was like "What????". The bartenders were super nice, very attentive, and hot. They gave great advice on what to order. We got the gnochi pasta in a white sauce (although in the menu it said it came in a black truffle sauce, so I was a bit confused by this). It was suppose to be spicy and I love spicy, but it really wasn't . Yes, there were some spices on the sauce, but that was it. We also tried a salad with mozarella cheese which was good. But the prawns were the best! They were breaded and yummy, and well the best prawns I have ever eaten in my life! I'm not a huge fan of prawns, but whatever they did, they made them incredibly delishious & I would most definitely order them again. Yum!
(4)Jess C.
I was really shocked that I liked this place because years ago I used to frequent List for drinks after Umi. I was shocked that they had a food menu. Keep in mind, List still feels more like a lounge and bar than a restaurant when you walk in - dim, loud-ish music, small. Food is good, and I discovered I love CMS wine. Come for the happy hour and save some money (all day Sunday?!), alot of the food items are half off.
(4)Eunice R.
The spicy meat balls were delicious! I also had the pheasant with gnocchi was- the gnocchi and sautéed kale were the best part. :) Service and ambiance was great too.
(4)Sophia W.
Great gnocchi and atmosphere for hanging out with friends! Happy hour makes list a very good bang for your buck.
(4)Hannah C.
Stopped by here a while ago for a drink and small bite while waiting for a dinner reservation and was very tempted to skip our dinner entirely to stay at List. Just went back tonight for a full dinner and absolutely loved it! As many have mentioned, the gnocchi is insanely good and I also loved their cannelloni. I also got their seared ahi tuna and bacon wrapped prawn, both fantastic. I also tried their tomato salad with gorgonzola but liked the goat cheese and pear salad more. Be sure to check their happy hour schedule as they have great deals - 50% off many popular food items and $15 for a bottle of wine. I'll definitely be back!
(5)Mina M.
Its hard to beat Seattle happy hour any where else in this country, its just awesome. This spot as well as two others (Barolo and Mama Melina's) are family owned and operated. I think this is what makes these restaurants so amazing. From the ambiance to the table settings its awesome. The selection of food is more limited but still great for being the size of bar/restaurant it is (very small belltown bar). Service is awesome and nothing beats the $14 bottle of wine!
(5)Melissa T.
Swank-looking place, but the food was mediocre. I ordered the tomato gorgonzola salad. I got 3-4 slices of tomato with a piece of cheese laid across it. How is that a salad? It was $8 or $9 too. That's annoying. My cocktail was good. I got the mushroom soup, and it was a little bland. Their gnocchi with rose sauce was decent though, and it was actually entree-sized. It was $10 and so much more food than the tomato salad. Seems like they need to better balance portions and prices.
(2)Marissa J.
BEST HAPPY HOUR I HAVE EVER MET. 4-6:30pm daily, sunday and monday all day, and 9-midnight tue-thurs. Boyfriend and I indulged in three perfectly priced happy hour dishes: 1) Salt and pepper calamari: a divine showcase for the fact that sometimes salt and pepper is all you need 2) Mussels: Holy shit. The only thing wrong with this plate was that I needed more bread to sop up the mouthwatering sauce. I've never had mussels cooked so perfectly 3) Bacon wrapped shrimp: almost enough said, except that its also served on a bed of white beans and grilled kale. Shrimp was a tad overdone, but the way everything came together was so perfect Four cocktails and three delicious, perfectly portioned plates of food came to a total of about $36. You really can't beat that.
(5)Mimi N.
Tiny sign out front that says 21 or over only. But they don't card you until you're seated. So make sure you're of age before you make that walk of shame out of them! :x With that said.. Mmm.. If you are looking for a nice place for a date or girls night out, this would be a great place. There are small tables and bar seating. If we came 30 mins later, we would have made happy hour, but it was only 8:30. HHS starts at 9. GET READY mouth orgasm with the Chilean Sea bAs, it was fresh, melts in your mouth, deliciousness. Sitting on a bed of some kind corn-like pasta, and sauteed leafy greens. I'd come again and just get this. We also ordered the truffle gnocchi- very creamy and not over the top cheesy. Just a whole plate of it. :) We also got the flat bread, which were like thick like Pizza Hut breadsticks, without the oily stuff on top. Instead, feta cheese and a dried fruit. It was good, but very filling. I'd rather have less carbs and more of the other food groups. All in all, 3 out of 3 we had mouthwatering dishes! Service was nice too.
(5)Theresa Marie S.
Love the ambiance at List! We were there for happy hour on a Monday night, so it was quite loud. We had 1/2 price appetizers. The service was very fast considering it was very busy. The food took a little while to come out, but I have been places that have taken way longer. List is a very small restaurant/bar, but there is an interesting variety of food on the menu. We had the cannelloni with spinach and ricotta. I wanted to order another plate because it was so delicious! We had the eggplant parmigiana as well. My husband loved it. List is a great place, but there is a great chance you will be waiting to get a seat. The bar only has eight stools. I highly recommend List!
(5)Matt R.
HOLY FABULOUS HAPPY HOUR! This has to be one of the best happy hours in town. It's right up there with Barolo in terms of value and quality (unsurprisingly given the ownership). Between the four of us- we had the Ahi, prawns with bacon, octopus salad, gnocchi with truffles, chicken with mushrooms, sea bass, tomato and gorgonzola salad- and lots of drinks ($3 beers- $14 bottles of nice Italian wine- both Happy Hour specials). The plates range from $4-$8 each. Best plates were the gnocchi and the sea bass. The sea bass came with farro or barley or something similar (not sure what exactly) and kale- & it was one of the tastiest accompaniments we've had. The sea bass itself was cooker perfectly & was delicious. The gnocchi came with a super tasty and rich truffle cream sauce. We mopped up the sauce with the Macrina bread they give you. I could eat the gnocchi three times a day for the rest of my life. It was terrific. They were slammed and Sarah's service was still on point. One heads up- Get there early. The space is small. We got there at 5 and got a table without any problems. It was SLAMMED by 5:30 with zero empty tables. Big fan of List.
(5)Jen H.
Came here for HH on a Friday around 5pm and got seated immediately. We ordered: - gnocchi (I honestly expected better after all the amazing reviews. It was good but not wow) - spicy meatball (soft and good flavors) - sea bass (our favorite, sooo good!) - octopus (pretty good and tender) - bacon wrapped prawns (second favorite at our table) - ahi tuna (had better) - broccoli (recommended by our waitress and it was just blah) - tomato and gorgonzola salad (refreshing and tasty) Bottom line: pretty decent food at great prices.
(4)JacnDan P.
The gnocchi was the best I've ever had. We went for dinner and 4 tapas and 4 drinks ran us around $100. I will definitely be back to check out happy hour!
(4)Kristin C.
All day Happy Hour on Sunday and Monday with 50% off almost all small plates is pretty much all you need to know. Delicious food at amazing prices. Plus, they have bottles of wine for $14. Or glasses of wine for $4. Their house red wine is fantastic. Definitely get the gnocchi, although, I guess that's usually my motto just about anywhere, but this is covered in a delicious black truffle cream sauce too. A good number of dishes to choose from, including lots of seafood choices. The ambiance is very modern, and well, very Belltown. Plus, the toilets are heated!
(4)Courtnee P.
Tried List at the recommendation of a friend and was emphatically unimpressed. For starters, the place is obnoxiously loud. The (beautiful) design is entirely hard, shiny surfaces and the cackling of the voices combined with the medium volume of the trendy music they play made the auditory experience here very grating. The service was inconsistent - our host was attentive and personable, but our waitress was sub par, making rookie mistakes such as to not apologize when approaching us regarding the Pheasant we ordered being unavailable, and making us ask for a menu to order something else. The food itself was borderline awful. We ordered the black truffle gnocchi, baked broccoli (which was clearly not baked - at best it was steamed or boiled and finished in the oven) and chicken with local mushrooms. None if the plates that were set in front of us looked appetizing. The plating was terrible - food gobbed onto the center if each plate. The taste was mediocre. I wanted to like the next thing, but just kept being disappointed. The chicken with local mushrooms was the worst of the three, looking like a giant patty smothered in thick soup. Based off of the menu description I was expecting, I dunno.. some fuckin mushrooms. It was so over spiced we barely ate it. When we told our waitress we weren't a fan (as she expressed surprise when we told her she could take it away mostly uneaten), she ignored the comment. I thought about naming her in my review, but it's pretty clear she won't last long if this place has any brains. The best thing about this place by far was the heated toilet seat in the woman's bathroom. D-. Will not return.
(2)Marianna D.
I think this probably one of my favorite places in Seattle. Definitely my go-to happy hour place. The best thing ever is that they have all day happy hour on Sundays and Mondays, PLUS they have two time happy hours per day! one from 4-6pm and then the other from 9-close. What more do you need to know!!!! But if that wasn't enough, the food is amazing. My favorite thing there is by far the gnocchi!!!!!! YUM! Its a truffle oil cream sauce gnocchi. The grilled caesar salad is next in line, I usually get them both!. The garlic puree soup is yummy but don't have it if you are planning on some smooch time later on. This is a great time for a first date! Its cheap and looks very chic inside. Its like your getting a lot for less. :D The wine deal is basically the best. You get a whole bottle for $14 during happy hour! amazing! Overall I LOVE this place! You have to try it!!!
(5)Karen L.
We stopped in for a quick dinner before heading out to a holiday party. We were all dressed up so we wanted something fancy yet not too expensive. Yelp to the rescue! There were really good reviews for List so we decided to give this place a shot. Though it was a Saturday night, luckily, we found parking right in front and there was a table available for us (and we were a party of 7). The prices for the entrees actually weren't too bad. Boyfriend and I shared the rack of lamb, which came with some greens and gnocchi. Yum! I could definitely tell that the lamb was fresh, because lamb that's not fresh has a funky "lamb" smell. However, the lamb here had no funky smell and it was tender and juicy and delicious! I was very impressed. The gnocchi was yummy too. Our server was super nice and the ambiance of this place is great--dimly lit and romantic! I definitely want to come back for happy hour!
(4)David W.
My friend took me here - Everyone knew her. I am only saying that because I can't really honestly rate a typical server experience except say that they were very friendly and attentive. Happy Hour is a bargain! half price starters - Baked Broccoli is spot on delicious and the bacon wrapped prawns are great. Between the two I must of made some happy tummy groans. The octopus salad was surprisingly good and something I could of eaten every day for weeks - And I'm not a typical octopus fan. The Seared Tuna was not my favorite. I felt like it was a little over cooked. It wasn't bad...I have just had a lot better, However it came on a bed of kale and lentils and they were a great compliment . Goat Cheese salad was a little too acidic - maybe too much lemon. It shocked my mouth a little at how bright it was but the goat cheese calmed it down. In and out - 4 plates - for under 40 with great tip. (no alcohol) Atmosphere: It was pretty full while I was there and I had no problem hearing anyone or holding a conversation at all. The servers, as I said, were attentive and I never had an empty water glass and I was drinking a lot of water.
(4)Theresa H.
Came back here for happy hour - such amazing deals! All the plates are half off, so we tried quite a few of them. The mussels and gnocchi were definitely my favorites. The mussels were gigantic and flavorful, and served in a delicious tomato wine broth will bread for dipping. The gnocchi was smothered in a truffle cream sauce (I guess it's kind of hard to go wrong there). Wine at HH was also a great deal- a bottle for $14 or a glass for $3.75. We had a bottle of the house red, and for a table wine, it was delicious. The perks of going to a wine bar for happy hour!
(5)Siruo Z.
Most of their food is above average. BUT, YOU MUST TRY THEIR DESSERT! That is the only reason that I keep going back.
(3)K Z.
Summary: Extremely rude staff, Poor menu judgement. I will concede that the gnocchi is really good. However, the rest of the menu pretty much isn't. After ordering the gnocchi, I asked the waitress about the eggplant parmigiana. She told me it had spicy marinara sauce. So, I said I I can't eat spicy so I'll get the sea bass. Waitress says nothing about that being spicy. Why would it be spicy, it is an ITALIAN restaurant, right? The sea bass comes and it's so spicy I can't eat it. So I ask the waitress, thinking it's mostly a joke, what on the menu ISN'T spicy. She points out only two dishes!! I order one of them, the shrimp. It comes and it's also extremely spicy. Meanwhile, the waitress has disappeared for a long while, even though I had mentioned I would probably order more wine when the shrimp came. She doesn't come back, so I'm left with my mouth burning. Finally, she comes back. I tell her the shrimp dish was really spicy and she tells me "Maybe you're just sensitive." Then, "do you want more wine?" Ummm, I think not. Rather get wine some place with better service. Meanwhile I"m hungry and not a happy customer. Making everything spicy does not make you cool.
(2)Michele K.
All day happy hour on Sunday was hard to pass up, so I decided to give List a try. The restaurant seemed pretty full for a Sunday night, but I was still able to walk in at 6:30 and sit down right away at the bar. While I waited for my friend to arrive, I admired the atmosphere: red bar lit from beneath, funky red chandeliers, starkly modern, yet somehow cozy. Service was fast and attentive. The only drawback: I expected more from the food. I had the truffle gnocchi, which was just okay in my opinion. I also ordered the baked broccoli, which was also good, but I could easily recreate the same dish at home equally well. My friend was disappointed by her seared tuna, which was served on a bed of salty lentils. Lentils? With tuna? Kinda weird, but not in a good way. I may be back, but I will have to lower my expectations about the food first.
(3)Emma K.
Go for happy hour & order the black truffle gnocchi! Their regular prices are reasonable but their happy hour prices are unbelievably good. The restaurant is small, intimate and cozy (probably not great for big groups), but perfect for a date or a smaller group of 3-4. I'm a really picky eater, but over the course of a number of visits, I've tried just about everything that isn't red meat (OK, I tried a tiny piece of the burger...) and I've liked it all. But still, try the gnocchi ;)
(5)Jessica O.
GREAT happy hour 50% off the list small plates! sea bass truffle gnocchi ceasar's salad calamari--all were SO GOOD eggplant not so good
(5)Alison N.
List is a solid 3.5 stars but I can't give it a full 4 from my first visit. Black truffle gnocchi was tasty. It's hard not to like the flavor of truffle. Good ambiance (dimly lit, with oil lamp "candles" at the table, and red chandeliers). Service was excellent and warm. The Pom Pom cocktail (Pearl pomegranate vodka, triple sec, lime) was tasty also. I had two! 4 stars for ambience and service, 3+ for food. Do try it, I would definitely go back there!
(3)Kevin L.
Happy hour, nothing else needs to be said. Half off all items on the first page of the menu. The food was all delicious and full of flavor and we left full. The octopus salad as many have said is simply amazing. The meatballs were spicy and great. The bacon covered prawns were a blast of flavor in my mouth. The pan fried chicken and mushrooms was tender and powerful along with the muscles and calamari. We tried many things, and still paid less than 50$. I'd recommend this spot to anyone. Everything was great. The service was great too. I also loved the house music being played in the background. This restaurant is a gem and I'm so glad I stopped by with my girlfriend during our short stay in Seattle.
(5)Chantelle E.
Two words.... TRUFFLE GNOCCHI We came in last week for their happy hour, and the first thing that makes me love them is that HH goes till 6:30! The next thing I love is the easy HH menu, all apps (TRUFFLE GNOCCHI) 50% off, YUM, then they have 50% a bottle of house wine. The decor is nice, the service was great, the wait a little long, but it was all worth it for the TRUFFLE GNOCCHI (did I mention that yet?) Oh and ladies, three more words.... HEATED TOILET SEATS.
(5)Janelle O.
List was recommended to us by the front desk guy at the Moore Hotel. We got in super late and needed some place to eat that wasn't regular "bar food". List was totally awesome! The wait wasn't bad even though it was packed. The server was attentive, too! We were impressed with everything we ordered! Although we didn't order drinks we still ordered off the happy hour menu, which is the regular "food list" but it's half off ALL DAY SUNDAY AND MONDAY! As well as regular daily happy hours. We ordered the grilled heart of romaine caesar, the sea bass and the cannelloni. We were still a little hungry so we ordered the angus beef burger with fries and it was great! It was all so good! The bill only came to $25! Not bad for 4 plates. They are "small plates", but not tiny portions. It's a regular size portion, just without sides. Definitely go to List for happy hour! It might be a little spendy otherwise.
(5)Shawn B.
The food was great. The service was terrible. I came in for dinner at 8PM on a Friday night. There was not host at the front door. So while I waited for my friend to show up I just decided to take a seat at the bar to grab a drink first. I gave the bartender a $20 and my drink which was only $7. I was in a forgiving mood and just asked him to give me $10 back. After getting my drink he didn't hand me back my cash yet and I had to remind him I gave him a $20. When my friend walked in the door there still wasn't a host at the front door and we just asked the bartender if we could just grab a table and he just said grab whatever table was open. Still, no cash back from the bartender. When we sat down a waitress noticed us and handed us our menus and I had to remind her that I didn't get my change back from the bartender. The bartender finally came over and handed me my $10 and apologized because "it was his Monday." Moving on... We ordered their steak, pheasant and arugula salad. I will say all of the food was absolutely delicious, especially the pheasant. It was perfectly seasoned and tender. Now back to the service, it just seemed like the wait-staff didn't really know how to approach tables when refilling water. It was a little obtrusive when arms and wrists reaching around our faces. I did like the fact that they didn't bother us while in the middle of conversation though, so that's a plus. So, in all the food was fantastic but service not so much. I was just surprised because the restaurant is super sexy and nice inside, you would think you would get more out of your experience judging by the atmosphere alone.
(4)Christopher H.
I went here for the first time with a couple of my boys and we all agreed that List is a great date spot. Here is why: - The ambiance is classy, dark, and romantic - The food is really good. Everything we ordered was delicious (the black truffle gnocchi was my favorite) - Small plates mean sharing, and sharing is caring - Small plates usually equate to smaller bills - The servers are ridiculously understaffed. 2 of the 3 times I've gone there was only one waitress. This sucks if you are hungry or in a rush, but it means you won't be interrupted much. In all, I'll be back. But they should probably add another server, especially on busy nights.
(4)Jessica W.
Came in a few times after work for their happy hour and each time was a success! The service has been great at the bar and at the tables .. the place is a bit small and they do a great job turning the tables. The bus boy is great .. always makes sure your water is filled and as soon as you are done with your dish .. he removes it from your table. Gnocchi with black truffle cream ... to die for ... that is all you need to try here to be hooked :D my friend got the calamari and enjoyed it .. another friend ordered mussels .. which was just okay according to him .. their spicy meatballs .. SO spicy .. no joke and I can usually handle my spice. Happy hour is a great deal here with their apps being half off and glasses of wine for $4 (?) or so .. It seems that the rush starts around 6p here so get here early :)
(5)Lucy L.
Yum yum yum. Fellow yelper Felisa D. first brought me here for a friend's birthday celebration. It was a bit difficult getting a table around 9pm on a Sunday night, but it was well worth it! I ordered the mussels (delicious) and tried the gnocchi (heavenly). Like Felisa D. said, the ahi tuna is flavorful, but comes with some odd side pairings (lentils?). But yeah. Definitely give the gnocchi a try. The prawns, flatbread, and calimari are also worth the trip (and certainly worth the insanely reasonable prices!)
(5)Loon E.
One of the better happy hours in town! Everything is half off and they have house bottles of wine for pretty cheap at $14. You obviously can buy a beer or a wine by the glass, but buying by the bottle is so much more fun! The food here is really good for their HH prices. It does get busy and you'll have to wait sometimes, which only sucks when they run out of items from the menu. Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream is as good as it sounds. Really a big fan of these and appreciate quality gnocchi, since it is a pain to make (for me, at least). The spicy meatballs aren't really spicy, but the meatball is large and quite tasty. The grilled octopus salad is a nice contrast to all the richness of the other dishes. Eggplant parm is a little standard, but it's good to try and order everything when you're at happy hour! Right??? Come here. Eat. Drink. Eat. Drink. Rinse and Repeat.
(4)Michael G.
We couldn't get in on a Sunday at 545p. They quoted an hour wait. The space is on the smaller side. Happy Hour all day does that to a restaurant I guess. We couldn't wait because we had a 730 show to get to. Must be good, we'll give it another try. Went to 360 instead, which is next door.
(5)Matthew K.
Wonderful happy hour! Date nite for under 60$ (including wine)? Sign me up!! The highlights were the beef tenderloin (entree that we split)and the gnocchi. I also loved the bacon wrapped prawn. Wonderful time, great ambiance, we will be back. One concern, looked to be a little short on the waitstaff. Had to wait a little bit for service, but its a minor gripe.
(4)Cody B.
The food was extremely good and very reasonably priced. The waiter was a complete dick and ruined the night. No matter how good the food is, if the staff is rude, it leaves a bad taste in your mouth.
(2)Alanna M.
I really dig this joint! My date canceled on me last minute so I went with my gf and sister and made it a girls evening. I really dig the 14 dollar bottle of wine during happy hour! We ordered two bottles. I love the happy hour selection. We got the sea bass (melted in my mouth like butter), the mixed greens, the grilled Caesar (different and not heavy on the dressing-- definitely not typical), calamari (typical), muscles with broth, ahi tuna and spicy meatballs! Everything was excellent, but the ahi was slightly fishy and ruined my taste buds. Everything else was excellent. Citrus vinaigrette with the mixed greens and pear salad. Oh I forgot we also ordered baked broccoli and cauliflower (spicy kick to it). Delish. Not packed for a Tuesday night which I prefer. I'll definitely head back soon. It's a great location (1st between Blanchard and Bell), atmosphere rocks (retro meets modern), and the waitress was sweet and charming. The best part... almost best part of the evening was the heated toilet seat in the little girls room. I need to order one for my house!
(5)Raina D.
Came in during happy hour on a Thursday night. Super busy, we were lucky to get a spot when we did. Food: SO delicious, but very decadent! We got the flat bread with feta, pinenuts, cranberry, and garlic--very garlicky which was really delicious. The only complaint on that dish was the feta they used had a slightly fishy tinge to it, but overall not bad. Got the cannilloni which was pretty spicy and very creamy, pasta was fantastic. The best thing was the gnocchi which was light and fluffy, creamy, cheesy, spicy, fresh, and truffled. SO GOOD! Only wish the had more dessert choices. The small plates are actually quite large! For drinks we had the Cynar and First Ave. The cynar was ordered simply because it had bark, and artichoke liquor in it, they were pleasant aftertastes. I cannot recommend the First Ave--tasted exactly like cough syrup. +1 Ambiance: Clean and nice decor but very cramped and very crowded, likely more pleasant at slower times of day. +1 Service: Mostly a hands off approach, they drop your food and scamper away pretty quickly, which I actually prefer. Water was promptly refilled, check was provided in a timely manner. +1 Convenience/Price: Lots of parking nearby on street. Came for happy hour which made this very affordable (1/2 off most of the food), however I think the prices would be a little much for me, but really worth it without the happy hour deal. +1 Other Factors of Awesomeness: Nope. +0
(4)Trip C.
Add List to your list! Okay, bad puns aside, this is one of the best deals in the greater Seattle area for not only great HH prices but AMAZING food as well. And the food is half-price during happy hour, which means that you can try twice as much of it! Woo hoo, what's not to love in that equation? Caveats: get there early. They open at 4pm and we arrived at 4:45pm. By 5pm, there was a line, And we were there on a Monday. If you get there early, street parking is largely available. If not, there's a lot almost next door but it's a tad more expensive than parking on the street. Also, it is LOUD. I noticed that they put up sound-dampening foam on the ceiling, but it didn't cut the noise bouncing off the stark, hard edges of the room. We had to lean way over the table (watch out if you have boobs, ladies), over all the plates of food strewn about, to have a conversation. The great: Our server. She was new, only there two days, but she was friendly and helpful and if she didn't have an answer to our questions (what meat is in the meatballs? What kind of mushrooms in the chicken dish?) she went and found out. Service was great throughout. We ate: Spicy meatballs Gnocchi with black truffle cream Sea salt and pepper calamari Green salad with goat cheese and pear Seasonal mushrooms and roasted onion chicken Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns We wanted to try the local fresh mussels in wine broth with crostini, but they were out. The plates arrived as they happened to come up in the kitchen. First, we received the green salad with goat cheese and pear. It arrived with two thin slices of pear, and the pear was a little under-ripe. The hunk of goat cheese was fabulous, wonderful that they didn't skimp there. Overall, a lovely salad. Next, the Spicy meatballs arrived (all-beef, by the way). The scent of the perfectly-seasoned meatballs hit my nose before I even had a chance to try a bite. As promised, they were nice and spicy - and they were, indeed, perfectly seasoned. My 2nd favorite dish of the evening. The gnocchi with black truffle cream arrived next, along with the sea salt and pepper calamari. One minor inconvenience: the expediter who delivered several of our plates didn't seem to know which plates belonged to which tables. With several deliveries, we were asked something along the lines of "Did you order this?" Worth training a little more so that the expediters know which plates are going to which tables. Anyway, the gnocchi was really, really good. The gnocchi itself (themselves?) was light and airy. Sometimes you get gnocchi which have the consistency of a cement pillow, that this was the polar opposite. Gnocchi should aspire to be like the stuff at List. The sauce? I wanted to dip my bread in it but didn't want to be rude in front of my dining companions. Heck, I wanted to grab the plate and lick the thing clean once nothing but sauce remained. But I didn't. I sat on my hands instead. The calamari was a nice preparation, overall lightly battered and very lightly seasoned. I like my food to announce its presence so the calamari was a little bland for me, but to be fair I think a squirt of the lemon wedge it came with would have brightened it up. Since one of our table didn't want the lemon, we abstained. Also, the sauce that came with the calamari had a consistency issue. It appeared to be seriously watered down, like they were trying to thin it to make it last. The sauce wasn't able to cling to the calamari at all, so when you dipped you just ended up with wet calamari and no additional flavor from the sauce. The seasonal mushrooms and roasted onion chicken arrived next (shiitakes, by the way). The sauce was great, it had a piquant flavor that smacked of Worcestershire. The chicken was good, too. My friend thought that her chicken was a little overcooked, but I didn't notice (probably too wrapped up in the sauce). The last dish to arrive was the bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns. Smoky, wonderful bacon that infused each prawn with more smokiness. Yum! Served with wilted kale and white beans, it was a great way to wrap up our meal. I'll be back!
(4)Jan M.
The ambiance of the restaurant is really nice. I like how it's cozy and somewhat romantic. When I sat down my plate had something on it so I asked them to replace it. It seemed like they were super busy and she forgot I asked for a new plate. I went up to her to get another one. The food is fantastic I especially like the octopus salad. The way they cooked it I couldn't figure it out. It was my favorite. The wine list was good as well. I would have given the restaurant a 5 but it seemed like they kept forgetting stuff for other tables. We actually sat in the middle of two other tables and all I kept hearing between us tables were sorry. The waitress did say the restaurant isn't normally like this. It was fine. I will def try the restaurant again. The food was good, ambiance was nice, and customer service was good. Only issue was the organization. I'm sure next time I come in it'll be better. But for right now it's a 4
(4)Felisa D.
For the value and the consistent good quality of everything, this place deserves a 5-star rating. (well, semi-dependable quality of service aside) Have you seen their happy hour menu? How on earth do they even make money? This puts most of the very generous portioned plates at about $6/a piece. And $14/bottle of wine is practically a steal. While some of the things are just good (not great) (I'm talking about the seared ahi tuna), there is one thing you HAVE to try because it's not just good or great, it's exceptional: Gnocchi with black truffle cream - There is a reason this repeatedly keeps getting mentioned. This is creamy, buttery, velvety goodness with the robust, earthy flavors of black truffles. For $6.50/plate at happy hour, TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT. I don't even really like gnocchi that much. Then I had this. And I have attempted to make gnocchi at home and it has made me order gnocchi in other restaurants. None of them compare.
(5)Alex B.
Amazing happy hour!! Some of the best gnocchi I've had in the States.
(5)Cindy H.
My only wish: not a full bar so I could hang with my "minor" friends. Get the gnocchi: one of the best!
(4)Rose N.
Good value, ok ambiance, cold temperature! They are lacking in the wine selection. Everything we ordered was served with kale...weird.
(3)Tracy I.
What?!? How have I not been here sooner! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the gnocchi with black truffle cream! This place is a great place if you're looking to try a bit of everything and are willing to share plates. I've had most of the items on the menu and they are very tasty, however, the grilled chilean sea bass is a bit disappointing. Will pass on the sea bass next time I go.
(4)Inna B.
$14 bottle of Italian red wine, half price menu, friendly company. Seared ahi tuna, gnocci w/ truffle cream, spicy meatballs. Waitress that really seemed to care (and be happy). The choice of indoor, outdoor, or bar seating. Dimly lit (red) bathrooms with heated seats. How can I say no to any of that!?!
(5)Jerji R.
Wow, was fortunate enough to come here on a Monday for their all-day happy hour and got to experience their 50% off on their appetizer menu. Tried the bacon-wrapped shrimp, the sea bass, seared ahi tuna, broccoli. The fish dishes was served over kale, which was quite uinique. Food was very tasty and served tapas style which made you want more. Pair all that with their house Stella red wine and you have yourself a winner. The lounge-like ambience was nice, with a backdrop of house music makes this a perfect conversation place over good food. Try to get here early during happy hour, or you could be waiting for a while.The food might be good, but I dont think I'd pay for their non-happy hour prices.
(4)Woo K.
There are three components to this place that really sucked me in. First: Awesome happy hour menu Second: $15 for a bottle of wine (this can get dangerous very quickly) Third: The ambiance I love the dark, candlelit, hip yet casual vibe. If I have something stuck in my teeth, my date might not even notice. My favorite dishes here are the bacon wrapped prawns and the sea bass was pretty tasty as well! In my opinion, I haven't gone wrong with any dish here yet but that's what makes it so promising.
(4)Tan Lo S.
their pesto oil sauce w/ bread is the BEST thing ever. Omgoodness, I love it! The ambience is very chill, very casual and very elegant. I love this place. Pretty cheap during HH and the quality of food is delicious and great! We got the cannelloni which was great. We also got the calamari which was just okay. it was a little salt-less, and the sauce was okay. It came in with a lot though, very meaty and somewhat tasty. The grilled caesar was soo interesting, I loved it. I love how crunchy it is, but so tasty since it's grilled. It's drizzled in caesar with cheese and the croutons were fresh. It was elegant and tasty. I also tried the spicy meatballs. I normally like my meatballs hard for some reason, but this was actually good. It's soft, cooked to perfection and has the best spicy sauce on it!! I could not stop eating it. They served them in a pretty big pair for HH. We were so full off of the bread, salad and only half of a meatball. I like this placea lot. I have yet to try the gnocchi and ahi tuna. But it's fast service, great quality and very nice!
(4)C K.
The List is impressive. I've had tapas a handful of times in various cities and the List does it right in terms of flavors, portions, and prices. I came here during happy hour and all the food items were 1/2-priced (excluding their special dishes). My party and I ordered quite a few dishes and when our waitress brought them out, I was surprised at how large the portions were. A run-down of the dishes we sampled: 1) Calamari: cooked well, good dipping sauce 2) Truffle Gnocchi: great truffle flavor and creamy sauce; very dense and filling but delicious 3) Chilean Sea Bass: one of my faves. The fish was cooked perfectly and served on a bed of curried risotto. Everything about this dish was tasty. Please try it. 4) Prawns wrapped in bacon: seasoned well and the crispy bacon was a good touch. also one of my faves 5) Top Sirloin: we ordered it medium and found it to be just right. I'm not a big fan of beef, so I wasn't crazy about this but it did taste good. 6) Ahi: the ginger sauce was good but this was actually my least favorite of them all; I've had better ahi. 7) Chicken w/ mushrooms: very tender, seasoned well, great sauce. I was impressed with List. Too bad I was in town for only two days. I'll be back if I find myself in Seattle or Washington again.
(5)Victoria G.
I enjoyed this place. The bartender was very friendly and helpful. We learned about the local bar scene and that some places like this one were kid free. The white wine was fine. The meatballs were delicious along with the calamari. I would definitely go back for a happy hour with friends.
(5)Jen B.
Went here with some good friends and we loved everything we had. Unfortunately, you can't make reservations, which sucks but luckily, it was a pretty mellow evening for them, save a drunk girl at the bar. This place is intimate, candle-lit, has clean lines and is stylish.Plus, they have heated toilet seats! We had two orders of the broccoli, black truffle gnocchi, meatballs (thanks Charlie D!), bacon wrapped shrimp (prawns?!) and garlic chicken. Everything was fantastic. I must say, I loved our waitress. She was always around when we needed her recommendations and I loved how she poured wine into our glasses- very neat.
(4)Shelby C.
Great food, great service, reasonable prices. Went here for NYE dinner with a friend, we were seated right away and had our first round of drinks within 5 minutes. The food was delicious! Even being a vegetarian, there were plenty of options. We went with the black truffle gnocchi and the flatbread. Both were excellent, the flatbread had a surprising spicy kick to it which made me like it all the better. I'll be back!
(5)Whitney K.
Went to the late happy hour at 9pm and it was great! It's a really small place lit by candlelight with a fun vibe. The happy hour prices were awesome. We got a bottle of wine and 3 small plates for $45. Get the truffle gnocchi!!! The bartender was also really friendly and gave us some recommendations on our bars in the area.
(5)Subie C.
Argh, I really wanted to love this place... alas it was just ok. We went in on a Monday for the all-day happy hour. And that's the only time I would try List - Sunday or Mondays, otherwise I really don't feel that the normal prices are worth it. Maybe I wasn't digging the extra-trendy club vibe. Maybe I had just over-hyped all the half-priced dishes I was going to order. Let's be clear, the black truffle gnocchi is a clear winner... and at $6.50 it's a deal and a half. It's creamy, pillowy, truffly -- we may just get 2 orders, split a bottle of wine and call it a boozy Sunday evening next time. The octopus didn't do anything for me - slightly salty, the texture was weird and flacid. Nor did the seared ahi -- which was actually bad because the fish was on the flabby side of fresh. Wines at $3.75 a glass -- thumbs up. Fresh, delicious bread - also thumbs up.
(3)Rebecca S.
List was the very first restaurant that I bookmarked on Yelp, and I finally went there a couple of weeks ago! I think that List has the absolute best happy hour of any bar or restaurant that I've ever been to. The HH is all day on Sundays and Mondays and during these days, all of their food is 50% off and wine is only $3.75/glass. It was hard trying to pick from their menu because it all looked so delicious and the HH prices are so great. I ended up ordering a glass of red wine, the truffle gnocchi and the roasted chicken with mushrooms and the total was about $15. I figured that the portions would be a bit smaller because the prices were so cheap, but nooo, these were full sized portions and the two entrees was way too much food! I thoroughly enjoyed my meal at List. We were given complimentary bread and oil to start, and then we received our gnocchi, which may possibly be the best gnocchi that I've ever had in a restaurant. The roasted chicken was probably my least favorite dish of the night, but it was still pretty good and I really liked the mushrooms in it. The service was also very attentive and friendly. I can't wait to come back for another HH to try their eggplant parmesan and to get more of that truffle gnocchi!
(4)Tammy N.
If I could give this place zero stars, I would. I've never been treated so poorly and disrespected by a server in my life. A friend and I decided to check out the happy hour at List because of the great reviews, and I'm also new to Seattle and have heard good things. When we arrived the place was packed so we decided to sit at the bar. I looked over and see a table that opened up on the balcony outside and asked the bartender if we could sit outside instead, he told us go ahead. After sitting there for 10mins, our server finally comes to the table (which hadn't been cleared from the previous guests) and says to us "So you just sit at a dirty table. I guess that's what people do now." My friend and I both look at each other in shock of how blatantly rude she was and we both don't say anything. She then demands our ids, and looks at mine (I'm from Oregon) and says "Just so you know, we don't do tax exempt here." I said to her that I didn't ask her that and she responds that she wanted to make it clear because a lot of Oregon people apparently don't know that. Was she insinuating that I couldn't afford to pay the couple extra dollars of taxes?! At this point my blood is boiling and I just needed to get out of the place. We quickly grabbed our things and left the restaurant. I have never been treated so poorly at any establishment in my life. I will never come back to this restaurant and also will never recommend this place to anyone that I know. Looking back, I shouldn't have left until I told management about the incident. That kind of behavior will ruin your business.
(1)Emily C.
what a cute and cozy little place.... except the service sucked monkeyballs. The hostess/waitress took forever to seat us and that was just the beginning of our shitty service. Honestly the white truffle gnochi was great, but I'm sure it would've been better if i got the chance to try it while it was hot. we asked the two wait staffs for utensils twice, and I ended up going up to the bar to grab the forks myself. where's my tips?
(1)Adriana K.
Again, completely impressed with their happy hour - and I am not the only one -this place is packed! Happy hour wine; $14 a bottle, and happy hour all Sunday! Tried a few new dishes this time, such as the cannelloni, which was delicious, and the standby of octopus salad which was just as tasty as my last visit to List. The grilled caesar is a refreshing take on an over done salad, the mussels were replaced by clams as they had run out, and as before, the sauce is to die for! One of the best happy hours in the city!
(4)Tracey H.
Just go. Fun and friendly wait staff. Outdoor seating (where you an watch all the 1st Ave hipsters and crazies intermingle), good food (spicy meatballs and gnocchi are a must) and spectacular happy hour. My friend and I had two drinks and small plates each and walked out for around $30.
(5)Andrea H.
This is my destination spot for happy hour... the entire menu half off! Everything I've ever had is delicious. I particularly love the spicy meatballs and grilled Caesar. The atmosphere is really swanky and particularly appreciate the heated seats in the woman's restroom. It fills up quick so arrive early. Always friendly servers and bartenders. List is truly a Belltown gem.
(5)Jenny T.
Got to dine al fresca and people watch with my good friend for dinner. We ordered and shared the Grilled Octopus Salad, Grill Pheasant with Gnocchi, and Grilled Sea Bass. Everything tasted really good and was presented well. We ate up everything on our plates. Will be back for sure and highly recommended.
(5)Clarissa O.
I was way excited to write a review about this place but everyone else has already done so saying the necessary things: they have one of the best happy hours in history [all day Sunday and Monday with half off plates!] and their gnocchi with truffle cream sauce turns me on more than Alexander Skarsgard. Both times I've been here there's only been seating at the bar and that seating didn't last long, so get there early.
(5)Madison L.
One of the BEST places in belltown for happy hour. I highly recommend the bacon wrapped shrimp, the gnocchi, and the octopus salad! It might be hard to get a seat because this place is pretty small. Tables are close to each other and there's not much space on the table. For the price of food during happy hour though, I can stand it! Service was good and attentive. I love how they just bring food out as it is ready instead of waiting for first course, second course and so one for the whole table. When a plate is done, they just bring it right to you so we were always getting a new plate one right after another, which was perfect. You can't go wrong with their menu. Everything is flavorful and well balanced. I especially liked the bacon wrapped shrimp because it was cooked perfectly! Delicious bacon with perfect shrimp (people often overcook them). The gnocchi had the truffle cream sauce which was to die for! Octopus salad was citrus and the octopus was perfectly cooked (not rubbery like some places I've had it). Overall, great place but might be had to get seat.
(5)Jingwen Y.
It's a cute and intimate place but the service left me just a little cold. I came in with a friend for a light dinner and was greeted with an unsmiling and unfriendly bartendar. Maybe he had a long day so we flashed him a smile and asked to be seated. The bartendar came and pour us water and again interacted with us with unsmiling and unfriendly face the entire time. At this point we thought maybe it's just him. However, when our waitress came to take our order, she had that same unsmiling and unfriendly attitude. Maybe it was part of the atmosphere or maybe it was just us but I don't enjoy going to places where I feel unwelcome. The food was ok. It was not the greatest but it was not bad. So I am giving this a so-so rating. Will try to visit this place before the year is out and hopefully I can upgrade my stars.
(3)Zoe M.
Last time I was here was VERY good! But I came on a Friday night and the bartender seemed much more interested in chatting with his friends than paying attention to us. Honestly, sub par service. Not impressed by Robert. Not sure if I'll come back.
(2)Jasmine M.
This is a no fuss, straightforward restaurant that serves high quality food without the pomp of other similarly targeted fine dining establishments. Their food delicious and served quickly (served as it's ready). If you want a casual yet upscale location to take a date (2nd or 3rd date perhaps, but not 1st due to the nature of the food service,) then this is the place for you. Definitely a great place to unwind with someone you're trying to get closer to and create a more casual experience while maintaining higher food and ambiance standards. Keep on eating, diners!
(4)Vili V.
I accidentally discovered this on the way to meet a friend. Best thing that's happened to me in Belltown. I find myself coming here more and more frequently. I can't resist... You can get Grilled Octopus Salad: $5/$10, Chicken w/ Local Wild Mushrooms, $6/$12. They serve Gnocci in a Rose sauce which is to die for. It's all more than enough to eat. I'd pay for it full price, but 50% off the list...best idea ever. Thank you Happy Hour. Bartender: Tall & adorable. He makes delicious drinks. Server: She's absolutely perfect at what she does. Cheers to you, List!
(5)Kate M.
Hip! Small. Pretty staff. Kool decor. Went here for my birthday dinner. We all ordered appetizers to share. Kinda ghetto, but whatever! Because this was the day I fell in love with Gnocci! Holy yum. Spicy meatball is... SPICY and SO DAMN GOOD. Salad was good. Bass was okay, but not bad but not amazing. Calamari was calamari. Pretty much everything we had was terrific. Service was good. I wish the place was a little bigger, but oh well. I didn't want to fall on anyone, haha. Only downfall was my Manhattan was gross. Sent it back, got something else and we were satisfied. Something funny: there's a slope outside the door, and I fell... :( they should paint that or something. It was scary! hahahahaha This place was nice. I enjoyed it. You should come here. Okay. (:
(4)Don L.
I was very impressed with this restaurant. The menu had several great choices. My friends and I shared 3 entrees family style at the suggestion of the waiter who was excellent by the way. We ordered the grilled pheasant, mussels, and bacon wrapped scampi. A more than adequate wine list to choose from and great desserts as well. Looking forward to coming back to Seattle just to do happy hour here even the the regular prices are not out of line at all!
(5)Vivian P.
I only tried 3 items here: gnocchi with black truffle cream, the burger w/ fries, and the grilled sea bass. My favorite was the grilled sea bass. It was light and crispy. The other dishes weren't great as I had imagined from reading the other reviews. Another cool thing is that it opens until 2am. Give this place a try during happy hour!
(3)Christine Y.
Sadly, I was not impressed by my recent HH visit. It's all about the food for me so despite relatively good service and hip decor--yes, I realize I just said hip--the List is "meh". The goat cheese and pear green salad was flavored by lemon juice. Kinda lame for what you get. The roasted onion chicken had a weird gravy that not only tasted like it was from a box but didn't belong (flavor-wise) in this dish. Like something you might find from Old Country Buffet. My friend had the burger and said it was good and I can attest that her fries, tasted like fries. The best part might have been the complimentary bread and basil-infused olive oil. I don't think I'll come back... =/
(2)Linda N.
So I bookmarked all the popular restaurants that I found on Yelp and tried every single place during my trip to Seattle. Funny how the ones that had good reviews were somewhat mediocre. My sister had mentioned to me about this place. I was kind of hesitant in the beginning because this place didn't pop up on yelp. But OMG, this was the best meal I had on the whole trip. We went during happy hour and everything was dirt cheap. How cheap you ask? All items were 50% off!!! We ended up ordering about 10 dishes or so and 2 bottles of wine. Our server was great. We asked her what she recommends and she said everything is good. Usually when people say that, they're just trying to milk you but she was right! Everything was good and maybe that's why we ended up ordering almost everything. This place is a must.
(5)Sean G.
Drinks: 3.5 stars Service: 4 stars Ambiance: 3.5 stars Location: 4 stars Price: 3.5 stars List's drink menu could use more variety but the service is excellent. The '1st Ave' is a delicious champagne/vodka drink. The vibe is trying hard to be Los Angeles-esque which makes this small restaurant/bar a little cheesy (if you are ever setting up a bar, color underlighting on the bar is a very cheesy look). Still, List is a fun spot to get food/drinks. Overall: 3.5 stars (bumped up to 4.0 stars because my girlfriend discovered that the toilets have heated seats)
(4)Nana L.
We came for happy hour on a Monday night. All day happy hour on Sunday and Monday! I loved the glam but not too classy vibe here. But the place is pretty small, so I can imagine it being super busy and packed on a Friday night. $14 for a bottle of wine was amazing (apparently it's the same owner as Barolo which explains the awesome deal). We ordered tons of food. (Let me pull up their menu really quick.) Flat bread, broccoli, gnocchi, green salad with goat cheese and pear, and grilled Chilean sea bass. Wow that was a lot for the two of us... ;) Our server was very nice and helpful. I told her that it was our first time here and asked her to recommend some dishes after our first round of food (salad and gnocchi). She suggested the sea bass and the flat bread, which were her favorites, and both were delicious. I highly recommend the sea bass and the gnocchi. The sea bass was so tender that it almost melted in my mouth. My friend doesn't like seafood and is very picky about texture. But she loved the sea bass after tasting it. As for the gnocchi, perfect amount of truffle oil in the sauce. I hate it when truffle becomes too overpowering in foods. But the sauce was nicely balanced. Definitely the new spot for happy hour. One last note. Kick ass bathrooms with seated toilet seats haha.
(5)Benjamin L.
Went for a monday happy hour--50% off all wine and small plates. A very nice pinot grigio was the wine, and the gnocchi were outstanding. Highly recommended...even at full price!
(4)Kelly C.
I was in Belltown and as my phone breathed its last breath before giving up on me, I found List's Happy Hour. 5.30. Still enough time. I stumbled the sign that almost begs to be ignored and secured one of the patio tables. This is the WAY TO GO if you can snag one. Great people-watching vantage point, handily obscured by a tree. I ordered a glass of Malbec while I waited for my companion. It was reasonably priced, not the best I've ever had but pleasant. The waitresses were great while I waited, they didn't buzz around me and make me feel weird for being alone, but they made sure I was supplied with a drink. Once my dining partner arrived, to make me laugh he ordered an X-rated tini. I'll be honest, I've heard way cleverer drink names, but he enjoyed the fruityness. Food: I ordered the gnocchi - man oh man, this was a taste explosion. That's the only way to describe it. Each tender little bundle detonated in my mouth and released a glorious blast of delicious. Rich, full, a tiny bit spicy - if you order it, make sure to sop up some of the sauce with every bite. My friend ordered the ahi tuna because they were out of the octopus. I exclaimed over its presentation (perhaps a little too enthusiastically, but I did have half a glass of wine before he even arrived). He appreciated how it was cooked (he is not easy to please when it comes to tuna) but he was still quite hungry afterward and ate again at the next bar we visited. For my part, I doubt I would visit List outside of Happy Hour. For the amount of food, the price is fantastic during the precious 4 to 6.30 time slot during the week, but I would be more than a little dissatisfied paying full price for the amount of gnocchi I received. I can't speak for the atmosphere inside, which would have been too dark for me on one of the few glorious days of Seattle summer, but I thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors and probably would have just that much more if they had poured a little more wine in each glass.
(4)Robbie B.
amazing, amazing happy hr special, which include wine deals. food was good....worth the $. great service and location in belltown. will return.
(4)Ashley A.
The food is definitely five stars but the place and the workers is the only thing that wasn't that great. I went for happy hour and it was pretty packed of course. The place fits under 50 people and the wait was about 35 mins after them not saying how long the wait was, mainly because there isn't a hostess. The servers are the hostesses and the bus boys. So you walk in and people just stand around and have to wait till a waiter gets the chance to come up to you. I felt like the hostess waiting there to be seated and having people ask me what to do and how long have I been waiting. A couple came in after us and because there isn't a host the waiter confused us and gave the people our seat and they had to correct him even though they still took the spot we preferred more. The seating is extremely close to each other it feels like you're having dinner with everyone. The waiters butt and elbows kept rubbing up on us.. the decor is nice and romantic kinda modern vintage.. but the food was awesome
(3)Tram T.
This is definitely one of my favorite spots to go in Belltown, especially during happy hour. Everything on the left side of the menu is half off! We usually get a few dishes and share them around the table. Did I mention they have bottles of wine for $14?! The gnocchi with the black truffle cream is literally, one of the best things I have ever eaten. It is cooked perfectly, and the cream sauce is delectable...I am always tempted to lick the plate clean! I was there last night and my friend and I ended up getting a second order of it! I could eat it all day; it is that good. I have tried almost everything on the happy hour menu and I do not have any complaints about any of them. The flatbread is good; it was a tad bit on the salty side but not a big deal! We got the spicy meatballs, which were yummy, and made a great dip for the flatbread. I have never liked eggplant but the parmigiana was very good!! It has a hint of spice in there which was nice. The calamari is good; nothing too special though. The cannelloni is good but not something I would choose first with all of the other options! My other favorite item here is the green salad with goat cheese and pear; DELICIOUS! I could eat the gnocchi and this all day. The pan-roasted chicken is also very good; I wasn't aware it was going to be a tiny bit spicy, but it was! I think it was the black pepper, but I love spicy, so no complaints from me. The sea bass is also very good; I would definitely recommend it. Last night they had a hazelnut gelato with a small chocolate cake and strawberries; AMAZING! Perfect size; even for two to share since we stuffed ourselves with food!! So overall, the food is very good and decently priced IF you go during happy hour. I'm not sure I would pay full price for the dishes (other than the gnocchi!!) during regular hours, because they're fairly small. The place has dim lighting, but cute decor. The tables are pretty close together and it can get quite loud in there since it's usually packed during happy hour! GO EARLY!! On Mondays and Sundays, happy hour is throughout dinner so be sure to beat the rush! The service is decent, nothing special but then again, they only have about two servers for the whole place (at least it seems that way). Doesn't matter though, because it's all about the food here! The dress code is between casual and business casual. I definitely wouldn't come here in sweatpants! They do have outdoor seating when the weather is nice but I'm not too fond of it because it's very small (the whole restaurant is) and there are a lot of passerbys that may ask you for money or food. It's a little uncomfortable. DO NOT take your kids here, please. :) lol
(4)Kay C.
Can't say enough great things about this place. What's not to like with the entire menu half off HH? And the food is soo good. The gnocchi, mushroom soup, meatballs, ... everything. I haven't had anything here that wasn't good. Plus the $14 bottle of wine .. can't go wrong with that either. Only thing is the place is so small, have to come earlier to get a seat for HH. Late night works too~
(5)Sally A.
One of my favorite happy hour places! I've tried everything on that menu and here are the must eats: Truffle Gnocchi (anything with the word Truffle in it must be good in my book) Giant spicy meatballs (for the men and meat lovers) Grilled Octopus Salad (zesty!) And for those of you that like to conveniently see what times HH are without going to their website: Happy Hour Times: Sunday & Monday: All Day Tuesday - Thursday: 4:00 - 6:30pm & 9pm - Midnight Friday & Saturday: 4:00 - 6:30pm All items on the 'food list' are 50% off $14 Bottle of Red Wine $14 Bottle of White Wine $3.75 Wines by the Glass $2.95 Beer on Tap
(5)M H.
You might think, "have I been here before?", chances are you have, but I can assure you the new space has food and drink that is much better than that old memory. What was the name of that old space....apartment something or other... I can't tell you the last time I've enjoyed great food and drink at such amazing happy hour prices. The house white was just perfect and the arugula salad was tasty with fresh mozzarella. The mussels were cooked to perfection, but the broth needs a bit more taste/seasoning. It's not the kind of broth that lures you to eat a whole loaf of their bread which is from Macrina Bakery - yummy! The wait staff have the perfect balance of being available, not in your table face and also didn't rush us. I'll be back for post work drinks and bites.
(4)Angela S.
Oh my goodness--fantastic happy hour! Cheap but DELICIOUS food and cheap tasty wines. I went with 6 friends at 5, and we had no trouble getting a table and were quickly enjoying our wine, and very soon after that, our food. It was great to be able get a bunch of dishes and share them--we got the gnocchi (and got seconds--it was sooooo gooooood), eggplant parmesan, tomato salad with gorgonzola, bacon wrapped prawns, spicy meatballs, mussels, and seared ahi tuna. I think everything was enjoyed, but the gnocchi was the best. Also, the (complimentary?) bread came with a pesto dipping sauce that was quite tasty. Recommend unrestrainedly! (For happy hour.) I will be back.
(5)Megan O.
Every time I eat here it's great! Definitely one of the best happy hours in Seattle. The first time I came I got the tomato gorgonzola salad and truffle gnocchi. Everything was super flavorful. The salad was a combination of two of my favorite things and it was covered in finely chopped onion, cucumber and capers. Yum! The gnocchi was equally as delicious. It was creamy and had a great texture. I wish someone would've been there to share it with me. Luckily on my next go round I met a friend after work. We shared the tomato salad, calamari and bacon wrapped prawns. Yum again! In addition to the reasonably priced eats, there is also cheap wine and beer. I like List because its simple, delicious and I've always received good service there. I'm definitely adding it to my regular happy hour rotation.
(5)Dae Y.
I liked the lighting. we were there late on a school night and they had covered up the beer taps, but they opened them back up for me. overall, a nice little place. The table size we put together was perfect for our group of 7. We could be loud, and it didn't seem out of place even though we were the only ones in there. i had some really good company this night...
(4)H T.
***Best Happy Hour I've Ever Had*** List is an amazing spot for happy hour - one of the best Seattle has to offer. Happy hour every day including my favorite, late night happy hour on Tues-Thurs. Everything on the main menu such as their oh so yummy black truffle gnocchi, baked broccoli and cauliflower, eggplant parmigiana, chilean sea bass, etc. is HALF OFF! In addition to food, all drinks are half off - including entire bottles of wine. The decor of the lounge is fabulous and there's a few tables outside for seating. The restaurant is fairly small and waiting for a table is not unusual during the weekdays. Here's their Happy Hour Schedule: Sunday & Monday - ALL DAY! Tuesday -Thursday - 4pm to 6:30pm and 9pm to Midnight. Friday & Saturday - 4pm to 6:30pm. Bottom line, this is one the best happy hours in Seattle and it's right next to Umi which makes me love them even more!
(5)Julie B.
Happy Hour is the new dinner, and I'm having mine at List. It's as affordable and fabulous as everyone has said in prior reviews. I started with the arugula & mozzarella salad, in a lightly dressed vinaigrette. I followed that with a grilled sea bass in a light shroom reduction. A dining companion had calamari, which were lightly breaded and spiced, just perfect as a plate to share with the group. I went with a full-priced Syrah, as I wasn't feeling the HH options, and even the full-priced wine glasses are still affordable. The atmosphere is hip, service is prompt, and the quality of the food is fantastic. I'll definitely return to List!
(5)Kat F.
I've pretty much stopped going out for dinner in Seattle unless it's a special occasion. We're all trying to save a little money without giving up quality or fun and with happy hours like the one at List, it's easy to do. I was completely dazzled by the menu so I picked the first two delicious looking things that my eyes fell on - gorgonzola tomato salad and clams steamed in a white wine sauce. The salad was absolutely perfect - thick slices of oil-drizzled tomato and a stick of gorgonzola arranged attractively. I was close to licking the plate when I finished the tomatoes and cheese but luckily the bartender had provided some sliced baguette so I was able to use that to wipe up the dressing instead. I was expecting an equally delicate portion of clams but I was happily surprised by the giant bowl set in front of me. Our server was friendly, quick and competent. I can't wait to come back to try more of the menu!
(5)Bryan R.
What a great HH place! Food and drink are truly reasonable and the other thing is--the food is incredible for a happy hour menu (1/2 price). The flatbread with feta, cranberry, and pine nuts is great, the black truffle gnocchi is wonderful, and I hope for the same from all the other delicious things I have yet to try. I'll definitely be back.
(4)Edward C.
50% off all food for happy hour. Yes please. Go to this place for happy hour, order copious amounts of food, and revel in its deliciousness and inexpensive prices. On the recommendation of other yelpers, I tried the flatbread, the sea bass, the gnocchi, and the chocolate tortino. All were great. The flatbread mixed together goat cheese, pine nuts, and cranberries--always a good flavor combination--but what put it over the top for me was the hint of heat that was present. The sea bass was the best fish that I've had in a while, cooked well with interesting accompaniments that brought the whole plate together. The gnocchi had a great texture and a relatively subtle cream sauce that grew on me as I ate more. And the chocolate tortino was deliciously rich and warm without being cloying or too much. One small note: I like to see what I'm eating, but it's very dim inside. I guess it's for the ambiance, but food trumps atmosphere for me. All in all, an awesome place for happy hour. Maybe slightly less awesome for not happy hour, but List still has good food.
(5)Rowena T.
The mirrors tricked me...LOL. Worth coming back...I went Monday night to avoid any crowds or rush. it was a perfect Monday happy hour date. The place is super small and the red chandeliers gave it a sexy vibe. Liek everyone said this is a great place to order some small plates and catch up with friends. The food came out fast and the server was polite and attentive. HH is the best! Half off everything... What we shared: Hangar steak (which is medium rare only) Organic tomato salad w.gorgonzola Flatbread w. goat cheese, cranberries, pinenuts (Oh how i love flat breads) Eggplant parmigiana
(5)Jordan S.
I visited Seattle in March, and always knew Belltown was clutch for fun and unique food. I went to this place expecting average priced tapas, but arrived on a Monday to find it was happy hour all day and wine was $14 a bottle. Can you say AMAZING?! I ordered the gnocchi (YUM), steamer clams (YUM), and seared ahi (disappointing). The atmosphere is casual, and the seating was close. If you are looking for a cute and casual evening with a date or girlfriends LIST IS A MUST!
(4)Joyce J.
Probably the best happy deal that I have seen in Seattle with everything half off and the portions were decent. All dishes were served when ready. The tomato salad was quite nice. The Chilean sea bass was executed perfectly. I also liked the gnucci with white truffles.
(5)Omer B.
Great atmosphere. Good music. The food and drinks were delicious and the service is friendly and prompt.
(5)cheesy s.
Was here for dinner for two at 8pm Saturday - so we didn't get the HH specials. Small dining area was packed but there was space at the bar - so why not? Beats waiting! Atmosphere: loud beaty bumpy music and pretty much darkness minus the tealights and the red chandeliers. Bar tender was uber friendly and made good recommendations! [ Plum blossom martini ] - not too sweet but has the right amount of tangy to it; would order it again! 1) Eggplant parmigani - a little bit too much cheese? But then again, it IS italian. 2) Lamb with spicy gnocchi - lamb meat was cooked perfectly and was savory good! Gnocchi - didn't taste the spicy; wasn't too crazed about it. I've had gnocchi in Italy so I'm pretty biased to what it should taste like. =X 3) Grilled chilean sea bass on top of beans with spinach - DELICIOUS! It's a different kind of bean than you would normally think of - it still has the oompf when you chew, kinda makes you think of rice like versus the mushy beans you'd get in red beans and rice. I bet if we made it for HH, this review would have been 5 stars. Half price is always nice!
(4)Chris W.
Wow! Incredible food and wine at great prices! This is my favorite happy hour in Seattle. Sometimes it gets a little too busy, but what would you expect from a place with such great food. My girlfriend and I try to go at least every other week.
(5)Matthew C.
Slightly disappointed with this place. Grilled Caesar was actually fantastic, the romaine was actually grilled! Gnocchi was kinda overcooked, but the flavors were pretty solid. The seared tuna is where we really were underwhelmed. Overall there are just too many good restaurants in the area to go back to this place.
(3)Matthew M.
Wow! What a nice little surprise! I passed by this place several months ago and added it to my "Places to eat" list. I finally went the other evening and was totally surprised by how wonderful the experience was. It was one of those places where I assumed they spent more time making it look cute and swanky than they spent making the food worth while. Not the case at all. First, I went for happy hour, which is one of the best happy hours in the city. The entire menu is half price and their beer on tap is $2.95 and the glasses of wine are about a dollar more. I went with a friend and we split four items: the gnocchi, roast chicken, meatballs and cannelloni. All of it was very tasty, but the gnocchi was OUT OF THIS WORLD. It was covered in a rich truffle cream sauce and, not to be too graphic, but by the end of it, the gnocchi weren't the only things covered in cream sauce. The meatballs were spicy and flavorful and paired perfectly with their wonderfully smooth house red wine. Even the table bread topped with their pesto spread was just perfect. Other delights include their red back-lit counter tops around the bar and in the bathroom (who doesn't love finding intrigue even in a joint's bathroom?). The only potential drawback is that it's quite small, so it's best to get there early. I personally liked how small it was so I didn't feel like I was lost in a sea of restaurant. I definitely envision myself a repeat customer.
(5)Alex L.
Really good food. It's a very classy place with amazing quality for an affordable price. Portion sizes are perfect for you to try 2-3 things on the menu. The only down side to this place is I've been here too often and I've tried everything on the menu already. Everything is good except the ravioli. I've never been a ravioli kind of guy. I just ordered it for the sake of diversity.
(5)Tyler K.
Good happy hour and good food - $14 bottle of wine, and 50% off food... how can you go wrong with that!? It's a mall place but a fun modern style to it. Had a great night there with a group of friends, and the staff was very friendly. Will be going back again soon.
(4)Mailani W.
How can you not dig this place especially during happy hour?!? Lovely selection of wine too. Staff is nice to look at, and friendly to boot. Cozy atmosphere for a date or kickin back with the bff. Snabberdy nabit! That sea bass is utterly perfect. And wow, the truffle gnocchi I wanted to attack my fork with, but apprehensively shared, (politely) with my buddy. It would be worth the food, wine, and ambiance during non HH times as well. Although be forewarned that Belltown attracts some obnoxious ppl, and I'm not even talking about Friday or Saturday night. Had the pleasure of sitting next to a group of cackling drunk ladies in their mid 30s that presumably came from work..? Yet had reserved a corner with their hiking backpacks in tow. Apparently didn't have time to chuck it into one of their Subarus before meeting at List. Be that as it may, if that type of thing occurs just immerse yourself in the delicious menu and enjoy the wine bottle special.
(4)Yolanda G.
Definitely hit up List if you are in the area! Hands down the most extensive appetizer menu for happy hour that go above and beyond sliders and jalapeño poppers. Favorites that our group tried for sharing were the meatballs, gnocchi, hanging steak, Cantaloni, and the ahi seared tuna. My friend, the regular said that everything on the menu is really good, but we just couldn't order them all. Let's talk about this happy hour that happens 7 days a week from 4:00-6:30! Yes, that's right, I said everyday!!! All appetizers are half price which means most are $4 & $5 which is amazing for high quality restaurant food instead of just your typical greasy bar food. Pints were $2.50 and a bottle of wine is $14. Holy crap, who can top that?! The atmosphere is a trendy setting with a laid back vibe like many in the Belltown district. Ladies, you must check out the bathroom as it's really cool. One entire wall is a mirror and there is a heated toilet seat. I went back a couple of times just to experience the toasty warm feeling on my tush. Funky beads and a 3 way mirror decorate the sink as well. Service was fabulous on the Sunday we went, but heard it can get pretty packed on Friday and Saturday nights. This would definitely be my neighborhood bar if I lived here!
(5)Lisa H.
I love this place. Food is amazing, drinks are great and Happy Hour is the BEST!! All day Sunday and Monday Happy Hour, ALL DAY!!!! Tuesday through Thursday 4pm to 6:30pm and 9pm to Midnight. Friday and Saturday 4pm to 6:30pm. The food is half off and they have half price bottles of wine. It is very small and it fills up quick, but if you get there early or late you can usually get a table pretty quickly. But for food and drinks at the price they sell it's totally worth the wait.
(5)Richard T.
List provided my girlfriend and I with my favorite dining experience. The suite is cozy, and intimate. Service was the best I have had. We ordered the Gnocchi, Prawns, Flat Bread, and 2 bottles of wine. Each dish was prepared to perfection. The music choice was right up my alley...I honestly can't think of anything negative to say about our experience here. If I ever opened a restaurant, I would strive to do it how List did while I was visiting Seattle.
(5)Eddie A.
Can not wait to go back! Great service, absolutely delicious food!
(5)G. J.
Sunday happy hour? WHAT. The prices on the regular menu were already extremely reasonable, especially considering the top-notch quality and quantity of the food, but with the discount, we got an unheard-of deal. Add to that the friendly service and an intimate, "hip" atmosphere (Virgin America-esque loung-y purple lighting included), and you have a sure recipe for success. They don't, however, take reservations, so be prepared to wait for ten to twenty minutes and just enjoy a drink at the bar. I feel compelled to *strongly* recommend the grilled octopus salad and, especially, the ahi tuna, both of which were delicious (the latter was extraordinarily so) and, dare I say (yes. yes, i do), possibly the best dishes on the menu. What more can I say... List just has it all. It combines all of its ingredients -- the food, the setting, the mood, the space, the lights, the prices, the drinks -- so harmoniously, and yet so seemingly effortlessly, that you don't realize how perfect it is until you walk out feeling sublimely satisfied and look back in amazement and disbelief at the understated, unassuming Belltown locale, and swear to go back next week... "just to double-check".
(5)Minh V.
Great place to go for happy hour!!! I think the food here is much better than their sister restaurant Barolo. Love the gnocci and bass. You can always find me here or at Barolo :)
(4)Kathryn S.
Probably the best happy hour in all of Seattle, and it's in a great location (Belltown)! Food and wine are all 50% off. It's a great place to spend an evening that won't break the bank. My only wish is that it was a little less noisy.
(4)Nicole S.
This is my hands down favorite happy hour place we visited while in Seattle. They have $14 bottles of red wine for happy hour, and the food is an incredible steal too. For $7 you can get a generous serving of sea bass over a bed of kale and some sort of quinoa-ish grain that is flavored perfectly. I absolutely LOVED this dish. The gnocchi was ok. The pear & goat cheese salad was definitely a win. My fiance ordered the angus burger w/ fries and truly enjoyed this, it's a generous portion so you could technically eat just the burger and be full. Overall, the service was great and the food was fantastic. Can't beat the quality or deals here as far as I'm concerned!
(5)Elizabeth V.
Very little room at size dinning area narrow, but mirrors reflection to create a spacy look,and look for above at red chandeliers italian blown glass! From off a small chain, and same italian families places at quality a few in styles to italian recipes, also newer style cusines,(or gnocchi, canoli,& meatballs. That at costs half off was easier to try lots of dishes onto happy hour deals !
(4)Angel H.
I LOVE this place, what more can I say? Great prices, FANTASTIC food, the decor and vibe are very fun & comforting. Gnocchi is to die for, The flatbread was very good. meatballs, broccoli & Califlower, bacon wrapped prawns- it's ALL good. I'm now becoming a regular.
(5)Taylor P.
I like coming here for happy hour and a few nights a week it starts as early as 9pm. I absolutely love the gnocchi here. The flat bread is also one of my regular items. I think they only thing keeping me from 5 stars is the service can be hit or miss and I'm sure that is because sometimes it's crowded and sometimes dead so it's hard to keep 2 servers for that small of a space. Oh and yes, on a cold day that heated toilet seat is a nice surprise.
(4)Carl F.
The food is outstanding. All day happy hour Sunday and Monday (1/2 off bottles of wine 1/2 off food) and great service.
(4)Owlburt L.
Went here because we liked Barolo Ristorante so much and figured since it's the same owner's it must be good. They got the same $14 bottle of wine during happy hour (which is awesome) and their menu is similar but still different from Barolo. The food was good but not as good as Barolo. Their menu isn't as limited as Barolo. I would say if I went here first I would have given them a better review but Barolo is still better.
(3)Kent K.
I've tried almost everything on the happy hour menu and have not been disappointed. The $14 bottles of happy hour wine may have influenced me. Good eats. Good drinks. Pretty good friendly and polite service. One star off as my lady friends tell me they love the heated seat in their bathroom but we men are left in the cold.
(4)Dr. B.
This is possibly the best place in town for happy hour. The food is consistent and the wait staff is both friendly and knowledgeable. Try the Ceasar Salad and the Sea Bass. You simply cannot beat half off nearly all food items from 9-12. No other place in Seattle has the food variety that this place does. The only drawback is that the wine list by the glass is not great. But they do have many good selections by the bottle and bottle prices aren't too bad either. This place can be packed, particularly later in the week, because everyone else knows that it is a great place. Big fan here.
(5)Sarah S.
Excellent happy hour! Two of us shared the feta/cranberry flat bread, grilled octopus salad and the burger. All were delicious. The burger and the octopus were perfectly cooked. My Fiance kept calling the flat bread "fat bread", due to the fact that it was foccacia with toppings on it. Nonetheless, it was my favorite dish, the bread was really tasty! My only complaint was that the octopus could have been a little less spicy, it overpowered the dish slightly. The bill was only a little over $22 for 3 large plates and a glass of wine!
(4)Amit P.
List has one of the best happy hours in Belltown. The items on the menu that are good are gnocchi, fish and lamb. They are a bit on the spicy side so be prepared with a beer. The servers are prompt and jovial.
(4)G P.
OH my MAMA! I went here on a Saturday for happy hour with a friend. We loved it! We got our fat girl on and ordered 5 app's! yes 5! All of them were excellent! I will be taking my husband very soon! Our waitress was super nice and the place is soooooo cute! its tiny so dont bring a large group!
(5)Arun S.
I didn't think I would like this place but I did. I am not usually a fan of these 'hoity toity tapas' type places. However, the happy hour here is great: good wine, great food (such as the truffle gnocchi, bacon wrapped prawms, flatbreads, rack of lamb, salad, etc), good HH prices. You can get a great deal for your money here. They also have HH all day Sunday which is always nice for a little treat at the end of the weekend. The place is small and dimly lit, but feels so much more warm and inviting compared to Black Bottle. This establishment is going to be regularly visited by me.
(4)Regina L.
This is definitely not Italian. Other than the gnocchi, everything was too spicy. Food combinations didn't go together well. Cannot recommend this place. Will not be back.
(1)Rebecca D.
I loved this place, man I wish I could find a place like this here in SF, cuz I would go all the time. The happy hour deals are freaking great, I think it was half off of their already decently priced food items. The fact that they have two sets of happy hours, one earlier in the evening and one later in the evening after going out, is cool. Certain things were better then others, I liked the meatballs and the flatbread, nummy, makes me hungry just thinking about them. The ambiance was nice, chill music, and good drinks.
(4)Tab B.
If I could give List 5 bazillion stars, I would. They have the BEST happy hour I have ever had. Delicious food served in a jiffy at a great price, with great service to go along with it- what's not to love?! The bartender opened the door a few minutes early and invited us in- yes we were actually waiting for them to open :-P. We had the gnocchi, the spicy meatballs, and the bacon-wrapped prawns, all of which were amazing. The staff also gave us some great recommendations for places to go that evening. Whenever we are in Seattle we will definitely be coming to this place- I might even be tempted to make the drive just for the gnocchi.
(5)Paul K.
We've been here twice now after reading about how great the food is. The happy hour takes 1/2 off most of their food. The gnocchi is awesome, with a delicious cream sauce. We had the seared ahi and the sea bass last night and they were both great. Wonderful food and service.
(4)Lan N.
Intimate loungy restaurant. Came here for dinner because they offer Happy Hour prices all day. Not what you'd expect on a hh menu- no typical bar apps like hot wings and nachos. We had gourmet Italian tapas- Octopus salad, meatballs, truffled gnocchi. Plus drink specials. Good food and service. Our bill was less than $40 and we left full and content. A great find! Thanks Yelp.
(4)Katie H.
You can't beat this happy hour! I was amazed with the quality of food and how cheap they were selling it during their happy hour! The gnocchi with truffle cream sauce was definitely tasty, but I think I actually like the gnocchi that comes with the duck even better. The seared ahi was awesome, and I love love love the tomato salad with gorganzola. It was so simple, but just hit the spot perfectly - tasty, refreshing, perfect. Oh and you can get a bottle of wine for $14 or a glass for $3.75 during happy hour too. Not shabby at all!
(5)Julia L.
I can't believe I just discovered this place, especially when my favorite restaurant, Black Bottle, is two blocks away. Belltown is now my go-to food neighborhood. Sorry Capitol Hill. I went with two girlfriends and ordered four dishes off the happy hour menu to share. The gnocchi was to die for, as was the sea bass. THe decor is hip, but not uppity; it was a very "Sex and the City" outing if that makes any sense at all.
(5)Yvonne D.
Ever since I discover this place in Feb, I came back around 5-6 times, we consistently have pretty good service and the food have been very consistent. That's a very good thing in a restaurant, I recently tried the burger and fries, OMG, good good good, loving the menu I would come back again and again! =)
(4)Rose S.
A great deal for happy hour, and a great idea, but not the greatest execution. We ordered the left side of the menu, followed by the right side of the menu, and were unimpressed by all but the gnocchi in the truffle cream sauce (which was impressive indeed!). The octopus was super chewy, the calamari was boring, the prawns were overcooked and bland, and everything else was fairly forgettable. But the gnocchi was perfect, the wine was good (and cheap), and our server was a real sweetheart. We'll probably be back, and just double up on gnocchi and wine. A-Ok.
(3)Laura K.
Had high hopes for this place since it is Barolo's sister restaurant and they have similar happy hours. The half off menu and the super cheap wine is a dream for the down and out recession foodie at Barolo but the food here does not compare to Barolo's food. The tomato salad tasted fishy and mushy. The calamari tasted ok but it looked like they were cooked in old grease. The quality of the food seemed cheap and the menu is uninspired. The upside is that happy hour is all day on Sunday and Monday and there is more seating available here than at Barolo. This place will satisfy your need for cheap food and drink with a nice modern decor but keep your food expectations in check.
(3)Shout M.
Wow ... really? I seriously don't know why there are so many 5 stars for this place... the two stars here are for the food only.... I must have a gone on a really bad night or something because EVERYTHING else was horrible. We had wait forever to order. When our first entree came, I had to ask for small dishes. They were out of bread and two of the entrees I came to try. Service was just plain horrible. ... I went on monday for hh... it wasn't a crazy friday night where some of this would be understandable... lastly .. urgh.. the decor ... I dont want to eat at place that looks like its trying really hard to be some dance club... cheesy!
(2)Oleg K.
This place is delicious. Like everyone else has recommended, both the seabass and the gnocchi with truffle oil were great. The marinara sauce used for the mussels was deliciously spicy. Ahi tuna was just so-so. The glaring problem is that the management decided that 1 waitress (and probably 1 cook) should be enough for a busy restaurant on a Saturday night. It took an hour and a half to get all 5 plates out of 6 that we ordered! An hour and a half! I ran out of time (and patience) waiting for the sixth plate, for which the waitress didn't even apologize. If you go, do not go at 6:00pm on a Saturday--unless you have two hours to spare.
(4)Jim D.
Ill keep it simple, just go! Great food, good wine, great service and reasonably priced. Must, must try the truffle gnocchi!
(5)Misty C.
I truly love List. I have been here a few time and I always leave super happy and wanting to go back the next day. List is everything I love about Belltown. It is a swanky little bar/restaurant with great service and decent patrons. Let me emphasize LITTLE, however, so either go early or send a scout to get you on the wait list for a table. They have fun drinks and friendly bar tenders. The servers are amazing in that they can be attentive and get around the crowded space. They are knowledgeable and make great recommendations after listening to what you like. The ambience is beautiful. I have come on a date and out with my girl friends and both felt intimate and appropriate. If you like alcohol you won't be disappointed. Now, this isn't Bath Tub Gin & Co or Zig Zag. You won't get that type of never heard of before custom made drink. But they do have a full bar that they get creative with and a decent wine list. See how the List works out? Wait list, wine list, food list, hottie list...they named this place well. Speaking of the food list, I think the only thing I had here that didn't rock my socks was some salad. It was just too seasoned. I can't remember if it was too much salt or too much pepper, but it was too much something. Everything else is great. I actually pay full price for the items when I can't make happy hour because I like List so much. That being said, the Happy Hour is what makes List one of my favorite spots in Belltown. You get everything you would normally get during non-happy-hour at half the price. Put me on the VIP list, because I LOVE List!
(5)Melissa N.
I have only come for happy hour. But seriously... it's THE BEST TIME to come. It can get pretty crowded quickly since it's such a small space, but I have lucked out in getting a table. Half off appetizers? Heck ya! What a great deal because there is SO MUCH to choose from. I can't emphasize how much I love love love love the gnocchi. By far my favorite dish. Calamari is pretty standard, but seriously I could eat the gnocchi all day. Another great one is the bacon wrapped prawns. Yum.
(5)Maria S.
Best happy hour in town! :) 21 and over only. Their portions are great. I don't think there was anything we tried that we didn't care for. The spicy meatballs are just that but also moist and delicious. Two large meatballs on a plate, made me think I'm going to brush up on making these. ;) The salt and pepper calamari was good although nothing in particular stood out to me about it. Don't get me wrong, they aren't bad. It's calamari. So unless you've screwed up, it's calamari. The bacon wrapped prawns have great flavor and are wonderfully plated nice size with sautéed kale and cannelli beans. A great combination. The gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce is a rich pillowy decadent dish. Definitely a favorite. The plum blossom cocktail was a welcome addition to my palate for the evening. Very glad we went on a Monday and tried a variety of dishes. Great please to go for dinner as a couple or with friends. Even to relax for happy hour and enjoy something to eat with some drinks. If we lived closer I can see this being a regular place we would go. That said, it very likely will be when we're in town. Cheers!
(5)Serena L.
Delicious. We went on Sunday at 4:15ish and the place was already pretty crowded. All the food we ordered was delicious, especially the gnocchi and the octopus salad. We wish we lived in seattle so we could come here all the time!
(5)Diana C.
Awesome happy hour! Went with girlfriends and had the gnocchi, calamari, rack of lamb (not happy hour), seabass, etc. and they were all delicious. Staff is pretty cool and drinks are also great! Will definitely be back!
(4)Sarah M.
Blink and you'll miss this place! This place is a tiny bar/restaurant in Belltown in a prime location but is not well advertised and you have to look hard to find it. I was surprised at how small this place - maybe around 8 tables and a small bar. We went there at happy hour and most appetizers were 50% off. The restaurant was super modern, trendy, and kind of reminded me of an Urban Outfitters catalog. We ordered a bunch of appetizers...my husband had the mussels and prawns with bacon and I had the black truffle oil gnocchi and garlic broccoli. I loved both the broccoli and gnocchi but my husband said that his were just so-so. The broccoli was extremely simple but it was really good. It had little red pepper flakes which gave it a surprising spiciness to it. The gnocchi was in a creamy sauce with truffle oil/salt - the gnocchi was softer than most that I've had but still delicious. Not too heavy but just right. For 4 appetizers and a glass of wine, it was only $33. So glad we found this hidden gem! I'd come back for dinner - the dinner options were only $10-ish each but for the quality, to be honest, I'd be willing to pay more. :)
(4)Jennifer B.
One of my favorite happy hour places. The food is great, the wine is a good price, and the staff are attentive and sweet. I've tried almost everything on the menu and they are all tasty. My favorite is the Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream so I order that every time. I like the salads, mussels, and seared ahi. The owners of List also own Barolo another one of my favorite happy hour places with a completely different menu but excellent wines too. The place is small so it's smart to get there early to get a seat.
(4)Julie N.
My friend and I went on a Thursday around 5:30ish. It wasn't packed but not completely empty either - a great time to go. A bit loud so I had to speak up more than usual to hear myself so probably not a good place for important meetings. But you shouldn't be having any important meetings here anyways what with all the tasty happy hour options!! (Esp. on Sun & Mon when it's HH ALL day!) I got the gnocchi with black truffle cream - soft, small bite-sized. Impeccable taste. Sea salt and pepper calamari - a great blend of ingredients to the calamari. Grilled chilean sea bass - the tomato farro was an interesting addition to the dish. Never had it before but certainly want it in everything now!! -- Parking is terrible! But it's Belltown.
(4)Vanessa S.
Yummmmmmmeeeeeeers! We started with 2 drinks. I forgot the names, but they had 2 Prosecco drinks. I got one and my husband got the other. They were both very good. Next, we had the grilled cesar salad. Wow. That was reallllllly good. It wasn't dressed with a lot of dressing at all, but the flavor of the grill on the romaine and the shaving of parmegiano reggiano over it was so so tasty. We demolished that salad! Decent portion to I might add. Next we had the calamari with white beans. That was good. Nice flavor in the sauce and the calamari was cooked perfectly. The beans were nice and tender as well. We followed that with the mussels. YUMMY! The sauce didn't seem to be the same as in the calamari, but it was also tasty. The mussels were cooked perfectly as well. No grit, no barnicles on the mussels. The prices are ok. The service was good. The food was very tasty.
(4)Candi K.
One of my favorite happy hour spots. I love their gnoochi and pretty much everything here is amazing. I also love how they have HH priced bottle of wines as well. Me and my girlfriends can finish a couple bottles and then some.
(5)Anthony J.
Took Yelper's advice and checked this place out last night. Wow. Awesome. First, the X-rated Martini to start. Yum! Then the Pear/Gorgonzola salad. Delicious. Then the Cannelloni. Superb. Then a desert - a truly amazing, melt-in-your-mouth hot chocolate cake with gelato. Good service. Reasonable price. Nice modern atmosphere that felt more like I was in Manhattan than Seattle. Perfect from start-to-finish!
(5)Yanell B.
The allure was lost on me. After a long day of travel, this sounded like a good late night option. We were pleasantly surprised it was late night happy hour. We tried ahi, flatbread, calamari, tomato & gorgonzola, all mediocre at best. The cannelloni was ok, the best plate was the gnocchi (and we were starving, so it didn't take much to satisfy). Can't complain to much about a $14 bottle of wine, that's exactly how it tasted! I'd pass on this place...additionally the chandeliers over the tables were covered in dust and spider webs (big turn off).
(3)Jean Y.
I'd seen List's HH called the best HH in Belltown or Seattle by so many reviewers that I had to give it a try. After a few visits, I've had: * gnocchi with black truffle cream (twice) * grilled chilean sea bass * baked broccoli and cauliflower * eggplant parmigiana * green salad with goat cheese and pear * cannelloni with spinach and ricotta * seasonal mushrooms and roasted onion chicken * spicy meatballs The dishes all sound promising on the menu, but nothing I've tried has really stood out. A few of the dishes tasted a bit off. The gnocchi's sauce was a bit too rich, and it only tasted good while it was still piping hot. (I like the ricotta gnocchi at Dinette better!) The second time I ordered it, it was better but I was also much hungrier. The sea bass tasted fishy in the not-so-fresh way, the way quality fish at restaurants probably shouldn't taste. The cannelloni was unevenly seasoned, and I got a few bites of super salty sauce. The chicken was a bit too herby. The portions are small, so I'd say they are reasonable at the happy hour prices but overpriced outside of HH. List gets some bonus points for prompt, mistake-free service and all day HH on Sundays and Mondays. For a similar HH with 1/2 off food and drink, I suggest Ventana across the street. While List excludes "featured dishes" and cocktails from the HH discount, all food items and all cocktails at Ventana are 1/2 off during HH. I also find that Ventana's dishes win over List's in terms of uniqueness, flavor, and presentation.
(3)Jon L.
There are so many happy hour choices in Belltown, but List is really a small gem. It seems to be overshadowed by neighbor, Umi Sake House. Kind of feels like they get the overflow business. I came here for the first time a couple days ago for happy hour. List has a happy hour daily from 4 to 6:30, but on Sunday/Monday it is all day. Some nights there is also a second happy hour from 9 to midnight. Their food specials are awesome. It is 50% off their food list menu. Also, there are drink specials on wine and draft beer. The interior is a bit ultra trendy for my tastes, bordering on intimidating, but I looked past this. The space is small, so there is not that much seating. It got full at 5 pm when I was there, so perhaps come here around 4:30 to beat the traffic of happy hour goers. The Italian pasta dishes looked very tempting, but I decided to go with the organic Angus burger with fries ($5.50 HH), the salad with goat cheese and pear ($4 HH) and a Fat Tire beer ($2.95 HH). I have to say the burger and fries was an improvement on the sliders and McDonald's like fries I had the previous week at Crossroads Bar. I do also like that they use Macrina buns here. Initially, the burger seemed a bit too char-grilled for my tastes. It needed some ketchup or something to get rid of this flavor. After finishing the delicious salad, I had some leftover goat cheese and decided to smear it on the burger. This did wonders for the burger. Totally saved the dish from mediocrity. Paired with the beer, this meal hit the spot. List has a great happy hour and is highly recommended. Just be aware that it is a bit of a small space, so plan potentially for a wait or get here early.
(4)Lilly T.
The happy hour is incredible! You get good, QUALITY food at a great value. Their twist on happy favorites as well as dishes you typically wouldn't find on a "bar" menu elsewhere is done so well with originality and sophistication! It's nice that they offer a mix of different seafood dishes, as well as salads, pastas and even burgers! Our favorite was the gnocchi in truffle cream sauce. It comes out piping hot and each bite literally melts in your mouth. The sauce is buttery smooth and nicely seasoned. The angus burger had a nice charcoal flavor and their housemade aioli was delicious. We ordered a total of 3 dishes and a draft beer which came out to only $24!! You can't get that anywhere else. Highly, highly recommended.
(4)Andrea P.
Serious shout out to Sarah and Ari for such friendly service. What can I say this place has got it all, crazy delicious food, comfortable ambiance and great staff. Definitely going to make this one of my regular stops when I am in Seattle.
(4)james j.
sunny day, sitting on the (very small) deck, enjoying the shade of one of the last remaining cedar trees on 1st Ave. Great HH, very nice waitress, cool décor (and a well-appointed mens' room, a rare thing!). I'll be back for sure.
(5)Alice H.
I actually enjoyed the food here, but the restaurant was not at all what I was expecting. It was more a douchey club atmosphere rather than a restaurant. The bartender was nice though and the drinks were decent. I give this place one douchey thumb up for decent food and good service.
(3)Joan-Stephen P.
This was great food in small portions. One of us had a dish that took too long to come out, he was waiting to catch a plane, but when it appeared, easy to see why. We enjoyed the food, and atmosphere. A little noisy,but wine was reasonably priced, so forgot about that fairly soon. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Easy walking distance to most hotels, and to next place in our restaurant crawl!
(5)dave m.
Did you know about this place being the secret happy hour spot of all time? My wife and I went for our anniversary (just down from the Big Picture). We were only only of two couples in there; when asked the staff did say it was rarely that empty. Our server was Alex, and she was great. We drank a passion fruit drink and a chambers drink, and both were quite good. The dished are small, and perfect for splitting. We ate the Gnocchi (JEEBUS HFS AWESOME), eggplant (yum), octopus salad(yum), tuna (meh), salt and pepper calamari (meh). Definitely a happy hour score.
(5)jason d.
Sarted with the octopus salad, perfectly cooked, perfectly dressed. The prawns were good, a bit overdone, and the seabass was phenominal. We ordered 2 more of the seabass. Then we had the sauteed calamari which was exceptional, and the meatballs which were delicious with the macrina bread. Love this place. The bartender Ryan is fantastic as well as Sarah the cocktailer, both so friendly and make you feel at home.
(5)Scott D.
Great service, amazing food, fun location. The overall vibe of the place is trendy and lively. Prices are very reasonable. Be sure to try the Gnocchi!
(5)Daniel K.
Great service, great food and great happy hour price.
(4)May N.
Cute place with dim lighting and a modern atmosphere. Very small place, but still fairly comfortable. I wouldn't go here if the group exceeded 4 people. I went for happy hour with 2 friends and we got 5 dishes to split off the happy hour menu. We had the calamari, gnocchi, meatballs, chicken, and ahi tuna. We actively discussed what we thought of each dish as we ate. After eating we were all fairly content/full and fairly satisfied. Gnocchi with black truffle cream - Ding, ding, ding! This is our winner. We were all very impressed with the texture of the gnocchi and the truffle flavor was really brought out in the cream. If I went back, this is what I'd get Spicy Meatballs - Not very spicy, but a bit of a zing. Although I'm not one to typically order something like meatballs at a restaurant, one of my friends wanted to try and I'm glad he did. They were surprisingly moist and tender - probably my 2nd favorite. Seasonal Mushrooms + Onion Roasted Chicken - The sauce on this was surprising, but tasty. Totally not what I expected. The mushrooms and onions were delicious but the greens at the bottom were extremely bitter - even eating it with a bite of chicken and copious amounts of the sauce did not help counteract it. I liked the chicken a lot but the greens put this down a notch for me. Seared Ahi-Tuna, Honey Ginger Sauce - Nothing super amazing about this. Not bad, but not... great. The texture of the tuna and freshness was great, but I didn't find anything super special. I'd probably pass on this just because it's one of the pricier ones and not WOW! Sea Salt and Pepper Calamari - This was the dish we were all disappointed in. They give a good amount of calamari but it was not crisp at all. It was almost as if they just boiled it and coated it in really finely milled crumbs. They offer a dipping sauce but it did not do well at lending any flavor. I'd pass on this one for sure. Overall, very happy with the experience. Nice atmosphere (although small), friendly service, good food. With half off during happy hour it's a pretty good deal! (Note: This place is pretty nice. You don't have to dress up but you might feel a little out of place going in with something like a hoodie and sweats!!)
(4)Kelly D.
As much as I LOVE the food here- it is pretty much the worst spot to bring a group. I tried to plan a birthday dinner there- I called List a week in advance and tried to make a reservation. Whomever answered the phone told me they didn't take reservations but to call ahead the day of my party, let them know when my party of 10 would be arriving, and they'd make sure to have a table for us. Day of my birthday I called and the snotty waitress laughed and basically told me to take my party somewhere else because they didn't set aside space for people and we'd be waiting forever for that much space to open up. If I had been initially told this I could have made a reservation somewhere else earlier in the week when i first called and not been stuck spending my birthday calling all over Seattle trying to book for a reservation for 10.
(1)Katy H.
Looking for good, cheap food? The wine and beer are pretty cheap during happy hour, as is the food... and better yet, it's all excellent! Some friends and I enjoyed the grilled octopus, the calamari, the gnocchi, some salad and a few other lovely dishes. Considering the price, it felt like a steal of a deal. Wine was poured like water and conversation flowed just as freely. It was a lovely time and I imagine myself coming back here many more times for the food. Truly one of the best happy hours in Seattle!
(4)Joel R.
"You get what you you pay for." Happy hours here are truly a remarkable deal, at least on the surface. On my recent visit here, I hadn't even recognized that we were eligible for the happy hour specials until after we cracked the menu. An auspicious beginning. With my wife, I ordered three plates, including the truffle gnocchi. We started with the gnocchi, and it was pretty good, although the dumplings had suspiciously uniform consistency and the sauce tasted pre-processed. However, there were actually truffle shavings on the dish, and the thing tasted pretty good. Unfortunately our second courses were much weaker. My tuna looked and tasted horrible. A mushy, overcooked, poor quality cut with weak flavor. I was starting to suspect that these guys were just serving up selections from the Trader Joe's frozen section. Once my wife's chicken breasts (!) came out, my suspicions were confirmed. They looked and tasted like a dead ringer for those individually pre-frozen breasts that you find in the supermarket. The sauce was okay but it could not rescue. Not very impressive. But cheap enough, sure.
(2)Linndsey A.
List is one of my top happy hour spots! Discovered how good this place was several months ago after I'd been eyeing their menu and rave reviews for awhile. Love the all day happy hour on Sundays & Mondays! I've never been here for dinner on the weekends, but during the weekdays the wait hasn't been bad (at least during the times I've come). Mind you, this is a fairly small place, but my girl friend and I usually head here right after work and we luck out with seats at the bar without a wait. One of my favorite ways to round out those dreaded Mondays is to sip on a glass or two of wine here, while indulging in their black truffle cream gnocchi and salt and pepper prawns..yum!
(5)Galen C.
Just visiting Seattle and checked this place out because of good Yelp reviews. 5 Stars on the food! Really enjoyed the Gnocchi Rose--very rich and a large portion. I would highly recommend it! The bar tender was friendly and gave me some tips about bars and nightlife that I might enjoy. Not a fan of the atmosphere really-- so dark inside. I also didn't care for the glass of white wine I ordered but I don't remember what it was (not helpful) and I probably should have spoken up which I did not. There is some kind of see-through curtain into the kitchen (maybe beads?) so I watched one of the servers sit in there and eat for a few minutes. It's fine to eat in the kitchen but as a restaurant patron that's not what I want to see.
(4)Phillip G.
A favorite among my friends, there hasn't been a dish that came out of this kitchen I didn't absolutely love! The staff is friendly and the atmosphere creates for an appropriate place to stop by any night. We usually go for the happy hour after work. Atmosphere: Small trendy place with dim lighting and best for groups of 4 or less. Food: The sea bass and gnocchi are popular choices I highly recommend trying. Service: Cheers - where everybody knows your name
(5)Trav K.
My dinner companion and I were wandering Belltown looking for something 'a little different' according to her words and boy did we find it. We almost walked by List without checking it out, and it would have been a shame. The decor inside is dark, classy, chic, and modern, almost spartan if not for the 'red' colored adornment theme that plays throughout the interior. List is great for a smaller group, or if you want to impress a first date or even seem somewhat cultured. One big piece of advice is to come during happy hour (and come early as it packs full quickly) at this establishment as the prices for the food will be much easier on the wallet. Also, if the weather is nice, try to snag a seat outside on the small patio.While the food isn't in large portions, it was excellently prepared and displayed over all, and different than I had in quite awhile. Our first time here I chose the Chilean Sea Bass which was smothered with a zesty sauce and kale, which was seasoned wonderfully atop some grains in an interesting orange sauce. My dinner companion had an octopus dish, which I found extremely interesting and different. I can say I will have to make another trip here and have an excuse to visit Belltown again as I will be back and not not tell TOO many others about this special gem of a place.
(4)Charisma G.
Good happy hour prices. Lots of little mediterranean dishes, the gnocchi was delish. Cheap happy hour wine, my friend and I split a bottle. I'll be back.
(3)John-Michael C.
Luis?!?!?!? I was stupid and tried to eat here after a long day of boozing and storing food in my gut... Found a fellow yelper randomly in downtown and met up then drove over to this place... unfortunately we went there when it was packed but fortunately for us a space opened up for us at the bar a little bit after ordering drinks. Then we kinda forced our three man group into two seats and forced it further into the 3rd adjacent seat. oopsie But after ordering food all that was forgotten. The bite gnocchi in truffle cream sauce was to die for. I almost wanted to throw up to make some room.. but I thought that it was a tad unsexy.. and if I learned anything from Puff, is that it is all about the SEXY. And if it aint sexy then I'm not about it. And let me tell you, this gnocchi was sexy as hell. Almost as sexy was their eggplant parmesan. It all went well with their house wine. Bit of advice, go in early and get a proper seat and spend the day there! ;D
(4)Ads D.
The best restaurant I've been too outside of Paris in my entire life. The gnocchi and bacon prawns and tomato salad could not have been any better. Furthermore, the house red which was half price during happy hour tasted like a $35 bottle of wine. Expectations surpasses in every way, I left a 25% tip for the first time in my life. The server was beautifully groomed, elegant and attentive.
(5)Ana A.
I love their Happy Hour! And I always get the gnocchi with black truffle cream. Wow. The grilled Caesar salad is great too. Those are the two most memorable dishes for us (although everything we've had is good), but I look forward to trying more. Our first time we got in just a minute or two before Happy Hour was supposed to end and the server was great and made sure we got our order in in time, to avoid the price change. Great service (and she got a great tip!) Also, ladies, the bathroom is worth a visit, very interesting!
(5)Nick C.
I had such a happy Happy Hour here! Most of the food was half off so, naturally, I had to order a boat load =) First dish I ordered was the mussels. They were not bad, a little bland and the bread it came with was a little burnt, but still enjoyable. I also tried the Chilean Sea Bass and that was deliciously cooked! It had a nice lightly crispy outside but was so soft in the flesh it was like melting in my mouth. The calamari was probably my least favorite. The taste was fun as it had a nice kick of spice. However the calamari itself was unevenly breaded - some pieces were ultra fried and some were just pieces of slippery calamari! My favorite was the gnocchi with the truffles. Mmm... Now that was some good stuff! I prefer gnocchi to be little bit chewy but the ones here were so soft and warm I had to like it! The truffles are a nice touch that doesn't overpower. For drinks, I tried the First Ave champagne cocktail. It was alright, didn't have a strong alcohol taste but didn't taste like anything else much either. Service was a notch above mediocre. The waitress didn't stop by our table much and the busboy ended up giving us better service. Food came out promptly though. Like I said, my experience here was fun, and it is likely I will come back to List again.
(3)Faith Y.
Been here twice and keep forgetting to Yelp it. Maybe because the second time, I waited 45 minutes for a seat! Granted it was a Friday afternoon HH rush but hey, my friend & I got free glasses of wine out of it (although I still can't tell if it was on purpose or they just forgot cause we drank it so fast.) The standouts: - Flatbread with goat cheese and cranberries. Could use about a handful less goat cheese though, tasty but potent as it is. - Gnocchi: Black truffle cream sauce? Heck, put that on anything and I'll eat it! - Pear and (more goat cheese) salad. Deliciously light and refreshing as a starter. Skip: the cannelloni and calamari. Yummy yes but be more interesting. Okay? Okay. That's an order. 50% off all food items so all y'all don't have to calculate and waste too much of your noggin power. Plus oh yes, heated toilet seats for the ladies. Although pardon me for it being TMI but warm toilet seats just make me think someone before me has been sitting there too long ... I'd rather flinch and sit on some cold porcelain.
(4)Maddie O.
For my first solo meal in the Emerald City, I followed the five star reviews to a dark, sexy barstool at list. The bartender (Rob?) was super friendly and made me feel right at home with a generous pour of Malbec. He let me know that I should wait 10 minutes to order food so I could take advantage of the 1/2 price happy hour. I had the gnocchi in truffle sauce and the grilled octopus salad. Both plates were delicious but the gnocchi definitely stole the show. The portions are meant to be shared, but I took my time and powered through it, and managed to savor every bite. Rob kept the Malbec flowing and even wrote a list of recommended bars and restaurants that I should check out while in town. I purchased a bottle of wine to take back to my hotel and he thoughtfully corked it for me so I wouldn't have to awkwardly approach the front desk for a corkscrew. What a fabulous welcome to the city!
(5)Robyn P.
The HH against which all other HHs will be measured. List has delicious food that's beautifully presented, a terrific selection of wine, precision in timing and service (thanks, Sara, you're the bomb!), unbelievable prices, and the best toilet seat in town. Based on yelp reviews and word of mouth, I was expecting greatness, and greatness I got. Seven of us ordered a good portion of the menu: meatballs, gnocchi, flatbread, the organic burger, pear salad, baked broccoli/cauliflower, eggplant parm, mussels, frites, and chocolate cake with hazelnut ice cream. Everything was easy on the eyes and palate. Standouts: Spicy meatballs. Not only spicy and meaty as promised, but generously sized and served in a lovely pool of marinara and pesto. Gnocchi. Pillowy and velvety, and impeccably sauced in truffle-scented cream. Frites. Plain, but perfect. With a sprinkling of parsley for panache. Tasted sooooo good with the equally perfect angus burger. Moist, flavorful organic beef on a ciabatta bun. Sigh. Flatbread. Came in the cutest little fluted tart pan. And topped with balanced, complementary flavors: sweet and sour cranberries, pungent feta, and mellow pinenuts. Chocolate cake with hazelnut ice cream. Miniature in size, but packed a wallop. A flawless end to a flawless meal. As for the wine, I highly recommend the Montevina and Castellana Rueda, both $14/bottle and lip-smacking good. List is nothing short of amazing. Thoughtful food at reasonable prices in a chic setting is a combination hard to come by, and they manage to do it really well. There's no skimping on quality and courtesy, even when everything on the menu is half off. And that toilet seat I mentioned? You'll have to sit on it to believe it.
(5)Gilad B.
good food, nice place, friendly staff. We sat on the patio, split 4 dishes and were quite happy. Their HH looked good and yea. Enjoyable place.
(3)Amy K.
Excellent! We each ordered 2 items (they are small, similar to tapas). We ordered the spicy meatballs, the mussels, sea bass, and pheasant. All very different and simple and delicious. Waitress was very helpful. Also had the dessert....chocolate cake with hazelnut gelato. It was the perfect end to our dinner. Loved the atmosphere and cozy feel...a trendy spot!
(5)Neil W.
We stopped in for a HH bite and drink. There HH menu is really good and it last for a decent amount of time. The food was good, but nothing special. The portions were big, but lacked a little bit in flavor. The dishes also came out in a rapid pace. We quickly ran out of room at our table. The space is small, but nice and the service was good.
(3)Ozzie L.
Yup, absolutely awesome!!!!!! Love the atmosphere, love the food and the happy hour is right on point! Great place to start your night out or drinks and tapas with friends. A+ in my book.
(5)Amanda P.
Great happy hour on Sunday and Monday! We ordered one of everything from the happy hour menu for the 6 of us and it was more than enough food. The busser/host/waiter was great and provided great service. Our waitress is the same one we have had the last few times and we love her. Overall, amazing food and awesome service
(5)Chi D.
My most recent favorite!! Happy Hour on Monday is the best ever!!!! I tried more than half of the appetizers menu, and I have not been disappointed. The gnocchi is a MUST HAVE. Spicy meatballs, bacon-wrapped prawns, and the seasonal sea bass are my favorite. They also have plenty of good choices for salad. Oh, and have I mentioned the only dessert on the menu - gelato and chocolate cake? Yum.. for two, we ordered a plentiful 5 dishes, yet we (or I) couldn't say no to dessert. Usually one glass of wine is more than enough for me to enjoy my food (light weight, what can I say) :). But as other reviewers have written, what can be better than a $14-bottle of wine to share? I need to come back soon to sample the rest of the dishes on their menu.
(5)Gina T.
The Dish: HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY ON SUNDAYS AND MONDAYS. We went on a Monday and my goodness, it was delicious. I don't quite understand why it's not overcrowded. Great prices for great food (I care about the presentation of the food too, and that was great!) We got the calamari, bacon wrapped prawns, gnocchi with black truffle cream, and ahi tuna. All that for $25. You really can't complain! The service is pretty great too. The dishes came out really fast - maybe a little too fast since we were trying to enjoy each dish slowly. I was very iffy on gnocchi. I've had it before and hated it. I unwillingly gave it another try, and boy, I was not sorry! It was so good, so good, so good. I also was doubtful about bacon wrapped prawns - I don't like prawns and I don't like bacon. But together, they mesh well and taste delicious. I recommend those two dishes (the calamari tasted nothing out of the ordinary and personally, the ahi tuna wasn't my favorite). Ambience: Classy, romantic and the service is good.
(4)Amy T.
I wish Dallas would have a quaint bar like this that serves gnocchi with black truffle cream, spicy meatballs, and grilled octopus salad. We don't have bars that serve amazing food like this. :(
(5)Joshua B.
Now that's-a-spicy-meat-a-ball (my 150th review deserves a silly comment like this to start) Went here on a Thursday night for a date night and definitely enjoyed it. Easily found seating at the bar, service was quick and helpful. Following the other recommendations here we ordered the flatbread, spicy meatballs and gnocchi. It was plenty of food for the two of us (along with the, ahem, beverages). The meatballs were indeed spicy, but in a flavorful way. The gnocchi was fantastic, with the truffle oil really adding a nice overall taste to the dish. The flatbread with feta and cranberries was tasty, but a little too salty for my taste. Would definitely order it to go with some wine if that's all I was eating, though. We didn't get here in time for happy hour, but at 50% off I'd say you couldn't beat the value + food you can get at List during HH. Looks the same as the restaurant that was here before (the apartment, IIRC), but that's fine. The space is intimate without being claustrophobic, the bar surface itself is nicely backlit in this cool red color and there are cool mirrors and wall coverings in the bathrooms. I even hear the lady's bathroom has a heated toilet seat. Tres' chic.
(4)Maren H.
The food here was excellent, a grilled Caesar! YUM! The design was also very cool. We came in, were served quickly and kindly, and got great food. My only complaint which will actually keep me from coming back, it's so loud in there that it's hard to hear the servers and your friends.
(3)Xtine F.
I went to the List on Saturday to celebrate my birthday with 4 friends during happy hour. This is the darkest restaurant I have ever been to in my entire life. I'm wondering if they do that on purpose to heighten your senses. It was weird though! I had the bacon wrapped prawns which had a little kick but they were sooo good. I also had the organic tomato salad which was 3 thin slices of tomatoes so it looked like a joke, but it was actually really good. Lastly I had the eggplant parmigiana and it was pretty darn good too. Two of my friends had the Cannelloni and it was flippin spicy-look out. I look forward to going back for some more food and more of the bacon wrapped prawns! I would like to go in the daylight though so I can actually see things.
(4)Victoria C.
Again, we came here for HH on a Friday. Five of us shared all of the following: 2 orders of melt in your mouth gnocchi 2 orders of burgers/fries (great cuts of meat, btw) 1 order calamari 1 order seared tuna 1 order baked garlic broccoli 1 order amazing feta cran pine nut flatbread 2 orders of the mini chocolate torte cakes (w/ ice cream) 1 glass house red 1 glass house white 1 beer All for less than $70. Need I say more?
(5)Alice C.
Food is great, especially on Monday nights when most of the tapas menu is HALF OFF. WHAT! Almost too good to be true. Big portions, well done and tasty- we had the cannanoli, calamari, eggplant parmasean, mushroom truffle soup and the bacon-wrapped shrimp. The soup was shockingly delicious despite an unassuming appearance. Only caveat for me was that this place is a little too swanky looking. I must be getting old, but I wanted to be a pregnant chick eating tapas at a decently classy italian tapas place, not a pregnant chick in an unexpected club. I forgave the decor because the food was so delish, and the service (bartender) was so kind and generous.
(4)Aram C.
It's hard to beat List's Happy Hour deal. The HH wine may not be the best quality, but it really is a good deal to just have a bottle or two with friends. Their food at HH is reasonably priced and decent - I especially love the gnocci!
(4)Christie C.
List is so consistently great. We go there often on Sundays as you can't beat their happy hour. The bartender is always so nice and accomodating. Gnocchi is amazing as is the flatbread. The halibut is great and always worth having. What a steal. The burger with goat cheese had great flavor but was overcooked per the way we had ordered it but still a bargain. Small space and sometimes feels alittle cramped but the people there are awesome and the food is lovely and what a tremendous value during happy hour!
(5)Richard U.
List is great! This place came highly recommended so we stopped by last night. Sort of an uber hip looking bar with small plate format food selections. The did not disappoint! Our server was spot on with our selections. Gnocchi with black truffle cream ($11) what part of the that name doesn't sound delicious? Indeed it was! little starchy bundles of joy! Grilled Chilean sea bass ($14) this was another amazing dish that I litterly swooned after trying! The prices are not unreasonable but to make them even more reasonable definitely hit this place up during their Happy Hour which changes from day to day. Happy Hour: Sunday-monday- all day Tues-thurs-430p-630p and 930p-midnight Friday-Saturday 430p-630p All the stuff on the 'food list' part of the menu is half off! Also, the servings are actually pretty generous for small plates so you definitely get your moneys worth on the Happy Hour deals. Perhaps the major drawback to this place is the noise level which can be pretty deafening! The small space with high ceilings and wood floor seemed to amplify all sound. Keep the noise down kids! grandpa is trying to gum his sea bass in peace! Regardless of ambient noise levels, I recommend this place for those of you looking for a gnosh whilst in Belltown.
(4)Bernie F.
The flavors in their tapas was sophisticated and refreshing! Think classic tapas with a new twist. Our favorites were the Octopus and the Meatballs tapas. The meatballs were the size of a baseball and I could have eaten a few plates - Yum! The Octopus was cooked just perfectly and the texture was firm without being rubbery. It is super dark inside and gets crowded very quickly during Happy Hour and dinner time so come early. The space is small and seating is...intimate. We were seated between two other small tables and I could have easily reached over and sampled a bit of their food as well - it was that tight. If you don't mind hearing EVERYONE'S latest life story and are not claustrophobic this place is amazing. Helpful hint - it's so dark in here that you can barely read the menu. Download a flashlight app to help navigate.
(4)Kathleen H.
Not much else I can add to the other reviews. The search for a solid happy hour is over. You can eat enough to call it dinner, wash it all down with cocktails and be on your way. It can be busy but even if you have to wait a bit, it's not long before a few spots turnover. This is an especially good option during the fall/winter season. If there is all rain and no sun then you won't mind the dark interior and mood lighting.
(5)Dallas K.
Upon visiting Seattle this summer, I did a lot of research on restaurants because I wanted the best experiences possible on my short trip. I chose List. It's right downtown, fairly close to my hotel, and they had all-day happy hours on Sunday and Monday. I went fairly early in the evening and, quite luckily, scored the last table. I ordered Black Truffle Gnocchi from the happy hour menu, and a spicy calamari with white bean paella-style dish from their features. The calamari was piping hot for a long time, too long, so it was hard to appreciate the flavors. However, near the end once my tongue healed up a bit, I knew it was very yummy and a bit spicy. But the Gnocchi was the heart-winner. 5 months later, I'm still obsessed over this delicious plate. The presentation was good, also. Parmesan sprinkle and parsley. The servers could have been a bit friendlier, less uptight, and hastier with the bill, and if the calamari had been cooler, definitely would have been worth a 5-star experience. I shall return on my next road trip!!
(4)Florence C.
Food was ok but service was poor. The servers were more interested in checking their phones and chating with each other. They also got my drink order wrong. So... meh...
(3)Erika W.
Wowza. This is the best happy hour in Belltown, hands down. The prices are good even when it's not happy hour, but during the magical hours from 4-6:30PM, FOOD IS HALF OFF. Thanks right, have an ABSOLUTELY FUCKIN' KILLER ahi tuna dinner with collard greens in a light cream sauce for $7. Throw in a glass of $3.75 wine and you've got yourself a BALLER-AZZ-PIMPERSIZED-CLASSYASFUCK meal for less than $11!! A nasty bucket of KFC chicken costs the same price. Think about it. Beyond that, the staff is FUCKING DELIGHTFUL, the decor is swanktastic, and they even have a small outdoor summer seating section. If I drop the f-bomb more than once in review...you know it's good.
(5)Katya L.
Boyfriend and I went here for a nice date night. Since we are college students, this was a splurge. We are both avid yelpers, and felt a little disappointed that this sight let us down. We ordered the seared ahi, spicy meatballs, cannelloni, and sirloin to share, and split a bottle of their cab merlot. Ahi: The main reason this rating is so low. Over cooked and left out after it had finished so that it was TOUGH by the time it reached out table. It was served on a plate of lentils and kale, which were farrr better than the actual ahi itself. Spicy meatballs: These were the boyfriend's, so I only had a few small bites to taste. I love spice, trust me, I am not a wuss when it comes to this stuff, but I thought these things were too spicy. They were overseasoned with red pepper flakes to the point that it was hard to taste anything I ate after that. Cannelloni: Just plain bad. It was awkwardly spicy and full of a very bland cheese that had no flavor. Didn't even finish this one between two people. Sirloin: Well cooked and tender. This was the only dish I liked, but my boyfriend though the sauce was bland disliked it. Cab-merlot: Served warmer than room temperature, which ruined the flavor. The ambience was nice, the waitress was friendly, but because of the bad food quality I would not come back.
(2)Brittany R.
As far as their slightly pretentious service goes - there is always room for improvement. But List gets four stars from me nonetheless because their all day happy hour on Sundays and Mondays is incomparable! Every item on their menu is appetizing and the prices are super reasonable. Bacon wrapped prawns, octopus salad, and $14 bottles of house wine: yes please.
(4)Long P.
Great happy hour! 50% off all food, and $14 bottles o' wine. It's a little small tho (twss), so come early. Order the: -BLACK TRUFFLE GNOCCHI -SEA BASS -BACON-WRAPPED PRAWNS
(4)Yisell D.
This has become one of my favorite places to hang out with my hubby for late night tapas and drinks . Its very intimate and cozy and the tapas are delicious. Food is served as ready, service is good and the entire menu is well priced, not expensive at all. i definitely recommend !
(5)Ben M.
Like most people say... Amazing Happy hour!!! Great food and great 14$ bottle of wines. Truffle gnocchi is incredibly awesome!!
(5)Pete M.
Happy hour here rocks! 5 stars for cheap prices, good food, and good service. We went will recommendations from the server, which were all delectable. The portion sizes are good too even though it's happy hour prices - always a plus. The (free) bread is yummy and the pesto sauce that comes with it is excellent. Would definitely recommend the clams if you're a clam fan. The gnocchi was awesome and super rich. The tuna was a great complement to the gnocchi because it was a little lighter and had some great fresh flavors. We took the glutton approach and ordered the spicy meatballs after all that food - which were good too. We expected them to be tiny meatballs but instead they were huge! Pretty spicy too. The cocktails looked really good but we stuck with beer and wine since those were HH prices. Will definitely hit this place up again. The atmosphere was nice too - enjoy the outdoor seating while the weather is nice!
(5)Deanna D.
Fantastic food, drinks, service, ambiance, and happy hour!! We stopped into List on a Sunday night (our last night in Seattle) and were pleased to find out they had happy hour all day! The bartender was wonderful---very attentive, friendly, and quick! The place is small, dark, sexy, candlelit, and swanky---great date spot. Gnocchi with black truffle cream- Freaking AMAZING!! Loved every bite so much we had 2 orders. Grilled Chilean sea bass- Great piece of fish that was perfectly seasoned & cooked--simply delicious! Seasonal mushrooms + roasted onion chicken- Great mushroom sauce that made the dish flavorful and filling. Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns- Good but nothing out of the ordinary. Mini chocolate torte cakes w/ ice cream- Sweet and scrumptious--a perfect way to end a lovely meal. They also had a nice beer, wine, and cocktail selection---pretty sure that contributed to my hangover. The bf & I agreed it was definitely one of the best happy hour places we found in Seattle. List, I look forward to seeing you regularly when we move to Seattle ;) Xoxo
(5)Nick H.
I love their happy hour, and the bartender is great. Always a pleasurable experience. I have been here about 15-20 times and have never had less than exceptional service and food.
(5)Ponarett X.
My sister picked this place for her first happy hour after turning 21. My first impression was that it was really dark inside (and I was there in the afternoon) and much smaller than I thought it was going to be. During happy hour, their food menu is half off and there are beer and wine specials, which I don't really care for. Their menu is large with a variety of foods. The calamari is bland...I don't recommend it. The grilled caesar salad is different, but good. It comes as a half head of romaine that's been grilled so the edges are a bit charred and topped with the usual caesar stuff. The flatbread is absolutely delicious! It sounds so simple - goat cheese, cranberries, and pinenuts - but it is probably some of the best tasting flatbread I have had. I would come back just to eat it. It's salty, sweet, and a bit spicy at the same time. I really want some now! I can't wait to go back and try some of their other stuff.
(4)Seattle F.
I can't take food to go? Seriously? A tad arrogant me thinks.
(1)Jacquie P.
Service was abysmal. No eye contact, no smile, no chit chat, no check ins. My food came out ten minutes before my friend's food and, when it finally did come out, there was a long, curly hair in it that grossed us both out so much neither of us could finish what was in front of us. Our server was unphased. To put it bluntly, the whole experience just sucked! We had been drooling over the menu online and were so excited and pumped up from all the great reviews. And, to their credit, the menu really does look fantastic and the place itself is quite modern and comfortable- hence the two stars. The few bites of my octopus salad and gnocchi that I enjoyed before the hair incident of 2011 were really very good. But I guess we just got the short end of the stick this time. Unless they upgrade their service and take more care in checking the food before it goes out, neither of us will be returning. Boo.
(2)Deepika J.
Tapas bar in belltown. Excellent happy hour prices
(4)Amanda W.
Drinks are fantastic and reasonably priced. Bottles of wine starting at $13, now that's my kind of place! You don't have to spend a lot to get a lot here, you can feel like a foodie without breaking the bank. The tapas dishes are portioned just right! The gnocchi is absolutely amazing! Like little creamy cloud puffs of cheesy goodness. This is definitely my favorite go to for downtown. Love the ambiance (very chic but not stuffy) and the wait staff are really friendly and attentive.
(4)Loriel R.
Easily some of the best food I've ever had. I was visiting Seattle with a friend and we were looking for some good places to eat, naturally we went on yelp and saw that List had amazing happy hour (1/2 off the food list!) We were pretty hungry, and the prices are awesome during happy hour... we ordered: flatbread: AMAZING combo of tangy feta cheese, cranberries and pine nuts mmm. chicken with seasonal mushrooms: the sauce was out of this world. a little smoky, spicy, sweet, ugh amazing. grilled caesar salad: one of my favorites, and it's LETTUCE, what!? haha but it was amazing, the cheese was to die for! inspired me to start grilling some romaine myself. still working on it haha. gnocci: so delicious, it's crazy, it was so rich and so light at the same time. wizards. bacon wrapped prawns: "that's my number 1 favorite food wrapped around my number 3 favorite food". mmm. on a bed of beans, i don't really like beans so can't blame them for me not liking that part of the dish. but it's all good! flourless cake & gelato: i wonder what they substitute for the flour, butter? i'm sure they didn't but, it melted away just like buttuh. it was so moist (i have no other word, sorry) and was a perfect complement to the hazelnut gelato. oh, and i had a glass of wine! it was good, i forgot what it was called though :/ service was attentive & friendly as well! all in all, the food pretty much made our last night in seattle. so delicious! can't wait to come back and order the rest of the menu :)
(5)Nicole L.
So the happy hour deal here is pretty amazing for an early dinner. Half off all menu items until 6:30 p.m. I'll take it! With that being said, most of the menu items I tried during a recent trip to Seattle, weren't that great. The dressing on the pear and goat cheese salad was too strong and the calamari and sea bass were just okay. Same goes for the dessert. The reason I gave this place three stars was for the gnocchi, which was seriously the best gnocchi I've ever had. Based on the mediocreness of everything else I don't know how they got this so right, but my fiance and I had to order a second plate. I'd go back for a gnocchi and wine happy hour, but the rest isn't worth it.
(3)Becky R.
The service is decent, bartender ladies are hot, the happy hour food prices are phenominal for the quality of food and portions you get. I got some chicken with mushroom sauce and spinach steamed on the side for $5! It tasted great. Delivery to my seat was quick. Drinks are well - I had to shake my head rapidly after the first sip - they are not wimpy about their alcohol portions. Dayum! I can't tell you all how much I look forward to returning here. Did I mention the bar counter top is underlit red? It adds a nice sexy glow to your reflection in the mirror behind the bar if you sit there :) Of course, I'd never gaze at myself...never..... *wink*
(5)Janice S.
So this is the sister restaurant of Barolo so they've got the same deals on HH. Half off appetizers and $14 bottle of wines. Everyone raves about their meatballs but I didn't like them. A little too on the wet and moist side. The dish that stood out was the gnocchi. An orgasm in your mouth, literally. I made sure to savor every small bit of gnocchi.
(4)Dominique G.
Cute little, dark restaurant. I had a fantastic meal and was treated to very helpful service, complete with great recommendations (try the gnocchi with truffle cream sauce, it's divine). I was a little wierded out when the hostess brought my change and shortchanged me - it was only 50 cents, but I intended to add the change to the waitresses tip. When I asked the hostess for the rest of my change, she seemed surprised. Do you always round up the change in favor of the restaurant? Not that I had to explain to her, but I told the hostess that I wanted to add it to the waitresses tip. I got attitude and I am pretty sure she stole part of the tip as soon as I walked out the door. Made the experience a little sour - otherwise this would have been 5 stars.
(4)Allison W.
Sister resto to Barolo. Super stylish, red chandeliers and a lot of Beautiful People. Divine happy hour, don't miss the meatballs or the gnocchi, which are spectacular when noshed together.
(4)Meaghen K.
Looking for the best happy hour in Belltown? List is the place! I am in love with everything on the menu. The feta cranberry flatbread, the black truffle cream gnocchi, mussels, and the bacon wrapped prawns are just a few of the amazing tapas plates they offer (and trust me, the list goes on). And they offer $14 bottles of wine. Okay! Be sure to get there early though. It's small and fills up fast. On a nice day, snag an outside table. On a typical Seattle day, cozy up to the bar. The bartenders are great and you always get amazing service.
(5)Amy N.
LOVE! I've only been here once but I can say it's probably one of the best happy hours in Seattle. Where else can I get black truffle gnocchi with huge slices of real truffle! I think that was the first time I had real truffle. Because everything is so cheap on the happy hour menu, I went with two meals and ordered the seared ahi tuna which was also delicious. My friend ordered the grilled chillean sea bass and I must say, that was some damn good bass for a place that doesn't specialize in seafood. It melted in my mouth the moment I ate it and it was perfectly grilled on with the slight "smokey" flavor while keeping the inside flavorful and soft. On top of that, great ambiance and good drinks to complete a perfect happy hour.
(5)Tina L.
I'm so glad I listened to fellow yelpers and gave this place a try. It's a hip, high-energy hangout with a sleek vibe. It isn't just about the liquor here. The tapas are addictively delicious. First-timers should take advantage of the deep happy hour discounts--a smart way to sample the food menu to your heart's content. My food recs: Gnocchi with black truffle cream Spicy meatballs Wild mushroom puree soup Grilled Chilean sea bass I've tried a few of the other items but these were the standouts. Note: The space is compact and generally very loud. It would be best to go with a group of four people max, if you want to avoid seating issues and want to carry on group conversation.
(4)Eugene O.
I'm a huge fan of the restaurant and the staff. Sarah's one of the nicest servers around. The happy hours can't be beat. I stumble in here late night or on Sunday (which is an all day happy hour) and you can fill your stomach to your hearts content. Try the gnocchi, meatballs, sea bass and fresh mozzarella. They are all delicious dishes crafted with care and flavorful ingredients, and won't disappoint. I did venture out and try the burger with fries the other day, though I thought it was a mediocre option both in flavor and presentation. As for the wines, they have a respectable selection and bottles are half-off during happy hour, so it's a no-brainer to get one instead of a puny glass.
(5)LeeAnn S.
Happy hour is the way to go here! Food was delicious. We had the calamari, Chilean sea bass, gnocchi and Caesar salad. All of these were fantastic. The Caesar was slightly grilled and not over dressed. The sea bass was well prepared with a slightly spicy sauce and was a great size for a small plate. The calamari was well cooked and not over breaded and had a wonderful dipping sauce. The gnocchi was good, but it is served with a truffle cream sauce which was a bit too rich for my taste. My only complaint was it took us over an hour to get seated when the hostess said it would be about 15 minutes. All in all... Nice atmosphere and very friendly server. Great date night spot.
(4)Vanessa J.
Great menu and very attentive and knowledgeable staff. I will definitely return here!
(4)Deserae W.
The food is undeniably delicious, but the service sucks. This place is so quintessentially Belltown that it is repulsive. We went in there at 6pm on Monday and were told that the wait was going to "a while..." When I asked for a more precise estimation (because I was starving), I was again told, "I don't know... Like, a while.." WTF is a while?! Gag. Pretentious, ridiculous, and annoying as hell. About 50 minutes later, we were sat.. At the bar.. With a 5-person party. Again, WTF. It's really too bad that this place is poorly run because the food is truly awesome and the happy hour prices are fantastic.
(2)Philip S.
List is on our top 5 bar restaurants in seattle. It's really a hidden gem in the Belltown nightlife scene. This is coming from a couple that goes out to eat nearly twice a week, every week, without fail. List is the smaller sister restaurant of Barolo in downtown. They share the same creative fusion italian style food. List is smaller and much more unassuming than Barolo but, we actually like the food better at list..who knew. For clarity, List's concept is small plates.....which we love. Why? ...because we get to share a bunch of dishes together essentially increasing the number of tastes and textures we experience in one sitting. Unlike traditional tapas (small plate) restaurants which usually have a large portion of weird and fatty selections, List has an extremely diverse selection of strong dishes that cover veggies, pastas, poultry, fish, and meat. I believe List has the best sea bass in town....we've had it probably 20 times and its never dipped in quality. The calamari salad is another standout dish that may the best of its kind in Seattle. Considering the size of the tiny kitchen, the quality of the food that comes out is nothing short of amazing. Even better, the kitchen is extremely effecient...our food always comes out quickly and delicious. The cocktail list is good...not great. Its slanted a little on the sweet and fruity side without a representation of any of the post prohabition drinks that can be found in the trendier restaurants around town and hasn't really changed in the 2 years we've been going. However, the bartenders do make a mean cocktail, mixing up whatever you want. We love List!
(4)Leela S.
COME HERE DURING HAPPY HOUR. There is no better way to do it, and you have no excuse not to: a bottle of wine is $14 (and we procured a fantastic bottle of pinot grigio, so this price makes it a steal), and all items on the food list are half off. My boyfriend and I split the eggplant parm, gnocchi, calamari, bacon-wrapped prawns, and the ahi tuna. The tuna, prawns and calamari were lip-smacking delicious (yes, yes, we're suckers for seafood). The gnocchi was not too shabby either. We were honestly pretty stuffed by the time the eggplant parm arrived (it was the last of the five to be brought to us), but it was baked to just the right amount of crisp so we obviously had to do it justice. Service was attentive and quick: we were brought each successive dish before we'd finished the previous one! Our waitress was also fantastic at making suggestions. Pro tip: the Google Maps location for this restaurant was wrong! It was a few doors away from where the map told us it would be. Add to that the fact that it's a dimly lit sign/restaurant (there is *ahem* ambient mood lighting), and you might very well miss the place if your eyes aren't peeled!
(5)Jonathan T.
The servings are a little small but the food is exceptional. They should be charging twice as much for food that is so good with such excellent presentation. If you're visiting Seattle this is a great place to visit!
(5)Lauren H.
We came here during HH and it was awesome! We ordered almost the whole menu and it was super affordable! Spicy Meatballs - definitely spicy, comes with 2 large meatballs. Really good! Grilled Caesar Salad - comes with dress and shaved cheese slices, with two large romaine pieces. They give you a knife to cut it yourself. Tasty Salad. Gnocchi with black truffle cream - So yummy! You can definitely taste the truffle, very rich and very creamy, this is a sharing kind of dish for the amount of cream that was in here. Baked Broccoli - Baked with salt to add some crunch. Very good! There was more, don't remember, they were all good and affordable! Come during happy hour. Happy.
(5)Bianca A.
Since our vacation in Seattle a couple of months ago I have recommended this restaurant to a couple of friends and have yet to hear a complaint. Amazing happy hour! Everything is half off including bottles of wine. The food was amazing we had the seabass, bacon wrapped prawns and a couple glasses of beer and wine. If we hadn't had so little time and a full agenda we would've been here every day. Fantastic service too!
(5)Laleh J.
This place has been on my radar for over a year, and a friend and I finally made it out. Recommend coming during the happy hour, when prices are half off and more reasonable. Food is great. Interior is kind of one of the darkest restaurants I've ever been to though.
(5)Markita L.
Boyfriend and I read reviews on here and we decided to pay a visit based on the good reviews. Let me just say, this place is to cute. I love the intimate setting of the place. There were candles lit everywhere and red lighting with nice chandeliers. The happy hour is pretty good. Even a good price for the wine, especially given the amount of how much they give you. The food was good. Small plates if you don't eat a whole lot. It was just enough. Would def come back again if we pay another visit to Seattle.
(4)Shirley K.
This time I came here for happy hour to get drinks with my bf and friend. My friend got here a little before us and grabbed a table. It wasn't too packed but we noticed that there was only one server. It took 10 minutes for her to come to our table and take our order. We were wondering why they only had one. Even though the place is small, we all thought they could use one more especially during happy hour/dinner time. During happy hour they have a few bottles of wine for $14! So we got one and I think we got their Sauvignon Blanc. It was pretty good!! Their happy hour menu includes everything off of the food list not featured dishes. We started off with their sea bass (my favorite) and that was delicious like the first time I came here. We also ordered the spicy meatballs again which were really good with a nice kick. Then we got the calamari, but that was pretty bad... It was barely battered and the texture was too mushy for us. So we asked them to change it to the beef shoulder tenderloin. This time a guy took our order and we waited for 15 minutes and were done with our food so we asked if they could just box it up for us. They told us that they didn't have boxes and only foil so we said okay we will just eat it here then. We also were told by our server that the guy isn't a server and didn't tell her to put in he order and that's why it took so long. So pretty much order from her not the guy. When we finally got our steak we cut into it and saw it was over cooked. We asked for medium rare and it came out medium well. We hated to ask them to take it back too but we knew we wouldn't enjoy it. They were really kind about it! We definitely will be back! Even though there were a few little things that could've made our experience better, I definitely will be back and recommend everyone to come try their happy hour!
(4)Lynvi S.
HALF OFF 'FOOD LIST' FOR HAPPY HOUR!!! YUM! - Gnocchi with black truffle cream (Harry Potter magic awesome) - Grilled octopus salad (tender and refreshing) - Spicy meatballs (not that spicy, but good) - Seasonal mushrooms + roasted onion chicken (eat all the mushrooms before someone else eats them) FUN. - Sea salt and pepper calamari (crispy and not all at greasy) - Flatbread, feta cheese, cranberries, pinenuts (great for a bite between the saucy dishes) - Bacon wrapped wild florida prawns (generous portion and cooked perfectly) - Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta (surprisingly spicy!) UM? - Grilled chilean sea bass (I didn't care for this but everyone else seemed to enjoy it) - Green salad, goat cheese and pear (yawn) Honestly, I don't know if I'd be that impressed with this place if I didn't come during HH. However, the HH tab for our group of six was only $97!!! We were totally stuffed and didn't even finish all of the food! On top of that, service was absolutely stellar.
(5)Karyn M.
Reviewing strictly the happy hour food. They gave some bread and basil olive oil. Asked for balsamic vinegar and they said they don't carry that. Really? No balsamic vinegar at an italian-inspired restaurant? Anyway, the gnocci was probably the standout dish, really rich and creamy. The ahi tuna was also pretty good. The arugola salad, burger and fries, spicy meatballs were ok. the spicy meatballs are memorable bc they're wayyy spicy, which kind of numbs you from any actual flavors from the meatballs. Their food is alright - priced decently for happy hour in belltown I guess. HH drinks deals seemed better. $15 for a bottle of wine is not bad at all. Overall, seems a lil overrated
(3)Ashby F.
Trendy decore, artsy waiters, super low light...this place was either going to hit 5 stars with a slam dunk or it was going to fall flat with near-miss dishes and undercooked specials. We started with the mushroom soup: the truffle oil was lovely but overpowered the generously salted soup that was running low on its namesake fungi. The salad was nice, mozzarella light and delicious. Nothing amazing, but a good salad. The broccoli was barely passable. Large unwieldy chunks were singed outside and undercooked inside. This works with steak but not broccoli. The sea bass almost saved the meal, if not for the fact that this perfectly cooked filet was smashed on top of barley that seemed to be soaked in ketchup or Campbell's tomato soup. By the looks of the crowd, it seemed people were there to see and be seen, not to experience any sort of culinary excellence. Overpriced and under-delivered. We had a nice night but likely won't be back.
(3)Paul Q.
We were very fortunate to get here in time for the happy hour. The place is small but cozy and has a very nice ambiance to it. We ordered the the mussels for appetizer. The wine-based sauce was almost perfect in flavor, not too sour and overpowering. The mussels were fresh, plump and juicy - what more can you ask for right? The gnocchi was delightful as well. Im usually not a potato fan but I love this dish. It was creamy but not too heavy and thick. The gnocchi themselves had a good texture and consistency. Everything tastes better with bacon but bacon elevated this the prawn dish at this place to another level. The prawns were so fresh that the meat had a perfect crisp. it was flavored wonderfully with a little spice and kick. i did not like the beans that went with it that much. The star of the night was the Chilean sea bass. They charred it to totally remove the fishiness taste. The fillet was buttery yet flaky. The farro and kale combination was a good match as well. The chocolate cake-like dessert with hazelnut gelato was so rich. My girlfriend is not a big cake fan so she did not like this dish as much as I did. She can be hard to please but she loved everything here except for the gnocchi. Considering her high standards for food, I think what we ordered tonight were near exceptional. The happy hour just makes everything even more worth it!
(4)M J.
5 stars for the happy hour and the gnocci and chicken dish! Great staff and hip place!
(5)Kay K.
One of my go-to happyhour place in belltown. Their happy hour is AWESOME. Group/size: It can get very crowded quickly. Small group (2-4) is probably the best size, like all the other restaurants. If you dont mind sitting on the bar area, its also a nice setting. Also has a coat/bag hanger under the table. Interior: It can be dark but romantic vibe with dark interior, red accent, and candles. Also the mirror on the wall makes the space bigger. Food: I love their happy hour. Super cheap, delicious for what you pay. And also great selections. List's regular menu isnt really expensive either. I love their gnocchi, clam/mussel (changes by season), octopus salad....etc. i tried eggplant but it wasnt cooked right. I tried both happy hour and non happy hour. The portion for the same food was almost the same. I would prob not go there for regular hour just because you can get them for half price during hh. Service: Nothimg to complain.
(5)Stephanie S.
This place was incredible! Food prepared perfectly and service amazing! My boyfriend and I were visiting for the weekend and lucked out trying this place. We started with the spicy meatballs and loved them! I had the gnocchi which was delicious I chose to get it with marinara but now I'm tempted to fly back to seattle to try it with the truffle oil! Why didn't I order both?! My boyfriend had the pan roasted chicken and he was very happy with it too! The ambiance was super romantic but yet hip and fun! We had a great time at the List!
(5)Max R.
First time in the area. Very friendly bartender, great food, great price (happy hour).
(5)Crystal P.
Had dinner here on a Saturday night. The food was amazing. Loved the pear salad, spicy meatballs, gnocchi, and the chicken. I had a red wine by the glass that was really good as well The atmosphere was really nice and the service was great! I will definitely be back to try happy hour.
(4)Leighanna K.
Went here for dinner on Sunday and we were happy to find they had happy hour food and drink specials all day. The happy hour Sauvignon blanc was pretty good. The gnocci was amazing and worth going back for. We also ordered the eggplant parm (happy it was a lighter version and not fried, but also not as tasty as the gnocci) and the flatbread (way too salty and a bit heavy on the garlic). The service was good to start but the waitress didn't check in after the food came. We waited a while to get her attention. The place was romantic but a little dark.
(3)Tammy Y.
Good food, good service, easy to find parking location - what could be better? I've walked by this place many times and tonight I finally made birthday dinner plans to eat and drink here. My friend and I had the black truffle gnocchi, rose gnocchi, arugula salad, and Chilean sea bass. The gnocchi was done just right, salad had just enough dressing and the fresh mozzarella was a nice touch. The sea bass was grilled right with a unique red rice below. Couldn't have asked for a better meal tonight. Will definitely return on future occasions. We came in around 8:15pm on Friday and got the last table - lucky us. It only started getting loud with the bar crowd at 9:15pm or so.
(5)Rachel J.
Ambiance: Dimly lit, romantic, intimate, small. Drinks: Didn't drink. Food: Small plates, delicious, fast service. Highlights: Gnocchi and spicy meatballs. Prices: Great, especially during happy hour. Service: We sat at the bar. Everyone was friendly. Conclusion: We went about 9pm on a Sunday night. It was packed. Parking is difficult. The wait was about an hour, however, the bar was first come, first served.
(4)Trinh P.
Cute place! Came here on a Friday or Saturday night and it was lit by candlelight. It was filled with smiles and cheer. Bf and I had some wine and ordered the octopus, gnocchi, and steamed clams. The octopus was bland... but the gnocchi in truffle cream sauce knocked it out of the park! I want to come back to try the gnocchi in rose sauce next time we're in. 4 stars because our server to be on auto-pilot and not so personable. (3.5 if I could, but i'll round up 'cause the gnocchi was just that good)
(4)Serena W.
This place reminds me of a New York restaurant wanna be. It was small, dark, and requires a long wait. But the food was very good, albeit very small portion- but it's not called tapas for no reason. We had: Gnocchi- cooked just right with a good amount of sauce Spicy meatball- way over priced for just 2 meatballs but so good- it is very spicy so be warned! But def a must eat Steak- not the best cut of meat but a good portion for sharing and came with these yummy fries with goat cheese! The fries def filled me up and I couldn't stop eating the goat cheese If you like sharing and trying many different things with a (small) group then this is a good place to go
(4)Katie K.
I visited for some happy hour dinner and a drink and had a pleasant evening. The happy-hour food was a fair deal, but I do wish they had a cider on tap or specials on the cocktails. The truffle gnocci is definitely a stand-out plate!
(3)John I.
Stopping here was probably the best decision made ever. The late-night happy hour is a ridiculous value (practically a steal) ... food is super tasty and the service is on point as well. To say this place satisfied my urge is an understatement - I can't wait to venture back here in the late hours again soon.
(5)Linna S.
GNOCCHI you make my taste buds dance and my tummy run wild!!! GOOD THING OF COURSE. you are soooooooooo good! KISS THE CHEF :) $12 bottle of wine for happy hour? #WHYNOT
(5)Elizabeth L.
List remains a cute date spot! HH is unbeatable. Fave dishes are the octopus salad (flavorful - a refreshing, light option), bacon-wrapped prawns (perfectly plump prawns nicely grilled, wrapped in crispy bacon. I DIE), spicy meatballs (good kick!). Black truffle gnocchi is a standby for sure. Friendly service and cozy ambiance ftw. Owned by the folks at Barolo (another favorite of mine), can't go wrong here. Look forward to coming back soon!
(4)Joyce C.
with happy hour pricing this place offers great value for food and drinks. however, the quality was just barely okay. we ordered octopus salad, seared ahi, fried calamari, and sirloin steak. all were quite bland in terms of flavor, i am guessing the hype of the place was only for the price to value ratio but not so much to the quality of food
(3)Katy C.
It's a cute little place, I remember it being red. (the decor) Crowded for happy hour, well since the food is 50 % off. We got: Gnocchi with black truffle cream -- so creamy and delicious, yummy gnocchi Grilled Chilean sea bass -- melts in your mouth like butter. Green salad goat cheese and pear- interesting combo, but delicious Seasonal mushrooms and roasted onion chicken- meh.. I've had better chicken, it was very typical. Definitely go during happy hour, I'll be back for that gnocchi!
(4)Andrea D.
We stumbled into here when we found out the other restaurant we wanted to go to was closed for the evening. I think it was meant to be because this restaurant was a wonderful find!! Such an intimate atmosphere, wonderful service, and amazing food! We made it for happy time and decided to splurge because the dishes were fifty percent off! The bacon wrapped prawns were so good!! My sister got the gnocci with truffle oil and was beyond thrilled with the taste. This restaurant is on my "to return" list for future trips to Seattle. Just an fyi, they only allow people 21+ inside, at least after a certain hour. There was a family that was turned away because they had two children.
(5)Reed G.
Great atmosphere! Busy on happy hour, but worth it if you want to save some money. Wine selection is wonderful - beer, not so much. Happened to be sitting right next to the area that all of the dishes coming out were staged and everything looked SO good! Super jealous. Will definitely be back to try more! Our server, Ari, was fantastic!
(5)S K.
All day happy hour on Sunday's and Monday's! The grilled Caesar salad and gnocchi are AHHHHH-mazing! Be prepared to wait for a table but it's well worth the wait. Not a great place for large groups but a great date spot! Will be going back for sure.
(4)Kat V.
Thank you List for having all-day HH on Sundays and Mondays! The half priced appetizers were why we visitors came here, and the fact that those half priced apps were also delicious will be why we come back! As first-timers, we had to get the Yelp faves: spicy meatballs, gnocchi, octopus salad, and a few other dishes that I don't remember because those 3 were the best in my opinion. No dish was bad, though the pear salad was underwhelming even though I love pears and cheese. Best balls of meat ever!!! They are definitely spicy, and I'm Asian. They're also flavorful, which I loved. No need for pasta accompaniment, they star alone just fine. The octopus salad was surprisingly much more amazing than I expected. Someone on Yelp mentioned that they're an explosion of citrus, which was enough said to get me to order the dish, and, they definitely lived up to the hype. Sooo citrusy and sooo yummy. We also loved the intimate and darkly lit atmosphere. The decor reminded me of a swanky chic restaurant in LA or NYC. Perfect for dates or girls night out!
(5)Diane Z.
The food was good, but I think what brings it to four stars is the very generous happy hour. We got the ahi tuna, octopus salad, sea bass, prawns, a beer and a glass of wine all for $38! The food was all well prepared and delicious. I would definitely recommend going for happy hour!
(4)Chris H.
Went for the first time tonight. Had the Pheasant, Bacon-wrapped prawns and a salad. Priced well and it was delicious. Great ambiance, wait staff was great. Will totally come back! Thanks
(5)John B.
Super good food good drinks....turns out the bartender Rob would not serve a perfectly sober black English lady a lemon drop request. He contended she was too drunk...7.30 on a Tuesday. She had a perfectly sober conversation with myself and my friend. I have lived in Seattle for 18 years and hold the kindness of our region dear.
(2)Maria A.
I seriously do not understand the hype, this place is BOUGIE. So many young, "trendy" people that think they're so cool. It was dark, crowded, and so loud that I could barely have a conversation. The food was decent but not worth the price and the portions are so small. ONE canelloni to share for $9? Ridiculous. My bf was so annoyed with this place; I felt bad for bringing him here. This place would probably only be worth the price during happy hour and even then I would rather go elsewhere.
(1)Vicky K.
You MUST come here for happy hour! The food and drinks are excellent. The hh deal is half off their "Food List" of tapas. And beers are $3.50 (I think). Spicy meatballs- I would skip this because though it was flavorful it was extremely salty! Almost to the point it couldn't/shouldn't be eaten. Gnocchi- This was extremely creamy and soft. Soaks up all the beer you could be drinking Seabass- This was so good! Easily the best dish of the night. The fish was flaky and buttery. Mussels- It was actually clams because they didn't have a good mussel season. The taste was decent but not special. Bacon wrapped prawns- We almost didn't order this but we were so glad we ordered it! The prawns were extremely fresh and the flavor was great. Our second favorite dish.
(5)Hilary W.
Nice vibe. Not too loud. No line on a Wed at 10pm, but the place was full. Bartender was really nice and comped my wine after they ran out of the sea bass that I ordered.
(5)Maria G.
I came back again and the service was really poor. The lady who served me the first time was quick and nice. This guy whose voice is absolutely inaudible and it was difficult to hear him. I had to ask him repeatedly about what he said. It was like "what? You mean? Ok you can't what? You can't take my order? Oh you can? Ok." Food was still delicious and yummy on my second visit! Pretty consistent good quality! Too bad the service here is not consistent. The next time I come here, I will pop in and make sure the nice female server was around to take my order.
(3)Guangming W.
I've heard of List for a long time but never had the opportunity or mood to go, finally here I am. The ambience is great for a date, the candle on our table really stand out because it was dark in the room. We ordered Handmade Gnocchi with black truffle cream, Arugula salad with fresh mozzarella, evoo dressing and Natural beef shoulder tenderloin steak, they all tasted great.
(5)Ali R.
I came here for happy hour before going to see Dave Chappelle at the Moore. The food was delicious. We tried the gnocchi, octopus salad, and the flatbread with feta and cranberries. Everything was excellent. The flatbread a little bit on the thick side but we still ate every bite. I tend to like a more casual atmosphere for happy hour but I will likely return to try more of the menu and to try their cocktails.
(4)Wendy C.
The following is always what I look for but have trouble finding when reading reviews, and hopefully it helps you out: Sunday and Monday happy hour is all day; Tuesday-Thursday is 4-6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.-midnight; Friday and Saturday is 4-6:30 p.m. A bottle of the house wine (red or white) is $14, a glass is $3.99; draft beer is $2.99. I came here for the late night happy hour on a Thursday, and was surprised at the lack of any wait time as well as at the lack of light. The restaurant was lit mostly by the small candles on the tables, creating an intimate ambiance. Although we were seated immediately, the place seemed somewhat understaffed, with just one hostess/ waitress/ server and one other server. Considering how busy the place later became, service toward the end was a lot slower. The girl looked a bit stressed out, but she maintained a friendly attitude toward everybody. Since all food items are half off (ranging from $4 to $8) during HH, I was tempted to order one of every item on the list. But I wisely (for once) ordered only what I knew I would really eat. Grilled octopus salad (4.5/5): It's a bit spicy and sour, chewy and crunchy at the same time, and the dish comes with a generous amount of octopus atop a bed of spring mix salad. It's really a good combination. Alternatively, the salad helps to ease the spicy/ sour taste after a bite of the octopus. Spicy meatballs (2/5): These are far from the best meatballs I have tried, and truly are spicy. They're also extremely soft. Not a fan of soft meatballs. Mussels (4/5): Accompanied by marinara and crostini, this dish is warm and light. I usually encounter very thick marinara, but this one is a lot thinner, which pairs extremely well with something as small and light as mussels. Bacon wrapped prawns (2/5): The bacon was burnt, and easily came off of the prawns, so for me, it was really burnt bacon and overcooked prawns. Seared ahi tuna (5/5): I couldn't get enough of this. The ginger sauce that accompanies it is seriously one of the best sauces I have encountered. It's sweet and slightly tangy and goes perfectly with the tuna. The first round of tuna was kind of over-seared, but the second round was just perfect. Rather than searing only the edges of the tuna, the chefs here sear an entire side, which is kind of strange, but it works for me! Although this dish consists of only two slices of tuna, it includes a bed of sauteed kale. And it's SO GOOD. I'm drooling just thinking about this wonderful dish. Come here for HH, y'all!
(4)Abby W.
This place is extremely affordable for the quality of food in a great atmosphere! I got two plates of tapas and wine for a total of 25 USD. I recommend truffle gnocchi and also tuna.
(4)Lydia N.
Black truffle cream gnocchi!!! Go get it! This is the first time I've had gnocchi where I thought to myself, omg. This is amazing. I need to try making his at home. Although the gnocchi didn't have the traditional edges/ribs to grab onto the sauce, each bite was pillowy and not too dense and the black truffle sauce was well balanced - not overpowering , but unmistakably truffley. Also ordered the octopus salad. It's a little different from the sashimi octopus I'm used to eating, but still really good. They season it more strongly with black pepper than with citrus dressing...tasty.
(4)Stephanie M.
Wow, I cannot believe that I've waited this long to try List. List has a very sophisticated, young, classy-feel, which is EXACTLY my style. :-) I love the ambiance and decor: the red chandeliers, almost wall-to-wall mirrors, intimate dining tables, fun black and white wallpaper in the hallway, candlelit, and it doesn't get overcrowded. Their menu is nothing to complain about as everything looked delicious. I tried the bacon-wrapped prawns and they were jumbo prawns with a hint of spice in the sauce. It came over collard greens (or kale) with white beans. Very elegantly presented, well-prepared, creative and only $7 for Happy Hour! Amazing! As I was sitting at the bar, I was able to see ALL of the food orders come out and everything looked delicious. The calamari rings are no joke--they're huge and meaty. hehe The ahi tuna was a large portion per serving and was seared just perfectly. Yuum! I am definitely a fan of the simplicity of the ingredients, but the complex execution. Love it! And, I love that their menu stays the same for dinner and/or happy hour. Only the price changes! List has a full-bar, but their wine list is the star. I haven't tried any of their cocktails, but they look delicious! The Happy Hour specials are pretty damn amazing: Hours: Sunday & Monday, all-day Tuesday-Thursday, 4:00-6:30pm and 9:00-midnight Friday & Saturday, 4:00-6:30pm Happy Hour Specials: All food (excluding featured dishes) are half price--AMAZING! Bottle of house white or red only $14 Glass of house white or Red only $3.75 All draft beer only $2.95 Also, even if you're there for happy hour, they serve complimentary bread with this pesto oil sauce. It's so delicious and you can get as much bread as you want! I had a great experience here and I would recommend it to anyone. The bartender was fabulous and the servers very prompt and accommodating. Please go and try List!!!
(5)Jessica B.
We had: Local wine Pheasant Mushroom soup Calamari Chilean sea bass Baked broccoli 1. Customer service was very good. 2. Ambiance- noisy and tables close together 3. Food was great. Loved the pheasant and seabass. Large tapas portions. 4. Menu has some interesting combinations. 5. Walk in wait took forever and parties larger than us who came in after had first priority seating over us as a couple. We waited nearly 45 minutes for a table. Food service was fast at that point.
(4)Heidi B.
Oh man. I'm so sorry to say this, but please list the ingredients on your menu. EVERY ITEM, even the ones that sound really harmless, (e.g. 'baked broccoli' sounds pretty safe) has GLUTEN AND DAIRY in it. (As I was made to understand at your restaurant tonight after I inadvertently poisoned myself. I guess I could have asked . . . but it's like . . . give me a hint.) Sorry. It's 2014 in Seattle. Upgrade your game Belltown. I know Belltown's heyday was like 1999, so I will forgive you just this once, but get with the program!!!!!!!!! People need to know what is in their food. It's just the way it is now.
(2)Deborah J.
Jam packed on a Sunday (all day HH) night. We were told it would be a 30-45 minute wait, but it was more like 10 which was perfect as I am a little impatient. There were four of us, and we decided to order 8 dishes total which was the perfect amount of food between us. I had the pleasure of trying the following: Gnocchi Flat Bread Pear Gorgonzola Green Salad Spicy Meatballs Burger w/ fries (there were duplicate orders which is why you're only seeing 5 things listed). Our server was very on top of her game. The prices were 50% off for HH although the regular prices weren't bad either. This place is small, so its probably not the best for large groups. They have very minimal outdoor seating. Honestly can't wait to go back, that's how great it was!
(5)Phil C.
Easily one of the best happy hours in Seattle, featuring a great array of food and drink deals. For food, definitely go with the meatballs, gnocchi, bacon-wrapped prawns, and cannelloni. And drinks? Grab a bottle of red for $14 (or by the glass for ~$4). Good service and a nicely dim, romantic atmosphere.
(5)Chelsea J.
List has the best happy hour of anywhere I've visited. Bold statement, I know, but well deserved. I was floored at the amazing quality of the food and the outrageously good prices during their happy hour! They have their entire food menu priced half off during happy hour except for their daily specials. Happy hour is all day Sunday and Monday at List. I'm a little sad that I just now visited for the first time. Four of us shared two orders of truffle gnocchi, a burger and fries, bacon wrapped prawns, seared ahi with spiced lentils, feta cranberry pine nut flat bread, and 2 mini chocolate molten cakes with hazelnut gelato and raspberries. We also had 2 glasses of beer and 2 bottles of wine. Our total bill before tip was $97! The price was so reasonable it was almost ridiculous. I don't remember ever eating so much delicious, top notch food and stuffing myself and having 3 glasses of wine for $25 before tip. That's just crazy talk. The best dishes in my opinion were the truffle gnocchi, the bacon wrapped prawns, and the burger. The other dishes were good though. The only item that disappointed for me was the seared ahi. The ahi tasted a bit overcooked and tough to me but I liked the lentils. The prawns were melt in your mouth delicious and the gnocchi was just out of this world. Service was friendly and prompt. They bring out each dish as it's ready so you always have something new to munch on. The wine we had was $15/bottle and the beer on tap was $3/pint. Even with the normal pricing the value is very good. All day happy hour Sunday and Monday evenings.
(5)Clive H.
This is the place to be for late night happy hour. Half price meal plates I've yet to be disappointed with the dishes my favorites include Sea salt and pepper calamari $4.5, Green salad, goat cheese and pear $4, Grilled chilean sea bass $7, Seared ahi tuna $6.5. The bartenders will engage in conversation and keep you there buying drinks. It can be difficult at times to get a seat. Due to the happy specials I have sometimes wandered around downtown kill'in time until their late night happy hour at 9pm. Amazing bang for your buck.
(4)Wendy Y.
Good Lamb Chops. Good Dessert. Fair price. I just have to make sure I come back for the Happy Hour. A great alternative to sushi and pizza in Belltown.
(4)Jeff K.
Was in town for work. Stumbled upon this place after eating at Umi Sake House next door. Fantastic food and drinks for the price! All day happy hour on food and drinks on Sunday and Monday. Seriously!
(4)Melinda N.
I find the setting/music/decor sort of hilarious, but the happy hour food and prices are great so I've always left satisfied. The tables are tiny so be prepared to sit very close to the other customers. And, it can get pretty loud. Neither of those things are really detractors for me though. And, after about a 40% success rate finding seats in the bar section of its sister restaurant Barolo, I have to give them credit for having a Happy Hour I can actually take advantage of.
(4)Violet D.
Loved this place. Husband and I checked it out for happy hour before a concert downtown Seattle. We arrived around 4 pm ish, and were the only people in there. We sat for a good 2 hours at the bar enjoying the happy hour wine, and small plates (tapas) the bartender was super cool--- good conversation and took care of us. We ordered 3 happy hour small plates and they filled us up, burger, raviolis, salad and kobe skewers. All delish and came out in good time, and plated beautifully. Decor is chic, stylish and trendy and sorta sexy!
(4)Claudia P.
Fantastic happy hour prices, stellar service, smooth atmosphere and... disappointing food. It's really too bad because I wanted to love the whole experience, but the flavors and seasoning combos of all six dishes we ordered fell flat. I kinda get why they have such long happy hour because otherwise, I can't imagine anyone paying full price for anything there (which is saying a lot because everything is reasonably priced). Maybe they just need better recipes?
(2)Vi L.
This is my happy hour joint, git yer own.
(5)Nicole W.
I find myself always wanting to return to List after considering all of the Belltown happy hour options. You can't really beat a decent $14 bottle of red or white wine and delicious food (half off during HH) from their extensive menu. Some of my favorites include the gnocchi, calamari, flatbread and organic tomato salad with gorgonzola. The staff has always been extremely kind and accommodating. Eat. Drink. Order another! :)
(5)b p.
The food and service at List are exceptionally good. The atmosphere is quite nice. The menu has a range of interesting options. The staff is prompt and friendly. The above things are all true, and, especially at Happy Hour, the prices are really good. I have been to List a few times, and have no complaints.
(5)anthony c.
Barolo's little sister, and it shows. Good all around. Service is more then adequate for a casual place like List, I was expecting less. Food is: excellent, cheap and comforting. Good wines as well. Alex is the manager, very nice girl. Beautiful decor and bathrooms
(5)Jordon K.
I went with a group of friends, and everything I tried (chicken, a couple types of gnocchi) was great. Prices are pretty reasonable for the portion size. My only complaint is that it was too loud, even though it was a very small place. Everybody had to shout over the music they were piping in. I would come back for the food.
(4)Hola A.
An awesome place for some awesome happy hour! The interior has a trendy vibe going on but I will have to say the place is small. The tables are small too which actually made me nervous of how we were going to fit all food we were planning on ordering hehe. Here's what we ordered : spicy meatbals, gnocchi with black truffle cream, calamari, pear salad, mussels, and I know there was something else that I'm missing but that's all I can remember. My faves were the spicy meatballs and the gnocchi. It got me wanting to eat gnocchi for days! Really, really good. I would skip the salad though.
(4)Bernie P.
My biggest issue is the clubby feel to it... With the music and the decor. The food was off and on with the octopus being on and the hanger steak being off... But it's really affordable. Happy hour is the only way to go here. Bartenders match the clubby feel but are sweet and helpful.
(4)William H.
Very small but quaint. Great wait staff, food comes quickly. They have an amazing Happy Hour, half price all Appetizer menu items which are of good size. You can walk away full for $20 including tip and cocktail. Happy Hour runs Tuesday through Thursday 4pm to 6:30pm and 9pm to Midnight. Friday and Saturday 4pm to 6:30pm
(4)courtney w.
Oh, List! I love you so much. You are my fav HH spot in the city. The bacon wrapped prawns and the sea bass are must trys. And Miles the manager, who is always there is a great guy!
(5)Hazel Grace D.
The food was good - I ordered several veggie dishes and they were all nice. The service was pleasant and the venue was clean and stylish. I'd go back again, though I may want to check out this amazing happy hour the other Yelpers are referring to next time ;)
(4)betsy b.
What a steal this place is on Sun and Mon! As Barolo's sister restaurant we knew we were going to like this place. Same good $14 bottle of wine and amazing appetizers!! We had the ahi tuna, gnocchi, and bacon wrapped prawns. All 3 were delicious although the bacon could have been cooked a little longer as it wasn't as crispy as I like. The gnocchi was amazing and just the right amount. My favorite part about this place was the heated f'ing toilet seat....I need to get one of those. Service was also top notch. If my stomach was bigger I would have come here more than once.
(5)Tom Y.
Smorgasbord. Of food. I first noticed List when walking back from a club down the street, and we noticed that it was pretty packed. It didn't really cross my mind again until I noticed it on Yelp, and I'm glad that we had a chance to try it out. We decided to come here for an early dinner during HH, and boy, what a HH. -10 Year Port: A very sweet port, it's a house blend, obviously, but pretty well done. I actually have been buying bottles and branching into port ever since I had a glass here -Calamari: Breaded, and served with your standard slightly spicy mayo-esque calamari sauce. Calamari all tends to be fairly similar, and this was good, for standard. I'll say that you still get a lot for HH though -Flatbread: This creation should almost more accurately be labeled a pizza, as it was loaded with cheese and toppings. More than just some bread with some things thrown on top, it was very well crafted, and the gf only let me eat one piece :) -Gnocchi: The gnocchi dish as a whole is extremely well made here, not the least of which the black truffle cream plays a big part, which is good since gnocchi in general to me is just a dough ball. The gnocchi here was soft, but not sticky, as some can be, which was great to eat. Definitely glad the other reviews recommended trying this -Arugola: Pretty standard, but still pretty good -Grilled Chilean sea bass: This was a fairly large fillet (for HH), and it was very well cooked. Grilled to the point of having a light layer of searing, the flavors were definitely locked in, and the side sauce was great -Seared ahi tuna: These pieces of tuna were very good, as it... OK, I'd be pretty much saying the same thing, so I'll leave it at it's good -Cannelloni: Can't really recall... -Some kind of salad; too many other things on the table, didn't pay much attention The waitstaff was courteously nice, and very efficient. They had drinks out in minutes, and graciously timed our many platters so they would all fit on the table. One of the waitresses had boots with heels on, and she liked to walk in time with the music; interesting anecdote, I suppose. All in all, we got quite a few dishes, all off the HH menu. I'm sure that the full menu price would've been bigger portions, but I frankly would much rather have smaller portions so that I could try more things. The gf and I polished off all the items here and it was perfectly filling. A lot of the dishes have the same green decorative drizzle, which can get old, but at least it's a good complement to most of the food. I've thought about coming back here a few times since, and that's always a good sign. If you're in the area, possibly early and before your liver goes to work, stop in for a bite!
(5)Chad H.
The best happy hour in seattle! Exquisite food and bottles of good wine for $14. Daily!! The best....I'm just sayin. Oh ya, super cute and romantic too!
(4)Nathalie F.
We were looking for a place with great happy hours and they have the best! The food is good and the gnocchi do melt in your mouth, yum! The service got overwhelmed though, they were a bit slow and not very attentive. Probably need to work on that because its going to stay popular with this great deal!
(3)phoebe l.
We came here for happy hour late at night. There were 6 of us so we had to wait for a table. The waiters/waitresses probably should've been smarter with the seating because they had previously seated 2 people at a 6 person table. Their food was well worth the wait. We had the spicy meatballs, the gnocchi with black truffle cream, and the grilled octopus salad with citrus emulsion. The verdict: The spicy meatballs came in a portion of 2 giant meatballs. They were pretty good. The gnocchi with black truffle cream was SOOOOOO GOOD. It was rich in flavor and creamy but not too creamy. It was soft and practically melts in your mouth. Loved this dish. If i head back to seattle, I'm definitely coming back for that! The grilled octopus salad with citrus emulsion was pretty good also. I don't normally eat salad, but my sister said that it wasn't really like salad. It was better than I had expected. It's basically grilled octopus pieces on top of a bed of salad. The citrus emulsion was paired very nicely for the dish. Will definitely be going back!
(4)Davida B.
I came here during happy hour yesterday and left a little disappointed, my waitress didn't seem to know very much about wine, the wine I had was a little underwhelming, and the seared tuna was over-cooked. That being said, I plan to go again to give the menu one more go, and will update my review if my next visit proves more satisfying. It appears the way to try this place is through the happy hour exposure; good prices, decent portions, friendly staff, and if your first experience isn't spectacular it won't be as much of a blow compared to what you'd feel splurging on full prices.
(3)Denice L.
No one can complain about List! How can you argue with $7 seabass and $14 bottles of wine? Yes, the food shows up randomly, but it does say "all food is served as ready" on the menu so I was kind of expecting it. The servers are nice and the food is amazing so I won't complain about the details. First class happy hour!
(5)Erica W.
My friends and I rolled into List at like 11:30 pm and luckily found a seat. It did take almost 15 minutes to get some service though, but once she came she was nice. We all got some drinks, they were okay, typical of the drinks you get in Belltown (no liquor and mostly juice and ice). The burgers however we actually really good, very juicy and almost well done lol. The spicy meatballs was great, two huge steaming hot meatballs which was enough to feed 3 folks in my group. Not a bad place for a good happy hour, try it out.
(3)Noriko A.
31/2 stars for the food, 5 stars for the value! We had 3 items from the menu (portions are big enought for sharing), two beer, two glasses of house red wine (very good for house) and our bill was only $30. Unbelievable!
(4)Kel M.
Monday night happy hour prices are fantastic. Quiet dim lit atmosphere with modern furnishings. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially the Grilled Caesar, Eggplant parmigiana and Wild mushroom puree soup. Street parking.
(5)Jenny Y.
This place is a lot smaller than I imagined. The tables, chairs, and interior design was chic. Waitresses were friendly. We sat down and immediately ordered drinks. Love that the wine bottles were only $14 during HH! I ordered the gnocchi w/black truffle cream which is supposedly one of the most popular dishes. I liked it but you definitely need to drink water or something with it because it can become too creamy. My friend ordered the grilled salad which was delicious! Having grill marks on the romaine lettuce was a very good idea and definitely unique compared to your normal salad! My other friend ordered the grilled octopus salad and I thought the octopus was incredibly chewy. Without the lemon squeezed on top I think the smell of seafood would have been to overwhelming. One of my friends ordered dessert (they only offered 1 choice which is very limiting) however I thought the hazelnut gelato was very yummy! Overall, the place got pretty crowded around 1030pm, & the service was pretty great, the prices of everything was a good deal, and the food was pretty delish!
(4)Lisa L.
If you are looking for quiet, hip, candle-lit lounge to go on a date or catch up with your best friend, this is it. The place is fairly small, but as many tables and room at the bar. We order the sea salt and pepper calamari and a bottle wine, absolutely delish. Best calamari I've ever had. And the service, great! Our server was there when we needed her, but gave us plenty of space. Loved this place.
(4)Way S.
The atmosphere is nice, the service was okay, the food was good. I would go again for happy hour.
(3)King C.
I came back to List yesterday, and I had the spicy meatballs. You get two and they're ginormous! They are spicy delicious!
(4)Sweet P.
organic tomato salad? yum. calamari? so good i ordered a second plate. i'm such a glutton when i'm PMSing. sea bass? a bit small for the price but the sauce was AMAZING. tuna? seconds, please! HH wine was strange though--my white smelled like the eraser shavings a graphite pencil leaves... sound travels in that place though; beware if you're going to HH with that one coworker who's high-pitched voice gets REALLY annoying when she's drunk...
(5)El Pirata B.
My son and I came to List on our last evening in Seattle and we loved it. He had the cannelloni and spicy meatballs, and I had the 5 ounce steak with green salad. We eat everything and left saying that this is a place we need to visit again. Our waitress was very friendly and the service was great. I always read restaurant reviews and listen to others comment. Hope my comments help others when they decide to visit List !!!
(5)Krista S.
List is my latest go-to happy hour spot - you just can't beat it! Half price food, $14 bottles of wine that vary by week, great ambience, and a heated toilet seat in the girls restroom! Couldn't ask for a better place to relax, grab a bite, catch up with friends! My menu favorites are the mushroom soup, the gnocchi (sometimes have to order it twice in one visit!), and the flatbread. Keep up the good work List!
(5)Eugene C.
List is one of those places where you feel a little cooler as a person after visiting because of the ambience of the place. The place just exudes modern style and elegance. The food is a pleasant surprise too, as many stylish restaurants/bars tend to disappoint on substance. The time to come here is during happy hour when all the appetizers are half off and the beer and wine is discounted. I sampled 3 different dishes: green salad with vinaigrette and grilled octopus, grilled Chilean sea bass, and the gnocchi with black truffle cream. The octopus on the salad was tender and meaty with a hint of char to it. The salad was good overall but the vinaigrette was a little tart for my tastes. The Chilean sea bass was perfectly moist and tender. It came with some interesting accompaniments (farro and wilted greens) which helped to balance out the dish. My favorite dish of the three was definitely the black truffle gnocchi. I am not a big gnocchi eater or connoiseur, but the name seemed intriguing. The gnocchi turned out to be the best I have ever had. Pillowy soft, creamy, and almost melt in the mouth. The accompanying truffle cream sauce melded with the gnocchi into one delightful creamy mouthful. I am looking forward to visiting List again, enjoying other delectable plates, and feeling like I am one of the cool kids again.
(4)Mei-I F.
This is one of my favorite happy hour spots so stay away because I don't want it to get too popular! One of my other favorites is Barolo which is always so busy you have to get there at 3:45 to get a table. Well List is owned by the same people and you don't have to get there so frickin early to find a spot. The food is delicious and half off and bottles of wine are $14. If you like eating sticks of butter then order the seabass. It is the best thing on the menu. Other yummy dishes include the octupus salad, gnocchi and the meatballs. The last time I was there, after consuming too many HH bottles of wine, we were craving a plate of fries and the kitchen dished out a big ol' plate of fries for $2.50. Thanks List.....way to go above and beyond!
(5)dana s.
i stood outside List the other weekend while enjoying my late night hotdog. i made a lot of mocking comments about this place like "oh.....i am SO on "the LIST" or "yeah, i am on THE LIST"...."i am sorry, but you are not HOT enough to be on THE LIST".....there were a lot of douchey dudes and skanky girls who apparently were on "the list"....and i wanted nothing to do with it. fast forward to last night, a sunny Wednesday, and i find myself at List with my favorite girlfriends. This might be the best happy hour in town. 14 bucks for a bottle of wine!!! half off their entire menu!!!! i was tempted to get one of everything. ok, so the gnocchi with truffle oil was one of the best things i have ever put in my mouth. and i have had A LOT in my mouth (now i sound more like their Friday night crowd...oh SNAP) and the black cod was incredible. i also enjoyed the Ahi...it was pretty typical, seared with some spice to it...but i thought the lentils (cooked with ginger i think) added something special, pulling it away from boring and into bangin'.... the flatbread was also fantastic...loaded with garlic, feta and dried cranberries, it is not for those wanting fresh breath...or it may be a useful tool in avoiding unwanted conversations on your way to the restroom. perhaps it works on vampires and douches alike. they need to get a better dessert menu.....but i could also have the gnocchi again for dessert. List is not for me on weekend nights, like most of Belltown. but i will definitely be back for happy hour during the week. i am sorry Black Bottle, but List just knocked you off....my, um, list.
(4)Steve P.
Never been here before, in fact I've never even noticed it, as it is tucked away behind some trees on a dark stretch of First Ave. But we went before a movie based on the reviews and were very impressed. Yes, it's pretty small and dark and trendy and loud, and you'll likely wait for a table if you get there after 5 PM. But the wait wasn't bad, the service was friendly and good even though they were slammed, and the food was well worth it. Indeed, this is a great Happy Hour! The menu is quite varied, with lots of tasty choices, including a few meatless options. Portions are not huge, but perfectly adequate. We shared the grilled Caesar salad, the octopus salad, the seared ahi tuna, and the baked broccoli between three pretty hungry people and there was plenty to go around. With two glasses of the (quite good) featured red wine the total before tip was $32 - not bad at all! And even the non-Happy Hour prices are quite reasonable. I'll definitely be back to sample more of the menu.
(4)YW T.
recommend: gnocchi, bacon wrapped prawns and chicken with mushroom my favorite happy hour joint in seattle! everything's half off. the cocktails are super strong and yummy too. portions are modest, but that just means you can try more stuff!
(5)Farah K.
Good but not great. I'd recommend it for happy hour. It's a little pricey for the size/taste of the dishes.
(3)Maya H.
Happy Hour at List is a must do if you are in Seattle. It's a small place in Belltown with great service and a lovely selection of food and wine. We just happened to go in for a glass of wine and a bite before heading to the SAM. When we got there at 5ish it was quiet. We stayed for about an hour, enjoying every bite of food and sip of wine. By the time we left there was a line to get a seat and the atmosphere was more revved up! Go there, you won't be disappointed. Oh i forgot to mention that our server Sarah was fantastic!
(4)Suzanne M.
Stopped in unexpectedly for HH. Agree with previous post--the gnocchi is AMAZING. And agree with Paul B--meatballs just don't compete with the res of the menu. We had two orders! It is super cute inside--nice decor. Everything else was awesome too. I guess everyone's heard about this place now. Too bad---I had the nicest Tuesday evening there a few weeks ago.
(5)Thomas J.
Angus Burger Happy Hour. Bam. What a deal. 5 bucks for a great burger and well seasoned fries, plus a cocktail list that is the perfect compliment. I'm anxious to try some of the other foods - seated at the end of the bar we saw plate after plate of great food heading into the room. All this and beautiful Belltown people to boot! Great staff, great food, great deal.
(5)Diane C.
My friends and I just enjoyed Happy Hour at List this evening. And we went there on the recommendation of Yelp. I am happy to report all the good reviews were accurate. Very good food and drinks and service. We'll be sure to come back for another round. Thumbs up!
(5)Jennifer V.
Happy Hour is where it's at! 50% off menu items--all unique, savory, and well portioned. It's a chic environment with an attentive, attractive staff. This place is trying to make a name for itself as the Belltown place to be, and it's working. I've recommended this place to all my city dwelling friends and they all love it too! I'm sure the price gets hefty during the non Happy Hour time, but it's still great atmosphere. And the bathrooms are aesthetically pleasing.
(4)Nathan B.
Went here again for the happy hour, and was once again amazed by the quality of service and product. This time I tried the organic hanger steak, and it was fantastic. We also started with the octopus salad and it too was very good with nicely cooked octopus throughout. Definitely check it out!!
(5)Peg M.
List has one of the best happy hours around. Everything on the food menu is half off and they've got a great selection. The gnocchi with black truffle cream is incredible. I think there was even talk of licking the plate - or maybe it was of bathing in the sauce! Great calamari, baked broccoli, grilled sea bass, spicy meatballs. Actually I've tried almost everything on the menu and it's all been great. Service is friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is funky - especially the lit red bar.
(4)Mohammad G.
its all about value....i had 3 small plates dessert and a glass of wine for under thirty bucks. the homie at the bar was very cool super nice guy. had a good show goin. food was pretty good...gnocchi was nice and well ...filling had a nice bass with farro and kale and also a bacon wrapped prawn dish with cannelinni beans and oh KALE again..i have a problem with the same thing being on two different plates in a restaurant... a bit of a cop out to me. but shoot for 50% off all the items it was a-ok overall. nothing was outstanding but then again i didnt go for any of their entrees and just stuck to the small plates. good food, great value, great service. if you like the loungy loud atmosphere then this is your spot. not so much my drift but thats a matter of opinion. ill be back f'sho.
(4)Ellie K.
Amazing: perfectly cooked calamari, truffle gnocchi, large portion of seared ahi tuna, mushroom soup, heated toilet seat in the women's restroom, a total bill with tax and tip of $100 for 5 on Happy Hour monday
(5)Lisa M.
I stumbled upon List while in Seattle for a business trip. Looking in from the street, this place looked like it had a great vibe. When I walked inside I was definitely impressed. The bar has a red light counter and the place is dimly lit. For dinner I had the baked broccoli and the hanger steak, both of which tasted great and were cooked well. Added bonus, the price was very affordable and the restroom has a heated toilet seat! I would definitely recommend List to friends traveling to Seattle.
(4)Jessica W.
Hmm, so I came here for happy hour and I wasn't all that impressed, like, at all. This place is TINY. There is absolutely no room for privacy and no matter where you sit, you sit by the open door. The decor is... trendy, nothing all that unique... basically it looks like Ikea threw up all over it. And the food... bleh, the food.... So, let's see, we had: Bacon Wrapped Prawns: Way too salty (and i LOVE salt). Shrimp was pretty over cooked. Bleh. Spicy Meatballs: Umm, wheres the spicy? and the texture was really odd. It was cooked all the way through but the texture was like eating raw ground beef. Besides the lack of spicyness (maybe thats just my Koreanized taste buds) it tasted alright. Seared Ahi Tuna: Finally! A hit! This was pretty good, not fishy and the beans it came with were pretty delicious. Sea Salt and Pepper Calamari: Uh yeah, this was kinda gross. I forgot I was eating calamari and thought I was gnawing on my dogs chew toy. Okay, and the thing that made it worth it, the x-tini. really good and really STRONG... almost to the point where I think the bartender may have effed up... but hey, that's fine with me.
(2)Mel N.
I absolutely fell in love with List the other night. For starters, it's one of the only restaurants in the city with an all day Sunday happy hour. My friend and I had plenty of vino in a hip and romantic venue with a server who was on point. Service at the bar is best. I have heard it can get a little crowded and loud during the week, so if you are banking on week-day HH, seating is limited so I wouldn't want to wait for a table. Sunday however, definitely lends itself to a mellow Sunday-funday and perfect for those who want a relaxing evening. In addition to the wine list, the food is melt-in- your-mouth tasty. Do not leave without trying the gnocchi or the pear salad. Between two of us, a bottle of wine, one mimosa and three small plates later our bill came to $34.00! Umm, helloooo??...amazing. I am definitely a fan and plan on going back.
(4)Kimberly H.
Love the red backlit bar! This spot is a great place to meet up with friends. You can actually hear each other and the drinks are tastay!
(5)Mike B.
Amazing happy hour!!!
(5)Emma W.
Boyfriend and I came on recommendation from a friend, made a reservation (on their website!), and got there at 8pm on a Friday night. Parking was awful, as can be expected in Belltown; the place was packed but they had a table ready for us. Split bottle of wine, calamari (awesome), gnocci (oh my gawwwd), and eggplant parmesan (perfect); afterwards we got the chocolate dessert. All of this for about $60 (not at happy hour!). Service was great, decor was awesome; and the toilet seats in the bathroom were HEATED! Definitely going to be back here!
(5)Jim A.
Not much to say here, other than what's already been said by previous yelpers. This Happy Hour is excellent. My only regret is not coming here sooner since I live in the neighborhood! We tried a tomatoe & goat cheese salad, grilled brocolli and canelloni. All were excellent. You can't beat a $14 bottle of wine to go with it! We'll definately be back. Great service from the Bartender as well.
(5)Sean F.
Epic happy hour on a Tuesday. Stopped by here with two others after having two people recommend it to me. Service: Spot on. Wonderful. All I need to say is that there isn't anything I can say was off at all. Food: Pretty good, could be great. *Arugula Salad in simple citrus dressing, shaved reggiano and a half of a large fresh mozzarella ball in th middle. Damn good, I wanted seconds. *Grilled Ahi Tuna was good. Topped on lentils and kale. Simple yet effective, though I think I would have rather had a bunch of kale and no lentils with this. For the HH price this was a huge portion of fish. * Octopus Salad. Grilled octopus on top of spring greens with capers and celery. This was the weakest dish of them all and I didn't really get into it. The capers overpowered everything though the octopus was pretty good. *Hanger Steak. This was served on top of the same set as the Tuna. Though the steak was overcooked, over seasoned, and not a hit at all. I've had too cook quite a bit of hanger steak and can tell you it's not hard to f-up because there is only one way it tastes good and that is rare. I did not specify how done I want it to our waitress as the menu said it was "MR" only. Too bad this was MW and had an off taste of too much worcestershire sauce. *Calimari. Was in a light corneal style breading. Kind of chewy, dipping sauce was flavorless. Would I go back? Heck yes when I want some cheaper HH eats and wine in Belltown. Though I'll send back the next steak I get there if they try to pull that stuff with me next time. Worth checking out and I would recommend to friends.
(3)Bruce L.
Great atmosphere and crowd in a sea of otherwise-unsavory Belltown weekend warriors. Love the patio in the Summer months. The Happy Hour can't be beat. Inexpensive, great bottles of wine and half off food menu. The food is fantastic (same owner as Barolo - another great spot) and the wine selection and cocktail menu is very, very good. Small, intimate space and accommodating staff.
(5)Charlie M.
List has a great atmosphere and cool decor. The food is wonderful especially the cheesy flat bread. The bartenders are cute and friendly and they have a great happy hour; I believe 1/2 priced wine. Don't forget the comfortable atmosphere and great house music. I put List on the top of my list in Belltown
(4)Dena P.
List, which used to be called The Apartment, is a chic bar in Belltown. I've been here a few times and I love the decor and that atmosphere. They have beautiful chandeliers and heated toilet seats in the women's restroom. I like going to List on a non-party night because you get great service, great music, and it won't be so crowded. I would recommend going to List if you are in the Belltown neighborhood.
(4)Tina S.
List sits right next to my favorite sushi spot (Umi) and I wandered in one day last summer. I am so glad I did! I LOVE the decor and their gnocchi with truffle oil! At happy hour their entire food menu is half price, including their satisfying burger. I usually belly up to the bar and have had nice experiences every time I have gone.
(4)Kate K.
This place is so cute and intimate. Went there for the first time last night with my boyfriend. The seared ahi tuna was to die for and the service was friendly and quick. Def going back soon.
(4)Anthony N.
Went on a Monday night. Awesome all night happy hour. Had 3 things and all were delicious. Green salad, pear, goat cheese (quite tasty); Octopus Salad (very very good), and Sea Bass (Outstanding). White wine of the night was a Pinot Grigio (eh...). Had a Manny's beer and it hit the spot. Awesome food, wonderful service, and a great deal. 3 dishes and 2 drinks were $25 before tip.
(5)Kelly Z.
I've only been and will only go for happy hour. That being said, List offers a great and comprehensive hh menu; the food is absolutely delicious, though still on the higher end of pricing. List also offers $3 glasses of wines!! It's my go-to place for hh, especially with all day hh on sunday and mondays.
(4)Cally G.
After being told by many people how wonderful the happy hour is at List, I decided to give it a try. Yes, the happy hour prices were fantastic (all food 50% off, and bottles of the house wine are $14), but the food was just okay. If you want a good happy hour deal, this is definitely the spot, but if you're looking for a satisfying meal, I'd go elsewhere. I ordered the mussels, and I thought they overdid it with the lemon. Another person with my party got the ahi tuna, and he said it was a bit tasteless. The third person with my group got the broccoli, and she said that was okay. Also, everyone who told me to try this place also raved about the gnocchi, so we did get an order of that, and admittedly, that was pretty awesome. The service was great, but I wasn't a huge fan of the ambiance--it's very cold. I'm not sure if I'd go here again. Like I said, the service was good, and that's pretty important to me. Maybe next time I'll just stick with the gnocchi.
(3)S Y.
Gnocchi to die for, great happy hour prices (and they are appropriately slammed, so come well before 6:25), and ambiance to boot.
(5)Mark M.
Great happy hours deals and good food. We will be back.
(5)Karen C.
This is the best happy hour deal I have ever seen. The food is tasty, the portions are large and the wine is quite good. Highlights included the grilled Caesar salad, ahi tuna, and the gnocchi. I don't know how they make money off this but I plan to go back ASAP!
(5)Thomas H.
Great Service, Great Food. Will go back for sure.
(5)J G.
Went to List for a late night happy hour after reading Yelp recommendations. I have to agree with the masses -- I was impressed! We tried the gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce, which was delicious. The Chilean sea bass was out of this world!! It came served on a bed of greens and farro in a delicious tomato sauce, I can't wait to go back to eat it again. The sea salt calamari wasn't good, it came out cold and a little soggy, but the other dishes were so delicious I can overlook it.
(5)Angela B.
We planned to eat early, so followed recommendations on Yelp and tried List's Happy Hour. So glad we did. It was not busy at 5:30pm Saturday; but was filling up by 6:15. We ordered Gnocchi with black truffle cream, Cannelloni with spinach and ricotta, Organic Angus beef burger w/ fries and Bacon wrapped wild Florida prawns. The size of the serving plate is much larger then I'd assumed from the photos I'd seen online. The Cannelloni was our favorite (great spicy kick), followed by Gnocchi (melt in your mouth) and Angus burger (on ciabatta-style, grilled bun-yum). The Prawns were over-cooked (dry) which was disappointing; but the bed of white beans and kale they are served on was delicious - this dish also arrived last and we were pretty full by then. The staff was very friendly and efficient. Can't beat the happy hour special prices!
(4)Wander L.
We loved the pesto oil served with the bread, the black truffle gnocchi (amazing texture and taste) and the rack of lamb. The place has agreat casual, hip vibe, though it gets a little loud (we didn't mind). The only issue is that it's a slightly small place so you could have to wait a while for a table to get free.
(4)vanessa k.
This place was super fab.... the vibe, the service and my favorite part the happy hour deals. If you go for nothing else, take advantage of that. The food was excellent and such a wide variety of options. Plus the ladies room is a must feel lol.......
(5)A. B.
lovely place with great ambience & great food! been there twice now & all the things we tried from the menu were aweseome - seabass, broccoli, gnocchi, tuna, green salad. both times we sat at the bar & had good service. the only negative i'd say is its a bit loud so if you're trying to have an intense discussion, forget it unless you scream at the top of your voice.
(4)ashley s.
In my opinion this is the best eating establishment extraordinaire in the entire state of Washington, everything is good, I really do think I've had everything on the menu a number of times, its hard to pick a favorite it really is but the gnocchi reall;y stands out as pure bliss on a plate, like better than great sex on a plate great. and the half price food after 9 is a dream come true cause its a little pricey otherwise. still the menu is amazing the food is makes you pinch yourself to see if your dead and in heaven or just having a hot wet dream full of your favorite naked movie stars waiting on you really well and bring you food made by some kind of magical god in the cloud kitchen. the staff is friendly fast and effective while remaining cheerful and devoid of bad attitude. check it, happy hour is a MUST check if you can hold off eating till them your going to flip out at how good a reasonabley8 priced everything is, seriously flip out and tell all your friends with enthusiam like Tigger from Winnie he poo
(5)Lisa W.
I'm a big fan of Barolo's happy hour, so when I found out that the owner of Barolo opened a new Belltown hotspot in the Apartment's former space, I couldn't wait to try it out. The decor/furnishings are fairly simple, but it's a small space so it works. The big mirrors and ornate red chandeliers hold their own. Happy hour ends at 6:30, so we arrived a little too late. Happy hour is half-price food and drink discounts (similar to Barolo), another reason I need to go back. I thought that the service was excellent. The wine selection included a wide array of European and domestic. Foodwise, I had the seared ahi...oh my goodness...YUM! They looked like little steaks, and had the just the right amount of spiciness, over a drizzling of honey-ginger and olive oil. My boyfriend had the spicy meatballs, 3 very generous meatballs complemented with a just-spicy-enough marinara. It was perfect, not too much but just enough. They also offer Seattle's ever-popular Macrina bread with a little bit of olive oil as you wait for your food. I can't wait to go back for happy hour.
(4)Dana B.
List has one of the best happy hours I've ever encountered. I visit Seattle often from LA and have been here a couple of times on either Sundays or Mondays where they have happy hour all day! They offer $14 bottles of red or white house wine and half off their tapas menu (minus their "featured dishes"). The bacon wrapped prawns, gnocchi and spicy meatballs are all delicious. The grilled octopus salad has the potential to be fantastic if they hadn't overcooked the octopus rendering it tough and rubbery. I've had a lot of fun here. My only complaint is a certain server's attitude. My boyfriend and I have been to List on three different occasions over the last few months and have always had the same server, young, really cute blonde. She has always done a great job of taking our order and bringing out our food in a timely and staggered fashion so we can enjoy each dish separately but you'll be hard pressed to get a smile or any kind of positive personality out of her. The first time we thought we caught her on a bad night but she's always short, rude and makes you feel uncomfortable. It's just always a bummer to have a good dining experience dampened by a moody server.
(4)Jacqueline T.
Pretty amazing HH priced foods! And quite the selection too :) Very friendly and sociable bartender and service all around. Food arrived quickly after ordering. The only down side? The place is super tiny. But I guess you could call it intimate. I would suggest you go in groups of 4 or smaller. And its an open venue... so if you go in the summer.. its going to be hot hot hot, unless you luck out and get one of the few seats on the tiny patio :)
(4)Whitney L.
This place is phenomenal. Went for happy hour with four friends, and everyone loved their food and drinks! I can't believe what a great happy hour deal they have... $3.99 for house red or white And it's GOOD), and everything on the "food" list is 50% off. I had the amgus burger with fries. Fantastic. It's really popular, so arrive early. It also does get a bit loud since it's such a small space. I'll definitely be going back... Probably a lot. :-)
(4)Joshua J.
We went here last night for my 24th birthday as it had been on my to-go list for a little while now. All about the Happy Hour here (4-6 and 10-close weekdays) where the otherwise pricey food is half price. My buddy, my girlfriend and I definitely didn't fit in with the hip Belltown vibe, super-trendy status, dim red lighting, trip-hop thing going on, which we found completely awesome, people kind of looking us up and down, wondering if our clothes are actually vintage and expensive or something we found at Goodwill, ha, more likely the latter. We fond of not really fitting in... it wasn't like the people were pretentious or anything, but still... The service was friendly, fairly prompt after initially taking a while to get menus. We ordered like 6 or 7 entrees in the course of the celebration, all of which were fabulous, delicate, minus the angus burger which was extremely disappointing. The seared tuna was delicious, if perhaps a touch too seared. The gnocchi was tasty, the truffle sauce was amazing (good for dipping the burger-accompanying fries into, nom nom nom), but in my opinion a bit undercooked even for me, one who thrives on al dente pasta, the consistency was a tad mushy. Still the truffle sauce made it all ok! The pawns were tasty, but nothing special... My girlfriend's cannoli was delicious. I'd like to try the sea bass next time around, sounds good. The food was a solid three, but I give List an extra star because the waitress was kind, offered me birthday wishes, and a complimentary truffle melting cake thing that topped with a fresh blackberry that was absolutely AMAZING!!!!! I'll definitely be back here again after 10!
(4)Robin R.
I've gotta say, this is the BEST food in all of Seattle AND Portland that I have found that was in my price range. I went here for happy hour (thanks to a yelp iphone app) with my partner and we ate to our hearts content (probably 8 dishes) and had a bottle of wine. The bill? $53!!! So cheap. Each dish was outstanding. From the bacon wrapped prawns to the meatballs, it was all excellent. It was fancy and the flavor complex, but not overdone. My only complaint is that the red light is a little dim and ... bizarre, but the HEATED TOILET SEAT in the bathroom let me forget any complaints about the decor.
(5)Stacey W.
Went here about two weeks ago on a rainy cold Seattle night-to my pleasant surprise I went to the bathroom and when I sat down the toliet seat was heated! Never thought I would appreciate something so random, but after being in the wet cold it was nice. We had good service & the spicy meatballs are to die for! Yum yum! $14 bottle of wine on their happy hour menu, went well with the meatballs. One of my favorite Belltown spots for sure!
(5)Rob M.
List is one of my new favorites in Belltown. Well executed, small plates of Italian food from a Chef who knows that America has been bastardizing the cuisine of that country for years. This is a great date spot or a place for a group of friends. Happy hour was outrageous we had 11 plates, 4 bottles of wine, 4 beers, and two cocktails for $150. I suggest the sea bass if they are running it as it was perhaps the best I've ever had. The gnocchi with black truffle cream sauce was prepared perfectly by someone who respects starch compounds and the eggplant parm was subtle and delicious. I have very few criticisms that only come from being the Chef of an Italian joint for a while and aren't really worth mentioning. Go in for happy hour before they change the deal because I'm sure it won't last long.
(5)Jenna M.
Take it from me and my fellow Yelpers before me, this is a great spot to visit for Happy Hour! Its really true, ALL menu items boast a 50% special price and with $14 bottles of wine, you just cannot complain. I went in for a recent get together with friends. The place is small, but the waitress was nice and very accommodating for our group of ten ( we took up about half the restaurant, so thankfully it was not busy). My boyfriend and I ordered the Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream, Calamari and a Mozzarella Arugula salad. Other items on the table included the grilled caesar which looked delicious, the Ahi, the burger, the wild mushroom puree soup. For the price it was great. However, I have to be honest that I am not really impressed by the Bell Town scene, and the modern decor of LIST. Three stars because I would go back for HH with a group or cocktails and snacks with a friends, but otherwise wouldnt make it my destination.
(3)Elbo W.
two words: happy hour (food, wine, and beer specials). the burger and gnocci were good. mussels were alright. the order of calamari that i received was kind of soggy and they too were just alright...the sauce for the calamari was decent. dining area is cozy and not ideal for large groups. i'm anticipating my next trip so i can try some of their other options.
(3)McKenzie C.
I usually love list, great atmosphere, great food. Tonight was a very different story. I showed up with some friends around 3:45pm thinking that happy hour had already started. There were people drinking inside and when we walked in we were abruptly stopped by the bartender and told they were not open yet. Little did we know the bartender had started serving some friends of his before opening but it was not open to the public. About 10 mins later they allowed us to enter. We ordered our food and some beverages and a while later I saw a very highly intoxicated girl being dragged out by a man. My friends and I were so astonished at was going on and at the fact that the bartender nor any of the staff were doing anything about it. People around our table were wondering if they should say something or not. I went up to the bartender and asked if he thought this was ok and if he planned on doing anything about it and he simply walked away without saying anything about it. When our waitress came over and I spoke to her about the situation she said in a very harsh tone that she knew the both of them and that I should just mind my own business. I was so shocked and astonished at this point i asked our waitress if there was a customer feedback from the owner. She said no and asked if there was a complaint I had. When I re-explained why I was so upset, she told me that the bartender had only served their 'friends' one beer and that the girl had showed up like that when she got there and left it at that. I have nothing bad to say about this restaurant except the lacking service I received when I got there and their in ability to an address a situation that was clearly wrong. I am so astonished that this type of behavior would be accepted at an establishment such as this.
(1)Bosule P.
I'm updating to write about Amber.. List's #1 waitress -- probably the best waitress in all of Seattle honestly. I won't say much other than the fact that she's one of the most friendliest, attentive, and kind waitresses I've ever met. I don't know how long she's been at List, because I don't remember her there even a year ago, but ever since she started serving my friends and I (we frequent List at least 2x a week), she's been nothing but amazing. We quickly became "friends" and she treats us as such. That girl is fantastic, and she's the asian with the tattoos. The other girl waitress at List is the complete opposite. Standoff-ish, as one reviewer wrote, which is completely true to her attitude, and NEVER happy... or maybe she just has severe RBF... *shrugs*.
(5)Aprameya R.
I have experienced better. I was a late Sunday dinner and it was not impressive. They were out of most items as it was a busy night. We had: - The Tuna which was utterly bland - The Mushroom soup which lacked salt and was watery - The Salads were okay The service was the only decent thing that night.
(2)Brittany L.
Came right at 9 pm for Thursday night Happy Hour. The restaurant is elegantly decorated and dimly lit. Would be a perfect place for date night! We were pretty underdressed compared to other diners and I think that was a reason the staff kind of brushed us off as we were waiting by the door for several minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. The front half of the restaurant is pretty small so we were within a few feet radius of the bartender as well as a server-- who said nothing to us. There were plenty of tables open as well. Finally that server came to seat us at a table. A table that had been cleared and ready before we walked in but they were *clearly* too busy to seat us then. Anyway she ended up being our waitress and was quite standoffish. We could barely hear her and she did not seem one bit enthused to serve us. Yeah, we look like poor college students (we are), whatever we get it. The three of us shared a bottle of their $15 sangiovese to start. I'm not a wine expert but it was one of my least favorite wines I've ever tried lol. It almost tasted like water! (pls don't kill me, wineos) Then the two boys each ordered a burger, and we had the gnocchi, octopus, and calamari to share. The burgers were good, not great and a little dry. But I came for the gnocchi and it did not disappoint! Perfectly soft and fluffy in texture and a rich, delectable truffle cream sauce. I wish they could make me a giant gnocchi pillow to sleep on. The octopus was also really good. It had a nice char that gave the pieces a beautiful smoky flavor that paired well with the salad underneath it. The calamari was very average. I would come back for 10 plates of gnocchi and octopus and to try their other seafood on the menu!
(3)HourLy L.
Came for happy hour and I'm glad we did! They ran out of the gnocchi and calamari which was why I wanted to try this place but the other foods were good too! Yay: -Spicy meatballs: this has a kick but it was good. Super moist and tender. Only came with 2 but it was bigger than expected. This was my fave! -Seabass: another great dish! Super fresh, flaky and delicate. Would definitely come back for this! -Clams: this too was good. Soak the bread in the broth! Other: -Bacon wrapped prawns: I know it's weird because bacon makes everything better, but not this. It was a little much so it made the dish very salty. Prawns were good after I took the bacon off lol the beans it came with definitely help cut the saltiness.
(4)Hang T.
Yes, the gnocchi is on point here! Delicious! I would say the black truffle one is the best dish they have here. My girlfriends and I went here on a Monday night. Thank god we did because they had happy hour all night there. We were able to sample a lot of the dishes and only pay for half! Awesomeness! There was a 30 minute wait though so be prepared. Besides the gnocchi, we tried the following: spicy meatballs - lives up to the name. Very spicy. Watch out. The first bite was good, but the spiciness lingers. sea bass - perfectly cooked, but I'm not a fan of beans. bacon wrapped prawns - bacon was too crispy, but the prawn was cooked perfectly. octopus salad - Very good! especially with the vinaigrette. We had no real complaints with the service. The food came quick and the service was prompt. If you want something a little different, you should really try this place.
(4)Marje B.
Great Little Place for Happy Hour!!! Fridays the have half price on the food list. We tried several thing on the menu. -Gnoochi with black truffle cream yum must try! -Seared Ahi tuna (the tuna cooked to perfection) -Bacon wrapped prawns (anything in bacon yummmy) -Lettuce goat cheese and pear salad (we needed some greens) but also was delightful. This restaurant is modern, small not too many tables, located in Belltown. All in all everything tasted delish!!! Service was great and fast.
(4)Mitchell Y.
Spicy meatballs, gnocchi rose, chocolate torino, Shirley Temple with lime. Came here during happy hour after a long day at a conference. Sat at the bar and had no problem getting service. In fact, the bartender was very attentive even though the bar filled up quickly. Seeing as I still had work to do that night, I started with a shirley temple. Much to my surprise they used lime instead of orange, but it worked! May have to start asking for this at other places. I ordered the spicy meatballs and gnocchi rose. The meatballs were definitely spicy. Unfortunately it overpowered the meat, so it felt like eating some sort of spiceball. But at happy hour prices, who can complain? The gnocchi rose was excellent. Perfect little potato pasta purses and the sauce complemented them wonderfully. It was one of the better pasta dishes I've had in a long while. The parmesan they serve with it was just right too. I finished with the bartender's recommendation of the chocolate torino and wow was it great. Gooey in the middle, cakey on the outside. Every meal should end so well. I don't know when I'll be in Seattle again, but I'll be sure to look up List.
(4)Steph D.
You. Must. Go. Here. It doesn't have such a high rating for nothing. We came here on a Thursday with 7 people and only waited about 30 mins. Their tables only technically 6 seat six but they made an exception. We ordered the truffle gnocchi. 3 times. It was that good. Spicy meatball had a great kick. Flat bread with the feta cheese was superb. Cannelloni had the BEST cheese inside. Calamari, octopus salad, and pear salad all very solid, can't-go-wrong choices. It's a very small, intimate joint so would be a fun date spot. On the other hand, having a big group to eat multiple dishes with makes it more fun. Try the barbera wine! A bottle is only 36$ which is pretty cheap and it pairs well with the gnocchi. Highly, highly recommended. I would come back here everyday if I could.
(5)Debbie O.
List has Happy Hour all day on Sundays and Mondays, so it was clearly the obvious choice for an early dinner on Sunday. Although we were only in Seattle for 3 nights, we hit at least 5 Happy Hours during the whole trip. It definitely helps when HH is offered left and right. Man, I love Seattle. HH at List is also offered Tues-Thurs from 4-6:30pm and 9pm-midnight. Fri-Sat from 4-6:30pm. All items on the "Food List" is half off, and you can get a bottle of wine for $15! From the "Food List", we ordered the Grilled Octopus Salad ($7 HH price), Handmade Gnocchi ($7), Spicy Meatballs ($4.50), Pan roasted chicken ($5.50), Bacon Wrapped Prawns ($7.50), and Arugula Salad with fresh mozzarella ($5). Most of these dishes came in entree style portions. I was expecting tapa plates, but portions are large. The best dish was the Handmade Gnocchi with black truffle cream. The gnocchi tasted so fresh an absolutely buttery and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The truffle flavor was strong, and it was just a very decadent pasta dish. The spicy meatballs and bacon wrapped prawns were also a favorite. The restaurant is very dark and suitable for dates, but I'd definitely try to return the next chance I get!
(4)Randy F.
It's a testament to how awesome Belltown is that List is only one among several establishments that you can choose to frequent in this great neighborhood. It's a dimly lit and tiny space but you can sit at the bar counter or wait for one of their small tables to turn over. List is a food and wine bar and their claim to fame is probably their awesome happy hour menu that is active for the whole day on both Sunday and Monday. Their popular food items are all half off that day and the on tap drinks are discounted as well. We stopped here after a filling meal of raw fish at Shiro's and decided it was time to up both the cocktail and cooked dish quota. List was the perfect stop. Our orders: X-rated Tini - $10. None of the cocktail drinks are discounted for Happy Hour, but they're strong and delicious. A good start. Gnocchi with Black Truffle Cream - one of their signature dishes and the dish is as good as advertised. The black truffle cream sauce is rich and the house made gnocchi pillowy soft and tender. Spicy Meatballs - I debated between the seabass and this dish but wanted something meaty. I love spicy too, but have to admit that they really brought the heat with this dish. The meatballs as well as the sauce have quite a kick and it was a bit too much for my partner in crime. But it's advertised as spicy so no fault there. Just be sure you can handle the heat, because it's the real deal. Overall, List was a great second stop for us. The food was stellar and came out quickly and the cocktail drinks in particularly were all tasty and delicious. I love places like this. Perfect for date night stop #2. List accepts credit cards, including American Express.
(5)Amy P.
I have been impressed so far with my restaurant experiences in Seattle. I came in for dinner by myself and the staff at list were extremely friendly. The service was attentive and the food was good. I liked the goat cheese on the "frites." Thank you for making my first night during my first visit to Seattle pleasant and enjoyable.
(5)May L.
Came here on a Sunday night and it was 1/2 off food all day! We were able to get 4 different dishes and 2 glasses of wine for around $50! How awesome is that! The dishes we ordered: Bacon wrapped Prawns Grilled Chicken Fried Calamari Chilean Sea Bass All of the dishes were good! Service was speedy and the restaurant had a good vibe.
(4)Dexter C.
Two words: Happy Hour. Half off on most dishes and select drinks. I have to admit I was initially put off by List. When we first went in, we were made to stand without any indications of what the wait would be or any affirmation that we would be considered for seating. It wasn't until a table opened up that we were waved in. Thankfully service vastly improved once we were seated. The servers were quick and attentive and our food came pretty quick. As mentioned in other reviews, certain tapas are better than others. Out of the dishes ordered, I was partial to the meatballs, mussels, and oft-mentioned gnocchi. Everything totaled to about $45, pretty good as it included food and drink. One minor quip that I had was the the seating in conjunction with the noise level. It doesn't consistently work. As a tapas bar it is expected that the noise level would approach the higher spectrum, and this is where List's small restaurant size is a bit of a con. I was seated at one of the tables for two, and hearing one another was difficult. Other tables that seated patrons next to one another or those at the bar had a far easier time conversing. Understandably it's difficult to appease everyone, but the ambiance presents an intimate setting despite it being hard to maintain it. Regardless it did not take away from my overall experience, and I would recommend List for those hankering for some tapas without the worry of a post-meal bill killing your food high.
(4)Jessica P R.
I was really impressed with this place. The service was spectacular, food was good, and so was the wine. The servers went out of their way to make me feel welcome and answer any questions I had. They were obviously busy but still took the time to be personable. Was here for happy hour, which is an unbelievable deal. Now even a cheap happy hour can be a bad deal if the food or drinks suck. Not the case at List - I would have happily paid much more than I did. The truffle gnocchi was great. Sizable portion, especially for the price, almost wish it had been smaller. If you're in Seattle, check out List!
(5)kyle t.
probably the best happy hour for food i've ever been too and $15 for a bottle of decent wine is unheard of! Excellent gnocchi, meatballs and cannelloni. lots of choices. I'd go back sooner though if they switched up their menu more often.
(5)Amy Y.
If you want to enjoy a rowdy happy hour with friends, look no further. List has an amazing happy hour with good food and inexpensive wine. I believe the food is half price during happy hour, and the wine is $15/bottle. The wait staff is super friendly and sweet, and they have no problem conversing with you when things are a bit slow. I wouldn't necessarily recommend having your first date there because it does get dark and loud as the evening and alcohol intake progress, but if your aim is to hang out with buddies while gnoshing on yummy calamari and gnocchi, hit up List.
(5)Marc S.
It was our last night in town and our friend suggested we try this place out before we leave. It was a Monday night, and to our surprise, it was happy hour all day. There were 5 of us and when we arrived, there was a short wait but we were able to order drinks while we waited for our table. They had wine specials for $14 a bottle, so we opted to order a bottle for our group. Shortly after we were seated, and were presented with menus. Our server was very knowledgeable regarding the menu and she suggested a couple of items to order. We decided to go with the gnocchi, bacon wrapped prawn, spicy meatballs and the clams. Everything was tapas style so we made sure to order 2 of the most popular dishes, according to our server, which was the gnocchi and the meatballs. Everything we ordered came out to perfection. The gnocchi were perfectly cooked, the spicy meatballs had a nice kick to them and the bacon wrapped prawn were just heaven. We decided to end the night with some dessert. It was a chocolate cake with vanilla bean ice cream. I'm not a chocolate lover myself, but the cake was very moist and light. Overall, I loved the ambiance of the restaurant. It seemed like it would be a romantic date spot. The service was unsurpassed and the food was spot on.
(5)Joanne L.
Great happy hour deals. Half off on appetizers. The house red was one of the worse I've had. It's an Italian red, super dry and no decanting could save this poor glass. Some of my favorite happy hour dishes: Sea bass and spicy meatball was good. The sea bass was very moist and was the highlight of the night. The meatball was also very flavorful and had a good consistency to it. It had a good spicy kick to it. The gnocchi was a big miss. It was too soft and mushy and lacked texture. Overall, this is a good place to come for some happy hour nibbles. Come early as this place gets packed.
(3)Jackie Hien P.
Food quality was good, portions were good (with happy hour pricing) and prices were good (with happy hour pricing). Came here on Sunday night to hang out and enjoy a night out with friends. Unluckily, the air conditioning was out of order but the bartender kept our ice waters stocked very well. Overall, staff was very nice and the food was tasty. The truffle gnocchi in particular was good and their steak frites was ok. Their ahi tuna is something I probably wouldn't order again. It was just blah. Decor is very nice for a Seattle bar. It was pretty modern. We sat at the bar and had a great time. I would recommend this place but make sure you catch their happy hour otherwise the price to full ratio is a bit lower than desired. Food I would rate at Applebee's level. Nothing super great but nothing terribly wrong.
(4)Noyonima H.
One of my favorite places to eat on a Sunday or Monday night during happy hour. Highlights: - ambience - happy servers - romantic - black truffle gnocchi - pear salad - EVERYTHING. Yes I am a fan. I have been back consistently and received the same experience every time, which is usually how long I wait to rate restaurants. Also brought friends here and have enjoyed it every time. Thanks List! :)
(5)Chanica V.
This place is a must during happy hour. I came around 9:30 p.m. on a Tuesday night, and the place was pretty packed. It's small too, so I don't suggest coming here with parties larger than four. We walked in and were greeted by two really nice waitresses. There were basically two waitresses, a bartender, a bus boy, and the kitchen staff in the restaurant. It's a small, intimate place that's pretty dim because it's mainly lit by small candles on the tables. I really liked the food. I strongly suggest just coming during happy hour because it's really pricey. Dishes run from about $13-16 and happy hour makes it 50% off certain dishes. It still is pretty costly after happy hour because the portions are tiny. We ordered the gnoche with truffle cream, the prawns wrapped in bacon, and the seared sea bass. The gnoche was one of the best dishes. It's potato pasta that has a perfectly creamy truffle sauce with it. The only downside is that it comes with no meat, just pasta so it tastes a little bland, and it's a really heavy dish because of the cream. We ordered the seared fish after finding out that it had no meat, but those two dishes didn't go well together. The seared fish was delicious and fresh topped over a red rice with kale and beans on the side. The prawns in bacon was really burnt. I had to peal off all of the bacon because it was burnt black so it wasn't that good, but the prawns were juicy and plump. The original price was $15 and it only comes with four pieces, so I really suggest coming during happy hour to try that dish. During happy hour, certain beer is $3.75 and red and white wine are $3.99. What stood out to me was the customer service here. The staff here is all great. Every one of them was really attentive, friendly, and helpful.Be sure to check this place out!
(5)Kari O.
We've heard good things about this place! We had to try it! And to our surprise - it was happy hour ALL DAY. We came on a sunday and i believe their happy hour is Sunday and Monday all day. Totally worth it considering most of their menu items run from about 10-15 bucks. Our bill only came out to be like 28 dollars. STEAL! -Homemade gnocchi with black truffle cream : My favorite dish of the night~ Soft gnocchi with a truffle cream sauce with actual chunks of truffle. Perfecto! -Sea salt and pepper calamari : Average calamari. The dipping sauce was really watered down. -Grilled Chilean Seabass : SO GOOD! Glad we added this dish on! Perfectly cooked - with a crispy skin! It was on a bed of tomato barley? Not sure exactly what it was but it complimented the seabass perfectly! -Wild mushroom soup : This was probably the most disappointing dish of the night. It was SUPER watered down which made me not even want to eat the rest of it. Maybe it was because we can during happy hour so they gave us half the soup for half the price. If it's your first time and just want to try some of their dishes to gauge the quality - i would say come on a sunday or monday. Service was great but they ran out of bread even when we got there around 5:30.
(4)Sarah S.
The happy hour is a steal! Get there right when it starts so you can get a table! Drinks are heavily discounted and a lot of the food items are half off! You can find the full happy hour description on their website. The waitress informed us that happy hour items are a little smaller than they are at regular price but I found them to be decently sized. We arrived at 4:30 pm on a Saturday (Heck yes, happy hour is on Saturday too!) with a party of 5 and we were seated right away. Note: You must be 21 to enter this restaurant. The decor/vibe is like an upscale bar, with loud-ish but not obnoxious music playing. Initially, my parents were concerned that I took them to a bar for an early dinner, but as soon as we started eating all worries that their daughter is a possible alcoholic dissipated and we all chowed down. The gnocchi in truffle cream is all over the reviews and for good reason. It's fantastic. The ahi tuna is very fresh and worth a try as well. Only thing was, service was a bit.. uncomfortable. Our waitress didn't seem particularly enthused about her job. I was kinda scared of her because any time I would ask for something I think I annoyed her. In her defense, I think she may have been the only waitress working at that time. It's a small place but it was busy. Well, the food was great. I'd definitely go again the next time I'm in Seattle!
(4)Shana G.
Gnocchi? Gno thanks! Contrary to the other reviews, I did not like the gnocchi in black truffle cream. The sauce was just too overpoweringly umami. I didn't know that was possible. Perhaps black truffle isn't my thing. Also ordered was the grilled sea bass and pan roasted chicken. Both a little underwhelming. Not horrible, but not anything to rave about. I can't decide if this place is overrated or if i simply ordered the wrong things. I went during happy hour, which is a pretty good deal. All "Food List" items half off and cheap house wine and draft beer options. For this alone, I may return before I write this place off completely. My experience as a whole was neither bad nor great. "A" for effort. Throwing in a couple stars for price, atmosphere, and potential.
(2)Lucy W.
Service is terrible. The server has no concept of customer consideration. We are a group of 6 and have been waiting for two hours, but the server has no way of managing the tables. He would seat groups of 4 or 2 as they finish and leave and never managed for seating for group of 6. It's true the food is amazing, but this is a place I would not recommend for service, especially if you have a large group.
(1)Jason C.
One of my favorite Happy Hour spots! Great food and even better $15 bottles of wine. It can get busy after 5 so go early. Only bad thing about this places is that on a hot day, the back of the restaurant gets way to hot like a sauna! My red wine needed icing!
(4)Mike K.
I love this place for its happy hour food offerings. It's 21+ yr old only. High dollar items prepared well at an incredible price. I got the octopus salad and sea bass, both done really well. Shouldn't miss this place if visiting Seattle.
(5)Ron M.
One of my favorite all-time happy hour places! If you haven't been there - GO! Just remember to try and get there early for happy hour because seating is at a premium because it is a small place. My basic list for List: Seared Ahi Tuna (w/honey ginger sauce) $13 Gnocchi (w/black truffle cream) $11 Mussels $12 Sea Salt and Pepper Calamari $9 Eggplant Parmigiana $9 Bacon Wrapped Wild Florida Prawns $13 Roasted Onion Chicken (w/seasonal mushrooms) $10 Cannelloni (w/spinach and ricotta) $8 See those prices? Take 50% when dining during happy hour*! Of course I do like to wash it down with some fresh brew for $2.95 a pint! Don't ignore the Featured List (prices are not reduced for happy hour) - there is some tasty stuff there, too! Any questions? Wow, for real? Word, dude! | | \O/ O | / | \ / \ / \ ____________________________________ * Happy Hour: Sunday/Monday ALL DAY! Tuesday -Thursday 16:00 - 18:30 / 21:00 - 24:00 Friday/Saturday 16:00 - 18:30 Yes, I prefer 24 hour time!
(5)Sandeep R.
Perfect ambience for a pleasant Saturday night dinner with friends ... The noise level was just about right making everyone audible at the table and the service was wonderful as well .. I'd recommend the Gnocchi for anyone whose not been here before I'm a fan !!
(4)Jennie Y.
Great portion sizes for the $$ and for small plates!! Food: 4.5 Service: 5 Ambiance: 5 Food: X-rated Tini cocktails (5), Pheasant with gnocchi (5), calamari with beans (4), meatballs (5), ahi tuna on lentils (4.5), clams (4.5) and complimentary bread. Like I said, amazing portion sizes... We were stuffed!! Service: Our girl was amazing. So helpful and friendly. She busted out her iphone to help us find our next location for the night. Ambiance: Cozy space, very dimly lit - not the best for foodie pics ;) loved the shabby chic decor.
(5)Beth I.
List is so good I make it a point to get down there every time I'm in town (a few times a year). I live across the ocean in Hawaii and List is one of those places and happy hours I often dream of. Not only is the food, service, and ambiance spot on, the happy hour is a great deal. This is a place that's great to meet with friends to start off an evening of partying or enjoy a mellow romantic evening. Intimate, classy, and comfortable. For the food, I will swim, hell or high-water, across the ocean for their gnocchi. There are several sauces for these dumplings, but I think the pesto creme with truffle oil is the best. Pair it with the spicy meatballs and be prepared for a mouthgasm. Also don't miss the Chilean sea bass on the HH menu and the deals on wine. The salads are also all wonderful. This has certainly been on my "do not miss" list for places in Seattle and it has always impressed me time and again over the past few years. Can't wait to be back soon!
(5)Chelsea L.
Best happy hour food. The food is unbelievable and with the happy hour (? to 6:30)it's half off which is incredible. We had the calamari, ahi tuna, pear and goat cheese salad, and the spinach and ricotta cannelloni. All were so delicious, especially the tuna and the salad. I will definitely be back to try the entirety of the menu. Our beers were not that great but the food is the shining star. The service was the attitudey woman that seems to be the norm around Seattle. The ambiance inside is kinda intimate, there is some outdoor seating. The noise level was way higher than I would've expected or wanted, I had a sore throat from shouting my conversation.
(5)Jason T.
At 5pm on a Friday, this place is PACKED, and I don't get it. Although the HH menu teased quite a few sharable dishes at half off and wine and beer at $5 a glass, the food served was not impressive at all. Everything from the pair of large meatballs to the highly raved gnocchi felt quite unsalted and bland. The topping on the flatbread was heavy and filling, but there was too much bread and too much chewiness to it for it to be good. I do have to say that we had an AMAZING waitress who had a huge smile on her face every time she visited our table, so that was nice. And at $5 for a glass of wine or beer, this might just be the place to start your weekend - you just have to get here early enough to get in.
(3)Addie R.
Atmosphere It's a small spot, very intricate, dimly lit, candles, and a cool, red-glow bar. The back walls are lined with mirrors, which make it look bigger than it is and also confused me - I probably would have walked right into the mirror if I hadn't realized just in the nick of time. It's a great date spot, definitely the kind of place you'd want to go to get cozy with someone. Food Other than the old reliable Chateau Ste Michelle, we had the gnocchi with black truffle cream and the bacon wrapped prawns. I loved the gnocchi; really well cooked and not overpowering flavor. Just a steady bite after bite chewy-creamy-truffly taste. The prawns were not good, they were a bit burnt on one side and just tasted off. Not sure what that was about. I wanted to order the chocolate torte with gelato dessert but they were out of it. Prices We went during the later happy hour, from 9 pm to midnight. Everything on the food list page is half price and their HOUSE white and red wines are about $4 a glass. I did not realize it was the house wines only at that price, because I ordered a different white and was surprised when I saw the bill. So just be aware of what you are ordering during the happy hour and whether you actually get the discount for that. Not their fault on that one - I shouldn't have assumed. Overall strong 4
(4)Jenn T.
Came here for a late night snack. They took a while to accommodate a large party but we got seated. They have a pretty yummy looking menu. We got gnocchi and bacon wrapped shrimp just to fill our bellies. The gnocchi was SUPER delicious, had tons of flavor and was great consistency. It was so good, I wanted more more more! The shrimp was decent, well flavored but a little pricey. Overall the place was really nice, I bet everything else tastes good too! The service was good, quick with our orders. Recommed checking this place out!
(4)Jay J.
The restaurant has a small menu to start and then they were out of two of their main dishes (gnocchi and calamari). We were made aware of this after the 45 minute wait for a seat (we were told 20) and then sitting unserved for another 10 minutes. The food they did have was good and the prices reasonable, which saves them from a worse rating. It is a tapas place, so serving size is in line with what we expected. They were woefully understaffed so the service was really poor start to finish. The 2 servers on staff were giving it all they had, but just couldn't keep up with a restaurant full of patrons.
(3)Moses G.
My fiancee and I were really looking forward to trying List based on all the positive reviews. Unfortunately, we were disappointed all around. Yes, the happy hour offers cheap prices on food, wine, and beer. But I felt like our experience was yet another testament to that old adage, "You get what you pay for." We both felt afterward that we would rather go elsewhere and pay more for better food and wine. We showed up at 6:10pm on a Friday. The bartender told us all the tables were full. We asked if we still would be able to take advantage of happy hour (ending at 6:30pm), and he shrugged and said he wasn't sure--depended on when the tables opened up, might be 15 or 20 minutes. Bummer if it doesn't work out. We asked if we could order from the bar then. "Oh yeah, sure." Couldn't be bothered to tell us that, though? And, oh, look at that--here are two seats open at the bar right now. So--poor service to start. Rather than a "let me see how I can help you" attitude, the bartender instead gave off an "I really couldn't care less" attitude. To be fair, a table opened up soon after that, however, and when we moved to it we got good service from our waitress. We then ordered five dishes from the happy hour menu and a bottle of the happy hour red wine (an Italian red--I want to say Sangiovese?). The wine came first. It was awful. Really harsh and sour. So not off to a great start. Then came the dishes: 1. Gnocchi: soft and pillowy. Not the best I've ever had but pretty good. 2. Seared ahi tuna: just didn't taste that fresh. Sort of soft and chewy--didn't seem quite right. Sear was only on one side. 3. Calamari: truly terrible. Probably the worst we've ever had, and it's pretty hard to mess up calamari. The squid itself was leather-tough, and the batter was soggy and chewy--not crisp or crunchy at all. The sauce was nothing worth mentioning either. 4. The pear/gorgonzola salad: nice, fresh greens and tasty dressing. However, presentation seemed lazy. The pear was sliced into three too-large slices (as in whole pear sized) that we had to slice further to make bite sized. And there wasn't enough pear for the amount of greens. The gorgonzola was just glopped on top in a single scoop. We thought it should have been crumbled and tossed prior to serving. The whole thing just seemed kind of "thrown together" without much though given to presentation or proportions. 5. The burger: tasty combination of toppings and soft, warm, chewy bun. However, we ordered it medium and it came extremely well-done (as in almost burnt). The meat was obviously tough and very dry. So, there you have it. Poor attitude to start, terrible wine, one good dish, one decent (but poorly prepared) dish, and three pretty bad dishes (one of which was truly awful). It's not worth that to save a few bucks. Spend the extra money and get something good somewhere else. If we had paid full price here I think we would have been getting into negative star territory. Not sure how this place got so many high star reviews--I guess people really like saving money.
(2)Arie L.
A happy hour serving good tasting quality food . List provides this! I came here with my best friend for an after work affair. We ordered the truffle gnocchi, they were so delicious that the bff kept referring them as "pillows of delight". Generous amounts of truffles in the gnocchi!! We also ordered the sea bass. A good portioned size. Flaky and moist. The other dish we had was the bacon wrapped prawns. The prawns came with tender flavorful beans. A fabulous place in belltown. Happy hour all day Sundays and Mondays.
(5)Janny S.
At first, when I walked in, I thought I was in a sex dungeon. It was dark, with dimly lit candles flickering at each table, mirrors across the wall reflected the red chandeliers that hung from the ceiling, there were attractive people everywhere, I couldn't tell if they were naked or if I was hallucinating from hunger. It was very busy on a Monday due to it being happy hour all day (1/2 price off the food menu). The staff looked stressed out, but still took care of everyone. We waited for about 30 minutes for a table. Our food came out in reverse with the main dishes first and salad and appetizers last! It's alright though because the food is 50% off happy hour all day Sunday and Monday! We had a couple of glasses of wine with this deal! Some of the must trys: Gnocchi with black truffle cream - has tons of truffle flavor, tastes handmade, soft, creamy and melts in your mouth. So tasty. Order one and don't share because you'll want to hog it all up like I did! Ahi Tuna with lentils and kale - warm ahi tuna cooked to perfection, not fishy, tastes fresh, with spicy lentils. Organic tomato salad with Gorgonzola cheese - large enough to share. Local Fresh Mussels with wine broth and crostini - good portions, large mussels, and delicious wine broth when you drip your crostini to mop up the juices. This place is dark and intimate, so you''ll probably hear the people next to you talking. I enjoyed eating here, even though it was happy hour, they did not skimp on the portions.
(4)dare w.
I came here because of a friend's recommendation. When I arrived, I couldn't find the hostess anywhere and stood there for a couple min. Then a bartender was able to sit us. It was a bit weird since it seems like they had two people working the bar and one waitress for the whole restaurant. Even thou the restaurant wasn't big, you need more then one waitress on a busy night. The food itself was mediocre. I expected a lot more taste and flavors for the price point that they were selling the dishes for. Lucky for us we were there during happy hour so it made the cost of mediocre food more bearable. As for the service, the waitress did her best but with so many people it was hard to get her attention. Also I notice that several people would come in and not be met with a staff member. They would stand and just look around to figure out how they could get a table or even what the deal was. Some just ended up leaving. This happened throughout the night. I notice that the staff would see these people but just continue doing what they were doing vs telling them to just hold on or be more welcoming.
(2)Thanh-Thanh N.
This place is good if you're going just for the gnocchi and cheap wine. Then it's great. But everything else is bland and they're so busy you can tell things are reheated and made super fast. For example, Kale under the sea bass and chicken is so soggy. The octopus salad was soooo rubbery and tasteless. Our bacon prawns was so burnt, it was black and we could taste the propane from the grill. The waitress took it off our bill. Lastly, I found hair in my seabasss. The waitress already took the prawns out of our bill do we just let this sly and left in a hurry.
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