Message from Marcus' Martini Heaven

Voted "Best Martini and After-work bar" by Citysearch.
  • Happy Hour Mon - Sat 4 to 7pm
  • Never a cover charge
  • VIP & private events available

Located in historic Pioneer Square, Marcus' Martini Heaven is one of Seattle's premier destination bars. Locals and tourists alike gather at this dramatic subterranean refuge found in the celebrated Seattle underground. Marcus' Martini Heaven provides an extensive menu of signature martinis and other mixed drinks, as well as a broad selection of beers and other beverages. The business also prides itself on a welcoming menu of appetizers, victuals and makes every effort to incorporate local ingredients. Marcus' Martini Heaven was established in 1997, but has a feel more reminiscent of a speakeasy or classic European watering hole. The interior exudes a warm glow upon the exposed brick and stone and is decorated with exotic aquariums and rotating art from mostly local artists. The setting is one to be absorbed over good conversation and excellent libations.

MarkerMarcus' Martini Heaven

(206) 624-3323

88 Yesler Way
Seattle, WA 98104

Editorial Description by Citysearch
The martini culture thrives at this hip club under the streets of Pioneer Square.
Rated 9.6 out of 10 by Citysearch.
5 Reviews by Citysearch: (read all 20 reviews on Citysearch)

Best Martinis Ever!!! 5 Star Rating - World class

I'm always up for going to new places. I found this place on someone's myspace actually. I invited a bunch of people so I was a little nervous that it wouldn't turn out to be fun. Boy was I wrong! We got there and it started out really quiet. By the time 10 rolled around there was a bunch of people there and the bar was hoppin! The DJ was great and best of all, the martinis were awesome! The next thing I know I was on my fourth one and needless to say I was feeling good. The bartenders were extremely nice and even stepped out from behind the bar and took pictures with us! I definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a good martini and a great time!

Posted 04/15/08 at 8:13pm

Best martinis ever!!! 5 Star Rating - World class

My Best friend and I were on a "girls trip" to Seattle and noticed the bar while we were on the Underground Tour. The tour almost lost us because we are BIG martini fans. When we walked down the stairs into the bar and noticed that one of the best road trip movies (Planes, Trains and Automobiles) was playing on their flat screen. We were just going to stay long enough to get to the pillows scene. Which we did, but after seeing the movie credits while imbibing and chatting with the locals we finally left for a toy shopping tour, we had spoiling to do!

We were greeted by one of the owners who severed us some of best martinis ever!!! He was very personable, we were glad to have found a bar that served excellent drinks w/ a great atmosphere. FYITry the Louisiana Lady, it was a great blend of sweet and sour.mmm!!! We ended the night with them, yes that means we left and came back 3 hours later!

Posted 03/30/08 at 8:24pm

Best Place to Book a Birthday Party 5 Star Rating - World class

Marcus' is a great underground (literally) bar in the less annoying part of Pioneer Square. It's dark, fun, has strong drink, and great DJ's. One reviewer said it was a snowbarder bar. I don't know where he was but that is not and never has been Marcus'. I booked the bar for my 30th and had a great time. I live in LA these days and wanted to do something special for my birthday. Working with the bars party booker Grace I managed to get a sweet spot and great service. I had about 30-40 people come through over the course of the evening and there was much merriment. Everything about the place was top notch all the way down to the DJ. All of my friends from both near and far loved the place and had nothing but good things to say. Thanks Marcus' for making my 30th a special one.

Pros: Great staff, drink, and music
Cons: You'll drink way too much and have too much fun.
Posted 11/19/07 at 5:31pm

top of the line 5 Star Rating - World class

i've never been let down at marcus'. good music, good martini, good art, good people, good service.

hmmm...i've never had food here before, so not sure about that.

i remember one evening my friend was so drunk he left his debit card and the bouncer ran (briefly) after us to give it back - which saved us an hour round trip drive back the next day if he even realized where he left it!! I thought that was pretty awesome, actually...

my highest recommendation...but shhhhh! don't tell anyone about it! it's our little secret!

Posted 09/17/07 at 9:28am

Snowboarder bar? WTF? 3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

Snowboards on the walls, snowboarder dude bartenders, guys in beanie caps and fat chicks. Drinks were bad and expensive, AC/DC, the Doors, The Who positively blasting through the sound system in the empty bar. Ugh. Avoid.

Posted 01/13/07 at 5:38pm