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9 Million in Unmarked Bills
Categories: Restaurants Vegetarian Restaurants Gastropubs Vegetarian, Gastropubs
3507 Fremont Pl(between 35th St & 36th St)
Seattle, WA 98103
Neighborhood: Fremont
(206) 632-0880
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 3 pm - 2 am
Sat-Sun 12 pm - 2 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Late Night, Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Ambience:
- Hipster, Trendy, Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Dogs Allowed:
- Yes
Marcy N. said: "One of my favorite breakfast spots! I'm not a vegan but they have gluten free waffles! And pancakes! Oh my!! This is the place to come if you have any of these food restrictions. It's located in Fremont and parking seems to be…" read more »
133 reviews for 9 Million in Unmarked Bills
Review Highlights
"truffle mac and cheese with extra truffle oil."
(in 13 reviews)
"This is a great find for happy hour."
(in 42 reviews)
"The lamb sliders and caprese were outstanding."
(in 10 reviews)
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133 reviews in English
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Review from Matt K.
2/4/2012 1 Check-in Here
While being a cheesy tourist and making my way through all the sights in the area, I stumbled across this place though Yelp and I knew I just had to stop in.
Within 5 minutes, 9 million became my favorite stop during my trip to Seattle. The atmosphere was great, the drink selection is amazing, and the menu is full of must-try items. I highly recommend you order the Old Fashioned to drink, and the White Truffle Mac & Cheese.
The decor is well thought out and quite unique. The bartenders were more along the lines of doctors of mixology.
In my opinion this place should be in any visitors top 5 places to eat/drink in Seattle. -
Review from Doni W.
Seattle, WA
1/23/2012
We decided to mosey in here last night after discovering that Blue Moon was closed for their company holiday party (4 weeks after Christmas... huh). Giving it more of a 3.5 stars rating-- Let's break it down:
The Good: Great brick building and location. Lovely, attentive, accommodating waitress. Uncluttered one page menu with a delicious variety of dinner options. Wide array of vegetarian and vegan options, and the flexibility to make other meals veggie friendly where possible. Decent beers on tap; good music playing in the bar section. Overall a great, low lit, "date-y" dining area with comfortable booths for involved conversations.
The Bad: Unfortunately our burgers, both subbed with black bean patties, were lacking in condiment flavor which was meant to make them stand out as originals (one the ranch burger, the other the BBQ whiskey). The patties were also your standard frozen variety from the grocery store, when for $13 each you'd hope for at least some sort of restaurant-made effort. Fresh toppings and bun made up for some of the burger's lackings, but overall it just felt as if it could all be done much better.
The Ugly: The noise level behind us was pretty ridiculous for about an hour as there was some sort of party of ~20 people in the wrap-around booth in the triangle corner. Things improved greatly after some of the more obnoxious hyena laughers took off.
Summary: For my first visit since this space was the Triangle Lounge, I liked it as a whole and think it has a lot of potential for further growth. Noise levels come and go (it is a bar, after all), and meals can be improved upon. The fact that their menu offered so many wonderful sounding veggie options means that I'll be back to try it again. Hopefully they will have made some improvements by then as well. -
Review from Daniel H.
Concord, CA
1/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
Despite the category, this place does in fact serve non-vegetarian foods! We only came in for appetizers, so a return visit would of course be necessary for the evaluation of a full meal.
That being said, what we did order was pretty tasty. The broccoli and kale appetizer was good, if a little oily. Lots f garlic too, so make sure everyone eats some. The Parmesan truffle fries were also tasty, though I didn't taste much of the advertised truffle. Finally the steak bites were tender and juicy and were complimented by a nice sauce and a supposedly "horsie" aioli. I didn't get much horseradish flavor but what can you do.
Overall a nice place. Decent atmosphere, a good bar, and a good place to watch the game if you like! -
Review from Stephanie M.
Seattle, WA
12/16/2011 4 Check-ins Here
9 Million is my go-to bar for Happy Hour. It's close to where I live and work (Fremont), and so far, I have never been displeased. Their HH is 4-7 everyday, great for the after-work-I-need-alcohol and food-types of people. The menu is spot-on and deserves recognition.
ONLY $5 each: Lamb Sliders, Calamari, Popcorn Shrimp, Tofu, White Truffle mac n cheese, Caesar Salad, Broccoli & Kale, Caprese, Edamame, Crostinis, Parmesan Truffle Fries, and Grilled Asparagus. Fortunately, this menu provides something for all those picky eaters and eaters on a diet, as well as the carnivorous. The drink specials are $1 off wells and drafts; $5 mint juleps and $4 wines.
I have never had issues with finding somewhere to sit whether it's 4:00pm or 6:30pm and the service is great. The atmosphere is quiet, and intimate, but very open. It has personality with the lit-PRESCRIPTIONS sign, pictures of gangsters and gangster drink names, and fun, outgoing staff. This is definitely a place to get together with friends for some fun!Listed in: Yummy in my Tummy, Best Happy Hour
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Review from Bryan R.
1/3/2012
Confession: Never went in because it seemed pretentious. I know. I know.
Reality: The place is really laid back and the people are cool. Intimate with a surprisingly relaxed atmosphere, this place really lights up with the drinks. I heard a talk at a yelp event from Mike, the guy manning the bar, and wow...these guys are mixologists. Their delicious foods are matched by the intricate drinks they offer. Quality and creativity go hand in hand. Hearing some of the stories about how they make some of the flavors alone should be worth making a trip in. So cool. -
Review from Michelle F.
Seattle, WA
12/9/2011
What I Expected:
- snotty attitudes
- pretentious people
OR
- more hipsters than I knew what to do with
OR
- a seriously scary dive in the middle of Fremont.
What I Got:
- phenomenally cozy atmosphere, with awesome lighting and decor
- wonderful bartenders
- awesome, knowledgeable owners
- a fun mix of all kinds of people, in an environment that doesn't reek of one particular "genre" or another
- damn good scotch
- a lovely time
Win, 9 Million, win. -
Review from Bonnie C.
Updated - 12/8/2011
I've been back to 9 Million a few times since my last review and the experience has been mixed but luckily with more good than bad.
I got a chance during a private event to listen to the manager speak about his local collaborations and how he infuses his own vermouth and comes up with cocktails. He's definitely a thoughtful person and a skilled barkeep. The whole staff also dealt with the event very well and brought in great reps from Woodinville Whiskey and Firestone Brewing. The happy hour menu also seems expanded a bit - but it would be great if they set up a late night happy hour too, considering their location.
The bad experience involved being overwhelmed by the whiskey menu and asking for a recommendation from a ditzy waitress - the results were not good.
The menu now has a painstakingly detailed and, I'm told, thoroughly tested tasting guide for each of their vast, vast offerings.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/15/2011
If you want a glass of Macallen 12 year and some garlicy roasted broccolini, you can come on over to… Read more »
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Review from Lisa T.
12/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
What a cool space and place. The name alone piques your interest, and inside you'll find a cool, but casual space with tasty apps and some very inventive drinks. The bartenders are SMART about their craft and super friendly too. This is the place to go for whiskey lovers, but don't fear - you've got other great beer and cocktail choices too.
I'll definitely have to come back and try out more of the food options and drinks - especially during their happy hour! The space is a bit on the cozy side, but I think you can pull off a fairly good sized group in the bar area. -
Review from Jen T.
12/11/2011 1 Check-in Here
Didn't really get to check out the food here. However the drink selection is good and the local whiskey they serve is pretty cool.
I also enjoy the atmosphere and decor of this place. Gave you a dive bar/southern/ old school feel. I definitely want to come back to check out their HH menu & food! -
Review from Nisreen Z.
Seattle, WA
1/5/2012
My fiancé and I went in for happy hour and tried a few things. We ordered the calamari grilled, truffle fries and truffle Mac and cheese. The Mac was tasty. I like the bread crumbs on top. The fries weren't bad. I wasn't too thrilled about the dipping sauce. It was some sort of mayo ketchup which I normally love but this didn't do it. The grilled calamari wasn't bad but it wasn't great either. It would have been better with a lemon to sprinkle on top of the sauce. The calamari itself was fine but the broth had no flavor. We are definitely going back again because the vibe was great. There is more to try on the happy hour menu!
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Review from Trisha F.
11/4/2011
Didn't get a great vibe from this place. There is a lively looking bar area, and we were led to the back. Thankfully there was enough space for my group, but we were pretty neglected by service.
Cocktails are on par with average high prices-- 9-11 per drink. Food is passable. We got a few sweet desserts and edamame.
I doubt I'll return. -
Review from Rich S.
11/5/2011
I was really into this place, and not just for the whiskey. At one point I just looked around (maybe I was a little high), and found myself fascinated with the light fixtures (classic jars suspended from the ceiling) near the triangular part of the joint facing Fremont Street.
I tried the Woodinville whiskey - White Dog - and not knowing what to expect, I found that I enjoyed it. Sharper than smooth, I still liked the taste and was very content sipping at it over conversations with old and new friends. The servers were more than accomodating for our group, and their recommendations were solid.
The appetizers: fried tofu, tempura battered brussel sprouts, savory pizza, truffle fries and mac & cheese were fantastic. This cold and damp night was well spent sipping, sampling and relaxing at 9 million in Unmarked Bills. Next I need to figure out, what's up with that name? -
Review from Paul B.
9/16/2011 1 Check-in Here
As far as late night bar time goes, this place is douche-tastic and super crowded.
I really don't like Fremont. It keeps proving me right with all of its stereotypes. If you wanna get an STD come here. If you wanna pretend like you're on the Jersey Shore come here. If you want an enjoyable time -- might as well take the 10 minute trip down to Ballard.
Saving grace: the ambiance was aight. -
Review from Victoria C.
Seattle, WA
9/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
I'd only come here for happy hour. The prices for happy hour food are great.
My bf and I shared the margherita pizza (NOT on the HH menu) for $14, as well as the truffle mac and cheese and grilled caesar salad, each only $5 for HH.
The pizza was underwhelming. The way I know margherita, it has a red sauce with patches of mozzarella, topped with basil and perhaps tomato. THIS pizza was a soggy, white sauced covered pizza. Kinda weird. Kinda bland.
But the mac and cheese and salad were both delicious! And super cheap for happy hour!
Tip: Don't sit in the corner at the barrel table. The surface is WAY too small for your drinks, water carafe, and food. -
Review from Melissa A.
Seattle, WA
8/26/2011
I've always enjoyed 9 million, since it turned over from the triangle lounge, despite the feeling of not being cool enough every time I walk in. However, last night was probably the last time I'll visit 9 million.
Recently, I've noticed that they've put a sign at the door that says "Please wait to be seated"... so I assume they're trying to go for more of a restaurant feel, which is perfectly fine. Except, when a group of people walk in and they stand and wait by the sign for someone to acknowledge them or, i dunno, a host to seat them, and nothing happens, confusion abounds! Should we wait and see what happens? Should we just go find a place to sit? We stand awkwardly at the entrance for a few minutes and watch a few members of the wait staff pass us, and to our dismay, no one acknowledges us. So, we decide to just go for it and sit down in a booth.
This was a mistake. As we're sitting in the booth a guy comes over and asks us if we'd like to be seated, which is obviously his passive-aggresive way of stating "who the hell do you think you are to just walk into a bar and seat yourself?" I say "Oh, were we supposed to wait? I'm sorry." His reply: "Yeah, I'm the host, but whatever I was going to seat you here anyway." A girl in our party piped in "Well, no one acknowledged us, so we just decided to sit." It's what I wanted to say but didn't have the guts to say, so I was happy when she said it. But apparently that was another mistake we made, because we proceeded to sit at the table for 15 minutes with not a single person giving a damn that we wanted to spend money in their establishment! We just sat, thirsty and annoyed feeling unwelcome and very uncool. We were obviously being given the cold shoulder.
Same girl in our group stops a waitress and asks who's section we're sitting in. She replies that it's not her section but would we like her to get us some drinks. UH, yes. So, we finally got the ball rolling with a waitress that wasn't our own, and after that there were no major snags in the evening.
Except there was no apology for the confusion, or the fact that we were ignored for 15 minutes or the wait for our drinks, and we were chastised for not knowing the rules of their restaurant/bar. I will never understand why bars do this. I know you have business for days and you are very popular, but come on, where's customer service anymore these days? And if you have a "host stand" you should have a host present enough to notice when people walk in and to seat them. And if not, you should hire waitstaff that will acknowledge people when they walk in and get the host!
It was really disappointing and just a waste of time and money. Sorry, 9 mill. Love your food and drinks, but your too cool for school service just sucks! -
Review from Katy H.
Updated - 11/1/2011 2 Check-ins Here
What a turn around. It's always valuable to experience a place more than once to really get a feel for it. I think a lot of business owners might express frustration with reviews because a lot of times people are basing opinions off of one night, one experience, one meal, etc. And you know what? I apologize, 9 Million. I did that to you and I was wrong.
I've come here 3 times now and each time I like this bar more and more. Recently I came with a group of friends and even though the name of the bar was the same, the vibe wasn't. As a fan of a good cocktail, I was stoked to see a HUGE cocktail menu sign featuring specialty drinks that were totally in tune with what I like to drink. I'm a whisky fan and an even bigger fan of prohibition era cocktails. It's awesome when I spot a drink I want, and then another, and another... it forces me to make a decision and I either opt for one and pick a second one to try later, or I say "screw it!" and my wallet and liver pay for that poor decision later. I'd suggest coming here with a good sized group and convincing everyone to order something different. That way you won't get wasted but you can till taste some really great drinks and get and eye for what you'll order when you come back. Because you will come back!
The food was also lovely. More than just a bar to have a great drink in, you can hang out here and enjoy a meal. I'd suggest that if you're more of a low key person, come here earlier or on a week night. If you want to see a PACKED house and have a great, loud time, this is the bar to visit on a Fri-Sat night.Listed in: When I'm OFF the Hill, Good for Groups in Seattle, The Places I Frequent in…, Seattle Nightlife, Best Date Spots in Seattle
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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7/5/2009
I was not a fan of this bar. I guess when I go to Fremont I'm expecting something quite the opposite… Read more »
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Review from Mandy S.
Seattle, WA
7/25/2011
This was the most embarrassing beginning to a night out in my life.
(Sorry, this is probably going to be a bit on the long side, as I want to try and give a fair report.)
A handful of my friends and I got together in Fremont this past Friday evening and decided to check out 9 Million since we'd heard that it was a chill place and had an outdoor area (if you'll recall, Friday evening was pretty nice). We ignored the multiple warnings that in approximately an hour (it was about 8PM) the place would turn into 'douchebag central'. At that moment it was nice and so we ordered a pitcher to split between 4 of us, one of the friends ordered a cocktail and we also split an order of fried shrimp, which was pretty yummy.
We chatted. We wondered where our waitress had gone since we hadn't seen her in quite some time after someone else brought us the food. We waited some more. She finally came out about an hour later and told us we were cut off. First time in my life (and for anyone in my group) that this has ever happened. And doubly curious, as I normally understand being 'cut off' as a warning that you've obviously had too much. As I stated before, 1 pitcher between 4 people does not a drunk person make. We were honestly incredibly confused and tried to inquire about the reasons for this decision. The bouncer then came out to say it was his decision and that was the end of it.
Seeing as how we were in a secluded area of the patio, didn't talk to anyone but the waitress and ourselves and are a genuinely good natured, friendly group, this was mystifying. Some of us had our own conclusions, but the bottom line is that we'll never know why this happened. We went on to explore some other establishments at Fremont and didn't encounter any more problems. 9 Mill, you are dead to me. You embarrassed us for no good reason and you made our friends feel self-conscious. I don't understand. No one needs to be treated that way. -
Review from Marissa S.
Seattle, WA
Apparently the Frat-Sorority business is just a weekend night thing.
The truffle fries are amazing. Even without the parmesan.
I was able to order my broccoli kale sautee with lighter oil...I got to try a sip of Tullamore Dew (all they had left) which then brought me back 2 nights later for 2 portions of that little bit of golden heaven.
Potatoes+Kale+Whiskey makes an Irish girl really happy.
In other words, you complete me.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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6/27/2011
I was told by a friend who knows me well that they have a huge selection of whiskeys. I then checked… Read more »
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Review from Jeff G.
Seattle, WA
12/12/2011
Good food. Happy hour fair is nice. Good selection of whiskeys. The bartender I had both times I went was awesome. Impeccable service. Nice atmosphere.
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Review from jessica c.
Seattle, WA
12/1/2011
mediocre food. even worse service.
i was intrigued by this place, so I went to check it out on a friday night for a late dinner. after we got seated it took forever and a year for the server to arrive. i wasn't impressed with their drink menu - if you're into (expensive) gin drinks it might peak your interest. i ordered the mac n cheese and it was nothing special. my boyfriend had a burger and asked for ketchup... 10 minutes later, nothing. so we asked the busser/host after he got done seating the table behind us and walked by... he said he'd tell our waitress... 5 minutes later, nothing. the waitress finally shows back up to the table and says, "oh i'm sorry i forgot your ketchup, i'll go grab it".... 15 minutes later nothing. she must've completely forgot because she didn't apologize when she brought our check.
they weren't rude, just absent minded and slow. -
Review from Kyle L.
Seattle, WA
9/26/2011
Visited this place for the first time last night. Was captivated by the fun nature, and great service. Karaoke on Sunday's with Jone's is the SHEA! Great place to bring friends and let loose.
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Review from Karim V.
11/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
My friend and I decided to check this place out for lunch and a drink. The reviews sparked my curiosity and the website made it a must-visit. Parking was hell, but there was a market happening (I did not know about the market) so that made sense.
I got there early so I sat at the bar and ordered the Ransom Note, a gin-based drink with Ransom gin, Yazi ginger vodka, whiskey barrel bitters, orange twists, and a neat little cinnamon stick (I feel like every review I write has some reference to alcohol...is that bad?). =) Needless to say, it packed a punch and I liked it. I'm not a whiskey drinker so this drink did me well.
My friend arrived maybe ten minutes later and we ordered food. She ordered the mac n' cheese and I got the havarti cheese burger. The food came pretty quickly and looked gooooood on the plates. I tried a forkful of my friend's mac n' cheese and it was GOOD. White cheddar goodness with truffle oil and bechamel (white sauce). The sauce and cheese were creamy and the noodles were al dente. So many places make mac n' cheese and use a cheese that is too sharp or simply too strong for the dish. 9 Mill's choice of white cheddar with the bechamel is superb.
As for my order, the havarti cheese burger, it was a perfect medium (just as I ordered it). Kobe beef is used for the burgers and it was juicy, thick, filled the bun, and forms a great marriage with the havarti cheese. 9 Mill spreads a little mayonnaise on the bun to add some moisture, something many places tend not to do. I'm someone who prefers the bun be dressed a little and if I want more on it, I can add it, which brings me to the spicy aioli. The aioli was for the fries, but I added it to the burger and it brought some tang and a slight bite that worked for me. The cheese was gooey and hung off the burger. I love it. It must have been a lighter havarti because it wasn't as creamy or heavy as I remember the cheese, but because it was light, it complimented the burger nicely. The tomatoes were juicy and a deep red color, sprinkled with pepper. There was also some red onion so I added a couple of rings on the burger. YUMMY BURGER!
I got the truffle fries with my burger and they were okay. I was more into the burger than anything, so next time I'll add a salad or soup if I get a burger. There was also a DJ spinnin jazz; it was cool, but didn't really fit the place. I also like how the water is kept in tall wine bottles on the bar for easy access.
All in all, 9 Million in Unmarked Bills is a chill spot with two TVs, the feel of a large speakeasy, and decor that makes you forget it's light outside. The bartender is cool...his beard and haircut remind me of Zach Galifianakis and I mean that as a total compliment, plus he has a sense of humor. The drinks are stiff, the food is great, and the staff is nice. I'll definitely be back to check out happy hour cuz I know it has to be good. -
Review from Molly T.
Seattle, WA
1/17/2012
Although I swore against writing complaints on Yelp, I really must for the sake of my own moral salvation. This place has the WORST STAFF I have ever encountered in my life. The bartenders are all male chauvinists with huge beer guts and dirty beards. The waitresses are tattooed and gnarly, but more importantly---beyond their wanna-be hipster/sad alcoholic appearances--- they are all extremely rude, as if they are "beyond" basic kindness. I noticed the two men who were apparently the manager and the owner: the manager was schmoozing with people in an really artificial way, he had slicked back hair like a car salesman, and the tragic owner was blatantly DRUNK during lunchtime, sitting at the bar with his equally drunk friends, it made my stomach feel sick to watch them shovel alcohol down their throats THAT early in the day, I could barely finish the overpriced crap that they call food. The name itself is reason enough to ignore this pretentious hell hole. I know, it's JUST a restaurant, it's JUST cheap food, they're are just ordinary a$$holes and at the end of the day--- but yelp exists so that bad people who own bad restaurants can at least be aware of their problems.
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Review from Christina E.
Seattle, WA
7/23/2011
I joined four friends here for my first time and was told to leave the bar after one drink. And we were very sober! They refused to give us a reason why they wanted to cut us off.
When I'm not given reasons I tend to come to conclusions that may be unwarranted and I couldn't help think that our group wasn't the clientele they are wanting at their establishment. Funny thing is I was told I wouldn't want to be there past 10pm anyway since it gets real douchey.
I wanted to edit this review because I got a nice email back from the manager. I'm not going to return but it wasn't him who cut us off but his staff. And if I can't have fun at your establishment while sober then what were we supposed to do? -
Review from Sovannary O.
Seattle, WA
4/23/2011
Crowded and Douchy, but a very cute place. Loving the speak easy theme.
Eh, I dont think I'd come here again unless I had to. -
Review from Jake G.
Seattle, WA
7/27/2011
Took a walk over to Fremont from my salon the other day and figured I'd finally give this spot a try. My wife is vegan and I am the furthest thing from it, so after perusing the menu, I found items that we both could enjoy, at Happy Hour prices. We sat out on the patio, and enjoyed the nice afternoon while munching on Lamb Sliders & Mac & Cheese (me) and Grilled Asparagus (my wife). Our 9 month old daughter even enjoyed her cubes of Tofu. :)
The food was even more surpisingly good than I expected and our waitress was friendly and very helpful. For as close as this is to my salon, I"ll definitely be back. Thanks! -
Review from Yiling W.
10/23/2011
I liked their (manly, non-froufrou) drinks, I liked their karaoke bar, and the narrow space means that there are few people to directly heckle you when you, er, sing Ace of Base, "The Sign" with your friends at the top of your lungs. Cool name, can't wait to go back and actually try their food at an hour when decent folk are out and aboot.
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Review from Ashley L.
Seattle, WA
12/29/2011
I've been here three times, and will continue to stop by when I'm in the neighborhood. I love the bar itself, it's a warm atmosphere that makes you feel at ease. The menu shows that they care about food just as much as they do the drinks, and the prices are great! The service has always been good, and I enjoy the outdoor seating area when weather is good.
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Review from Erik M.
3/10/2011 2 Check-ins Here
While it's what I'd consider to be a significant improvement over its former self, I still can't shake the spectre of the Triangle when I'm at $9M. Maybe it's the PRESCRIPTIONS neon (which I'm glad they kept, for the record), or the wonky layout in the triangular space, but upgrades aside it still feels a bit like the Triangle to me.
However, with gastropub grub, respectable whiskey selection, and expertly mixed cocktails, it's managing to set itself apart for the hip-and-moderately-affluent set.
Most recently, I was in for happy hour and enjoyed the parmesan truffle fries and lamb sliders accompanying a few pints of ale. The service was good, the music was at an appropriate volume for the size of the crowd, and the bill at the end didn't sting too much - all in all, a successful happy hour.
But I can't say I am terribly inspired to return anytime soon. It certainly occupies a unique niche in the Fremont scene, but maybe I'm getting too set in my ways because something about $9M just doesn't quite click for me. But that doesn't mean it won't work for you - it's definitely worth checking out for yourself.Listed in: Extra-Ballard Food and Drink
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Review from JR P.
Seattle, WA
4/19/2011 1 Check-in Here
The setup of this bar sucks. The main bar isn't bar, but if you happen to make it to the back and it's crowded...good luck getting out. It bottle-necks severly and it's a pain when there a lot of people. The bathrooms are tiny and I think the bartenders are very slow.
There are plenty of other bars nearby that you'll probably have more fun at. -
Review from Jenny N.
Seattle, WA
Updated - 7/13/2011
Went here back in November 2010 for a friend's birthday. It was a Monday night and a little slower but great to visit and eat some yummy food (the Truffle Fries are amazing!).
Recently went here on a Saturday and it was packed!! It was great--drinks were good, lots of people to chat with and still room to stand around.
This place is worth going to any day of the week.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/9/2010
Went here for a friend's birthday and it was alright. Sure, it was Monday at 10pm, so I'm sure we… Read more »
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Review from Jenny K.
2/28/2011
A cool laid back place with a lounge vibe and great service!
Enjoyed a filling dinner of wasabi grilled cheese and tomato bisque, truffle fries (coated with parmesan cheese) and prawns with polenta.
We had fun asking each other trivia questions that were on cards inside a small basket on the table. The ambiance was romantic (dim lighting, relatively quiet) and all the folks seemed to either be in quiet conversation and/or snuggled up with their dates.
Didn't order from the HH menu this time but seemed to be a good food list. -
Review from Hannah L.
12/18/2010
Just a drizzly, dark, nearly-winter afternoon, sitting writing a few Christmas cards and sipping a drink, ever so often briefly chatting with someone else. Sounds like a nice night in.
Except I was out.
When it comes to bars, I'm a very picky girl. And although I love several bars for several distinct reasons, I have a special place in my heart for any bar where I can relax solo, without being either ignored or chatted up. This is that kind of bar. A long list of specialty drinks on a big chalkboard, a friendly informal Fremont feel, and a couple of welcoming bartenders who checked in at all the right times. I'm not a big mixed drink aficionado, but mine was tasty and spicy: vodka, bitters, lemon, a cinnamon stick, among other ingredients. Perfect for a chill evening! I felt right at home, as evidenced by my spreading out letter-pressed cards on the bar and getting to prose work.
Since I usually prefer beer or wine over a cocktail (and none of the beers or wines on offer were ones I love to drink) if I'm in the mood for those I'll probably go elsewhere. But with some time to burn, especially if I'm on my own, I'll certainly stop back in and maybe try one of the happy hour mojitos....
(Oh, and a big plus to the bartender who skillfully dealt with the less-than-informed diner who wanted to know what kind of lamb would be in a lamb slider....Um, GROUND. But he put it much more nicely than I would have!) -
Review from Amanda M.
5/5/2011 1 Check-in Here
** Happy Hour Review **
I love the happy hour here, but I'm not sure I'd return for late-night. The tables are set up in a cozy way that I imagine fill up really quickly as the night picks up. For happy hour with a few friends, though, it's a great spot if you snag the big booth upstairs or one of the several tables in the main bar.
The HH food menu is $5 for an assortment of "small" plates - I use quotation marks because the truffle mac 'n cheese was quite hefty! Though not my favorite M&C in Seattle, it tasted good and was a great value. The lamb sliders were also a big hit at our table. The regular food menu is also quite reasonably priced and there are some things not on the HH menu that look interesting (like the beef burgers, which sound delicious!). I haven't yet ventured off the HH menu, though, so I can't vouch for it.
Microbrews are $1 off during HH. Other drink specials include $4 glass of wine, $5 mojitos, $3.50 well drinks, and $2 PBR.
HH runs 4-7pm, 7 days/week. -
Review from Vanessa J.
Seattle, WA
12/7/2010 1 Check-in Here
I crawled in here on a rainy Sunday afternoon with a friend, on a whim because it is near the Fremont Market. It was pretty empty at 1:30 in the afternoon, but they were staffed, had a ballgame on, and the mac and cheese was ready in minutes. I also had a bourbon, which was a nicely generous pour.
The 3 stars is not to indicate anything was wrong, it wasn't, but it's just like the rating implies: it was A-ok. Not too clean, but not "dirty." Not delicious food, but satisfying and unobjectionable. -
Review from Lily S.
12/20/2010 1 Check-in Here
I don't normally like places like 9 Mill in Unmarked Bills...or what used to be The Triangle, b/c it's chock full of frat boys and girls I'd like to choke out.
However, on midday Saturday, this bar did us right!
The Santas came in off the streets of Fremont and ordered many a drink and some food as well and every single one of the servers were a) charming, b) lightning quick to make sure we were taken care of, and c) courteous! Who knew? I sure didn't!
They also pour a great bloody mary, which is HUGE in my book, PLUS let us play Santa twister! Wow. WOW.
So thank you, 9-Million-in-Unmarked-Bills-longest-name-ever-for- a-bar-in-Fremont, from the deepest cockles of this Santa's heart. You have a somewhat of a fan. -
Review from Mel O.
2/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
Karaoke sundays!!! hell yah, i'm game!
Went here for my friends 22nd b-day last sunday. i may have also went here during santarchy/santicon....hard to say...it's all a big red blur....i vaguely remember "presciption" neon above the bar...*shrugs*
this time quite different. I came here with my friend for her 22nd birthday. during the time i was there i stayed almost completely sober, we got food and my friend acted obnoxious birthday brat. she kept yelling that it was her birthday....and making the karaoke dj announce it over the PA system. it was her birthday...she can do what she wants.
the dj obliged, the bartender(who katie made me go ask if he was single...is not...and still left a love not/number for) and waitress were more then nice about it...they gave her a birthday drink and didn't get annoyed...or were really good at hiding it...those people are saints for their accommodations to katie's crazy.
i ordered the black bean burger(vegan...no cheese) with a side salad. the burger was some serious nommage. it was HUGE....i ate about a third of it there and the rest of it a few hours later after a house show. katie got a pasta dish which looked amazing(trying it next time if it's vegan compatible). all in all, this place is legit.Listed in: boozy jacoozy
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Review from Amy U.
San Diego, CA
1/7/2011
The WORST service I have ever experienced!! It was shocking how bad it was....the worst bartender ever. I don't know what this guys problem was, but he had an attitude from the start.
The place was pretty dead when we got there, there were 6 of us total. You would think you would be a bit more welcoming when 6 people walk in ready to spend money. We ordered tons of food and a few rounds of drinks and he complained and muffled under his breath every time. It was just weird. It ended when he started cussing at us when we ordered some shots. Fine, you don't want our $50 bucks for that round?? We're outta here!!
The only reason I would go back to this place would be to throw something in that bartender's face! -
Review from Lesley D.
4/17/2011
Popped into this place for a beer and I instantly liked the vibe. They have a really good selection of beers on tap and an even better selection of the hard stuff. I didn't try any of the food, but I will definitely be back!
Pros:
Fun/unique decor
TVs for sports watching
Nice bartenders
TABLE TOP Ms. PAC-MAN (need I say more?!)
Cons:
Parking
It can get pretty crowded -
Review from Kat T.
Seattle, WA
12/20/2010
The new name is simply ridiculous! Just call it the Old Triangle Bar like the rest of us do.
This review is for Sunday night Karaoke. Awesome fun if you bring the right crowd. And well... I just happen to have the right crowd for nearly every occasion so there's that.
I like the decor at the Old Triangle Bar. I sampled some yummy food and was served a delicious cocktail by an equally delicious bartender.
I haven't karaoked in... Jesus... I don't know how long. But last night Leonard the Karaoke guy served it up royal at the Old Triangle Bar.
WARNING: If you see the next song on the list is going to be Gin & Juice and some vanilla ice wanna be steps to the mic, DO NOT FREAK OUT when he starts to spit the most misogynistic lyrics you've ever heard and disrespects the best MC in the West Coast hip hop scene Cordozar Calvin Broadus a.k.a. Snoop Dogg by bastardizing a classic rap with straight up CRAP! Just shout "YOU SUCK" or "SORRY ABOUT YOUR PENCIL DICK" and put your fingers in your ears until the next song comes on.
And please be sure to sing from your seat no matter who is holding the mic.
