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Founders Club - Founders Club, Seattle, WA

Founders Club

4.6
4.6
323 Reviews
$50 and over
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
A limited number of reservations are available.. Walk-in seating is encouraged on a first-come, first-served basis.
For parties of 8 or more & private event inquiries please contact us at olympic@Fairmont.com.

Founders Club, an intimate spirit drinker’s enclave, showcases unique and sought-after bottles for the connoisseurs and adventurous drinkers alike. With a secluded and serene social club feel, Founders Club is poised to deliver an all-new, exclusive Seattle experience.

An exquisite spirits collection selected by our expert beverage team is supported by a menu of classically inspired innovative and elegant cocktails. The meticulous craftsmanship and the purity of refined flavor will indulge your sense of curiosity.

Food service is not available in Founder's Club, but Fairmont Olympic Hotel is pleased to offer diverse menus in The George, Olympic Bar, and Shuckers.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (206) 621-1700
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    For larger gatherings, consider a Partial Buyout accommodating 9-15 guests, or go all out with a Full Buyout, perfect for groups of up to 35 guests. Immerse yourself in the exclusive ambiance of our bar, where each reservation option ensures a unique and memorable experience tailored to your group's size and preferences.

What 323 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Romantic

  • Seattle

    Best Ambience

  • Seattle

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founders Club offers an enchanting speakeasy experience with a "very cool and classy" atmosphere. Guests praise the "fantastic" staff and "amazing" drinks, especially the unique "speciality cocktail menu." While some find it "pricy," the intimate setting and top-notch service make it perfect for special occasions.

323 Reviews
  1. Bruce

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Bartenders are extremely knowledgeable and execute perfectly. They create interesting new drinks. Service is attentive but not intrusive. Dim lighting and low noise level, plush seating and den like ambiance make for a calm, relaxing experience. Nuts are high quality. Small plates on Friday (would be nice if they offered them more frequently). Quality alcohol that is difficult to find elsewhere. I visit Seattle once each month and always try to stop by. But make reservations in advance: sometimes I wait and can't get a reservation

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  2. Scott

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First “Speak Easy”, didn’t disappoint. All staff acted professional and knowledgeable.

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  3. Christy

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The girl at the door was extremely rude. Would not recommend wasting your time. Once inside it’s very bland and boring. The service is terrible

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our favorite stop in Seattle. The bar tenders are friendly and create delicious cocktails while putting on a show. We felt like we were back in the 20s

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  5. Brandilynn

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were amazing and Sue is an excellent mixologist. 100/10.

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  6. Michael

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    25 min wait for a drink is crazy. Not sure I’ll be back until things improve. Thanks for reading

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  7. Ken

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Slow experience. Server charged wrong amount and didn’t adjust even with management.

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  8. Karim

    Vancouver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was slow, did not respond well to a drink we were not satisfied with

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  9. Melisa

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing!! Honey made my night even better thank for her i will definitely go there again 🤩

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  10. Bill

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service in a beautiful setting. Wonderful experience

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FAQs

Founders Club is rated 4.6 stars by 323 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Founders Club

411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101-2519

Additional information

  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (206) 621-1700
  • Private party facilities
    For larger gatherings, consider a Partial Buyout accommodating 9-15 guests, or go all out with a Full Buyout, perfect for groups of up to 35 guests. Immerse yourself in the exclusive ambiance of our bar, where each reservation option ensures a unique and memorable experience tailored to your group's size and preferences.
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