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Founders Club - Founders Club, Seattle, WA

Founders Club

4.5
4.5
341 Reviews
$50 and over
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
  • 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 PrivateDiningSea@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 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (206) 621-1700
  • Website
    http://www.fairmont.com/seattle/
  • 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.

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Founders Club in Seattle offers a unique speakeasy experience with "fantastic" drinks and a "cool ambiance." Guests appreciate the knowledgeable staff and "exceptional" service, although some note slow service during busy times. The hidden bookshelf entrance adds charm, making it a favorite for special occasions. Reservations are recommended.

341 Reviews

  1. Tina

    VIP

    Seattle

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic venue to ring in the New Year, intimate and festive.

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  2. stephanie

    Seattle

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, great drinks, special spot!!! Highly recommend whether you are a seattleite or from out of town!

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  3. Jordan

    Vancouver

    14 reviews

    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Sliders were literally the worst I have ever had. Period. Drinks were ok. Miss the old lobby bar

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  4. TrishH

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful spot for a rainy evening cocktail and bite. Superb staff relaxed w time to tell us of their wonderful offerings.

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  5. Robert

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I find it strange that none of the servers bothered to introduce themselves. Beyond that, service was efficient but a bit aloof, not even sure why. It’s a lounge behind a bookcase. Pricing is about what you would expect at a Fairmont lounge so that much wasn’t a surprise. I just found the whole experience sort of lackluster

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  6. Chris

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The vibe of the place was nice it was supposed to resemble a speakeasy. However no one is at the door to let you in and the prices of the small hors d’oeuvres were astronomical. The food was much better outside in the main lobby but overall it was a nice location

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  7. Laura

    VIP

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was slow and variety of food low. Not fun so we left.

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  8. Tara and Sebastian

    Jackson Hole

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfortunately our experience fell flat. The hostess was not present upon arrival so we stood outside the book shelf for a while before just going in. We were meeting friends who were already inside and they ended up just walking in as well. Server was nice, but it took her a while to greet us and drinks took a good ten minutes. Bar was only half full so it wasn’t overly busy.

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  9. Jamie

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    A fun atmosphere and idea, but it took 40 mins for the cocktails to arrive. Might just do drinks in the hotel lobby next time.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. kasey

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    For a speakeasy, it lacked the The speakeasy. Door was always open. Chairs looked cozy however we not. Pricing was outrageous. Felt like was just in another part of the hotel bar.

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FAQs

Founders Club is rated 4.5 stars by 341 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Founders Club

411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101-2519

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • 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
  • Website
    http://www.fairmont.com/seattle/
  • 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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