Parlor Live

A throw-​back to a time when people were treated as cattle and milked for cash like a dairy cow stuffed with wet twenties.
Seriously, this place is so gross, we needed showers after spending the evening watching comedy at this wretched excuse for a slick nightclub. Plastic tables. Slop for food. Non-​stop offers to join loyalty clubs, buy discount books, and don’t forget… there’s a two drink minimum. A MILLION FUCKING TIMES.
If every visitor spent the evening at this place, the Seattle tourism market would be decimated.
Other than that, the comedians worked really hard and were really funny.

Was there yesterday to see Felipe Esparza and it was great. Our server was awesome and very attentive. The drinks were good. The food was good. We had the gargonzola waffle fries and coconut shrimp. We had VIP tickets so we sat next to the stage. Great experience. We usually go to Bellevue since it’s closer to where I live but Felipe had a few shows in Seattle. It was worth the trip. Definitely will be back if another comedian I like is there.

On Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 4:00 p.m., my parents and I went to Parlor’s bar for happy hour. However, we were deeply disappointed on how we were treated. The servers ignored us completely. After about 15 minutes of waiting to be acknowledged, we left. What makes me most upset about this experience is to watch my disabled dad leave a restaurant shortly after he arrived. He uses a cane and has difficulty navigating areas. It was an effort for him to walk into Parlor and it was an effort for him to leave.
On September 4, 2015, I wrote an E-​mail to the general manager, Ms. Huntley, regarding our experience. I never received a response. Needless to say, we won’t return.

We bought the VIP tickets for an extra $ 10 which got us right next to the stage. Didn’t know about the two drink minimum until after we bought the tickets. They charge $ 4 for water which was lame. Opening acts were funny.

I’m gonna start this out by saying I am an extremely easy going person and I have never in my life called a place to complain about service, but Im unfortunately going to for this place.
The Parlor is really nice and big on the inside, I’ll give them that. If you’re looking for something nice and classier on the inside, this is the place, especially compared to other bars.
We bought our tickets on Living Social a while ago and finally decided to use them. At the door we were told to get our tickets upstairs cuz it would be a quicker wait than going downstairs, so we did. They gave us a wristband with «LS» written on it which no one else had. They gave us the wristbands with the tickets and that’s it. So the line downstairs to get to our seats was absolutely ridiculous… on our tickets it said in tiny print that there was a two item minimum purchase, which we were NEVER told anywhere or by anyone when we purchased our living social deal or when we booked with the box office. So we decided to buy our drinks when we were waiting in that hell of a line.
Once we got to the front of the line, we gave the attendant our tickets but he told us we needed a stamp on our hands. No one ever said anything about a stamp or gave us one. We showed him our wristbands but he had no idea what it was even for. The whole line was held up because they were trying to figure out how to get us in. They ended up giving us a stamp and we got in, but it was a little annoying that they had no idea what was going on which held us up in the line.
So once we sat down finally, the waitress kept harassing us about ordering stuff. We just kept saying «we’re fine.» Then she finally says «you have to purchase two items minimum» and so we told her «we already have our drinks right here» and she was like «those are completely separate. You each have to buy two more items.»
After spending $ 45 on tickets, $ 15 on parking and almost another $ 20 for 2 well drinks, we decided we would just leave before the show even really started. We weren’t gonna spend another $ 30 when we already spent that when we went out to eat before the show.
Point is we could have easily had a good time, but I cannot handle when businesses have little hidden rules, fees, gratuities, or anything sneaky like that. We ended up spending like $ 80 just at Parlor that night just to end up leaving unsatisfied… We left pretty frustrated.

Had my doubts about this place, mainly because
A. There are a TON of 1-​star reviews on here, and
B. I have been to the douche circus that is the Parlor in Bellevue
However, my hero, Gilbert Gottfried, was playing, and I was not going to miss him.
I was dubious about the legitimacy of the negative reviews, and my doubts turned out to be completely legitimate. It seems that there are a lot of people who have never been to a comedy club, and decided to whine about their first time experiencing reality.
There seemed to be two main things the bad reviews whined about: the two-​item minimum and the seating arrangement. First, the Parlor has a two-​item minimum– you are required to order two menu items (drinks or food) during the show. This is a pretty standard rule comedy clubs, except it is a two-​DRINK minimum in most places. The Parlor at least will count food toward your minimum.
Secondly, you are seated at long tables that are perpendicular to the stage, and will likely be next to someone you don’t know if you don’t come with a large party. Apparently this is a problem to some people who don’t get out much. If you were going to see a comedian at a theater, you would be seated next to someone you didn’t know, but you wouldn’t have a beer in your hand. I’m not sure why people have a problem with this. You definitely aren’t crammed together like a few of the reviews stated, but they don’t waste the space they have, either. If you show up 20 minutes early, you have a pretty good chance of being seated close to the stage.
In conclusion, the Parlor works pretty well as a comedy club. The drinks are pricey, but not nearly at ballpark levels, and I can’t speak for the food. However, you don’t go to a comedy club for either of these– you go to see comedians. If you a comic you want to see is playing the Parlor, you should go.
Bonus tip– The Parlor has a recurring Groupon that makes the tickets about half price, and is good for most of their shows.

Ashley was super nice bartender moscow mules on point plus HUGE HDTV’s bout 48 of them

Parlor Live is always a great time. If you’re used to going to comedy in the basement of the Underground in Pioneer Sq, you’ll feel like someone tapped you on the shoulder and said, «thank you loyal local comedy patron, now, go forth and have a much better time at Parlor, you deserve to know about this now, you’ve earned it.» And if you don’t get comped tickets via they their email/​sms list, or Goldstar App, you’re doing something wrong!
Parlor also has billiards, a beautifully lit bar and expansive lounge area, and multiple big-​screen TVs to catch games and highlights. I’m not one for their food options, but drink prices seem reasonable. This is one tight little op with a helluva location right by Westlake center.
Props to Jermaine Fowler for a hilarious performance, and to last night’s Parlor crew and staff for an excellent night.

Dancing on Saturday night: none when we went
Bathroom: well maintained
Staff: friendly

I recently attended a live podcast recording by Greg Proops at Parlor Live Seattle. Proops was great but Parlor Live leaves a lot to be desired.
1) I paid for two VIP tickets but was seated in the general admission section. «We paid for VIP. Is this VIP seating?» I asked. «Is this your first time here?» was the initial response by the gentleman who seated us. He assured– no, lied — to me, claiming the seats were VIP when they were not. Great way to start the evening!
2) Prior to Proops taking the stage the audience was «entertained» on the video screens by an incessant stream of America’s Funniest Home Videos. Really?
3) Unlike others I was aware of the two item minimum at Parlor Live. Yes the drink and food items are overpriced but the overhead at Parlor Live has to be sizable because the building is rather large and sprawls two or three floors.
4) An 18% service charge is added to your check, AND you’re asked to tip.
I love stand-​up comedy but won’t be returning to Parlor Live. Ripping off and deceiving customers isn’t a good business practice.

They cram everyone into a tiny room and require a 2 order minimum per person… The staff seems friendly, but we ended up paying $ 50 for a small plate of salad that had lettuce, dressing and 4 croutons, fried chicken tenders with fries, a manny and water… Luckily we got our show tickets for free, but if I had to pay $ 100 for tickets then another $ 50 for food I’d be annoyed… oh wait, I’m already annoyed with my free tickets lol.

Went for a comedy show. It was scheduled to start at 9pm. It started past 10:40 pm. Almost two hours late. A huge crowd of people who were told to get there early because general admission fills up fast were just awkwardly crammed together wondering what the hold up was.
The bar staff were great, but whoever manages this place needs to step it up. Terrible.

The shows are usually pretty good, but the good part stops there. The waitresses make you feel like you’re at a titty bar, the way they are dressed and the makeup they have on.
Also, I get that they do a two item requirement, that’s fine we plan to eat there but we do not drink there. The prices are outrageous in the club and they won’t even bring you a glass of ice water, really? Well, we have since learned the trick to the ice water. If you walk out and ask the bartender, they will give you a glass of water, which you can then take back into the club.
I get places jack their liquor prices, but when you serve well quality liquor at double top shelf prices, people will not continue to order them.
The food is «ok», it’s not something to write home about, certainly not worth the price but just «ok». We have had the burger, the fries, and the ice cream sundae. I would recommend those items to fulfill your minimum purchase requirements.

I honestly did not know this place existed until last Sat when I came here for my friends birthday.
The club section for place was DEAD but they might be because no on one this place is here. They play really good music and have a pretty nice bar. I’m sure when more people find out about this place. It’ll be pack and I will return. Haha just not anytime soon.

It was way over priced and if it is a popular comedian expect to be crammed next to people in a small room. The small booths are community seating so you could be sitting next to 4 strangers.
4 strangers aren’t a bad thing I guess, if they are cool people… mine weren’t.

I hesitate to share this place via Unilocal but then again this is what Unilocal is for and about!
We were strolling around a few weeks ago on a Sunday in Seattle. Doing a bit of last minute Christmas shopping prior to the Hawks game. I used to frequent the Bellevue location quite a bit — so I was familiar as to what the Parlor is, so we decided to swing on in and check out this (new to me) location.
The bar upstairs is pretty straight forward, nothing very inviting or cool except for the gigantic wall with TVs mounted to it. We strolled down stairs to see a sprawling bar with plenty of seating on the main floor, with the other half carpeted with an ample amount of pool tables to shoot on. It was nice to know that minors are allowed on the carpeted areas and that pool is FREE on sundays! how cool is that? They also have happy hour during game time.
So we grabbed a few seats and a pool table, enjoyed HH and shot pool and celebrated every Hawk touchdown (vs the Cardinals). Needless to say we had an amazing time at a very cheap cost (despite all the touchdowns). Food wasn’t very good but the service was quick and friendly. We will definitely be back again for more football!

Came to Seattle to visit a friend with two other and he brought us out to catch the Niners vs Seahawks game! We decided that it was a little too pricey to cash out for the game so we found a great alternative.
The atmosphere in here for sport games and events are great. Everybody is so team — driven towards the Seahawks that it creates an environment and culture that you’ll definitely want to be around if you’re not at century link stadium.
The place is separated into two floors. The first floor is the best one by far; it basically feels like you’re at the actual game! Legit screening with AT LEAST 6 — 8 sixty inch TVs on the wall (there’s probably more than that) but seating is limited up there so be sure to come early and reserve some seats for a big game!
For the downstairs portion, they have several pool tables around (we for sure clapped them) which is pretty cool to chill on with your friends.
I am sole believer in service and that’s why I gave this place only two stars because the only downside I would have to say is that the service is terrible. Servers have NO communication with each other what so ever.
You would imagine that the servers would be consistent on coming around to make sure you’re satisfied with everything you’ve ordered. Even after them telling you multiple times that they will send your server over.
After being sat down, they took at least 20 mins to even realize that we have been wanting to order. They RARELY came around to us even after we ordered our first round of beers which was a little irritating cuz we kept on having to chase them down and grab their attention but they kept redirecting it to some other server.

NOPE. We were given «free» tickets to a Pride show and upon being seated were told there was a two item minimum. Everything was super overpriced and not good — the drinks were extremely overpriced.
Comedians were funny, but that doesn’t matter, because the venue frankly sucked. Tucked in the basement they shoved as many tables as they could in and everyone sits shoulder to shoulder — except the VIPs who get booths — all the way in the back. So far back the comedians joked they were bad and put in timeout.
WOW.

Honestly, I much prefer this location to the Bellevue location.
The establishment is well lit upstairs, with huge TV’s and a bar. Downstairs, you have tons of seating, pool tables, and another bar.
I find that the food quality is about the same, and the line to get into a comedy show is a little less organized, but the service here is SO much better… like, SO much better. Just don’t forget to check in at the hostess counter if you’re coming for a comedy show. They’ll give you a number so you’ll know when you can get into the comedy club.

My husband and I came here after the Unilocal’s 10^th Burstday event to watch the Seahawks preseason game. We sat in the bar area where they had a big screen playing the game.
We weren’t hungry so we just ordered the steak nachos. It’s not your ordinary nachos but nonetheless it was delicious.
It wasn’t all that busy but there was only one server. He was very apologetic and explained that he was the only server at the moment. It didn’t really bother us because we were busy watching the game. I did appreciate his gesture and letting us know what to expect. I plan on coming back here to try other things on their menu!