Description: The Alibi Room is a sanctum sanctorum for artists, particularly those of the screenwriting genus. Independent movie-industry has-beens, wanna-bes, currently ares and up-and-comings gather here during the week. (Almost every-other-Monday, a script reading takes place here, or in the Market Theater across the alleyway.)

The ambiance of the Alibi Room encourages romance; cozy and warm, with brick and mortar walls, a partial view of the Sound, soft and simple candles, and a youthful, sprightly staff. One can find quiet solace during the day to sip a glass of orange Muscat wine, and write or read (dozens of screenplays available for perusal.)

By night and weekend, the story changes, and those dressed in fashionable black with chic glasses arrive, many taking full advantage of the sometimes-live, sometimes-DJ-driven dance floor downstairs.

The menu is of Mediterranean-influence and espouses creativity. The hot pink mashed potatoes are my personal favorite (beet juice, how apropos). Other appetizers and light meals include sandwiches with sun-dried tomato hummus, baked chevre with pears, vegetarian lasagna, stuffed ravioli and jerk chicken.

Recommended:
The turkey and Brie with cranberry relish, or any dish with a side of hot magenta mashed potatoes.
-- Anne Stein, for SeattleInsider.com

Location: Downtown Seattle

Price Range: $25-50

Menu URL: http://www.alibiroom.com/

Address:
85 Pike St
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-623-3180

Business Hours:
Daily: 11:30 a.m. - 2 a.m.

Services:
Dress Code: Casual
Disabled access
Reservations
Catering
Parties/private room
Romantic dining
Credit Cards Accepted
Full bar
Smoking available
Live Music

Categories:
American
Deli/Sandwich
Italian
Bars / Pubs