Belmont — Restaurant in Seattle

My partner and I recently visited Belmont for what was supposed to be a pleasant evening. The initial experience was delightful, with excellent cocktails and a fantastic waitress. However, our evening took a disturbing turn when a man, presumably the manager, approached us.

After merely an hour of being there, we were asked if we were okay, to which we responded positively. We were enjoying our drinks and the atmosphere, which was precisely what we came for, as we were celebrating a significant moment in our lives – his mother’s new job and relocation. But, to our shock, this same individual returned and told us that if we weren’t ordering anything else, we needed to leave. The reason given? A line of people supposedly waiting for our spot.

What left us deeply unsettled was that there were two other couples, both white, seated right behind us. They had been there before us and were engaging in the exact same behavior – lounging and enjoying their drinks without any interference. We couldn’t help but notice the stark contrast in how we were treated compared to them.

We had already accumulated a substantial tab of $120, so the notion that we were asked to leave due to our lack of orders simply didn’t add up. What added insult to injury was that the manager had hardly interacted with us throughout the evening. It took all of 30 seconds for him to decide we should be removed from the establishment.

We briefly left the premises, only to find that there was no line and nobody occupying the space we had vacated. This blatant inconsistency prompted me to confront the manager, expressing my belief that we were singled out solely because of the color of our skin. His response was far from satisfactory – citing a shortage of staff members, which had no relevance to the issue at hand.

Being treated this way was not only deeply hurtful but also a clear act of discrimination. We were essentially forced to leave Belmont because of the color of our skin, an experience that no one should have to endure in this day and age. We expected to be treated with the same respect and courtesy as any other patrons, but instead, we were made to feel unwelcome and marginalized.

This incident has left a lasting impression on us, and we urge Belmont to reflect on its commitment to inclusivity and equal treatment for all customers. Discrimination has no place in any establishment, and we hope that our ordeal leads to positive changes in how the staff at Belmont treats its...

The Belmont Lounge brings an unprecedented layer of sophistication to the experience of a lounge. Filled with an interesting assortment of antique objects framing the walls and decorating tables, this place offers a phenomenal cocktail menu as well as a range of other alcoholic (and non alcoholic) beverages including reds and whites. The staff members are professional and stylish, and offer suggestions for those who are not sure exactly what to commit to. And don't miss happy hour specials, which include a wide array of small plates as well as drinks! And the amazing outdoor seating,...

One of the worst experiences I've ever had in Seattle. To start things off we got sat down and without being that busy it took 25 minutes for someone to finally come over to take our order. The only good thing about this place was the cocktail even though we were only able to have one due to no one ever coming back to our table to see if we wanted another round. The most disappointing thing was the charcuterie platter which looked like someone's used plate that had been brought from another table. This establishment really needs to consider its service and its food because it was...