What to order at Damn the Weather

Must order
The cheeseburger and a Sazerac, in that order; kitchen runs late on weekends.
Signature dishes
Cheeseburger, Wood-grilled fish, Cocktails
Editor tip
Mondays the cocktail list goes half price after 21:00; Sundays the kitchen takes the day off.
CuisineNew American Gastropub
Price$$
NeighborhoodPioneer Square
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Location

Address: 116 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

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