Chop Suey

1325 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98122, USA

Address:	1325 E Madison St, Seattle, WA 98122, USA
Phone:	+1 206-538-0556
Site:	chopsuey.com
Rating:	4.1

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Greg Huber

Kickin dive bar with a pretty good sound system, strong pours, and a variety of programming. The kitschy Asian theme doesnt seem to extend very far beyond some paper lanterns and other window dressing, but its still a comfortable place to kick back -- especially if the lounge area near the front is open. It makes a nice chillout room, or just a place to enjoy your drink -- which, as mentioned, is likely to be strong. If mixed drinks arent your thing, they usually have a few decent beers on tap as well. If youre in it for the music, there should be something up your alley: punk shows, Bootie mash-up, Bollywood jams, and pretty much anything else is fair game. They manage to keep the place (even the bathrooms) surprisingly clean for a club, and the staff remains friendly. Getting there a bit early guarantees you a table and unfettered access to the photobooth near the bar. Score!

Alexandra LaChance

Although I dont venture to Chop Suey for more than the occasional concert, I have to recommend it as the best place to party on a Monday night - even if it means tackling Tuesday with a hangover. The atmosphere is pretty average for your Capitol Hill dive bar, but the bartenders are fast and they do not overcharge on drinks (which is all a gal can really ask for these days). The atmosphere gets a rating of 3 here, thanks in large part to Mondays host DJ, TigerBeat. He spins an eclectic mix of old and new, and sometimes rocknroll, that gets the entire bar dancing. Go check it out for yourself.

Cleopatra Cutler

Chop Suey is a quintessentially Seattle venues: divey, intimate, accessible, and incessantly host to cross-the-board events. Ive seen vulgar, nationally best-selling authors speak here; comedians, spotlight speakers from The Stranger, artshows, and everything from local 90s revivalist garagebands to nationally popular groups. Im going to a Kitten concert on Tuesday, and I cannot wait. ...and Im going nextdoor to try that illusive new Chinese place "8" afterward.

Allen Aquino

This is a great place to go see local shows and events. Ive only been here a couple times for Dance Yourself Clean and Emo night, as well as just to chill at the bar. The alcohol is cheap, and I really dig the dive bar vibe aesthetic, which Cap Hill needs more of. I think service could be better, but I gotta give it to the small close-knit staff for trying working their asses off during busy nights. I know Im always going a fun night when I go to Chop Suey.

Ryan Thurman

This is a solid dive bar with reasonable prices and amazing decor! Im not sure who was put in charge of the art procurement for this place, but they should win a Nobel Prize for their job well done. Outside of overhearing one of the musical acts say one of the dumbest things that I have ever heard ("I dont believe in binary opposites") my experience was good bordering on great. Thumbs up!

Marissa Bruno

Chop Suey is a fun, intimate bar with good drinks and great music. The space is small but its not that bad. Id like to give their bathrooms a shout out for being the nicest bar bathrooms I have ever seen. I appreciate the little things like that. Its a bummer the bar gets so crowded but its like that everywhere so not that big of a deal.

Mike

The only good thing about this bar was the girl in the front taking the cover drinks were gross for how much money you spend I couldnt figure out who was more rude the door guy or the two bar tenders that just stood there on their phones and ignored you horrible horrible horrible place to go to if youre visiting just go to desiel or pony

Mike Jenkins

I turned up here to have a beer and watch a show. Upon entry I paid my $15 admission, but then they wouldnt accept my ID, my Australian drivers license that is perfectly valid government ID that I have used all over the world without issues to both drive a car and as photo ID. Then, they wouldnt give me a refund. I was pissed.

Hailey Vasquez

Great, casual spot for live music on Capitol Hill. The location is really central and not very expensive. Came here for a free concert and the sound was fantastic and service really solid. Havent been on a typical night but Ive heard mostly good things!

Ray Besson

Watched Why Dont We perform here. The venue had a chance to impress but fell short when there was NO air conditioning on the day of the event. People should remember a show because of the music performance not because it was smoldering hot!

A Private User

Cozy bar that has a small stage. You can reach up and practically grab whoever is performing. It has an old antiquated charm to it. I wouldnt eat here though. Small place, so if it is a popular act, get your tickets early.

Little Byte

Place is clean and crowed with a great vibe. Not my type of music (they play more local/hipster), but have good DJs there. Service was fast, beer selections are nice. Overall, a really fun time.

Jaylen Willingham

P-Lo was a good concert. The lighting was a little too bright for my taste & they need more subwoofers cause the bass doesnt hit as hard as it should, but still a nice spot.

Matthew Allen

It was Wednesday early afternoon When I walked in, was greeted with a less than friendly staff. Went to the bar area and was refused my order. Definitely not going back

Robert Fertig

Lots of dancing. Not a big fan of the music normally played here, its to rock heavy, not enough pop or hip hop, which I think Id kind of necessary for a real night club.

Michael Opalinski

The bouncers here are absolutely terrible. They are power tripping and rude. The music isnt great to dance to and their uneven floor is unsafe. Ill never go back here.

Dave Milford

When they do their Candi Pop Dance Parties, this place is lit. All the guilty pleasure songs from the 90s/early 00s, lots of lasers, smoke, and a packed house.

Alessandro Buffa

I dont think you trust.. In.. My.. Suffering to suicide. I, cry.. when angels deserve to.. DIEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!

Kirk Lestelle

It gets the job done haha. Never seen really high end artists here but its a venue and you get to be up close with them so overall its a good time.

Anna M

I like this place! Friendly staff, cool bar with nice seating, a small venue that lets you get up close, and its smack in Capitol Hill.

Carissa Regaspi

I went here for emo nite. I had so much fun. Environment was good. Drink prices are good. I will come back again for another event.

Mike Gill

Great place to see up & coming national talent for not too bad of a cover and grab some cheap drinks! The Dragon Lounge is killer!

Cameron Dash

I was masturbating in the bathroom and a worker walked in on me and handed me some lotion! I love it there the food is ass though