Life on Mars’s four owners mainly regard their new business as a bar. But what makes the Capitol Hill spot stand out from the rest of Seattle’s hundreds of watering holes are its formidable wall of records and its plant-based menu. It’s a paradise for vinyl-loving vegans—and also not a bad place for those not obsessed with analog musical formats and eco-conscious eating.
Run by two Seattle power couples—Amy and John Richards (KEXP DJ/associate program director), and Leigh Sims and Steven Severin (Neumos co-owner)—Life on Mars opened in June, and business has been exceeding expectations, according to Severin and Sims. They renovated the space—which formerly housed 95 Slide and War Room, among other notable venues—while trying to retain what Severin calls the “histories and soul that are built into the place.” LOM’s subtle amber glow and comfortable vibe encourage you to linger and geek out about music while imbibing and chowing.
