Charlie's On Broadway
(206) 323-2535
217 Broadway E
Seattle,
WA
98102
47.6202
-122.3211
Neighborhoods: Broadway, Capitol Hill
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In Short
A longstanding institution on constantly changing Capitol Hill, this dimly lit restaurant provides plenty of privacy and comfort. Oversized breakfasts, gussied-up diner sandwiches and traditional American entrees are the focus, but every course has vegetarian options. The bar at the back is one of the most relaxed, hype-free drinking spots in the neighborhood, while the booths lining the walls accommodate giggling kids as well as hungry hipsters.
User Reviews
Anonymous
April 20, 2008
Warm coffee, curt help, 2 star food, slow service, a bit of a groupie hang out place for locals WHO definitely get better service. I knew the original owners, one named Ken and used to work at their Bellevue location 25 years ago, working in pantry. I have a feeling now that the Broadway locale is only a tax write off to the owners now. Cleanliness doesn't exist. Maybe a once a week clean up. Yuck.
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behringer
March 25, 2008
Tonight I was impressed! The service was right on. When asked if a booth was OK, I expressed that I would like to read the paper and I was shown to a nice, well lit table. My food came in exactly the time it probably took to prepare it. The plate was full edge to edge and garnished with care. I like the bread that comes with this meal, fresh and warm. I also like that the butter that comes with the bread can actually be spread on it (unlike the frozen hunk of lard that some restaurants provide). My water glass was kept full throughout the meal. I was invited for desert, but I was too full. The bill arrived promptly and the receipt as well. I had not eaten at Charlie?s for some time until recently. Both times have been positive experiences. If you haven't been for a while, or never have, I encourage you to visit. Enjoy! I dined @ 6:30 pm on a Tuesday.
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handy77
December 12, 2007
I used to enjoy coming here in the 80s and 90s. I even had a friend who bartended there.Today I went in this morning simply looking for an old friend who lives in the neighborhood who used to hang out there. OK. That said: I've NEVER ( pardon the caps, but i mean it) been treated so rudely in my whole life. This tall mixed race young man with curly dark hair looked at me as I explained to him precisely what I wanted to know. I asked him if the back room was open and that I was simply looking for a friend. I did not ask to use the bathroom or anything else..--for the record, I'm also NOT a transient. I make about 70K a year--He kept addressing me as though I had asked to use the bathroom and telling me repeatedly "we are open for paying customers". Over and over. So I took it to mean the back was open. He prevented me from going in the back and kept holding his arm out to "usher" me out, like a bouncer would. This is in the MORNING, for God's sake!.....He even followed me onto the sidewalk saying I should use my friend's bathroom..I did not want to use a bathroom!...I think Charlie's hires the mentally ill now. I advise anyone to stay away from this terribly managed business. Rude!!!!!
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Parking:
There is a small attached parking lot (entrances from the alley and Harvard Ave); it's free once the license number is given to the hostess.
Know Before You Go:
There's a bar hidden in back--go through the restaurant. Drink specials are common and there's a large selection of beer on tap.
Where to Sit:
Try to snag one of the high-backed wooden booths for some privacy.
Fun Fact:
Charlie's is widely believed to have the best Monte Cristo sandwich in town.
Category:
Traditional American, Restaurants
Payment Methods:
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Late Night Dining, Brunch, People Watching, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Bar Scene
