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(206) 632-6505
3601 Fremont Ave N
Seattle,
WA
98103
47.6514
-122.3501
Neighborhoods: Fremont, Lake Union
Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11:30am-1am Fri-Sat 11:30am-2am Sun 11:30am-12am
Last updated 10.20.11
Category:
Brewers, Beer Gardens, Brew Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Wineries
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Outdoor Dining
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What People Are Saying About Dad Watsons
Featured Review
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Contributor
The Scene – Though large and wide open, this Fremont pub's dark-wood interior, accented by vintage lamps and signs, gives the space an intimate feel. Twosomes tend to linger over conversation at the long, question mark-shaped bar, while groups prefer huddling into the comfy booths for games of Scrabble. An outdoor seating area is available in back, but the front patio--a perfect place to watch the world go by--fills up faster. – – The Draw – Dad's specialty is the same as at the McMenamins Brothers' other pubs: brews. Crowd favorites are the Hammerhead Ale and…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- Children are welcome here: a kids' menu includes favorites such as the PB&J sandwich and "Pee Wee" mac & cheese.
- The Extras:
- Each September, the bar hosts an IPA Fest featuring McMenamins and other regional brews.
06/11/08
Good coffee
by jujubean2 at Citysearch
Went on a Friday night and actually found a booth to sit in.
We were served immediately even though the place was kicking. I ordered 3 appetizers to share with my group and it was more than enough food to keep us happy through our drinking. Cajun tots are always tasty, the hummus platter was better than I expected and the artichoke dip and chips were great.
I ordered hot drinks since it was windy and cold outside. The amaretto coffee nailed the spot. We ended up staying there for a couple hours drinking. The server was able to quickly serve the drinks and juggle a busy and loud environment.
The beers are great. I've been to many McMenamins from Edgefield in Oregon to Six Arms up on Capitol Hill. This place lives up the the McMenamins standard.
The only reason I am giving it 4 out of 5 stars: I went to celebrate my birthday there with a friend and the waitress was terrible. No happy birthday or even a smile out of her. She was rude. I've still gone back and she doesn't work there anymore.
- Pros: The beer, quick service, vegetarian options
04/10/08
Worst burger
by Katheri at Citysearch
I recently ate at this and had a horrible experience. Our server was bitter, the app was cold and the burger was aweful. I think the bread was a few days old and the meat was overcooked. The pitcher of beer we ordered was the best part of the night. A total waste of $20.
- Pros: Good location, good beer selection, interesting atmosphere
- Cons: Poor service, horrible food
07/22/07
Best Beer
by bbee at Citysearch
I recently went to Dad's and i had the best beer ever! They have their standard beers pouring at every location, but each place has a couple special beers and dad's beats all of them! I even saw that you can do tours in the brewery, which i thought was pretty cool.
- Pros: beer, beer, beer
- Cons: service can be alittle slow
11/02/06
Great place to watch that game when it might be packed else where
by colleend55 at Citysearch
Was able to watch the super bowl here without a HUGE crowd. Could eat and drink without a BIG wait for service.
12/21/05
Who's my Daddy
by pgcarlson at Citysearch
This place is great on all counts.
My only regret is that Casey has left for the Madrona Alehouse. Still, the service is great.
- Pros: Beer, Food, Service
- Cons: parking (sometimes)
