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5233 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle,
WA
98107
47.6658
-122.3827
Neighborhoods: Ballard, Adams
OLD TOWN ALEHOUSE
Last updated 4.01.09
What People Are Saying About Old Town Alehouse
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Exposed-brick walls and weathered hardwood floors reveal this space's classic Ballard Avenue pedigree, but the Old Town clearly aims for a newer spin on the hard-drinking thoroughfare. The tidy alehouse features high ceilings and a no-smoking policy, which give it an open and airy feel. The freshest part of the bar, though, is a beer list comprised mostly of Washington state fare (including less obvious breweries like Boundary Bay, La Connor and Flying Pig) and Belgian ales. A genial crowd of beer connoisseurs and clean-cut Ballardites predominates. – – The Draw…
04/05/09
Great Beer
by blvugirl at Citysearch
Got a table on a Friday night at 8pm with no wait! Food was delicious and the beer selection was great. Atmosphere was fun and relaxed.
- Pros: good food and beer
- Cons: floor is a little slick if you wear heels
06/10/07
Good bar food with Marginal Service
by ballarddining at Citysearch
Better than average bar fare. The sandwiches are all very good and the salads are fresh. I've had spotty service though and hope that they get back on track. Most times something is forgotten whether it's a refill on a drink, a salad, etc. Overall it's a good spot to grab a casual bite and they do allow kids.
03/16/07
Good beer line up and some okay menu items.
by notimportant at Citysearch
The beer line up is good. Lots of fresh local beers that cover the spectrum of all the styles. There is porter, stout, hefe, pils, IPA, amber ale, etc. Small but dependable bottle list. The food is pretty good for pub-grub. Some decent items like the fish and chips. The ceaser salad is good and yes you can even get anchovies. The Ballard Brownie is amazing.
The service has always been good. I know of other people and friends that have complained about the service, but I have never had a problem. Everyone has always been prompt and friendly.
The only draw back is the hours. They close so early, don't expect to head there after dinner for a drink and some dessert because they will likely be closed.
- Pros: Solid beer line up with some good menu items
- Cons: Hours. Closing at 10? I don't get it. Don't you want to be open and busy?
12/27/06
My Place - Best quiet pub in Seattle. Best Fish & Chips!
by skinnaman at Citysearch
Quiet, homey ambience, good beer selection, really good lunch/dinner menu suited to the place. An Irish pub in Ballard which easily beats most of the actual Irish pubs I've been to (21 from Dublin to Galway). Quick, non-intrusive service and you can bring the kids! (although most people don't) We've had lots of friendly gatherings here and some informal business meetings. All in all, a fine place if you are anywhere near North Seattle
- Pros: Ambience, Food, Ales, quiet, friendly
- Cons: Parking in Ballard
08/18/05
Good times
by wollstonecraft at Citysearch
It's funny. 2 of the other reviews have cited "poor service" as a major drawback of the Old Town Alehouse. But I have received great service there. The wait staff is businesslike, sure but they do their job well. The food is good. I have a particular fondness, bordering on unhealthy obsession, for the Sausage sandwich. Good eating! The beers offered are a nice selection of Belgian ales and local favorites. The atmosphere is bright and airy and suitable for all sorts of occasions.
- Pros: Good atmosphere, non smoking, good food and beer
- Cons: a bit pricy
The Details on Old Town Alehouse
What to Drink:
Aside from the regular draught selections, three rotating taps are available in addition to a cask-conditioned ale.
Category:
Nightclubs, Bars & Pubs, Liquor Stores
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
