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Hattie's Hat Restaurant

5231 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone: (206) 784-0175
Hattie's Rocks!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/02/2007 Posted by angelatini

It's barely above a dive bar, but that's what I like about it. The drinks are stiff, the food is yummy, (the Salmon Club kicks a** and the burgers are one of the best kept secrets in Seattle!) the music is always good (I hear T-Rex on a regular basis. YAY!) and tons of low key locals hang out here. The service is sometimes a bit slow, but it's generally on the dining side and during the weekend brunch time. There is one server there that has waaaaayyyy too much attitude, but all the others make up for her. Additionally, I recently took my promise ring off in the bathroom to wash my hands and forgot to put it back on. When I remembered, 20 minutes later, that it wasn't on my finger and RUSHED back to the bathroom and it wasn't there, I almost burst into tears. But then I asked the bartender and someone had turned it in!! I don't think most places have patrons or staff that cool. Suffice to say, I love Hattie's!

Pros: Best burgers in town. Stiff drinks. Cool music. Chill people.

Cons: That one snotty server. Scenesters and hipsters that try and invade. Go away!

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Editor's Review

Stiff drinks, excellent pub grub and a neighborhood feel have earned this Ballard diner legendary status.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Know Before You Go

National touring acts attract large crowds that inevitably spill into Hattie's and quickly cramp the small bar. Check the music schedule at the nearby Tractor Tavern for details.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 3pm-10pm
  • Fri 3pm-11pm
  • Sat 8am-2:30pm, 5pm-11pm
  • Sun 8am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Cuisines

  • American (Traditional)
  • Coffee Shops & Diners

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Check

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Live Music
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Local Favorites
  • Bar Scene
  • Brunch
  • Date Spot

Recognition for Hattie's Hat Restaurant

2007 Editorial Winner - Comfort Food

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