Very comfortable, from making reservations the day of for a business dinner , to greeting us, to the ease of the menu. the Queen Anne area is a very busy place and parking is crazy. I had the duck confit with a lamb sausage, swiss chard. good comfort food for a california person eating in the "cold (not yet) NorthWest. read more

I have dined at Betty 2 times during a business trips in the last quarter. The first time I had the great privileged to dine at the tasting table and enjoy some dialogue with the Chef and see my food and others prepared. Deciding to allow my dinner to be selected by the chef, his recommendation of the Lamb Shank did not disappoint. The entrees as well as the appetizers were prepared with absolute perfection and it was a dinning experience I talked about for days. So much in fact that a few weeks later when back in Seattle I made another reservation. This time I was not as fortunate to get the tasting menu, but the food, service and drinks were just as delightful as I remembered. read more

using my trusty wabac machine, i'm finally getting around to posting our reaction to one of the newish restaurants up here on queen anne, betty. betty is the sister restaurant to one of our favorites, crow. why they would open another restaurant, within walking (albeit very hilly walking) distance of each other is baffling to me. not that i'm going to complain since i like the kind of food these places provide: slightly fancy food at a reasonable price. here's what we had: scooty's appetizer: corn chowder okay, so let me reiterate that we ate there a while ago, as in, um, june. i don't remember what this was like at all except that scooty liked it. my appetizer: smoked trout rilletes (w/toasted walnuts, salad, horseradish cream & cornichons) okay, i do remember this one though because it was really really good. the rillettes were different than i had expected; a lot fluffier & kind of fresh tasting. whatever, this was truly lovely, with all those different accoutrements. scotty's entree: roasted chicken (w/corona beans & asparagus) this is pretty much the same roasted chicken they serve @ crow, which is to say, it's awesome. & i don't even particularly like chicken. the flesh is moist, the skin is crispy & the sauce is always a savory combination of chicken drippings & herbs & it's totally the kind of thing you dip your bread into. my entree: copper river salmon (w/fingerling potatoes green beans) copper river, copper river... seattle has an obsession with this stuff. yeah, i understand that it's a delicacy because of it's short season & all but i guess i felt this needed more futzing than this. i just don't think that, because it's Copper River, it can just stand on it's own. & while all the vegetables were nicely cooked, again, i felt like they needed something more. this was nice but shit, even i could make this.. dessert: rhubarb upside down cake that's right, we shared. that's been happening a lot (& will probably continue to do so) since i'm becoming less & less interested in sweet things (except for scooty. har har har). given then choice between cake & say, steak, i'll always go with the meat (heh). i'd much rather continue eating more of my *dinner* than have an additional dessert course. i don't know what's happening to me. & to tell you the truth, this dessert isn't going to make me second-guess my natural inclinations. there was cake, there was a brown-sugary moistness & there were wispy strips of rhubarb. to me, this was nothing special. overall, i guess i would say i was disappointed, but only because it wasn't as good as crow. this is not to say that i wouldn't go back here though. sure the food isn't as good as crow's but the location is MUCH easier to walk to, the decor & ambiance are much cozier & it's still a reasonably priced place with basically good food. update: we went again this weekend & it was awesome. like, seriously excellent. steak frites? large, meaty, juicy, fantastic fries. crispy duck & sausage. huge but oh so moist w/delicious lentils infused with bacony goodness. also, we had to catch a movie afterwards & they stellar service made gave us plenty of time. read more

I seriously love the food here. The atmosphere is often the best at the bar where you can watch the chefs at work. It is sometimes quiet during the week but the food and service more than make up for those occassions! Go now (and you have to try the chicken at least once, delish)! read more

I guess I am confused as to what Betty IS. "Casual fine dining" was what a couple of review articles (and reviewers) claimed it to be. But it's not fine dining. A beautiful and well educated wine menu, yes. A rotating monthly menu based on seasonal provisions, yes. But that's about it. See, to me, Betty is Upper Queen Anne's version of a home cooked meal for those that hate to cook. Most of the things we had last night (duck sausage, tagliatelle with chantrelle, roast chicken, and beet salad) were well done but not fine dining, and could probably be done in one's own kitchen given an elementary education in cooking. In addition, presentation completely lacked the attention to detail one would expect from a fine dining establishment. Casual fine dining should be using ingredients that are new to the guest, paired with discipline and presentation that one wouldn't normally get at a casual restaurant. The price can even be mid-range, and the attire of the guests casual. But it's more about the foooooooood, not the environment. Betty calls itself Bistro-style. I would agree, except for the price and that most bistros still pay strict attention to presentation. But let's stay focused on what's important...semantics be damned. Food: Don't get me wrong, how she got the chantrelles to be firm and not overcooked is absolute wizardry. However, the rest of the dish was cloaked in oil and actually made me feel bad that I was eating it. I don't want to feel bad. When I feel bad, I don't come back to eat. (But the noodles are house made and perfectly al dente, so there were some other great points!) The chicken was really moist and flavorful, but I could probably make that at home. Actually, the whole dish I do during Fall and it's always a hit with the hubbie. The duck sausage didn't taste like duck (that could be a good or bad thing depending on the person reading this review), the polenta didn't really have flavor and didn't stay firm because it soaked up all the juice from the veggies that were the bed for the sausage. I hope this wasn't intentional as polenta should really hold it's shape and texture. Lastly, the beet salad was a big WTF. Greens, some cheese, and pickled beats. Really?? For THAT price? That said, the gazpacho was amazing! The cheese plate was average. I guess I expected more creativity/discipline out of a restaurant that is so highly rated. I am giving it a three because the interior, the drink menu, and the actual quality of the ingredients were fantastic, as was the service. read more

I was a little disappointed by my visit to Betty but I'll still give it another chance. I had the pumpkin ravioli with brown butter. The raviolis were good but could stand for a little more filling. But there was nothing brown about the butter sauce over them - it was basically melted butter. It would have made the dish great if the butter would have been actually browned and the nutty flavor brought out! The service though was pretty horrible. Our server never came back to check on us once we received out food. And it took so long that we eventually had to flag down another employee twice to both get our bill and to get out run credit cards back. read more

The service was the best we have received in Seattle. Thank you, Hyeri! Hyeri made excellent wine recommendations and was extremely personable. Whitney's chicken was excellent - right amount of garlic and flavor. Unfortunately my burger was mediocre which is holding it back from being a five star experience. read more

My meal is always great at Betty. I typically go for the steak or chicken but tried the pork last night. It may just be my new favorite. I like the atmosphere in the bar, but you can't go wrong sitting at the key Chen bar. The chefs are always friendly. read more

Great food! Nice atmosphere. Enjoyed a great meal on our last vacation to Seattle. Stop in!

I'm obviously late to the party but I'll throw another log on the fire. We had dessert at Betty twice before we finally showed up for dinner. The desserts are really good. The dinner was probably better though. We had stuffed figs and zucchini fritters to start (both absolutely on point) and then she had the house made sausages (spicy goodness) while I had the pork chop (was that bitch brined?) and then to top it off the peach pie. Good good good. Go there. Eat food. Drink wine. Go home. read more

I went to Betty for dinner and though the menu might look small, there is definitely something for everyone tastes. I ordered fried green tomatoes, fried squash blossoms, grilled pork tenderloin, house pappardelle pasta, and pan roasted chicken. The fried squash blossoms and fried green tomatoes were light, and had just enough crunch to them, without compromising the actual flavors of the squash and tomatoes. The pork tenderloin was ridiculously tender, as was the chicken. They were both crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside. The pappardelle pasta was great because the noodles were tender but still had enough of a bite to them. As for the restaurant itself, it definitely looked a lot different than what I had expected--but in a good way! The service was great, and we never had trouble getting ahold of our waitress as she was checking in and bringing water throughout the entire meal. Definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

Got the roast chicken, chanterelle tagliatelle, zucchini fritters, and the s'mores creme brûlée for dessert. Loved them all! Especially dessert.... Yum! read more

I came here with a group of friends before going to a show downtown and we were immediately impressed with the atmosphere - it's casual but intimate. We ordered a variety of things including the Betty Burger and the Pan Roasted Chicken. They were both excellent! We'll definitely be back. read more

I haven't had a burger in a while and wanted a good one. I remembered having drinks and fries in the back bar at Betty in the past year and found they had a burger listed on their limited dinner menu. I assumed this $18 burger would be a killer. Not so. My friend and I both requested medium rare. The burgers came out and were SMALL - like about 4" in diameter and relatively thin (1" at most). We were so hungry when the burgers and fries arrived that we loaded up meat with the lettuce and other toppings and dug in. Unfortunately we were so busy catching up on our news and enjoying the fries that we were ¼ of the way into eating the burgers when we realized that they were completely overdone. Like VERY WELL DONE and dry. Hmmm... I stopped the waiter to point out the meat and he said he would tell the kitchen. We should have had them re-made at that point. And I think the waiter should have offered to get us fresh burgers cooked to the med-rare as requested. I would go back for the fries but the burgers were a bust - overcooked and too small, especially for $18!!!!!! REALLY?! I can get MUCH better burgers all over the city. read more

Excellent food. Very tasty. We had a large group for biz dinner and everyone liked their meal. Prices seemed very reasonable too. Definitely recommend. read more

Don't think you can go wrong with Betty. Unpretentious, good food and service. Happy hour is especially nice, impressed with their wine by the glass selections and generous pours! read more

Love Betty. It has evolved into a neighborhood gem. Great happy hour! Try the mole tacos. My favorite server is Julia, but everyone is great. read more

First, the service was among the very best I have seen in Seattle: our server was there only when we needed her and without asking, she was knowledgeable of the menu, never rushed us, the check arrived well after dessert and only when it was clear we were ready. The food was also very good: the steak done to perfection, the tuna well prepared and presented. The weak point was dessert: the red velvet cake was more of a cheese cake. read more

We just had the best dinner at Betty. The steak and chicken were so good, we couldn't decide which was best. We sat at the bar and watched the chefs cook. That really made the dining experience all the better. Service was excellent, everyone was helpful and friendly. A nice upbeat atmosphere. read more

I love Betty and its sister restaurant Crow. The food is always delicious (get the special...and the oysters) nice wines by the glass, and good cocktails. We tend to belly up to the bar and share small plates and several glasses of wine. Reliable deliciousness every time. read more

Decent lamb pasta dish (though it was too salty). The pan seared chicken very moist and cooked just right. Definitely worth the extra wait for it (25 minutes). read more

Hands down some of the best food in Seattle! You say how can the chicken be the best plate....it is, NO DOUBT!! If they ever have their Guinness Ice Cream, be sure to get it as it will knock your socks off. The comment my wife and I made about this place was that the appetizers and main courses are usually the best part of the dinner and most of the time rightfully so, but here they do the best appetizers, great main courses and then the desert beats them all!! Cannot be outdone!! Smaller restaurant than most in Seattle, so gives it a great feel in Fremont! read more

We strolled around lovely downtown Queen Anne on a beautiful Monday night. We sat at the bar. There was a decent crowd and a pleasant buzz of chatter. The bar was mostly full. The silver and glassware were sparkling and clean. Exceptionally so. We got to watch the talented chefs cooking. Love that. On certain days they have 20 lovely bottles of wine for $20. Score! We shared the beet salad and motel mushroom tagliatelle. The roasted beet salad (and I love beets, get them whenever I can) was perfection. Lemon, pistachio and cheese w watercress. Amazing. Best beet salad I've ever had. The tagliatelle was excellent. The folks next to us had halibut and it looked delicious. The next time I looked at the plate it was completely empty. As good as it looked I suppose. Go to Betty's. You won't regret it. read more

Lovely small restaurant atmosphere, with an open kitchen and bar area. My husband and I came for happy hour on a Friday evening. The portions are very generous for happy hour. We got the bruschetta du jour, which was a lovely creamy and jam combination. The smoked salmon carpaccio...so much delicious smoked salmon! My husband loved the pulled pork tacos (growing up in South Carolina, he's very picky about his pulled pork). The duck and pistachio pate was pretty good, but a little harder texture than I like. And the upside-down apricot polenta cake was the perfect end to a lovely meal. It was the right amount of cake to ice cream combination, the perfect amount of moistness and flavor soaked into the cake. We are definitely coming back. The benefit (downside?) to sitting right where the chefs are cooking? All of the food that went looked so delicious that we're definitely coming back to try it all! read more

Oysters during happy hour is a great deal. Clams were a great value as were the beers during happy hour. Stuffed grape leaves were tasty, but a small portion. Skip 'em. read more

Had HH there last night. Service was great, mussels + pork tacos delish. Manhattan spot on. Really cozy on a rainy night.

We came across this place by accident and it is the best! The price and portions are very good and the food taste great. I believe they switch out their menu once a while to offer variety. My boyfriend said they have the best lamb he has ever eaten. The service is great, the food took a while which only shows that it is cooked fresh. We thought that it would be expensive considering the location, vibe, and interior. We are definitely going back for more. read more

Betty is the best! The first time I came I ordered the ribeye with the red wine reduction sauce and it was SO AMAZING that I must confess I haven't been able to bring myself to try anything else the other two times I've dined here! ;-) It comes with super thin and crispy fries, which are also delicious! But I _have_ had some of their other dishes, like their amazing fried green tomatoes (sadly not currently on their menu) as well as their prosciutto wrapped asparagus, and a bite of some one else's pork chops which were very good, but not as good as my steak! ;D One of these days I'll have to try one of their other entrees, but it's going to be hard not to get the ribeye because I KNOW it's going to be fantastic. read more

One of the best burgers in Seattle! Besides that, my wife and I go here often for a pre-dinner drink and cheese plate. Sitting in the bar with the bartender who is always there, and she is great. You can tell her in spirit you like and she will make you something fun and festive, and makes the best rye old fashion on the hill. read more

I went to Bettys with one of my girlfriends and had hell. we regretted going to such a boring, lack of service place where food was not good and service was even worst. Our meal took over 2 hours to come to us because our server forgot to ring our order in. He avoided us until I waved him over and asked him what the hold up was. He lied and told us that it normally takes this long for food. He was rude about it and worst off was there were no managers to speak too. I DO NOT recommend this nasty place at all! read more

Came here on a Tuesday night and practically had the place to ourselves, which was nice, and I certainly can't complain about the pours. Otherwise I would have to say the food was, well, not-above-3-star-worthy. Between 4 of us we ordered the burger, the (only) white bean veggie stew dish, the soup, and the steak frites. The veggie-bean stew was so hot it requires an additional 10-minute wait before eating after reaching the table and didn't end up being worth the scalding- not to mention that $17 is just a little steep for peasant food whose lack of flavor was compensated for with excessive salt and Parmesan. The burger was good, but really, it just wasn't the caliber of meal everyone kind of expected. I've heard good things and will probably give Betty another chance, maybe for happy hour- the place definitely has some cool vibes- but I'll head elsewhere for a stellar meal. read more

I go here often and always have a good experience. Its unassuming from the outside but looks much better on the inside. Great wine list, nice open kitchen, good, solid food. read more

I'd like to give them 2.5, I used to love this place but not anymore. Their quality and prep has gone down. Too bad--another great place jumps the shark. Btw, if you have any doubts-try their frozen frites... read more

We found Betty a couple of years ago and since then have been hooked. They have a great Happy Hour menu. We love the roasted chicken on the main menu you will not be disappointed! read more

Very cool vibe, eclectic menu , food was great, most dinners are under $30. Right in middle of main ave fun hustle bustle.

Called on a busy Friday night when I had a sudden craving for steak. Read reviews on yelp and decided this was the steak to try. I was so right! Freaking delicious Steak Frites. And the kitchenside seating was spectacular. Watching the chefs tonight was amazing. They were slammed but kept composure and everything seemed to run like clockwork. I could tell from overhearing servers that there was a glitch here and there but the chef (expediter tonight???) kept everything moving with a grace I've never seen in such a busy kitchen!! Delicious. Great service. Don't be afraid to go solo!!!! read more

Their chicken was so good it made me mad. Great $20 wine selection Sunday - Tuesday. What a great Queen Anne spot I've somehow missed for the past few years - don't pass this up for a great date spot or a more fun atmosphere at the chef's bar. read more

Pleasant server but slow service. Drinks, when they finally came, were pretty good. Should have ordered the salad. That looked good too. Ordered ravioli for dinner. They came on a bed of kale and were few and small. So it was really kale for dinner. Hungry for dessert and the sundae was, well, poorly presented. Not like the grand reward it should have been for eating kale for dinner. I left hungry and ate some more at home that night. I won't be coming back. read more

Went in with high expectations for the their roasted chicken. When I received it - I was disappointed in the portion size - especially considering the $19 price tag. Overall, the dish tasted great but it left me feeling far from satisfied. Beyond that, the staff and ambience were great. read more

Betty is a great restaurant not only in terms of the food and drink selections, but the emphasis it places on outstanding customer service. A great place to have a wonderful dining experience in a friendly inclusive setting. read more