Not the same as the the '80s. Hamburger's were thick and hand made. Burgers today seemed like a Costco patty that was pressed on the grill. The hand cut fries came darker than normal. My husband's coat still smells bad of old oil. You have to pay extra for any condiments other than ketchup, that's including your burger. They were very friendly though. While the tables seemed clean. The counter was cluttered and bulk items were being stored next to our table. read more

Made it back since COVID. Great burger. Great Fish n Chips French fries are still the best in Seattle. Get extra tartar for fries read more

Went today for lunch, got the double with bacon meal...I inhaled it in about 8 minutes it was so good. If you're looking for quintessential American food with no frills go here. Expect to pay about 12 dollars plus for a meal, but regardless the food was legit. Service was great too. read more

South of Downtown Seattle (SoDo maybe?) is this smallish throwback to a simpler time burger joint. There's a good-size parking lot with a coffee shack in it. Service is counter-walkup and the dining room has about 12-15 tables. Staff was super friendly and helpful with the menu (even recommended the super delicious banana milkshake - it paired well with the "special"). The Special is a double-meat cheeseburger with bacon, fries and a drink all for $9.99. Such a good deal! The burger is a frozen, out-of-the-box variety but the team as By's work some magic with it and I'd stand it up against any hand-made patty anywhere. The premium bacon was cooked perfectly and placed generously on the burger. The fries were traditional skin-on and deep fried. This isn't a romantic spot and wouldn't have room for a group but if you're looking for a SOLID burger joint and you happen to be in this industrial blue-collar area you couldn't go wrong here. read more

By's - The "special" = double bacon cheeseburger, fries & drink - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Called in a to go order. The lady who answered it was cheerful and said it'd take just 5 minutes. We arrived and was greeted upon entering. My boyfriend and I got the hamburger, Hawaiian burger, fries, curly fries and butterscotch milk shake. All were tasty and of good ol diner quality. Fries were crunchy, curly fries well seasoned and the shake was perfect for a sunny day and mid day pick me up. We came to satisfy our burger fix and this place fulfilled that. read more

By's - Hawaiian Orignal Burger. It's better than it looks here! - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place has some really good food! I usually like beer batter but these were actually very good. They were crispy after getting home and the fish quality was good. I will be back to try the burgers. read more

I don't think I'd been to By's in forever. In this city where everything's changing constantly and so quickly, it's really wonderful to see some things can remain. Just walking in was great. There aren't many burger joints that smell like fresh grilled burgers. Their food was fresh, not greasy & not dry. Why?! Please tell me how did we ever eat one of those tasteless burgers thrown out the window of a drive through. read more

By's is a relic of the burger drive-ins of the 60's and 70's. One thing that differentiated By's was to offer fish & chips as well. I've been eating here through the years and they still do great fish & chips and milk shakes. Nicely panko breaded and nicely browned tender fish. Perfectly salted rustic fries. Cole slaw and a variety of milkshakes, including creamsicle. Quick and friendly service. Ambiance? It's an old drive-in that they closed the front in with store doors! Prices were never a bargain unless you consider the quality of their food. I'd say they are well worth it compared to other fish & chip joints in Seattle. read more

Burgers are not too bad but probably because they are stuffed with fri sauce. Fries are very greasy Turkey club came out very soggy. Can't say I won't visit again read more

Was planning to go to ivers for lunch seafood but there isn't much options in the industrial district. Looks from the outside was uninspiring (next to waste management and lady bug barista). They also keep the same look since 1954. Definitely a destination location. Also for blue collar workers to grab a bite. I had the fish sandwich. Probably one of the best I had and reasonably price. They also serve burgers. Would definitely be back to have the fish sandwich again. read more

Good burgers, fries and shakes. Service a little slow but they cook to order. Would do it again.

I had multiple items missing from my order and ended up with food poising. I will never eat there again. The fish was okay but tarter was rancid and terrible service, My order was messed up twice and just left. read more

Very good Milkshakes and Service, the Lady is very welcoming and friendly. Reasonably priced chicken strips and tasty Fish & chips. An old school Americana Diner, it's like walking into a time capsule, (which I thought was awesome.) Above average from your typical Burger/fish & chips joint. They're pretty fast with consistent regulars, (which is a good sign.) Note this place is probably older than me so don't get discouraged from the faded paint, (the inside is nice & clean.) read more

By's - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I got a HUGE fish sandwich here. It was a greasy hug. I can understand and personally appreciate SODO's love for this place now. Fairly priced. Like how you would actually want McDonalds to taste when you cave on your desire. read more

Wasn't real busy when I came here for lunch, but the food was good. I had the fish and chips, and milkshake. The place is a bit run down, but that's typical of these old burger joints. Two of the other customers in line were on a first name basis with the owners. The only real bummer is that this place is across the street from the transfer station, so it stinks outside. read more

Bye-bye to By's! Probably for all eternity. Sniff, sniff, sniff. What is that smell? Is it furniture polish? No. Sniff, sniff, sniff. Is it dirty socks? No, not that...sniff sniff sniff. Oh! It's a mop sitting in a bucket of dirty water in the corner over there. Bye bye to to those horribly salty onion rings, which are mostly just batter anyway. And the tarter sauce - was there anything in it besides mayonnaise? Didn't seem so. And adios to the "double deluxe burger" that came with skinny Burgerville-like patties (though I think Burgerville burgers taste much better, that's perhaps just a little of my pro-PDX bias creeping in here). My By burger came with a mooshy bun, mooshy tomato and mooshy onion. Mooshy mooshy mooshy! . However, not all is lost. The chocolate shake was actually very good, both in flavor and texture. And following the advice I got from "Tart" on SE Division in Portland, I blew into my hand to alleviate the shake-induced brain freeze. And you know what, it works! read more

I didn't know what to expect before eating at By's. I certainly knew it wouldn't be award winning... and I also knew it wouldn't be some spotless, classy joint... but I was SUPER impressed! Growing up my family would stop in at a small, sticky burger joint on the way home from ski trips. I loved the food. It couldn't compare to something Tom Douglas would create but I never expected it. It's been years and years since I've eaten at that place and my experience at By's yesterday reminded me of the good ol' days. The place was practically empty when we walked in and although it wasn't clean enough you could eat off the floor, it was very tidy and didn't smell at all. (like I had read in some reviews.) It was a toss up between a bacon burger and fish n chips...so we got both! The fish was super fresh, the batter was hot and crispy and the burger was awesome. If I worked in SODO I'd frequent this spot. The service was also great and it was better than I'd expected. read more

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Great food? No, not by any stretch of the taste buds. A good greasy and satisfying treat every once in a while? Absolutely and that's why you come to a fish and chip joint like By's only on occasion to eat food you know you really shouldn't but love anyway. I can understand the lack of appreciation of this place because of the location, decor, seating, service and everything else. It's nothing to write home about but it's certainly got its appeal and for me, that means fish and chips served with an icy cold Coke. I know it's not for everyone but I actually think their food isn't half bad and it's working man authentic - just like a heart attack should be. read more

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Stopped in for a burger about 12:45pm. The place wasn't very busy, the lady at the counter was really nice and there was one person back running the grill. Food was made when you ordered it so it was hot! The fries were my favorite - they are the kind with the peels still on them on the end! Yum! I remember this place when I was a kid, although I'm sure owners have changed but the burgers are still great! Didn't try their fish and chips, but maybe next time!! read more

A cute, warm and friendly lil piece of WA's small town diners is here (not exactly relocated, but it's the feeling that counts). Local workers, as well as truckers, come by here often. Kim(?), the short, sweet and spunky looking asian cashier was warm and friendly. I was just passing by on the light rail and decided to do a short walk from SoDo station for some fries... these were like Dick's fries taken to the next level, yo! A bit more delicious and thicker cuts. All they're missing now is some Jailhouse Rock and Lollipop playing the airwaves. read more

I couldn't decide between a burger or fish & chips so the recco was a fish sandwich. It was SOOOOO good, I inhaled it. The ladies working there are super, super nice. Awesome food. Great customer service. I'll be back for sure!! read more

By's - BY's restaurant - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yummy onion rings, good (if you like greasy and delicious) fries. Friendly service that remembers you when you come in. read more

It looks like a shit hole from the outside, definitely dated on all accounts. Practically no where to sit, no where to park, but the food is delicious! I had the fish & chips, and a couple bites of my boyfriends cheeseburger, and all I want to do is go back and try one of everything. read more

By's - Lou's special - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Been going here for years. A favorite of local area workers. Great people and excellent food for a really reasonable price.

Excellent Food very fast service Milkshakes are extremely good prices are affordable for Seattle area

Second time here (a month apart) and By's FISH & CHIPS are the BEST in Seattle no doubt, but I've had some F&C from the others claiming to be the best and BY's is the best in the west coast! Restaurant isn't up to date but who cares! And the Butterscotch Shake..Amazing read more

By's - Couldn't remember to take a picture of my food so here's a pic of the outside - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The food is ok, not the best. The sauce added to the burgers tastes rather odd... something's off about the A1 sauce added. Just can't wrap my finger around it. A1 sauce is normally for steak. Writing this as I'm eating The service is ok. The food overall is wayyyyy to expensive. 7.99 for just the burger and when the bill came out, it was $23 for 2 (my gf and I) WITHOUT the drinks. I almost choked lol Recommend? No. Good food? It's ok. Service: ok... read more

A great greasy-spoon burger joint. Friendly service. Large portions. I was surprised about how big my single burger was. The sauce they use is amazing! My Oreo milkshake hit the spot -- and there had to have been at least 10 choices of shakes to choose from. I know people swear by Dick's, but I would take this place over them any day. Not artisan, by any means, but hits the spot for a classic burger and shake. read more

This is place has fantastic burgers and a fish meal that to great. Fries are perfect, veggies are fresh, great burger buns. A bit divey, but not in a bad way at all, more like the place that your grandfather took you to after taking you for a haircut in Saturday morning when you were 8. They take cash and credit and the service is fast. I like to grab a burger here if I stop by the elephant car wash or if my wife and I are headed to Earth Wise. read more

It's been several years since I've been in this part of town! Back in the day I used to Chow at By's! I would say it's been approximately two decades. Luckily they didn't disappoint, I had the Hawaiian BBQ Burger and the fries have always been top notch. I finished it off with a strawberry milkshake which was incrediblely delicious! read more

It's been several years since I'd last eaten at By's. When I went in this past Friday I noticed some things just don't change. Fried mushrooms are made in house with their own batter and breading. Salads made to order with unevenly sized hand torn lettuce. (Know how I know? Because they weren't uniform in size nor were there any dry edges, which equals prepacked... :) Also forgot they don't bake their breadsticks, they're deep-fried. Solid lunch spot near my office. Delish. Note- don't try to take pictures of their menu. Cashierist said I wasn't allowed to, even though I tried to explain that I just wanted a menu shot since they were out of their to-go menus. Go figure. read more

By's - Fried mushroom caps and chicken caesar salad with fried breadsticks - Burgers Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Pretty good special. Friendly people. Places looks clean out front. Quick. Food tastes decent.

YUMMY! I've been by this place several times. So when I was craving a burger and saw it on Door Dash I decided to give them a try. I got the single cheeseburger, fries and a BUTTERSCOTCH milkshake. I didn't think anyone did butterscotch milkshakes anymore. It was amazing. Everything was amazing. The burger was perfectly cooked with fresh, crisp veggies (even after delivery), the fries thick cut skin on not greasy and the perfect amount of salt. Did I mention the milkshake? It reminds me of those small burger shacks from my childhood. Just good food. I will absolutely go back and I highly recommend. read more

Best fish sandwich in town. Crispy, fresh, flakey with perfect condiments. I get there as often as I can.

I used to eat here often in the early 80's when I worked downtown. I loved their burgers and fish. Sad I don't go by them anymore.

Fair Warning: Do not expect any life altering burger experiences here. The service was excellent. The woman was pleasant and welcoming so if this was just a customer service review then I would give them all the stars. I come from a land where I can get a juicy and fat beef burger that oozes with melty cheese, explodes with crispy lettuce and bacon, and crunches with every bite into its magical bun that is somehow crispy and soft all at the same time. Best of all this fabulous burger could be cooked to order - that's right, you can get it medium rare folks - and came with fries for the total sum of $6.00. Yes, that is not a typo. Unfortunately, By's double cheeseburger tastes and looks like the close, almost twin-like, brother of the BK Whopper. On the plus side, when you get your burger from By's it actually looks the BK Whopper when it is photographed as opposed to any Whopper you'd actually receive at BK. I did appreciate how everything at By's was made right there to order and found the veggies on the burger to be fresh and crispy. The fries were also good as well. Again, nothing earth shattering. I spent a little over 10 dollars for the burger, fries, and drink which basically makes it equivalent to fast food-ville. By's burger is just a burger. It does not leave you wanting more; however, it also shouldn't have you feeling all sad panda that you wasted your money because it is not a waste. If it is on your way and you want a burger, then go for it. However, if you are craving the kind of burger you will want to eat every day for the rest of your life I would keep on driving. read more

Reminds me of the delicious burgers and fries I used to eat at small burger joints in California! Hands down better than Dicks or Quick pick!! The people are very friendly read more

Well cooked burger, crispy onion rings, and fast friendly service. Will definitely be visiting again!

I don't write review but I got the mushroom burger from here and it was so juicy and the Swiss cheese was so yummy this was really good burger, so had to say my opinion!! Definitely going to come back hands down ! read more

This place has always had really great customer service that's always kept me happy and coming back. The food is great and it's not super expensive. The burgers are always juicy , have tons of flavor and they're not small. Sometimes I get the fish and chips when I'm not feeling a burger and even those are delicious, they're hand breaded and crispy just the way I like em! When I got the super munchies and I'm tryna smack off on a big burger I get the King Louis but can never finish it. It's a half pound burger with bacon , ham and egg in it. Come eat here it's great lol read more