I joined a friend for happy hour. I ordered the cod po'boy sandwich and a captain's tea. The sandwich was good, not great. The chicken was flavorful and the toppings were fresh, even the bread was tasty. I highly recommend the Aioli and Cajun Mustard--I think they give the sandwich a really good flavor. My only criticism is that I think they should ramp up the temperature of their fryer so their foods are crisper--especially for the fries. And above all else, hang out on the patio. read more

After a solid 2 hours at Half Price Books, we came across the placard for Captain Blacks in front of Stumbling Monk. It was happy hour and they had Po'Boys . . . I AM that easy. I had also run that day, so felt like a bit of fried tastiness was allowable. Since it was just after open the bar was empty with the exception of one other couple. It didn't take us long to decide, since the happy hour menu was priced to please. Two $6 sammies - one chicken & one portobello 'shroom Po' Boy - two $3 draft pints, please. I was expecting "happy hour portions", so was blown away by the the size of the sandwich and accompanying fries. The food was hot fresh, and the ingredients were crisp and flavorful. Service was solid, too. We will surely be back for the chicken and waffles, oyster po'boy, the spacious deck, and the $3 pints. read more

Captain Black's is a great place to take people out... so long as its before the bar rush. The space is limited and while the deck is very roomy the space inside the bar to get your drinks is not. Seating gets rough -- especially on the usual busy nights. Beer list is decent and the bar tenders do a good job at working with the small space that they have to keep the turnaround at the bar high. Make it in for some food and do an early happy hour here. Enjoy all of the fried deliciousness that they have to offer with some beer... and slide out the door before you end up with 4 pairs of elbows in your ribcage while the entire audience somehow gets captivated by Jersey Shore or some other awful junk playing on their TV's. read more

I've walked by Captain Blacks literally hundreds of times, and didn't stop in until just the other day. Why? I'm not sure. With the plethora of bars and restaurants in Capitol Hill, I hadn't had a reason to stop in until last week. While I didn't have anything to eat, the beer selection was good, and my friend's chicken and waffle looked good (although with a bit much on the syrup). The ambiance is the best part, really. The place reminds me of some of the smaller bars I used to frequent in Milwaukee. I love the fact that it's in an old house, and the dim lighting is really cool. I'll definitely be back! read more

*Still one of the best decks in Seattle *Really cool little house with a good vibe and lots of quirky character *Food is actually really good and of course gotta try the chix and waffles read more

Dollar fifty beers?! You can't argue with that. It's a dive bar, so don't expect low lighting and classy people. The chicken and waffles was also pretty awesome! Two great patios (one in front one in back) I'm usually not a fan of the Capitol Hill scene and the corresponding prices, but this place was a refreshing change! read more

Awesome deck, good whiskey on the cheap, and a cleaned-up dive bar feel. All in all, a great place to grab a drink. I didn't have the food, but it looked good. The place seemed a lot cleaner than most "dives" and the food looked like it was better prepared. read more

Two cacophonic hours of aggressively loud music made for a miserable evening here. The patio was too damp to enjoy, so I was trapped inside. I like loud music at shows and clubs - not in the early eve at a local bar when I just want to drinks and conversation. I wouldn't suggest it to anyone, but I might try once more when the patio is an option, since the drinks were okay and the tater tots were crispy. read more

Good solid bar with a patio in the front and back. Because it's set up over a hill, in the back it makes you feel like you're up on a rooftop patio on top of a building. Very pleasant, solid place to get a beer, especially on a summer evening. Haven't tried the food, so can't speak to that. read more

This place was horrible.. the bartenders were very unfriendly.. the deck is awesome... but I wouldn't recommend it to friends.

Captain Black and I brought in the New Year together... Jameson and fried chicken; my mouth is watering right now. I like this place. read more

It's really cozy inside and very clean. They really did a great job with interior Good beer and whiskey selection. I had the fish sandwich, which was excellent. If i lived here i'd become a regular read more

The view is awesome. Great place to grab a drink when the weather is nice. Hipster central. If you go on a Sunday, order a Bloody Mary, do it, just do it! read more

After several happy hour reviews (and one non-eating visit) i took the plunge and made this the meet up location with some friends for Happy Hour. Happy Hour definitely makes this place worth it for the same reasons you've heard before: the much lauded decks and deep fried goodness! The cheese curds for $4 were ever-so-fabulous, followed by a fried cod po-boy. Now these aren't fully accurate New Orleanian po-boys but a decent imitation nonetheless (tartar sauce instead of mayo and definitely a little bit overpriced at $6) I didn't indulge (as I don't eat meat other than fish/seafood) but the fried chicken did look moist, the portion generous - but be warned all you anti-heat individuals, this chicken has some kick! The drinks were poured strong, with the Captain's Tea being a piece de resistance. Other than fried cheese curds, I may not be craving Captain Blacks anytime soon, but will return for the great outdoor seating and cocktails! read more

There's a clear disconnect among the staff here. The doorman checking my ID was friendly and recommended the mojito, a refreshingly friendly guy in the heart of hipsterdome. But things quickly went downhill. I noticed a waitress running around like crazy so I cut her some slack because the deck was full. But a busboy and a bartender both shrugged me off and I finally had to go to the bar to order drinks. The mojito was good, and a strong pour, but it seems to me that you either need a stronger server or you need a busboy and a bartender that can take tables or at least acknowledge people are waiting. Eh. No view of the city alone can compensate for being ignored by staff. read more

Had an event at Fred Wildlife Refuge tonight but needed food so I went across the street to Captain Blacks. I got the fried chicken sandwich with fries and it was tasty! I hope I get a chance to go there again...although I hardly ever go to Cap Hill so...maybe not. read more

Great patio, tasty beverages, delicious waffle- but what's up with the chicken? It looks seasoned, but tastes like nothing at all. I guess that's where the syrup comes in. Big happy hour portions, though. The -1 star was for the tasteless chicken, but I've never had a bad experience here. read more

I like this spot a lot, but the staff are a little unfriendly. It's one of those local joints where the same people always come in and chat with the bartenders at night. That's great and all, but when it impacts your level of service, it's not cool. Most of the times I've been there, the bartenders are trying to get my drink made as quickly as possible so they can go back to their convo with their friends. I will say though that they've got a cool back patio, bingo Wednesday nights, and decent bar food. Again, I'm a sucker for themed bars, so I'd recommend trying it out if you're on the Hill. read more

It's cramped and the service sucks, but you have to be able to appreciate a place that has chicken and waffles on their menu. All the food I've tried is surprisingly good for a dive bar. Parking pretty much sucks, but the bar is more for the people in the neighborhood that can walk there anyway. The deck rocks. On a nice day, get there before the rush and have a drink or two. read more

AAAH! God, you guys, what is the matter with you?! There is no way to say a single good thing about this place that is not immediately smashed to pieces by poor management or idiocy. for example: -outdoor patio!! --no seating -a bar! -- awful beer selection and service -a kind server with a red beard -- every other server is a jerk -food! -- a basket that will have a POOL of oil at the bottom (note: NOT the acceptable and expected amount of oil from fried foods) -and lastly, CHICKEN AND WAFFLES! -- they SUCK If you have time for elaboration/taste bud and money conservation, read on... alright, look, i'm just going to be straight up, this place is EMBARRASSING to have on the hill. a chicken and waffles place was opened up for kitsch value and banked on the fact that cap hill is basically filled with clueless white hipsters who think eating chicken and waffles will earn them hip-culture points. I feel like screaming, "DON'T ANY OF YOU KNOW WHAT CHICKEN AND WAFFLES ARE SUPPOSED TO TASTE LIKE?!" But pretty much everyone here is down with an overly crispy and sugary waffle with a breast (what? only breasts?) thrown on top. Let's talk about their horrendously prepared chicken. The skin is far too crispy (burned in old fryer oil) and over-seasoned so the skin slides off and a river of gross pub oil runs out. Dudes, this is not okay. And i will say that the fried beechers cheese curds are rad, but soooo oily, you risk getting sick. (i really wish a different bar had these.) if ever a REAL chicken and waffles place were to open up in walking/biking distance for these patrons to try, captain blacks would be finished. and maybe even put on trial for gross exploitation and misrepresentation of southern food. ROSCOE'S* PLEASE SAVE US FROM THIS IGNORANCE! *Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles. Look into it. (If ya don't know, now ya know...) read more

I'm pretty sure I'm still full from the massive onion ring serving I split a few weeks ago. The onion rings here are epic! Freshly fried, beer battered and served in one of the biggest portions ever! I'm pretty sure they must have given us ten pounds of onions. It's INSANE! And what made these delectable, highly seasoned, perfectly crispy onion rings even better? The spicy, aoli-esque sauce that we requested. SO GOOD! Slightly spicy, slightly tangy, very smokey and creamy. It went perfectly with the onion rings as well as the (only okay) side of fries we ordered (we were feeling healthy). Epic onion rings aside, I had an okay experience here. They have a pretty sweet deck with a pretty sweet view. Service was okay.... it was a warm, Friday night and the place was packed, but there were some pretty long waits where our server was AWOL. The two Margaritas I had were insanely different from one another. The first was pretty tart and limey, but the second was PERFECT! An amazing blend of citrus, salt, sweet and Tequila! While I wasn't wowed (onion rings and one Margarita aside) I'll definitely be back. They have Chicken and Waffles on the menu! Oh how I miss Roscoe's down in L.A.!!! The food in general all looked good and so long as my Margaritas in the future are on par with the second one I had, I'll be a happy camper. read more

cool bar, with easy going vibes. great deck space and good drinks.

Some friends and I stopped by on New Year's Eve to grab a drink and ended up having one of the best times of our lives! There was no cover and they had a DJ playing all the cuts all night! There were a lot of people but it was not too crowded and everyone was really friendly and cool. We were able to easily get drinks, unlike your typical NYE party. The heated patio was also a plus! They had a big screen tv that showed the countdown. When it hit midnight,everyone hugged each other and we danced the night away! I'm not sure if they usually have a DJ or how the food is, but it seems like a cool spot to have a raw good time. read more

This place is filthy! Always smells like PEE and the patio is the pits. Awful food. A blight on the neighborhood.

Went here to celebrate a friends birthday and I was disappointed. We decided to go here because we needed a chicken and waffle fix. This place isn't convenient for parties for 4+. It's a small area and you have to fend for your own seating. This place is a no go when it's a hot day there's no air conditioning and there's never enough clean glasses available to get yourself some water. Sure the place is called Captain Blacks so you would think they would have more chicken and waffle plates and combos. No, they just have one. Their menu consist of a whopping 5 items. The chicken was burnt and dry, good chicken is supposed to be crispy and juicy especially if it's supposed to be the highlight of the menu. Enough said. read more

Not horrible, but your typical dive bar in a questionable area! I came here for happy hour with my roommate, and we got a pitcher of beer and wings, mac&cheese bites, and french fries. The patio is great too, but has a little funky mismatched decor going on! read more

I am not sure how this place is going to survive the winter months or even fall months for that matter. I remember passing by this place when it was in construction mode and being jealous that it was not going to be my bar but I am seriously changing my tune now. This place has so much potential to be something so cool especially considering that it is so close to Stumbling Monks with their over the top rad beer selection and low key environment. This bar however is a total sausage fest. The deck is amazing but the establishment is understaffed and once the rain comes good luck getting a seat inside, if you do be prepared to have your space invaded due to closet sized quarters. read more

**** these guys. The west-facing deck is great, and the service is -4 stars. The attitude of the staff is, "we don't even want your freaking tips," and given that there's no table service and you order at the bar, you wonder why the front-of-the-house folks even show up to work. Oh, BTW. They carded me, and I'm almost sixty years old. If you're not smart enough to figure out that I'm not nineteen, you're not smart enough for me to entrust you to pour me a drink. Did I mention that I'm usually a good tipper? #CeeLoGreensBiggestHit. read more

If you are a person that likes it in the front and in the back, then Captain Blacks is for you! I can not think of another place on the Hill with two decks: a small shady deck in the front and a big scenic deck in the back. Both decks have gas heaters and are often loaded with friendly people. I end up meeting new friends every time I come here. The happy hour is cheap and worth a visit as you are waiting for the traffic to die down. I am from Nashville, I have lived in Dallas and in Memphis...all good Southern cities. I had never heard of chicken and waffles until I moved to Seattle. What is up with this obsession? I don't understand it, but I am happy to join in! The chicken here was well fried, I like my chicken a bit more moist and crispy. But I'm not mad, especially when I have a waffle waiting! If you really want to have some fun, meet some crazy people and take post worthy pics, then come to Captain Blacks during the Seafair weekend toward the end of June. Many people will be dressed up as pirates and will be absolutely excited to take a pic with you! Fun! read more

Everybody should know by now that this is the spot to be on a sunny day. Conan fucked it up with his answer to the question, "what is best in life". While I'm a fan of crushing my enemies/seeing said enemies driven before me/listening to the women lament I'm probably more of a fan of crushing an order of cheese curds with my teef, driving ungodly amounts of fairly priced booze into my expanding gullet and listening to beautiful Seattle women I'll never have a chance with talk about the newest electro thrash grunge pop collective. Also sun. It's still weird to me that there's such a paucity of places with rad decks in this city but as long as there's a shortage Captain Black's is the deck to be at. read more

My friends and I used to come to this place all the time. It has a nice rear deck and reasonably good prices on pitchers. The bouncers are a menace, however. At 1:40 last night they decided to kick everyone out, forcefully. I had a friend who got in late from out of town and we were catching up over a couple of pints, which the bouncer grabbed out of our hands and poured out. He proceeded to stare me down and push me towards the door. Then another bouncer dragged me to the door and threatened to thrown me down the stairs! Don't come here unless you want to risk assault by the staff for no reason. read more

Made a stop at Captain Blacks after the Elite Event at HG lodge. Thanks to the staff who worked so hard to accommodate all of us yelpers. We got a little bit of everything on the happy hour menu plus their famous chicken and waffles. Loved all of it. Its definitely food that I would try and avoid eating on a regular basis but it was a delicious treat. I really enjoyed the cozy ambiance of this capitol hill bar. It was so cute and hidden I never even realized that it was there. So glad that I tried this place :) read more

Dive bar but a good one. On friday night, it was clearly a popular place to be, but it wasnt crowded either. Perfect combo. I liked the nautical theme and the staff was super friendly. Also, the movies they play are interesting to follow. The one I got was so unusual and funny that it was hypnotic. Loved it. Also the balcony is great! If only it hadn't been raining. one problem: food service was very very slow. read more

Ever since Oak town, I have me a bad case of a hankering for chicken and waffles. And you know what? I still have it. When I heard there was chicken and waffles, I actually put on pants, kicked the laptop aside and ambled down to fulfill my destiny. What I was faced with was a ten dollar slab of fried chicken and a leggo-my-eggo. It would've been fine if the price was lower, especially for small portions. The crowd booed, there was a laugh track, and all the viagra in the world could not make me excited to eat that particular dish again. The drinks were good, however, and despite of some reviews of poor service, I thought they were exceptional. So, 3 stars. Although, I had to order a plate of onion rings (good) and mac and cheese (real good) to satiate the basic needs of an empty belly. But will Seattle ever have a decent chicken and waffles dish? Only time will tell... read more

Ok I have this new event Sunbathing and Boozing Party. Waiting for the Sun in Seattle to shine on the back deck of this establishment with fellow yelpers enjoying cocktails. Not a bad way to spend a lazy sunday spring afternoon. You guys gotta come and join us !! read more

I love Pirates, drinking and outdoor seating. How can you go wrong? Good drinks, friendly people and decent food. All around, one of my new favortie places. read more

I love the atmosphere- makes me feel like I'm in Disneyland except for instead of children and people dressed like Disney characters there are adults smoking cigarettes and people dressed like hipsters!!! I've never had the food there but the drink specials are great and the staff is friendly. I went there this summer and while they have a huge outdoor deck, the bar area seemed really cramped despite the fact it was totally empty. I definitely hope to come back although probably as a stop on my way somewhere else. read more

I have been here twice now. First time it was sunny and we enjoyed the great deck. Had the Captain's tea and the fried cheese curds. Both were really good. Next time it was night and chilly, so we sat inside. I ordered the chicken and waffles and tried to figure out what is on the wallpaper. (It's some combo of the North American continent and ships.) The chicken and waffles were so GOOD. Spicy and sweet and juicy chicken. Try them! Someone else had the onion rings, which were also really good-crunchy and good ratio of onion to batter. (Please note that there is practically nothing "good" for you on the menu.) I look forward to my next visit to Captain Blacks! read more

Before the opening, I heard it'd be a dog-friendly bar. So we went...just to find out it wasn't so much. Bummer.

If you're lucky enough to find the entrace to this place, GO INSIDE. (In my defense, it was dark, and they have no outside signage except for a little black/white street-foldy sign) The atmosphere makes me think it belongs in Ballard, but I'm glad it's not. I had the Chicken Po' Boy. OMG, seriously... OMG... YUM. The bread used was incredible! I love the toppings, i've nevered had a po'boy w/ pickles on it. Their fries are seasoned w/ something magical and spicey. My BF had the chicken and waffles and liked it (though it could have used 1 more piece of chicken). I'm definetly getting that next time. We split an order of fried pickle speares. I'm not really sure why you only get 3 spears. 4 is a much easier number to split. But, regardless, they were yummy (warning: HOT when delivered, don't burn your face). I wanna go back... and SOON. read more