Great State Burger

I love fried chicken so i had really high hopes, but honestly thought the sides were so mid…read more Chicken was good, reminded me of Popeyes tbh.. but it was very seasoned coating, soft chicken, not dry at all. The mac n cheese was very confusing which is why I had to put it to 4 stars. Got takeout

Overall Rating: 3.8 Atmosphere: 4.0 | Service: 3.0 | Food:…read more3.5 | Beer: 4.0 | Price Per Bite: 3.7 Had heard good things about Fat Shack, and overall, it was a decent burger joint. The hoagie-style sandwiches had a bit too much filler and not enough meat for my liking. Service was okay, but big points for being open at 11 p.m.! The beer was ice cold, with a great selection to choose from. Overall, a decent late-night stop!

Bar area (very tiny)

Fried cheesecake

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Deep-Fried Cheesecake bites

Von's 1000Spirits

4.5(4.3k reviews)

0.2 mi•Downtown

Sebastian was an amazing host, guided me through the order. Excellent food and atmosphere.read more

Everything was awesome from the food to the service! Highly recommended!!!!! Definitely try the…read moreburgers

0.8 mi•Chinatown, Chinatown International District

Decor interior

Mediterranean Vegan Sourdough Pasta

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Beautiful bar area

Gangnam Seattle

4.4(130 reviews)

This little place is awesome!!! It was clean and inviting. We are so glad we stopped here for…read morelunch. The beef bulgogi was delicious. It was perfect for feeding two of us. The service was handled by a very kind Asian woman. She was very polite, helpful and we hardly waited. Would return without question. We really enjoyed our meal here.

Started with the garlic popcorn chicken here. Despite being drenched in sauce, it actually retained…read morea good crunch on the outside. There was no garlic at all, but what I did get was a pretty large appetizer that did its job and more. The main dish, the hotstone beef bibimbap, was a lot worse. Firstly, this came with ground beef rather than the beef slices I was expecting. The rice at the bottom was dry like it should be in a clay pot, but lacking really any of that slightly-burnt, hard qualities that makes a clay pot rice what it is. It just tasted dry. But the ground beef was probably the worst part. It was dry, lacking in really any seasoning, and the portion was tiny. I'd finished the beef with still half the bowl remaining. This was not a bibimbap I would come back to at all. Overall, there are way too many better places in the international district for me to ever recommend this. 5/10

How inside the restaurant looks now. This location has gone thru several owner/name changes over the last 3 years or so.

Bulgogi and rice

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Old Stove Brewing - Pike Place

4.3(1.5k reviews)

0.4 mi•Downtown

Came in on a Friday night and learned that Old Stove Brewing gets busy for a reason! All the…read moreoutdoor tables were full when we arrived at 6, so we put our name on the list for inside and waited about 30 minutes. The oysters were the main draw for me, and they were totally worth the visit. Old Stove serves them with a savory watermelon sauce in addition to a traditional cocktail sauce--eaten together, it's a flavor explosion that I can't quite describe. We also enjoyed the garlic everything fries, which were delicious! We just had to try a flight to sample the brews. There are some really good beers available here, especially the Belgian blonde, citra pale ale, and the stout. I did not really care for the seasonal sour (grapefruit, I think)--to me, it just tasted like a sour and nothing more, but someone with more interest in sour beers would probably enjoy it just fine. Despite the busy night, our server checked on us regularly and was very personable, stopping to chat with us about the local sports scene. There's plenty to look at, inside and out. If you can snag a seat outside, you'll get to enjoy the waterfront. Inside, the decor is industrial but fun. Not sure if this runs all the time, but when we were there, the tvs were playing vintage beer ads, which was quite fun. They also sell some pretty good t-shirt designs. Overall, Old Stove Brewing is the perfect combo of good location, good food, and good beer. Definitely recommend a visit when in the Pike Place area!

We can't here a long time ago when they were just pretty new on Pikes Place. We enjoyed it and…read morethought we'll come back for some beers and food. Outside seating is first come first serve and inside seating you have to see a hostess. We started outside and saw someone leaving and circle them like vultures. We got lucky, it was 4th of July weekend, so it was busy! We ordered pizza for the table and for my toddler. It was really good! He loves the pepperoni. My order was the salmon burger. They used a good slab of coho, nicely seasoned with a aioli. The fries were crunchy and nice. I shared with my husband and it was just right, since we had a bunch of apps at the market. We also got a round of beers. Or in my case I got their hard seltzer, which wasn't too bad, I would probably just get a light beer next time. Service was great outside! Also you get the nice breeze, they also had heaters on top. Picnic style tables and quick service!

0.7 mi•Chinatown, Chinatown International District

Huge dining room and seating outside as well.

Poblano Mac n cheese

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Outside patio

Aloha Plates

3.9(266 reviews)

Ordering was easy and fast, I got the Katsu Loco Moco, and it was an excellent, filling meal. I was…read moresurprised by the amount of chicken katsu that was given. It was a crispy delight, and not soggy at all. Lots of white rice was given as well. Only thing was the gravy was pretty light and thin, but I think it was supposed to be this way because it was somewhat pineapple flavored. Eating this meal inside the food court was interesting, with the bustling atmosphere. Overall I would go back to try their other plates.

Located inside of Uwajimaya (#1), Aloha Plates brings a mix of Hawaiian comfort food to the…read morediverses offerings to food court lineup. It's not my favorite Hawaiian by any stretch, but it definitely does the job for visitors to the food hall. Since the seating can be a little limited at lunch time, the first challenge is just simply finding a spot to sit. Avoiding the peak lunch hour is recommended, but this probably be better if traveling in a group. When in doubt, take it to-go. Teriyaki chicken ($14) is one of their most popular dishes and an obvious nod to Seattle's thriving scene. Their katsu loco moco ($16) is hearty with the gravy, but sometimes a bit too heavy with the green onions. Personally, I'm a fan of the kalua pork ($13.50) and the spam and eggs ($11.50), but the garlic shrimp ($18) was a bit lackluster. They also serve burgers, which are actually a bit underrated. Their double cheeseburger ($11) features nice size patties with a goop of American cheese. The musubi is nearly $4 each, but are also mini-bricks of spam and rice. Lastly, it doesn't take much to realize the prices might feel a bit high here. They're even higher on the website, which i would recommend using for most folks, but recently I noticed various selections are listed for hundreds of dollars each. Unless this is a catering order, it's just another example of another oversight. ____________ (#1) Uwajimaya is dope: https://www.yelp.com/biz/uwajimaya-seattle

Top: *Short Ribs plate Left: $1.50 *Mac Salad Bottom: *ONO plate - chicken teriyaki & one short rib

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Mac Salad

McCoys Firehouse Bar & Grill

3.9(281 reviews)

0.4 mi•Pioneer Square

We stumbled across McCoy's on Yelp. Came up #16 on the search (read, People, it pays to keep…read morescrolling!). We were looking for lunch in the Pioneer Square area. Reviews looked promising for good bar food. We were overly delighted with lunch! First, the ambiance is retro Seattle with the old brick, harkening back to the 70s when my parents took me to the big city from the west side of Puget Sound. Wait staff was very welcoming, friendly and attentive. But the food! Wow! I like my food served hot (who doesn't?!) and it was hot. Juicy burger and piping hot. The burger was cooked to perfection. Deliciously salty and juicy! I also ate the entire bun (no, Susan, I don't usually eat the bun)! I don't understand why there isn't a line of people wrapped around the corner waiting to get into this place. Perhaps there is when it isn't a Thursday afternoon? Oh yeah, we liked the beer and the prices! Whoa! These were not Seattle prices. Maybe not the 70s prices either, but so reasonable! We will be back!

Never been there before so we tried it at first we had to wait a little longer for our menu it was…read morebusy and we can tell it was just 1 waitress but once we got started she was good our drinks came out fast and our steaks were delicious and very hot and fresh. Everything was perfect. It's a bar but yes you can still bring in your family :)

1.5 mi•Central District, Capitol Hill

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Ox Burger

4.5(209 reviews)

Amazing flavor, Good sauce…read more Interesting vibe to stop by with friends I will go back Service was good

Food: The Laotian burger and fish burger were surprisingly delicious. We also ordered fries. You…read morecan order without salt which I highly recommend. Fries were crispy and a good portion. My only complaint is that the burger was a bit too salty. Service: It was mid. They messed up on our orders and instead of replacing it, she just walked away. They ask for tips which is odd because you have to go to the counter and order and clean the table yourself. They only bring the food and I'm guessing that has more to do with the lack of space. A tip shouldn't be asked. Also when we ordered, we didn't know thy would bring out the meal so we stood inside for a while. They don't take your name or give you a buzzer so I'm not sure how they can keep track. Lastly, it took a while for us to get our food. It wasn't that busy but it looked like there was only one cook. Ambiance: the inside is TINY but it's a vibe. It's small and oddly shaped but the ceilings are high and it's sort of an industrial open concept. They have a small seating outside and a bigger patio seating on the side street. Napkins, utensils and ketchup are all the table which makes it easier. But the place gets packed so you might not even get a seat. Overall: I'd go back because the burgers were that good. But it's not going to be my go-to spot mainly because of the service.

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Lao burger (Insta: @badtothebite)

Golden Roosters

4.6(111 reviews)

0.4 mi•Pioneer Square

If you like your chicken Fresh & Hot this is the spot for you my friend!…read more Honestly this place was not what we were expecting but it's a little dive bar that it seems like gets very crowded on game nights! The chicken is serve hot and that's a good thing because you can tell how fresh it is! When you bite into your chicken and grease pops out you know it's fresh!

Cool late night spot. Can't say I like the chicken but demmm noodles been running through my mind…read more Service is subpar

0.7 mi•Chinatown, Chinatown International District

4 piece Dark, two thighs, two drumsticks with some Buffalo sauce

Fries at the bar

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Joe's Bar and Grill

3.5(128 reviews)

Overall Rating: 4.5 Atmosphere: 4.5 | Service: 5.0 | Food:…read more4.0 | Cocktails: 4.2 | Price Per Drink: 3.9 Joe's Bar is a great little dive bar right off the tram on the strip! Good drinks, decent food, and the pull tabs were a blast, even though we didn't win much. We enjoyed it so much we came back twice! All the bartenders provided excellent service. Drinks could be a tad stronger, but overall, a fantastic spot to hang out. Plus, they're open late, late, late! Definitely worth a stop!

Literally just sat at the bar waiting for the bar tender to even look my way for 15 minutes. He…read morecould literally help everyone else walking up to the bar rather tend to those that posted up at the bar other than his groupies down at the other end where he spent his time just blabbing away. I definitely won't be coming back after being ignored and overlooked. Pathetic service! Idc that it's a bar like tf is wrong with this guy. Doesn't seem lgbtqa friendly What was convenient about this place is if I wanted a burger before work, as I work nights. I could stop in with enough time to grub up, have a drink l, and then be off to work by train. I think I'll take that habit of doing so 2-3 times a week elsewhere here on out

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Sluggers Seattle

3.6(187 reviews)

0.6 mi•SoDo

Sluggers is one of my favorite pre and post game watering holes. It can get absolutely packed, but…read morethe bartenders are fast, friendly, and incredibly good at what they do. There are a few booths against the wall and bar stools (at the bar), they also have an upstairs area. If you time it right, you can usually find seating. If you go just before or after a game, expect to stand with your drink.

A big shoutout to Slugger's for being one of the few restaurants that still knows the meaning of…read moreCustomer Service. They made a minor mistake on my sandwich which they immediately fixed. Now most restaurants would have left it at that and called it good. Slugger's went the extra mile and took it off the bill.

Slugger Burger

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Irvin E.

1 year ago

I had high hopes for Great State Burger, but my experience was disappointing. The burger was overcooked and dry, lacking the juicy flavor I expected. The toppings seemed wilted, and the fries were soggy and under-seasoned. The service was slow, and the staff didn't seem particularly attentive. The atmosphere was cramped and noisy, making it hard to enjoy my meal. Overall, Great State Burger failed to deliver on its promise and left me feeling underwhelmed. read more

John A.

2 years ago

This place is indeed a RIP OFF! Ordered cheese burgers for my family. They are the size of a kids happy meal burger at McDonalds. No lettuce, tomatos or pickles? Good crinkle fries good and plenty. With drinks and a tip the bill came to over 74 dollars?? Really disappointing. They can do better than that. read more

Richard E.

3 years ago

Great burger joint with a great selection! I tried several burgers and each one was amazing. The meat was tender and juicy and the toppings created interesting flavor combinations. The service was top notch and the prices were quite reasonable. Highly recommend! read more

Isaak T.

1 year ago

Came in on 4/3/25 @ 1:00pm . The person taking our order had a horrible attitude. Horrible first experience, paid for a soda and he forgot so I had to grab the cup myself. read more

Joe S.

327

3 years ago

So disappointing. Somehow the name drew me in. I thought with a name like that they must be better than McDonald's. Nope! Oh well.

Christie H.

2 years ago

Overpriced. Ridiculous. The absolute definition of highway robbery. Nothing special at ALL to charge those prices.

kiz k.

4 years ago

I stopped in with my family and they were very nice I did not try a burger but there fry's are amazing!!!

Zander D.

4 years ago

just the tables are close to my stomach!

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So here I am, almost through week two of radiation, and for the first time in weeks, I'm actually…read morestarting to feel a little hungry I figured I'd treat myself. Nothing fancy, just a burger and a shake from Lil Woody's Burgers & Shakes. Honestly, I was pretty excited about it. When you're going through cancer treatment and food has become more of a chore than something to enjoy, actually WANTING to eat something is a pretty big deal. So I placed my order through DoorDash and waited... and waited... and waited some more. Finally, after a ridiculous amount of time, my DoorDash driver messages me to say someone had stolen my order. ARE YOU FUCKING KIDDING ME? HOW THE FUCK IS THAT MY PROBLEM?! Seriously, the first time in weeks I've actually been excited about eating something, and this is what happens. I realize to most people it's just a burger and a shake, but when you're going through radiation and chemo, sometimes it's the smallest things you look forward to. And today, that little bit of excitement was a fucking burger. Thanks, Lil Woody's. Really appreciate it, way to go above and beyond, also thanks for letting people steal my order than sticking me with the bill, you all are POS What a shitshow

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