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I visited Triangle Spirits for a Friday lunch after hearing about how great their fried chicken is. It wasn't very busy at all - it's probably more of a place for the evening and late night crowd given their well stocked inventory of alcohol and spirits. I believe food is made to order, so it took a good 20 minutes before my order arrived. Fried Chicken Sandwich, Nashville Style ($19) - This sandwich is pretty simple in terms of ingredients - a buttery and toasted, fluffy bun, a couple of pieces of iceberg lettuce, the requisite pieces of fried chicken, creamy mayo, and some sweet and tangy pickle rounds on the bottom, to cut through the chicken fat and fryer oil. The pickles, while necessary for the sandwich, are far sweeter than I prefer, and given in a larger quantity than most fried chicken sandwiches. The lettuce isn't applied very well; even coming to the table, large pieces had already flung out of the sandwich. The star of the show is obviously the fried chicken. A lot of people think Nashville-style just means dumping a bunch of cayenne chili powder onto a regular piece of fried chicken and calling it a day. This technique adds spice, sure, but doesn't enhance the chicken with waves of layered flavor. Triangle Spirits does it mostly right, albeit with some outside-Nashville adjustments. The chicken is clearly brined well, giving a great flavor base, then dredged in a lightly crispy breading that properly adheres. The breading isn't red in color, but has a complex spice with mild heat and a touch of sweetness. It's not too spicy at all; it would probably be characterized as a step below mild at a traditional Nashville hot chicken establishment. The chicken is pounded thin and is still relatively moist. While Triangle Spirits doesn't add cayenne to the brine, nor pour hot cayenne oil over the chicken, the overall flavor profile is excellent given the care put into the seasoning. The flavors are balanced. The sandwich comes with fries, which are normal commercial thin fries. They are fried until crisp with the interior starting to dry out, but still remaining mostly fluffy. They toss with a lot of salt so it's on the saltier side. (4/5) I actually revisited a couple of weeks later to try out their bone-in chicken, which is by far my preferred way of eating Nashville-style hot chicken. Dark Meat, 3PC, Nashville Hot ($21) - This is more like 2.5 pieces of chicken, with a thigh, drum, and wing flat. The chicken is remarkably similar in taste and fry level as the sandwich, juicy inside, lightly crisp on the outside. Again, with a very mild heat, balanced with the excellently brined chicken, some smokiness from the chilis, and a bit of sugar sweetness. Just a great layered flavor profile. This time, they actually do douse the chicken a little in cayenne oil - but again, it's a very mild one. Unfortunately there's no piece of white bread underneath to soak up all the oil. I wonder if they fry in peanut oil because I taste some nuttiness in the breading as well. This comes with one side, of which I went with the collard greens. They are cooked well, with some vinegar to cut through all the bitterness, but still leaving some texture. They come in a cup that's filled to the top with essentially a ham (maybe bacon?), onion, and garlic broth. There's not much acidity at all, and it's pretty nice to drink just as a soup. I'm not sure this is a great side to go with the fried chicken though - when it came to the table, since the cup was so full of soup, some spilled out and soaked into the chicken. (5/5) Service is generally on the slower and lackadaisical side. Even for lunch, when there was barely any traffic, on both visits it took me almost an hour and half from entering the establishment to leaving. It's definitely not a place for a quick lunch. Most people eating here probably get a beer or liquor, but I drink water only. The water cup they give is tiny, and with the inattentive service, it doesn't get refilled often. I wish they left a small jug of water at each table. At any rate, the fried chicken Triangle Spirits serves is actually very good. I wonder why it doesn't appear on any best of Seattle fried chicken lists - because it's definitely better than some of the entries on the typical list I see. Bathrooms - Two larger ones, one for men, one for women. Food: [4.5/5] Service: [-] Other: [ ] Final Rating: 4/5
Perfect. This pretty much sums up my experience at Triangle Spirits. This place really got my attention when the Seattle Times Staff called it the best fried chicken in the Seattle area. I believe that they are right. I ordered the half chicken, Nashville Hot, cornbread, mashed potatoes and gravy and the collard greens. Since it's a bit of a drive for me I wanted to make sure and have enough of everything for a second meal, which it did. The prices are very reasonable, especially Happy Hour. My server was extremely attentive, much better than you would expect from a self proclaimed dive bar. You really cannot go wrong here.
Triangle Spirits dishes up one of the best Happy Hour deals in Fremont! The magic happens between 3-5 daily. My go-to is their addictive and dangerous (because it tastes so refreshing and you can't taste the alcohol!!!) Pimm's Cup Cocktail ($7), their amazing Fried Chicken Slider ($5), and their huge and delicious Truffle Fries (a value for only $3) and perfect for sharing if you're feeling generous. The servers are sassy and friendly as hell! Inside and outside seating available. What are you waiting for?!?! Go right now!!! ;-)
I've only been here two times and they were both for Happy Hour. The Happy Hour prices for drinks are pretty darn good. My go-to HH cocktail here is the Vieux Carré, but I like herbal sweet & bitter, so it's right up my alley. Currently there are five HH cocktail options and they are $7... hard to find in Seattle! I've also had the rainier & rye for $9- the rye is great, forgot to ask what kind it is. I've had a few other HH drinks, which were alright, but these stand out the most. As for food, I've only tried the spicy Seattle dog, and I would get it again. The hot dog is cut up & shaped weird (see photo), but it tastes wonderful. I heard the fried chicken is great so I'll try that next time. Also, I was excited to see that they had buckeyes on the menu, but they didn't have any when we visited. Inside is spacious and woodsy, & outside there is an enjoyable patio. Servers are nice and seem happy to be there, which always elevates my experience anywhere. I definitely recommend coming to Triangle Spirits for Happy Hour (available daily 3-5pm, dine-in only).
Found my new favorite spot in Fremont. Love, love, love the vibe inside and they have outdoor seating. The drinks are excellent and the fried chicken is next level. The sides are okay, the cornbread was a little dry (butter was great though), mac and cheese was a little bland, and the fries were very salty but pretty good. They have great happy hour deals and it's worth coming for the fried chicken and drinks. Staff were super friendly too. Love it here!
Great place. Best gumbo I've had. Good beer selection, some TV's, chill vibe, great service. Will definitely come back here.
Cool vibe with fun and engaging staff. Unusual assortment of beers on tap and samples are cheerfully provided. Sadly the food did not live up to the hype. Mac snd cheese. I cannot remember the last time i had elbow macaroni. Not bad, but a tad overcooked and the cheese sauce was average, with a neutral flavor. Not overly warm. Fries. Huge portion but sadly barely warm. A good variety of dipping sauces are available. Chicken sliders. This was where the disappointment really hit. We ordered 2 normal amd 2 spicy sandos. Chicken was crispy, but dry and lukewarm. A lone piece of iceberg lettuce was found under the chicken. The spicy version was not overly spicy but had a bit more flavor than the plain version. Buns were cold. Food is a 2, but the fun and engaging service brings rhe rating up to a 3.
My cousin and I were in town visiting for a few days and ended up here to grab a quick drink. We were definitely impressed by their whiskey selection and the bartender had great knowledge about what they had to offer. We tried a couple bourbon We hadn't before and enjoyed them. One drink turned into two, the three... and then we decided fried chicken was in order, and it was delicious!! We were so happy we ended up here, so ended up making it back 2 more times during our stay, so ended up having fried chicken three different ways on our trip. Would highly recommend! I'm going through fried chicken withdrawals!!
They have a delicious brunch. It's pretty normal brunch food, nothing out of this world, but it truly hit the spot! It wasn't too full on this day which was nice because we were able to get a table pretty easily! They do a boozy brunch too but we just did food. Their portions are pretty big, so keep that in mind when ordering. I would recommend getting the half size if they offer it for your dish! Instagram - Madeline's_Dines
The staff here is absolutely fantastic--super fun, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about their spirits and menu. They offered great food suggestions and clearly know their stuff. The bourbon/whiskey selection is impressive, which is always a win for me since I'm from Kentucky.. The vibe is giving dive bar meets old school cool, with classic hip hop playing. It's the kind of place where you immediately feel comfortable settling in. I started with the deviled eggs, which were excellent--really well-balanced and perfectly creamy. Definitely worth getting as a starter. I also tried the Kale Caesar at the bartenders recommendation and that was a pleasant surprise. The dressing was light but the high-quality parm and homemade croutons shine through. It's a nice twist on the classic Caesar. For my main, I ordered the 3-piece dark meat chicken and asked if I could do half Nashville hot and half regular--they were happy to accommodate. The regular chicken was solid but could've used more flavor in the breading. I also noticed the chicken was darker than expected with a slight oil taste, which made me think the oil might need changing. The Nashville hot, however, was where this dish really shined. Great flavor with a nice kick that wasn't overly oily, and it had the punch the regular version was missing. If you're ordering chicken here, skip the regular and go straight for the Nashville hot. The house-made ranch dressing was excellent and paired perfectly with it. Triangle is a solid spot for lunch, happy hour, or late-night eats. It's reasonably priced with high-quality ingredients, and you can tell this is a scratch kitchen where food is made with care. While the regular chicken could use more flavor, the Nashville hot version really delivers. I wouldn't necessarily make this a destination spot when visiting Seattle, but if I'm in the area, I'd definitely stop in. And seriously, the staff makes this place--they're wonderful and truly elevate the experience.
Believe it or not this is our third visit here and second time in Vancouver. An old pal, Sal, frequents the place quite often. It has the atmosphere of one of the log cabin eateries in Alaska. Always a great time and usually a ball game on. Where we're from you would never order waffles in a bar, here, everyone does. With chicken. Oy Vey! It's delicious. Might be the juicy chicken or the fluffy airy waffles. Sal swears by the spicy chicken sandwich. Although, last time out he had the Fried chicken and loved that. I really like the Triangle burger. It's not all that triangle shaped, the bar is "Triangle" Spirits, so, it's the Triangle burger. Moving on. They have some wonderful Southern dishes and an exceptional whiskey bar. The service is very good and they do keep their eye on you. I suspect Sal has a thing for the waitress! 05/25
This is a new favorite of mines. Been here 3 times so far and can't wait to get back every time. What I like the most about this place is the vibe of it all. It's not divey, but not hipster either which I really appreciate. They also play good classic rock in here, but switch the music to something up-tempo when it becomes evening. I feel that anyone can feel comfortable here. Ok so the food and drink. I was told that this is a whiskey bar, but I'm a tequila girl so I wasn't able to explore their whiskey library. I didn't want any of the happy hour drink options, so I just asked for a margarita and it was damn good. I had too many to admit on here. The main food attraction at Triangle Spirits is their fried chicken, which has been dubbed by some as the best in the city. You can get the chicken as a slider or sandwich, boneless skinless thighs on the happy hour menu (great deal of 10 bucks for 3 pieces and fries), or as a meal (dark or white meat with a side, or half a chicken with 2 sides). I tried the happy hour chicken basket and the dark meat meal. After trying both, I feel that the chicken on the happy hour is better than the meal. The happy hour chicken is boneless, very tender and more flavorful than their chicken on the bone. The secret mix of seasonings is more pronounced on the boneless chicken than it is with the bone in. The bone in chicken was just ok to us and didn't blow us away and it was also ridiculously expensive. I would not pay 35.00 again for what I tasted. The bone in chicken was fried well, but didn't have as much flavor as we were expecting. Also, the mac and cheese was the most disappointing. I suggest skipping that as it's obvious that the cheese is some kind or processed concoction from a box. This is still an awesome bar in Fremont. Stop in for a good time and atmosphere.
I visited to try the chicken sandwich. First, let's talk about the vibe--it's like a welcoming neighborhood bar. It leans a bit on the divey side, but in a fun way, with dim lighting and a large bar area. The staff were extremely friendly and kind. I wouldn't say they were overly attentive, but that's likely because we came on a Saturday night at 8 p.m., which probably contributed to waiting over 30 minutes for just one sandwich. Again, great people serving, but I wish the wait had been shorter. I ordered the chicken sandwich with Nashville-style sauce--a staff favorite. It had a mild kick of spiciness that paired nicely with the sweet pickles and a thin layer of lettuce. The fried chicken was juicy inside, crisp outside, and served on a good bun--easily in my top three fried chicken sandwiches in Seattle. I also ordered a non-alcoholic cocktail, the "Pony Boy," which was pretty good, especially with its strong ginger notes. Overall, I'd give it a 4 out of 5--a really great fried chicken sandwich!
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Get the fries! The pepper aioli might be one of the most delicious condiments I've ever had. The Bloody Mary plus fries plus a pint of pickle chips makes for a wonderful Sunday morning in the Fremont district. Pro tip: open the pickle jar at the table and eat right alongside your fries. read more
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This is a good but bit expensive bar. I ordered three cocktails here namely painkiller, the owl is not what it seems, Tito Vodka Grapefruit Juice. All these drinks where a joke. The best drink I liked was THE BLACK HATTAN. The place has a nice and cozy ambience and love the vibe here!!! read more
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Not your traditional bar - in a great way! Great drinks, always a SOLID beer selection, and the food is far above standard bar food. The fried chicken - just get it! Juicy inside, Ok crispy outside (could use a bit more crisp imo). And 15 different hot sauces. If you need a go-to bar in Fremont, look no further! read more
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This is long overdue. I am fairly new to Seattle and was introduced to this amazing spot by a friend. Cocktails are always delicious, creative, balanced-- you can tell they put a lot of thought into everything they do. The fried chicken is AMAZING. Solves all of my problems. I purchased some cocktail to go kits with all the recent Covid-19 madness going on. They are so well put together and perfect to execute a solid drink in the comfort of your home. The bloody mary mix is money and the homemade pickles!?! The Pickles. Oh and the pickles. Buy a jar. You won't regret it. Everything I have tried is exceptional-- the service is also great. Everyone seems really happy to work there and positive vibes all around. I can't say enough-- i now have to exercise more to balance out my Triangle fried chicken and whiskey addiction. See my pictures ! That closeup of the chicken... order it now. read more
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The new owners are amazing! The cocktails are on point and the food is fantastic! Fried chicken anyone? Delicious burger? They have it all and then some. They have created a warm and cozy atmosphere for the people of Fremont to call home. Grab a friend or two and make this your home away from home for happy hour, dinner, or just drinks you won't regret it! I love this place!! Lucky you Fremont...lucky you! read more
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We came here for cocktails before dinner (partly just because but also party in celebration of my book proofs arriving). It was the perfect spot. I loved the interior, really cool vibe. I ordered the Ugly Ducking (gin, pear, lemon, bubbles, citrusy and very good but not too sweet, just what I wanted) and tried their special (something lemony and minty, this one was actually a bit sweeter than I wanted but still tasty). Mike ordered something like an old fashioned, also good. Overall good drinks, fast service and a great atmosphere. read more
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Gone is 9 Million In Unmarked Bills. But what stands in it's place is the awesome food, drink and service that was before. When I asked Barry the bartender about the name change he responded, you know to our regulars we still treat them the same and it's the same place to know and love, we just just got a little revamp. This has always been my go to place for whisky. My Old fashion was pretty solid, my friend enjoyed her French Quarter. Service was good. I had just come from lil Woody's so I didn't have a chance to eat. read more
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Triangle has been coming through for the community, during the covid pandemic more than ever. Bar and restaurant patrons who don't understand or refuse to respect the restrictions in place during these unprecedented times, are literally the reason we can't have nice things like bar stools. Wear your mask, sit at the table, wait patiently, and be grateful. Eating out is a privilege, and we are fortunate to have Triangle, Amber, the rest of the team and their amazing product. read more
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Great vibe, new owners and it's a chill relaxed bar in the heart of Fremont. Whatever bros may have been hanging here before are definitely missing. Absolutely coming back for a nice little snack/Food menu and great drinks made by people who obviously love what they do. read more
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3507 Fremont Pl N
Seattle, WA 98103
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