The next time I was here, I made sure to get here incredibly early to get the lamb neck korma pie…read more I made a reservation at 5:30 to guarantee it. Based on availability, I probably could've walked in around an hour later and been fine, but didn't want to risk it since they only make like 30 in a day. To my great surprise, the dish came out just a couple minutes after ordering. It seems like the pie is already pre-made and they just pour korma over the top before serving. The server assured me that one would be for one person, so we each got one. From the moment it's presented, this looks like nothing you've seen before. The colors of the beige korma washing over the sturdy brown pastry is just a visually striking image. What's even crazier is there's so much that's obscured by this initial plating - things that you find out as you dig into the dish. After the first layer of pastry, the dish descends into a massive layer of lamb neck meat. And when I say massive, I mean the meat is so densely packed together into this pie you're left wondering how they fit so much into what's not a big shell diameter-wise. So, how is everything? It's amazingly good, at least for the first 3/4ths of the meal. I have to start with the pie crust, or the pastry shell, which is just perfect. The way it retains its shape, refusing to break down until real pressure is applied, is ridiculous. The texture is incredibly sturdy, and the taste is phenomenal. No matter what was placed inside this crust I would still enjoy it. It's crunchy, buttery, the inside wall is flaky, and the absolute highlight here. The korma is also very good. While certainly a westernized version of the sauce, lacking any spiciness and turning way more on the sweet side, it's still got enough flavor to be a great complement to the main pie. I do think a more acidic and spicy would've help offset the fattiness of the center item, but this sauce was still delicious on its own. Lastly, the lamb neck was great. Super fatty, of course, but braised to perfection, resulting in meat that's tender and melt in your mouth. Like I mentioned, there's an insane portion of meat here. Of course, this is all great until about 2/3 to 3/4th through the pie, where you begin to really feel the effects of an insane overload of fat. I can eat a lot of food, but this really started to wear on me. Here's where I have some slight issues - I think a) the inability to counteract the fat present and b) the amount of lamb neck needs to be toned down a bit, as ironic as asking for less meat might sound. One might have the attitude that if they're paying so much, might as well give them the most meat possible - but in my opinion, the best dishes are truly about balance. And when you can't expect someone to eat a dish and feel good about it afterwards, that's not the hallmark of a great dish. This could've been avoided if the server had mentioned that one pie could be split between two people, but that's not what she recommended. This resulted both me and my companion not finishing the meal, which I absolutely hate to do, but I was left with no choice in this case. The other part is the price. Each pie cost $50 each, which is a significant amount. Additionally, there was a 22% automatic tip even for a party of two, which is just way too high. The server didn't even tell us about this automatic tip which resulted in unintentionally tipping more on the tip pad. I would not hesitate to refer to this restaurant as overpriced. Overall, it's a truly inventive dish that's one of my favorite things I've eaten in Seattle, but the price and portion complicate things slightly. 9/10

We popped in for the new breakfast service at Little Beast - offered on weekends in the…read moremorning/before noon. There is no online sample menu for LB's breakfast that I was able to track down, so from memory they are currently offering: the English Breakfast (standard size), the Full English (which is 2x the English - pics included in post for comparison), steak and eggs, a biscuit breakfast sandwich, the Scotch egg (same as the one on the dinner menu), and an assortment of smaller plates (Bubble & Squeak, English muffin with rhubarb jam, porridge with fixings, etc.). They are also serving Bloodies and a variety of N/A beverages. Overall, we liked the English options - the standard size is plenty of food for the average appetite. I did not care for how strong the warming spices were in the black sausage; the spices were the predominant flavor - I like to taste the minerally undertones of the other ingredients. That's just a personal preference though! Bubble & Squeak was very tasty - a fun vegetarian option, or a good side for the table to share.

Consistency is key. Olaf's is definitely good for the legit lime slice. Our first review of a place…read moremore than once and they are on point. Come for the lime, stay for the vag door, and great live music this visit!

I ordered their Philly Cheesesteak and it was loaded with meat. The bread was held up nicely and…read morewasn't like a cheap hotdog bun but an actual hoagie bun. It was also pretty hot and I needed a minute for it to cool down. The tots were very very crispy. It's not included with the burger and are separate orders, so burger and fries/tots will run you up to $20+. Olaf's is a neighborhood dive-y bar and it can get busy and seating can be hard. The windows are usually opened during the warmer months and flies are buzzing around.

Spur of the moment choice, we luckily made it in under the gun for happy hour, and so happy that we…read moredid. Old fashioned, delicious; hush puppies and Caesar brussel sprouts, amazing; grill burger, so so good. Our server was great as well, we will absolutely be back (need a flight of whiskey next time).

Holy hell. Came for happy hour, had no idea what to expect, and left INCREDIBLY satisfied…read more Drinks? Great. Food? SO GOOD. People and vibes? Excellent. There was one issue with the food we received not being what we ordered that was handled right away! HIGHLY recommend hitting it during Happy Hour!

I believe The Ballard Cut seamlessly pairs culinary prestige with a warm, neighborhood atmosphere…read more My appreciation for their kitchen began a few years ago in their previous, smaller Ballard footprint, where I experienced one of my absolute favorite bites of food in the city. Remarkably, it was a side dish--a testament to how Chef Rachael treats every single component on the plate with meticulous care. When community members ask for recommendations that deliver both an exceptional meal and an outstanding beverage program, this is always the first destination I suggest. The menu beautifully balances signature cuts of steak with a thoughtful understanding that other proteins matter, offering expertly prepared chicken, fresh fish, and dedicated vegan main options. I truly believe "the bites" and "the sides" are equally treated as stars, and I always go back for the seasonal salad and crispy potatoes. The beverage program is equally legendary, offering an extraordinary opportunity to try rare whiskies from all over the world and different eras, where every single pour carries its own unique story. When I brought my partner in for his birthday, the owner asked a few questions of his whiskey interests, and customized a flight for him. It is a nicer, upscale restaurant that remarkably retains a deeply grounded community feel, and in my experience local recurring guests are remembered with genuine hospitality.

Very bad food! I went with my family of four. Every single…read moredish was bad. I don't understand how they got over 4* but I fell for that mistake and expected a fine dinner. Bread and butter, bread crust is over cooked and supper dry. Butter dip : the garlic had burned flavor and the vinegar in it was a bit too unpleasant. Pork belly very under cook and chewy. Clam was okay. Water: I took a sip of my cup and instantly spit it back into the cup, taste like fishy or eggy or disgusting unwashed cup ... Main dishes: supper disappointing steak , supper chewy , not pleasant experience at all for a $200+ single order Pork chop, the sauce was interesting but it was also very chewy and nothing special. We spend over $340 and if it was as low as $20 we would never go back and try it again. I strongly recommend you to not go there for food. Very disappointing and low quality food, nothing as it is rated

Cute little place. Patio seating was perfect on a sunny day. Great happy hour and customer service…read more YOU MUST ORDER THE CRUDO. My mouth is watering as I type this. So delicious. I will definitely be back.

Came with one of my girlfriends, I rarely come to this area so this was a nice find. I'd say this…read moreis a great spot to bring the girls for brunch or dinner, beautiful drinks - and tasty non-alcoholic bevies! We shared everything - I missed taking a pic of their green salad, and this was a good portion for us both. She took home the leftover potates! The tartare was okay - I love tartare so for someone who has a preference, this landed in the intro/standard area. The salad was big and overall pretty standard as well. The potatoes were not my vibe personally - while I like dijon/grey mustard, there was quite a bit on these. I'm also not a potato person. The BEST part was definitely the mushroom agnolotti - it reminded me of a dish i got at a capital hill restaurant, Cornelly's. The sauce was incredible and salty, the filling was delish. My only thing was that the dried mushrooms on top were a little big and dry for me, that being said, i'd still get this again! I think the aesthetic of this place was great, behind us was a table of girlfriends celebrating something, and I just think girls brunch or small bridal celebration of sorts would be so cute here.

Corn pizza of my dreams omg…read more We got the round corn, leek & mushroom pizza and the square fennel sausage & olive pizza and both were phenomenal. We had a lovely time on the shady back patio with some cold beers & wine. The waitstaff was friendly and service was quick. I've been a few times but tonight's pizza flavors were the best yet.

Love our neighborhood pizza spot that feels like a destination for most. Three seating options,…read moretables streetside that are lovely when it's sunny out, a verdant back patio with heaters and the inside dining room. All are lovely. The pies themselves are amazing; I actually preferred the round pies but someone in my group loved the Detroit style. Something for everyone. Fried cauliflower is spicy, temperature hot, and juicy. Highly recommend!

We went on a Sunday evening for Steakeasy's pop up steak frites and didn't have to wait very long…read moreto order or get our food. I got the chimichurri sauce with the 4oz steak ($15), although you could also get the 8oz version for $25. Pro tip: ask them to cut the slices a bit thinner! It's a pretty open, natural lighting, and spacious. Great place to have a casual, but feels a bit more formal(?) dinner

Definitely enjoyed my $15 steak & frites! The price is of course the best part about this. The meat…read moreis good and tasty. It's not the best quality but for this price it makes sense. I really liked having it pair with the chimmichurri sauce, and I liked it mixed with the fries too! I enjoyed how they prepared the fries. It could've been crispier, but it was still good. The service was good. Our order was taken pretty quickly and the food was served fast as well. The ambiance is good. There's a decent amount of seating, and it's first come first serve. There's a bar inside as well which is cool. I like how they decorated the place too.

My husband and i walked in tonight unknown and juls the bartender was phenominal. She was funny…read moreand gave us recommendatiotions. We ordered the clams buratta and ceaser, spot on !!!! We look forward to coming back to try the more food. Thank you blu glass door and thanks juls you made us laugh

We stumbled upon this hidden gem by accident! We originally planned to eat next door, but they had…read morealready sold out of everything. Luckily, we found this place instead, and we're so glad we did. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles. It wasn't busy around 5 PM, so we were seated right away. Our waitress was so sweet! She seemed a little busy, but honestly, we didn't mind because we were starving and excited to eat. We started with wine and beer, and I loved how generous my wine pour was! I ordered the Shrimp Scampi, and wow... it was incredible. The shrimp tasted so fresh, and the garlic butter sauce with the linguine and a hint of lemon was absolutely perfect. I could actually smell the garlic butter coming from the kitchen before my plate even arrived! Fair warning though, the buttery garlic sauce loves to splash, so eat carefully! My husband ordered the burger and couldn't stop talking about how juicy and flavorful it was. And the Parmesan truffle fries? We were completely obsessed. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in the area!

My first time here and just having a drink but appreciating Percy's. It has a very cool modern…read morecoastal feel, kind of living between eras. You feel simultaneously nostalgic for a Norwegian seaport while simultaneously feeling grounded in the present and the city. The bartender was so chill and friendly. Appreciate her. One heck of a fine Vieux Carre. I will rave about it to others until I get them to come here with me!

Beautiful little bar with great service and drinks, I really like their seating with the big tables…read morein front of the booths. I think it's a great place for a first date or even just to get a big group together!

Great service. Strongest drinks in Ballard. Their food never misses either. Love this placeread more

Whoever the bouncer was on 8/4 at 12:40pm caused a loss of business. He was arguing with some drunk…read moreguys who had already been kicked out for several minuses instead of checking ID's. (Bar was not full) When I asked if he could please let people in instead of arguing he got aggressive with me and told me I wasn't allowed in either and if I didn't like that I could leave a review. So here I am. He seemed drunk himself and was not doing his job at all. Would have loved to check out the bar but probably won't be returning any time soon with that attitude.