Mike's Chili Parlor

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Location & Hours

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1447 NW Ballard Way, Seattle, WA 98107, USA
Seattle, WA 98107
United States

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(206) 782-2808

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4.2/5

Based on 580 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Matt Rodrigues

a year ago

Took us many years to finally visit, and we're so happy we did. The staff were very friendly and the chili fries were amazing. What a great dive bar in Ballard. We'll be back for more chili!! Oh cash ...

Richard Crowsong

a month ago

Ultimate old school Seattle experience. Hidden amongst the sprawl, this building houses one of the finest chili dogs known to man. Have it all the way with a Manny's to be taken to a time before Amazo...

Carsen Adams

10 months ago

Loved visiting Mike’s Chili Parlor in Seattle. Long standing institution with great Chili, Burgers, and Fries. Plenty of local beer options. Staff were friendly and service was rapid. Will definitely ...

Melissa Hillier

a year ago

So amazing! What took me so long to visit?? We weren't super hungry, but shared the fries with chili, and added cheese, onions and sourcream. The chili has just enough heat. The fries were cooked to P...

bew

3 years ago

Good place for greasy hamburgers and chili. Chili fries were tasty and hamburger patties could have been bigger to cover the actual buns, but still good. Do I think this was life-changing chili? No, t...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers generally report a positive dining experience, highlighting the restaurant's charm and unique offerings. The reviews indicate a strong sense of satisfaction and a desire to return.

Customer Favorites

The chili, especially on chili dogs and fries, is a consistent favorite. Burgers also received positive mention, alongside local beer options.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is often described as a "dive bar" with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Customers frequently complimented the staff's friendliness and the rapid service.

Value & Quality

The food is generally considered tasty and well-prepared, particularly the fries. One reviewer noted a potential issue with hamburger patty size relative to the bun.

Areas for Improvement

Customers should be aware that the establishment is cash-only. One reviewer felt the hamburger patties could be larger.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews emphasize the restaurant's "old school" Seattle charm and the quality of the chili dogs. The cash-only policy is consistently mentioned as something to be aware of.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mike's Chili Parlor located in Seattle?

Mike's Chili Parlor is located at 1447 NW Ballard Way, Seattle, WA 98107, USA in Seattle, WA. You can easily find it using the map in our Location section.

What type of food does Mike's Chili Parlor serve?

Mike's Chili Parlor specializes in local cuisine and is considered a affordable restaurant. Tiny, low-key, family-owned eatery & bar serving burgers, hot dogs & its signature chili since 1922.

What are the operating hours of Mike's Chili Parlor?

The restaurant has regular business hours that may vary by day. Please see our detailed hours in the Location & Hours section.

Does Mike's Chili Parlor take reservations?

You can call (206) 782-2808 to inquire about reservations at Mike's Chili Parlor.

Is Mike's Chili Parlor good for groups?

Mike's Chili Parlor welcomes groups and can typically accommodate larger parties. It's recommended to call ahead at (206) 782-2808 if you're planning to visit with a large group.

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