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The Ballard Cut, Seattle, WA

The Ballard Cut

4.7
4.7
651 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
2221 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Ballard Cut is a farm-to-table restaurant and whisk(e)y bar specializing in local and seasonal ingredients. Our 1200+ bottle whiskey list ranges from Japanese and Scotch single malts to American bourbons and ryes. The collection is curated to include contemporary and affordable bottles as well as rare and antique vintages. Enjoy a scratch cocktail on our patio as you take in the energetic Ballard nightlife; share a bottle of wine and a tomahawk steak with friends and family; or take a trip around the world with a custom whisk(e)y flight built by our passionate and experienced staff.

Helmed by owner Tommy Patrick and chef Rachael Peebles, The Ballard Cut is the culmination of decades of hard work and dedication in the restaurant industry. We sincerely hope you enjoy your dining experience.

*We have both indoor and outdoor sidewalk seating available. Please call during business hours to confirm any seating requests.*

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (206) 829-8963
  • Website
    https://theballardcut.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rachael Pebbles
  • Location
    2221 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107
  • Area
    Ballard
  • Cross Street
    Market Street and Ballard Ave NW
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available! If you can't find any on Ballard Ave NW (or its the Sunday Market) then we recommend Shilshole Ave NW. If that doesn't work, there is a pay-to-park lot just behind Hattie's Hat, on Shilshole and Vernon.
  • Public transit
    Leary Ave NW & NW Vernon Pl - Buses 29, 17 and 40
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 651 people are saying

The Ballard Cut reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Lively

  • Seattle

    Good for groups

  • Seattle

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ballard Cut impresses with "amazing food" and "great service." Diners rave about the "unique and flavorful" dishes like pork chop and Brussels sprouts. Cocktails and whiskey flights are a highlight, with staff offering "outstanding" recommendations. The atmosphere is welcoming, making it "the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion."
651 Reviews

  1. kaiulani

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every item on the menu is delicious. I love that even the vegetable dishes are unique and flavorful. Favorites included the pork chop and Brussels sprouts and the sliders on the happy hour menu. Cocktails are well done too!! Our server was friendly, kind and gave great suggestions. Will be coming back!!

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  2. ANNA

    Palm Springs1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this space. Great atmosphere. Amazing food. Our server was so helpful with great recommendations. Will definitely be back

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  3. Tim VIP

    New Orleans3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great cocktails / a couple of standout apps - the pork belly is great. Maine were average

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  4. david VIP

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Starters were the mussels and clams which was outstanding !!and Brussels sprouts also very good. The pork chop was fantastic, great spice and flavour. Server was very attentive, funny and great suggestions all around. A bit pricey but overall no disappointments here.

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  5. Lilly

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made my birthday such a wonderful experience! So kind and thoughtful.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staf was incredibly knowledgeable, patient and kind. The made a custom flight of scotch for my husband’s birthday, went over the menu thoroughly for GF the options for his celiac, and even put a candle in his steak! He absolutely loved his birthday dinner 💗

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Seattle4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was very good. Unfortunately our meat was raw in the middle after ordering it medium and it was a $300 steak. Big disappointment

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  8. Lisa VIP

    Seattle16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were delicious. The bone in pork chop was huge, and enough for two people. It was also one of the best pieces of pork I have had in years--juicy and perfectly cooked.

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  9. Mark

    Salt Lake City81 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at Ballard Cut and we really loved it. The food was really quite good, the service was excellent and the ambience was nice on a Wednesday evening. Our only complaint is that we wish they would indicate which menue items are gluten free. Otherwise not complaints, hight recommended.

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  10. Katy

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had an awesome night at The Ballard Cut. The cauliflower and pork belly apps were super delicious; our mains (the halibut and porchetta) were unique and well seasoned; we had curated whiskey flight that was delicious and educational and don’t sleep on the sticky toffee pudding! Definitely will be back!

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The Ballard Cut is rated 4.7 stars by 651 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The Ballard Cut

2221 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Market Street and Ballard Ave NW
  • Area
    Ballard
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00 Sat, Sun 14:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, Cocktail Bar, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available! If you can't find any on Ballard Ave NW (or its the Sunday Market) then we recommend Shilshole Ave NW. If that doesn't work, there is a pay-to-park lot just behind Hattie's Hat, on Shilshole and Vernon.
  • Public transit
    Leary Ave NW & NW Vernon Pl - Buses 29, 17 and 40
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rachael Pebbles
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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