Hatback Bar & Grille

4.3
382 reviews

About

Sports Bar
Hatback is SoDo's premiere sports bar and event space. The perfect gathering spot for co-workers, sports fans, concert goers and SoDo residents.

Location

Hatback Bar & Grille
1201 1st Avenue South, Seattle, WA
98134, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.3
382 reviews
5 stars
241
4 stars
67
3 stars
34
2 stars
13
1 star
27

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the friendly and attentive service from staff members like Tony, Ryan, and Jeremy, contributing to a positive dining experience.

Food Quality

Feedback on food quality was mixed; while some dishes were enjoyed, others were criticized for being bland or poorly prepared.

Atmosphere

The venue is frequently described as having a great atmosphere, especially during game days, making it a popular spot for sports fans.

Event Hosting

The business received positive remarks for hosting events, with customers appreciating the helpfulness of staff in organizing and catering.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews mentioned that prices were perceived as high relative to the quality of food and service, leading to some dissatisfaction.
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    Reilly McHugh
    Nov 16, 2025
    5.0
    Went in a few times for the playoff games & Tony’s service for our group was awesome. Super friendly & attentive the whole time despite the craziness. Ryan’s drinks from the bar were quick & always on point!
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    Kacey Figgat
    Nov 16, 2025
    4.0
    Went to the Seattle car show and came here for a lunch break. The waffle fries appetizer was freaking incredible. Our food came out super fast and correctly and it was all just really good. They have an awesome tap selection as well and the staff was just super nice and easy. Definitely will come back!
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    Tiffany Gathers
    Nov 14, 2025
    5.0
    Loved being at Hatback for my wedding celebration in early November. We were able to rent out the upstairs space for a casual get together with our friends. We loved working with Casey and Jaquelyn to set up the event. Jaquelyn really helped create a great event for us. We loved the food, the drinks, and not feeling rushed. We would definitely celebrate here in the future.
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    Lorrie Frost
    Oct 18, 2025
    4.0
    Pretty typical pub style food served with a smile. On a crazy busy Friday before the ALCS Game #5 we never felt rushed and always had what we needed. Shout out to our server Boston - he was great!
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    Joel Smith
    Oct 16, 2025
    1.0
    Disappointed in the restaurant from a service perspective. The Mariners website and announcement after ALCS Game 1 both said there was an hour long half off pizza special. My wife and I rush over there and then we get seated by a drunk guy who informs us he may need those tables. Yeah, whatever buddy. I ask the server what qualifies for the promo, then the server says those were regular season only offerings. To be clear, he was super nice about it. On our way out a manager seemed exasperated that it was announced, and we were apparently delivering the news to them for the first time. He was very apologetic, but offered no solution. I get that the season moves fast depending on if the teams advance, but it seems like the right thing would have been to just tell the table, discreetly, we'll take care of you. It was just my wife and I. Others may come, but we were there early. So if you go to game 4 tonight, there is no special, unless they changed their mind. We walked out and went home. A shame, we wanted a nice pizza and some drinks after the loss. If I hadn't asked beforehand, it would have been an awkward moment with the check.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hatback Bar & Grille

What type of venue is Hatback Bar & Grille?

Hatback Bar & Grille is SoDo's premier sports bar and event space, ideal for co-workers, sports fans, concert goers, and SoDo residents.

Where is Hatback Bar & Grille located?

Hatback Bar & Grille is located at 1201 1st Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98134, United States.