Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA

Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill

Name: Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill
Address: 1400 East Union Street, Seattle, WA, United States, 98122
Telephone: (206) 512-2001
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1

615 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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In order to provide the safest work environment possible for the team on Monday, December 26, all Skillet restaurants will no longer accept cash. We gladly take Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other forms of touchless payment.

The award-winning Skillet Diner opened in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle in 2011. We’re a neighborhood joint doing our best to make the place feel relaxed, service attentive and easy; the food approachable yet focused. We use fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The style of food is similar to what we’re known for on the airstream …the difference? we have so much more room! Items range from our fennel-crusted fried chicken and waffle, to our burger with bacon jam, arugula, bleu cheese on a Macrina sodo bun with beautiful hand cut fries, to our legendary kale Caesar salad.

Seating policy: We require your whole party be present to be sat. We will hold your ta

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Northwest, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–7:00 pm Fri–Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am
Phone number
(206) 512-2001
Website
http://skilletstreetfood.com/restaurants/skillet-diner-capitol-hill/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Private party contact
Crellin Pauling: (206) 512-2000

Location
1400 East Union Street, Seattle, WA 98122
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill / First Hill
Cross street
14th Ave & Union
Parking details
Pay to park lot in the basement of our building... street parking is available.
Public transit
Bus route 2, 12, 11, & 49 all come within blocks of the diner.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 615 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4Service
3.9Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle / Eastern Washington
Great for brunch
Seattle
Great for brunch

615 Reviews

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BryanS
Naples
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall1food2service1ambience3
Unfortunately this was a terrible experience. We waited for nearly an hour for our food—and the restaurant was only about half full. Was very excited to try the fried chicken and waffles but learned when it finally arrived that they didn’t offer maple syrup (not called out on the menu) just “sun syrup”.—whatever that is… Very disappointing experience. Plenty of great options nearby—save yourself frustration and go elsewhere.
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LauraT
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience3
This place is a complete rip off. I paid $20 for a part piece of chicken on a dry biscuit. Horrible. The coffee made my friend sick and we ended up leaving early. The minimum tip on the machine at check out is 20% which is such a joke for the service you get.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not exactly what we expected for dinner but would have been better for breakfast or lunch. We only ordered appetizers and they were super good!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
Service was slow for a 12:30-1:00 lunch. Food was mediocre but serviceable.
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ShaneeB
Los Angeles
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience1
We were a party of 6 with a reservation while visiting from out of town. I stood at the host station for over 15 minutes without even being acknowledged by a staff member. Staff members raced by me multiple times avoiding eye contact. It wasn't until two more guests came in and realized I'd been waiting for a while. So, they went to the counter and demanded assistance on my behalf as they explained this was very common at this restaurant. They explained that you have to practically trip their staff members to be acknowledged, which is ridiculous. Once we were seated, the service improved. The food was subpar. Bottom line, the service and food aren't worth the bother. Eat elsewhere. We won't be returning.
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lunchwfriends
Seattle
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOVE! Have been a fan since Skillet food truck days in downtown Seattle. This was my first time to this location. Great service, food was incredible as always, vibrant, and fun! Highly recommend and will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall2food3service2ambience4
Had a 11 reservation but didn’t get sat till almost 11:30 and service wasn’t great either. Worst grits I’ve ever had too
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Linda
Seattle
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great place to dine! My group especially enjoyed our outside table. Our meals were all delicious!
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ElectricHerbalist
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience2
I'll preface this review by saying I've been to skillet a handful of times as I live nearby, both in the off season and during tourist season. There have been really good experiences, but also some lukewarm ones, and each time I end up saying I'll come back in a few weeks or a few months to try again. This time was one of the latter. Waiting in line for the host stand, two parties tried to cut us saying they had reservations. There was only one host working, and we had reservations too. The host was very aloof, probably beat from all the tourist demand these days. Our table was too small for the two orders we had on it. The server screwed up my order by bringing the wrong milk with my coffee, and flipped my partner's order so the side came out as an entree. My partner's food was good, I'm happy about that much. My main dish was unseasoned, not even salt or pepper, and my side was so heavily seasoned that I couldn't finish it. I like a lot of salt and garlic, and add more than recipes call for, but this was uneatable and my partner agreed. The entire experience was really unpleasant, and we decided not to come back for a while.
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience2
Good quality has gone done compared with before. The fried check we ordered was cold and the meat inside has dark spots. Pancake has eggshell. We will not go back again
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JustinT
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience1
it was about 30 mins after we got seated that we got asked if we wanted drinks or not and then another 30 minutes until we got asked if we were ready to order. The service was bad, it felt like they forgot about us and then were annoyed when talking to us. The food was good, but the service was terrible. If you like long waits for food and passive aggressive service, this is the spot for you!!
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Alex
Mexico City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
the food took an hour and twenty minutes to come out , its burritos and waffles , so its an unreasonable amount of time to wait , the staff was superfriendly and profesional , but we were really hungry and waiting for so long was really dissapointing .
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AdventurousAppetite
Seattle
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
Took about 45 min to get our food, 35 min later we were told we had to head out soon because the next reservation had arrived.. breakfast food was very meh except the chicken Sammy, when in doubt get the fried chicken! It was freezing outside and they had no heaters or blanket, English breakfast was the only tea option so I sipped hot water with lemon to stay warm
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall1food2service4ambience1
The patio was not built for dining outside in Seattle. Food took an hour and a half to reach us. Won’t be going back.
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caphillash
Seattle
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great experience on Father’s Day. Busy but they gave great service!
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
We didn’t eat there. They seemed to be having some mix ups in table seating. Which isn’t the first time we’ve had to deal with this. I appreciate them trying to give us the bar seats after making us move from one 2 seater to the next that was right next to the door which I was not comfortable sitting at. I just can’t seem to understand how there are people already reserved for certain tables as we arrived at our scheduled reservation time and were moved around to accommodate others yet there were 5 other two seater tables completely empty yet the best they could do to accommodate was the bar seats. Do better in planning or have a better staff that can accommodate adequately.
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MaryannR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Little longer wait than normal, but staff offered us nonalcoholic beverages which was nice
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MiaB
Seattle
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
The mimosa pitches are a must get! Great for sharing !
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OpenTable Diner
Memphis/West TN
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice restaurant in a great location. Excellent service by all the staff. Really good food and large servings
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ATSea
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Waited 15 minutes for someone to come take a drink order. The food was terrible. Cinnamon bun had to be more than a day old. It was even hard to swallow. Many staff milling around on phones and chatting with each other, even to the point of impeding patrons walking. One breakfast dish, pastry, coffee and drink = $75. I can't believe this restaurant has several locations.
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GreatSafePlace
Seattle
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was excellent and as always, food did not disappoint, excellent!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
I read so many good reviews that I took my mom here for Mother’s Day. Everyone who works there is great. And while the food tasted good, the portions of the mains could be better. My mom orders blackened salmon and got a tiny piece of fish on a huge pile of potatoes and brussel sprouts. TINY!! They were also out of the main sauce that accompanies the salmon. I understand that happens but they should have told her prior to ordering. I think if you go for breakfast, that’s your best best. Cocktail were fine but could be better as well.
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VSMdeM
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We sat outside along 14th on a weekend. Seattle street activity with police and fire sirens and car honking the only distraction for our rural living table mates. Otherwise, we had a fantastic time, ate great food, and received friendly service.
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Cromwell5
Seattle
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was excellent! Great flavors in The Chub breakfast sandwich!
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We bright our grandma here for her birthday and she loved the brunch. Our waiter was great, and so was the food.
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DianaW
New York Area
10 reviews
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience2
Food was mediocre at best. Another example of a Seattle restaurant being listed as one of the top 10 to try and finding the quality of food ambiance to be way off. For the price the food was poor quality at best.
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JDub
San Francisco
52 reviews
vip
3.0
52 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
I think they were having a bad morning. I got there right before they opened at 7am. It was fine at first, but they had some sort of alarm going off throughout our breakfast, with flashing lights. At times it was so loud we couldn't speak. Staff offered no explanation or apology. The menu was smaller than we expected. Kind of strange offerings. And when we got our food, we both were disappointed. Especially for the price! Not much flavor. Not well cooked or presented. Then when we tried to pay, their Toast system was down. They couldn't take cash. It made me really uncomfortable that they wrote down ALL my credit card information on a slip of paper and kept it. So now I'll be checking for fraud on my card for a while. I might try going back just to see if things have improved.
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
It was a good time. Enjoyed the mimosa pitchers, the donut holes are to die for. The fried chicken thigh for the sandwich was a different experience from the normal chicken breast that I’ve had at other places. Overall though I enjoyed it as well as the company I had with me.
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LemonS
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Skillet! We've gone for my special brunch occasions and always enjoy the busy vibe, super yummy food, and good value.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful! Their food was great, served super fast, and bloody Mary’s (we had the spicy version) were phenomenal. Would absolutely recommend it (with a reservation) to anyone visiting.
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MelissaG
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just in town visiting. Our waitress was amazing and the foods was yummy. I would definitely go back if I’m in town again.
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RareBird
Seattle
67 reviews
vip
4.0
67 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I'd been dreaming about the Cobb salad since I had it a couple of years ago. Slightly disappointed. The egg wasn't soft boiled and it was cold and the chicken was cut in too small pieces and also cold.
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GSim
Omaha
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Michael, our server, was awesome! Funny, attentive, and demonstrated excellent customer service. Also, the host who greeted us at the door was amazing as well! She was so patient and professional despite having to deal with some very difficult customers who arrived just ahead of our party. Thanks to the entire Skillet staff for a wonderful birthday brunch!!
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ValerieD
Seattle
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Definitely need a reservation. Service is very good for such a busy place. Yummy brunch. The bacon jam Bloody Mary is amazing. Highly recommend
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HollyV
Seattle
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Great place to go for brunch ! Had many items but my favorite is the breakfast burrito with avocado. Tried the fried chicken breakfast burrito, and it was a tad disappointing. The Mexican chips, egg, and avocado dish was super yummy . Bloody Mary’s and mimosas also very yummy !
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Stasiya
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food3service4ambience3
I thought it had a great atmosphere. Very “breakfast” food vibes. The decor choice is interesting. The food was good-however it wasn’t necessarily “great”. To me personally, it was kind of average. Small portion. At least the meal that I received. The hosts are very friends though!
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
Great food, they were out of waffles which is odd as that is one of their dishes and for a Saturday at 5:00, the dinner rush was just starting. But, what we did order was awesome(Nashville Hot Sammie)! Also, they need more staff. Waited like 15-20 mins for the server so we could order a final drink before we headed out. This is not on the server, they just needed more help. I wish I could rate higher because food was very good!
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LauraR
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were amazing. Looking forward to going there again.
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VisitorFromNY
New York Area
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great-as always. Parking is pretty tough but it is worth the trouble.
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ItsTimClark
Seattle
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
This restaurant is a wonderful little diner with great food and prices. It is BUSY and LOUD, but great for a quick no-frills brunch.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 512-2001.

Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill is rated 4.1 stars by 615 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

11:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill

1400 East Union Street, Seattle, WA 98122

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
14th Ave & Union
Neighborhood
Capitol Hill / First Hill
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–7:00 pm Fri–Sun 7:00 am–9:00 am
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Northwest, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Pay to park lot in the basement of our building... street parking is available.
Public transit
Bus route 2, 12, 11, & 49 all come within blocks of the diner.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
LGBTQ+, Women
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://skilletstreetfood.com/restaurants/skillet-diner-capitol-hill/
Phone number
(206) 512-2001
Private party contact
Crellin Pauling: (206) 512-2000

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Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Fried Chicken Sammy

Fried Chicken Thigh

Fried Chicken & Waffle

Menu

What 615 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

Does Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill restaurant rated?

Is Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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