BRGR Bar Seattle

love this place! the driks menu is pretty decent and the food is great. however, parking can be an issue

Oh man… Heavy breathing haha. This place has the most bomb burgers and craft drinks but what took the cake were their ipa battered fries. You are missing out if you haven’t tried them!

a nice quiet place to get a decent burger. I like to sit upstairs and reminisce about dome burger. The staff here is always very nice and chill. My go too lunch place when I’m in the mood for a quiet but unpretentious meal. If you sit downstairs during winter, beware the cold air from the front door.

Wow. Walked into here during the workday looking for a quick lunch. Ended up sitting down instead of taking it to go!
Adam helped us! The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Immediately greeted us when we walked in and helped us choose a table.
The cocktail list is wonderful– had the Occidental and it was like nothing I’ve tasted before! With dill and cucumber, it’s a very refreshing drink. Adam recommended this drink and I was not disappointed!
I built my own burger and was blown away by the quality. The meat is top notch– you can taste that it’s high quality meat. All the produce is fresh and the fries are great! I recommend the garlic fries and the IPA battered fries.
Overall, one of the best burgers I’ve had. Extremely impressed!

Expecting bar food and got a lot more. The burgers fall somewhere between HH pub fare and gourmet, $ 25 burgers but lean towards the latter.
The fries are simply amazing, but hot on their heels are the onion rings. Can’t go wrong with either, and there’s no shame in getting (a few) additional orders.
Parking can be a bit tricky, but it is pretty close to a Link station, if that happens to work for you.
Waitstaff keep things moving with drinks refilled quickly and plates taken away so tables don;t get too laden down with empties.
Highly recommend.

Each of the burgers I’ve tried at BRGR Bar have been good. I will say if the ‘Cheesy Fiesta’ is available, be sure to order it. This was a ‘BRGR of the Month’ but really should be a regular — it is a phenomenal burger with great tastes ranging from spicy to sweet. The burger is described as cheese stuffed red poblano pepper, cilantro, jalapeño house pepper chili, fig, and jam — damn… that’s my new jam.
As a side order, the IPA-​battered fries are borderline addictive. I’d say they’re probably crack-​like (this, from someone who has never tried crack).
Surprisingly, the ‘Oaxaca’ has thus far been the least impressive burger I’ve tried — I’m thinking this is due to having salsa on a burger. It didn’t work out as well as other options.
I will say I am disappointed the original ‘Hot Mama’ is not longer on the regular menu nor are the curly fries. Both were my go to before the menu shakeup. Also, unless it’s a (non-​Mariners) home game day, the restaurant is closed on weekends, which sucks. However, I am impressed that BRGR Bar has been open to listening to their customers and (re)added some of their great burgers to the dinner menu after a bit of a hiatus. Overall, I really hope it works out for BRGR Bar because I’m a customer for sure.

When they tell you the grilled chicken isn’t dry, they mean it. It was so good! I think it might have been brined? Regardless, they’re not kidding. It was juicy and paired well with the aioli and I’m wondering if I could work out coming here for dinner tonight as I type…
My boyfriend and I ordered a chicken burger and a classic burger and split each to share. I just wanted to inhale both. He’s a fast eater and I’m typically slower. For once in our relationship, we finished our food at the same time. Mostly because I didn’t want to be left with nothing! I’ve already waxed poetic about the chicken… the beef burger is also great. It was juicy and perfectly seasoned. Those qualities seem basic but many Seattle restaurants get them wrong. We also ordered the IPA-​battered fries to share between the two of us. WHY HADN’T I HAD BEER-​BATTERED FRIES BEFORE? Look, fries are already unhealthy. If I’m going to eat deep-​fried stuff, I might as well commit to the wreck. Might as well put my back into it. They were incredible.
They have good beers on tap, great cocktails and have I talked about the IPA-​battered fries yet? Yeah? Just wanted to bring them up again.

I want to like BRGR, I really do but… I can’t. I went for lunch on Friday and it was great. Liked it so much I went for dinner within 5 days.
I ordered a burger. I was asked if I wanted the burger cooked medium or well done. I went with medium. I cut my burger in half and started eating. As I was bites I started to notice how pink the burger was. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a huge fan of medium rare but this wasn’t even close to medium rare. The fat didn’t even melt yet, I had pieces of solid fat in the middle of my burger!
The waitress asked if I wanted a box, I said no thanks the burger is raw I don’t want to take it home. She took my plate to the kitchen and I saw her talking with the bar tender and cook. She came back to tell me this is how they cook their medium rare. I mentioned to her that I came for lunch a few days ago and it wasn’t nearly this bad. Then she continued to tell me that if I wanted it cooked more, I should’ve asked for rare. (Yes, this is what she told me. I did a double take when she said that)
1. I wasn’t offered medium rare, my options were medium or well done.
2. If the waitress doesn’t know what’s rare or well done, I don’t think she should be dealing with meat.
3. 2 burgers, a side of cheese fries and onion ring was $ 35+tip.

Preface: this was my first visit so I don’t want to discourage anyone from trying this place out — maybe my experience was just an off night for them. Actual review: My husband and I came in about 90 minutes before the Sounders game so the place was busy but not packed. He ordered a veggie burger (the Hot Mama) with a salad. He loved the burger (it had good heat and texture — which you don’t always get with veggie burgers) but thought the salad vinaigrette was lacking and a little bland.
I ordered the fish and chips. I appreciate the portions, however the batter on the fish was really greasy and didn’t have that crisp texture that one would expect from a fried dish. Also, the batter was unseasoned. The french fries while very plentiful, were soggy and also under seasoned. I thought about sending my plate back but the service was already slow (it took them about 10 minutes to bring us a beer) and I didn’t want to miss the pregame festivities. For a $ 14 fish and chip plate — I was really expected something so much better than what I got. Definitely a disappointing way to start an evening.

lunch
food: pork belly burger. lacked flavor. if you didnt tell me there was pork belly, i wouldnt have known. not just due to taste, but they give you this small piece of pork belly. i thought people skimp on giving you bacon, but this burger had 2 or 3 bites at best. ***2/​5
service: not full service. you order from the front counter and you get a number. i sat near the front door. it was a fairly hot day so i figured some fresh air from the outside was a smart choice. think again. if this was anywhere else, it wouldve been a fine choice. but this location is next to a bar and close to where the homeless hang around. so once in awhile you get a whiff of a particular smell that is not pleasant. ***2/​5
value: not my first time paying for a $ 10+ burger, but at least i will go back to those places. i dont think i will come back a second time though. so expensive for lunch. burger and fries for nearly $ 20 bucks out the door and that doesnt even come with a drink. the burger was average at best. ***2/​5

Pros:
The burger patty itself is thick and juicy even when well cooked (I asked for medium but it was definitely not medium). The bun is great — soft and plush without falling apart. The fries are good.
Cons:
The meat was unevenly seasoned — mostly flavorless but with pockets of weird seasoning. Service is slow and apathetic — our comment that the burgers are often cold when we get them for takeaway to our office a block and a half away was met with a blank stare. Especially since they quote 15 minutes and then just leave the paper bag on the counter, even while two people behind the counter are helping one person place their order. Either say ten minutes, or find a way to keep it warm.
We were in the joint for 10 minutes before we got to walk away with our food — 25 minutes after our order was called in — and a burger with fries was $ 17. Not worth it. I’m full but not satisfied.

Very good burgers, really great fries, good drinks.
The wife and I stopped in here for an early dinner (545pm-​ish) and increased the number of patrons by 200%. It’s an interesting space and I can see how it would be a lot different on game days. Alas, no game the night we were there so it was pretty quiet.
Service was friendly but pretty slow considering that we were one of the two tables there.
No Manny’s which I find odd in Seattle but a decent beer selection nonetheless.
We’ll go back next time we’re in the ‘hood.

Came here two nights ago after attending an event at CenturyLink Field nearby. Since it was past 10pm a number of places in the area was either packed or didn’t serve food anymore. Then we found this place, conveniently located near Trinity.
You go and and order your food and drinks (yes, there are alcoholic options) up front. Then you’re handed a number and wait at your table. Your burger is made after you order it, so there is a bit of a wait, no biggie.
I ordered the Caprese with IPA battered fries. The fries are pretty good and has good girth. The burger was delish. It’s pretty messy with the sauces but it makes it all taste so good. The burger itself is pretty thick and you don’t have to worry about it being dry. Tastes fresh for sure.
Service was great. The only downside is that both my friend and I wanted pink in our burgers. Neither of us got pink. Shouldn’t have gave us option. I don’t come to Seattle often, but I would definitely recommend this place if you’re in the area.

When it comes to BRGR Bar I’m really torn.
The pros: the burger was great. We had a Bacon Brie and it was absolutely fantastic, as well as those sweet potato fries. And those IPA battered french fries are what all other fries in the world dream of becoming one day (basically, upgrade your fries, you won’t regret it); the service was nice, there was a girl taking our order at the counter who was so incredibly friendly; and the ambiance was very rustic in a charming, very masculine way.
The cons: the burger of the month was not available on «game days» and nowhere in the restaurant nor on their website did it state that (that we could find) — it was also the ONLY reason why we drove in to Pioneer Square and circled the blocks for 40 minutes. The Chicken sandwich that we settled for was exactly that — settled for. While juicy, the flavor was not anything to write home about. And the place was SO hot with absolutely no air conditioning, no fans, no air circulation that you broke out into a mild sweat just sitting there. It was also so hot in there that the ice in my glass completely melted from the time I walked from the counter to our table. The prices are also pretty high for what is essentially a fast casual restaurant that clearly does not want you to linger within.
But then again, we visited yesterday during what is hopefully the tail end of this unbearable heat wave.
And then there was the scenery. There were drug dealers and prostitutes outside of the restaurant when we were entering and leaving around 5PM on a Friday. They can’t really do anything about it, and I don’t blame them at all, but any future patrons should be forewarned. It just is what it is.
The actual burger and both of the fries were unbelievable though, and we’re absolutely planning on trying this place out again. So if you’re craving a freaking good burger, done incredibly well, this is definitely the place for you.

Ehhhh… this sadly must be classified as a dud.
The burger wasn’t horrible but it certainly doesn’t merit a return trip. A list of failures:
— Burger was overcooked and dry, even though I requested «medium». There was no pink whatsoever.
— Over 20 minutes to get my order during lunch before the server went to check on it
— A sad, limp, soggy greasiness befell the fries. Gross.
— $ 20 (!!!) after tax and tip for a custom-​built blue cheese burger w/​bacon and fries. No drink, no frills.
— Another 10 minutes to return my card after paying
On the bright side, I kind of liked the atmosphere. It’s a little dark, but it’s a cool old wooden interior. It also looks like they have a nice beer selection on tap; sadly I rarely partake at lunchtime lest I not return to work. But really none of this makes up for the lackluster food and service, especially considering the price was about twice what I would expect.
Sadly I will have to continue my search for a go-​to lunch spot for burgers in the Pioneer Square neighborhood.

This is a great new spot in Pioneer Square! I am a big fan of their classic burger. They use Painted Hills beef on their burgers, which is a major selling point for me! I also love their secret burger sauce and that they use arugula instead of the traditional lettuce on their burgers. I work in the area and will definitely keep going back for more.
The service is good too considering how busy it gets! I would avoid the lunch rush if possible, between 12 & 1pm. But it’s worth the wait if you do go during that time.

Guilty pleasure at its best. Juicy and flavorful burger, good selection of beers, comfy «pub» like atmosphere. For a burger joint, it can’t get better.
It is strange that the waiting staff brought one knife for both of us. The expectation is, then, for us to share the knife to cut the burgers, if we want to.

This place is tucked away in Pioneer Square — right between a taco place and a liquor store. They have great service and awesome food! And the happy hour (s) is just a bonus! Normally HH is 3−6pm but it goes until close on gamedays. Highlights include $ 1.99 beer and $ 5 burgers! The quality is excellent I had to order a second one (to split of course). I’m not sure I’d get the fries again (normal fries or salad is $ 3 and add $ 1 for curly or sweet potato fries.) For $ 4 I should just get another burger haha.
Come here for the relaxed atmosphere (ignore the smokers outside.)
Oh! Another plus, they stay open, past closing time, so you can finish watching the game.

Apparently this joint has been BRGR Bar for ~6mos. now but I just heard about it recently despite walking around the area quite often. While not the best burger I’ve had nor best burger in town, it’s a solid option and priced really well. For $ 9 even I got the cornily-​named (but maybe comical to some) Gangnam burger which comes with choice of fries or salad. I opted for the former which were quite good and seasoned with a mixture very similar to that used at Five Guys and RR, except they showed restraint and didn’t overdo it.
Presentation was good, the sesame bun held up to the sauce/​patty, and the portion was definitely adquate. Ordered the burger medium-​well which was listed as «no pink» on the receipt. Next time I’ll order it medium or whatever they would call it to have some pink, as it was a bit tougher than I’d like, and did a disservice to the Painted Hills beef they proudly claim to use.
My problem with the burger is the unfortunately titled and bland-​tasting «Oriental coleslaw. It shocked me that a Korean-​owned restaurant would misstep and use that antiquated terminology. I’m not actually offended as I’m not really an advocate of being PC all the time, but it still surprised me to see it up on the chalkboard and seems like a step backward. The last time I heard that used was the Oriental chicken salad at Applebee’s and rugs. Please don’t follow in the footsteps of a mediocre chain restaurant or area rugs and change it to something else like Asian or Korean or something else!

I made my first trip to BRGR Bar to celebrate national cheeseburger day. I came just before noon and we were able to order quickly. It was the perfect timing because there was a line to the door by 12:15. They have a menu on the wall plus hand menus. You order at the bar and are given a number in which they will deliver your food to you.
For national cheeseburger day they had a $ 5 classic cheese burger special. It was lunch and I have a small tummy, so I ordered just that. You can get your burger cooked one of two ways, medium or well done. I like really pink burgers (borderline still bleeding pink) so I was disappointed by my options but went with medium. The burger was the perfect size, I don’t think I could of eaten a side dish with it! It’s too bad they don’t regularly sell burgers à la carte.
What elevates BRGR Bar to 5 stars is that my burger had no pink in it but it was the most delicious patty I have ever tasted! To be able to make me like something I usually hate is huge! But it wasn’t just the patty, the burger as a whole was top notch!