They have a really nice covered outdoor patio, perfect for the summer. Food is good, prices reasonable, staff is friendly, even for our large party. The steak salad is a surprisingly large portion
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathy Richardson
Once again, I am preparing for another surgery. This one is 13 months and 1 day after my rotator cuff surgery in December 2024. Lucky me.
The procedure will be in Bellevue, rather than Tacoma, so I was up there for my labwork and pre-op appointments. Once finished Ray and I decided to eat before heading home.
Not being familiar with the area, I did a search for restaurants. This place was close so we headed that way. There is street parking only and we were lucky to find an open spot which we took. The directions were confusing and pictures were unavailable so we began walking up the street, thinking we were heading in the correct direction. We were almost 2 blocks away when I asked for assistance and was told we were walking in the wrong direction. When we got back and were nearly to our car, I saw their name on an awning and realized we had parked almost in front of the entrance, which is not marked in front.
We went inside and waited to be seated. We had arrived at approximately 3:15. We were asked if we had reservations and said no. We were informed we could be seated but there were reservations for 5:15 and we would need to be gone by then. Not knowing if service was slow, we almost left, but decided to stay.
We were barely seated when our server arrived to take our order. We had not even had an opportunity to look at the menu. While not rude, she did act exasperated, and walked off before we could even order something to drink. In her defense she gave the same level of service to a regular who was seated at the next table and knew her by name. He was also informed he would need to be gone by 5:15.
When our server came back, we placed our order. My husband ordered a cup of black coffee. I ordered a coffee nudge from the bar. Both were delivered and were cold. She never came back until our meals were served. She never offered more coffee.
We each ordered the Cajun chicken sandwich and fries. Our meals arrived hot, unlike the coffee. They were good, but for the price, they were not outstanding.
We were seated next to the hosting station. We had to ask the hostess, who had just arrived to work, for more coffee, and to go boxes. Only then did our server appear, after the hostess brought ONE box and coffee. This time the coffee was lukewarm. I asked to have some coffee added to my drink hoping to get it warmed. Our server told me, when she brought the bill, she did not charge me for asking for coffee in my drink. I came closer to making a snide remark, especially after telling her the coffee was cold, and getting no response.
I have worked in restaurants and bars. I own a customer service business, so I am probably more critical than most. I am also very understanding when an establishment is busy, and the staff is running their tails off taking care of customers. This place was far from busy. She did not need to hover, but she certainly could have availed herself a bit more. She acted as though checking on us, and the table next to us, was an inconvenience to her.
There has been a lot of discussion and controversy, on social media lately, regarding tipping. I have no problem leaving a good tip for good service. Conversely, I have a real problem leaving a tip when the service leaves a lot to be desired. It has nothing to do with affordability, and everything to do with rewarding for bad behavior. I left a larger tip than I felt she deserved, but it was still less than the recommended tip when it was time to pay. We paid, collected our receipt, and left. I doubt we will return. I hope other people have better experiences.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Kai
Food tasted good, portions were well-sized. However I was displeased with one thing. We were a group of 5, but our server would place extra dishes/cutlery as if there was an extra person. I didn't question it until she came with the bill, and had automatically applied a 20% gratuity (which should only be applied for a group of 6+). I didn't point it out at the time but I feel like people should know this may happen if planning to come as a group of 5.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
Yingying Luo
They tricked us into paying extra!! My group of 5 came here hoping for some nice American food on Independence Day. They kept bringing out a 6th set of utensils and cup of water. We were confused but just didn't touch the extra stuff. It turned out that was their trick to make us pay the 20% gratuity for 6+ person groups. By the time we realized, we had already left. You can tell I'm still mad enough to write this review 5 months later.
To the staff: This stingy and dishonest way of running a business managed to fool us once, but we are never coming back. Also we are Asians who rarely eat American so you have ruined our only impression of American food. You should be ashamed of how you represent your country. Especially on Independence Day! Shame on you.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Efrat Herring
The food was just ok. The cocktail had only a hint of alcohol. Not worth the money. The server was not nice to us. The place was too loud barley could hear my friends talk.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
Steve M.Bueno
The food and service were fantastic and I especially enjoyed the steak bites!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lazar Yeet
Great Happy Hour. Try the Dulce Vida Pineapple Jalapeno Tequila Cocktail
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 520's Legendary Nachos
Daniel Aklipi
One of the best martinis I've had! The steak frites were also delicious and the service was outstanding! Glad I found this gem, will definitely be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Patrick Thomas
I dig the vibe and the pie
Devin St.Gelais
My friend and I came to 520 Bar & Grill . Still Happy Hour time and took seat outside. Tables and chairs surrounded by vinyl are set outside. Service guy was a nice smiling and kindly. Happy hour 2pm-5pm/ 8pm-close Sun-Thur 2pm-5pm/10pm- close Fri & Sat Available indoor and outdoor *but not available for take out.
We ordered Hot wings, Cheese curds and 520 Spinach salad. We don't drink alcohol but no problem for HH here. I liked 520 spinach salad, fresh and combination w spinach and sliced strawberries are delicious. Hot wings are little spicy for my friend but not for me. Cheese curds is easy finger food. I would like to try another HH menu next time. ❤️
Great little bar with friendly service. The Cajun chicken sandwich was on point! Thank you Thomas for the recommendation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Peter Mooney
Make sure to take a photo of your receipt because the waiting staff changed my tip amount. Luckily I did. I’m resolving it with the bank. I know that food was OK
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Chris Heffernan
Love 520! Some of the tastiest wings and a great staff and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cesar Keller
Great night out. Service was courteous and efficient. The drinks were nicely crafted, and the food was delicious and warm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Wonderful
My experience was my experience. I came alone and was ignored once I was sat down. Sylvia was awful, it took over an hour to get an appetizer and a drink. That wasn't by accident. Messege heard loud and clear, I won't come back.
They have a really nice covered outdoor patio, perfect for the summer. Food is good, prices reasonable, staff is friendly, even for our large party. The steak salad is a surprisingly large portion
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Once again, I am preparing for another surgery. This one is 13 months and 1 day after my rotator cuff surgery in December 2024. Lucky me.
The procedure will be in Bellevue, rather than Tacoma, so I was up there for my labwork and pre-op appointments. Once finished Ray and I decided to eat before heading home.
Not being familiar with the area, I did a search for restaurants. This place was close so we headed that way. There is street parking only and we were lucky to find an open spot which we took. The directions were confusing and pictures were unavailable so we began walking up the street, thinking we were heading in the correct direction. We were almost 2 blocks away when I asked for assistance and was told we were walking in the wrong direction. When we got back and were nearly to our car, I saw their name on an awning and realized we had parked almost in front of the entrance, which is not marked in front.
We went inside and waited to be seated. We had arrived at approximately 3:15. We were asked if we had reservations and said no. We were informed we could be seated but there were reservations for 5:15 and we would need to be gone by then. Not knowing if service was slow, we almost left, but decided to stay.
We were barely seated when our server arrived to take our order. We had not even had an opportunity to look at the menu. While not rude, she did act exasperated, and walked off before we could even order something to drink. In her defense she gave the same level of service to a regular who was seated at the next table and knew her by name. He was also informed he would need to be gone by 5:15.
When our server came back, we placed our order. My husband ordered a cup of black coffee. I ordered a coffee nudge from the bar. Both were delivered and were cold. She never came back until our meals were served. She never offered more coffee.
We each ordered the Cajun chicken sandwich and fries. Our meals arrived hot, unlike the coffee. They were good, but for the price, they were not outstanding.
We were seated next to the hosting station. We had to ask the hostess, who had just arrived to work, for more coffee, and to go boxes. Only then did our server appear, after the hostess brought ONE box and coffee. This time the coffee was lukewarm. I asked to have some coffee added to my drink hoping to get it warmed. Our server told me, when she brought the bill, she did not charge me for asking for coffee in my drink. I came closer to making a snide remark, especially after telling her the coffee was cold, and getting no response.
I have worked in restaurants and bars. I own a customer service business, so I am probably more critical than most. I am also very understanding when an establishment is busy, and the staff is running their tails off taking care of customers. This place was far from busy. She did not need to hover, but she certainly could have availed herself a bit more. She acted as though checking on us, and the table next to us, was an inconvenience to her.
There has been a lot of discussion and controversy, on social media lately, regarding tipping. I have no problem leaving a good tip for good service. Conversely, I have a real problem leaving a tip when the service leaves a lot to be desired. It has nothing to do with affordability, and everything to do with rewarding for bad behavior. I left a larger tip than I felt she deserved, but it was still less than the recommended tip when it was time to pay. We paid, collected our receipt, and left. I doubt we will return. I hope other people have better experiences.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Food tasted good, portions were well-sized. However I was displeased with one thing. We were a group of 5, but our server would place extra dishes/cutlery as if there was an extra person. I didn't question it until she came with the bill, and had automatically applied a 20% gratuity (which should only be applied for a group of 6+). I didn't point it out at the time but I feel like people should know this may happen if planning to come as a group of 5.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 1
They tricked us into paying extra!! My group of 5 came here hoping for some nice American food on Independence Day. They kept bringing out a 6th set of utensils and cup of water. We were confused but just didn't touch the extra stuff. It turned out that was their trick to make us pay the 20% gratuity for 6+ person groups. By the time we realized, we had already left. You can tell I'm still mad enough to write this review 5 months later.
To the staff: This stingy and dishonest way of running a business managed to fool us once, but we are never coming back. Also we are Asians who rarely eat American so you have ruined our only impression of American food. You should be ashamed of how you represent your country. Especially on Independence Day! Shame on you.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
The food was just ok. The cocktail had only a hint of alcohol. Not worth the money. The server was not nice to us. The place was too loud barley could hear my friends talk.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 2
The food and service were fantastic and I especially enjoyed the steak bites!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great Happy Hour. Try the Dulce Vida Pineapple Jalapeno Tequila Cocktail
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: 520's Legendary Nachos
One of the best martinis I've had! The steak frites were also delicious and the service was outstanding! Glad I found this gem, will definitely be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I dig the vibe and the pie
My friend and I came to 520 Bar & Grill . Still Happy Hour time and took seat outside. Tables and chairs surrounded by vinyl are set outside. Service guy was a nice smiling and kindly.
Happy hour 2pm-5pm/ 8pm-close Sun-Thur
2pm-5pm/10pm- close Fri & Sat
Available indoor and outdoor *but not available for take out.
We ordered Hot wings, Cheese curds and 520 Spinach salad.
We don't drink alcohol but no problem for HH here.
I liked 520 spinach salad, fresh and combination w spinach and sliced strawberries are delicious. Hot wings are little spicy for my friend but not for me. Cheese curds is easy finger food. I would like to try another HH menu next time.
❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great little bar with friendly service. The Cajun chicken sandwich was on point! Thank you Thomas for the recommendation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Make sure to take a photo of your receipt because the waiting staff changed my tip amount. Luckily I did. I’m resolving it with the bank. I know that food was OK
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Love 520! Some of the tastiest wings and a great staff and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great night out. Service was courteous and efficient. The drinks were nicely crafted, and the food was delicious and warm.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My experience was my experience. I came alone and was ignored once I was sat down. Sylvia was awful, it took over an hour to get an appetizer and a drink. That wasn't by accident. Messege heard loud and clear, I won't come back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
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