Brimmer & Heeltap
$$$ • Bistros, American, Cocktail Bar Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Brimmer & Heeltap
Customers' Favorites
Chicken Liver Paté
Fried Duck Leg
Hamachi Crudo
Manila Clams
Black Cod
Burrata
Toast
Brimmer & Heeltap Reviews
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This is a tiny neighborhood gem hidden away (in plain sight!) on the corner of 5th and Market in Ballard. Be not afraid! Go inside! Experience the staff that makes you feel like they are your fun brothers and sisters. Prices may seem high, but the portions are generous and we took leftovers home. You can definitely share a salad. Get there for happy hour: half price wine pours and $3 oysters. Ask to sit in the room that has a floor made of pennies, or in the secret garden —...read full review
Wonderful, thank you!
Our experience here was so wonderful - I had called ahead to pre-order some prosecco and Emily asked if we were celebrating something, which we were, and she not only comped our celebration drinks (totally unexpected) but the whole staff made a card! It was so unbelievably special, personal, and unforgettable. Our wait-staff was incredibly attentive and personable, and the food was FANTASTIC. I truly cannot recommend coming to Brimmer & Heeltap enough, whether it's for a celebration...read full review
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 4 - 9PM |
Brimmer & Heeltap offers a memorable dining experience with attentive service and a lively atmosphere. The menu features a variety of delicious dishes, including oysters, Hamachi, Dungeness Crab, mussels, and a delightful grapefruit custard. Customers praise the well-prepared and spiced food, which creates a feast for the taste buds. Many enjoy the Hanger steak, Radicchio salad, and carrots, though some find the sauces a bit overpowering. The restaurant's cozy, intimate setting in a historic building includes a beautiful garden patio and a hidden back studio, perfect for private gatherings. The staff is friendly and quick to recommend dishes, making every visit enjoyable. Recent reviews highlight the incredible taste of the food, with dishes like the duck with grilled apricot and crispy potatoes standing out. The atmosphere is inviting and playful, with inventive food and genuine hospitality. Overall, Brimmer & Heeltap remains a favorite for its creative cuisine, welcoming environment, and consistently excellent service.