Sabine Café & Bar

5307 Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle
(206) 208-0281

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Dean

The service here was wonderful from the seating host to the wait staff, bartender, and servers they were on top of things, answered questions regarding the menu and cocktails, and were very professional. The food, small bites, and shareables were flavorful and had just he right savory touches for Mediterranean food. Hands down the cocktails are delicious and creative; probably a highlight and the main reason to visit. Decor and outdoor dining were lovely, not visually distracting and comfortable for a 2 hour gathering and dining experience. Be prepared though to shout or scream your conversations at each other over the very loud music played on at least 12-16 speakers which seems set up more for a dance club environment. So anyone with hearing aids, or that is slightly hearing impaired this will not be a good place for you unless you know sign language. For the rest, it's not background music and will intrude on your conversation - be prepared to go hoarse if you want to chat or talk. My advice grab your food and cocktails, which are divine, to go and picnic elsewhere during nice weather or host at home.

Kitten Freeman

Amazing delectable food. We didn't realize it was a walk-up counter service at first, but once we figured it out we got settled; we arrived just as they were opening.
We hadnt been here since the previous restaurant back in 2019, so we were delightfully surprised by the menu. Highly recommend. Already excited to come back and try more things.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Za'Atar Potatoes

Benjamin Reidell

Two people working the counter, both decided to have in-depth conversations with the friends they were waiting on while there was a line of people waiting. One of the conversations involved trains. Completely oblivious? Don’t care? Not sure.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 1

Sara Coleman

Food and atmosphere were great! There’s no service which was confusing and not communicated well. Ex cocktails were delivered but coffee had to be picked up at the bar. Wish this was better explained before you order & pay.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 2

Isolde M.

What a fabulous spot! The food/atmosphere/staff are all amazing! I had the shakshuka which was lovely—eggs were perfectly done! Hubby had Turkish eggs, kids had harissa wrap and avocado toast—everyone enjoyed their grub and no doggie bags were needed :)) We sat out in the solarium which was fun—even a dreary day in Seattle seemed brighter there! Definitely will return…maybe for a fun date night🎊

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Shakshuka

Ben DiMiero

If you want to pay a fortune for finger food and then go home hungry. This is the place for you!

They don’t have a proper dinner menu. It’s more like a tapas restaurant

Negar

We tried the beet falafel and grilled sumac chicken, accompanied by two gin & tonics. Everything was delicious, but the grilled chicken stood out with its perfectly balanced flavors. The beet falafel had a nice twist, adding a subtle sweetness to the dish. The ambience was lively and inviting, making the whole experience even more enjoyable.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Ankit Agarwal

The vibes are excellent! Would totally go here again. Great coffee, food, and service too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Semi Live

Amazing Place 👏
Best Service 👌
European style 😎
Enjoyed Atmosphere 😉
Welcome, trust me !!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kyra Clark

I would come here regularly for a gin and tonic at the bar and share a halloumi with my partner. One of my favorite places in Ballard to hang out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kacey Figgat

Sabine was so so good! It was pretty busy but everyone moved super fast on ordering and getting food and drinks out.

The avocado toast was so freaking good. The avocado was light and fluffy and the egg and bacon was just a perfect addition.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Sandwich

Sarah Schacht

Food and service on site has been great, but their AI bot answering calls is unhelpful. Tried to call and find out if there was outdoor/heated seating in the morning and couldn’t get an answer from the bot—-who will not forward you to a human. Ended up at another restaurant instead of wasting time driving there without knowing about outdoor seating.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 1

Silke Fleischer

Fern made us an excellent latte with oat milk and happily even a split shot! Thank you, Fern - you rock!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jessie Zang

goooooood

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Portland Vulcan

Overall great vibe n food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast, Sausage

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