Staple & Fancy
$$$$ • Italian, Cocktail Bar, Gluten-Free Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Staple & Fancy
Customers' Favorites
Ricotta Cheesecake
Butternut Ravioli
Albacore Crudo
Steak Tartare
Fried Oysters
Seared Halibut
Bruschetta
Seafood
Mackerel
Burrata
Staple & Fancy Reviews
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Always a great place to take friends! We had dinner with a Legend last night Cliff McCrath! My college soccer Coach!
The food was the best I’ve had in Ballard. And the service was top notch as well. I don’t drink alcohol so I wished there were more non-alcohol options. Don’t get me wrong, they had several, but like many restaurants anymore, no iced tea. That’s a small thing though. I enjoyed everything else about the restaurant.
I really enjoyed my experience here. It was one of my first experiences of a tasting menu. The tasting menu was a great deal at $65 during happy hour. There were several appetizers, pasta, a meat dish, and dessert. A lot of food for the price! The food and service was great! Will be back to try the other pastas!
Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
Staple & Fancy is a stylish date night spot with a great Happy Hour deal, offering delicious pasta, bruschetta, and octopus. The focaccia with whipped lardo is a standout dish. Many guests praise the quality of the food, especially the burrata, which is complemented by flavorful pesto and grilled crostini, and the main courses like gnocchi Bolognese and carbonara, which are highly praised for their perfect seasoning and quality. The restaurant also offers a chef's tasting menu that has received excellent reviews for both service and food. The staff is attentive and friendly, with servers like Seth earning high marks. The building’s unique atmosphere adds to the dining experience, making it a memorable place for celebrations, such as birthdays. Recent visitors have shared that the private dining room downstairs remains a favorite for intimate gatherings, though some noted that the space could benefit from sound dampening to reduce noise levels. Guests have also enjoyed specific dishes like burrata with pistachio pesto, salmon crudo, crab ravioli, and their homemade ginger beer, describing these as unforgettable and refreshing. Overall, Staple & Fancy provides a very good dining experience, with many considering it worth the higher price for the quality served, especially appreciating the creative yet comforting dishes and the warm, welcoming ambiance.