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Green star Bitterroot (Ballard)

5239 Ballard Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 588-1577
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Bitterroot, in the old Acme Rubber Stamp Shop on the corner by Hattie's Hat, uses an in-house smoker and picturesque stacks of apple wood to very good effect, especially with the chicken and the smoked-tomato-and-salt Bloody Mary. Sides are way better than average, especially the super-fluffy grits. The front room has salvaged wood paneling and chain-link fencing, which sounds weird but looks pleasant; the bar in the back feels a little bit secret, like a small private club. Also: a long list of all-American whiskeys, bourbons, and beers. Bitterroot's pretty great, and it's also open late—until 2 a.m. every damn day.
Hours: 11 am-2 am daily
Categories: Bar, Restaurant

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nikoniko 1

They smoke it, you slather it

Bitterroot's delicious meats are smoked to perfection, and you get to choose which of their homemade sauces you want to pour onto it. Their pulled pork sandwich is my fave, served with plenty of meat on a pretzel roll. I also tried their bloody mary, which is bomb and served with a large piece of candied bacon.

The atmosphere is casual but the decor is simple and clean. A nice place to chill and drink, but also nice enough bring your parents. I am personally sold on the place.
Posted by nikoniko on June 24, 2012 at 4:34 PM · Report

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