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    Mike's Chili Parlor, Bar in Seattle
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    Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives 2026

    Mike's Chili Parlor

    Ballard, Seattle

    Bar in Seattle, United States

    Why go

    Book this only if the goal is old-school chili, beer, and a casual Ballard tavern mood. Mike's Chili Parlor is good value for a low-stakes meal, especially for one or two people, but it is the wrong pick for wine, cocktails, polished service, or a dressed-up date.

    About Mike's Chili Parlor

    Mike's Chili Parlor is a casual Seattle option with a price level of about $15 per person. With limited venue details available, the safest way to plan around it is to treat it as a low-commitment stop rather than a formal dinner built around a long list of specific amenities.

    For someone deciding whether to return, the clearest grounded read is the value and informality: the dress code is casual, the price point is modest, and the venue has been identified as a Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar in 2026. Beyond that, specific claims about menu items, drinks, seating, service style, or room details should be confirmed directly before making plans around them.

    Choose this for a casual Seattle stop

    The strongest reason to consider Mike's Chili Parlor is its simple positioning: casual dress, Seattle location, and an approximately $15 per person price point. That makes it easier to fit into an unfussy night than into an occasion that depends on a specific dining format or detailed beverage program.

    The value case is clearest when expectations stay grounded. It is a better fit for someone seeking an informal Seattle venue than for a planner who needs confirmed details on seating, reservations, outdoor space, dietary accommodations, or a specific menu format.

    The room is part of the recommendation

    The casual dress code is the most reliable planning cue. This is not a venue that needs to be framed as a dressed-up dinner; it is more appropriately considered for a relaxed Seattle outing at a modest price point.

    Use it as a Seattle anchor, then build the rest of the night elsewhere

    For planning beyond this parlor, ’s Seattle guides are more useful than forcing this room to cover every need: start with our full Seattle bars guide, our full Seattle restaurants guide, our full Seattle hotels guide, our full Seattle wineries guide, and our full Seattle experiences guide.

    If the night needs more than one stop, browse other Seattle dining and nightlife options generically rather than assuming Mike's Chili Parlor covers every preference. The details here support a casual, value-minded visit; anything more specific should be checked directly.

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    Planning details

    Location
    1447 N.W. Ballard Way
    Website
    facebook.com/MikesChiliParlor
    Phone
    206-782-2808
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A classic old-Seattle dive bar and urban chili parlor with a nostalgic, no-frills feel: low-key lighting, worn-in décor, and a friendly but slightly gruff tavern vibe focused on chili and beer rather than polished design.

    Tags

    Vibe

    IconicRusticCozy

    Best For

    After WorkCasual HangoutSolo

    Experience

    Historic BuildingStandalone

    Format

    Seated BarCounter Only

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Dive Bar
    Late Night
    Closes by Midnight
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    1447 N.W. Ballard Way
    Planning details
    Recognition and awards
    2026
    Explore Seattle
    Around this place
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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the crowd like at Mike's Chili Parlor?

    The details point to a casual Seattle venue at about $15 per person. Mike's Chili Parlor is also listed as a 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Bar, but specific crowd details should be confirmed through current local sources.

    Is Mike's Chili Parlor good for a date?

    It can fit a casual Seattle date if the priority is an informal setting and a modest price point of about $15 per person. It is not the best choice to frame as a dressy occasion, since the dress code is casual.

    Is Mike's Chili Parlor worth the prices?

    At about $15 per person, Mike's Chili Parlor sits at a modest price point for Seattle. Whether it is worth it depends on whether you want a casual stop rather than a more formal dining plan.

    Is the food good at Mike's Chili Parlor?

    Use the venue name and current official sources to decide whether it fits what you want to eat.