

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.
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.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
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
Location
Recognition and awards
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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.






















