What are your happy hour hours?

Our happy hour is from 4 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Friday.

Do you have a food menu?

Yes, we offer a variety of small plates and snacks to complement our drinks.

Where are you located?

We are located at 550 12th Ave, Capitol Hill.

Can I reserve a table or area for a private event?

Yes, please contact us to discuss options and availability for your event.

Do you have a selection of craft beers?

Yes, we pride ourselves on our rotating selection of local and regional craft beers.

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Ba Bar Capitol Hill in Seattle

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Ba Bar Capitol Hill is a vibrant Southeast Asian restaurant and Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Our eclectic eatery offers a unique fusion of traditional Vietnamese flavors with modern twists, ensuring a culinary experience like no other. As a gluten-free restaurant, we cater to a variety of dietary needs, and our vegetarian restaurant options are carefully crafted to delight. From savory soup restaurant favorites to sweet pastry shop treats, our menu boasts an array of flavors to satisfy any craving. Unwind with a craft cocktail at our trendy cocktail bar, or enjoy a quick bite on-the-go from our takeout restaurant service. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a lively night out, Ba Bar Capitol Hill is the perfect destination. Visit us today at 550 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, and indulge in the bold flavors and warm hospitality that have made us a beloved fixture in the Capitol Hill community.

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Ba Bar Capitol Hill is a trendy spot serving creative cocktails and Vietnamese-inspired small plates in a lively atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the friendly service, generous portions, and extensive drink menu.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.6/5

Zomato: 4.2/5

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Lily -Google user

9 months ago

The soft serve was runny and the server acknowledged it and pointed it out upon setting it on the table . This is a quality issue as texture is important. They shouldn't be serving it let alone charging. Seems like they don't take...Read More

Food: 4/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 2/5

Gaurav Hegde -Google user

a year ago

Authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Capitol Hill open till midnight.They have authentic tofu spinach rolls which are delicious.We got the spicy chicken ramen soup and the pho do gron which was solid!They have a lot of toppings and meat in the broth and ramen . You...Read More

Recommended dishes Garlic Crab Noodles, Chicken Pho, Broth Recommendation for vegetarians Somewhat recommend Vegetarian offerings Vegetarian menu or section, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes

Steven -Google user

3 weeks ago

It was my first time having lunch at Ba Bar in Capitol Hill, and I must say, it’s a beautiful place! The front entrance and the decor inside the restaurant are stunning.As soon as my wife and I stepped inside, a lady at the front...Read More

Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 5/5Parking space Plenty of parking Parking options Free street parking

Quintin Coppola -Google user

6 years ago

I liked it. The atmosphere has that Seattle city vibe that encourages conversation and being yourself; it's close to the Seattle University campus, so I would expect that. Service was friendly but nothing out the ordinary or exceptional. The bar was impressive and reminded me...Read More

Cynthia Saechao -Google user

6 months ago

The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was cozy, and the food was good! The beef in the pho was tenderoni.4 stars only, though, because:• They don't have the usual pho seasonings out, so my husband asked for some fish sauce. One of the ladies said...Read More

Sabah B -Google user

3 years ago

Tried and true top tier Vietnamese cuisine. Ya know when you see the word "bistro" on a restaurant, they just elevate things with fancy words like "arugula" and "pear compote" well BaBar is like that but with Vietnamese. They have all the staples you'll be...Read More

Bast -Google user

3 years ago

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Shaifa Hirji -Google user

11 months ago

My boyfriend and I have had some really good experiences here before.We wanted some good spicy Vietnamese food! We came in were greeted and seated by friendly staff.Our food wasn’t so great 😭 unfortunately nothing seemed to be hot temperate wise.Ordered:Singaporean noodlesSpicy noodle soupLettuce wrapWingsLettuce...Read More

Food: 3/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommendation for vegetarians Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings Vegetarian menu or section Parking space Difficult to find parking Parking options Paid street parking

Jong Lee -Google user

6 months ago

Always solid with some new dishes from time to time. Lunch was quite reasonably priced and there is decent metered street parking with cheap rates.Great quick service.Parking: Parking across the street is usually good for when we come on weekends and evenings.

Recommended dishes Rolls Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options Paid street parking

Brandon Le -Google user

a year ago

A good fusion Vietnamese spot that stays open late and is a good spot to get unique food in Capitol Hill. Definitely not “authentic” style, but still pretty good. It’s quick pricey, but decent portions and tasty, even if they doesn’t taste like their authentic...Read More

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Casey Lantz -Google user

a year ago

Place was packed, but still had a nice night. I got the vegetarian curry noodles and the eggplant; my friend got the duck. I ended up drinking the curry when I ran out of noodles, if that says anything about how tasty it was. :)...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Jorgedabossman -Google user

a year ago

This was my first time trying Vietnamese food and I can same without a shadow of a doubt this is some of the best food I've had in my life.I got the lemon beef vermicelli noodles. They were delicious, as well as beef skewers as...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Grilled Chicken Vermicelli, Rolls

George Moua -Google user

2 years ago

It's not your traditional Vietnamese restaurant, but more Vietenamese fused with Capitol Hill vibe. Got seated on their outdoor patio with heated cover top. Started off with their Grilled Asian Eggplants and Crispy Imperial Rolls, and then ordered the traditional Pho Tai Nam (Beef Combination...Read More

Alexandra Beach -Google user

4 weeks ago

My ongoing concern with Ba Bar revolves around the inconsistency of the food quality. While there are times when customer service may fall short, the primary issue lies with the food itself. Having frequented the Cap Hill Ba Bar location for over a decade, dining...Read More

Food: 2/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5

Hyebin Lee -Google user

4 months ago

I really liked the pandan cake and the rotisserie chicken rice, the sauce was so yummy.Good for Her(the cocktail with an umbrella decoration) was perfect without too much sweatness. The other cocktail was strong for me. The service was fast even though it was pretty...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Brian Huie -Google user

7 months ago

Ba Bar in Cap Hill (really First Hill) offers a fantastic dining experience with a modern twist on classic Vietnamese cuisine. During my visit, I enjoyed their delicious soup, perfectly cooked noodles, and expertly crafted cocktails.The cocktails were refreshing and well-balanced, setting a great tone...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Beef Pho

Tiffany V -Google user

7 months ago

A MUST for a Seattle trip! Some of the best Vietnamese food I've had in a very long time! The flavors are incredible, especially the pho and the rockfish!5/5 - Pho Tai Nam -- broth is so flavorful and comforting!5/5 Rockfish...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes

sydney silver -Google user

9 months ago

Overall this was a yummy dinner.It wasn’t the best Vietnamese food I’ve ever had, but also far from the worst.The garlic shrimp was my favorite part.

Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Pooja Chaudhary -Google user

a year ago

We came in as a group of 5 for dinner on a weekday. We were seated right away once the entire party arrived.I ordered the yellow curry noodles - the portion sizes are enormous! The curry is warm and hearty and quite lovely. I also...Read More

Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5

Pablo Zayas -Google user

3 years ago

I stopped by on a whim and as always, Ba Bar never disappoints. From the friendly front desk person to the friendly waiters. One of my favorite places.Now the food! This time it was a takeout order. I ordered the Saigon wings. Delicious morsels of...Read More

Hannah Tiên -Google user

a year ago

I've probably been here about a dozen times - it's conveniently located for our community after we get out late at night, so it's a plus that it's open late. Overall, it's a pretty good place. The service has improved in the last couple of...Read More

Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes

Jeff Johnson -Google user

a year ago

Amazing food, staff and environment!The pictures are of the Phở Tái Lăn Dish.$17Gluten FreeHa noi style Sauteed top sirloin (Pure Country Farm), garlic, ginger, pickled chili, citrus, green onion, cilantro.

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Patrece De Bique -Google user

4 weeks ago

I recently ordered from Ba Bar in Seattle and had a truly disappointing experience. I ordered the oxtail pho, expecting a hearty, flavorful dish. Instead, I was served a bowl with just one tiny piece of oxtail. For a dish that’s supposed to feature rich,...Read More

Aisha Aslam -Google user

6 months ago

Food was delicious. Ordered the vegan pho and the broth is so rich and tasty! Perfect for a rainy day or when you are feeling under the weather. I feel like even tho it gets busy the service can improve.Vegetarian options: Vegan pho

Food: 5/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Soup Recommendation for vegetarians Highly recommend Vegetarian offerings Vegetarian menu or section

Hak Williams -Google user

a year ago

This place deserves higher than its current 4.4 rating. The food, service, and quality are all 5.0, but I think a lot of reviewers find it hard to give it a 5 because they think vietnamese food should be cheaper. It's actually not...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Bun Bo Hue

Kiana Geary -Google user

4 months ago

Uli (spelling- not sure??) was lovely- had great chats and a great energy. Will be back to chat with him!Kiana

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

Sherry Fan -Google user

a month ago

i’ve been to other Ba Bar locations but at this one the service was pretty lackluster. the maitre d brushed us off when we asked about our waitlist position and pretty rudely said that she didn’t control the wait times. we were seated on the...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 3/5

Alex B Chakoian -Google user

5 months ago

Elevated Vietnamese cuisine in a fun, unpretentious atmosphere. They seriously make the best Vietnamese food I've ever had, and I've eaten a lot of food in Vietnam. It's not cheap, but it's fantastic, and their service is great (took a dip with short staffing mid-late...Read More

Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Recommended dishes Sài Gòn Chicken Wings

Ya Ba -Google user

a month ago

Rude and Frustrating Experience:My boyfriend and I recently visited Ba Bar, and our experience was incredibly disappointing. We wanted to sit in the restaurant to eat, but the staff made the whole situation far more difficult than it needed to be. They left us waiting...Read More

Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5

R -Google user

3 months ago

Stopped by for a quick late night bite. Folks around me were all ordering Pho but I decided to try out their Bun Cha Ha Noi — first time trying this dish.Just from a first glance at my dish, I knew that that the flavors...Read More

Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5Parking options Paid street parking

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Identifies as Asian-owned

Identifies as women-owned

Service options

Outdoor seating

Curbside pickup

Delivery

Takeout

Dine-in

Highlights

Fast service

Great cocktails

Great coffee

Great tea selection

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Lunch

Dinner

Solo dining

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible restroom

Wheelchair accessible seating

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

Alcohol

Beer

Cocktails

Coffee

Comfort food

Happy hour drinks

Happy hour food

Hard liquor

Healthy options

Late-night food

Organic dishes

Private dining room

Quick bite

Salad bar

Small plates

Vegan options

Vegetarian options

Wine

Dining options

Brunch

Lunch

Dinner

Catering

Counter service

Dessert

Seating

Amenities

Bar onsite

Gender-neutral restroom

Restroom

Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Casual

Cozy

Trendy

Crowd

College students

Family-friendly

Groups

LGBTQ+ friendly

Tourists

Transgender safespace

Planning

Accepts reservations

Usually a wait

Payments

Credit cards

Debit cards

Children

Good for kids

High chairs

Parking

Free street parking

Paid street parking

Pets

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed outside

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LGBTQ+ friendly

Identifies as women-owned

Identifies as Asian-owned

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