Restaurant · Seattle
Notably Unpretentious and Notoriously Delicious
The Shambles has a warm staff who care about your experience.
Our story
A little taste of home in Seattle.
The Shambles features beautiful handmade, communal tables, fostering a welcoming 'love thy neighbor' atmosphere. We value both our neighborhood regulars and out-of-town patrons, striving to create a laid-back environment perfect for any occasion.
Our carefully curated menu offers something for everyone, whether you're craving a mouth-watering steak, a satisfying vegetarian meal, or a finely crafted burger.
Our warm staff is dedicated to ensuring you have a wonderful experience. We hope you will come join us soon!
Why locals love us
What makes us, us.
Communal Tables
Enjoy our beautiful handmade, communal tables, fostering a 'love thy neighbor' atmosphere.
Walk-in Bar Seating
We always keep bar space open for walk-in guests, ensuring a spot for spontaneous visits.
Versatile Dining
Our laid-back atmosphere accommodates date nights, special get-togethers, or casual bites.
Diverse Menu Options
Our menu is procured to offer something for everyone, from mouth-watering steaks to vegetarian meals and finely crafted burgers.
21+ Establishment
Please note that our restaurant is only able to serve patrons 21 years and older.
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From the kitchen
Every plate, made with care.
What guests say
Loved by the neighborhood.
★ 4.7 · 908 Google reviews
“Ballard’s best kind of steak night! The cuts are posted on the wall each evening, the service is warm and on it, and every plate hits. The Caesar that actually earns its place at the table. Creamy squash, crispy wedges, silky corn, perfectly seared steaks…”
“I loved the play on the word Shambles, a middle English word for slaughterhouse. The place was very busy but the service was still great! Steaks are listed on the chalk board and crossed out when ordered. The steaks were prepared to perfection for all of us.”
“Not a single thing in the menu was a 'miss'. Everything was so perfectly flavorful and cooked correctly. The staff is very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Don't sleep on this spot for steak 🤤”
“The food was absolutely amazing. We ordered two steaks—the Ribeye and the Wagyu Bavette—and I’d highly recommend the Bavette. The Belgian Tripel and the Malbec/Merlot were fantastic pairings. We also had the tartare and the mushroom sides, which were both…”
“I came here once, then it became a place I wanted to visit all the time. Its a true staple and a favorite of mine. As a steak house, they get it right everytime... At least in my experience. Everything is made with such flavor and nothing has truly…”
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Is there an age restriction?+
Our restaurant is only able to serve patrons 21 years and older.
Do you take reservations?+
We take reservations, but always keep bar space open for walk-in guests.
How do I book for large parties?+
For parties of 9 or more, please email theshamblesseattle@gmail.com for reservation availability and policies.
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