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Best American Food in Ballard

North Seattle's American Food shortlist. Five spots picked by a local who cares, validated by neighbors, sorted by a transparent formula. No sponsored placements, ever.

Also see Best American Food across all of North Seattle 16 picks
  1. 1

    The Ballard Cut

    Ballard · American Food

    Ranks high on aggregator quality and recent reviews.

    Why it ranks
    89/100
  2. 2

    Copine

    Ballard

    Ranks high on aggregator quality and recent reviews.

    Composite
    89/100
  3. 3

    Bitterroot BBQ

    Ballard

    Ranks high on aggregator quality and recent reviews.

    Composite
    84/100
  4. 4

    Hattie's Hat

    Ballard
    Editor's PickHighly Reviewed

    Ranks high on aggregator quality and editor pick.

    Composite
    81/100
  5. 5

    Lockspot Cafe

    Ballard
    Highly Reviewed

    Ranks high on aggregator quality and recent reviews.

    Composite
    77/100
How this list was made

Compiled from review data across multiple sources, weighted by recency, then adjusted by an editorial visit and local votes. Want to nominate a spot? Vote here (login required, one vote per neighbor).