The Ballard Cut

"Just took my husband here for his birthday and it was fantastic. While my main choice reserving here was for my husband to enjoy the mind-boggling amount of whiskeys they offer, I was pleasantly surprised on how well prepared their food was. We ordered a nice spicy arrabiata pasta dish and Tom Kha inspired type stew. We both enjoyed our meals and felt inspired afterwards especially as we both enjoy cooking at home. Also they surprised my husband with a lovely horchata cake and candle. He enjoyed the whiskey and food. And promises to come back again. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Especially with providing a run down of all the different whiskey options and favorites."

"My husband and I did not have a good experience here. Neither of us enjoyed our drinks. He ordered the aviation and said he could have made it better himself. I ordered the lemonade which was way too bitter. We both ordered the New York steak and when I asked if I could have regular potatoes instead of sweet, as I really don't like sweet potatoes, our waitress said they don't allow substitutions. It's frustrating because I'm almost paying $60 for a meal and I have to have a meal knowing I won't eat half of it. It's not like they don't have regular potatoes either. They had them available for their Tomahawk steak. So why can't I have them with the New York? My husband hated his steak. Mine was fine. After spending almost $200, we left frustrated and hungry. Definitely will not go back."

"An instant favorite!! Everything we had was absolutely delicious, and I’m writing this review as I eat our leftover carbonara and New York strip steak and I can say they it heats up just as well! Already can’t wait to go back, and upset that it took two years of living in Ballard before trying this place."

"Everything was 10/10. Went in there for my birthday celebration and they made me feel so special!(candles and even a free drink from the bar!) and the food was beyond amazing! The dry-aged literally melts in my mouth. Never had Octopus that tender before and the sauce that pairs the octopus go so well with even with the potatoes. Definitely coming back!"

"Staying in Ballard for a couple of days and enjoyed the Ballard Cut! The menu is small, but means everything on it is very well made. Friendly for GF folks as everything but the pastas can be made safe. The whiskey selection is one of the best I’ve seen for all types. The Whiskey person is very knowledgeable and also helped us find a new gin for my wife. They have all the bottles you never see if you want to try something rare, or can build a flight based on a budget. Great spot!"