Hale's Ales Brewery & Pub
Seattle, WA 98107
Phone: (206) 706-1544
- Cross Street:
- 43rd Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am
Editorial Review for Hale's Ales Brewery & Pub – by Paul Fontana
The Scene
Upon entering this handsomely sturdy facility, visitors immediately get a full view of the brewing works. The pub, meanwhile, sits sealed behind closed doors to the left. While the layout may suggest something about Hale's priorities, the pub is hardly an afterthought. Dimly lit with lots of dark wood accented by brass and porcelain fixtures, the main bar area invites lingering. A dining room and an outdoor deck are somewhat less stately, but open to guests under 21.
The Draw
Open since 1983, Hale's knows its business well; the Pale Ale and Moss Bay Extra are especially strong. The food, particularly the pizzas and appetizers, is usually tasty and reasonably priced. Unlike other local breweries with on-site pubs, liquor is available. Located between downtown Ballard and Fremont, the pub is also a convenient meeting point.
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Insider Tips
ParkingThere's no real lot, so parking can be problematic. It's just a few feet from the Burke-Gilman Trail, so biking is sometimes the better option.
Know Before You GoHale's can accommodate up to 90 guests for special events in its upstairs meeting facility.
User Reviews for Hale's Ales Brewery & Pub
09/22/2007 Posted by lord_humongous
I ate lunch here after a trip to the zoo with my wife and parents simply to try Hale's Ales Cream Ale. I was not disappointed by the beer but I wasn't blown away by my pizza, either. However, everyone else enjoyed their lunches. My unexciting pizza aside, I will defintely go back to Hale's Ales for the great service we received and to sample more of their beers. Bottoms up!
Pros: Great beer, Great service
06/08/2007 Posted by eemajin
For a lunchtime salad for $12.95 I was expecting something really great, but was very dissappointed with the Jeerk Ceasar Salad. Ceasar salads were once green and full of nutrients and fiber. Nowadays, the restaurants are serving yellow and white romaine lettuce with about as much nutrition and fiber as head lettuce, that is, almost none. To boot, it was over loaded with thick creamy dressing, and boring white bread croutons. I guess the slab of grilled chicken on top was supposed to justify the price, but all in all it was a boring salad and left me feeling like I was eating junk food. To be fair, my husband's mushroom burger was tasty and it was nice that he had the healthier choice of cole slaw rather than fries on the side. But please please, bring back GREEN romaine lettuce.
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