Belltowners tried to keep it a secret, but word is long out and, more often than not, Two Bells is packed with a hip crowd that includes both artists and business people-- all in pursuit of a good burger and beer. Hot artichoke-garlic spread makes a fantastic starter before you have one of their big, juicy hamburgers, served on a baguette. Expect the average entree to cost under $10.
Open for lunch and dinner. When weather permits, enjoy outdoor seating. A full selection of alcoholic beverages are served, with microbrews, house wines and cocktails.
The Scene Patrons settle into the wood booths or the U-shaped bar for a brew and a burger or a glass of wine and a sandwich. The music is usually picked by the staff, although celebrity musicians in town occasionally show up unannounced to entertain. Both patrons and staff tend toward the artistic side and small-scale exhibits of drawings and paintings rotate on the tavern walls. A greenery-and-flower-lined patio lies out back, though patrons are expected to order before heading that way.
The Draw Two Bells is mostly a beer-and-wine place, though many think there isn't a better burger in Seattle. Ground fresh daily of brisket and round (with enough fat for flavor and juiciness), hand-packed loosely, grilled to order, presented in a hunk of chewy, crusted baguette, the Two Bells burger earned renown from day one, which was in the early '80s.
I love two bells! It is a welcome down home type of place in Belltown, which is usually overpriced and yuppiefied. They have great beer, delicious burgers and a yummy gardenburger. Meet your friends here and you'll stay all night - or just get started here and then go on to the next stop. You can do it all here. I have even gone to study and have a dinner by myself. A great place all around.
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Best local bar
By erikalc
My favorite local bar to hang out in - strong drinks, great selection of beer, super delicious food that's more healthy than the usual dive bar fare, friendly staff, and they even have lots of board games you can play while you hang out if you'd like!
Pros: Stiff Drinks, Yummy Food, Fun board games if you're into that sort of thing... Cons: Perhaps parking? I walk there so I'm not sure...
Posted 12/07/08
if you like grease dripping down your arm...
By aznlovenecstasy
So i came here with my friend for lunch because we heard the bugers were good. the service was okay, u got to get their attention and when we ordered, u can't get fries with your burger... yeah... wtf?? and we both bit into the burger and the grease would just drip down your arm, it was tasty and moist because there's so much fat in it.
Pros: there's barely anyone there so no waiting Cons: Service, Expensive
Posted 03/18/08
A twist to the burgers
By nghin
Have you ever had a burger that serve on a baguette? If not, you must visit this place. Not because I was hungry when I showed up here but indeed it is one of the tastiest burgers I have acquired. The service is so-so and definitely need a beer to go with the burger. If only if, there's french fries with the burger it would be perfect or better yet... how about tater tots?
Posted 01/22/08
Best Chicken Sandwiches Hands Down
By queenannegal
I no longer live in Seattle but I never come home without a stop at Two Bells. This is a funky little place with loads of character from both the staff as well as the setting. They have a great assortment of beer (man do I miss being able to get my hands on Mac & Jacks African Amber) and the best chicken sandwich I've ever tasted. The burgers are great too. My husband and I moved away almost 5 years ago and we still talk about how much we miss this place and wish we had something like it down in MS. Oh, and if you're there in the summer, check out the outdoor seating in the back - it's hidden but worth looking for.
Pros: Great Food, Great Atmosphere, Outdoor Patio Cons: None
Posted 10/07/07
A guaranteed good meal and the best soup and burger sides anywhere.
By runscott
On the one hand you have a really cozy neighborhood atmosphere, great food (no deep fryer!) and a nice beer selection. On the other hand, atmosphere has a lot to do with whose working on any particular night. I always look in the window before going in - if one of the three friendly bartenders are behind the counter, I go in for a guaranteed pleasant evening. If not, I go somewhere else - if the wrong person is behind the counter, there's a good chance I was better off staying home - especially true on Monday nights. The cooks are great - the soup at 2 Bells is the best anywhere, consistently delicious and adventurous. Although they are known for their burgers on sourdough, everything is great - including a perfect steak. The sides of potato salad, baked beans and coleslaw are among the best examples of each you will ever taste.
Pros: Burgers, steaks, sides, soup, the good bartenders are the best Cons: the bad bartenders are really unpleasant
