Ballard Loft Restaurant & Sports Pub

Was in town for to hang out with friends and watch a game. Google suggested the place. I wouldn't recommend, Bad service, took forever to get served at the bar. Let's not mention the horrible food. We wasted money on that yucky burger. Please don't order food here. At least they were nice enough to come change the channel to the game we wanted to watch.

Awesome spot! Wife and I were checking out the Ballard farmers market & then she realized her football games was on. She searched a dog friendly sports bar, since we had our pooch, and we found the Ballard Loft just a few steps away. We walked into an awesome crowd with every game on and then some. My wife is following the cup so we were happy to see soccer on too.You have to walk up to the bar and order. We were greeted promptly and ordered a couple of Irish coffees and a BLT and tots. We asked to add a fried egg. The bartender made our drinks promptly and delivered our food while it was piping hot. Oh my! The sandwhich was delicious, on a warm and toasty, scrumptious ciabatta bun! So so good!!! We will be back!

Place smells the way it looks. Rude bartender, Carly, who doesn't wash her hands but stills makes direct contact with items you put in your mouth. Was asked why we didn't tip by the owner. Maybe because we received poor service?. I'm a server, I know people have bad days but we were polite up until Carly tried snapping at us young girls assuming we wouldn't stand up for our selves. Don't work in the service industry, be an asshole, and have your boss ask us why we didn't tip. A tip isn't necessary but a privilege. I won't pay extra to be given attitude for no reason. If one thing Carly and the owner have it's the audacity. Humble yourselves. And at least wipe down the tables.

The Shepherds pie is to die for and great portion size ... perfect leftovers for lunch. Luke the bartender makes a great drink and fun to chat with. I definitely recommend you stop by!!

Generally we prefer restaurants without TVs but that being said, there's great outdoor seating which is quiet and conducive to conversation. You order at the bar--the bartender was helpful and added an orange slice to my husband's Blue Moon which he appreciated. Our group of 4 ordered burgers with fries and a BLT sandwich with side salad. The fries were well-cooked and lightly salted, the side salad actually green (not iceberg!) and fresh. And the burgers/sandwich were not too greasy, on hearty bread, perfectly satisfying.

Wow I just had a few $8 beers which should have been $5 tops. I can understand overhead, but this is ridiculous. Not coming back again soon, thanks!

We came here to watch college football on a Friday night. We got there a little before 5 for a 515 kickoff. It was perfect timing as we found a good spot but it filled up very quickly. You order at the bar and food is brought to you with a number system. It's typical bar food. And they have a lot of drink options. Everyone that worked there was really nice and helpful even during a very busy night. There are tons of tvs and even an outdoor space with tvs. There are two floors so don't be deterred if you don't find space on the first floor.

One of the few sports bars with NFL package to watch football on Sundays. They make an effort to have on every game, and will switch around what game is on what tv based on who's there. I've only been for sports games watching, but seems like they do a number of other fun things at night.

Great place to watch the game! They have them all on, especially local teams, and will try to switch to the game you want.Amazing staff and really good food! Indoor and patio seating! Dog friendly!Pool table upstairs! Perfect place to hangout on an evening or a weekend!

Verbally abusive bartender and an owner that could care less. I was there with friends watching the game and the bartender was rude about everything, from drink choices to ordering food. I changed my mind about ordering food and he tossed my card to me and said "get out, you dumb bitch". I was in shock and I emailed the owner, who could care less. She apologized after I sent multiple emails and then just never followed up. Seems like this behavior is condoned. So, unless you want to be treated like crap for mediocre food and a dirty atmosphere, don't go! Terrible