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Skillet Diner

4.3· 930 reviews
Average ratingGreat
4.3/ 5

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What reviewers say about Skillet Diner

Generated with AI from 930 reviews on Trustburn · updated 39 days ago

Across the sample of reviews, customers frequently praise the food as tasty and flavorful and often highlight good brunch, drinks, and patio options, while some note long or stressful waits and a few feel the prices are too high for the portion.
What does Skillet Diner do?

Skillet Diner is described on file as offering riveting comfort food, and reviews mention burgers, milkshakes, brunch, and similar diner-style meals.

What are the most common complaints about Skillet Diner?

In the lowest-rated reviews on file, critical reviewers describe food being overcooked or prepared wrong, prices they felt were too high for what they received, and front-of-house staff they described as rude or dismissive, including one incident involving a straw without a sleeve.

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Joe Perry
Reviews 1

Food was delicious and liked the post modern meets contemporary yuppie decor, relaxed and not overstimulating. Portions were large and hearty. Plenty of outside seating and space at the counter. Was there on a Sunday and got right in. Scratch Donut holes and a flight of Mimosas, what could be better?

Tatiana Ortiz
Reviews 1

I will be the first to say that I am a picky eater, however, out of the 4 times I've been here I cant find anything I actually enjoy. The food is either too fatty, too sweet or flavorless. My boyfriend loves this place that's the only reason I'm giving it 3 stars.

Dirty Pony
Reviews 1

I ve only been twice and that ll be the end of it. First time our waitstaff was a bit slow but totally understandable for how busy it gets. I wish I had that the second time. I met my friends there for brunch to see our friend one last time before she moves away and the host or manager was rushing me before he even sat us. They were prompt with our reservation but every single thing that was said to us either by the waiter or manager was passive aggressively hurry up . I understand they are trying to have a timely turnover but it really irritated my whole group. Instead of enjoying one last brunch together we were stressed out over food that wasn t worth it. The manager followed me out to return my phone I left behind which I appreciate greatly. It s not an awful place but I think the vibe and direction is a little off. It wasn t a place to enjoy time with your friends but maybe that was our mistake for having that expectation.

Aprill Murphy
Reviews 1

I stumbled across this place desperate for a breakfast stop while in town and boy am I glad! We got a spot right at the bar and left so full and happy. We enjoyed the little peak into the kitchen and watching the magic happen. 10/10 would recommend and I can t wait to go back and try more of that menu!

Miguel Nelson
Reviews 1

So I came to the restaurant on Sunday around 5 ish the food took forever to be ready then the gentleman hands me my shake then grabs a straw without a sleeve on it and I told him very politely hey I don't take a straw if it don't have a sleeve I took the drink like that he caught some type of attitude with me then I was like okay whatever have a great day then he just looked at me like I said something wrong

Anya K
Reviews 1

The food is all greasy, huge, and gross. This must be a very specific taste type of thing, but my friends and I were not into it. So greasy I didn't feel good after, and I only had the fries and a piece of the giant, ultra sugary cinnamon roll (which didn't taste like much else, besides sugar and a little cinnamon) My poor friend got an actual dish (something with waffles and bacon) and he felt gross after eating it.
The staff were nice. Even turned up the temp for us. Just this food can't really be called food.

Terrell Harrington
Reviews 1

The gf and I really look forward to coming here when we get the chance. All the food has an extra level of flavor that most generic places don't. The wait can be long, but it's normally worth it. Free coffee while you wait. Friendly staff willing to go the extra mile for you. Yes, please.

Geoffrey Swenson
Reviews 1

It's a very good American style cafe. The coffee, food and drinks are just fine. The Chicken Sammy is about the best fried chicken sandwich I've ever had. Some of the portions of the dishes are way too big so go with friends and share or stick with the sandwiches and salad. I don't like spending so much on three times as much food as I can eat in one sitting.

Yasmin Gonzalez
Reviews 1

I was so excited to try this place, it smelled so good! Unfortunately the host was rude and gave us attitude. We still decided to get on the waitlist anyways and waited over 25 mins (he said the wait was going to be 15 min, because he had reserversations and had to give people their food) I totally understand that! but my friend went to go ask how much longer and the server was still having attitude. We felt so disrespected, makes me not ever want to try this place.

kandhar kurhade
Reviews 1

A good brunch menu with some really nice veggie options. They are famous for their fried chicken I wouldn t say its the best i had but its good. The vegetarian burger was really nice and I loved it. The tomato basil soup was delicious.
This place takes reservations so plan ahead otherwise there is a long wait.

Samuel Sutherland
Reviews 1

The most basic residents of the hill will gather here for brunch en masse Saturday s and Sunday s.

It s uninspired food with slow service. The portions are large but just don t taste great. And then you end up bringing back this kinda bad food and leaving it in your fridge for a while so it can really taste old and mediocre.

I can promise you that your reaction to this place will be it was okay and then you will forget about it.

I gave it three tries. There are just so so so many better options around the hill that have amazing food, a meal here is a bland waste of caloric deficit :(

Shailesh Kumar
Reviews 1

Phenominal brunch especially their pancake fried chicken sandwich!!!! Biscuit with gravy is just average as the biscuit is just dry and the gravy wayy too think to keep the biscuit moist enough. Great service killer drinks. Get ready for wait times during the weekend but well worth it.

Brian Woodland
Reviews 1

This has to be one of the best diners around! The staff was very nice and helpful. The atmosphere in the restaurant was very vintage and gave it a really cool feel. We chose to sit on the patio which was great! Their were seven of us and we all loved our food! The chicken and waffles were really good!

Tiffany Cheng
Reviews 1

Go to the Skillet for their specials of the day. The moist pulled pork sandwiches are to die for, the fries are seasoned with herbs and parmesan cheese, the milkshakes are the bomb! I do have to say that I am not fond of their burgers, but to each his own! Skillet has a location inside the Seattle Center food court as well.

bianca bott
Reviews 1

Now I am not usually one to leave a review, but my family and I are visiting seattle from England, and we have been loving the customer service everywhere we have been the last few days, everyone is so happy and friendly, but we came here tonight and were completely blown away, being British we are pretty picky about prices, yes it's true, but this place is well worth every penny. The food was impeccable, but not only that, the atmosphere, the music, the staff, they were all 5stars easy! I read some reviews before going and expected small portions, I ordered a salad which when it turned up was huge! Not only that, absolutely beautiful, every mouthful was a delight! My other half had the mac'n'cheese and was so happy, but couldn't quite finish it all, and before you know it they're offering you a box to take it home! (Which for is Brits is a rarity). My father in law had the steak, which at $26 you get a bit nervous, but it was cooked to perfection! We all ended up eating off of each other's plates we were so amazed by the beauty of it all! It's generous, welcoming, busy (but comfortable of course). The staff are more than happy to help you pick and Explain what certain foods are without making you feel like a Derp! It has all the cuteness of a kitten, with drinks served in preserves jars and even real napkins! Water handed straight to you in generous bottles! Being a young couple with the in laws it can be hard to find somewhere we all agree on so well! But heck, we are here for three weeks and I can certainly say we will be going again more than once! Thank you for your hospitality, friendly faces and beautiful food!

Trinh Nguyen
Reviews 1

My first time here after driving past it a few times. I ordered the southwest chicken and my partner got the mamas meat loaf. Both dishes were packed with its own unique flavors and the portion was definitely worth it for the price. My southwest chicken has a peppery honey glaze that was subtle and sweet. The chicken was crisp to perfection. The flavors from the meatloaf pairs well with their mash potatoes. Both dishes came with a serving of finger potatoes and chopped carrots, both of which were seasoned and cooked well where it wasn't too hard or too soft. There's no doubts that the chefs at Skillet puts a lot of attention into their dishes.

Jared Tomlinson
Reviews 1

Mediocre. The menu sounded good. But the reality was much less.
Coffee was barely ok- watery. In another city this wouldn't be a big deal. But in Seattle I expect good coffee!
I had the corned beef hash. Which was greasy in the extreme! And bland. The beef wasn't even "corned"! The tops of the eggs had a puddle of oil.

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About Skillet Diner

Riveting comfort food