Box Bar
If you're looking for a laid-back spot with fantastic food and a great vibe, Box Bar in Seattle is the place to be. Located at 5401 California Ave SW, this local gem offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for any casual night out. Whether you’re grabbing a bite with friends or enjoying a solo evening, Box Bar hits the mark with both its food and drinks.
One of the standout features of this restaurant is its mouthwatering menu. You can’t go wrong with the Kale Caesar—a fresh twist on the classic salad, packed with flavor and crunch. If you’re in the mood for something a little more indulgent, try the Cashew Queso W/tortilla Chips. The creamy queso pairs perfectly with crispy tortilla chips, making it a crowd favorite. For those who love bold, spicy flavors, the Jalapeno Poppers are a must-try—crispy on the outside with a kick of heat that’s sure to satisfy.
But that's not all! Box Bar also has a variety of exciting dishes that will make your taste buds dance. The Tblta is a delicious blend of textures and flavors, and for the adventurous eaters, the Buffalo Tofu Sliders are a unique and tasty alternative to traditional sliders. It’s a great way to enjoy that spicy buffalo flavor with a plant-based twist.
The vibe at Box Bar is always welcoming, with friendly staff ready to make your experience memorable. Whether you're hanging out with friends or enjoying a meal after a long day, the food here never disappoints. Plus, their cocktail list offers the perfect complement to any dish, so you can easily unwind and enjoy the moment.
With its combination of great food, inviting atmosphere, and convenient location in West Seattle, Box Bar is definitely worth checking out next time you're in the area. It’s a spot that truly caters to everyone, whether you’re a food lover, a cocktail enthusiast, or just in search of a fun night out.
Reviews
Delicious all vegan menu. The nachos were a great shareable starter. The bbq sandwich was very messy- which makes for a very good bbq sandwich. The texture of the chocolate mousse and its crust was awesome! They have a great happy hour menu with food and drinks. I want to try everything on the menu!
The food is incredible! Sorry to say, but the 'social order' that vegans felt safe hiding with-in is no longer! The masses are now enjoying something that is truly an 'out of the box' experience.
Great spot for a casual bite with our pup. The nachos are tasty as well as all of the cocktails!
This is a hidden vegan gem in Seattle, and easily in the top tier of vegan restaurants in Seattle. Both my wife and I are vegan. We had an earlier dinner on a Saturday night prior to seeing a show a half-mile down the street at ArtsWest. (pro tip to Seattleites like us who don't live in West Seattle... this is a great place for a pre-show dinner; also, there is a nearly empty pay parking lot by Rite Aid half way between the restaurant and ArtsWest.) We had the lentil nachos, pizza salad (not on the menu on the web site), a brownie butterfinger sundae (also not on the menu on the web site), and some sort of mocktail with aquafaba that was not on the in-restaurant menu or the web site's menu. Everything really goes on about the lentil nachos, and while they were good, the star of the show was the pizza salad. It consisted of two heads of romaine lettuce, with a cheezy sauce, seitan pepperoni, chickpeas, and roasted tomatoes. Incredibly unique, tasted great, and the flavors worked well. The mocktail was also awesome. In addition to aquafaba, it had simple syrup, some sort of sour... and something else that I can't remember. The aquafaba elevated the drink; I don't know why more places don't use it as an ingredient in mocktails. Great egg white replacer in mocktails. We're going to come back in the future and check out the various sandwiches as well, which all look good. Price-wise it's cheaper than what we're used to paying in Seattle. Generally, when we each have a drink and split an appetizer, entree, and dessert, we expect to pay well over $100 with 25% tip. Our check here came to $90-ish with $25 tip (and post-dinner coffee). The entrees are priced slightly less than what we'd expect, and the mocktails were very inexpensive (for Seattle) at $8 a pop. Ambiance is nice. It's a casual bar, with outdoor seating. We sat outdoors, but I'm not sure if that's the best choice, because the cars roar by. Inside there were a handful of booths and some tables. I wish they offered reservations, but on Saturday night at 5:45 pm it was busy but that there was no wait. Service was good, particularly since we were outside. Server came fairly quickly after we sat down, took our drink order, and when came back to take our food arrive. Drinks and food arrived quickly. He checked in once while we were eating, and then came back when we were finishing up with dinner to take our dessert order. This has definitely become our go-to place for West Seattle!
This is where I get my favorite salad ever. I never get tired of it. It's the vegan kale Caesar and I add marinated tofu and tempeh bacon and it's a little slice of flavor paradise for me when I get it home. Or the times I sit in and have it I'll often also grab a tasty cocktail from the bar. The one I enjoy most is made with aquafaba ("Aquafaba (/kwfb/) is the viscous water in which legume seeds such as chickpeas have been cooked. Its use in cuisine was the discovery of the French musician Joël Roessel. Due to its ability to mimic functional properties of egg whites in cooking, aquafaba can be used as a direct replacement for them in some cases, including meringues and marshmallows. It is especially suitable for use by people who avoid eggs, such as vegans and people with egg allergies."), which makes a really convincing and satisfying cocktail foam for the classic fizzes. I love it here. The folks are lovely, the food is tasty and the vibe is warm and cozy. And the food is vegan. It's a great combo that I love for my neighborhood.