Fat's Chicken and Waffles

Fat's Chicken and Waffles

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Fat's Chicken and Waffles sits on E Cherry St. in Seattle's Central District, serving Southern food anchored by its namesake pairing of fried chicken and waffles. The menu shifts with the clock: breakfast and lunch give way to dinner on weekdays, while weekends bring brunch and an evening service, with happy hour also on offer.

Regulars describe it as a neighborhood fixture with hands-on, owner-driven hospitality — the kind of spot where the classics come out consistently enough to draw a crowd, and sometimes a wait, on busy days. It's built a reputation locally as a cozy, dependable gem rather than a special-occasion destination.

The restaurant has drawn attention from local food press, including a review from The Infatuation.
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CRITICCovered by The Infatuation
RATINGS4.6 stars across 2,010 reviews1 source
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City

Seattle

Neighborhood

Central District

Price

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Cuisine

Chicken

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