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THE DISH
First Down
written by Lauren Adam / Photo Sarah Flotard
Make your Seattle Seahawks pre-game plans just as impressive as a hawks’ win by kicking off at these
nearby Centurylink Field hot spots.
DAMN THE WEATHER
KRAKEN CONGEE
PRE-GAME SNACK: S & P Chicken Skins. Forget about chips, rinds, and
tempura. These fried chicken skins are a hot crunchy power play
that guests won’t soon forget. Comes with spicy jalapeños, bright
scallions, and peanuts.
PRE-GAME SNACK: The Sticky Icky Fish Sauce Wings for tangy wings
elevated beyond the normal wing game. These are doused in
tasty sauce then topped with pickled radish and carrot. At happy
hour they’re only $5.
116 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104 l www.damntheweather.com
88 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98104 l www.krakencongee.com
THE LODGE
TAYLOR SHELLFISH OYSTER BAR
High class Hawks fans unite. Damn the Weather is a sleek
gastropub with craft cocktails and oysters on the half shell. Damn
the Weather is the best option for foodie football plans. If you are
looking for a unique pre-game that includes slightly more daring
options, this spot is for you.
The Lodge has become a neighborhood staple across the Seattle
area for good eats and an extensive variety of beers on tap. Instead
of the typical bar food, The Lodge is known for approachable highend sports-inspired creations.
PRE-GAME SNACK: Try the Parmesan and Herb House Fries and
skip the overprice stadium frites. Crunchy on the outside then
sprinkled with herbs, Parmesan, bacon bits, and green onions
makes for a loaded side that anyone will be a fan of. They are just
$3 at happy hour which includes late night from 9 – close, Sunday
– Thursday so you can get them before or after the game.
166 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104 l www.thelodgesportsgrille.com
Kraken Congee is not your average pre-game spot. The Southeast
Asian comfort food was popular as a popup but now Seattle can
enjoy with dim lighting and exposed brick at Kraken Congee’s
Pioneer Square location. It works as a Sunday pre-game brunch
spot or for happy hour before a Thursday night game.
From tide to table, Taylor Shellfish has been serving Seattle the
freshest oysters available. The long narrow bar has maintained
its Pioneer Square charms, becoming a favorite pre-game
destination. With classic seafood items and an energetic, friendly
vibe, this is the go to pre-game spot for seafood lovers.
PRE-GAME SNACK: Shigoku oysters. The Shigoku’s are a Taylor
Shellfish signature. They’re grown in floating bags and attached to
lines that move with the tides causing the oysters to tumble. The
tumbling effect creates a small, dense oyster with a clean taste
and a hint of salt. Get ready for the big win by ordering a Shigoku
shooter with house cocktail sauce and Oola Vodka.
410 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104 l www.taylorshellfishfarms.com
QUALITY ATHLETICS
This sports bar does highmend game eats that don’t disappoint
in a convenient location circa CenturyLink Field. From the
rotating slushies, plethora of flat screens, ambient outdoor fire
pits and the Astroturf décor, this is the number one place to
pre-game.
PRE-GAME SNACK: The juicy unparalleled Quality Burger. Nothing
fancy; just a plentiful patty, sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy
pickled onions, and New Hampshire sauce with an option to
add house made bacon. Great for soaking up lots of beer.
121 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104 l www.qualityathletics.com
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