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Box Bar - Reviews

5401 California Ave SW, 98126 Seattle
All reviews at a glance
626

Reviews

85.6%

Satisfaction

74

negative

16

neutral

536

positive

What people say about Box Bar

Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Liz S.
Review date: 11/14/2025
9
Delicious Vegan Find in WS!
This was my first time at this vegan restaurant, and I opted for takeout. I ordered the Portobello French dip sandwich, which was absolutely flavorful and had a herby taste. I also tried the Buffalo cauliflower mac n cheese, which had a nice kick to it. I was happy to discover a dedicated vegan restaurant in WS serving dishes with amazing flavors, saving me a trip to Capitol Hill or elsewhere in Seattle.
  • Portobello French dip sandwich9
  • Buffalo cauliflower mac n cheese8
  • amazing flavors9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Roxanne K.
Review date: 10/22/2025
10
Delicious Vegan Eats & Fun Community Vibes!
My experience at this place was fantastic! I absolutely loved the delicious food and the friendly staff. They have great staples, and I especially want to give a shout out to the lentil nachos, kale caesar, tblta, and the smokey barbecue sandwich. Their rotating dishes are also yummy. The happy hour was good, and I really appreciated that they host community events like drag shows, art markets, and food vendor tables. It was so fun!
  • lentil nachos10
  • kale caesar10
  • tblta10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Avianna
Review date: 08/26/2025
8
Cute place, delicious food!
My experience at this restaurant was quite positive. It's a cute place with delicious food. While there weren't many gluten-free substitution options, a sufficient amount of dishes were already gluten-free, which was great. The atmosphere and service were both rated a 5 out of 5, and the food also received a 5 out of 5. I visited with one other person, and we had no wait time.
  • place9
  • food10
  • dishes7
  • gluten free substitution options4
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Laurie M.
Review date: 08/14/2025
9
Anniversary Dinner Delight!
My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at this restaurant. It's a cute place, definitely not like a cafeteria, with nice tables and fresh flowers on each. The music was playing, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Our server was friendly and helpful, especially with navigating the all vegan menu. We ordered the nachos, which were huge, and the mac n cheese.
  • place9
  • tables9
  • flowers9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Kate B.
Review date: 08/01/2025
10
Absolutely Blown Away - Best Salad Ever!
If you are reading this, do not hesitate to eat here. It blew us away. We got the whipped feta and nachos for apps, and they were both drool worthy. I got the Cobb-ish salad, and I’m not joking…this is the best salad I’ve ever eaten. The basil is shredded and perfectly dispersed, tempeh was seasoned so well, the dressing is incredible, and the deviled potato was like a cherry on top. All the flavors perfectly compliment each other. And the space is cool, music is a vibe, and our server was great. He waited until we were done with our apps before he brought out our mains. Truly a well done restaurant. We’ll be back often!
  • whipped feta9
  • nachos9
  • Cobb-ish salad10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Abbey L.
Review date: 07/23/2025
9
Delicious Vegan Options for Everyone!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! Vegans and omnivores alike will love this place. There were so many delicious options, it was hard to choose! The staff were friendly, the food was excellent, and the seating was comfortable and casual. I love this place!
  • delicious options10
  • staff9
  • food10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Romantic Date
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
JC C.
Review date: 07/21/2025
9
Delicious Dairy-Free Nachos!
My experience at the restaurant was fantastic, especially considering my dairy sensitivity. The nachos were a highlight and did not disappoint! I was thrilled to have a cheesy meal that didn't cause any discomfort. The staff were friendly and very laid back, contributing to a great atmosphere. It's a great spot for a date or for a meeting.
  • nachos9
  • cheesy meal9
  • staff8
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Jim S.
Review date: 07/04/2025
7
Great Food, Disappointing Drinks
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. They market themselves as a cocktail bar, but upon arrival, we discovered they primarily feature boxed wines. To our disappointment, they were unable to make any of the cocktails we requested. However, the food was absolutely over the top good.
  • food10
  • boxed wines2
  • cocktails2
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Kira R.
Review date: 06/28/2025
10
West Seattle Gem: Delicious Food & Friendly Vibe
My experience at this west Seattle staple was a 10/10! You truly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. The vibe is chill and laid back, and the service is consistently personable and friendly. The food is both delicious and creative. I highly recommend the kale Caesar, lentil nachos, curry ramen, portobello French dip, and the chocolate mousse. Even the drinks are vegan – I discovered the magic of Aquafaba through their Pink Ruby! Try it for yourself and find out.
  • vibe10
  • service10
  • food10
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
R E.
Review date: 06/17/2025
3
Disappointing Service, Okay Food
I tried the food, and it was good, but honestly, I was not impressed by the service at all. I definitely feel like I overtipped, which I know is on me and I shouldn't have, but I had already put the cash on the counter. I was a little shocked to be handed a messy to-go cup after about a 10-15 minute wait. Anything longer than even 5 minutes is absolutely sub-standard for a menu item that's already made and all you have to do is throw some in a to-go cup versus preparing something to order, especially when it's dead and there are 3 people behind the counter. I'd hate to see how they could possibly handle a busy peak time. Smh. It was definitely not a good first impression. Plenty of other vegan options exist. Being vegan and rainbow friendly just isn't enough to hold up to all the competition in a city like Seattle where so many other places are too, but offer a way better experience overall. So, I'll keep trying new places, but not this one again. I'll be returning to and recommending other local favorites instead.
  • food7
  • service2
  • wait3
  • menu item3

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