Hudson

This is a classic neighborhood gem. Parking is not easy, but everything else about Hudson is cafe magic. The no frills menu features diner faves with a southwest flare. The food was delicious, coffee was strong (that's a good thing) and the service was outstanding.

Fish & Chips beer batter had a good flavor but hecka soggy - no crunch whatsoever. They don't give you enough tartar for 3pc fish and then surprise charge you for more if you need a little more. Can't sub fries for a side salad on sandwiches on the weekends. Service is always great! If you're here for brekkie (lunch is otherwise just a few sandwiches) the shrimp & grits are good. I still need to try the vegetarian chicken fried "steak". My fave right now is at Taco City ever since the real GLC closed.

One of those places you drive by… I finally went for brunch with friends. Great service. Good food. Atmosphere was okay. The booths are intended for very skinny people even though they feed a tasty fattening meal. Doesn’t make sense to me.

Loved having brunch on the patio with our pup. The staff were so kind and the food was incredible. This was our first time visiting Hudson, and we'll definitely be back.

I love the coffee here and the warm atmosphere it has. The food is very good, but the chicken was on another level. It is not for children, only for 21+

Home cooked food in a cute diner that serves wine and beer. There is a bar with stools, also booths and tables. Two servers on staff and they both helped me several times. Great customer service. The club sandwich was delicious.

AMAZING brunch place! We stopped in on a sunny Sunday morning and got the brisket omelet, monte cristo, bloody mary and the beermosa. Everything was super delicious and the staff was very welcoming and friendly. No wait for a table and the food came out super quick! The house made biscuit was so good, and the sun comes in through the big windows beautifully. Love this place!

If you’re looking for a small cozy place to chum it up with the locals this is a great choice. Whether you want a beer, breakfast or dinner they have decent options. The service was amazing and we were lucky to walk right in and get seated. This place is small so I suggest you call ahead during peak hours. I ordered Fish and chips ( subbed grits for coleslaw) so I’m only giving four stars because the fish was soggy and all of the breading came off. It also had no taste of flavour not even a little bit. The grits were amazing and the portions were decent sized for the price. I’d go back for a beer to socialize and to try one of their salads, brisket omelette or the catfish. My husbands shrimp and grits were delicious and even he couldn’t eat it all.

I don't think I've ever had breakfast at a bar (and literally at the bar) until this morning. Cool concept of it being a breakfast and lunch only bar. We sat right at the head of the wrap around bar for the full experience of course. Friendly servers. My friend liked the seasonal cranberry Moscow mule. The presentation of the food was great, the toast even looked flawless. The brisket omelette was good, if you get it make sure you're really in the mood for brisket because there is A LOT under those crispy onions.

Hudson is located right on a major street heading down to Seattle. We stopped by for brunch today and it was delicious. The 6 of us all ordered something different and we were happy with our orders. Our server was really friendly and nice. She checked up on us frequently. All of our food came out at the same time!! One of my pet peeves is when it comes out at different times. Prices were reasonable, service was great and food was delicious. Would definitely return if I am in the area again!

This place gets big bonus points from me for having awesome salads and being open on Mondays! I do love a good breakfast, but given it's a Monday and I want to start the week off right, I was on the hunt for a cobb salad. The chicken was a little dry for my taste, but I was able to overlook that because I loved how the salad was evenly tossed with ranch dressing. My co-worker loved her steak salad and gave her approval for a return visit. Service was friendly and prompt.

Amazing food, great ambiance, and great service! We've had the pleasure of having Morgan serve us both times we've come here and she is just a doll. Probably one of the most unique bloody Mary's I've ever had in my life but man it was delicious and perfect on the spice. Don't skip on the biscuits with that delicious gravy and man that brisket omelette is great! Super tender brisket and the crispy onions on top were perfect. The monte christo looked amazing and I'll probably try that next!

Well the cheeseburger was ok. with warm frys! Wasnt good! Service is slow to get service

We really enjoyed our meal here!! We arrived on a chilly, chilly Sunday after a 5k race. We came right at opening, and people were outside waiting. Boy, did it fill up fast, so I think it really speaks to the hotness of it all! We started with a round of breakfast Margaritas, which was delicious and went down too quick. I ate on the lighter side, so ordered the Early Bird breakfast sandwich. Hubs ate the usual, chicken fried steak, which was served with shredded hashbrowns, eggs & toast. Our table also tried the Shrimp & Cheesy grits, which was a good portion, and a Huevos Rancheros. Staff was super quick & friendly! I didn't realize it was a 21+ restaurant, but that works for us! We'll definitely be back!

COMFORT FOOD DINER with full bar in SODO Coffee was pretty good for a diner. This was a Sunday morning and we were a party of five. I ordered a Bloody Mary and was surprised when it showed up with a "shorty" bottle of Miller Highlife. When I asked the waitress about it, I was informed that it comes with the bloody "as a backup...". OK then. I ordered the Huevos rancheros. It was very good and came with a side of hash browns. Everyone else in my party seemed to enjoy their meals and so I can heartily recommend this place for breakfast/brunch. Cheers.

Ok, checked this out this weekend. 21+ establishment. There is an escape room next door. Pros: *Free coffee while waiting *free parking - street parking and two spots in front *The chicken fried steak is yummy but a tad heavy on the pepper. * Sister ordered manmosa and didn't like it and they did an exchange for regular mimosa. Cons: *full party needs to be present to being seated *Chicken fried steak was yummy but had a lot more pepper than I'm use too (I'm from the Deep South/Bible Belt). We had shrimp and grits, chicken fried steak, manmimosa, regular mimosa. Top five places for a chicken fried steak in Seattle.

For being in a random place away from anything really functional, this tavern has really great breakfast. We came at opening on a Sunday and there were people lined up waiting for the doors to open. We got seated and given menus straight away, and were enjoying watching the staff interact with the regulars in such a friendly fashion. Our reception was lukewarm, but it was fine for us. We ordered the Bowl of Grits and Francesca Scramble, and neither of us were disappointed. Both dishes had us all but licking the dishes clean. It was so delicious. Just don't bother with the toast, it was basically a cracker that is intended only to be smothered in jelly. We were in and out in less than 45 minutes which was awesome!

It's been a minute since we've pilgrimaged to this excellent 21+ brunch establishment. On a busy Sunday, the staff was still cool and accommodating, despite being pretty slammed. It didn't disappoint despite a long wait (for 5top) it's easier if you're looking for seats at the bar or the smaller tables. It's just not a very large space. Hipster precious Rugrats do not need mimosa brunch, lol it's so great its 21+ only here! My husband and I love to order the spicy bloody Mary that comes with the Shorty beer. We also usually stick with whatever the breakfast special is and it's always tasty! Their hashbrowns are perfect crispy crunch and the portions are just right, till next time.

I love Hudson. Open now for brunch, it's a 21+ venue with hearty and generous portions. There are comfy booths and lots of seating at the bar. The bartender is extremely friendly and the food is downright addictive. I got the shrimp and cheesy grits this time and it did not disappoint. I practically licked my plate clean, it was so freaking delicious. I usually have to add hot sauce to my grits, but this one had a great kick of spiciness and was prepared perfectly. I love how the menu has a touch of Cajun, and although I've only been here twice, I definitely consider it one of my favorite places to eat

The service was amazing. It was busy on a Sunday morning so the servers were going a mile a minute and still had the most positive attitude. I love the concept of self serve coffee bar at the reception so you can enjoy a cup whilst you wait then can take it to your table and continue enjoying your coffee. Our server was a star. I forgot his name. He came to check up on us from time to time and did a great job keeping up with the crowd. The drinks are priced reasonably and tasted yummy with a punch. I ordered the chicken fried steak and eggs and so glad I did! The biscuits and gravy had a sausage gravy, different gravy than the chicken fried steak. I preferred the chicken fried steak gravy. The club sandwich was a treat. A simple sandwich executed so well.

A little cute place standing by itself in sodo. It was packed during the lunch rush. I had the Francesca Scramble and it's good. I would order it again. It's kinda noisy when everyone is in it but once clear out it's very quiet. I wouldn't mind coming back here.

Can't beat the food here, everything is super fresh and well done. No apps on the menu but great sandwiches and salads. Got the brisket po boy, love the bread and merry cheese. Fish sandwich was excellent fried cod, 2 pieces of fish perfectly cooked, the tarter sauce was excellent. The fries were fresh cut (not frozen), and I got a side of ranch, which also was outstanding and homemade too. When the sauces are that good, the rest is obvious... parking is easy, casual sort of bar/diner-ish atmosphere, clean bathrooms, it's a small place so you might have to wait, food comes out fast, everyone's is very friendly, prices are good. No extra restaurant charges on bill. Definitely recommend.

Breakfast for 6 on a Friday morning. This place is 21 & over only which we (childless older couples) enjoyed, LOL. It's a small-ish place with a rustic vibe; we sat inside but they have a patio. The breakfast cocktails were outstanding. The food was amazing! Substantial and filling but not "American style/over the top." This edgy neighborhood is a stone's throw from our friend's house (and all the Georgetown breweries) so we'll be back I'm sure. Really really enjoyed the food, drinks and service.

I honestly didn't expect too much from this place, but it's charming, old style and a mix of Midwest and PNW just a couple miles from downtown Seattle. We didn't have usual breakfast items, but tried two of their sandwiches - patty melt with some cheese grits and brisket with fries on the side. I wasn't impressed much with fries at all, but the sandwiches were awesome and HUGE. Keep in mind, prices here are similar to what you get at other mainstream places, but the portions are just essentially larger.

I have been meaning to try this place since I love a good breakfast / brunch spot!! Glad I finally made it in, the staff there was awesome. Super attentive and food was great.

Highly recommend for your brunch spot! Met a family member here that was on a layover and we all enjoyed our meals. The portions are HUGE! Food was fresh, flavorful, and filling! The brisket omelette was just as good as it looks! I ordered a side of white gravy for my hash-browns, a bit spicier than I anticipated but the table shared the side of it and everyone loved it. Atmosphere is cozy, but relaxed. The location appears to draw a more middle-aged crowd than the downtown places (which I prefer). The staff was very attentive even with being short staffed. Waitress was very kind, they even let us sit and visit for over an hour with no complaints. I can't wait to come back and try a sandwich another day! (Someone ordered the club near me and it looked fantastic) Side note for my iced tea enthusiasts, theirs is fresh brewed and is a tropical blend, perfect for summer! For those with physical disabilities. They have 3 accessible parking spots in the rear of the business, we came early to grab one. The waitress saw us about to walk around the front of the building and flagged us down to come in at the back door. For those with mobility disabilities it is a small space, but they do have a few non-booth options where the tables can be rearranged if needed. The staff was very accommodating. If you have any concerns I'd recommend calling ahead.

Found Hudson through an instagram post and the food looked too good to not try! The staff were all super friendly and welcoming. This place was packed for Saturday brunch and you can only waitlisting by writing your party down on the list at the desk. We were offered seats at the bar that just opened up so we got to sit down and order sooner. We ordered a couple of drinks which were tasty and went well with our hefty meals. The portions were big, as is the norm at American style diners, and piping hot! My chicken fried steak was so amazingly crispy and the gravy complemented it well. It really itched that scratch that I'd had for chicken fried steak for the last few years. My partner got the brisket omelette and absolutely demolished his plate. He described it as delicious, with the brisket being perfectly tender and the omelette going amazingly with the hot sauce provided on the counter. Overall it was very satisfying and we left with our bellies full and content. Hoping to make another trip over here to try the other dishes including their daily weekday specials!

This is my favorite breakfast place in Seattle. Why? 1. Good sized portions 2. Food is great 3. Full bar, if you want an alcoholic drink 4. Same full bar means no kids (I like kids, but what adult doesn't like to have a place that is screaming kid free? 5. Very inclusive restaurant. 6. Fun, friendly banter with the staff When I ask friends to meet me there, if they are available, it is always a yes.

I loved the ambiance here and the design of the place. It let in so much light and you really felt like you were in this cool place off the path. Despite it being smaller, we had a very short wait. Parking down right stinks. Service was quick and they kept our waters and coffee full throughout our visit. I thought the breading on the Chicken Fried Steak was crispy. I want you all to know I love salt (and if you don't, I may give you an awkward glance out of the corner of my eye), but the eggs, gravy, and Chicken Fried Steak were all very salty. I was still able to eat it, but if you aren't a big salt person, I would say proceed with caution. For this reason I'd rate this place slightly over a 3.

Marketing on their website got me to go here, but I'm not impressed... no parking, not sure if the food is good or not, but the welcome wasn't very warm... Granted, it was the end of their day, but I'm not sure I understand what the draw would be since it's a dive bar (per them), yet they aren't open after 3pm? It's a vibe, but I'm truly not inspired...

So glad Hudson reopened post-pandemic! This is one of my go-to brunch spots when meeting up with friends who live downtown since it's a good halfway point for me. There's street parking and also a lot next door. Not 100% sure if the lot is open for public parking but I've parked there when street parking was full and had no issue. My favorite is the brisket omelette but all the food I've tried has been good. Portions are pretty big. They have a bar inside so you can get cocktails as well. Service is friendly and I haven't experienced wait times before.

I'd give these guys two stars if it wasn't for my previous experience at Smarty Pants. These high reviews are clearly coming from people too drunk to know better, or from a long line of bad cooks, who make TV dinners taste like a holiday meal. This place is small, but it's probably a good idea since the food is so weak, a larger spot would give the impression that this place was dead. Everyone working here was really nice, the problem today was 100% what I was served. They had a breakfast Taco special and it came highly recommended. After a long wait. The hashbrowns tasted old. They weren't crisp despite being brown and they had zero seasoning. I don't care if it's a pinch, you season potatoes. Also, don't cook up a griddle full knowing eventually you'll have a customer,cook it hot and fresh. The taco's weren't bad, but it was almost impossible to detect any Chorizo, furthermore, when I found the meat and tasted it, it was just ground sausage, there was nothing spices of Mexican about it. The dominating flavor was the canned refried beans. These dry tacos would have been better with salsa, but despite having it, it wasn't included. This place is in the middle of nowhere and has to have niche clientele. We were on our way to SODO, so it was convenient. That said the food was horrible and reflective of the same flavorless poorly cooked fare we previously had at Smarty Pants.

Yummy! Cute ambiance and good coffee. Great breakfast. I'll definitely be back for more.

Over the top. Super service. Classic local diner atmosphere. Local beer. Local sourced foods. Vegetarian friendly.

A good, not great, breakfast that was a bit overpriced for what it was - two eggs, hash browns, and a single thin slice of toast for a $12.00, without coffee. The service was good and the place, though small, isn't without charm. But, based on my experience here, there is better food to be had elsewhere for far more reasonable prices.

Loved this place. It felt like old Seattle as my husband put it. It's gritty, delicious, and 21 and over so no children. I ordered the biscuit and gravy, which was awesome and highly recommended. The gravy was unlike anything I had ever had before: full of new herbs, spices and the sausage was delicious. The biscuit was good but I was so focused on the good gravy! My husband ordered the chicken fried steak, which is how he gauges a restaurant that serves breakfast. You could tell they had just fried the patty and while the meat was fine the breading was awesome! It was salty, crispy and just delicious. The potatoes he got with it were seasoned, which is not usual, unfortunately they were a bit soggy but easy to get passed. We also ordered a short stack of pancakes. They were good but certainly not as good as the other two dishes! Highly recommend this place for just about any time!

This place was amazing, the staff was friendly and kind and the atmosphere was so warm and inviting. We just came to Seattle for a couple days and I can confidently say this was the best place we visited by far, I would love to come back!

A hidden gem in Georgetown. Great people. Good food. Nice Seattle atmosphere.

My new favorite brunch spot. Too much fun! Is that a thing for a brunch spot? Npt for me. Located in the industrial area near Georgetown and just outside West Seattle this restraunt is super fun and hip. Plenty of street parking outside and easy to find. Just look for the old morgue sign, lol. Super cool atmosphere with music playing and apparently no kids allowed as it is 21 and over. Sort of has a dive bar vibe too. My favorite! Service is really friendly and welcoming. Sitting at a table the seating is close. No worries as it adds to the party atmosphere that is friendly and fun. The music was playing pretty loud and my friend and I had to talk quite loudly to hear eachother. But the music was good and the bloody mary spicy so it didn't matter. Their bloody mary comes with a little side of beer (see photos) which was super yummy and fun to sip after a spicy bloody mary. They have a full bar too! Loads of beer on tap and the drinks were flowing all around. I ordered the breakfast tacos. More like two little breakfast burritos. Full of fluffy scrambled eggs, sausage, and cheese. A nice piece of crispy hashbrowns on the side. The scrambled eggs my friend ordered were not as tasty as my breakfast. Boo, but the rye toast was yummy and good with jelly. This spot is heck of fun everyone! I did read that sometimes there is a line and I don't doubt it. By the time I arrived the place had filled up. They have a fun horseshoe shaped bar that I am sure is a great spot to sit. Can't wait to go back and try more food. Yummy! Cheers fellow Yelpers.

Chicken fried steak is very good and service is always stellar. I have to write a minimum number of characters so this sentence is just fluff.

Really want to like this place. Servers and atmosphere are great but the food is just plain awful. The Monte Christo is made with what seems to be frozen Sysco french toast. Menu says it comes with an egg on top but there wasn't one. Didn't care for one anyway so didn't ask about it. Biscuits are blah and the gravy is just gross. Basic breakfast includes toast but just one piece?!? Wondering if they just give you half an English muffin if ordered. Grits are gummy and pasty and seem reheated. Food comes out lukewarm and either overcooked or undercooked. Prices are high for quality. Have been probably at least a dozen times but giving up.

Great breakfast spot in Seattle. The good: - Low key vibes - Bloody Mary's with a sidecar - Delicious food Came in on a holiday monday for brunch around 11:30. We were a party of 2 and waited about 20 minutes to get seated at the bar. Enjoyed a bloody mary and breakfast tacos (mini burritos). All around great service and food. We hung around for another drink and didn't feel rushed out of the place which was refreshing compared to other breakfast spots in Seattle. Will definitely be back. Parking: there is some street parking available but you may have to walk a bit.

I cannot decide which I love more at the Hudson, the food or the staff. Both are amazing! We like to have breakfast here on our way to the Seahawks games, a great place to get your appetite quenched.

The base line in our lives is drawn at home; this is your mom's cooking gone grown up! This place has always been under staffed...but now, post-COVID-13, the staff is the saving grace for this places ability to continue to draw a consistent customer base that never leaves disappointed!!

Hudson is a wonderful choice for weekend brunch! My husband and I showed up on a Saturday around 10:30 AM. There was a wait, but it wasn't that bad. Near the entrance on Hudson street, there is a list where you can write your name down. This place is pretty small and the tables are close together, but all of the customers were pretty chill and it seemed like a bunch of regulars. They also have a really nice wrap around bar in the center of the room. I ordered the Federal Scramble (three eggs, button mushrooms, tomato, spinach, and parmesan cheese) which is served with hash browns and toast (buttermilk, 8 grain, english muffin, or rye) and a coffee. I really enjoyed my food and would definitely order the same thing next time. Our waitress (the one with curly hair) was outstanding. She took our order promptly, kept our coffee mugs full, brought the food to our table quickly, and made paying the check super easy. We were really impressed since the place was packed. We had a great time and I would highly recommend this place to others.

Best Bloody Mary of my life. Use the perfect amount of horseradish! The food is always good and the service is friendly.

A refreshing place to eat...and they always have a great music playlist that aligns with moi. I get excited whenever I have time to eat lunch here. My fave is the Texas cheeseburger with a side salad and sometimes fries if I'm feeling super hungry. The prices are reasonable and won't break the bank. Once while eating here, Melinda Gates was casually blending in, eating lunch using her secret power of the low key PNW esthetic. The service is generally decent with low wait times. If you're the impatient type and it shows, the waitresses get a little snarky...but God Bless them, I could never do that job as I'd get fired the first time a customer acted entitled. I wish this place was open for dinner too. I find the environment charming and relaxing.

It's back to really terrible service here. I'm pretty certain the waitress with the long bangs is back. Sigh. We called to ask what the wait time was at 10 am on a Saturday. The woman who answered waited an awkwardly long time before responding, "There's no wait right now, but people just walked in the door, so I don't know what the wait will be when you get here." All she had to say was, "There's no wait right now." Before we could thank her or say anything else, she hung up on us. I guess we triggered her by asking what the wait time was? ‍ The quality of the food is not worth the terrible, passive-aggressive service.

First time here. It's small, but nice atmosphere. Different from many places I've been. They were on top of the coffee making sure you had more than a half of cup. I had the biscuit & gravy. It's not the normal B&G that you get from other places. The gravy had a kick to it, so if you don't do spicy...I wouldn't recommend this. My better half had the traditional chic fried steak. It's top with white gravy, comes with eggs & hash brown with that same kick as my B&G. So when you Oder and you don't care for spice, I think you can request for plain hash browns... not 100% on that. The food was good all in all. The mimosa was perfect but for $10 for this tiny glass doesn't seem fair. I would come here again and try other stuff on the menu which BTW is simple.

Was working in Seattle on an early Sunday and waited for over two hours just to call in an ordered cause their food looked amazing. Sadly the person on the phone was kinda rude and cocky... wouldn't take a to go order over the phone and said they don't do to go orders but when asked if I could come in order and then take it to go he said I guess we could do that and box it up. What difference does it make. Sounds like pretty shitty service and a waste of my time sitting here waiting and starving just for them not wanting to sell me food. What is wrong with people these days...

Great food! Bloody Mary came with the cutest little beer back. Service was great. Waitress was super patient and attentive. Good value for the money. I visit every time I go to Seattle!

Breakfast options are fantastic and service was top notch. Got the bloody Mary, chicken fried steak, and shrimp and grits. It was all really delicious and reasonably priced which is hard to find nowadays. Portions are huge!

Brisket sandwich was meh. Meat was fine but not fan of the aioli Hand cut fries were hot and crispy. They don't have happy hour so please update website. $50 for 2 sandwiches and a beer is a little steep. Not sure if we would be back. Server was nice enough.

Good breakfast offerings, different than eggs and toast. Fast service, self service coffee station. 21 and older only. My go to if the breakfast tacos

The food is soooo good here. Everything we ordered was absolutely on point. Try the shrimp and grits or the huevos rancheros.

First time brunching here and it is a nice place to add to the rotation. The spot is easy for me to get to and parking was a breeze. The interior has a dive bar vibe but it wasn't divey. It seems like there are a lot of regulars and that's a good sign. I don't know if we were there at the right time but there was no wait. The food was good. I liked the gravy on the chicken fried steak a lot. And the biscuit was good. Hash browns and pumpkin pancake were okay. Service was good and attentive. We never wanted for coffee. They didn't kick us out even though we were there for almost 3 hours. Maybe they would have if it was busy. Next time I'm trying the shrimp and grits.

Service is outstanding and menu has tons of variety. Every dish I have had has been extremely good. Bloody Mary with beer back, classic.