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familyfriend

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A hidden gem in Beacon Hill offering unique Lao-Guamanian fusion with a cult-favorite smash burger and cozy vibes.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

Blue hour photography, calmer galleries

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A hidden gem in Beacon Hill offering unique Lao-Guamanian fusion with a cult-favorite smash burger and cozy vibes.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"This place is a hidden gem with incredible flavors and a smash burger that lives up to the hype!"

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Enhance with Side Sauces

Don't forget to add side sauces when ordering to elevate your meal with extra flavor and spice.

Try Authentic Batchoy

For an authentic experience with offals, the Batchoy soup is a must-try, best accompanied by something sour and spicy.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens 5PM

Cuisine

Lao-Guamanian Fusion

Price

Mid-range

Address

3315 Beacon Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144, USA

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Viral Smash Burger

Viral Smash Burger

A perfectly crafted smash burger with unique flavors, praised as one of Seattle's best. Add an extra patty for the ultimate indulgence!

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Cozy Patio Oasis

Cozy Patio Oasis

Discover a hidden, shaded backyard patio with a separate bar, perfect for enjoying a drink and food in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Unique Lao Cuisine

Unique Lao Cuisine

Experience bold and fresh Lao flavors, with standout dishes like the unforgettable corn soup and crispy seafood tostada.

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@infatuation_seattle
2.8K likes • 50.5K views

Enhance with Side Sauces

Don't forget to add side sauces when ordering to elevate your meal with extra flavor and spice.

Try Authentic Batchoy

For an authentic experience with offals, the Batchoy soup is a must-try, best accompanied by something sour and spicy.

Replying to @Elias 🍔 Seattle Burger Review: Familyfriend’s “Da Kids Kewpie Smash Burger” 🍔 Pulled up to see if this was the BEST burger in Seattle 👀 ✅ Juicy, flavorful, and stacked right 🍟 Comes with truffle fries ($19.50) ➕ Extra patty? That’s another $5 It’s a good burger, but best in Seattle? Idk. For the value, I’ve had better. Honestly think a little ketchup would take it up a notch. What do...
@truecounterfeit
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Hidden gem alert in Beacon Hill! 💎🍔🔥 Tried this Guamanian-Korean fusion spot I’ve seen all over TikTok — FamilyFriend did not disappoint! Burgers were a little salty, but still sooo good 👏 Unique flavors + cozy vibes = worth the trip 💯 📍FamilyFriend – 2805 Beacon Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144 #fyp #seattleburgers #seattlefoodie #seattlefood #seattlefoodrecs #burger #washingtonfoodie #seattleeats #fypシ
@thetableprepared
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Seafood Tostada Delight

Seafood lovers will adore the crispy and creamy seafood tostada, a refreshing and flavorful option.

Patio for Good Weather

Enjoy the small outdoor area with its own bar during good weather for a delightful al fresco dining experience.

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from all over the internet

Enhance with Side Sauces

Don't forget to add side sauces when ordering to elevate your meal with extra flavor and spice.

Try Authentic Batchoy

For an authentic experience with offals, the Batchoy soup is a must-try, best accompanied by something sour and spicy.

Seafood Tostada Delight

Seafood lovers will adore the crispy and creamy seafood tostada, a refreshing and flavorful option.

Patio for Good Weather

Enjoy the small outdoor area with its own bar during good weather for a delightful al fresco dining experience.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

FamilyFriend is lauded for its unique Lao-Guamanian fusion cuisine and vibrant flavors, with the smash burger and corn soup being standout dishes. Diners appreciate the cozy atmosphere and friendly service, though some find the prices a bit high for the portion sizes. While many rave about the inventive dishes, a few note that certain items can be overly salty or dry.

"Came here for a friends birthday. I was able to get in on the first seating. Grateful as the line was a little long at entry. Sat in a nice booth. It was a cozy environment with a very friendly staff. They are all so so nice. Had corn soup, tofu bowl, chicken plate, burger and chicken tacos. Everyone loved their meal. My only regret was not adding any side sauces. I totally overlooked them when ordering. I think the server should ask if you want any sauces? I oils have totally tried them. I wanted my tacos to have a little kick but they had no spice. It was a sweet night."

Heather Metz DeRosier

"I’m glad we got a chance to try FF. Been in queue for a while! As we arrived, GPS was a bit misleading but it’s right in front and we pulled into the driveway parked on the side.

Overall we had a good meal with the burger being our favorite. Cozy neighborhood place with anime playing and good service.

Burger. Yummy however we had just as good for less $, understandable this is Seattle. Truffle fries crispy and love the truffle oil. Would prefer a little thicker also enjoy the moist potatoes. Or for the cost, with sweet potato.

La Beacon. Nice try but just didn’t work for us. Should be more broth, and condiments/herbs/veges so underwhelming. Our palate is just use to the different originals and this didn’t pulled it together for us.

Fried chicken. I was expecting fried chicken but it’s battered chicken breast and similar to chicken fried steak w/o gravy. It was a bit dry eating with the rice. Mac salad, got used to the sweeter mayo flavor. I’m not sophisticated for this style.

Donut. Sounds great on paper but dense, like mochi, had a bit undercook tastes and the champagne/mango is not sweet, a bit more sour. Just didn’t elevate from the Chinese fried donut with condense milk for us. Just had some today, so simple and delicious.

Note on my rating system: Sharing this as I believe many might assume a 3-star review indicates a negative experience.

5 stars: Exceptional! Outstanding food, service, and/or experience—well worth traveling for. (For example, we often drive from San Antonio to Austin just for Uchi.)
4 stars: Surpasses expectations in terms of food, service, and/or ambiance.
3 stars: Solidly good or meets expectations. I would revisit any place rated 3 stars or higher.
2 stars: Falls below acceptable standards for food or service.
1 star: Best to avoid."

BK Yowsers

"Great place to get something casual as a burger and their amazing truffle oil fries or something more fancy like their chicken plate and drinks. Great service, wonderful vibes. A bit pricey for what it is, the burger is like a premium Dick’s burger. Their fries were the most memorable. Their banana bread was lovely. I’d come back!"

Alex Nguyen

What People Like

Bold and fresh Lao flavors
Exceptional smash burger and corn soup
Cozy ambiance and friendly staff

What People Dislike

Burger can be salty or a bit pricey
Some dishes can be dry

Frequently Asked Questions

FamilyFriend is renowned for its unique Lao-Guamanian fusion cuisine, particularly its viral smash burger and flavorful corn soup.

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Yes, there's a hidden, shaded backyard patio with a separate bar, perfect for enjoying good weather.

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While not explicitly stated, the restaurant gained popularity and can have lines, so arriving early or checking for reservation options is advisable.

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Beyond the burger, diners highly recommend the seafood tostada and the authentic Batchoy soup.

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The restaurant offers a variety of sauces that can be added to enhance your meal.

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