American Diner · West Seattle, Seattle

Homestyle breakfast under the
West Seattle Bridge, since 1938

A cheery, maritime-themed diner serving big-plate breakfast and lunch every day from 7 AM to 2 PM. Generous portions, honest prices, bottomless coffee, and a welcome that's been the same for over 85 years.

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Open daily 7 AM–2 PM · Dine-in · Takeout · No reservations, walk right in

Chelan Cafe
Family-owned since 1938
1154+

4.4★ · Google reviews

1938

Serving West Seattle since

Daily

Breakfast & lunch, 7am–2pm

Walk-in

No reservations needed

Menu

What West Seattle keeps coming back for

Everything comes off the griddle to order — hand-cut hash browns, hotcakes poured fresh, and omelettes folded the moment you order. Portions are famously generous, so come hungry.

Biscuits & Gravy $11.95
Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs $16.95
Western Omelette $14.50
Original Hotcake Sandwich $12.95
Corned Beef Hash & Eggs $15.50
Buttermilk & Blueberry Pancakes $11.95
Thick-Cut French Toast $10.95
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Plate $16.95
Classic Bloody Mary $9.50

Menu and prices are approximate and may change — call (206) 932-7383 to confirm today's offerings and specials.

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A West Seattle lunch counter, unchanged for the better.

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Chelan Cafe
Chelan Cafe
Chelan Cafe
Biscuits & Gravy Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs Western Omelette Original Hotcake Sandwich Corned Beef Hash & Eggs Buttermilk & Blueberry Pancakes Thick-Cut French Toast Buttermilk Fried Chicken Plate Classic Bloody Mary

Portions are huge and the biscuits and gravy are the real deal. Two of us split one breakfast and still couldn't finish. Best value in West Seattle.

Bring your appetite

Reviews

What keeps guests coming back

Recurring themes from our 1154 Google reviews and photos.

Bring your appetite

Portions are huge and the biscuits and gravy are the real deal. Two of us split one breakfast and still couldn't finish. Best value in West Seattle.

A neighborhood institution

Been coming here for years and it never changes, in the best way. Family-owned, friendly servers, and the coffee never runs out. A true West Seattle classic.

Old-school diner done right

Cozy spot tucked under the bridge with all the maritime charm. The chicken fried steak and eggs is exactly what a diner breakfast should be. We'll be back.

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Checking hours…
Monday – Friday
7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

3527 Chelan Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106

(206) 932-7383

Street parking · wheelchair accessible

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No online booking — walk in any morning, or call ahead for large groups and takeout.

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