Fat Hen

Is Fat Hen still open?

No — Fat Hen in Crown Hill, Seattle closed September 1, 2024, according to local press coverage.

Closure Details

Closure date

September 1, 2024

Reason

Closed after 12 years as brunch mainstay

Sources

5

Evidence Trail

1. ¹News ReportSep 1, 2024

   Reported closed

   “Closed after 12 years as brunch mainstay”

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2. ²News ReportAug 16, 2024

   Reported closed

   “Famed Ballard Brunch Spot the Fat Hen Is Closing Permanently - Eater Seattle”

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3. ³News ReportJul 7, 2026

   Reported closed

   “The Fat Hen”

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4. ⁴News ReportJul 8, 2026

   Reported closed

   “Ballard lost a brunch destination on September 13, when the Fat Hen closed after a dozen years.”

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5. ⁵News ReportAug 16, 2024

   Reported closed

   “Famed Ballard Brunch Spot the Fat Hen Is Closing Permanently”

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