Looking for happy hour near the University of Washington or Seattle Children's Hospital? Piatti is located in University Village, making it a convenient place for UW students, faculty, staff, hospital employees, medical professionals, and neighborhood guests to meet after class, after work, or before dinner.

Piatti's happy hour is offered Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar and patios. Known as Aperitivo Hour in Italian, it is a chance to slow down over cocktails, wine, beer, and shareable Italian food without traveling into Downtown Seattle.

Whether you are finishing a shift, wrapping up a class or meeting, celebrating with coworkers, catching up with classmates, or meeting friends in University Village, Piatti offers a comfortable place to gather and stay for dinner if the evening continues. Prefer to eat outside? See our outdoor dining and patio guide for details on patio availability.

The Details

A Relaxed Start to the Evening

Piatti offers a comfortable alternative to crowded downtown bars or louder after-work destinations. The setting works equally well for a casual drink, a classmate meetup, an early date, a coworker gathering, or a quick stop before dinner.

Happy hour is available at both the bar and patios, giving guests the option to gather inside or enjoy outdoor seating when Seattle weather cooperates.

  • Schedule Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
  • Where Available at the bar and patios. Patio seating is subject to weather, capacity, and private events - see our patio dining guide for more.
  • Food Italian-inspired spuntini and shareable dishes offered at $9, $11, and $13.
  • Wine $7 wines by the glass, including Piatti private-label wines and rotating blends.
  • Cocktails $11 classic cocktails and $13 Piatti specialty cocktails.
  • Beer $7 bottled and rotating draft beer selections.

Happy Hour Menu

$9, $11, and $13 Spuntini

The happy hour menu is built for sharing, with familiar favorites, Italian ingredients, and dishes that can become a light meal or the beginning of dinner.

$9 Spuntini

  • Whipped Herb Ricotta House-baked focaccia, local honey, extra virgin olive oil, and crushed pistachios.
  • Garlic Parmesan Fries Served with garlic aioli.
  • Eggplant Rollitini Housemade ricotta, lemon zest, and marinara.
  • Personal Pizza A rotating daily special.
  • Brussels Sprouts Capers, shallot, Italian fish sauce, and vinaigrette.

$11 Spuntini

  • Frito Misto Half-size portion served with Calabrian chili aioli.
  • Imported Meat & Cheese Board Two imported Italian meats, two artisanal cheeses, and seasonal accompaniments.
  • Eggplant Fries Served with Calabrian chili aioli.
  • Meatballs Pork, ricotta, panko, and fresh mozzarella.
  • Garlic Prawns White wine, butter, and focaccia.

$13 Spuntini

  • Balsamic Glazed Pork Belly Slow-braised pork belly, aged balsamic glaze, and escabeche.
  • Piatti Mussels White wine, garlic, shallot, tomato broth, and focaccia.
  • Calabrian Honey Glazed Tenders Crispy chicken tenders with sweet and spicy Calabrian chili honey glaze.
  • Chicken Caesar Salad Piadina Romaine hearts, grilled chicken, roasted garlic, Parmesan, and flatbread.

Menu items and availability may change. Please review the current Piatti Seattle happy hour menu before visiting.

Wine, Cocktails & Beer

Drinks for Every Kind of Gathering

$7 Wine & Beer

  • Piatti Private Label Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and additional rotating selections.
  • Wine Blends Red blend, white blend, and rosé.
  • Beer Coors Light bottle and rotating draft.

$11 Cocktails

  • Cosmopolitan Vodka, cranberry, and lime.
  • Margarita Tequila, orange liqueur, and lime.
  • Negroni Gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth.
  • Old Fashioned Whiskey and bitters.
  • Lemon Drop Vodka, lemon, and simple syrup.

$13 Cocktails

  • Piatti Spritz Aperol, lemon, pineapple gum syrup, Prosecco, and herbal bitters.
  • Espresso Martini Italia Espresso amaro, vodka, and vanilla.
  • Super Tuscan Bourbon, ginger, Sangiovese, maraschino, lime, and bitters.
  • Martini Vodka or gin, shaken or stirred.

After Class or Work

A Happy Hour for UW and Seattle Children's

University and healthcare schedules do not always follow a traditional workday. Piatti's 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM weekday happy hour provides an easy option for UW students finishing class, faculty and staff wrapping up the day, and Seattle Children's employees meeting coworkers after a shift.

University Village is close enough to be convenient while still offering a change of setting from campus or the hospital. Guests can meet at the bar, gather on the patios when available, order drinks and shareable food, and stay for dinner if the gathering continues.

Meet classmates or coworkers after class, lab, a meeting, or a daytime shift.
Gather with UW faculty, staff, researchers, graduate students, and alumni.
Meet Seattle Children's nurses, physicians, researchers, administrators, and support teams.
Celebrate a completed project, exam, graduation, promotion, or team accomplishment.
Share a meat and cheese board, meatballs, garlic prawns, or Piatti mussels with the table.
Begin with happy hour and stay for housemade pasta and dinner.

Groups

Classmates, Coworkers, and Departments

Piatti can accommodate casual meetups as well as larger student, department, research, healthcare, and professional gatherings. Smaller groups can meet at the bar or patios, while larger parties can work with the event team to select an indoor, outdoor, private, or semi-private space.

  • Student groups Classmates, graduate programs, alumni gatherings, project teams, and graduation celebrations.
  • UW departments Faculty gatherings, research teams, staff celebrations, visiting speakers, and professional dinners.
  • Hospital teams Nurses, physicians, researchers, administrators, support departments, and visiting medical professionals.
  • Private events Private rooms, semi-private areas, patio options, group menus, and full restaurant events may be available.

Explore Piatti Seattle's event spaces or contact the event team .

Nearby

Convenient for UW, Seattle Children's, and Northeast Seattle

  • University of Washington Piatti is located in University Village just minutes from campus, making it convenient for students, faculty, staff, researchers, alumni, parents, and campus visitors.
  • Seattle Children's Hospital Approximately one mile from the hospital's main campus and convenient for employees, medical professionals, visiting colleagues, and families.
  • University Village Piatti is located directly in University Village, with nearby shopping, services, and parking.
  • UW Medical Center A practical meeting place for medical professionals, research teams, employees, patients' families, and visiting colleagues.
  • Laurelhurst Close to both UW and Seattle Children's for neighborhood gatherings, after-work drinks, and early dinners.
  • Ravenna Convenient for students, staff, and neighborhood residents looking for happy hour without traveling downtown.

FAQ

Common Questions

Does Piatti Seattle have happy hour?

Yes. Piatti Seattle offers happy hour Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar and patios in University Village.

What food is available during Piatti Seattle happy hour?

Happy hour food is offered in $9, $11, and $13 tiers. Options include Whipped Herb Ricotta, Garlic Parmesan Fries, Eggplant Rollitini, Personal Pizza, Frito Misto, Imported Meat and Cheese Board, Meatballs, Garlic Prawns, Piatti Mussels, Balsamic Glazed Pork Belly, and Calabrian Honey Glazed Tenders.

What drinks are available during happy hour?

Piatti offers $7 wines by the glass, $11 classic cocktails, $13 specialty cocktails, and $7 beer. Examples include the Negroni, Old Fashioned, Lemon Drop, Piatti Spritz, Espresso Martini Italia, Super Tuscan, and Martini.

Where can UW students and staff go for happy hour?

Piatti is located in University Village just minutes from the University of Washington campus. Happy hour is available Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the bar and patios.

Where can Seattle Children's employees go for happy hour?

Piatti is located in University Village approximately one mile from Seattle Children's Hospital. It is a convenient option for coworkers and medical professionals meeting after a shift or workday.

Is Piatti a good place for students and coworkers to meet?

Yes. Piatti provides a comfortable setting for classmates, faculty, staff, hospital employees, researchers, medical professionals, and friends to gather for drinks and shareable food.

Can I enjoy happy hour on the patio?

Yes. Piatti's weekday happy hour is available at the bar and patios from 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Patio seating remains subject to weather, seating capacity, and private events.

Can Piatti accommodate a UW or Seattle Children's group?

Yes. Piatti can accommodate small meetups as well as larger student, department, team, and professional gatherings. Private and semi-private spaces, patio options, group menus, and event packages are available.

Can we stay for dinner after happy hour?

Yes. Guests can begin with happy hour and stay for dinner, including housemade pasta and seasonal Italian dishes. Reservations are recommended for groups and busy evenings.

How far is Piatti from Seattle Children's Hospital?

Piatti is located in University Village approximately one mile from Seattle Children's Hospital's main campus. Travel time depends on traffic and the part of campus from which you are leaving.

Meet at Piatti for Happy Hour

Join classmates, coworkers, and friends Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the bar and patios.

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