Ravenna Varsity

08/05/2025

Thank you all for 60+ years of love, support and community. Will miss you all dearly.

07/27/2025

Dear friends, neighbors, and longtime patrons,

Its with a heavy and broken heart that Sandy and I, her son Bryan, must announce that after 60+ wonderful years flipping pancakes and filling coffee cups on the corner of NE 65th St the Ravenna Varsity Restaurant must close its doors Sunday, August 3rd 2025.

For six decades our family and staff at Ravenna Varsity has been serving as Seattle’s neighborhood breakfast table — the spot for family meals, first jobs, study‑cram hash browns , and endless coffee cup fillings. You made us more than a diner; you made us a community landmark, and for that we will be forever truly grateful. To us running The Varsity has never been about making big profit or perfecting the ultimate dish, its been about the customers and the connections we've made to you and your families while serving a quality home-style meal. Every person who walks through our doors whether you be a monthly drop in or a daily regular you've all become truly like family and it devastates us to see these connections fall prey to these unforeseen circumstances. We will miss each and everyone of you dearly.

To cover the closing costs weve started a gofund me to help us break even and avoid bankruptcy as we were unable to sign a new lease and any potential buyers were turned down by our landlord. https://gofund.me/6517f153

10/05/2023

Bacon in your breakfast? Basic. 🍳 Bacon in your Bloody Mary? Brilliant! 🥓🍹 Get your sip & crunch on with Ravenna Varsity's new Bacon Bloody Mary. Because why shouldn’t your drink be just as snackable? 😂

Family owned breakfast diner in the heart of Ravenna. Proudly serving the community since the 1950s. https://gofund.me/697857fd

09/27/2023

🌟 Exciting News, Foodie Friends! 🌟 We’ve cooked up something special just for you – introducing our vibrant and oh-so-adorable Ravenna Varsity Restaurant Stickers! 🎉

Whether you're a lover of our cozy family vibes, a die-hard fan of our homemade cinnamon rolls, or just a sticker enthusiast, we’ve got you covered! These stickers are the perfect way to add a dash of diner delight to your laptops, water bottles, notebooks – you name it!

🌈 Each sticker is a little piece of our heart, representing the joy and warmth we feel serving you every day. Stick them around and spread the love! ❤️

P.S. Don’t forget to share your sticker-adorned items with us by tagging – we’d love to see how you’re spreading the diner vibes!

05/15/2023

"Start your day with a sun-kissed breakfast! ☀️🍳 Enjoy our mouthwatering dishes in our newly opened outdoor seating area. Bask in the warm sunshine while savoring our delectable pancakes, sizzling bacon, and fresh fruit medley. Perfect mornings await at Ravenna Varsity. Come join us! 🌻

04/19/2022

Theres nothing fishy about how good these tilapia tacos are. Come get yours today! Served with fresh chopped slaw, pico de gallo and homemade sriracha lime sauce. Yum!

04/13/2022

Come on down and spice up your day with a Classic Bloody Mary. Served daily 8am - 3pm. You know you deserve it. 🍅🍋

Family owned breakfast diner in the heart of Ravenna. Proudly serving the community since the 1950s. https://gofund.me/697857fd

12/23/2021

Its the holiday season! Come start your day with a warm cinnamon roll and a seasonal coffee!

02/16/2021

Do not ask for whom the lunch bell tolls for, it tolls for thee! 🍔 Join us for a classic burger and fry or breakfast served all day! 8am-3pm everyday!

02/03/2021

Groundhogs day is finally over friends! We're very happy to announce the Varsity is back open for limited indoor dining! Come shake off the winter chill with a hot cup of coffee or a fresh homemade cinnamon roll. Open 8am-3pm everyday!

01/25/2021

Spice up your morning with fresh homemade pico de gallo! Served daily 8am-3pm