Where to Eat Before a Game at T-Mobile Park
Looking for somewhere to eat before a game at T-Mobile Park? Grappa is 4.2 miles by car from the ballpark, in Queen Anne, about 10 minutes without traffic. Sit down to a Mediterranean meal away from the stadium crowds, then head south to SoDo for first pitch.
Upcoming games and events at T-Mobile Park
Upcoming Mariners games, concerts and other events at T-Mobile Park are listed below with a suggested table time at Grappa.
- Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros Table around 4:30 PM
- Seattle Mariners vs. Houston Astros Table around 4:30 PM
- Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels Table around 4:30 PM
- Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels Table around 5:00 PM
- Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels Table around 4:30 PM
- Seattle Mariners vs. Los Angeles Angels Table around 10:00 AM
Show dates and times come from Ticketmaster and are refreshed daily. Suggested table times allow about two hours before the show. See events near Grappa for shows at every venue.
How to time a meal before a game at T-Mobile Park
Book your table about two hours before first pitch. Main gates open 90 minutes before the first pitch, and game-day traffic into SoDo is much slower than the ten-minute drive on a quiet evening.
If you want to be inside when the gates open, book a little earlier. The T-Mobile Pen gate opens two hours before first pitch. For weekend afternoon games, Grappa serves weekend brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Getting from Grappa to T-Mobile Park
Grappa is at 2 Boston St at the top of Queen Anne, and T-Mobile Park is at 1250 First Avenue South in SoDo. Traffic builds quickly before a game, so check the live route from Grappa to T-Mobile Park before you leave.
After the game, traffic leaving SoDo moves slowly, so light rail or a rideshare can be quicker than driving. The Mariners Garage next to the ballpark has about 2,000 spaces, and independent lots nearby also sell game-day parking. Link light rail stops at Stadium Station, a short walk away, and there is a designated rideshare lot southeast of the ballpark.
For parking at the restaurant itself, see our parking and directions page.
Good to know before the game
- Clear bags: bags must be clear and no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches. One-gallon clear zip bags and small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches are also allowed.
- Gates: main gates open 90 minutes before first pitch, and the T-Mobile Pen gate opens two hours before.
- Concert tickets: on concert days, tickets are sold at the box office at Edgar Martinez Drive South and First Avenue South.
Eating near T-Mobile Park: what to order
Before a game, share a few plates and choose mains that arrive together, and let your server know when you need to leave. Browse the full dinner menu, the wine list and cocktails, then choose a table in our candlelit dining room or on our heated four-season patio.
About T-Mobile Park
T-Mobile Park opened on July 15, 1999, and was called Safeco Field until the end of the 2018 season. It is home to the Seattle Mariners, holds about 47,000 fans and has a retractable roof that covers the stands on rainy days.
Reserve a table before the game
Choose the game date and a time about two hours before first pitch.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Grappa from T-Mobile Park?
Grappa is 4.2 miles from T-Mobile Park by car, about ten minutes without traffic. Allow more time on game days. Grappa is at 2 Boston St in Queen Anne and the ballpark is at 1250 First Avenue South in SoDo.
When do the gates open at T-Mobile Park?
Main gates open 90 minutes before first pitch. The T-Mobile Pen gate opens two hours before.
What bags are allowed at T-Mobile Park?
Clear bags no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear zip bags and small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches.
Where can we park for a Mariners game?
The Mariners Garage next to the ballpark has about 2,000 spaces, and independent lots nearby sell game-day parking. Link light rail to Stadium Station and the rideshare lot southeast of the ballpark are good alternatives.
Can we eat at Grappa before an afternoon game?
Yes. Grappa serves weekend brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 AM to 2 PM, and opens at 11 AM on weekdays.
