Best Family Style Restaurants in Ballard

44 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ballard Cut

4.7

Exceptional(640)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ballard

Booked 11 times today

The Ballard Cut is a farm-to-table restaurant and whisk(e)y bar specializing in local and seasonal ingredients. Our 1200+ bottle whiskey list ranges from Japanese and Scotch single malts to American bourbons and ryes. The collection is curated to include contemporary and affordable bottles as well as rare and antique vintages. Enjoy a scratch cocktail on our patio as you take in the energetic Ballard nightlife; share a bottle of wine and a tomahawk steak with friends and family; or take a trip around the world with a custom whisk(e)y flight built by our passionate and experienced staff. Helmed by owner Tommy Patrick and chef Rachael Peebles, The Ballard Cut is the culmination of decades of hard work and dedication in the restaurant industry. We sincerely hope you enjoy your dining experience.*We have both indoor and outdoor sidewalk seating available. Please call during business hours to confirm any seating requests.*

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2. Sabine Café and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(77)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Ballard

Booked 10 times today

reservations accepted for dinner only, from 5pm-9pm. our day café remains walk-up and counter-service only - NO reservations accepted for brunch. we are 21+ after 10pm on friday and saturday.sabine is a café, bar, and bakery serving a lively daytime and nighttime experience for all on ballard ave. here you'll find vibrant espresso drinks, colorful cocktails, and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. our inviting menus by chef dunkelberger draw upon mediterranean influences with middle eastern spices and herbs, while our dedication to using local, in-season, and organic ingredients wherever we can highlights the bounty of the northwest. our mezze and salatim dishes are meant to be shared; here we value the community that dining together brings.

3. Spinasse

4.7

Exceptional(3808)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 44 times today

We recommend making a reservation however, we have some counter seats available on a first come first serve basis for walk-ins. There could be a waitlist so come early!Cascina Spinasse is offering in-house dining seven days a week. Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 10pm. Friday & Saturday 5pm - 11pm.

4. Joule

4.7

Exceptional(1410)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wallingford

Booked 26 times today

Joule, the first restaurant from celebrated husband and wife cooking team Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi, is re-located in October, 2012 to the innovative, newly developed the Fremont Collective in Seattle’s Wallingford/Fremont neighborhood. From its original opening in 2007, Joule has cultivated a loyal dining fan base and captured the attention of an admiring local and national media captivated by the couple’s unique, modern perspective on Korean cuisine. Joule, the mature sibling to Yang and Chirchi’s restaurant, Revel, highlights Korea’s love of beef featuring unconventional cuts accompanied by distinctive and shareable side dishes.Joule takes reservations for 1.75-3 hour time slots (depending on party size). We do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible and ask that you are considerate of other diners at the end of your meal. If you feel that your party requires more time, please let us know in the notes and we will get back to you with our available accommodations.

5. Eldr

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4.8

Exceptional(30)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard

Booked 32 times today

Located in the heart of Sunset Hill/Ballard, General Harvest’s newest concept celebrates the art of wood-fire cooking. This live-fire kitchen showcases the highest quality proteins, sustainably harvested seafood, and seasonal produce, all prepared with a focus on simplicity and bold, natural flavors inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

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6. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(4591)

Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 87 times today

Centered around the cuisine, decor and imagery of the French Quarter and New Orleans and creating the feel of the Big Easy, Toulouse is one of the most intricate and ambitiously built restaurants in a generation.Our expansive menus offer culinary diversity and range from traditional Creole and French Quarter menu choices to traditional Parisian and French countryside preparations to more innovative dishes that are entirely unique to Toulouse.

7. The George

4.3

Awesome(1207)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining destination led by Director of Culinary Eraj Jayawickreme. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu within a high-design space, marking a new era for this historic hotel's iconic dining room. The menu celebrates local, seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts. Savor Pacific Northwest flavors with the freshest seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce. The George pays homage to the historic Georgian Room, a Seattle icon since 1924. Designed by renowned Spanish studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán, the space blends history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, Art Deco chandeliers, and marble floors enhance the ambiance, while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors and original Palladian windows complete the vision. With a private dining room and semi-private enclaves, The George is perfect for groups and special occasions.Restaurant & Bar Design Awards: Best Design, Americas, 2023.

8. Terra Plata

4.7

Exceptional(4207)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 27 times today

Terra Plata is James Beard award winning Chef Tamara Murphy's "Earth to Plate" concept. It is the result of her love for creative and delicious plates inspired by the seasons and made possible by our local growers & artisan producers.

9. Autumn Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(476)

Price: Expensive

• American • Phinney Ridge

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Autumn Seattle! Located in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, Autumn Restaurant focuses on a simple approach to pasta, seafood & vegetables.

10. Single Shot

4.9

Exceptional(1310)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 20 times today

Discover Single Shot, a neighborhood gem tucked away in hip Capitol Hill. The 1920’s-style space hums with cosmopolitan charm. Chef Antonio Palma crafts thoughtful fare in the wood-fired oven. Seasoned bartenders mix scratch cocktails at the gorgeous marble bar. The attentive staff will have you feeling like a regular whether it’s your first or fifth visit. Single Shot wears many hats; pop in for a sip and a snack, a lingering meal, or a nightcap.

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Breann
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always love going to Ballard Cut. Food is phenomenal & the service is amazing. We opted for a custom whiskey flight & Tommy was the best! His knowledge on whiskey is unmatched. Highly recommend.
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The Ballard CutPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ballard
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4.7
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THANASIS
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Joule offers great food (my personal highlight is the crispy rice cake dish) and even better customer service! Five stars from me
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JoulePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wallingford
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4.7
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SarahVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was our first visit to Eldr after loving their sister restaurant, Autumn. The food, atmosphere and service was all incredible. Chelsea our waitress was the BEST. She made us feel welcomed and loved and was so fun! This is a must visit date night spot! Do yourself a favor and choose the chefs tasting menu!
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EldrPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Ballard
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4.8
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JohnVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Everything we had was outstanding. The new cabbage salad was unusual but refreshing. The pasta and risotto were better than I have had in great places in Italy. The server was knowledgeable, helpful, and clearly loved working there. And the desserts were delicious. Finally I will say they now make their own bread and it was excellent.
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SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.7
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Fernand
Seattle / Eastern Washington •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Best Mediterranean meal I've had in a long time! Also, the decor of this location is outstanding, which should be considered part of the experience. Lastly, their cocktails are incredibly creative and inspiring.
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Sabine Café and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ballard
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4.8

Best Family Style Restaurants in Ballard

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44 restaurants available nearby

1. The Ballard Cut

2. Sabine Café and Bar

3. Spinasse

4. Joule

5. Eldr

6. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

7. The George

8. Terra Plata

9. Autumn Seattle

10. Single Shot

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