Best Lunch Restaurants in Pioneer Square

144 restaurants available nearby

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1. Il Terrazzo Carmine

4.9

Exceptional(4084)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pioneer Square

Booked 38 times today

Il Terrazzo Carmine, owned and operated by Carmine Smeraldo, is one of Seattle's true dining anomalies - a highly successful restaurant with unfailingly high standards and a loyal, sophisticated clientele. The cuisine has been acclaimed as Seattle's best by the media and more importantly, by local diners. Il Terrazzo Carmine is located in historic Pioneer Square - nestled in an urban-renewed alley with entrances through the vintage lobby on First Avenue or through the delightful courtyard in the back. Since 1984, Carmine Smeraldo's classic Italian restaurant has been where the locals have chosen to return over and over again. From the Carpaccio Di Bue and Spaghettini Dell 'Ortolano for lunch to the Suprema Di Pollo Farcita and Zuppa Di Pesce for dinner you will know you have gone to a place where excellence is a way of life. Arguably the best Italian restaurant in Seattle, Il Terrazzo serves classical Italian cuisine with an atmosphere you may want to call home and never leave

2. Matsu

4.4

Awesome(414)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Pioneer Square

Booked 12 times today

Located in the former Girin space in bustling Pioneer Square, Matsu serves up sushi and Japanese fare with rotating wines, sakes, and a full bar. The perfect stop for Happy Hour after work or late night, or before the game.

3. Nirmal's

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4.1

Excellent(188)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Pioneer Square

Booked 5 times today

Nirmal’s is the culmination of over 30 years of culinary experience of Chef Nirmal Monteiro, our five-star chef. His lifelong dream is realized in this restaurant, showcasing his talents and inspired by great traditions of Indian food, yet re-imagined with the influences of his global culinary journey.Chef Nirmal combines fresh local ingredients from the Pacific Northwest with traditional ingredients and spices from across India. The tastes are at once familiar, yet new and exciting. Prepare for a dining experience with diversity and subtlety of flavors not available in any other Indian restaurant!At Nirmal’s, we believe that dining is more than just great food; it is the whole experience! Great food, great ambiance, excellent service, and sense of community are our mission.

4. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(8937)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 135 times today

The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.

5. The George

4.4

Awesome(1199)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining marvel led by Chef Guillermo Carreno. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu and lavish bar program within a high-design arena, ushering in a new era for the historic hotel's iconic dining room. Our evolving menu celebrates local seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts.Embrace the Pacific Northwest at The George, savoring the freshest seafood from local waters and curated dry-aged meats. Artisan cheeses and vibrant fruits and vegetables are locally sourced. Signature dishes vary with seasons, from summer scallops to classic Steak & Frites.Honoring the hotel's architecture, The George nods to George B. Post. Renowned Spanish design studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán orchestrates a captivating interior, blending history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, pendant lamp chandeliers, and striking marble floors elevate the ambiance while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors complete the vision.

6. Cafe Campagne

4.7

Exceptional(3050)

Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 67 times today

The Heart of France in the Heart of Pike Place Market. Established in 1994, A classic Parisian cafe in the heart of Pike Place Market, Café Campagne has been cultivating regulars and pleasing out of town guests since it first opened its doors. Located on the charming Post Alley, it is the perfect spot to watch the world go by. We offer a dining experience that is exceptional in traditional food & wine, and comfortable in ambiance and service.

7. Place Pigalle

4.8

Exceptional(1423)

Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 1 time today

Located in the heart of Pike Place Market in Downtown Seattle, just behind the famous fish throwers, Place Pigalle offers an intimate dining experience with stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountain Range.Reservation Policies:-Parties of 5 or more: Must call to reserve.-Outdoor seating: Please call to request; we will note your preference but cannot guarantee it.-Tables are seated on a first-come, first-served basis; specific tables cannot be reserved.-Delays: Please notify us promptly to hold your table for up to 15 minutes.

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8. Tilikum Place Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(2371)

Price: Moderate

• Northwest • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 29 times today

Inspired European and Northwest brunch, lunch and dinner. We take great pride in using the freshest & highest quality products as our menu is entirely made in house. Stop by for dinner or brunch & experience seasonal cuisine, creative libations & a warm welcome! We have a very small dining room and a not accommodate group dining. Our table maximum for brunch and lunch seats up to 6 guests. For dinner service, we can seat up to 8 guests if there are openings. Thank you.

9. Ben Paris

4.3

Awesome(1166)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

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10. Goldfinch Tavern at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

4.6

Exceptional(1773)

Price: Expensive

• Northwest • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Approachable sophisticated Pacific Northwest cuisine, simply prepared using the finest regional ingredients and served in a dining room with maritime-inspired design and sweeping views of Elliott Bay.Goldfinch Tavern is a collaboration between Ethan Stowell and Four Seasons Hotel Seattle. Named for the state bird of Washington, the American Goldfinch.The upscale tavern pays homage to the city’s pioneer days, when taverns catered to lumberjacks and sailors alike, providing a place for travelers and locals to both socialize and conduct business, all while enjoying drinks and food.

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KathyVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Il Terrazzo Carmine never disappoints! I've been dining there since 1990 and it's been great every time. No need to say more.
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Il Terrazzo CarminePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pioneer Square
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4.9
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DeeAnna
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
We had such a special holiday tea. Each person gets to make their own selection of tea and gets their own pot. We got to take home a box of the special anniversary tea and make some extra holiday selections from a roving cart. We loved the special treat at the end to celebrate our anniversary- really sweet considering this was not something we directly communicated to the restaurant. Amazing service!
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The GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4
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Rex
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Superb, as usual. The carrot sformato was an unusual find and quite delicious. The addition of olives to the blood orange and fennel salad hit just the right acid note, Mama’s meatballs were pure beef with a strong dash of anise seed, and the accompanying marinara had been simmering for ages to pick up that deep complexity of flavors and great balance between sweet and slightly acid.
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Toni
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Food and drinks were super good. The service was also great. Only negative was it was cold inside the restaurant and outside. Perfect proximity to walking to the stadium. Gave us a birthday dessert for my husband.
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MatsuPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Pioneer Square
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4.4
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DavidVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
The bartender was great, friendly, attentive, and able to engage in a conversation
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Nirmal'sPrice: Expensive• Indian• Pioneer Square
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144 restaurants available nearby

1. Il Terrazzo Carmine

2. Matsu

3. Nirmal's

4. The Pink Door

5. The George

6. Cafe Campagne

7. Place Pigalle

8. Tilikum Place Cafe

9. Ben Paris

10. Goldfinch Tavern at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

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