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1. The Pink Door
4.8
Exceptional(9094)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 184 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.
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2. La Fontana Siciliana
4.8
Exceptional(1731)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 53 times today
La Fontana Siciliana is a serene retreat in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Belltown, where the charm of Sicily comes alive. As you step into our enchanting courtyard, the soothing sound of a bubbling fountain and the tantalizing scent of Sicilian delicacies welcome you.We source our ingredients from premier local purveyors to craft the most exquisite Sicilian fare in Washington. Our kitchen, led by the talented Chef Antonio Torralba, promises an unforgettable culinary journey.Join us at La Fontana Siciliana for an authentic Sicilian experience, where every dish, glass of wine, and interaction is a testament to our dedication to excellence. PLEASE NOTE: While we can’t guarantee specific seating in our rooms or courtyard, rest assured that each space in La Fontana offers a unique experience, with seating allocated based on reservation timing and arrival order. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
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3. Walrus and the Carpenter
4.5
Awesome(397)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Ballard
***We do not take reservations during regular service but do offer them for Valentine's Day weekend, February 12th-16th. On all other days, please just stop in and we will seat you as soon as possible***Fishing pub meets restaurant. This bustling neighborhood restaurant specializes in oysters and other seafood dishes. Using nothing but the freshest ingredients, Chef Taylor Thomas creates seasonal food. The Walrus and the Carpenter also serves wine, smart cocktails, beer and cider. It makes an ideal after-hours hangout spot. Enjoy some fried oysters with a cold beer, surrounded by cozy rustic furnishings. If you prefer an alternative to seafood, look no further than the steak tartare, which comes with thinly sliced rye toast and egg yolk. Launched in 2010 to rave reviews, The Walrus and the Carpenter is open daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. We hope to see you soon! Until we meet at the table....
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4. Grappa - Seattle
4.7
Exceptional(1232)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Queen Anne
Booked 36 times today
From the beautifully prepared and exquisitely presented small plates, to the hand crafted cocktails, it is our goal to bring generations of family tradition to your neighborhood. Every dish is designed for you and your family to share, and our space offers the same warmth and passion you would find in our own kitchen. With our traditional Mediterranean small plates, thoughtfully designed cocktails, and extended wine and grappa list, it is our goal to give you the excellent dining experience you deserve!
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5. Serafina
4.7
Exceptional(2966)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 30 times today
Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as an intimate neighborhood restaurant located along Eastlake between the University and Downtown. Its intimate, sultry atmosphere, outdoor garden seating and its authentic Italian cuisine make it a favorite with diners from around the Puget Sound and beyond. Serafina's philosophy is simple: Offer the freshest, highest quality ingredients, present the food in an honest and inviting way, and provide the casual warmth and soothing ambiance that echoes the welcoming embrace of an Italian home.The ritual of coming together sharing wine and food with family and friends is the central motif in our lives. Italian food has an immediacy, honesty, and warmth; it possesses the spirit of a grandmother's wisdom and love. Italian food isn't about trailblazing alchemy or edible high fashion; Italian food is about staying connected—to each other, to the past, to the earth.
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6. Terra Plata
4.6
Exceptional(4240)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 29 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.
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7. Daniel's Broiler - Lake Union
4.5
Awesome(4085)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 12 times today
Daniel's Broiler-Lake Union features USDA Prime Beef. Spectacular views of South Lake Union are available from every table and outside waterfront dining is available during warm weather.*A 20% service charge is included. 100% of this service charge is retained by Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. We strive to be an employer of choice and our servers are paid a base wage and a separate commission based on their sales. Additional gratuity is not expected and purely optional. If you have any questions please ask to speak with a member of management.
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8. 2120
4.7
Exceptional(1507)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
2120 is a lively, independently owned and operated restaurant, located next to the famous Amazon Spheres.We're only a few blocks from the iconic Space Needle, and within a short walk of most of the area's major hotels.Our culinary team has put together a flavorful New American menu that changes seasonally. We use the freshest locally sourced ingredients from farms in and around our local countryside.We're also proud to feature a broad selection of local wines, with a focus on the Pacific Northwest. We firmly believe that what grows together, goes together.​Our talented team behind the bar has designed an approachable, playful, and creative cocktail menu that ties in elements from the kitchen to the bar.
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9. Betty
4.8
Exceptional(1474)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Queen Anne
Booked 18 times today
Nestled in upper Queen Anne, just a few blocks away from the iconic views of Kerry Park, sits Betty Restaurant. We are proud to have continued to be a Seattle neighborhood staple for over 12 years. Our menu is best defined as seasonally- driven, thoughtfully prepared comfort food. Betty is a gem and in some ways a throwback - to a time when the food and the guest were the most important part of the dining experience. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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10. Westward
4.5
Awesome(1845)
Price: Expensive
• Northwest • Wallingford
Booked 9 times today
Waterfront dining on the north shore of Lake Union, featuring outdoor fire pit, cheery beachside seating, sustainable seafood, and imaginative marine fare of the Pacific Coast-- including a variety of fresh, local oysters.Arrive by foot, vehicle, boat, kayak or tie up to our dock.We have a limited number of tables available for reservations inside in our dining room for parties of 8 or less. Weather permitting, we do our best to move reservations to outside when desired. For larger parties, we also offer a semi-private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 guests. We look forward to hosting you at Westward! We hope to see you soon. Until we meet at the table....

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