Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Lake Union / Eastlake

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BellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketColumbia CityDowntownLake Union / EastlakeLaurelhurst

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Andaluca

4.8

Exceptional(1775)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Seattle's Andaluca Restaurant serves the finest breakfast in town and offers a warm, inviting ambiance with hand painted murals and large paned windows.

2. Deep Dive

4.6

Exceptional(350)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 20 times today

Renee Erickson’s Deep Dive: eat and drink inside of an art installation turned cocktail lounge within the iconic Spheres. Expect timeless, thought-provoking, and original cocktails, alongside refined plates, and an exceptional spirits selection. Deep Dive is a modern classic, inspired by marquee hotel bars the world over. Our kitchen will accommodate orders until our last seating each evening.No Minors - strictly 21+. Elevated attire encouraged, but not required. All parties MUST bring a valid, physical I.D. - pictures will NOT be accepted.Please be advised that a reservation does not guarantee specific seating arrangements - no distinction is made between tables or bar seats.As we are an intimate space, we kindly request that inquires for parties larger than 6 people be directed to events@eatseacreatures.comWe look forward to hosting you in Deep Dive! Until we meet, beneath the surface....

3. Joule

4.7

Exceptional(1427)

$$$$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.

4. Margaux

2.9

(426)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Margaux, where fresh, local, and Northwest flavors come together in an eclectic menu to delight your taste buds. Our dishes showcase the best ingredients and elements of Northwest-style cooking, enhanced by local influences. Whether you're here for a quick bite or a leisurely dinner, you'll find our comfortable and informal atmosphere.Discover a little-known secret that will become a favorite from your first visit. Start your day with a delightful breakfast from 7 am to 11 am, featuring popular dishes like California Eggs Benedict. Join us in the lounge from 2 pm to 5 pm for a selected food menu, and from 5 pm to 10 pm, indulge in exquisite drinks and dinner options, including our new vegan and gluten-free dishes.

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5. Yard House - Seattle

4.6

Exceptional(437)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite. Known for great food, classic rock, an energetic vibe and endless fleet of tap handles featuring the best craft and local beers, each Yard House location offers 100+ beers on tap along with an array of craft cocktails. Our menu features favorites such as our signature Poke Nachos, street tacos, USDA prime burgers, seafood and steaks. Founded in Long Beach, Calif., in 1996, Yard House now spans across the U.S. with over 80 locations and is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night dining.

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6. JOEY University Village

4.7

Exceptional(158)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Laurelhurst

Booked 51 times today

JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. Instead of just one chef, JOEY has a whole team of celebrated Executive Chefs bringing you an experience you can't get anywhere else. JOEY University Village features the city's only year round patio and brings approachable upscale dining and cocktailing to Seattle’s vibrant U-Village district.

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7. The Fig & The Judge

4.0

Excellent(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

The Fig & The Judge - a market restaurant concept located on the 2nd floor of The Renaissance Seattle Hotel, offering globally inspired dishes along with Pacific Northwest favorites, locally sourced and sustainable. Note that The Fig & The Judge is currently open for breakfast and lunch daily. Our all day menu, full dinner menu and bar appetizers and craft cocktails, local beer and wine are available from 1:30pm to 12:00am in our 515 Bar on the Lobby Level of the Renaissance Seattle.

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8. Elliott's Oyster House

4.8

Exceptional(6142)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Elliott’s Oyster House has been Seattle’s classic seafood house & waterfront dining destination for almost 50 years. Our award-winning restaurant features an expansive oyster bar with 24-26 varieties, highlighting the natural flavors of the finest seafood in the Pacific Northwest. Located on the Seattle waterfront on Pier 56, guests flock to Elliott’s for their signature sustainably sourced Dungeness Crab fresh from local waters, wild salmon from thriving runs, and sustainably caught Pacific finfish, in addition to their custom smoked Northwest seafood with Alaskan scallops, King salmon and shellfish. The award-winning wine program has an outstanding selection of seafood-friendly white wines that pair perfectly with the menu.

9. Nick's on Madison

4.8

Exceptional(529)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Madison Valley

Booked 13 times today

Located just outside of the Arboretum on Madison Street. Nick’s on Madison is your favorite neighborhood spot for casual sophistication. Seasonal dishes, draft beer, wines and craft cocktails. Follow us on Instagram @nicks_on_madison

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10. Tutta Bella - Bellevue

4.4

Awesome(155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bellevue

Booked 12 times today

A new and unforgettable dining experience awaits you at the newly renovated Tutta Bella Bellevue location at Crossroads. Following a 4 year renovation, this 7,000 square foot restaurant offers a revised layout to better accomadate the needs of todays restaurant goer, including early morning coffee service, a more efficient pickup/delivery area and customizable private dining space. Most notably, is the addition of the first Tutta Bella Marketplace! Perfect for both large and small groups, we welcome you to come in and watch our pizzaioli create authentic Neapolitan pizzas in our two beautiful wood-fired ovens, Pietro & Filomena. Our renovated bar offers an adult oasis for relaxing and enjoying our Neapolitan cuisine and craft cocktails.For group reservations of 10 or more, please call the restaurant directly at 425-502-7402.

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Emily
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
I had a birthday dinner with my father at Joule and really enjoyed the experience. Our waitress was wonderful - funny, knowledgeable, and attentive, though she did have to leave before we finished. The scallion pancakes and the chorizo rice cakes were fantastic but the Octopus was pretty tough and the the duck confit was just soso. I also liked my gin-sing cocktail a lot. While the service was very good, we were a little taken aback when our bill included an automatic 22% tip. Not sure if this is a common practice at nice restaurants in Seattle for only two diners (we're out of towners) but it felt a little presumptuous. However, I'd definitely go back for those chewy chorizo rice cakes!
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JoulePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wallingford
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
First time in was a great experience. The staff seemed friendly and efficient. The food was fresh, properly prepared and served promptly. Good value for quality and location. Will go back.
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Yard House - SeattlePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.6
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Tom
Portland / Oregon •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
A lovely surprise in downtown Seattle! Fantastic sangria, tasty food, and stellar service!
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AndalucaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.8
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ConradVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •48 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Excellent expert service and unique very tasty cocktails 🍸
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Deep DivePrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Lake Union / Eastlake
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4.6
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Meredith
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined on Aug 29, 2024
Very nice restaurant. Our waiter Paola was very fast and efficient.
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MargauxPrice: Moderate• American• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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2.9

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