Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Laurelhurst

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EastsideNorth of SeattleSeattle

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BallardBeacon HillBellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketBothellCapitol Hill / First Hill

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

120 restaurants available nearby

1. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(9026)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 128 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.

2. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3818)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 31 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.

3. Mamma Melina

4.7

Exceptional(2397)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • U Village / U District

Booked 22 times today

Please note: Mamma Melina does not accept reservations for Happy Hour. Happy Hour is first come first serve in our bar area (21+).If you would like to make a reservation for more than 8 people, please call the restaurant directly.Reservations are allowed a 15 minute grace period. If you are running late, please call and let us know.Reservations can be made for inside or outside. If one of the options does not show, that means it is not available for the selected time and party size. While reservations can be made specifically for inside or outside, we are unable to reserve or hold specific tables within those spaces. We will do our best to accommodate table requests when possible.

4. Serafina

4.6

Exceptional(2957)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 28 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.

5. Sushi Kashiba

4.9

Exceptional(872)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 27 times today

Sushi Kashiba is Seattle's destination for Japanese fine dining at its highest level. Located next to historic Pike Place Market. Take a coveted seat at the Omakase sushi bar, where you just might find multi-James Beard Award nominated Chef Shiro Kashiba holding court.Most guests order one of Sushi Kashiba's chef curated sushi dinners. The mix of fresh local fish as well as delicacies from Japan and around the world will satisfy the palette of seasoned sushi fans as well as new entrants into the sushi world. We also feature à la carte items like agedashi tofu, oysters on the half shell and Chef Kashiba's New York Times featured black cod kasuzuke. Welcome to Sushi Kashiba.

A photo of Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge restaurant

6. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(4618)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 78 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

4.4

Awesome(1225)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 30 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. Piatti - Seattle

4.5

Awesome(1555)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • U Village / U District

Booked 20 times today

Piatti’s prime location is just north of downtown Seattle in University Village, an open-air lifestyle shopping center which offers a unique formula of locally-owned boutiques and signature national retailers. This rich and vibrant community is the perfect home for Piatti, which features a lively bar scene, engaging activities for the little ones and a market-driven menu that caters to all different tastes.

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9. Queen Mary Tea Room

4.8

Exceptional(1566)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Afternoon Tea • Laurelhurst

Booked 17 times today

Queen Mary Tea Room has been providing tea service and fine dining to Seattle and its visitors for 36 years. Our Afternoon Tea with the cranberry orange scones and crumpets to the mint cucumber tea sandwiches, and the silver teapots of Queen Mary's finest teas with the fine English bone china teacups, it's a tradition many generations have experienced. Our Brunch and Lunch menus are also quite delicious with homemade quiches and soups that will bring you back again and again.

10. Messina

4.1

Excellent(307)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Queen Anne

Booked 27 times today

Messina Modern Italian Kitchen, located just a few steps away from the iconic Climate Pledge Arena, combines modern Italian cuisine with the distinct flavors of the Pacific Northwest. We are all about creating unforgettable experiences for family dinners, a romantic date night, or celebrating and watching a game. We include a 22% service charge on all guest checks to offer competitve, above-industry standard wages for all our staff.

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Luke
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really nice valentine’s day experience. Place was packed but was still seated efficiently. Ambience met expectations and food was good.
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Mamma MelinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• U Village / U District
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4.7
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Melissa
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Luis and the food were amazing! Spinasse continues to be our favorite!
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SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.8
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PetraVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was lucky enough to have chef Shiro himself. Every bite was exquisite! It's an experience and excellent meal.
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Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.9
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Kristin
Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
First time to Pink Door and it did not disappoint! Everything we had was fabulous, the service was great as was the atmosphere! I felt at times I was in the 50’s with the decor and music which was fun! They even had real candles! We will definitely be returning!
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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patrick
Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We live a couple blocks away and come here at least a couple times a year, especially when friends and family visit. Great quality restaurant and the atmosphere is unmatched. A Seattle institution.
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SerafinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lake Union / Eastlake
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4.6

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