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COMMUNION, Seattle, WA
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COMMUNION

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$50 and over
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Hot spot
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
COMMUNION is a place where you feel seen. A place that feels like comfort, rest, relief, and peace. Our mission is to provide the food, the familiarity, and the intimacy that make you feel at home.

Chef Kristi Brown has spooned her way through the culinary industry for the past 28 years. Starting at a small café in downtown Seattle, Kristi has done just about everything from dishwasher/prep cook to running her own catering business for nearly a decade. From the beginning, her vision was to focus on the art and experience of food through culinary activism. A purpose powered by her mantra, “Everybody’s Gotta Eat!” Chef Kristi desires to build community through the cultivation of fresh food and fine cooking.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Chef Kristi Brown

From the OpenTable editors: Eater, The New York Times, Condé Nast Traveler, and the James Beard Awards have all sung the praises of chef Kristi Brown's Seattle soul cooking at Communion. The pork neck stew is non-negotiable, alongside creative dishes such as "hood sushi," or cornmeal-crusted catfish rolled with pickled veggies and remoulade. That plus the welcoming vibes in the industrial chic space set in the city's historic Black district have made Communion one of the country's best new restaurants in recent years.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Contemporary American, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Checkout our catering company, That Brown Girl Cooks! at www.thatbrowngirl.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please email goodday@communionseattle for inquiries.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    24th and Union
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    48 line and the 8 line
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 131 people are saying

COMMUNION reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Hot spot

  • Seattle

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Communion in Seattle offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere with a diverse menu featuring inventive soul food. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "spectacular" service. Signature dishes like hoe cakes and collard greens receive high praise. The ambiance is lively, though occasionally noisy, and the staff is "delightful and kind."
131 Reviews
  1. Darlin

    Cincinnati3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Communion is our family’s most beloved restaurant in Seattle. We moved here from Atlanta and Communion makes us feel at home in the most wonderful ways. Menu is updated seasonally which is fantastic our favorite of the staples are: hoe cakes 🙌 and the collards (w/o meat) and the fish is always incredible. The staff are delightful and kind. The ambiance is spectacular. Enjoy!

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  2. Katy

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing spot with such good food and friendly patrons and staff.

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  3. Eva

    St. Louis1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Too loud! Had to yell the whole time and the bartender wasn’t very friendly. The food was just ok. Wouldn’t go back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great experience. Everything we had was good and presented well.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We go here at least once a week and the food has never failed us. It’s always amazing. The services is also next level. My favorite spot in seattle.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The vibe is high the food delicious We will return!

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  7. FreelanceFoodie

    Seattle8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at Communion. The staff treated us like family. We had two children in our party, one of whom has an interest in cooking. The staff offered to show him the line, which was really special. The food was excellent, too!

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  8. Paul VIP

    New York City28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The first thing you notice about Communion is how good it smells when you walk in the door. Amazing. The Hoe Cakes are soft and fluffy and the tequila-brined chicken is citrusy and delicious. Friendly service.

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  9. Sharonne VIP

    Seattle10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about Communiom is 5 star. The staff is excellent, chef came by to say thank you and check on our food, the wine to die for, and damn every dessert was chef's kiss 💋 😘 While we spent a small fortune, it was worth it for the experience.

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  10. Cathy VIP

    St. Louis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is amazing! The new menu is excellent!

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FAQs

COMMUNION offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 806-1916.

COMMUNION is rated 4.7 stars by 131 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2350 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122-3046

Additional information

  • Cross street
    24th and Union
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern, Contemporary American, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    48 line and the 8 line
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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