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COMMUNION

$50 and over

Contemporary Southern

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

Hot spot
Neighborhood gem
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.

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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
(206) 806-1916
Website
https://www.communionseattle.com/
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.

Location
2350 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122-3046
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

Experiences

Cocktail 101: A Hands-On Mixology Experience
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 30, 2025 only
4:30 PM
Hosted by Communion R&B and Sur La Table: learn the art of cocktail-making at Cocktail 101, an interactive mixology class designed for both beginners and cocktail enthusiasts. Hosted by the talented bartenders of Communion R&B, this experience will teach you the fundamentals of crafting well-balanced and flavorful drinks. What to Expect: Cocktail Fundamentals – Learn the essential techniques behind shaking, stirring, and building a perfectly balanced cocktail. Hands-On Experience – Craft two classic cocktails under expert guidance. Ingredient Deep Dive – Explore the flavors and profiles of spirits, mixers, and garnishes. Tasting & Pairing Tips – Discover how to complement your cocktails with food. Q&A with the Experts – Get insider tips from seasoned mixologists. Material Included - ingredients and bar kits are included Food Included - a heavy appetizer buffet will be available throughout the class

What 112 people are saying

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Seattle / Eastern Washington
Hot spot
Seattle
Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

COMMUNION offers a vibrant culinary experience with a unique blend of Southern, Asian, and African flavors. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "fantastic service," highlighting dishes like the Mojo Chicken and shrimp toast. Despite occasional seating delays, the "warm, welcoming vibe" and "spectacular atmosphere" ensure a memorable dining experience.

112 Reviews

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Shayla VIP
Los Angeles27 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was AMAZING. Get the Hoecakes! They’re damn near a religious experience! Everything was absolutely delicious, perfectly prepared and reminded us of the people that loved us with food! Thank you!!! Also Asia was a great server and every single person we came in contact with was enthusiastic and friendly! We will be back!!!!
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Corine
Seattle10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time and it absolutely lived up to the hype!
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OpenTable Diner
Seattle1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service! The pacing of our meal was absolutely perfect. The smoked salmon deviled eggs were amazing - the smokiness of the fish paired with the creamy, paprika spiced egg yolk was immaculate. The mac n cheese was equally as impressive - tinted with a hint of ground black pepper and topped with chopped green onion for a hint of freshness. And the cheese pull!!! Wow. The RnB fritters were good, a little sweet, slightly salty. The Mushroom Tibs served with Injera! 🔥 The Mojo Chicken 🔥. Absolutely worthwhile soul food dining experience.
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Anthony
Seattle4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great but the service was excellent! An overall positive experience.
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letseatseattle
Seattle4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! Will be back soon to try all of the things ha we couldn’t possible eat.
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OpenTable Diner
Portland1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10 experience from the customer service, to the food and ambience. Even the music was awesome! My favorite restaurant in Seattle. Definitely recommend!
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Jessica VIP
Cleveland7 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The vibe is cool here but they may have outgrown the space. We made reservations but were asked to wait outside (no space inside to wait) which was fine cause we got lucky that it wasn’t a rainy cold day in Seattle. The bar seating is nice and comfortable. The hood sushi could be better, the dipping sauce is wayyy to hot and the flavor profile of the sushi isn’t significant in any way. The roll and crab butter were good. The fried fish was good but what came with it wasn’t anything special. We did love the ambiance and music, very cool vibe.
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Sam
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, the service the greeting all excellent. We will return. Thank you.
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Matt
London1 review
1.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Our server was miserable and rude. Stated twice before we’d even ordered that we were only allowed to sit at the table for 1.5hrs. It felt like we were not welcome at all. When we decided to order a couple of dishes I said we might like to order something else if we decide we’re still hungry. The server stated that we had to order all of our dishes right away and they wouldn’t allow any ordering after that because their system won’t allow it. Terrible service. We’ll never come back.
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AlexA
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Communion makes one feel like one is back home at a family reunion in Louisiana or some Southern Port of Call. The blend of old favorites with new takes on dishes such as Ramen make the menu lively. We loved the lamb, chicken and Big A$$ Shrimp. Desserts are probably wonderful as well, but we simply didn't have room left to sample them. We hope to be back soon to continue to explore Communion's offerings.
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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 112 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.communionseattle.com/
Phone number
(206) 806-1916
Catering
Checkout our catering company, That Brown Girl Cooks! at www.thatbrowngirl.com
Private party facilities
Please email goodday@communionseattle for inquiries.

COMMUNION

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Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

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Experiences

Cocktail 101: A Hands-On Mixology Experience

Menu

What 112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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How is COMMUNION restaurant rated?

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