Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in North of Seattle

OpenTable

Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in North of Seattle? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

FIVE Restaurant Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1232)

$30 and under

Northwest

Edmonds

About the restaurant

FIVE Restaurant Bistro is a local family owned restaurant specializing in comfort food with a local flair. We strive to provide great food and service in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. During the warmer months we also have some of the best patio seating available in the Edmonds area. During the fall and winter, the outdoor seating area is enclosed and heated.

Top review

Michael

Dined today

We are FIVE fans for sure! Food is delicious, the staff is super friendly and the ambiance is on pointe. We look forward to any chance we are able to go with or without kids (kids menu is best in town maybe?!). Tonight we had the chopped salad, rigatoni, diablo shrimp, kids pizzas - all cooked to perfection! Brian is always super friendly!

Bar Dojo

4.9

4.9 (1518)

$30 and under

Northwest

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Bar Dojo, literally meaning "place of the way" represents a Modern Asian Restaurant featuring a melting pot of Asian comfort foods with Northwest ingredients. As the first and only of its kind in Edmonds, Bar Dojo strives to be the neighborhood gem that the community has been longing for. Hand crafted cocktails utilizing Asian inspired fruits and spices bring a new dimension to liquid dining. A newly designed dining room and full bar offers a comfortable and warm environment to complete your dining experience. Come visit Bar Dojo at Five Corners in Edmonds, Washington where the parking is plentiful, the drinks are unique and the food is comforting!

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Erin

Dined today

Bar Dojo is the one restaurant our entire family loves! Great options for vegetarians; unique appetizers and entrees; excellent service.

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Bazille - Nordstrom Alderwood Mall

4.9

4.9 (246)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Lynnwood

About the restaurant

Enjoy a view of the exhibition kitchen in a vibrant cafe that delivers our interpretation of bistro cuisine, including soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza and desserts. Beer and wine are available.

Nestled within its suburban surroundings, Bazille is located at The Alderwood Mall inside Nordstrom on the 2nd floor. Join us in our vibrant Bazille restaurant and try our signature Crab Bisque, Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad, Bistro Club Sandwich, or Bazille Burger. Be sure to save room for our White Chocolate Bread Pudding! Seating for large parties available in the dining room or join us at our beautiful new full bar. Free parking available on-site. Join us for Brunch on weekends.

We are open for dine-in service and pickup or delivery orders via DoorDash. Call (425) 329-2108 to place your order.

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JeannieVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Emily always provides excellent service! She remembers our names, and drink and food orders! One of the reasons I always eat here!

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Happy Hour at the Bazille!

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Wine Wednesdays

Epulo Bistro

4.8

4.8 (2685)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Epulo Bistro serves seasonal Northwest cuisine with a Mediterranean flare and creative seasonal cocktails in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Located in downtown Edmonds, we are just steps away from The Cascade Art Museum, Scratch Distillery and the Kingston Ferry. Epulo is a family owned, upscale bistro that prides itself on combining both modern-creative and traditional cooking practices, and to serve delicious and remarkable food, cocktails and wine. Please join us as we aim to be a giving member of the Edmonds community and use our restaurant to improve the quality of life in the Puget Sound region!

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MauriceVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Dining at Epulo is WAY more than just a meal - it’s a GREAT experience that makes you feel like you’re enjoying time out with your family. When in the Edmonds area, I HIGHLY recommend dining at Epulo!

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Popular dish

CAULIFLOWER

Popular dish

Theo's Dark Chocolate Torte

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Christmas Pop-Up Bar

Salt & Iron

4.7

4.7 (2798)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, Salt & Iron brings the comfort of American Northwest cuisine. The brainchild of partners Andrew Leckie and Shubert Ho, their mission is to provide a comfortable dining experience that includes local oysters, steaks and great American cuisine.
Salt & Iron's dining room designed by visionary firm Inspired Interiors of Edmonds, brings a brighter and more welcoming dining atmosphere to the Downtown core. It is located just a short walk from the Kingston Ferry and the iconic Edmonds Fountain, where the Edmonds Farmers' Market and the Edmonds Art Walk take place. A full bar provides craft cocktails, local wines and draft beers to accompany the dining experience.

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Cheryl

Dined today

We had a wonderful dinner at Salt and Iron. The ambience was fantastic. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The steak was amazing. The service was beyond exceptional. Highly recommend. Already planning my next visit there.

Fire & The Feast

4.6

4.6 (861)

$30 and under

Italian

Edmonds

About the restaurant

The PNW landscape easily lends itself to Italian cuisine. Similar to that of Mediterranean towns, Edmonds is just steps away from Ocean’s Bounty, minutes from the closest vineyards and just hours from some of the best agricultural resources in the nation. Join us as we welcome you into our home for a delightful meal that Nonna would be proud of!

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Brian

Dined 4 days ago

Happy hour until 6:00 pm. Tried four items and was very satiated.

Fisherman Jack's

4.6

4.6 (447)

$31 to $50

Asian

Everett

About the restaurant

Fisherman Jack's is an upscale Asian-Seafood fusion restaurant located directly on the Everett Waterfront with beautiful views of the marina.

Our menu showcases an array of culinary delights, including traditional dim sum, timeless Asian-fusion classics, and innovative, Asian-inspired creations.

Savor not only the exquisite dishes but also an array of thoughtfully crafted beverages. Our menu will showcase a carefully curated beverage program with craft cocktail, wine, and draft beer.

If the reservation size you are looking for is not available online, please call us at (425)610-3616 and our hosts will be happy to see how we can help you!

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Stefanie

Dined 3 days ago

Our server Jacob was great. Walked us through menu, recommended food and drinks and checked in on us throughout dinner. The inside of the restaurant was very modern and sleek. Love the use of wood with a mix of metal and textures throughout the restaurant. Even our booth back seat had a unique cut to it. For a table of 4 I thought the price was reasonable and just enough (ordered 4 dishes & 4 dinks). Food was flavorful and portion was good.

Scott's Bar & Grill

4.5

4.5 (2363)

$30 and under

Seafood

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Join the regulars at this Edmonds neighborhood institution with its vaulted ceilings, comfortable bar and beautifully renovated Komen Room. Local goes beyond food. With a farm-fresh and locally grown philosophy, Scott's menu offers fresh, local produce, meats and even desserts. Also available are local spirits, wine and beer.

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Carol

Dined 3 days ago

Service was beyond excellent. Since it’s my birthday it was a wonderful lunch for all of my family

Dave & Buster's - Lynnwood

4.1

4.1 (178)

$30 and under

American

Lynnwood

About the restaurant

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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Mike

Dined 7 days ago

Good food, good service. Only complaint is that they should supply some hand sanitizer. Hundreds of kids sharing games!

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Fogo de Chao - Lynnwood

4.0

4 (371)

$30 and under

Brazilian

Lynnwood

About the restaurant

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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Samantha

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Lovely service. Everything was clean and appetizing. The staff was so kind. Thank you.

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Bar Fogo Wagyu & Wine

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