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84 Yesler
Price: Very Expensive•Northwest•4.8(89)At 84 Yesler, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant community and providing a versatile venue that inspires innovation and connection. Join us and be a part of something special in Pioneer Square.FareStart Restaurant
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,427)FareStart's James Beard award-winning model for social change is fueled by our restaurant. We’re located in the heart of Seattle for breakfast/lunch on weekdays (walk-ins only), private events, Guest Chef Nights & other special dining experiences.
Our beloved Guest Chef Night pairs premier local chefs with FareStart students for a 3-course meal served by volunteers. These events occur on Thursday evenings & tickets release at various times throughout the year, with the menu added about a month before the event. These generally sell out quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as possible. Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
FareStart is a social enterprise nonprofit focused on job training and employment. Our restaurant & other food-based businesses serve as classrooms for students to gain culinary skills that prepare them for careers in & beyond the food service industry. Since 1992, we’ve helped more than 15,000 adults & youth work toward stability & economic mobility.
Radiator Whiskey (21 and over)
Price: Moderate•Comfort Food•4.6(488)(21 & over only)
In the heart of Pike Place Market, Radiator Whiskey Bar features food that brings a smile and drinks in every variety of container and iteration; straight, mixed, bottled, canned and on tap. Step inside Radiator Whiskey and be immersed in Pacific Northwest atmosphere, warm tones, industrial architecture and plenty of natural wood accents including a larger than live whiskey barrel wall.
(21 & over only)
Radiator Whiskey has daily happy hour drink specials and daily rotating meat specials on top of the regular menu. All the dishes are created fresh with options such as smoked chicken Caesar salad, smoked & fried chicken, braised beef brisket and warm cornbread.
Must be 21 and over.
Please bring valid identifications per Washington state law.The Olive & Grape
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.9(594)Turkish, Italian and Greek with a Twist.
The Olive and Grape opened in September 2010. The owner, Paola Corsini, is third-generation Italian Levantine, born and raised in Izmir, Turkey. Paola's distinct culture is represented in the menu at The Olive and Grape. Each and every meal served is infused with the traditions of Turkish and Italian cuisine.
Founders Club
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.8(366)Nestled off the main lobby of Fairmont Olympic Hotel, the Founders Club is an intimate haven with warm lighting, vintage books, sky-inspired art, and polished brass accents. This exclusive space blends 1920s speakeasy charm with modern sophistication, featuring rich crimson interiors reminiscent of a red-light district. Hidden behind a bookcase, the club invites intrigue and curiosity.
Specializing in rare, vintage, and limited-edition spirits, the club boasts an impressive Cognac collection and liquor lockers for guests. Signature offerings include Seattle’s most luxurious Manhattan, complemented by indulgent snacks like caviar, Wagyu sliders, and oysters.
Ranked #7 Best Hotel Bar in the U.S. by Food & Wine, the Founders Club welcomes walk-ins but recommends reservations. For large party bookings or buyouts, contact PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com.Sushi Kashiba
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.8(974)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.
Queen Mary Tea Room
Price: Moderate•Afternoon Tea•4.9(1,606)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.Il Terrazzo Carmine
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(4,206)Il Terrazzo Carmine, owned and operated by Carmine Smeraldo, is one of Seattle's true dining anomalies - a highly successful restaurant with unfailingly high standards and a loyal, sophisticated clientele. The cuisine has been acclaimed as Seattle's best by the media and more importantly, by local diners.
Il Terrazzo Carmine is located in historic Pioneer Square - nestled in an urban-renewed alley with entrances through the vintage lobby on First Avenue or through the delightful courtyard in the back. Since 1984, Carmine Smeraldo's classic Italian restaurant has been where the locals have chosen to return over and over again. From the Carpaccio Di Bue and Spaghettini Dell 'Ortolano for lunch to the Suprema Di Pollo Farcita and Zuppa Di Pesce for dinner you will know you have gone to a place where excellence is a way of life. Arguably the best Italian restaurant in Seattle, Il Terrazzo serves classical Italian cuisine with an atmosphere you may want to call home and never leave
Tilikum Place Cafe
Price: Moderate•Northwest•4.9(2,405)Inspired European and Northwest brunch, lunch and dinner. We take great pride in using the freshest & highest quality products as our menu is entirely made in house. Stop by for dinner or brunch & experience seasonal cuisine, creative libations & a warm welcome! We have a very small dining room and a not accommodate group dining. Our table maximum for brunch and lunch seats up to 6 guests. For dinner service, we can seat up to 8 guests if there are openings. Thank you.La Vita E Bella
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(821)At La Vita E Bella, we provide authentic Italian food made with homemade sauces and pasta. We offer many seafood dishes inspired by our Sicilian roots and fresh Seattle offerings. Mouthwatering, fresh-crust, oven-baked pizzas make a great appetizer or main course. We have a generously large wine selection and many antipasto platters (appetizers) that are perfect for a quick drink and snack on the go. Our restaurant has a romantic atmosphere and welcoming environment ideal for locals and tourists alike. Owner Evan Shuster strives to offer affordable cuisine that pops with flavor and value. He personally buys the groceries several times a week to ensure the freshest local products, allowing prices to remain low and fair for our customers. If you prefer, you can always call 206-441-5322 for an amazing meal "to go," or use your favorite delivery partner to bring our fabulous food to your doorstep.
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- MMATTHEWVIPMinneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThis was my second time eating here and it was a great experience. Service was on point, food tasted great and the ambiance can’t be beat.More infoLa LobaPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Downtown•4.6
- GGrantVIPDenver / Colorado •13 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat good. Lots of shareable options. Highly recommend.More infoLola SeattlePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown•4.7
- TTomTampa / Central Florida West •5 reviews5.0Dined on Jun 17, 2025My favorite dish is cinghiale and theirs tasted like it does in Tuscany.More infoCinque Terre RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown•4.6
- AAlixHouston •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 16, 2025Great! Loved the cocktails, so many options! Service was fantasticMore infoDeep DivePrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.6
- SShannonSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews4.0Dined on Jun 8, 2025Drinks and appetizers were great. Entrees were so so. I probably won’t go back for dinner.More info2120Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Seattle include Salty's on Alki Beach, The Pink Door and Sushi Kashiba
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Seattle are Wild Ginger Downtown Seattle, a stir and Terra Plata
Bottomless brunch in Seattle is available at The George, Salty's on Alki Beach and The Pink Door
The most romantic restaurant in Seattle is Salty's on Alki Beach
Restaurants in Seattle with a great view include Duke's Seafood - Lake Union, Salty's on Alki Beach and Palisade