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FareStart Restaurant
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(1,439)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 catered events, Guest Chef Nights and other special dining experiences.
Our beloved Guest Chef Night pairs premier local chefs with FareStart students to create a three-course meal served by volunteers. These events occur on Thursday evenings, tickets are released a month in advance and reservations are needed. These events generally sell out quickly, so we recommend booking as soon as possible.
FareStart is a social enterprise nonprofit focused on job training and employment. Our restaurant and other food-based businesses serve as classrooms for students to gain culinary skills that prepare them for careers in and beyond the food service industry. Since 1992, we’ve helped more than 15,000 adults and youth work toward stability and economic mobility.The Tin Table
Price: Moderate•Northwest•5(637)The Tin Table and Century Ballroom, hidden away on the second floor of the historic Oddfellows building, has been a local institution for the past 27 years. Usually filled with bustling ballroom dancers and diners seeking mouth watering local fare.
GH Pasta & Pizza
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(143)Local eatery highlighting house extruded pasta, pizza, and familiar starters using seasonal & local ingredientsThe Shambles
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(136)We are a 21+ restaurant and bar. Founded in 2018 by Joel and Matthew and purchased in late 2022 by Becky and Jon, the vision remains the same: Old English pub vibes, high quality food.
We loved The Shambles from the minute we walked in and now we continue the heritage of what was created before us. On the food side: high quality steaks, cut in house. Cooks who have the freedom to create seasonal dishes ranging from foraged mushrooms to house made sausages. To go with your meal, we offer skillfully made, non-fussy cocktails, carefully selected wines, a plethora of beers, sours, and ciders on tap and a a robust non alcoholic selection. We top it all off with warm and knowledgeable service. At the Shambles, you can join us for a lovely date night, get together with friends OR choose to sit at the bar and get an ear full of cheesy jokes and unfiltered chatter We are serious about our service from top to bottom and we can’t wait to serve you!
Cora Pizza and Plates
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(56)Welcome to Cora Pizza & Plates, a neighborhood Italian restaurant in Seattle’s Capitol Hill featuring wood fired pizzas, heartening pastas, and seasonal vegetables and salads from James Beard Award-winning Chef John Sundstrom of Lark. Visit our rustic and cozy space, perfect for a date night or family dinner, and enjoy our refined but approachable plates, complemented by a curated wine list, batch cocktails and boozy slushies.Stanford's - Northgate
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(799)Stanford's is a classic American restaurant and bar focused on traditional ingredients with complex flavors. Our experienced restaurant team is eager to please and delight you with quintessential grill favorites, plus creative cocktails, local draft beers, and regional wines. Since 2006, we’ve been serving the greater Seattle area as a classic American restaurant and bar focused on traditional ingredients with complex flavors, and quintessential grill favorites. Whether you’re stopping by for a flavorsome dinner, casual lunch with friends, or enjoying our happy hour, guests from Northgate, Lake City, Pinehurst, Haller Lake, and beyond love pairing our delicious appetizers with steak, seafood, and pasta, alongside local beers, regional wines, and creative cocktails. We offer a welcoming atmosphere for both large groups and intimate dining. We look forward to serving you!
La Fontana Siciliana
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,748)La Fontana Siciliana is a serene retreat in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Belltown, where the charm of Sicily comes alive. As you step into our enchanting courtyard, the soothing sound of a bubbling fountain and the tantalizing scent of Sicilian delicacies welcome you.
We source our ingredients from premier local purveyors to craft the most exquisite Sicilian fare in Washington. Our kitchen, led by the talented Chef Antonio Torralba, promises an unforgettable culinary journey.
Join us at La Fontana Siciliana for an authentic Sicilian experience, where every dish, glass of wine, and interaction is a testament to our dedication to excellence.
PLEASE NOTE: While we can’t guarantee specific seating in our rooms or courtyard, rest assured that each space in La Fontana offers a unique experience, with seating allocated based on reservation timing and arrival order. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.Il Terrazzo Carmine
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,158)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
Vino At The Landing
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(498)Vino At The Landing is a fun, vibrant wine bar and retail wine shop located at The Landing in Renton. Whether you're looking for dinner and a glass of wine before a movie or after work, a nice bottle to take with you for a dinner party, or interested in tasting the latest vintage from a great Pacific Northwest producer, we hope you make Vino At The Landing your gathering place.
Our tapas style menu features signature items including Bruschetta, Vino Platter, White Truffle Popcorn, various salads, paninis, wraps, and pasta dishes.
We have a strong focus on hard to find artisan Northwest wines, weekly Thursday Night "Meet The Winemaker Tastings" and monthly wine education classes.La Vita E Bella
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(812)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. Thin pizzas are baked fresh for our mouthwatering customers. We have a large wine selection and many antipasto platters (appetizers) that are perfect for a quick drink and snack on the go. With a live accordion player, our restaurant has a romantic atmosphere and welcoming environment ideal for locals and tourists alike. Owner Giuseppe Forte strives to offer affordable cuisine that pops with flavor and value. He personally buys the groceries several times a week to insure the best 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!
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- CChristineSeattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoSuch a great experience! We had the beet salad, beef short ribs, and Greek Spaghetti. So delicious! And the made-to-order beignets for dessert. Heavenly! We will definitely eat here again.More infoLola SeattlePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown•4.7
- CchynaSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoFood was really good, calamari and octopus were very fresh and tender. Pork belly was the star of the show with a delicious sweet potato puree. Gnocchi and rack of lamb were also wonderful. Cocktails are worth the money there as they're crafted with incredible detail and attention to flavors.More info2120Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.7
- NNancyVIPAustin •17 reviews4.0Dined 5 days agoReally liked the octopus and the salmon. Service was excellent. I highly recommend and we are picky.More infoCinque Terre RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown•4.7
- EEllenSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoFabulous! All the hand rolls were fresh and deliciousMore infoBaroloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.7
- RRobbieVIPSeattle / Eastern Washington •48 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAnother great experience!! The food, service and ambiance was excellent! Great to catch up with friends and enjoy a delicious meal! Thank you!More infoAssaggioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown•4.8
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Seattle is special; that's why it's consistently been one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The unique culture of the city is deliciously demonstrated by its restaurant scene. Seattle offers thousands of distinctive dining options. Classic café fare offers a taste of home. Contemporary menus are rewritten seasonally to reflect locally sourced ingredients and chef innovations. For breakfast, try the wildly popular Dutch baby pancakes. For lunch, enjoy East Coast-inspired seafood like New England clam chowder and crab rolls. For dinner, embrace the spirit of Seattle at any of the many award-winning eateries. Even the steakhouses are revolutionary, offering rare beef with expert preparations.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Seattle include Wild Ginger Downtown Seattle, RockCreek Seafood & Spirits - Seattle and Salty's on Alki Beach
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, Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union and Salty's on Alki Beach
The most romantic restaurant in Seattle is Spinasse
Restaurants in Seattle with a great view include Duke's Seafood - Lake Union, Salty's on Alki Beach and Palisade