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Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in South of Seattle

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in South 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!


A photo of Hood Canalé restaurant
4.8
4.8 (26)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Union
About the restaurant
Hood Canale' is a unique Wine & Beer bar offering a retail wine shop as well. The bar, garden and waterfront areas serve Napolitano-style wood-fired pizza and charcuterie platters and more. Come in and try our signature Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp Pizza and pair it with one of our 800 bottles of champagne or wine from around the world. Set on the beautiful Hood Canal, there's nothing like enjoying a great glass of wine and watching the seals or salmon go by. We hope to see you soon.. We are 21 and over and we do not accept pets. Take out is available and wait times will vary during peak hours for the restaurant. Thank you.
Top review
Nicole
Dined on Oct 17, 2024
You can see the brick pizza oven being stocked while you wait for your order. The quality and variety of toppings was amazing - seasonal options & traditional. The ambience was casual & inviting, nothing pretentious & the staff were attentive, friendly & never rushed you . We happened to eat there on open mic night & weren't sure what to expect, but the volume was perfect, the sound check was perfect for the small venue. We went back for a second night because we had trouble choosing which menu items to try on the first visit! Would have no hesitation in recommending this little gem!
A photo of Grazie Ristorante - Southcenter/Tukwila restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1914)
$31 to $50
Italian
Tukwila
About the restaurant
We are an authentic Italian restaurant featuring wines and foods from the different regions of Italy. A remarkable aspect that sets our restaurants apart is our employees are taken to Italy for education in Italian food and wine knowledge. Our servers are personable and also educated to help you with your dining selections. We take no shortcuts with our food and make everything on our menu from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients and imported products. When you step inside the door of our restaurant our goal is to take your senses on a culinary journey to Italia.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Once again, a wonderful meal at Grazie. They never disappoint- unless you don't have a reservation on a happening night,
A photo of Duke's Seafood - Southcenter restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1086)
$30 and under
Seafood
Tukwila
About the restaurant
Duke's Restaurant Southcenter, located in Tukwila at the south end of The Westfield Mall, is an upscale casual Pacific Northweset seafood restaurant offering signature, flavorful, 100% sustainable wild seafood, Award Winning Chowder, and grass-fed burgers in a gathering place that is friendly, comfortable, unpretentious, and filled with personality. We only source all-natural, healthful ingredients. Duke's food is free of hormones, antibiotics, and free of harmful chemicals. Guests sum up their favorable assessment of what Duke's has to offer with three words: It’s so good! Great Fish Tacos, Wild Halibut & Salmon, Salads and amazing sandwiches.

Please note: We do not accept reservations for the outdoor deck seating. First come, first serve. Please feel free to designate outdoor seating as your preference when making a reservation or checking in and we'll do our best to see you on our patio.

Top review
Eric
Dined 2 days ago
Bar tender was awesome. Hostess was awesome. Manager even was awesome.
A photo of Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2189)
$31 to $50
Northwest
Seatac
About the restaurant
Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar is a Northwest gathering spot serving seasonally-inspired farm-to-table cuisine. Our team is committed to sustainable practices that bring the season's bounty to your table. We hand select products from small local farms, fishermen, ranchers and artisans to curate all our menus. Arrive early and experience a seasonal cocktail or glass of Washington State wine in Copperleaf Bar! Come see why Copperleaf Restaurant is a quintessentially Northwest experience.

Table reservations for the patio are honored based on request and availability at the time of arrival; due to the frequently changing weather circumstances of the Seattle area and the popularity of our outdoor dining spaces, we are unable to guarantee reservations for the patio.


Top review
Rami
Dined 6 days ago
We tried the salmon bagel and the salmon omelette, and let me tell you, they were absolutely incredible! The salmon omelette was the best I’ve ever had, and the bagel was the best salmon bagel I’ve ever had. I’d definitely come back here again!
A photo of Duke's Seafood - Kent Station restaurant
4.7
4.7 (781)
$30 and under
Seafood
Kent
About the restaurant
Duke's Kent Seafood Restaurant is an upscale casual Pacific Northwest restaurant & bar offering signature, flavorful, 100% sustainable wild seafood, Award Winning Chowder and grass fed burgers in a gathering place that is friendly, comfortable, unpretentious and filled with personality. We only source all natural, healthful ingredients. Duke's food is free of hormones, antibiotics and free of harmful chemicals. Guests sum up their favorable assessment of what Duke's has to offer with three words: It’s so good! Duke's in Kent is a locals favorite, perfect for grabbing a drink at the bar, lunch, dinner, outdoor dining or dinner with the family or group of friends.
Top review
Waynevip
Dined 3 days ago
Great as always. We have been dining at Duke's for years. We used to go to the original Duke's on Queen Anne and it has been consistently excellent.
A photo of Paolo's Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1282)
$30 and under
Italian
Kent
About the restaurant
For more than 20 years, Paolo’s has been bringing the taste of Italy to Kent. Paul Raftis founded the restaurant after growing up learning to cook along side his mother, Darlene Raftis. He enjoys the open kitchen he can chat with guests as he works. He never tires of hearing "It smells so good in here!" As a marathoner, he is living proof that that you can eat Italian and be healthy. In fact, one of his signature dishes, "Fettucine Paolo" was featured in Runner's World magazine. "It's one of the dishes I developed, it has no cream in it, no butter." It's a delicious pasta dish that utilizes olive oil, garlic, chicken stock, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, and chicken. So whether it's bruschetta, cioppino, pizza, or spaghetti and meatballs, Paul thanks each of you for choosing to dine here.
Top review
Michael
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
Excellent dining experience as always! Quality, fresh ingredients. The Italian Onion Soup is THE BOMB!
A photo of Anthony's HomePort - Des Moines restaurant
4.5
4.5 (3838)
$30 and under
Seafood
Des Moines
About the restaurant
We are a locally-owned, waterfront restaurant dedicated to giving our guests a truly Northwest dining experience. Anthony’s has earned the reputation for the finest fresh seafood, perfectly prepared and expertly served with an uncompromising commitment to quality and value. We feature fresh seasonal and sustainable fish and shellfish from our own seafood company accompanied by Northwest wines and micro brews as well our "Best of the Season" produce featured in our house-made desserts, salads, entrees, and beverages. Anthony’s in Des Moines features a lovely panoramic view of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Open daily for lunch with a casual style no reservation necessary restaurant on the first floor featuring seafood, pastas, salads, burgers and fish tacos.
Top review
Jen
Dined 5 days ago
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our dinner for my daughter’s birthday celebration. We had the nicest waitress and our food was delicious. It it always a special treat to dine out at Anthony’s in Des Moines. Thank you,
A photo of Smoke & Cedar Steakhouse restaurant
4.6
4.6 (271)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Auburn
About the restaurant
Located on top of the all-new Muckleshoot Casino Resort tower in the heart of the bountiful Pacific Northwest. Smoke & Cedar will be among one of the country's leading steakhouses, dedicated to providing excellent guest service, fine libations, prime steaks and the best seafood the PNW has to offer. This one-of-a-kind restaurant in Washington commands 270-degree views of Mt. Rainier, the Puget Sound and both the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges.

Smoke & Cedars menu is updated seasonally to best showcase ingredients collected by foragers from the farmers markets, regional farms, and other artisan purveyors. The soul of the restaurant quite literally extends through its decor to spectacular views, complimenting a menu that conveys the sentiment that quality procured ingredients-are better appreciated on a beautiful plate in an approachable but elegant setting.

Bon appétit!

Top review
Vince
Dined 3 days ago
Reservation was easy and they manage to give best table near the fire place with rose petals and birthday card for my Partner We ordered: Wedge Salad 16 oz rib eye Potato puree Truffle tortellini Soda Complimentary moos, moosh dessert and bonbons
A photo of Sharps RoastHouse restaurant
4.5
4.5 (172)
$30 and under
Barbecue
Seatac
About the restaurant
Sharps RoastHouse has been voted one of the best Seatac restaurants. We are a local restaurant and bar next door to Seatac Airport (Seattle International Airport), just outside of Seattle. We offer scratch American Cuisine, fine crafted cocktails and Northwest wine and beer. Our custom roasting works showcases our 12-hour Hereford Prime Rib, Applewood Smoked St Louis Ribs and spit fired organic rotisserie chicken. Perfect for a quick bite before a flight or layover or after picking up a hungry friend from a long day of traveling.
Top review
Walter
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent service from Tahji as he assisted with detail on menu and provided assistance in ordering correct portions. When order was delayed, he kept us updated on the order status.
A photo of Muckleshoot Restaurant restaurant
4.2
4.2 (66)
$30 and under
American
Auburn
About the restaurant
The diverse, flavorful menu of Muckleshoot Restaurant includes favorites like the Seafood Louie Salad and 12 oz. NY Strip Steak.

Carrying on the traditional Muckleshoot ways of cooking salmon, we are proud to offer traditional salmon dinners utilizing locally sourced alder wood and Pacific Coast wild salmon. Cooked over an open flame, the traditional method of low heat and smoke enhances the salmon flavor while preserving freshness and texture. Available in individual (8 oz. fillet with two sides, $29) or family style (2 1/2 pounds with one pound of corn and red potatoes, $95) presentations. Offered Friday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Plus, don't forget to check out the baked goodness inside our pastry display. Enjoy a wide assortment of pastries, from croissants to brownies, baked fresh daily and available for in-room dining or to-go orders.

Top review
Rhonda
Dined on Oct 20, 2024
Food was great,waitress was my on top of things. Prices were good.
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