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1. Shuckers
4.7
Exceptional(2587)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 13 times today
Boasting the beautifully carved oak paneling and unique tin ceiling of the haberdashery it once was in the 1930s, Shuckers is one of Seattle's oldest and most preeminent oyster bars.
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2. Messina
4.1
Excellent(351)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Queen Anne
Booked 23 times today
Messina Modern Italian Kitchen, located just a few steps away from the iconic Climate Pledge Arena, combines modern Italian cuisine with the distinct flavors of the Pacific Northwest. We are all about creating unforgettable experiences for family dinners, a romantic date night, or celebrating and watching a game. We include a 22% service charge on all guest checks to offer competitve, above-industry standard wages for all our staff.
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3. The Capital Grille - Seattle
4.8
Exceptional(3998)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 62 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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4. Alder & Ash
4.0
Excellent(295)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 31 times today
Alder & Ash is redefining the modern Pacific Northwest Bar & Grill. A casual, elevated modern brasserie serving seasonal cuisine from the Pacific Northwest with worldwide influences using local products and producers.Join Executive Chef Jason Stratton on a journey through the flavors and dishes that make this region so unique. Open seven days a week, Alder & Ash is located at the corner of 7th and Pike in downtown Seattle. Right in the heart of the Central Business District, Alder & Ash is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a late night cocktail.Breakfast is offered daily from 6am to 10:30am, followed by lunch from 11am to 3pm, happy hour from 4pm to 6pm and dinner from 5pm to 10pm.
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5. Assaggio
4.8
Exceptional(4050)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 50 times today
Treat yourself with the sensational pleasures of fine Italian wine and food while marveling at the Michelangelo-inspired artwork.
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6. Daniel's Broiler - Downtown Seattle
4.4
Awesome(659)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
Located on the second floor of the Hyatt Regency Seattle, guests enjoy downtown views, traditional steakhouse favorites and an award-winning wine list. A 20% service charge is included. 100% of this service charge is retained by Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. We strive to be an employer of choice and our servers are paid a base wage and a separate commission based on their sales. Additional gratuity is not expected and purely optional. If you have any questions please ask to speak with a member of management.
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7. Tulio
4.7
Exceptional(4138)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 24 times today
* Authentic Cuisine: From Northern Italy to Seattle*Since its inception, Tulio has been a regular on restaurant awards lists, thanks in no small part to Chef Walter Pisano, whose cooking is inspired as much by his travels through the Old World as his Italian roots. Tulio’s dishes are simple yet sophisticated, combining rustic Italian preparations with local ingredients to create bold flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. Recognizing that our guests have different tastes and dining preferences, we proudly offer several gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian dishes on each of our daily menus. If you have any food allergies or other special requests, please let us know.**EVENTS***Winemaker Dinners: See our Instagram for upcoming winemaker dinners in the intimate Solaio dining room.Jazz Brunch: Sundays from 11am-2pm with Shawn Schlogel.Aperitivo: Join us on weekdays from 4pm-5pm for salumi, cheese boards, and unique glass pour specials!
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8. Raccolto
4.7
Exceptional(1303)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • West Seattle/Alki
Booked 10 times today
Chef Brian Clevenger's second restaurant, located in the Junction in West Seattle, on California Ave just north of Genesee. The focus again is on fresh product, served simply. The menu is Italian inspired, and focuses on locally and sustainably-harvested produce and seafood

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  • Gabriela
    New York City •1 review
    4.0
    Dined today
    The food was delicious, the waiter who served us was a little careless, he didn't offer bread service and didn't seem to be very attentive at his job last night, I would return to this place for the quality of the food but not for the attention of its employees.
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    AssaggioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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    4.8
  • LisaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    The hostess was lovely and helped us get a great table by the window. Server was knowledgeable. Food was delicious. Great experience!
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    ShuckersPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.7
  • MarshaVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent dinner, wish they were open for lunch/brunch.
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    MessinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Queen Anne
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    4.1
  • Darrell
    Portland / Oregon •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Everything was, in the words of my friend Goldilocks, just right—classy without trying too hard. attentive and friendly service without being overbearing. The steak lunch was everything I like—perfectly tender, juicy, and cooked exactly how I like it along with some duck fat fries and starting with a creamy clam chowder that hit the spot. Definitely coming back for another lunch soon.
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    The Capital Grille - SeattlePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Christian
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 4, 2025
    Awesome, everything perfect, great place for lunch when at conferences at Convention center
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    Alder & AshPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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