Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Magnolia

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EastsideSeattle

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BellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketCapitol HillCapitol Hill / First HillDowntownFremont

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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73 restaurants available nearby

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1. The George

4.5

Awesome(1300)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining destination led by Director of Culinary Eraj Jayawickreme. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu within a high-design space, marking a new era for this historic hotel's iconic dining room. The menu celebrates local, seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts. Savor Pacific Northwest flavors with the freshest seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce. The George pays homage to the historic Georgian Room, a Seattle icon since 1924. Designed by renowned Spanish studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán, the space blends history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, Art Deco chandeliers, and marble floors enhance the ambiance, while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors and original Palladian windows complete the vision. With a private dining room and semi-private enclaves, The George is perfect for groups and special occasions.Restaurant & Bar Design Awards: Best Design, Americas, 2023.

2. Westward

4.3

Awesome(1865)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Northwest • Wallingford

Booked 36 times today

Waterfront dining on the north shore of Lake Union, featuring outdoor fire pit, cheery beachside seating, sustainable seafood, and imaginative marine fare of the Pacific Coast-- including a variety of fresh, local oysters.Arrive by foot, vehicle, boat, kayak or tie up to our dock.We have a limited number of tables available for reservations inside in our dining room for parties of 8 or less. Weather permitting, we do our best to move reservations to outside when desired. For larger parties, we also offer a semi-private dining room that can accommodate up to 12 guests. We look forward to hosting you at Westward! We hope to see you soon. Until we meet at the table....

3. Lola Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(4323)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 69 times today

Rustic Mediterranean cuisine at Lola, another in the Tom Douglas family of exceptional downtown restaurants. Don’t miss our hearty breakfasts including eggs benedict and pancakes with sausage, ouzo sizzling kebabs, or our grilled to order pita breads brought to us fresh from our own Dahlia bread bakery right across the street and served with house made spreads. Located in the heart of the bustling Belltown neighborhood, Lola offers the perfect urban dining experience in it’s upbeat environment, just minutes from downtown shopping and theatre to the south and great music and night life to the north on fourth avenue. We’re committed to a green community, composting 75% of waste and supporting our local growers.

4. Terra Plata

4.6

Exceptional(4293)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 38 times today

Terra Plata is James Beard award winning Chef Tamara Murphy's "Earth to Plate" concept. It is the result of her love for creative and delicious plates inspired by the seasons and made possible by our local growers & artisan producers.

5. Ben Paris

4.5

Awesome(1233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

6. mbar

4.4

Awesome(433)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 37 times today

Please note that booking a standard or bar reservation will not automatically guarantee seating on the patio. Thank you for your understanding. Large party reservations (groups 12-20) can be booked under the "experiences" section. If you have any questions or don't see what you're looking for, please email rez@mbarseattle.commbar is a modern restaurant with stunning views of South Lake Union and the Seattle skyline. We are proud to feature a dynamic contemporary art collection, cuisine showcasing the exceptional talent of Chef Alexus Williams paired with kind and warm service. mbar begins in the foyer of 400 Fairview at Ground Control. A host will check you in and then a private elevator whisks you up to the 14th floor to begin your mbar experience.

7. Joule

4.7

Exceptional(1454)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wallingford

Booked 28 times today

Joule, the first restaurant from celebrated husband and wife cooking team Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi, is re-located in October, 2012 to the innovative, newly developed the Fremont Collective in Seattle’s Wallingford/Fremont neighborhood. From its original opening in 2007, Joule has cultivated a loyal dining fan base and captured the attention of an admiring local and national media captivated by the couple’s unique, modern perspective on Korean cuisine. Joule, the mature sibling to Yang and Chirchi’s restaurant, Revel, highlights Korea’s love of beef featuring unconventional cuts accompanied by distinctive and shareable side dishes.Joule takes reservations for 1.75-3 hour time slots (depending on party size). We do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible and ask that you are considerate of other diners at the end of your meal. If you feel that your party requires more time, please let us know in the notes and we will get back to you with our available accommodations.

8. Shuckers

4.8

Exceptional(2594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 21 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.

9. Palace Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 11 times today

Palace Kitchen offers an open kitchen concept to allow guests to watch the chefs at work. Settle in for dinner at one of the booths or our horseshoe shaped bar with low, intimate lighting and enjoy fresh, seasonal food that is served late into the night. Diners at Palace Kitchen love the whole trout, rotisserie chicken and burger royale that are grilled over the apple wood grill in house.Palace Kitchen offers late night dining with a full menu until 12:00am. Our King Boletus Parlor and Chanterelle Rooms offer private dining for groups of up to either 16 guests or up to 20 guests.

10. Messina

4.2

Awesome(359)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Queen Anne

Booked 17 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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MelissaH
Seattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The freshest of shellfish (oysters) and a delicious garden salad. The bread plate slathered with butter was delicious. The drinks were a little off (Last Word and Paloma), much better at Walrus & Carpenter. Service was efficient and attentive.
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WestwardPrice: Expensive• Northwest• Wallingford
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4.3
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Sue
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We were a party of 9. Excellent service and amazing food. Enjoyed by all.
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Terra PlataPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.6
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FrankVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
An all round wonderful experience- a beautiful setting, delicious food and a really attentive, personable server who really enhanced the special occasion!
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The GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.5
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GailVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Go to neighborhood restaurant for breakfast. Never disappoints. Consistently enjoy quality food and excellent service.
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Lola SeattlePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.7
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margaretVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I love it here. Listen to the poscast about the restaurant online through the Friends of the Market. There's a very interesting history.
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Ben ParisPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.5

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