Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Capitol Hill / First Hill

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1. Oddfellows Cafe + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(165)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 43 times today

Oddfellows Café + Bar is an all-day, all-night café and bar that serves simple, fresh food influenced by New American dishes without pretense. Coffee to cocktails all day and all night featuring coffee from Middle Fork Roasters, elevated cocktails, a natural wine program and locally produced cider and beer. Known locally as “the Pike/Pine corridor’s living room”, Oddfellows is a large welcoming, inclusive space with a laid back vibe that welcomes all — morning to night.

2. Lark

4.6

Exceptional(1303)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to Lark, Seattle’s beloved fine-dining destination for 20 years, with New American cuisine from Chef John Sundstrom celebrating the bounty of the Pacific Northwest in a luxurious, comfortable atmosphere with impeccable, welcoming service. Visit our elegant space in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, easily accessible from Downtown Seattle, and experience our James Beard Award-winning food and hospitality.

3. NUE

new

4.7

Exceptional(8)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Capitol Hill

Booked 11 times today

Nue Seattle is a globally inspired street food restaurant on Capitol Hill, serving authentic, hard-to-find dishes from around the world since 2015. Favorites include Burmese Laphet Thoke, South African Bunny Chow, Romanian Mici, and Filipino silog breakfasts.Our menu changes often, highlighting street food from Asia, Africa, South America, and Eastern Europe. Each dish is made with fresh, local ingredients and prepared with cultural respect, not fusion.We're a laid-back, no-attitude spot open for brunch, lunch, and dinner.

4. Quinn's Pub

4.6

Exceptional(204)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 3 times today

At Quinn’s Pub we take traditions of the classic public house and raise them to new levels. We are community driven, quality focused, continual experiment in what it means to be a pub.Our food is refined takes on traditional pub fare, our bar carefully curated, and our space open to all.

5. mbar

4.4

Awesome(442)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 52 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.

6. Terra Plata

4.6

Exceptional(4302)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

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

Booked 43 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.

7. Firn

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4.5

Awesome(13)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Perched above Pioneer Square, Firn at Populus pairs skyline views with a creative and delicious cocktail menu. Drinks are ingredient focused, carefully concocted, and draw inspiration from the transitional nature of our environment and the concept of water and its transition through the phases of the water cycle. The food is a simple offering that compliments the cocktail program and designed to be enjoyed with friends. The food offerings are centered on the craft of preservation with a focus on capturing the region’s produce, meats and fish in peak season, then pickling, canning and preserving to serve throughout the year. With an open-air setting and a lively atmosphere, it’s the perfect destination for good drinks and great company. Firn welcomes guests 21-years and older.firn@populusseattle.com to make a reservation.

8. The George

4.5

Awesome(1303)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 29 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.

9. Ben Paris

4.4

Awesome(1240)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 57 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.

10. Westward

4.2

Awesome(1876)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Northwest • Wallingford

Booked 44 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....

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Jessica
Hawaii •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Love the food, the service and that view! Will definitely be back
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mbarPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Lake Union / Eastlake
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4.4
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ColleenVIP
West Virginia •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall an amazing experience. Service was impeccable as was the quality of the ingredients. The menu was presented and coursed out perfectly during service. Drinks were beautifully balanced and needed nothing extra. The affogato at the end was the perfect complement to finish off our meal and perfect for sharing!
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LarkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.6
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WistarVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •45 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
The food is so unique and delicious! Great for sharing. Some items can be quite spicy/hot so be careful. Get the Thai chilies on the side if you are not sure. Great drinks both NA and alcohol based.
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NUEPrice: Moderate• International• Capitol Hill
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4.7
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Donita
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
We had a group of 5 for lunch. We had an excellent experience, great food and drinks!! Highly recommend!!
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Oddfellows Cafe + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.7
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Pat
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 13, 2025
Excellent happy hour food and drinks, attentive smiling service.
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Quinn's PubPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.6

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