Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Downtown

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1. Wild Ginger Downtown Seattle

4.6

Exceptional(6458)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Downtown

Booked 53 times today

** Wild Ginger - Downtown The food at Wild Ginger spans the Pacific Rim from China to Indonesia. We pride ourselves on offering traditional dishes from these distinctive regions and insist on house-made ingredients. Chefs make spicy chili sambals, fresh coconut milk, delicate egg noodles, and our pungent oyster sauce all from scratch. To achieve the sublime flavors of the East, there is no substitute for the time-honored customs of these rich and ancient cultures.

2. Cafe Campagne

4.7

Exceptional(3131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 29 times today

The Heart of France in the Heart of Pike Place Market. Established in 1994, A classic Parisian cafe in the heart of Pike Place Market, Café Campagne has been cultivating regulars and pleasing out of town guests since it first opened its doors. Located on the charming Post Alley, it is the perfect spot to watch the world go by. We offer a dining experience that is exceptional in traditional food & wine, and comfortable in ambiance and service.

3. Place Pigalle

4.7

Exceptional(1495)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 39 times today

Located in the heart of Pike Place Market in Downtown Seattle, just behind the famous fish throwers, Place Pigalle offers an intimate dining experience with stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountain Range.Reservation Policies:-Parties of 5 or more: Must call to reserve.-Outdoor seating: Please call to request; we will note your preference but cannot guarantee it.-Tables are seated on a first-come, first-served basis; specific tables cannot be reserved.-Delays: Please notify us promptly to hold your table for up to 15 minutes.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(2557)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Seattle, WA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

5. Rider

4.1

Excellent(611)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Grill • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

RIDER celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest by working closely with small, local, family-owned farms, ranches, fishermen, foragers, vineyards, and craftsmen. We strive to offer fresh, unique ingredients that showcase the region that we love.

6. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(9324)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 215 times today

The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.

7. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3889)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 42 times today

We recommend making a reservation however, we have some counter seats available on a first come first serve basis for walk-ins. There could be a waitlist so come early!Cascina Spinasse is offering in-house dining seven days a week. Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 10pm. Friday & Saturday 5pm - 11pm.

8. Lola Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(4329)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 83 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.

9. Firn

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4.7

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 40 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.

10. Barolo

4.6

Exceptional(2878)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Please note that we do not take happy hour reservations. Online reservations can be made for our lunch or dinner menu For more large party availability, please call the restaurant or visit our website for more information. Barolo Ristorante, located in the heart of downtown Seattle, offers old-world northern Italian dishes crafted with a contemporary presentation, using natural and organic products and ingredients, many from the Pacific Northwest. The wine list includes more than 400 notable labels and varietals from around the world, specializing in Italian selections. The restaurant also hosts a lively bar offering specialty cocktails, grappa, and late night dining. Barolo’s smart Italian style is represented by lush textures, fabrics and ornamental design trends, merged with warm and comfortable accessories like hanging glass chandeliers over a large communal table, dark wood finishes and an abundance of flickering candlelight.

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SusanVIP
West Virginia •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server was great. He was very knowledgeable about the food and cocktails. He was attentive and helped to make our evening memorable. The menu is very interesting and our meals were delicious. A wonderful restaurant.
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Wild Ginger Downtown SeattlePrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown
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4.6
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JohnVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Jason did a tremendous job making our evening perfect - food was perfect
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - SeattlePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.7
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LeslieVIP
Jackson Hole / Wyoming •59 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Conveniently located to Pike’s Place and our hotel. The food was delicious and the service was friendly and prompt.
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Cafe CampagnePrice: Expensive• French• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.7
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DonVIP
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2025
Tina & Julian were very friendly and welcoming. The food and service were excellent!
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Place PigallePrice: Expensive• French• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.7
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DougVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
The food was scrumptious, creative, innovative and perfectly prepared! The service was superb providing excellent advice and counsel. Attentive to our needs. We loved the Chilean Sea Bass (Patagonian Toothfish)!
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RiderPrice: Expensive• Grill• Downtown
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4.1

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