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1. Nirmal's
4.5
Awesome(192)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Pioneer Square
Booked 8 times today
Nirmal’s is the culmination of over 30 years of culinary experience of Chef Nirmal Monteiro, our five-star chef. His lifelong dream is realized in this restaurant, showcasing his talents and inspired by great traditions of Indian food, yet re-imagined with the influences of his global culinary journey.Chef Nirmal combines fresh local ingredients from the Pacific Northwest with traditional ingredients and spices from across India. The tastes are at once familiar, yet new and exciting. Prepare for a dining experience with diversity and subtlety of flavors not available in any other Indian restaurant!At Nirmal’s, we believe that dining is more than just great food; it is the whole experience! Great food, great ambiance, excellent service, and sense of community are our mission.
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2. Tapas Angel
4.9
Exceptional(2)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Pioneer Square
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to Tapas Angel, a haven for food and wine enthusiasts. Founded in 2023, our mission is to share our experience and affection for Iberian-style small plates and Pan-Latin culinary creations.This establishment was created to celebrate our shared love for food, wine, and cultural experiences, welcoming everyone regardless of their beliefs, ideologies, or personal backgrounds. We are particularly passionate about the culinary traditions of the Iberian Peninsula and Pan-Latin regions.This "Angel" of gastronomic delight invites you to this special place to embrace the universal truth that food and wine have the power to unite us all.Visit the angelic oasis located in the heart of Pioneer Square in Seattle.
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3. Sushi Kashiba
4.8
Exceptional(1002)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 52 times today
Sushi Kashiba is Seattle's destination for Japanese fine dining at its highest level. Located next to historic Pike Place Market. Take a coveted seat at the Omakase sushi bar, where you just might find multi-James Beard Award nominated Chef Shiro Kashiba holding court.Most guests order one of Sushi Kashiba's chef curated sushi dinners. The mix of fresh local fish as well as delicacies from Japan and around the world will satisfy the palette of seasoned sushi fans as well as new entrants into the sushi world. We also feature à la carte items like agedashi tofu, oysters on the half shell and Chef Kashiba's New York Times featured black cod kasuzuke. Welcome to Sushi Kashiba.
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4. Terra Plata
4.6
Exceptional(4321)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 53 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.
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5. The George
4.5
Awesome(1310)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 36 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.
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6. COMMUNION
4.7
Exceptional(213)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Downtown
Booked 46 times today
COMMUNION is a place where you feel seen. A place that feels like comfort, rest, relief, and peace. Our mission is to provide the food, the familiarity, and the intimacy that make you feel at home.Chef Kristi Brown has spooned her way through the culinary industry for the past 28 years. Starting at a small café in downtown Seattle, Kristi has done just about everything from dishwasher/prep cook to running her own catering business for nearly a decade. From the beginning, her vision was to focus on the art and experience of food through culinary activism. A purpose powered by her mantra, “Everybody’s Gotta Eat!” Chef Kristi desires to build community through the cultivation of fresh food and fine cooking.
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7. Place Pigalle
4.7
Exceptional(1521)
Price: Expensive
• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 26 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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8. Momiji Capitol Hill
4.8
Exceptional(1861)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 61 times today
Momiji is a hand-crafted Japanese restaurant located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Our menu features sushi, omakase and other traditional Japanese foods prepared from great Northwest ingredients. Our courtyard will be an oasis in the bustling neighborhood.
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9. Sugo Hand Roll Bar
4.5
Awesome(36)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 37 times today
Born in Seattle near the heart of historic Pike Place Market, SUGO is Seattle’s first dedicated hand roll bar. Our handrolls meet at the intersection of the freshest seafood from the Pacific Northwest and Tokyo, fluffy Koshihikari rice, and the crispiest nori this side of Japan.We believe in sourcing our sustainable seafood responsibly so we work closely with local fishmongers who share our commitment to ocean health, ensuring that every bite supports healthy ecosystems and vibrant fisheries. The open-style temaki allows guests to enjoy a wide variety of flavors, in fun-to-eat and visually tempting bites. SUGO aims to reimagine the Seattle sushi experience by taking inspiration and paying homage to the preparation and quality of traditional Japanese sushi but introducing new fusion flavors and incorporating various other Asian and West Coast flavors.Whether you’re a seasoned sushi aficionado or a curious newcomer, come join us and experience the magic of hand rolls.
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10. Palace Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(612)
Price: Expensive
• American • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 12 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.

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