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1. The George
4.5
Awesome(1302)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 20 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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2. Starbucks Reserve® Seattle Roastery
4.5
Awesome(50)
Price: Expensive
• Café • Capitol Hill
Booked 27 times today
Witness the art, science and theater of coffee craft and artisanal baking at Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Seattle. Enjoy thought-provoking, educational offerings in our one-of-a-kind shrine to all things coffee. *This restaurant requires a credit card to secure this reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to a charge of $20 per person.
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3. Spinasse
4.8
Exceptional(3889)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 44 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.
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4. Il Terrazzo Carmine
4.8
Exceptional(4197)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pioneer Square
Booked 83 times today
Il Terrazzo Carmine, owned and operated by Carmine Smeraldo, is one of Seattle's true dining anomalies - a highly successful restaurant with unfailingly high standards and a loyal, sophisticated clientele. The cuisine has been acclaimed as Seattle's best by the media and more importantly, by local diners. Il Terrazzo Carmine is located in historic Pioneer Square - nestled in an urban-renewed alley with entrances through the vintage lobby on First Avenue or through the delightful courtyard in the back. Since 1984, Carmine Smeraldo's classic Italian restaurant has been where the locals have chosen to return over and over again. From the Carpaccio Di Bue and Spaghettini Dell 'Ortolano for lunch to the Suprema Di Pollo Farcita and Zuppa Di Pesce for dinner you will know you have gone to a place where excellence is a way of life. Arguably the best Italian restaurant in Seattle, Il Terrazzo serves classical Italian cuisine with an atmosphere you may want to call home and never leave
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5. Firn
new
4.7
Exceptional(7)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 45 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.
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6. Lark
4.5
Awesome(1300)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 16 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.
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7. mbar
4.5
Awesome(438)
Price: Expensive
• Lebanese • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 44 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.
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8. Deep Dive
4.6
Exceptional(365)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 14 times today
Renee Erickson’s Deep Dive: eat and drink inside of an art installation turned cocktail lounge within the iconic Spheres. Expect timeless, thought-provoking, and original cocktails, alongside refined plates, and an exceptional spirits selection. Deep Dive is a modern classic, inspired by marquee hotel bars the world over. Our kitchen will accommodate orders until our last seating each evening.No Minors - strictly 21+. Elevated attire encouraged, but not required. All parties MUST bring a valid, physical I.D. - pictures will NOT be accepted.Please be advised that a reservation does not guarantee specific seating arrangements - no distinction is made between tables or bar seats.As we are an intimate space, we kindly request that inquires for parties larger than 6 people be directed to events@eatseacreatures.comWe look forward to hosting you in Deep Dive! Until we meet, beneath the surface....
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9. Westward
4.3
Awesome(1866)
Price: Expensive
• Northwest • Wallingford
Booked 47 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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10. Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Olympic
4.7
Exceptional(386)
Price: Very Expensive
• Afternoon Tea • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
Join us in the Fairmont Olympic Lobby Lounge for Centennial Afternoon Tea, celebrating 100 years of timeless elegance. Enjoy tea Fridays from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. Savor traditional favorites and iconic menu items spanning decades, including our signature scones, roasted NY strip sandwiches, Olivier egg salad on crostini, fresh cucumber on sourdough, red velvet cake, chocolate tarts, and more. The experience is $79 per person or $45 for children 12 and under, featuring a special Little Kings and Queens Menu. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available. Price excludes tax, gratuity, and valet parking. For parties of eight or more, please email PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com.

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  • Oscar
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent choices for food, very well prepared, and very friendly and active service. A little noisy, but it is to be expected these days.
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    The GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.5
  • Matt
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food and service are always amazing there! We had a large group. Each of us had something different and everyone enjoyed their meal.
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    Il Terrazzo CarminePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pioneer Square
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    4.8
  • Greg
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great place! Rooftop Bar is fabulous! Great drinks too!
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    FirnPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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    4.7
  • Tanya
    Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We did the tour and taste. Nick was our tour guide. He was spectacular and enthusiastic. He opened my eyes to cold brewing my coffee at home. The pastries were delicious. I had their hazelnut cornetta which is basically a hazelnut stuffed croissant and I also have their almond croissant. Those two were absolutely delicious. The cannoli that I had I did not like. They also serve pizza so I tried the Margarita Pizza. The first slice they brought out to me or block I should say only a corner of it at cheese on it. So they brought me a new block that was completely covered in cheese. I wanted to try there ube espresso martini but I'm allergic to Coconut so I couldn't have it and they didn't have a non-coconut containing ube espresso Martini that I wanted to try so I got the whiskey cloud instead which was tasty
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    Starbucks Reserve® Seattle RoasteryPrice: Expensive• Café• Capitol Hill
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    4.5
  • MartaVIP
    New York City •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 17, 2025
    Fantastic! 2nd visit in 6 yrs. Could be the best Italian in the US!
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    SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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    4.8

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