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1. The Pink Door
4.8
Exceptional(9185)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 174 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.
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2. La Fontana Siciliana
4.8
Exceptional(1744)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 52 times today
La Fontana Siciliana is a serene retreat in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Belltown, where the charm of Sicily comes alive. As you step into our enchanting courtyard, the soothing sound of a bubbling fountain and the tantalizing scent of Sicilian delicacies welcome you.We source our ingredients from premier local purveyors to craft the most exquisite Sicilian fare in Washington. Our kitchen, led by the talented Chef Antonio Torralba, promises an unforgettable culinary journey.Join us at La Fontana Siciliana for an authentic Sicilian experience, where every dish, glass of wine, and interaction is a testament to our dedication to excellence. PLEASE NOTE: While we can’t guarantee specific seating in our rooms or courtyard, rest assured that each space in La Fontana offers a unique experience, with seating allocated based on reservation timing and arrival order. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
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3. Palisade
4.5
Awesome(7870)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Magnolia
Booked 40 times today
Palisade has always had amazing elements. We've created a new range of dishes, updated the atmosphere, and rededicated ourselves to the best service in Seattle. These pieces add up to the best all occasion experience in town.
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4. Ada's Restaurant & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(549)
Price: Very Expensive
• Turkish • Phinney Ridge
Booked 6 times today
***OPEN FOR DINE-IN AND TAKE OUT***A chef-driven paradise wrapped in a small neighborhood vibe. Ada’s has been a staple in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood for years. However today, the new Ada’s is a creation stemmed from a lifelong dream of Executive Chef Ayhan Barlas. With a completely revised menu of American classics prepared with a European flair alongside Chef Ayhan’s native Turkish favorites, your senses will thank you!We are firm believers that the freshest ingredients create the best dishes, and that things that grow together, go together. So, in keeping with that mantra, we pride ourselves on using as many local purveyors as possible to best keep our dishes in line with the true spirit of the finest cuisine the Pacific Northwest has to offer.Here you'll find a modern, warm and romantic dining experience in an elegantly casual atmosphere. We also have a great bar and lounge area with a wonderful Happy Hour.When you dine with us, you’ll feel like part of the family.
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5. The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle
4.2
Awesome(191)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Downtown
Booked 7 times today
Palihotel Seattle is home to The Hart and The Hunter, our laid-back Americana diner featuring elevated diner classics and easygoing cocktails. Established in Los Angeles in 2012, this family-friendly and cheerful Pike market adjacent neighborhood spot offers crave-worthy dishes such as Smoked Corn Beef Hash, Griddled Sandwiches, Pie à la Mode, Savory or Sweet Waffles and other delights! Cocktails range from seasonal specialties to the classics done right.
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6. Pink Salt
4.4
Awesome(477)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • Magnolia
Booked 5 times today
Come experience the unique and varied cuisine of Peru, a fusion of many cultures and traditions including Incan, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and African. Our lounge offers traditional Pisco Sour alongside many other refreshing cocktails all while sitting in the glow of our pink salt wall. A great new addition to the Seattle restaurant scene. Great bar with unique, house made cocktails, extensive wine list and beer. Private dining and catering options are available upon request. Romantic dinners or small or larger group dining experiences welcome.
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7. The Grill From Ipanema
4.3
Awesome(2495)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 11 times today
AUTHENTIC BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSEThe Grill From Ipanema in Seattle is all about Rodízio, a popular Brazilian style of enjoying dinner among friends and a truly unique dining experience. Rodízio offers a wide variety of different cuts of grilled meats slowly roasted in specially designed charcoal grills. Served continuously by "passadores" or "gauchos" with food brought on skewers or carved to order tableside, servers make their rounds until guests can’t take another bite. Dining at The Grill From Ipanema also includes unlimited visits to the "mesa de frios" (cold table) for an array of cold cuts, cheeses, and exotic Brazilian specialties.
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8. Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union
4.6
Exceptional(687)
Price: Expensive
• Southeast Asian • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 23 times today
Wild Ginger has been a staple in the Seattle food scene since 1989 - serving authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, craft cocktails, and more. This location has a hip, modern vibe and an industrial feel complete with a large U-shaped bar, custom lighting, authentic artwork and décor (such as a beautiful multi-colored Indian wedding shawl), Indonesian wood and copper details, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an outdoor patio, and more. Both the bar and satay counter provide guests the opportunity to see all of the action unfold right in front of them. Enjoy dining outside this summer on our patio!
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9. Mondello Ristorante Italiano
4.6
Exceptional(489)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Magnolia
Booked 2 times today
Mondello Italian Restaurant in the beautiful Seattle neighborhood of Magnolia provides one of the most romantic, most authentic Italian dining experiences in Seattle. Mondello has beautiful pasta dishes, seafood & main courses, salads, zuppe & bruschette & antipasti dishes. Corino (owner) & Enza (chef) grew up in the vicinity of Mondello and they bring to Seattle their wonderful tradition of fresh seafood, homemade pasta & rich authentic Sicilian cuisine with all it's flair & joy of living. They have the life experience of fine cooking and appreciation & sensiblity of the Italian palate that allows them to create a dining experience reminiscent of being in Mondello, Sicily. No one fails to be entranced by Mondello's welcoming beauty and warm personality.Grazie Amici!
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10. Johnny Mo's Pizzeria
4.7
Exceptional(74)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 1 time today
Johnny Mo’s is more than a pizzeria. It’s a dream of two friends, John & Mo, who wanted to create a place where friends gather, families reunite, and everyday moments get celebrated. Our restaurant is born out of a lifelong friendship. We believe in treasuring our blessings, expanding our circles, and always pulling up another chair. Whether your pizza style is thin crust New York or deep dish Chicago, we hope our fresh ingredients dance in your mouth.

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