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Lark, Seattle, WA
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Lark

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$31 to $50
Contemporary American
952 East Seneca St, Seattle, WA 98122

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
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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Executive chef: John Sundstrom

From the OpenTable editors: Lark has been the fine-dining star of Capitol Hill for more than 20 years, and the food and gracious hospitality combined make it easy to see why. Chef John Sundstrom is a James Beard Award Winner for Best Chef: Northwest, and whether you go for the four-course tasting or a la carte, his menu captures the wild region: foraged maitake mushrooms in a ragu, wild King salmon with potato pavé, and creme brulée cake with local berries.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Northwest, Organic
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill / First Hill
  • Cross street
    10th Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking is available at metered spots on nearby streets, as well as at local pay lots. The most convenient garage is located on Broadway between the Silver Cloud Hotel and The Garage billiard hall.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,291 people are saying

Lark reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

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Lark offers an exquisite dining experience with "exceptional service" and "phenomenal food." The atmosphere beautifully balances cozy and upscale. Highlights include the "unforgettable tasting menu" and "exquisite wine selection." While slightly pricey, Lark is ideal for special occasions, showcasing "creative cuisine" in an elegant setting.

1,291 Reviews
  1. Scott VIP

    Central Coast7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great night out for my daughter's birthday. Thank you!

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  2. Case

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good upscale restaurant experience. Our server was pleasant and helpful, and the food was excellent, beginning to end. With a tab of about $400 for a party of three, I was not happy to see an added 4% "service charge" that specified 100% was for management, in other words, not a tip for the server. I'm not a fan of these charges: please restaurants, just charge the prices on the menu you need to charge and skip the hidden fees. The manager cheerfully took the charge off the bill at my request.

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  3. Josh

    Baltimore7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ll start by saying the service was top tier, and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Unfortunately, the food fell very flat. We had the unagi, of which the skin was so chewy it was completely inedible. The cocktails were ok, but at $22 each felt extremely overpriced. Our waitress was wonderful and very kindly removed the unagi from our bill, again speaking to the wonderful service and attentiveness. While it’s possible we received a one-off lackluster dish, I don’t think I’d recommend Lark to any travelers coming through the Seattle area.

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  4. Marrok

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went here for a date and in terms of ambience, if you can, sit in the upstairs dining area. The food was AMAZING and the service was very good. Money well spent and I highly recommend eating here at least once.

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  5. Alan and Rajia VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is welcoming. Waiter Carlo is knowledgeable and conscientious. Hostess is sweet with a long history at Lark. Chefs are outstanding. Food is well-conceived and perfectly prepared.

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  6. Jayson VIP

    Seattle19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s been several years since our last visit and I am kicking myself for that. We had a great booth by the front window and started off with some house cocktails that were fantastic. Next was a dozen oysters followed by the 4 course tasting menu including the “special” pasta (a spot prawn spaghetti with just a hint of sauce). While all dishes were executed perfectly, the duck breast was by far our favorite. The tasting wine pairing was matched absolutely perfectly with each course. Kudos to our server Carlo and all of the FOH staff who kept the table spotless, the waters filled, and the service top notch. I’ll not let 6 years go by again and am looking forward to bringing my whole family this summer.

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  7. Abby VIP

    Atlanta1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was so close to being exceptional but was bland in some instances. A little more guidance from the staff would’ve gone along way.

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  8. ethan VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Anna, Steven and the whole crew took amazing care to see we had a table sitting next to each other rather than across. Gave us great info on selections and the food was just amazing.

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  9. Niko

    Seattle2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, had a lovely birthday celebration. Food was delicious!

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  10. paul

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An Unforgettable Dining Experience at Lark From the moment we walked in, everything at Lark was absolute perfection. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and upscale, with thoughtful touches everywhere you look. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive without ever feeling overbearing. Every dish that came out of the kitchen was a masterpiece. You can tell the chefs put heart and soul into each plate—from the stunning presentation to the layers of flavor in every bite. Even the smallest details, like the bread service and seasonal garnishes, felt intentional and elevated the whole experience. The pacing of the meal was spot-on, and the dessert? Unreal. Lark isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an experience, and they’ve mastered every element of it. Can’t wait to come back!

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Lark is rated 4.5 stars by 1291 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Seattle / Eastern Washington
  4. Seattle
  5. Capitol Hill / First Hill

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Lark

952 East Seneca St, Seattle, WA 98122

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    10th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill / First Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Northwest, Organic
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available at metered spots on nearby streets, as well as at local pay lots. The most convenient garage is located on Broadway between the Silver Cloud Hotel and The Garage billiard hall.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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