Best restaurants near me in Ballard, WA

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284 restaurants available nearby

1. San Fermo

4.8

Exceptional(1641)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Ballard

Booked 29 times today

We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations. Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.

2. Stoneburner

4.8

Exceptional(1698)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballard

Booked 40 times today

The 120-‐seat restaurant is Chef Jason Stoneburner’s homage to the varied cooking styles of the Mediterranean and the natural bounty of the Pacific Northwest with a focus on stone hearth cooking. The inviting restaurant is furnished with architectural objects and antiques from all over the globe, giving it a warm, timeless feel. Private dining is available in the restaurant with the Olympic Rooftop Pavilion providing stunning event space atop the hotel.

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3. Sabine Café and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(77)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Ballard

Booked 19 times today

reservations accepted for dinner only, from 5pm-9pm. our day café remains walk-up and counter-service only - NO reservations accepted for brunch. we are 21+ after 10pm on friday and saturday.sabine is a café, bar, and bakery serving a lively daytime and nighttime experience for all on ballard ave. here you'll find vibrant espresso drinks, colorful cocktails, and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. our inviting menus by chef dunkelberger draw upon mediterranean influences with middle eastern spices and herbs, while our dedication to using local, in-season, and organic ingredients wherever we can highlights the bounty of the northwest. our mezze and salatim dishes are meant to be shared; here we value the community that dining together brings.

4. The Ballard Cut

4.7

Exceptional(644)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ballard

Booked 18 times today

The Ballard Cut is a farm-to-table restaurant and whisk(e)y bar specializing in local and seasonal ingredients. Our 1200+ bottle whiskey list ranges from Japanese and Scotch single malts to American bourbons and ryes. The collection is curated to include contemporary and affordable bottles as well as rare and antique vintages. Enjoy a scratch cocktail on our patio as you take in the energetic Ballard nightlife; share a bottle of wine and a tomahawk steak with friends and family; or take a trip around the world with a custom whisk(e)y flight built by our passionate and experienced staff. Helmed by owner Tommy Patrick and chef Rachael Peebles, The Ballard Cut is the culmination of decades of hard work and dedication in the restaurant industry. We sincerely hope you enjoy your dining experience.*We have both indoor and outdoor sidewalk seating available. Please call during business hours to confirm any seating requests.*

5. Moshi Moshi Sushi

4.3

Awesome(667)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Ballard

Booked 19 times today

Moshi Moshi Sushi and Izakaya is a woman-and-PoC owned, full-service Japanese restaurant in the heart of historic Ballard. We specialize in traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine, using the highest quality ingredients available. In addition to our amazing sushi, we offer an extensive menu of hot items and entrees, sure to provide something for everyone.Be sure to see our custom-built LED cherry tree from our upper level dining area!

6. The Ivy - Seattle

4.3

Awesome(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Ballard

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to The Ivy, where culinary tradition meets innovative flair! Nestled in Ballard, just north of downtown Seattle, we invite you to embark on a vibrant journey through Asian fusion cuisine. Our diverse menu features everything from expertly crafted sushi rolls to our indulgent double wagyu smash burger, all designed to tantalize your taste buds.We are a 21+ only establishment.

7. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(9007)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 129 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.

8. Eldr

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4.7

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard

Booked 22 times today

Located in the heart of Sunset Hill/Ballard, General Harvest’s newest concept celebrates the art of wood-fire cooking. This live-fire kitchen showcases the highest quality proteins, sustainably harvested seafood, and seasonal produce, all prepared with a focus on simplicity and bold, natural flavors inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

9. Sophon

4.7

Exceptional(166)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cambodian • Phinney Ridge

Booked 19 times today

From the beautifully prepared and exquisitely presented dishes, to the hand crafted local foraged cocktails, it is our goal to bring a homage of gratitude for Khmer cuisine to the Phinney Ridge neighborhood. Every dish is designed thoughtfully, by the owner, Karuna Long for you and your family to share. Our menu and preparations take emphasis on fresh local ingredients that arrive daily with pronounced flavors from all parts of Cambodia. Sophon is a full-service restaurant and bar located in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. We’re open daily; Tuesday - Saturday Serving Dinner from 5p First seating - 9p Last SeatingNEW! Happy hour will be in the bar and patio for Walk in's only from 5-6 on Tuesday- Thursday!

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10. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(4604)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 110 times today

Centered around the cuisine, decor and imagery of the French Quarter and New Orleans and creating the feel of the Big Easy, Toulouse is one of the most intricate and ambitiously built restaurants in a generation.Our expansive menus offer culinary diversity and range from traditional Creole and French Quarter menu choices to traditional Parisian and French countryside preparations to more innovative dishes that are entirely unique to Toulouse.

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MarkVIP
Utah •80 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was our first time at Ballard Cut and we really loved it. The food was really quite good, the service was excellent and the ambience was nice on a Wednesday evening. Our only complaint is that we wish they would indicate which menue items are gluten free. Otherwise not complaints, hight recommended.
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The Ballard CutPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ballard
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4.7
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janet
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
From our entrance and being greeted with a birthday wish to our informative friendly exceptional server Julian the amazing food loved the warm olives to my entree lamb risotto and topped with tiramisu with a candle a perfect evening with the people I love. Thank you.
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San FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard
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4.8
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Finn
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 30, 2025
We love Stoneburner. The food is amazing and they are always so sweet to our girls. 10/10
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StoneburnerPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballard
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4.8
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Nicholas
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 5, 2025
First time in. Great food great service, would definitely recommend to friends.
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Moshi Moshi SushiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Ballard
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4.3
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Fernand
Seattle / Eastern Washington •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
Best Mediterranean meal I've had in a long time! Also, the decor of this location is outstanding, which should be considered part of the experience. Lastly, their cocktails are incredibly creative and inspiring.
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Sabine Café and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ballard
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4.8

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1. San Fermo

2. Stoneburner

3. Sabine Café and Bar

4. The Ballard Cut

5. Moshi Moshi Sushi

6. The Ivy - Seattle

7. The Pink Door

8. Eldr

9. Sophon

10. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

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