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- MMarySeattle / Eastern Washington •35 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoThe food is excellent but portions are small. I don’t think our waiter got us at all. He seemed to think we needed to be on a diet because we weren’t allowed to order desserts. I left hungry.More infoStoneburnerPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballard•4.8
- LLaurenNashville •2 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoPerfect place for a date night! We loved everything we got, service was great. We will definitely be back!More infoSan FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard•4.7
- TTamiSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoDinner was amazing! Every menu item is perfectly curated and flavored, although I do wish there were more options for mains. Regardless, everything tastes great and we can’t wait to be back for brunch!More infoSabine Café and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ballard•4.8
- MMarkVIPUtah •80 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 6, 2025This 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.More infoThe Ballard CutPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ballard•4.7
- NNicholasAustin •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 5, 2025First time in. Great food great service, would definitely recommend to friends.More infoMoshi Moshi SushiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Ballard•4.3
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Lined with coffee shops, breweries and boutique clothing stores, Ballard and Fremont are two of the most popular neighborhoods in Seattle. On any given afternoon, young couples can be seen pushing strollers and sipping organic, fair-trade coffee. While you're enjoying the boutiques, satisfy your sweet tooth at one of the many vegan bakeries and cafes. Fremont natives refer to their home as "the Center of the Universe," and for good reason. From steakhouses and contemporary American fare to Hawaiian and Mexican options, locals have access to various types of cuisines. The area is especially noted for its sushi bistros and seafood fine dining.
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