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- KBKeisharaBPhiladelphia County •5 reviews5.0Dined todayWe loved this place the service was impeccable! The food was amazing and sufficient! If I'm ever in Seattle again this is my first stop! Please go you won't be disappointed!More infoWild Ginger Downtown SeattlePrice: Expensive• Asian• Downtown•4.7
- JJeriSeattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoI must have missed the time allowance for dinner if it was posted….it was embarrassing to be asked to move to the bar so our table could be turned!More infoTulioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.6
- JJasonVirginia •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe had the Chef's counter omakase experience and were served by Shiro Kashiba himself. A very memorable experience. The sushi was in another league from anything I've had before. Attentive service from the restaurant staff. Every part of the meal was explained and I never felt uncomfortable about asking questions.More infoSushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market•4.8
- AMAntonioMvipSan Diego •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFood was very unique but very good. Drinks were even better. Service was decent, wish they were a little more attentive to the table, but when they were there they were super nice and got the job done. The burger was excellent and the Tiramisu for two (honestly it feeds 4) was extremely delicious.More infoThe GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.5
- RReneeSeattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe were running late to our reservation due to multiple freeway closures for construction. We called to let them know; they were friendly and accommodating changing our reservation to our new projected arrival time. We ordered the Noble house salads, chips (fries), Big Ben Brownie, and the Highland Bread pudding. The salads were perfect (delicious and fresh ingredients), the chips were nice and crispy (just the way we like them), and the deserts were huge! The Brownie should be shared by 4+ unless you are big eater. It was more decadent cake like vs gooey brownie, and very good. The Bread pudding was just right, not too gooey and not too sweet. Both deserts were served with Scottish whip cream which was delicious, and I don’t like whipped cream. Our server was fun, witty, and charming. The atmosphere was about as British Pub like as it could be on America’s West coast. Everything we had was great, but when in Britain we thought all the food was bland so I can see where some reviews might be coming from. We’ll be coming back again try out more menu items like the fish and chips. Give it a try and judge for yourself. 10 stars on this first visit!More infoElephant & Castle - SeattlePrice: Moderate• British• Downtown•4.3
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Downtown Seattle offers a unique culinary experience. Here, you’ll find access to fresh, diverse, and delicious food. A trip to the local market may culminate in an unparalleled seafood odyssey. If you prefer to sample the local chef-made offerings, you can find some of the best clam and salmon chowders in the country (sorry New England). While downtown, you should also take advantage of one of the most developed coffee scenes in America. In that same vein, Seattle’s craft beer offerings are also impressive. Washington State is also home to impressive produce. Local apples and cherries are a true delicacy. in addition to traditional American dishes and international cuisine, but you would be remiss not to sample the plentiful options for authentic Asian dishes, Polynesian fare, and authentic African cuisine.
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