Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle

Name: Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle
Address: 1225 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA, United States, 98101
Telephone: (206) 829-2280
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (5427)

$31 to $50

American

1225 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

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2 people

Jun 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 52 times today

About this restaurant

Great for fine wines
Lively
Good for special occasions

Reservations full? Feel free to call or walk-in!

Purple Café and Wine Bar pairs a global wine selection with a menu that combines classic American styles with seasonal Northwest ingredients.

We feature an expansive menu ranging from artisan cheeses, starters, soups, salads, sandwiches and pizzas to pasta and seafood. We take a great deal of pride in utilizing the most fresh and local ingredients.

On the wine side of things our wine list features over 80 glass and 600 bottle selections. Over the years our wine program has been recognized with various accolades that include an "Award of Ultimate Distinction" from Wine Enthusiast Magazine and being named "Best Wine Bar" by Evening Magazine's Best of Western Washington Viewers Poll.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Northwest, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(206) 829-2280
Website
http://www.thepurplecafe.com/purple-seattle/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Keta Newhouse
Catering
We offer a variety of box lunches and a la carte platters; great for corporate events, parties, picnics and other get-togethers! Orders are available for pick up and we ask for 48 hours’ notice on all pick-up orders to ensure availability. Please visit www.heavyrg.com/catering/
Private party facilities
Book our Loft for your next corporate event, holiday party, or celebration! We offer full restaurant buyouts as well, whatever the size of your party we've got you covered! Please fill out a request form at www.heavyrg.com/group-dining/

Location
1225 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
University Street
Parking details
Parking is available in the Financial Center Parking Garage located directly underneath our restaurant on the corner of 4th and University. Once on University Street heading East, the garage is on your right hand side just after 3rd Ave and before 4th Ave.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Loved For

Seattle
Great for fine wines
Seattle
Most Booked

Review summary

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Purple Cafe and Wine Bar in Seattle offers a "great wine selection" and "consistently high-quality food" with a welcoming atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "great service" and knowledgeable staff. It's an ideal spot for "lunch or dinner," with standout dishes like lamb skewers and baked brie. The ambiance and wine pairings elevate the dining experience.

5,427 Reviews

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Ann
Seattle / Eastern Washington20 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Purple is the perfect place for dinner prior to any event at Benaroya. The food is excellent, the service is superb----it's all around wonderful.
Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - SeattleResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your very kind words, they made us all very happy! We hope to see you again soon!
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Marina
Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service Great gluten free options Great wine selection
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Roy
North Dakota5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and wine experience. Huge selection of wine - and by huge I mean a 30-foot tower of wine in the center of the restaurant - and very educated staff. You'll get a book of wine to study and help inform your choices, with several wines you may not have heard of before. The menu has an inclusive variety of choices, with a suggested wine pairing for each. The service was great, nice atmosphere.
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Diane
Philadelphia County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot for lunch or dinner. Everything was delicious. Recommend lamb skewers, baked Brie, goat cheese and beets, tomato soup.
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Barbara
Anchorage / Alaska2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and wonderful service! And, cocktails were perfect! Our waiter, Isaac made our birthday celebration so much fun. The desserts were so delicious and HUGE! I will definitely go back!
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Susan
Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
3.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Over the years, usually had a good experience but food isn’t what it used to be. It may have been the entrees my party ordered. Desserts were delicious however. Wine was great. Service was friendly, prompt and knowledgeable.
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Christine VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington15 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The maître D/Manager on shift was completely rude. He told me that we scheduled our reservation at the OTHER Seattle Purple which was not true. He embarrassed me in front of my guests. He spoke to me in the most condescending manner. He failed to match our reservation to what they actually had in the system. When he realized that he was wrong, he never took the time to apologize to me or my guest. I can’t even believe that he’s in charge of greeting people or guest services. His behavior was absolutely classless. The waitress and the food was excellent.
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Steven
Seattle / Eastern Washington7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were great! We will definitely go here again.
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Shannon
Seattle / Eastern Washington5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great lunch spot in the heart of downtown. Consistently high-quality food and great ambiance. Service is great, too!
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Yamira
Caribbean1 review
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
El lugar y el servicio excelente pero había mucho ruido
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FAQs

Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 829-2280.

Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle is rated 4.6 stars by 5427 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 13, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 52 times today

Google Map for Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle

1225 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Additional information

Cross street
University Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon 11:00 am–9:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Northwest, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in the Financial Center Parking Garage located directly underneath our restaurant on the corner of 4th and University. Once on University Street heading East, the garage is on your right hand side just after 3rd Ave and before 4th Ave.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Keta Newhouse
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thepurplecafe.com/purple-seattle/
Phone number
(206) 829-2280
Catering
We offer a variety of box lunches and a la carte platters; great for corporate events, parties, picnics and other get-togethers! Orders are available for pick up and we ask for 48 hours’ notice on all pick-up orders to ensure availability. Please visit www.heavyrg.com/catering/
Private party facilities
Book our Loft for your next corporate event, holiday party, or celebration! We offer full restaurant buyouts as well, whatever the size of your party we've got you covered! Please fill out a request form at www.heavyrg.com/group-dining/

Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle

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About this restaurant

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Baked Brie

Pasta for Two

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FAQs

Does Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Seattle offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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