Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Seattle / Eastern Washington? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bake's Place

4.9

4.9 (1282)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Bake's Place Bar & Bistro is a restaurant, bar, live music & private event space in downtown Bellevue that exudes atmosphere and elegance. Bake's is also home to the largest, most unique patio on the east side. We feature outdoor covered & heated areas as well as being very dog friendly. We feature a chef driven seasonal menu that is available for takeout, a well curated wine and spirits list that includes over 300 whiskies and an ever evolving craft cocktail program. Inside the restaurant, our high vaulted ceilings give way to a spacious, multi-level dining room with full AV capabilities, making it one of the most ideal spots for private events in Bellevue. Free on site parking is available as well.

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Strve

Dined on Apr 27, 2025

Fun place, great staff, great food. Very relaxing. Highly recommend. Thanks everybody.

Cowiche Creek Brewing Company

4.9

4.9 (53)

$30 and under

Brewery

Cowiche

About the restaurant

Cowiche Creek Brewing is one of the most unique dining experiences in the Yakima Valley. Located on a 40 acre working farm with expansive valley views and indoor/outdoor seating, the brewery highlights crisp, hop-forward ales paired with the kitchen's rotating, seasonal menu. Their culinary creativity elevates the menu beyond traditional brewpub fare; including USDA Prime Grade burgers (ground in-house), homemade pastas, and specialty dining events featuring oysters, birria tacos, prime rib, and lobster rolls.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Excellent. We’ll be back! Great food. Great Beer. Good time.

Elliott's Oyster House

4.7

4.7 (6132)

$50 and over

Seafood

Downtown

About the restaurant

Elliott’s Oyster House has been Seattle’s classic seafood house & waterfront dining destination for almost 50 years. Our award-winning restaurant features an expansive oyster bar with 24-26 varieties, highlighting the natural flavors of the finest seafood in the Pacific Northwest. Located on the Seattle waterfront on Pier 56, guests flock to Elliott’s for their signature sustainably sourced Dungeness Crab fresh from local waters, wild salmon from thriving runs, and sustainably caught Pacific finfish, in addition to their custom smoked Northwest seafood with Alaskan scallops, King salmon and shellfish. The award-winning wine program has an outstanding selection of seafood-friendly white wines that pair perfectly with the menu.

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DianeVIP

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Great food and a great time at Elliott’s! Highly recommend

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4.7

4.7 (177)

$31 to $50

European

Leavenworth

About the restaurant

Inspired Austrian Cuisine in an Elevated Setting. These words are the heart and soul of the Mozart's Restaurant experience.

We strive to host you in a warm, welcoming environment that embodies the qualities of Amadeus himself; inspired, creative, and timeless.

Located in downtown Leavenworth, WA. Mozart's has been a family-owned restaurant serving fine European cuisine and wines for over 25 years. We pair the excellence of European flavors with the bountiful produce, delicious wines and best cuts of meat from our region to create a new and exciting symphony - one we hope you will enjoy & share with friends, family, and loved ones.

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TONY

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Food was great, took pics of the burger we had. Service was great, food was great. Would recommend.

Von's 1000 Spirits - Seattle

4.7

4.7 (193)

$30 and under

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Enjoy creatively prepared American fare at Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro. This charming spot features various flags draped across the ceiling and an open kitchen where patrons can watch the chefs at work. Owner Merrisa Firnstahl-Claridge and Executive Chef Jason Amador delight in offering delicious food with friendly service in a comfortable atmosphere. Patrons can choose from entrées like salmon cakes with pickled vegetables, homemade meatballs with pasta or a hoisin-glazed prime rib burger at Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro. Sourdough pizza with a choice of toppings, salads, hearty sandwiches and vegetarian dishes also make for fulfilling meals. Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro is featured in publications such as The Seattle Times and The Stranger. It has happy hour with a sizable bar that serves cocktails as well as housemade vodka, gin and tequila. This bistro hosts private events for parties as well.

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SallyVIP

Dined on May 1, 2025

Always enjoy their food from burgers to pasta and great service. Love eating on patio now that weather is nice!

COMMUNION

4.7

4.7 (151)

$50 and over

Contemporary Southern

Downtown

About the restaurant

COMMUNION is a place where you feel seen. A place that feels like comfort, rest, relief, and peace. Our mission is to provide the food, the familiarity, and the intimacy that make you feel at home.

Chef Kristi Brown has spooned her way through the culinary industry for the past 28 years. Starting at a small café in downtown Seattle, Kristi has done just about everything from dishwasher/prep cook to running her own catering business for nearly a decade. From the beginning, her vision was to focus on the art and experience of food through culinary activism. A purpose powered by her mantra, “Everybody’s Gotta Eat!” Chef Kristi desires to build community through the cultivation of fresh food and fine cooking.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely incredible food, ridiculously tasty drinks and stellar service! We sat outside on a gloomy day but the outdoor fireplace and space heaters made it perfectly comfortable. Our server was wonderful: he had great suggestions, helped me pick items that worked around my food allergy & made our group feel very welcome. The food was family-style, with larger than expected portions of the highest quality. Seriously freaking delicious!

Roccos

4.6

4.6 (575)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Belltown / Pike Place Market

About the restaurant

We are committed to providing a product and service accessible to all who desire a great environment and high quality food/drink. We believe in using local, organic and artisan products whenever possible. At Rocco’s, we make as much from scratch as possible. This includes all our sauces, dressings, dough, ricotta, sausage, as well as many bar items. Some of our sources include Field Roast, Olsen Farms, Zoe’s Artisan Cured Meats, Collin’s Family Orchard.

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Marya

Dined on Apr 25, 2025

We had a group of 30 in the dining space upstairs. Great service, everyone had fun, room to mingle, great food. We ordered ahead for most, then added a few for our gluten-free guests. Would recommend for groups. Great time.

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Popular dish

Caprese Salad

Arbor Crest Wine Cellars

4.6

4.6 (161)

$30 and under

Winery

Spokane Valley

About the restaurant

Our Fireside Dinner and Music Series is here! Friday and Saturday evenings from 6-8pm (November-April). Please check our event calendar for a list of performers.

Visit the Cliff House Estate for outstanding food, wine, views, and atmosphere. The estate is listed on the national historic registry and is open year-round. With views from Idaho to Cheney your experience at the estate is destined to be one to remember. Our chef's have crafted truly inspirational seasonal menus paired with our exceptional wine list for guests to enjoy.

Please visit our website for upcoming events; www.arborcrest.com
Guests are welcome daily from 12-5pm for tastings, lunch and self-guided tours (reservations not required). All guests must be 21 or older. No pets allowed, service animals permitted. No outside food or beverage.

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RonVIP

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Great place, delicious food, great service, nice entertainment. Great dinner. Loverly grounds.Nice time!!

Pablo y Pablo - Wallingford

4.5

4.5 (34)

$30 and under

Mexican

Wallingford

About the restaurant

Pablo y Pablo is a vibrant Mexican restaurant and bar located in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood. Inspired by the friendship of Pablo Picasso and Pablo Neruda, it offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that reflects a blend of cultures and flavors. The menu features a fusion of traditional Mexican dishes and global influences. Enjoy vibrant street corn, fish tacos, and unique creations like Ribeye Bulgogi tacos and Prawn & Rockfish Burritos, showcasing the chef's creativity and passion for diverse cuisine. The restaurant's modern industrial interior is filled with natural light, creating a bright and airy space. Guests can watch the culinary artistry in the open kitchen, while the friendly staff ensures a memorable dining experience. Pablo y Pablo is more than just a restaurant; it's a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy delicious food and create lasting memories. Whether you're seeking a casual meal or a special occasion, Pablo y Pablo welcomes you.

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BarbaraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Perfect location and great food with varieties to please vegetarians and carnivores alike. The server was friendly and knowledgeable, attentive just enough.

Dave & Buster's - Auburn (King)

4.3

4.3 (143)

$30 and under

American

Auburn

About the restaurant

Each Dave & Buster's has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we've got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we're stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

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Antonia

Dined 6 days ago

Love our experience there. The staff was awesome and so accommodating. The food was great. The vibe was nice. Our server was new but he was so thorough and caring, on top of his stuff, we all appreciated him so much.

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Experience

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