Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Bake's Place

4.9

4.9 (1211)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Bake's Place Bar & Bistro is a restaurant, bar & 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. During these challenging times, your health and safety are our top priority. We strictly adhere to all guidelines set forth by the governor. In addition, all tables inside and out are properly socially distanced, mask wearing is mandatory, tables and chairs are fully sanitized before and after each use. We feature a chef driven seasonal menu that is available for takeout, a well curated wine and spirits list that includes over 200 whiskies and an ever evolving craft cocktail to go program. Inside the restaurant, our high vaulted ceilings give way to a spacious, multi-level dining room making it one of the most ideal spots for private events in Bellevue. So come spend some time with us and let our enthusiastic, knowledgeable and friendly staff guide you through a one of a kind experience. Top it all off with free parking and who knows.we may just become your new favorite place.

Top review

Barry

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and service! Expensive evening at $95, including tip. My server was outstanding and very accommodating as I was 40 minutes late from my own retirement party at another establishment. The salmon and the lava cake were both absolutely delicious! Could stand to turn the sound volume down. The next time I come to see a live music act, I will be bringing hearing protection. The noise level was in the 90+ decibel range all night. First time there! Really enjoyed the place! And terrific music provided by Jazz Overhaul!

Sabine Café and Bar

4.9

4.9 (62)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Ballard

About the restaurant

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.

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Fabian

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

5/5 would dine again. The drinks and appetizers were delicious

Kro Bar

4.9

4.9 (582)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Bothell

About the restaurant

The krō bär is an eclectic bar with a speakeasy vibe and a passion for spirits and great food with a nod to another era.

Tucked away on Main Street in Bothell, a walkable neighborhood teaming with local art, culture and food, the artfully handcrafted krō bär has been reclaimed from the bones of Bothell’s historic hardware store in the Mohn building. The 16-foot-high tin ceilings, a hanging catwalk and the original wood floors were uncovered and restored.

Please note we are 21 and older only.

Due to the size of our location, we are unable to seat parties of more than 4 guests.

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Lynda

Dined 7 days ago

Great happy hour at crowbar, we all had burgers that were delicious but a tad salty. Cheese puffs with curry butter were a surprise, so good! And of course the cocktails were plenty strong. Manhatten and gray matter, yum!

Camp West

4.9

4.9 (92)

$30 and under

American

West Seattle/Alki

About the restaurant

Camp West is West Seattle's 21 and up newest neighborhood restaurant.
We offer delicious dishes with ingredients sourced locally and fresh.
Our craft cocktails will remind you the days you were out in the woods with your friends.

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Sandra

Dined 4 days ago

Cute place. The menu is somewhat limited but the food was really tasty! We really enjoyed our meals. The service staff was great.

Rumba Seattle

4.9

4.9 (52)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Rumba is the Northwest's premiere rum bar featuring over 700 different rums. We make delicious rum-forward craft drinks with our freshly squeezed juices, balanced house syrups, and sourced best-quality ingredients. Our drinks are flavorful, focused and "not too sweet!"

https://www.rumbaonpike.com/

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Kirstenvip

Dined 4 days ago

Truly a Seattle treasure. If you like rum three isn't a better spot.

Cowiche Creek Brewing Company

4.9

4.9 (24)

$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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Susan

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

This is a high energy place if you eat inside, but it is lovely to eat on the patio or in the grassy area outside. Families with kids love this place. Food rotates so you need to watch on Facebook! Some of the best beers in town!

Mamnoon

4.8

4.8 (964)

$31 to $50

Middle Eastern

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

Online reservations have moved to https://nadimama.com/mamnoon. Fond memories of food in Syria, Lebanon and Persia are transplanted to the Seattle of today. Enjoy man'aeesh and other traditional street foods from our walk-up window menu, a private event in our luxurious lounge, or a relaxed, elegant meal in our well-appointed dining room.

Food is an essential part of all family and social interactions in the Middle East where people grow up with intense flavors, colorful, vibrant foods fresh from the marketplace, prepared simply and with a lot of passion. Aromatic herbs fill the streets and a spirit of warmth and generosity exudes welcome at any table.

Here at mamnoon, we share these strengths brought with us from Lebanon and Syria to the new world of Seattle – where modern curiosity, compassion, progressive values and tolerance are paving the way for harmonious integration and celebration of cultures and flavors.

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Steve

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Great experience. We did the tasting menu and it met our expectations. We will definitely be back.

Radiator Whiskey (21 and over)

4.8

4.8 (466)

$30 and under

Comfort Food

Downtown

About the restaurant

(21 & over only)
In the heart of Pike Place Market, Radiator Whiskey Bar features food that brings a smile and drinks in every variety of container and iteration; straight, mixed, bottled, canned and on tap. Step inside Radiator Whiskey and be immersed in Pacific Northwest atmosphere, warm tones, industrial architecture and plenty of natural wood accents including a larger than live whiskey barrel wall.
(21 & over only)
Radiator Whiskey has daily happy hour drink specials and daily rotating meat specials on top of the regular menu. All the dishes are created fresh with options such as apple salad, smoked & fried half chicken, fried pork shank and warm cornbread.
Must be 21 and over.
Please bring valid identifications per Washington state law.

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Paola

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

Super friendly and cool vibe! Cocktails and food fantastic!

Whiskey by John Howie

4.8

4.8 (114)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Bellevue

About the restaurant

Whiskey by John Howie is the Eastside’s whiskey and craft cocktail destination for guests 21+ years old. The global selection of rare and well done whiskies has been thoroughly collected for the curious to the connoisseur by Whiskey’s in house curator, Tim Lodahl. The unique menu of delightful bar bites features new and favorite tastes crafted by proprietor John Howie and executive chef Jed Laprade.
Whiskey by John Howie is available for private events. This 1,420 square foot space - which can accommodate up to 84 people for private events - features rich, dark woods complemented by dark brick and gold accents that give the room a comfortable, stylish feel. Hundreds of rare and sought after whiskey titles elegantly adorn the main wall, just above Whiskey’s open kitchen space. John Howie Catering offers a diverse range of chef-designed specialty menus that can be customized to the unique needs and style of each event.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Our experience was fantastic. The waitstaff is always attentive and wonderful. The food is always amazing. We celebrated our anniversary and were surprised with a dessert! Would recommend and will be returning!

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Inside Passage

4.7

4.7 (267)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

Inside Passage is a Northwest sunken ship, underwater, tropical cocktail bar with a sea creature named Kiki that lives above the bar. Created and run by your friends at Rumba and found within. Cocktails have elaborate, outrageous presentations and are crafted with premium ingredients and exotic flavors.

Reservations are released on a rolling basis, six weeks out. If you are looking for a date beyond that range, please check back! Inside Passage is a 21+ establishment.
https://www.insidepassageseattle.com/

Top review

LynseyGvip

Dined 6 days ago

Great visit! Went early at 5:00 pm on a Thursday so not busy. Some of the best service we’ve ever had, both bartenders were so personable - Sam made us fantastic drinks and gave great recommendations to us out of towners. Coconut prawns and sliders from Rumba were delicious. Decor is incredible- especially Kiki- huge Octopus on ceiling. Drinks were awesome with perfect tiki flair. Got some mugs to take home. We will be back!

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