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Prelude at McCaw Hall
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.4(2,779)Welcome to Prelude - on the Promenade Level of McCaw Hall at Seattle Center. Sophistication, artistry and signature dishes designed by our Executive Chef await your visit. Prelude features the freshest local produce, artisanal products, a nice selection of wines by the glass and bottle, as well as liquor/cocktails and our sublime take on cuisine executed by the OVG culinary team. Our seasonal menus provide the perfect prelude to a Pacific Northwest Ballet or Seattle Opera performance. Reservations are strongly encouraged in advance.
~We DO NOT accept CASH
~We are open 2 hours prior to most opera & ballet (1.5 hours prior to kids shows, concerts & comedy)
Hatch Cantina
Price: Moderate•Southwest•4.3(179)We bring the unique flavors and recipes of the Southwest in order to create a fun dining experience with amazing tacos, burritos, and cocktails.
Featuring chilies straight out of Hatch, New Mexico, you will find our bold flavors throughout our fresh made tacos, salsas, chile Colorado (red) and green chile.
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- WWalterVIPSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat experience and wonderful food and drinks. The host and waitress were very good. The host gave us some wonderful wineMore infomamnoonPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.7
- IIvanWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoFood is all very good and flavorful. Service is excellent - really top notch and considerate.More infoStateside - SeattlePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.8
- PPerryVIPSeattle / Eastern Washington •74 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAs always, dining at a stir was a delightful experience. The service was excellent, the food, from starters through dessert, was perfectly prepared and delicious. My friends and I had a wonderful evening.More infoa stirPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.7
- JJeniSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoWe had such a lovely anniversary! We sat at the bar where we did 3 years ago on a magical date:). The lovely staff had champagne ready for us to toast with (per early request), and there were even personalized menus with our name on it. What a lovely surprise! Will definitely go back and highly recommend a drink from the entertaining bartender. The drinks looked so fun!More infoTerra PlataPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.6
- RRachelSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 21, 2025Raul led our tour and was amazing! He was personable and knowledgeable and made the entire tour and tasting a great time! I would definitely recommend adding this to your time in Seattle!More infoStarbucks Reserve® Seattle RoasteryPrice: Expensive• Café• Capitol Hill•4.4
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Discover Lower Queen Anne
A sophisticated downtown anchored by the Seattle Center and the Space Needle, the Lower Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle is a hub of sports arenas, live music venues and museums. With so much to do, it’s no surprise that this urban oasis is also a culinary mecca with over 100 restaurants, bars and fast-casual dining options within easy walking distance of the attractions. Try freshly caught Pacific Ocean oysters or upscale diner fare. For a more casual yet trendy option, visit the many food truck pods offering street food that hearkens back to Seattle Center’s World Fair origins. The Lower Queen Anne area is rich in culinary adventure. Everyone should try a Seattle dog or fresh shucked clams.