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Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th
Price: Moderate•Breakfast•4.7(346)Located on NE 65th between Roosevelt and Green Lake, Portage Bay Cafe on 65th continues our mission of local, organic and sustainable fare. From our Crab Cake Benedict to our signature House-Made Challah French Toast, our items are carefully crafted to use the best seasonal and organic ingredients available. We also create monthly specials to further highlight our food-producing partners.
Portage Bay Cafe on 65th is a large, airy, boisterous space with lots of energy and we have heated outdoor dining all year round. We look forward to serving you soon.Portage Bay Cafe - University District
Price: Moderate•Northwest•4.7(789)Located in the University neighborhood of Seattle since 1997, this original location sets the Portage Bay Cafe mission of local, organic and sustainable fare. From our Crab Cake Benedict to our signature House-Made Challah French Toast, our items are carefully crafted to use the best seasonal and organic ingredients available. Chef Alex and his team create monthly specials to further highlight our food-producing partners.
Portage Bay Cafe on Roosevelt is a large, airy, boisterous space with lots of energy and we have covered outdoor dining all year round. We look forward to serving you soon.
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- PPeteSeattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat food, great service and a great atmosphere.More infoThe Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market•4.8
- LLidiaSeattle / Eastern Washington •11 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoTasty food with attentive service in a beautiful setting.More infoWestwardPrice: Expensive• Northwest• Wallingford•4.2
- KKathyNew York City •17 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOne of two fantastic meals we've had this year. Highly recommend!More infoSpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.8
- MMarissaSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat server, great food! We even had a private roomMore infoUmi Sake HousePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown•4.8
- DDebapriyaSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoGood food & great experience! Portions were good. Service was fast.More infoToulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne•4.6
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Discover U District / U Village
With the University of Washington's main campus in the heart of Seattle's U District, it is no surprise that there is a young, hip vibe to the entire neighborhood. On The Ave in the U District, eateries where you can decorate your pancakes and waffles at a toppings bar or enjoy tom yum to go often draw some of the largest crowds. The U Village is an outdoor mall east of U District that boasts a combination of funky, unique eateries and national chain restaurants. Specialty shops provide wood-fired pizzas, ginger beers, frozen yogurt topping bars, and delicate chocolates.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in University District include Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th, Piatti - Seattle and Portage Bay Cafe - University District
Restaurants with gluten-free options in University District are Mamma Melina, Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th and Portage Bay Cafe - University District
Bottomless brunch in University District is available at Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th, Portage Bay Cafe - University District and Piatti - Seattle
The most romantic restaurant in University District is Mamma Melina
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