We recommend that you contact each restaurant for reservations.

Chinese

Chef Wang, 2230 First Avenue, (206) 448-5407
Fashionable restaurant; each dish beautifully prepared; garnished with intricately carved vegetables; large groups and/or single diners.

China Gate, 516 Seventh Avenue South, (206) 624-1730
Large brightly lit dining area; best Chinese seafood and Dim Sum in town.

Sea Garden, 509 Seventh Avenue South, (206) 623-2100
Ambiance not the attraction here; extremely fresh reasonably priced seafood.

Shanghai Garden, 524 Sixth Avenue South, (206) 625-1689
Extensive and unusual menu; beautifully prepared vegetables, hand-shaved noodles.

European

Adriatica, 1107 Dexter Avenue North, (206) 285-5000
Exceptional Mediterranean cuisine; restaurant resides in an old home; softly lit dining room offers many romantic corners.

Andaluca, 407 Olive Way (Mayflower Park Hotel), (206)382-6999 Fresh Northwest products with culinary techniques of Spain; full bar featuring wines and sherries from the Mediterranean and the Northwest; seductive, dusky Spanish bodega-style interior.

Palomino, 1420 Fifth Avenue, Third Floor of City Center Building, (206) 623-1300
Busy, trendy, Euro-Bistro; fresh regional cuisine with Greek and Italian influences; restaurant and bar adorned with magnificent glass art.

Reinier's, 1106 Eighth Avenue, (206) 624-2222
Dining room from a past era; quiet, romantic, largely undiscovered jewel in the Lowell Apartments; delicious classic international cuisine; very professional service.

Szmania's, 3321 West McGraw Street, (206) 284-7305
Outstanding chef; fine dining establishment; neighborhood hangout; fresh seafood in a northwest style; some beautifully prepared German classics.

French

Avenue One, 1921 First Avenue, (206) 441-6139
Casual and elegantly simple; French classics prepared without the post-modern twists; dining room reminiscent of Paris in the 1930's; fireside room with views of Elliot Bay and Pike Place Market.

Campagne, 86 Pine Street, (206) 728-2800
Provincial French cuisine; Ellensburg lamb and fresh salmon take on French flavor; lovely dining room.

Maximillian, 81-A Pike Street, (206) 682-7270
Charming little hideaway café; delightful for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch; sweeping view of Elliott Bay.

Rover's, 2808 East Madison, (206) 325-7442
Three tasting menus; six and nine course menu; six course vegetarian menu; complex and memorable flavors; beautifully presented plates; carefully chosen wine list.

Italian

Assaggio Ristorante, 2010 - 4th Avenue, (206) 441-1446
Local favorite, wonderful Italian food in a bustling environment, tile floors, high ceilings, and arched wall dividers hint of old Rome, friendly and knowledgeable service.

Il Bistro, 93-A Pike Street, (206) 682-3049
Classic Italian bistro, dim candle-lit setting, relax and intimate dining experience, favorite local watering hole.

Il Terrazzo Carmine, 411 First Avenue S, (206) 467-7797
Upscale restaurant delivers classic preparations with clean distinct flavors, live guitar music, outdoor seating in the courtyard during the summer.

Isabella Ristorante, 1909 Third Avenue, (206) 441-8281
Strong colors decorate this bold dining room, constantly good service and food.

La Palina Duke's Italian Kitchen, 236 First Avenue West, (206) 283-4400
Great stop before or after entertainment; traditional Italian favorites and contemporary choices.

Leo Melina Ristorante di Mare, 96 Union Street, (206) 623-3783 Elegant restaurant; sophisticated fresh seafood; weekends bring light opera and the summer months the wildly popular deck; sweeping view of Elliott Bay.

Sostanza, 1927 - 43rd Avenue East, (206) 324-9701
Classic Italian cooking of Northern Italy; popular restaurant.

Tulio, 1100 Fifth Avenue, (206) 624-5500
Simple rustic approach to maintain authentic Italian flavors; classic bistro; intimate and cozy atmosphere.
 

Japanese

Nikko, 1900 Fifth Avenue (Westin Hotel), (206) 322-4641
Japanese cuisine; elegant setting; dining tables, sushi bar or private tatami rooms; extensive and well-rounded menu; Kaiseki dinners.

Sanmi Sushi, 2601 West Marina Place, (206) 283-9978
Sushi with a view; lengthy list of appetizers, soups, combination dinners, grilled meats and noodle dishes.
 

Kosher

Betay Avone, 113 Blanchard, (206) 448-5597
Casually elegant glatt kosher marries the best of the Northwest with mostly Mediterranean cuisine; also vegetarian and lactose free meals; under strict supervision of the Va'ad Rubinum of Greater Seattle.
 

Mexican

Cactus, 4220 E Madison St., (206) 324-4140
Local favorite; intimate atmosphere; tasty tapas and sangrias; fare features Southwest, Mexican and Latin flavors.

El Camino, 607 N 35th St., (206) 632-7303
Cozy and lively atmosphere; seasonal menu of house made Mexican fare with fresh hand-crafted sauces, delectable appetizers, and preparations of regional Mexican dishes; bar scene goes late into the night.

Tia Lou's, 2218 First Avenue, (206) 733-8226
Authentic Mexican food in a festive setting; tile floors and indoor water fountain; large tequila selection.
 

Northwest

Axis, 2212 First Avenue, (206) 441-9600
Large, open restaurant; ala carte items; sit in bar, at exhibition counter or at one of many tables; bar scene goes on late into the evening.

Brasa, 2107 Third Avenue, (206) 728-4220
Comfortably elegant; chef weaves together beautiful flavors; food is northwest with European and Mediterranean accents.

Cascadia, 2328 First Avenue, (206) 448-8884
Chef Kerry Sear creates his high-style homage to everything Northwest: from the sterling salt cellars to the Limoges china, Cascadia reeks with class. Tasting menu recommended. Very pricey.

Chez Shea, 94 Pike Street, (206) 467-9990 Contemporary northwest cuisine in the Pike Place Market.

Cutter's Bayhouse, 2001 Western Avenue, (206) 448-4884
Outstanding fresh seafood with a view; good choice for large groups; applewood grill.

Dahlia Lounge, 2001 Fourth Avenue, (206) 682-4142
One of the hot restaurants in Seattle; Pacific Rim cuisine; fresh regional fare, combining delightfully unusual flavors from many Pacific Rim countries.

Fuller's at the Sheraton, 1400 Sixth Avenue, (206) 447-5544
Superb regional cuisine.

Kaspar's, 19 West Harrison, (206) 298-0123
Fresh, local cuisine; great choice for any occasion; close proximity to Seattle Center.

Lampreia, 2400 First Avenue, (206) 443-3301
Pure, elegant, and uncluttered flavors; intimate dining room; great spot for special occasion and a very distinct dining experience.

Marco's Supper Club, 2510 First Avenue, (206) 441-7801
Funky, popular spot with local crowd, offering "comfort, home style" cuisine in a fun, mismatched dining room. Do not miss the fried sage leaves.

Palace Kitchen, 2030 Fifth Avenue, (206) 448-2001
Rich variety of great food late into the night; rustic preparations lf lamb, duck, roasted chicken, quail or game hens appear as nightly rotisserie specials from applewood grill.

Place Pigalle, 81 Pike Street, (206) 624-1756
Local favorite; freshest of seasonal products; sensational list of wines and spirits; airy and welcoming bistro; view of Elliott Bay and Olympic Mountains; small sunny terrace open in summer.

Stars, 600 Pine Street in Pacific Place, (206) 264-1112
Highlights fresh Northwest seafood; bar is comfortable hang-out for those listening to live piano music and enjoying the warmth of the fireplace.

The Georgia Room at the Four Seasons, Lobby Level, 411 University, (206) 621-7889 Fresh Northwest flavors amidst crystal chandeliers and candlelight.

The Painted Table, 92 Madison Street, (206) 624-3646
Organic, beautiful, and flavorful dishes in an elegant and comfortable dining room.
 

Pan Asian

Dragonfish Asian Café, 722 Pine Street (Paramount Hotel), (206) 467-7777
"Americanized" Pan-Asian cuisine offering good inexpensive options in a bright, contemporary environment.

Roy's, 1900 Fifth Avenue (Westin Hotel),(206) 256-7697
Freshest local fish, produce, meats, and game, wildly creative arrays of appetizers, salads, pastas, wood-fired pizzas and entrees, signature restaurant.

Wild Ginger, 1401 Third Avenue, (206) 623-4450
Popular local hot spot boasting Southeast Asian cuisine, innovative dishes and informed staff, minimal but elegant open space, wood décor, reservations recommended well in advance.
 

Seafood

Anthony's Pier 66, Pier 66, (206) 448-6688
Waterfront restaurant; pan-Asian spin on the Northwest seafood; fresh oysters, Dungeness crab cakes, fillets of alder-planked salmon or halibut. The Bell Street diner, downstairs, serves a similar but less expense menu featuring outstanding fish tacos.

Elliott's Oyster House, Pier 56, (206) 623-4340
Catch of the day; sharp and friendly service; pleasant waterfront view; outstanding seafood.

Etta's Seafood, 2020 Western Avenue, (206) 443-6000
Variety of seafood, creatively prepared; trendy but casual, comfortable, and small restaurant.

Flying Fish, 2234 First Avenue, (206) 728-8595
Innovative dishes that blend usual Northwest suspects with exotic imports; great desserts; late-night menu until 1AM.

Ponti Seafood Grill, 3014 Third Avenue North, (206) 284-3000
Popular spot in artsy neighborhood; best seafood in town; magnificent view of the Fremont Bridge, on the ship canal.

Ray's Boathouse, 6049 Seaview Ave. NW, (206) 789-3770
Seattle classic; view of Olympic Mountains and Sound; seasonal dishes in simple preparations that do not mask the clean flavor of the seafood; exceptional dining experience; casual café upstairs, elegant dining room downstairs.

Shucker's at the Four Seasons Olympic Hotel, Arcade Level, 411 University, (206) 621-1984 Oyster bar, Northwest seafood, premium microbrews in a clubby, intimate atmosphere.

Steakhouses

Canlis, 2576 Aurora Avenue North, (206) 283-3313
Seattle classic; fresh Northwest cuisine with Asian touches; many local regulars; wonderful food, charming piano bar, beautiful views of Lake Union, exceptional personal service and award-wining wine list.

El Gaucho, 2505 First Avenue, (206) 728-1337
The place to see and be seen, dark romantic dining room reminiscent of a 1940's style dinner club, open charcoal burning grill, piano bar where free poured and hand-shaken drinks are served, cigar lounge.

Metropolitan Grill, 820 - 2nd Avenue, (206) 624-3487
Succulent beef, fine steaks, favorite after-work for Seattle stockbrokers and lawyers, national award winner year after year.

Union Square Grill, 621 Union Street, (206) 224-4321
Quality steaks, excellent seafood, warm deco atmosphere, good location for dining before theater.

Thai

Noodle Studio, 209 Broadway E., (206) 325-6277
Extensive Thai and Thai-Chinese menu tantalizes taste buds with curried soup from northern Thailand, marinated and flambéed game hen from the Northwest, Muslim-style rice with chicken from the South, as well as uncommon seafood, noodle and rice dishes.

Racha Noodles & Thai Cuisine, 537 First Ave. N, (206) 281-8883
Bustling, hip, friendly local favorite; generous plates of fresh, sweet-and-savory Thai-style noodles, big Asian salads, and Thai soups; delicious desserts.

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