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A photo of San Fermo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1646)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Ballard
Booked 33 times today
We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations. Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.
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4.8
Exceptional(9026)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 131 times today
The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.
A photo of Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4618)
Price: Moderate
• American • Queen Anne
Booked 76 times today
Centered around the cuisine, decor and imagery of the French Quarter and New Orleans and creating the feel of the Big Easy, Toulouse is one of the most intricate and ambitiously built restaurants in a generation.Our expansive menus offer culinary diversity and range from traditional Creole and French Quarter menu choices to traditional Parisian and French countryside preparations to more innovative dishes that are entirely unique to Toulouse.
A photo of Spinasse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3818)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 33 times today
We recommend making a reservation however, we have some counter seats available on a first come first serve basis for walk-ins. There could be a waitlist so come early!Cascina Spinasse is offering in-house dining seven days a week. Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 10pm. Friday & Saturday 5pm - 11pm.
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4.9
Exceptional(872)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 26 times today
Sushi Kashiba is Seattle's destination for Japanese fine dining at its highest level. Located next to historic Pike Place Market. Take a coveted seat at the Omakase sushi bar, where you just might find multi-James Beard Award nominated Chef Shiro Kashiba holding court.Most guests order one of Sushi Kashiba's chef curated sushi dinners. The mix of fresh local fish as well as delicacies from Japan and around the world will satisfy the palette of seasoned sushi fans as well as new entrants into the sushi world. We also feature à la carte items like agedashi tofu, oysters on the half shell and Chef Kashiba's New York Times featured black cod kasuzuke. Welcome to Sushi Kashiba.
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4.7
Exceptional(1226)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Queen Anne
Booked 21 times today
From the beautifully prepared and exquisitely presented small plates, to the hand crafted cocktails, it is our goal to bring generations of family tradition to your neighborhood. Every dish is designed for you and your family to share, and our space offers the same warmth and passion you would find in our own kitchen. With our traditional Mediterranean small plates, thoughtfully designed cocktails, and extended wine and grappa list, it is our goal to give you the excellent dining experience you deserve!
A photo of The Shambles restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(119)
Price: Expensive
• American • Roosevelt
Booked 13 times today
We are a 21+ restaurant and bar. Founded in 2018 by Joel and Matthew and purchased in late 2022 by Becky and Jon, the vision remains the same: Old English pub vibes, high quality food. We loved The Shambles from the minute we walked in and now we continue the heritage of what was created before us. On the food side: high quality steaks, cut in house. Cooks who have the freedom to create seasonal dishes ranging from foraged mushrooms to house made sausages. To go with your meal, we offer skillfully made, non-fussy cocktails, carefully selected wines, a plethora of beers, sours, and ciders on tap and a a robust non alcoholic selection. We top it all off with warm and knowledgeable service. At the Shambles, you can join us for a lovely date night, get together with friends OR choose to sit at the bar and get an ear full of cheesy jokes and unfiltered chatter We are serious about our service from top to bottom and we can’t wait to serve you!
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4.9
Exceptional(1315)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 16 times today
Discover Single Shot, a neighborhood gem tucked away in hip Capitol Hill. The 1920’s-style space hums with cosmopolitan charm. Chef Antonio Palma crafts thoughtful fare in the wood-fired oven. Seasoned bartenders mix scratch cocktails at the gorgeous marble bar. The attentive staff will have you feeling like a regular whether it’s your first or fifth visit. Single Shot wears many hats; pop in for a sip and a snack, a lingering meal, or a nightcap.
A photo of Palisade restaurant
4.4
Awesome(7844)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Magnolia
Booked 48 times today
Palisade has always had amazing elements. We've created a new range of dishes, updated the atmosphere, and rededicated ourselves to the best service in Seattle. These pieces add up to the best all occasion experience in town.
A photo of FlintCreek Cattle Co. restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1886)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Greenwood
Booked 26 times today
Flint Creek Cattle Company is a new American steak restaurant that emphasizes ethically raised beef and sustainable farm practices. The dining area is extremely wide open and spacious. There is a large, high vaulted ceiling in addition to floor-to-ceiling windows that lets in lots of natural light and lets guests feel like they are eating outside. Flint Creek's menu is an ever rotating selection of modern American cuisine. The items on it frequently change based on the seasonality of the ingredients, ensuring new items are introduced as others leave. Favorites on the menu include Fennel Braised Wild Boar Shoulder, Durham Ranch Bison Hangar Steak, and the Oven Roasted Duck Confit.

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  • Robin
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    As always, San Fermo exceeded expectations. From the ambience to the service to the food, our dinner last night was perfect. Our server also suggested two of their new dishes, the charred onion appetizer and the barley risotto and both were fabulous! Thank you San Fermo for yet another delicious evening! We’ll be back soon!
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    San FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard
    4.7
  • Melissa
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Luis and the food were amazing! Spinasse continues to be our favorite!
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    SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
    4.8
  • Petra
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Was lucky enough to have chef Shiro himself. Every bite was exquisite! It's an experience and excellent meal.
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    Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
    4.9
  • Kristin
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    First time to Pink Door and it did not disappoint! Everything we had was fabulous, the service was great as was the atmosphere! I felt at times I was in the 50’s with the decor and music which was fun! They even had real candles! We will definitely be returning!
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    The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
    4.8
  • Donna
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    I had family here from California, and we arranged to meet at this restaurant, which I had been to once previously. I remembered that it was good, and also that it was near Seattle Center, and I had a hunch these two would want to poke around over there once our meal was done, so it was a perfect location. The service was warm and friendly, but never intrusive, and the food was divine. I ordered the "sweet stuff" French toast with caramel and strawberries; nobody else makes it like this, and it was mouthwatering! I also ordered (to go) some "soft scramble" eggs with asparagus and Dungeness crab. It's so hard to get real, fresh crab anymore, what with the overfishing, but my eggs had actual leg segments of crab in them, a perfect ratio of filling to egg. The eggs came with their amazing potatoes, and my husband and I had that dish, along with a small amount of leftovers from my French Toast, for dinner that night. This may be my favorite Seattle restaurant right now! The cherry on the sundae, so to speak, was that when we were finished, we sat and chatted and nobody seemed anxious to kick us out of our booth. Oh hell yes.
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    Toulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne
    4.7

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Ballard

Discover the charm of Ballard, Seattle, a neighborhood renowned for its culinary gems that epitomize the vibrant dining scene of this historic area. When searching for a "neighborhood gem" in Ballard, you'll find a delightful array of restaurants that not only excel in local and seasonal fare but also provide a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that locals and visitors cherish. These eateries are celebrated for their commitment to quality, showcasing expertly crafted dishes that highlight the best of Pacific Northwest ingredients. From intimate bistros featuring farm-to-table dining to lively spots with panoramic views of Salmon Bay, each restaurant offers a unique experience that resonates with both the character of the area and the tastes of the discerning diner. Whether you're in search of a casual meal or a sophisticated dining experience, Ballard's neighborhood gems are sure to provide an unforgettable culinary journey. This district's ability to merge traditional flavors with innovative culinary techniques makes it a must-visit destination for food lovers. Embrace the local spirit and culinary prowess of Ballard, where each meal is a celebration of community and gastronomy.

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