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Tilikum Place Cafe, Seattle, WA

Tilikum Place Cafe

4.9
4.9
2367 Reviews
$30 and under
Northwest

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Inspired European and Northwest brunch, lunch and dinner. We take great pride in using the freshest & highest quality products as our menu is entirely made in house. Stop by for dinner or brunch & experience seasonal cuisine, creative libations & a warm welcome! We have a very small dining room and a not accommodate group dining. Our table maximum for brunch and lunch seats up to 6 guests. For dinner service, we can seat up to 8 guests if there are openings. Thank you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, French American, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Thu, Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 282-4830
  • Website
    http://www.tilikumplacecafe.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ba Culbert
  • Location
    407 Cedar Street, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Neighborhood
    Belltown / Pike Place Market
  • Cross street
    4th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Reservations recommended as we have 10-11 tables at this time with 90 minute table time. We can accommodate up to 6 guests when we have tables available for reservations. To go orders available. Please call 206-282-4830 For orders to go. Thank you for your support and understanding. Please note: Dutch babies are not served at dinner

Dine in and To Go Thursday, Friday and Saturday 5-9

Closed 12/26/24 Thursday

    Appetizers

    • Oysters$19.00

      *Raw with mignonette, or baked with miso aioli, lemon

      • Hand Cut Pasta$16.00

        Sage butter, toasted hazelnuts, Parmesan

        • Burrata$17.00

          Blood orange, pistachio, castelvetrano olive, mint, grilled bread

          • Bacon Wrapped Rabbit Pate$16.00

            Dijon mustard, cornichon, pickled vegetables, crostini

            Salads

            • Fried Brussels Sprouts Salad$16.00

              Delicata squash, goat horn peppers, kalamata olives, feta yogurt

              • Winter White Salad$16.00

                Endive, cucumber, frisee, celery, parmesan, truffle oil

                • Butter Lettuce Salad$16.00

                  Watermelon radish, goat cheese with hazelnut, tarragon vinaigrette

                  • Mixed Lettuces$15.00

                    Shallot, lemon, extra virgin olive oil, Parmesan

                    • Soup

                      • French Onion Soup$9.00

                        Crouton, Gruyere, bacon (Bowl size only for to go orders)

                        • Cup$9.00
                        • Bowl$17.00

                      • Mushroom Soup$8.00

                        Shiitake, oyster and maitake mushrooms, tomato, carrot, onion

                        • Cup$8.00
                        • Bowl$15.00

                      • Shrimp and Butternut Squash Bisque$8.00

                        Shrimp balls, cilantro

                        • Cup$8.00
                        • Bowl$15.00

                      Entrees

                      • Wild Mushroom with Potato Gnocchi$28.00

                        Chestnut, spinach, carrot, mustard cream, truffled pecorino

                        • Grilled Sturgeon$35.00

                          Celeriac gratin, braised greens, apple cider glaze, apple pomegranate slaw

                          • Pan Roasted Chicken$28.00

                            Sauce Robert, Brussels sprouts, Yukon gold potatoes

                            • House Made Duck Confit Ragu$29.00

                              Papardelle, arugula, pecorino

                              • Grilled Lamb Rack$32.00

                                Cannellini bean puree, rapini, crispy onion, salsa verde

                                Dessert

                                • Phyllo Pear Crostata$12.00

                                  Cinnamon anglaise, toasted almonds

                                  • Gianduia Budino$12.00

                                    Italian chocolate hazelnut pudding, chocolate streusel hazelnut brittle, orange

                                    • Profiteroles$12.00

                                      House-made vanilla ice cream, mocha caramel

                                      • House Made Ice Cream$7.00

                                        Single scoop, cookie

                                        • Espresso Martini$15.00

                                          Shot of espresso, cream,vodka, dark creme de cacao, kahlua, house-made chocolate sauce

                                          Cocktails To go!

                                          • Paper Plane$16.00

                                            Amaro, aperol, bourbon, lemon juice

                                            • Uptown Manhattan$16.00

                                              Bourbon, Antica formula, orange bitters, brandied cherry juice, orange peel

                                              • Vesper$16.00

                                                Vodka, London dry gin, lillet blanc, lemon twist

                                                • Espresso Martini$15.00

                                                  Espresso, creme de cacao, vodka, coffee liqueur, dash of cream and house made chocolate sauce

                                                  Last updated: December 25, 2024

                                                  What 2,367 people are saying

                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                  4.9
                                                  4.9 based on recent ratings
                                                  • 4.9Food
                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                                  • 4.8Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Loved For

                                                  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                    Best Value

                                                  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

                                                    Northwest

                                                  • Seattle

                                                    Best Overall

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                                                    Best Food

                                                  • Seattle

                                                    Best Service

                                                  • Seattle

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                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  Tilikum Place Cafe in Seattle is a beloved spot for brunch and dinner, known for its "best brunch spot" status and "amazing" service. Guests rave about the "delicious food," including their famous Dutch Babies and French onion soup. The cafe offers a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with attentive staff, making every visit memorable.

                                                  2,367 Reviews

                                                  1. Brenda

                                                    VIP

                                                    Seattle

                                                    28 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    28 reviews

                                                    Dined today

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    We had a delicious dinner consisting of local food including roasted sturgeon, duck ragu and mushroom gnocchi—definitely not what you would consider PNW standards. That’s what makes this place so incredibly special. This restaurant is the quiet and singular alternative to the many corporate/chain-owned restaurants you find everywhere in Seattle. A gem.

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                                                  2. Megan

                                                    Seattle

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Food, service, decor, atmosphere is all incredible. Would absolutely recommend if you can get a brunch reservation!

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                                                  3. Richard

                                                    VIP

                                                    New York City

                                                    42 reviews

                                                    4.0

                                                    42 reviews

                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Service was spot on and food was excellent. Uptown Manhattan was perfect! We I’ll be back to try other dishes

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                                                  4. Steve

                                                    VIP

                                                    San Francisco

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    One of our favorites for many years past, and likely many to come.

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                                                  5. Ginny

                                                    Portland

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Food is amazing, the place is cozy, perfect for a rainy Sunday. Wasn’t too hungry with my partner, so we went light on the order - “Dutch Babies -Savory” the must order, with a bowl of clam chowder. For two people, medium level craving, it does have me the taste of the joy and allows me to not feeling too stuffed :)

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                                                  6. Eric

                                                    VIP

                                                    Seattle

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    4 reviews

                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Brunch at Tillikum Place is always something to look forward to. We ordered the winter hash with prime rib pieces and it was so good! Definitely a Seattle brunch establishment.

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                                                  7. James

                                                    VIP

                                                    Seattle

                                                    11 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    11 reviews

                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Our second time there for a holiday dinner and it did not disappoint. Food is excellent, prices are reasonable, service is impeccable. Just a real comfortable vibe with great cocktails, and great food.

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                                                  8. victoria

                                                    Seattle

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    6 reviews

                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Again, everyone, everything, every bite and every sip, were divine

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                                                  9. Portia

                                                    Seattle

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    Dined on December 20, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Tilikum Cafe never disappoints. From the service to the delicious food, everything was excellent. We will be back again in the near future.

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                                                  10. karen

                                                    VIP

                                                    San Francisco

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    Dined on December 20, 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Had dinner celebrating the holidays with family and friends ! The service was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The food was delicious and d our courses were perfectly timed. The restaurant was festive and lively but not too loud. We always enjoy our experience at Tilikum Cafe!! Look forward to the next time.

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                                                  FAQs

                                                  Tilikum Place Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 282-4830.

                                                  Tilikum Place Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 2367 OpenTable diners.

                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                  Make a reservation

                                                  2 people
                                                  7:00 PM
                                                  Booked 34 times today

                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                  Google Map for Tilikum Place Cafe

                                                  407 Cedar Street, Seattle, WA 98121

                                                  Additional information

                                                  • Cross street
                                                    4th Avenue
                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                    Belltown / Pike Place Market
                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                    Brunch Thu, Fri 10:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                  • Price
                                                    $30 and under
                                                  • Cuisines
                                                    Northwest, French American, Bistro
                                                  • Dining style
                                                    Casual Dining
                                                  • Dress code
                                                    Casual Dress
                                                  • Parking details
                                                    Street Parking
                                                  • Payment options
                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                  • Executive chef
                                                    Ba Culbert
                                                  • Additional
                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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