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1. Momosan Seattle

4.3

Awesome(86)

Price: Expensive

• Ramen • Downtown

At Momosan, noodles are front and center. Whether indulging in a bowl of signature tonkotsu ramen, tokyo chicken ramen, tantan, tsukemen, or beef ramen, you’ll realize it is quality you can only find dining with an Iron Chef. And what an array of choices! For those craving more than just ramen, you too have come to the right place. Start off the meal with an exclusive appetizer, ranging from Momosan’s take on salmon or tuna poke, pork gyoza to pork belly skewers to the surf and turf maki. Pair your appetizers and noodles with one of 20+ sake options, eight of which are Morimoto signature sakes, served by the glass, carafe, and/or bottle. Choose between 3 draught and 3 bottled beers. Momosan also offers white and red wines from Napa Valley, both by the glass and by the bottle.

2. Sushi Kashiba

4.9

Exceptional(839)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 20 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.

3. Tulio

4.7

Exceptional(4099)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Authentic Cuisine, From Northern Italy to SeattleSince its inception, Tulio has been a regular on restaurant awards lists, thanks in no small part to Chef Walter Pisano, whose cooking is inspired as much by his travels through the Old World as his Italian roots. Tulio’s dishes are simple yet sophisticated, combining rustic Italian preparations with local ingredients to create bold flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. Recognizing that our guests have different tastes and dining preferences, we proudly offer several gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian dishes on each of our daily menus. If you have any food allergies or other special requests, please let us know.

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4. Il Terrazzo Carmine

4.8

Exceptional(4075)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pioneer Square

Booked 15 times today

Il Terrazzo Carmine is a highly acclaimed Italian restaurant in Seattle. The owner Carmine Smeraldo has been serving Seattle's best Italian cuisine since 1984. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the food for its consistency, quality, and authenticity. The restaurant's ambiance is also highly rated, with customers enjoying the cozy dining room and the elegant setting. The professional and efficient service also adds to the overall experience.

5. Assaggio

4.7

Exceptional(3977)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Treat yourself with the sensational pleasures of fine Italian wine and food while marveling at the Michelangelo-inspired artwork.

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6. La Fontana Siciliana

4.8

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 8 times today

La Fontana Siciliana is a serene retreat in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Belltown, where the charm of Sicily comes alive. As you step into our enchanting courtyard, the soothing sound of a bubbling fountain and the tantalizing scent of Sicilian delicacies welcome you.We source our ingredients from premier local purveyors to craft the most exquisite Sicilian fare in Washington. Our kitchen, led by the talented Chef Antonio Torralba, promises an unforgettable culinary journey.Join us at La Fontana Siciliana for an authentic Sicilian experience, where every dish, glass of wine, and interaction is a testament to our dedication to excellence. PLEASE NOTE: While we can’t guarantee specific seating in our rooms or courtyard, rest assured that each space in La Fontana offers a unique experience, with seating allocated based on reservation timing and arrival order. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.

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7. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(4548)

Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 62 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.

8. Ben Paris

4.3

Awesome(1160)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 52 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

9. Umi Sake House

4.7

Exceptional(2548)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 29 times today

Umi Sake House is a unique Japanese cuisine restaurant in the Belltown area of Seattle featuring the highest quality seafood available in the Northwest, a large izakaya-style tapas menu, and boasting a sake list of over 60 imported Japanese bottles. The interior is multi-faceted, with a black slate tiled traditional dining room, a gorgeous 14 person capacity wooden sushi bar, a semi private "tatami" room which holds 12 people, a larger 25 person private dining room, an enclosed "back patio" casual dining room complete with tropical garden, a black concrete liquor bar with custom sake cocktails and fusion traditional cocktails. The variety of atmospheres allows for a different experience with every visit, and the vastness and quality of the menu does the same. For the budding sake enthusiast or the seasoned veteran, the sake menu at Umi is bottle for bottle the best found anywhere outside of Japan!

10. Maiz Molino

4.6

Exceptional(138)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Maiz Molino is the real deal when it comes to authentic Mexican cuisine. Reviews rave about the 'authentic, well crafted dishes and margaritas', and praise its 'innovative, authentic, and original' approach to Mexican food. They're not your typical tacos and burritos either; dishes are 'always expanding my appreciation for Mexican food'. The restaurant's commitment to sourcing their grains in an ethical and sustainable way from local, small-scale farmers, further highlights its authenticity.

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Gerald
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was great but the service was amazing. A little pricey but worth it for the experience. It was crowded don’t was a little loud.
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Il Terrazzo CarminePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pioneer Square
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4.8
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BobVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •23 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
My wife and I have been dining at Tulio for years. This time I ordered the lamb shank, and my wife chose the pork cutlet. Both were very good and generous servings. Dinner was much better than a couple of years ago, in fact, when Tulio's kitchen seemed to have lost its Italian roots. On the other hand, most of the original menu choices, which made it distinctive, are no longer available.
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TulioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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Linda
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was my third time dining at Sushi Kashiba and I will be back. Yes, it is expensive, but the food, presentation, and service are amazing. Absolutely the best dining experiences I've ever had. The servers are so professional and very attentive. They are very passionate about their work, the food they serve, and the artistry of the chefs.
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Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.9
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KellyVIP
Los Angeles •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Been hearing about this place for years from our friends. We finally tried it out and I’m sorry we waited so long. We will definitely be back. The food was insane yummy and the owner and staff couldn’t have been more welcoming.
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AssaggioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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Jeetesh
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 19, 2024
Wonderful experience. Very friendly staff. Excellent food.
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Momosan SeattlePrice: Expensive• Ramen• Downtown
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4.3

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80 restaurants available nearby

1. Momosan Seattle

2. Sushi Kashiba

3. Tulio

4. Il Terrazzo Carmine

5. Assaggio

6. La Fontana Siciliana

7. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

8. Ben Paris

9. Umi Sake House

10. Maiz Molino

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