Best Authentic Restaurants in Seattle Center / Lower Queen Anne

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1. Sushi Kashiba

4.9

Exceptional(843)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 42 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.

2. Assaggio

4.7

Exceptional(3984)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

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

3. Tulio

4.7

Exceptional(4107)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 21 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. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(4568)

Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 112 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.

5. Maiz Molino

4.6

Exceptional(140)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 7 times today

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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6. La Fontana Siciliana

4.8

Exceptional(1697)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 26 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. Cinque Terre Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(2111)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

*Please note that we do not take Happy Hour reservations. Online reservations are for ordering from our dinner menu only.* Modern Italian, Oyster Bar, Neopolitan style artisan pizzas, House Made Pastas, Fresh and local seafood. Cinque Terre is a beautiful area of the Italian Riviera which is comprised of five villages. The towns are connected by medieval style walkable paths. These villages are a favored destination for travelers to Italy where seafood is prevalent. Pesto, a condiment made of fresh basil, is the flagship of tradition in the region. At Cinque Terre, we make our pesto every day from the freshest and top quality ingredients. We always have on the menu, Muscoli (mussels), Polpo (octopus), Gamberi (shrimp) and a variety of seasonal seafood, artisan pizzas along with house-made pastas. For more large party availability, please call the restaurant directly.

8. Umi Sake House

4.7

Exceptional(2548)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 70 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!

9. Ben Paris

4.3

Awesome(1167)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 38 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.

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10. Momiji Capitol Hill

4.7

Exceptional(1803)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 35 times today

Momiji is a hand-crafted Japanese restaurant located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Our menu features sushi, omakase and other traditional Japanese foods prepared from great Northwest ingredients. Our courtyard will be an oasis in the bustling neighborhood.

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Blake
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We love us some Tulio's. It is just so wonderful to dine in an establishment that is more than excellent, it is confident in its excellence. The service is fun, helpful and friendly, and the food delicious. Be sure to sample the grapefruit "Limoncello"
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TulioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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KeithVIP
Las Vegas •121 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We’ve only had great experiences, bringing friends and family before we attend Kraken hockey games. Both the gumbo and jambalaya are second to none…. Will keep coming back for more.
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Toulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne
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4.6
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AlexVIP
Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was amazing, service was great. Even my very particular family was impressed. There was a large party right by us but did not take away from the experience.
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AssaggioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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Linda
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
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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Montserrath
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
I travel from So. CAL & was craving some Mexican food; highly recommend this restaurant. The service was amazing it felt welcoming and warm during the festive weather. The food was delicious, I got the classic chilaquiles & barbacua. Also the Horchata Latte was delicious.
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Maiz MolinoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.6

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80 restaurants available nearby

1. Sushi Kashiba

2. Assaggio

3. Tulio

4. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

5. Maiz Molino

6. La Fontana Siciliana

7. Cinque Terre Ristorante

8. Umi Sake House

9. Ben Paris

10. Momiji Capitol Hill

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