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Best Date Night Restaurants in Ballard

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A photo of San Fermo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1646)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Ballard
Booked 34 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.
A photo of Sabine Café and Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(79)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Ballard
reservations accepted for dinner only, from 5pm-9pm. our day café remains walk-up and counter-service only - NO reservations accepted for brunch. we are 21+ after 10pm on friday and saturday.sabine is a café, bar, and bakery serving a lively daytime and nighttime experience for all on ballard ave. here you'll find vibrant espresso drinks, colorful cocktails, and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. our inviting menus by chef dunkelberger draw upon mediterranean influences with middle eastern spices and herbs, while our dedication to using local, in-season, and organic ingredients wherever we can highlights the bounty of the northwest. our mezze and salatim dishes are meant to be shared; here we value the community that dining together brings.
A photo of Stoneburner restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1706)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ballard
Booked 25 times today
The 120-­‐seat restaurant is Chef Jason Stoneburner’s homage to the varied cooking styles of the Mediterranean and the natural bounty of the Pacific Northwest with a focus on stone hearth cooking. The inviting restaurant is furnished with architectural objects and antiques from all over the globe, giving it a warm, timeless feel. Private dining is available in the restaurant with the Olympic Rooftop Pavilion providing stunning event space atop the hotel.
A photo of Moshi Moshi Sushi restaurant
4.3
Awesome(670)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Ballard
Booked 19 times today
Moshi Moshi Sushi and Izakaya is a woman-and-PoC owned, full-service Japanese restaurant in the heart of historic Ballard. We specialize in traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine, using the highest quality ingredients available. In addition to our amazing sushi, we offer an extensive menu of hot items and entrees, sure to provide something for everyone.Be sure to see our custom-built LED cherry tree from our upper level dining area!
A photo of The Ballard Cut restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(644)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Ballard
Booked 14 times today
The Ballard Cut is a top choice for date nights, as many reviews highlight. Its excellent ambiance, attentive service, and delicious food make it an ideal spot for a romantic evening out. One reviewer noted, 'Great spot for a date night. Great cocktails, great food, great service.' Another shared, 'Fantastic experience! We celebrated our wedding anniversary. Our table was ready upon arrival, and the hostess sat us at a cozy window seat that was intimate and romantic.'
A photo of The Ivy - Seattle restaurant
4.2
Awesome(18)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Ballard
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to The Ivy, where culinary tradition meets innovative flair! Nestled in Ballard, just north of downtown Seattle, we invite you to embark on a vibrant journey through Asian fusion cuisine. Our diverse menu features everything from expertly crafted sushi rolls to our indulgent double wagyu smash burger, all designed to tantalize your taste buds.We are a 21+ only establishment.
A photo of The Pink Door restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(9026)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 126 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 Spinasse restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3818)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 32 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.
A photo of Grappa - Seattle restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1226)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Queen Anne
Booked 21 times today
Grappa in Seattle is a top pick for a date night. With its warm, intimate ambiance and Mediterranean small plates, it's been praised as 'perfect for a date night' and 'great for an enjoyable dinner'. The decorative candles, expansive wine list, and efficient service contribute to its romantic vibe. As one reviewer put it, 'the ambiance you want' without breaking the bank.
A photo of Joule restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1419)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Wallingford
Booked 10 times today
Joule, the first restaurant from celebrated husband and wife cooking team Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi, is re-located in October, 2012 to the innovative, newly developed the Fremont Collective in Seattle’s Wallingford/Fremont neighborhood. From its original opening in 2007, Joule has cultivated a loyal dining fan base and captured the attention of an admiring local and national media captivated by the couple’s unique, modern perspective on Korean cuisine. Joule, the mature sibling to Yang and Chirchi’s restaurant, Revel, highlights Korea’s love of beef featuring unconventional cuts accompanied by distinctive and shareable side dishes.Joule takes reservations for 1.75-3 hour time slots (depending on party size). We do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible and ask that you are considerate of other diners at the end of your meal. If you feel that your party requires more time, please let us know in the notes and we will get back to you with our available accommodations.

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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
  • Cyrus
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Ambiance was very lively but romantic, the service was fantastic and our server was great. Drinks were delicious and the food was amazing, we tried the whipped feta, the chicken and the lamb kabob, and we loved it all. The dessert we tried was the pistachio Dubai tart, it was very rich and complex, and scrumptious. Would come here again, me and my girlfriend went here for Valentine’s Day, and it was a great spot for that, very classy
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    Sabine Café and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ballard
    4.8
  • Kyle
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My wife and I came in on February 13th for a early Valentines day meal! It was our first date night out since we had our first child on January 1st of this year. As always Stoneburner was amazing! service, food, ambiance, and beverages were all incredible. We shared 10 plates Beef Tartare (my wifes first and she loved it) ramps are amazing seared scallops (my wifes favorite of the night) Oyster mushrooms Beet salad all four pastas pork milanese ( Kohlrabi slaw was amazing great texture) and the baked alaska! it was all amazing! the drink Liberty fix #2 was incredible clarified drinks are so unassuming and this one was incredibly well balanced. Best gin drink I have had! Thank you again for the great evening we couldn't have been happier and we will be back soon!
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    StoneburnerPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballard
    4.8
  • Mark
    Utah •80 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 6, 2025
    This was our first time at Ballard Cut and we really loved it. The food was really quite good, the service was excellent and the ambience was nice on a Wednesday evening. Our only complaint is that we wish they would indicate which menue items are gluten free. Otherwise not complaints, hight recommended.
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    The Ballard CutPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ballard
    4.7
  • Folmer
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 6, 2025
    Great food and service! We have wanted to go for a while and had out of town guests, so it was the perfect opportunity to try it. We will go back again!
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    The Ivy - SeattlePrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Ballard
    4.2

Discover best date night restaurants in Ballard

Discover the perfect spots for a romantic date night in Ballard, Seattle, a neighborhood renowned for its eclectic dining scene that catulates to intimate evenings. Ballard offers a diverse array of restaurants ideal for creating memorable experiences on special occasions. Each venue provides a unique ambiance, ranging from casual sophistication to high-energy environments, ensuring that every couple can find a setting that suits their style. Menus across these restaurants feature a blend of local flavors and international cuisines, often accompanied by a selection of fine wines and artisan cocktails, perfect for toasting to love and life. Attentive service and beautifully prepared dishes add to the overall enchanting experience, making each meal more than just dining out, but a night to remember. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary or simply enjoying each other's company, Ballard's vibrant culinary offerings make it the top destination for date nights in Seattle's Eastern Washington area.

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