Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in International District

42 restaurants available nearby

1. Rider

4.0

Excellent(561)

Price: Expensive

• Grill • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

RIDER celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest by working closely with small, local, family-owned farms, ranches, fishermen, foragers, vineyards, and craftsmen. We strive to offer fresh, unique ingredients that showcase the region that we love.

2. Deep Dive

4.7

Exceptional(331)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 12 times today

Deep Dive is a unique and stylish cocktail lounge inside an art installation, delivering an exceptional experience. As one reviewer noted, 'the ambiance is nice and modern. A must for any milestone or date night.' The place is known for its superior service, delicious small bites, and creative, unique cocktails. Despite the higher prices, guests consider it worth the cost for the distinctive look and feel.

3. Terra Plata

4.7

Exceptional(4201)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 39 times today

Terra Plata is James Beard award winning Chef Tamara Murphy's "Earth to Plate" concept. It is the result of her love for creative and delicious plates inspired by the seasons and made possible by our local growers & artisan producers.

4. Shuckers

4.7

Exceptional(2557)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Downtown

Boasting the beautifully carved oak paneling and unique tin ceiling of the haberdashery it once was in the 1930s, Shuckers is one of Seattle's oldest and most preeminent oyster bars.

5. Single Shot

4.9

Exceptional(1310)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 29 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.

6. Tulio

4.7

Exceptional(4105)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 24 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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7. Metropolitan Grill

4.8

Exceptional(6346)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

The Metropolitan Grill. The moment you step into the Metropolitan Grill, you know you have entered a classic steakhouse. Guests enter through tall mahogany doors to be greeted by tuxedo clad Maitre D’s. Cuts of beef are showcased in a glass display in the front entryway. Framed photographs of celebrities, sports heroes and local politicians, all frequent visitors to The Met, line the walls. At the Metropolitan Grill, the focus is on the Prime beef, American and Japanese Wagyu. Steaks are seared over the high heat of the “Iron Wood of the World,” imported mesquite charcoal, ensuring the most tender, juicy steaks available. Metropolitan Grill Chefs personally select each cut that is served to guests. The Metropolitan Grill’s award-winning wine list showcases the definitive steakhouse selection of premium West Coast red wines, with special emphasis on Cabernets, Merlots and Meritage.

8. 2120

4.8

Exceptional(1485)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

2120 is a fantastic spot for contemporary American cuisine. It's located near Seattle's iconic Space Needle and is highly praised for its fresh, locally sourced food, unique cocktails, and top-notch service. Reviewers have described the food as 'amazing', 'beautifully prepared', and 'delicious', with many highlighting the 'thoughtful menu' and 'great atmosphere'. This place is worth the drive for a fantastic dining experience.

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9. Daniel's Broiler - Downtown Seattle

4.3

Awesome(635)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Located on the second floor of the Hyatt Regency Seattle, guests enjoy downtown views with live piano music, USDA Prime Steaks—the top two percent of all graded beef in the nation—as well as other traditional steakhouse favorites and our award-winning wine list. Our Rickhouse Whiskey Bar offers a wide selection of whiskey and other fine spirits from around the globe.

10. Grappa - Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(1218)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Queen Anne

Booked 38 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!

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5.0
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Portland / Oregon •9 reviews
4.0
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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in International District

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42 restaurants available nearby

1. Rider

2. Deep Dive

3. Terra Plata

4. Shuckers

5. Single Shot

6. Tulio

7. Metropolitan Grill

8. 2120

9. Daniel's Broiler - Downtown Seattle

10. Grappa - Seattle

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