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Nell's, Seattle, WA

Nell's

4.7
4.7
1705 Reviews
$31 to $50
Northwest

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
Nell's is an intimate, chef-owned restaurant located in the vibrant Green Lake neighborhood. Open for dinner seven nights a week, Nell's offers European-inspired New American cuisine featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients. If we do not have your desired reservation time available online, please give us a call.

Our chef Philip Mihalski's cooking approach unites his classic training in some of the most celebrated kitchens in New York City and France with his passion for freshness and simplicity.

Nell's menus are designed to pair beautifully with your wine selection from our large wine list. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options on request.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 524-4044
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,705 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Northwest

  • Seattle

    Northwest

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nell's is a beloved Seattle gem known for its "consistently amazing" food and "impeccable" service. The intimate, quiet ambiance makes it ideal for both everyday dining and special occasions. Guests rave about the "fantastic" tasting menu and creative French-inspired cuisine. Nell's dedication to quality and customer safety, especially for gluten-free diners, is commendable.

1,705 Reviews
  1. Brian

    VIP

    Seattle

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant was busy on a Saturday night, but still had a relaxed feel. The food was well presented and prepared. I love that there is parking. Service was friendly and attentive. They could use some new artwork, but everything is comfortable.

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  2. Norman

    VIP

    Seattle

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, cocktails and wine were perfect, service was terrific including a wonderful wine recommendation by our waiter! Our "go-to" place for a good time!

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  3. Hunter

    Seattle

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was dependably delicious - paired well with wine and our company! Thanks Nell’s

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  4. Farin

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner as usual and great wine pairing. We went for Valentine's Day and we each got the opposite items. Everything was perfectly cooked.

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  5. Diane

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and wine were excellent, and the service was well-timed and friendly. My friends and I had a great Galentine’s Day dinner!

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  6. Jami

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We are long-term fans of Nell's. The food is always well cooked, well seasoned, and flavorful. The staff is gracious and helpful. The decor is nothing special but I really don't care. I appreciate that it's usually quiet and has more availability than it should for a place with such good food. The location across the street from Green Lake Park is pleasant and convenient for me. I wish them well.

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  7. Mary Ellen

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently good value and great service. Always worth a visit

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  8. Natalie

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. The dining room is intimate and the menu was diverse and delicious. Servers were very kind and helpful.

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  9. sandra

    VIP

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent fodder and service. Quiet also appreciated

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  10. Myra

    VIP

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nell’s always delivers. Everyone enjoyed their meal and for our kiddo with Celiac disease they go above and beyond to keep her safe. Many menu items are naturally gluten free and they also make adjustments where possible.

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FAQs

Nell's is rated 4.7 stars by 1705 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 5 times today
Google Map for Nell's

6804 E Green Lake Way North, Seattle, WA 98115

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (206) 524-4044
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
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