Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Mercer Island

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3781)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 31 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.

2. Terra Plata

4.6

Exceptional(4183)

Price: Very Expensive

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

Booked 32 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.

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3. Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(4790)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bellevue

Booked 41 times today

Seastar Restaurant & Bar is Bellevue’s #1 seafood restaurant! Locally owned and operated for the past 21 years by celebrity chef and Northwest philanthropist John Howie, Seastar is known for its seasonally inspired menus, diverse selection of locally caught seafood and its award-winning wine program. Chef Howie and his team meticulously source the best seafood in the region and create culinary wonders that surprise and delight. Our raw bar features fresh oysters, poke, ceviche, and an array of fresh sushi, sashimi and unique preparations of rolls and nigiri. The dynamic cocktail and bar program features spirits from Chef Howie’s own Wildwood Spirits Co., and the wine program boasts over 750 wines, winning prestigious awards like Food & Wine’s “Best Wine List in America.” Our knowledgeable sommeliers will help find the perfect pairing for every seafood dish or from the land fare, creating a culinary experience unlike any other.

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4. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Bellevue

4.5

Awesome(1176)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bellevue

Booked 84 times today

Welcome to Earls Bellevue, our restaurant located in the heart of Lincoln Square, where you'll experience a truly captivating atmosphere. With its sun-drenched ambiance and impressive features like 28-foot ceilings, stunning marble and onyx fireplaces, and a meticulously curated glass wine room, our venue promises a one-of-a-kind dining experience. For those with large groups, we offer a private dining area available for bookings year-round. Indulge in our daily features, Happy Hour, late night Happy Hour, and weekend Brunch Happy Hour, as you bask in the elegance and charm of our surroundings. Whether you're seeking a memorable meal or a vibrant social gathering, our location is the perfect one. Your table is ready. We can't wait to see you!

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5. Fogo de Chao - Bellevue

4.1

Excellent(2177)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Bellevue

Booked 129 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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6. Momiji Capitol Hill

4.8

Exceptional(1795)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 39 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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7. Wild Wasabi Signature

4.6

Exceptional(118)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Bellevue

Booked 14 times today

Tokyo Steak House is a hot spot in Bellevue, known for its authentic Japanese Teppanyaki cooking. It's praised for its entertaining chefs who juggle hot flames and sharp knives while preparing food at your table. The cuisine is described as 'unbelievable', 'outstanding', and 'consistent'. It's also loved for its fun and engaging atmosphere, making it an exceptional dining experience. As one reviewer put it, 'If you are looking for a wild and delicious night, this is THE spot!'

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8. Stateside - Seattle

4.9

Exceptional(326)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 22 times today

Chef Eric Johnson cooks casual but elegant dishes at his Capitol Hill restaurant specializing in Contemporary Asian cuisine. Since opening in 2014, he’s won over Seattle diners with dishes like chili cumin pork ribs, fried master stock chicken, and crispy duck fresh rolls. The cocktails feature Southeast Asian ingredients like galangal and lime leaf. Stateside is conveniently located on lower Capitol Hill within a short walk of the Convention Center, the Paramount theater and downtown. Check out Stateside's cocktail lounge next door, Foreign National, for an intimate craft cocktail experience.

9. Osteria La Spiga

4.5

Awesome(1975)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 23 times today

Open for Indoor and (seasonal) Patio dining TUES–WED, 5:00pm-9:00pm, and THURS–SAT, 5:00pm-9:30pm. Please be sure to select "Outdoor" when reserving the patio; otherwise we cannot guarantee you'll be seated there. Happy Hour is TUES-SAT, 5:00pm-6:00pm. Online ordering for takeout: TUES–SAT, 5pm-8:30pm—pick up at la Spiga (load zone out front).Since 1998, la Spiga has been renowned for its authentic, northern Italian cuisine -- a gastronomic tribute to Italy's Emilia-Romagna region. Executive chef and co-founder, Sabrina Tinsley, prepares all items from scratch, using whole foods and house-made stocks. Enjoy fresh pastas and sauces, tasty seasonal dishes, house-made breads and desserts, Italian wines and craft cocktails.Our atmosphere is rustically elegant--warm enough for family & cool enough for a date.Please note that a 20% service charge on the total bill will be automatically added for parties of 8 or more, plus sales tax.

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10. Polar Bar at the Arctic Club Hotel

4.7

Exceptional(2)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Unwind in the popular bar of the hotel and take a step back in time to an era where style and quality are one and the drinks are first class. Lounge in luxurious leather seating surrounded by velvet draperies and choose from a full bar of local wine, craft beer, signature cocktails, or soft drinks. Enjoy a regionally inspired selection of appetizers, small plates and entrees created by our Executive Chef & team. A gathering area by day and a lively hot spot at night, The Polar Bar is a destination for visitors and locals alike with endless opportunities to mix and mingle in Emerald City.

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Jose
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The only complaint is the wifi no reaching the back room. OTHER THAN THAT! the evening was incredible. Deen was amazing and made my first date memorable. Will be back for sure
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Momiji Capitol HillPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.8
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Leon
Seattle / Eastern Washington •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great experience as usual. Service impeccable and food excellent. Only small gripe is the noise level. It’s very loud in the restaurant which could do with some sound dampening panels
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Seastar Restaurant & Raw BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bellevue
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4.7
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Marisavip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •77 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I tried the place again and I liked it much better this time. Food was delicious. We got the steak and sushi plate, Branzino and spicy roll. We all enjoyed it.
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - BellevuePrice: Expensive• American• Bellevue
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4.5
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Anne
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Such a lovely night and dining experience all the way around. Food and drinks were absolutely exceptional. Service - wonderful: attentive but not intrusive. Ambiance…lovely, but just a bit chilly by the front door. Looking forward to returning soon.
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SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.8
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Colby
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What a great dining experience, surpassed only by the quality of the food.
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Terra PlataPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.6

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Spinasse

2. Terra Plata

3. Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Bellevue

5. Fogo de Chao - Bellevue

6. Momiji Capitol Hill

7. Wild Wasabi Signature

8. Stateside - Seattle

9. Osteria La Spiga

10. Polar Bar at the Arctic Club Hotel

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