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A photo of Il Terrazzo Carmine restaurant
1. Il Terrazzo Carmine
4.8
Exceptional(4072)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pioneer Square
Booked 28 times today
Il Terrazzo Carmine, owned and operated by Carmine Smeraldo, is one of Seattle's true dining anomalies - a highly successful restaurant with unfailingly high standards and a loyal, sophisticated clientele. The cuisine has been acclaimed as Seattle's best by the media and more importantly, by local diners. Il Terrazzo Carmine is located in historic Pioneer Square - nestled in an urban-renewed alley with entrances through the vintage lobby on First Avenue or through the delightful courtyard in the back. Since 1984, Carmine Smeraldo's classic Italian restaurant has been where the locals have chosen to return over and over again. From the Carpaccio Di Bue and Spaghettini Dell 'Ortolano for lunch to the Suprema Di Pollo Farcita and Zuppa Di Pesce for dinner you will know you have gone to a place where excellence is a way of life. Arguably the best Italian restaurant in Seattle, Il Terrazzo serves classical Italian cuisine with an atmosphere you may want to call home and never leave
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2. Sushi Kashiba
4.9
Exceptional(834)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 33 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.
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3. Salty's on Alki Beach
4.7
Exceptional(9637)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Seattle/Alki
Booked 95 times today
Located on Alki Beach with the most spectacular view of the Seattle skyline, Salty’s is one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America. Salty’s is renowned for our award-winning fresh seasonal seafood, Pacific Northwest Coastal cuisine, playful atmosphere, and uncommonly genuine service. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are open for year round outdoor dining in our cozy and elegant glass-like tents and on our decks. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to celebrate or just let the stress of the day slip away while enjoying the astonishing waterfront and fresh air of the Elliot Bay. We are truly a great escape and delicious fun! Established in 1980, we are a James Beard Smart Catch Restaurant, proudly independent, family owned and operated, and woman owned.
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4. Rider
4.0
Excellent(552)
Price: Expensive
• Grill • Downtown
Booked 26 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.
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5. TOMO
4.3
Awesome(26)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • White Center
Booked 7 times today
We serve eclectic Japanese-American cuisine and serious wine in a former adult video store. Since opening, Tomo has received recognition as one of the country's best new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report and has been nominated for Outstanding Wine Program by the James Beard Foundation. Chef Brady Ishiwata Williams’ menus are personal, and feature outstanding ingredients prepared simply and with confidence. Our wine program highlights rare and ephemeral wines made by creative, principled people. We also serve a variety of classic and seasonal cocktails, emphasizing small-batch spirits and quality nonalcoholic options.We strive to be a cherished part of our guests' lives, providing a warm atmosphere, ever-changing menus, and exclusive events with top chefs and industry experts from around the world.
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6. Goldfinch Tavern at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
4.7
Exceptional(1758)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Northwest) • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Approachable sophisticated Pacific Northwest cuisine, simply prepared using the finest regional ingredients and served in a dining room with maritime-inspired design and sweeping views of Elliott Bay.Goldfinch Tavern is a collaboration between Ethan Stowell and Four Seasons Hotel Seattle. Named for the state bird of Washington, the American Goldfinch.The upscale tavern pays homage to the city’s pioneer days, when taverns catered to lumberjacks and sailors alike, providing a place for travelers and locals to both socialize and conduct business, all while enjoying drinks and food.
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7. Lark
4.6
Exceptional(1220)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 20 times today
Welcome to Lark, Seattle’s beloved fine-dining destination for 20 years, with New American cuisine from Chef John Sundstrom celebrating the bounty of the Pacific Northwest in a luxurious, comfortable atmosphere with impeccable, welcoming service. Visit our elegant space in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, easily accessible from Downtown Seattle, and experience our James Beard Award-winning food and hospitality.
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8. The Capital Grille - Seattle
4.9
Exceptional(3943)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 48 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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9. IL BISTRO
4.6
Exceptional(2211)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 24 times today
Picture a cozy restaurant nestled in a cavern in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Imagine the freshest local ingredients, authentically prepared, an extensive wine list featuring the best of Italy, the Northwest and California and a classy candlelit bar specializing in hand-made cocktails, single-malt scotches, ports and grappas. Sound like a special evening? Visit Il Bistro and Spend a Night in Italy. For over 30 years, Il Bistro, tucked away down a narrow cobblestone alley in the Pike Place Market, has offered Seattle romantic, fine dining, featuring regional Italian fare. Market fresh Meats, Seafood and Produce are always our priority. Please make a reservation to join us!
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10. Shuckers
4.7
Exceptional(2555)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 10 times today
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.

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  • DaveR
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The concern that we had was that with the salmon and the halibut there was too much salt.
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    RiderPrice: Expensive• Grill• Downtown
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    4
  • ChrisVIP
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went for an anniversary and staff were attentive and honoring our anniversary. Food is great and atmosphere is special.
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    Salty's on Alki BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Seattle/Alki
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    4.7
  • Kelly
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I recently dined at Il Terrazzo Carmine in Seattle to celebrate a birthday, and it was an exceptional experience. We secured a 5 PM reservation, and the restaurant offers complimentary valet parking inside a nearby garage, which, once validated, is free during dinner service. Though tucked between two large buildings and not visible from the main streets, a quick loop revealed the valet sign. Upon arrival, the friendly staff welcomed us warmly, offering coat check, and the cozy ambiance, complete with chandeliers and an upscale setting, felt perfect for the occasion. Compared to their Bellevue location, the Seattle spot was quieter and more convenient with ideal parking. We began with a few drinks and an assorted antipasti plate, complemented by their delicious freshly baked bread and butter. For the main course, we mistakenly ordered larger pasta portions, but the leftovers were a welcome bonus. The evening ended on a sweet note with a complimentary tiramisu, adding to the thoughtful and memorable experience. I would highly recommend Il Terrazzo Carmine for a date night or celebratory dinner and look forward to returning.
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    Il Terrazzo CarminePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pioneer Square
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    4.8
  • PeterVIP
    Philadelphia County •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Second time here, my wife’s first. Omakase all the way! All the waitstaff good communicators and attentive to small things like wiping down the table unobtrusively. Able to converse (hear) but not quiet: a good balance. One of my top ten world restaurants!
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    Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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    4.9
  • RichardVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 8, 2024
    Everything was absolutely perfect except the smoke smell from the casino part.
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    Ms. Jane's Fine DiningPrice: Very Expensive• American• Milton
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    4.8

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