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- SScottLas Vegas •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe food and service was great. A fanstic experience.More infoThe GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.3
- JJeannePhoenix / Arizona •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe enjoyed our first experience so much that we came back 4 days later. Our 2nd meal was even better than the first! We enjoyed the sushi rolls and sashimi very much. The garden room has a great vibe and although it can get a little loud, it’s worth it. Service is always good. We will be back!More infoUmi Sake HousePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown•4.7
- MMichaelVancouver / British Columbia •15 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoYou have to know what you are looking for or use GPS to find the Pink Door. It has a speakeasy feel to it. Loved the ambiance and everything about the place. We ate in the lounge where the entertainment was, which was great. For a more formal experience try the dining room at the back. It has the views. The Pink Door offers a wonderful evening of food and entertainment. Our server Dina was great.More infoThe Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market•4.8
- PPhillipSeattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAs always, Lola was great. I love the food. We went mid-day to permit folks to order from both the breakfast and lunch menus. I love the dinner menu and will have to get back soon for that.More infoLola SeattlePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown•4.7
- MMICHAELSeattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoWe were seated at our reservation time at a premium table. Our waitress was prompt, friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and efficient. Salad was unique and very flavorful. Small plate to share at Nichol’s recommendation, of scallops was outstanding. Main courses were again unique, flavorful, and exquisite. Desert was to die for. Best meals we’ve had, ever, in Seattle! Can’t wait to return.More infoToulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne•4.6
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Discover U District / U Village
With the University of Washington's main campus in the heart of Seattle's U District, it is no surprise that there is a young, hip vibe to the entire neighborhood. On The Ave in the U District, eateries where you can decorate your pancakes and waffles at a toppings bar or enjoy tom yum to go often draw some of the largest crowds. The U Village is an outdoor mall east of U District that boasts a combination of funky, unique eateries and national chain restaurants. Specialty shops provide wood-fired pizzas, ginger beers, frozen yogurt topping bars, and delicate chocolates.
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Healthy restaurants located in U Village / U District include Piatti - Seattle, Portage Bay Cafe - University District and Mamma Melina
Restaurants with gluten-free options in U Village / U District are Mamma Melina, Piatti - Seattle and Portage Bay Cafe - University District
Bottomless brunch in U Village / U District is available at Portage Bay Cafe - University District, Piatti - Seattle and Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th
The most romantic restaurant in U Village / U District is Piatti - Seattle
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