Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Seattle

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

EastsideSeattleSouth of Seattle

Neighbourhoods

Ballard / FremontBellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketCapitol HillCapitol Hill / First HillDowntown

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

126 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge restaurant

1. Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(647)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Regional American (Northwest) • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Where Pacific Northwest cuisine takes a contemporary twist. Situated on the 16th floor of Lotte Hotel Seattle, Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge offers sweeping views of Elliott Bay. Imaginative dishes are crafted with fresh and local ingredients, paired perfectly with carefully curated, seasonally-changing cocktails. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made online for up to 8 guests. For reservations of 9 or more, please email us at charlotte@lottehotelseattle.com or call 206.800.8117 for information on our large party offerings.

2. STELLA.

4.3

Awesome(889)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 11 times today

STELLA. A stylish, neighborhood kitchen offering local, seasonal, and sustainable provisions, as well as recognizable, and rare craft cocktails, wine, and other interesting concoctions. #ohstella!***Fireside RoomThe cozy round s[pace nestled into the Hotel Sorrento's lobby hosts live piano on weekends, our famous Silent Reading Parties, and seasonal high teas. Join us for dinner or or brunch! Please note, the Fireside Room becomes 21+ when we turn down the lights and open the bar at 4 o'clock sharp seven days a week.***The GardenThe Hotel Sorrento's al fresco dining. Our herbaceous and floral patio is available for sunny brunches, and twinkles in the candlelight through dinner service.***Find our calendar of live piano and specialty dinners through the Happening's Page at www.hotelsorrento.com.

A photo of The Fig & The Judge restaurant

3. The Fig & The Judge

4.0

Excellent(63)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

The Fig & The Judge - a market restaurant concept located on the 2nd floor of The Renaissance Seattle Hotel, offering globally inspired dishes along with Pacific Northwest favorites, locally sourced and sustainable. Note that The Fig & The Judge is currently open for breakfast and lunch daily. Our all day menu, full dinner menu and bar appetizers and craft cocktails, local beer and wine are available from 1:30pm to 12:00am in our 515 Bar on the Lobby Level of the Renaissance Seattle.

4. The George

4.4

Awesome(1225)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining destination led by Director of Culinary Eraj Jayawickreme. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu within a high-design space, marking a new era for this historic hotel's iconic dining room. The menu celebrates local, seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts. Savor Pacific Northwest flavors with the freshest seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce. The George pays homage to the historic Georgian Room, a Seattle icon since 1924. Designed by renowned Spanish studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán, the space blends history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, Art Deco chandeliers, and marble floors enhance the ambiance, while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors and original Palladian windows complete the vision. With a private dining room and semi-private enclaves, The George is perfect for groups and special occasions.Restaurant & Bar Design Awards: Best Design, Americas, 2023.

5. Lola Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(4282)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 52 times today

Rustic Mediterranean cuisine at Lola, another in the Tom Douglas family of exceptional downtown restaurants. Don’t miss our hearty breakfasts including eggs benedict and pancakes with sausage, ouzo sizzling kebabs, or our grilled to order pita breads brought to us fresh from our own Dahlia bread bakery right across the street and served with house made spreads. Located in the heart of the bustling Belltown neighborhood, Lola offers the perfect urban dining experience in it’s upbeat environment, just minutes from downtown shopping and theatre to the south and great music and night life to the north on fourth avenue. We’re committed to a green community, composting 75% of waste and supporting our local growers.

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6. Starbucks Reserve® Seattle Roastery

4.5

Awesome(5)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Café • Capitol Hill

Booked 9 times today

Witness the art, science and theater of coffee craft and artisanal baking at Starbucks Reserve® Roastery Seattle. Enjoy thought-provoking, educational offerings in our one-of-a-kind shrine to all things coffee.

A photo of Goldfinch Tavern at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle restaurant

7. Goldfinch Tavern at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

4.5

Awesome(1784)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Northwest) • Downtown

Booked 30 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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8. The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle

4.4

Awesome(188)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Palihotel Seattle is home to The Hart and The Hunter, our laid-back Americana diner featuring elevated diner classics and easygoing cocktails. Established in Los Angeles in 2012, this family-friendly and cheerful Pike market adjacent neighborhood spot offers crave-worthy dishes such as Smoked Corn Beef Hash, Griddled Sandwiches, Pie à la Mode, Savory or Sweet Waffles and other delights! Cocktails range from seasonal specialties to the classics done right.

9. Founders Club

4.5

Awesome(349)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Nestled off the main lobby of Fairmont Olympic Hotel, the Founders Club is an intimate haven with warm lighting, vintage books, sky-inspired art, and polished brass accents. This exclusive space blends 1920s speakeasy charm with modern sophistication, featuring rich crimson interiors reminiscent of a red-light district. Hidden behind a bookcase, the club invites intrigue and curiosity.Specializing in rare, vintage, and limited-edition spirits, the club boasts an impressive Cognac collection and liquor lockers for guests. Signature offerings include Seattle’s most luxurious Manhattan, complemented by indulgent snacks like caviar, Wagyu sliders, and oysters.Ranked #7 Best Hotel Bar in the U.S. by Food & Wine, the Founders Club welcomes walk-ins but recommends reservations. For large party bookings or buyouts, contact PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com.

A photo of Oddfellows Cafe + Bar restaurant

10. Oddfellows Cafe + Bar

4.5

Awesome(152)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 21 times today

Oddfellows Café + Bar is an all-day, all-night café and bar that serves simple, fresh food influenced by New American dishes without pretense. Coffee to cocktails all day and all night featuring coffee from Middle Fork Roasters, elevated cocktails, a natural wine program and locally produced cider and beer. Known locally as “the Pike/Pine corridor’s living room”, Oddfellows is a large welcoming, inclusive space with a laid back vibe that welcomes all — morning to night.

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