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Rider, Seattle, WA

Rider

4.1
4.1
587 Reviews
$31 to $50
Grill

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Hot spot
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Grill, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Riccardo Bilotta
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    7th Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available at 1531 7th Ave, Seattle Washington 98101.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 587 people are saying

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4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rider impresses with its "great vibe" and "exceptional food," making it an ideal spot for pre-theater dining near the Paramount. The wood fire grill adds a unique touch, though diners note a "smokey" aroma. Service is praised for its "friendly and accommodating" staff, particularly Brenda, ensuring a memorable experience.
587 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Seattle6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the steak frites. The steak itself was very tendon-y. Not my favorite but the fries were good. Maybe I just got a bad cut? My wife had the burger and she liked it.

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  2. Kathyjo

    Seattle2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Ambiance was aesthetically pleasing initially we were drawn into the huge wood fire grill (where I watched them cook my fish) the unfortunate part was we left smelling of wood smoke, not a huge deal honestly except we then packed ourselves into a venue for a show. I could smell it and I would assume others could as well, just something to be aware of and perhaps request seating in the upper portion of the restaurant instead of the wood fire area if you are attending an event afterward. The room didn’t appear “smoky” at all and we didn’t notice a smoky environment for breathing but I (and my partner) smelt of it nonetheless. The food: I had the trout. I absolutely love trout and have had it countless times. My trout was the entire size of my plate and perfectly cooked however mostly tasteless. I have never had farm trout and it may account for the taste but I’ve always known trout to have a, stronger than most, fish taste (which I like). This trout had very milky white meat and very, very mild fish taste (not what I am used too). Now for those who appreciate a mild fish this would be ideal but it wasn’t for me personally. I will reiterate it was perfectly cooked! My partner had the filet mignon, also perfectly cooked. It was delicious and a generous size. I ordered carrots instead of potatoes that come with the fish. Nicely cooked and I loved the hazelnut topping but desperately needed a hit of salt and were placed on what appeared to be purée but tasted of straight sour cream. The potatoes that came with the steak were great and perfectly seasoned, had a slight smash to some which gave them a nice crisp edge. I appreciate reviews and hope this may shed some light that helps someone have a great experience.

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    Monterrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    service was great !! also, food and drinks were excellent

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  4. d5d2

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beware of the smoke, we left with our clothes smelling like wood fire. Not the best idea for business events, when my one blazer starts smelling like bbq. The pork my coworker had, not great. My halibut needed more sauce and our pork belly app, was one chuck, I thought it was going to be sliced and shared, nope.

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  5. PatF VIP

    Seattle4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were awesome. Came back after a show, they remembered us and set us up with drinks. Great vibe.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My waitress had an attitude so that’s why it got Stars! Food was good.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brenda was a fabulous waitress. She was so friendly and accommodating. The ambiance was amazing and the food was exceptional.

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  8. Douglas VIP

    Seattle16 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We had 10:00am reservation, stayed at the hotel, and you never even opened you doors even at 10:10 so we left. Do better. Your Parmesan fries were good in the bar the night before so there’s that.

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  9. Amy VIP

    Tampa16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a very good meal. Waitress was ok. It was a bit warm inside the restaurant and prices were a bit steep. Nice place though.

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  10. Katie

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner before a show at the Paramount! Great ambiance, friendly host and server, eclectic menu with lots of options for fish or meat lovers, and interesting cocktail/mocktails. We will be back!

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619 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th Ave
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Grill, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available at 1531 7th Ave, Seattle Washington 98101.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Riccardo Bilotta
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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