I came across Aerlume as I was looking for a somewhat fancy restaurant to have dinner with a view of the water. It was a simple process to make a reservation on their website, and I was even able to make a note that I was celebrating my birthday. Aerlume is right next to Pike's Place, so finding parking may be a challenge but don't let that discourage you from trying it out. Service was amazing and the food was really good too. While waiting for my appetizer, the chef brought me a steak sashimi amuse bouche that was absolutely delicious!! My mouth is watering thinking about it. I kept it light with the citrus marinated beets as my appetizer. Although I don't usually eat beets, I thought this dish was so good! For my main course, I got the C.A.B. filet mignon. The steak was cooked perfectly and everything tasted so good together. I was amazed by the how thick the asparagus was! I did inhale my food quite fast so I passed on dessert in favor of hot tea, but their dessert selection also sounded yum. I regret not getting the carrot cake. I had a great experience dining here and would love to eat outside in the future! Also, if you're wondering, I don't believe there's a dress code. Their website doesn't make note of one and I was ok to dine in my jeans and Gazelles. read more

Aerlume - CITRUS MARINATED BEETS - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Aerlume is a beautiful restaurant right on the waterfront with delicious food. I came for Seattle Restaurant Week, and had the coconut congee soup, the pork shank with tropical fruit chutney and brussels sprouts, and the dessert duo. The congee was a perfect thickness, with flavors you don't usually have in congee...but it works! It's a nice and light way to start the meal. It's a shame that you don't see pork shank on more restaurant menus, because it is a criminally underrated cut of meat. The shank at Aerlume falls completely off the bone with just a nudge of your fork. The rich savory flavor of the meat is perfectly complemented by the sauce and the chutney, which brightens it all up and keeps it from becoming overly heavy in your mouth and stomach. Brussels on the side are your standard incredibly crispy sprouts. We also ordered the bread and butter off the a la carte menu, just to try. The breads are excellent, and you can definitely taste the ube in the ube butter, but in my opinion this is one of those cases where adding ube just isn't necessary. They did forget about our bread, so this didn't show up for us until we asked about it most of the way through our meal. The dessert duo is made up of a square of carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and a chocolate crunch bar -- devastatingly smooth chocolate mousse on top of a thin crunchy wafer with raspberry sauce on the side. I appreciated the variety of flavors and textures. It was the perfect way to round out the meal. We had an excellent meal, accompanied by great service. It would be a perfect spot for a celebratory dinner, or to take parents to when they visit town. read more

Beautiful waterfront views, memorable dishes, and a great spot for a special occasion. We came here to celebrate our friend's birthday and had such a fun experience overall. The ambiance alone makes this place feel special. There is bar seating around a fireplace near the entrance, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water, and even a balcony with a few outdoor tables. We came around sunset, and the views were absolutely beautiful. We ordered a mix of shareables, entrees, and sides and shared everything family style. Standout starters for me were the Peruvian Steak Bites, which were incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The Yellowfin Tuna Poke was another favorite. It was light, fresh, had a slight kick, and I loved that it came with crispy rice paper instead of the usual chips, which gave it a nice texture and made it feel a little different. The Crispy Cauliflower was also very good. Crispy on the outside, hot and flavorful on the inside, and the creamy aioli paired really well with it. We also added the bone marrow butter with thin sliced toasted bread instead of the traditional sourdough, and that ended up being a great choice. For entrees, the Fried Half Chicken was one of the stronger dishes. The skin was super crispy, the chicken was tender and juicy inside, and the honey mustard aioli paired really well with it. Portion sizes on the entrees were generous. The Heritage Berkshire Farms Pork Shank was also excellent. The pork was so tender it practically fell off the bone, and the mango sauce worked really well with it. The Dungeness and Rock Crab Mac and Cheese came out piping hot in a clay pot, which I loved. I was hoping for a little more crab, but it was still enjoyable. The Wild Alaska Black Cod had a beautifully crispy skin, but flavor-wise this was probably the one dish that fell a little short for me. The sausage that came with it had a nice spice, but I did not feel like it paired particularly well with the cod. A couple smaller notes. The sticky rice with the chicken was softer and mushier than what I usually expect from sticky rice. The brussels sprouts had a nice garlicky flavor with a slight kick, but were a little softer than I personally prefer. Service was a little mixed. Our waiter did provide some good recommendations, but the warmth and attentiveness felt inconsistent depending on who at our table was asking. I also asked for an iced espresso with milk and got a comment about them not being Starbucks, which felt a little unnecessary. On the positive side, food came out quickly, and I appreciated that they cleared and reset the table between courses, which made the meal feel elevated. To end the night, they treated our birthday girl to a complimentary dessert and let us choose anything from the dessert menu. We went with the carrot cake and pistachio ice cream, and it was the perfect ending. The cake was moist, sweet, and paired really well with the ice cream. Overall, between the views, the ambiance, several standout dishes, and thoughtful touches throughout the meal, this is definitely a spot I would come back to for a date night or special occasion. read more

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Came to Aerlume for a celebratory dinner and had a window view to overlook the water and I was amazed at how beautiful this restaurant is. Service is outstanding, and I ordered crab cake appetizer and got a seasonal King Salmon entree which was spectacular. Great location, great views, and great memories. I will definitely come back again! read more

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Came here for our 10 year engagement anniversary and siiiiiggghhh I love this place. The restaurant is just beautiful with a gorgeous view, we were here just at sunset which just added to the prettiness. They placed red petals on our table with a sweet little card. The service is always so very attentive as well with just the perfect balance of privacy for our dinner. So let's talk food SAGANAKI CHEESE PLATE 5/5 this was a beautiful dish the cheese had a great crispy exterior and the chili sauce that came with delicious SEARED SEA SCALLOPS 5/5 I couldn't resist ordering this again and boy it was hard deciding between this and the lamb carbonara but it won out in the end. Perfectly cooked, I probably would say the first time I had it it came with fried sweet potato versus the roasted roots the prior of which I preferred, otherwise it was delicious GRILLED KING SALMON 5/5 my husband loved this dish, the skin was super crispy without over cooking the salmon. DUNGENESS & ROCK CRAB MAC & CHEESE 5/5 listen just get this, don't even question it. It's decadent and creamy and tasty.... Just... trust me GARLIC CHILI OIL BRUSSELS SPROUTS 5/5 don't you just love a really good veggie side that has its own kick, this thing was delicious with the perfect amount of heat I would 100000% recommend this place, especially for a special occasion BUT they also have a happy hour, go have fun my peeps read more

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It's been a while since I went somewhere with truly excellent service. Everyone from beginning to end, was truly emanating happiness and pleasure towards each other and the guests. It felt lovely! I frequently go to the market, to people watch, find new bites, enjoy happy hour, you know, just to relax. I happened to see a gentleman placing an Open sign in front of a hidden away, but pretty looking bar. It piqued my interest and I wanted to find out, was it a bar? A hotel lobby? A restaurant? It's very easy to walk past. Turns out, they have the hospitality and great food and an even better bar menu. Lots of fun options for cocktails, mocktails, and zero-proof to delight all tastebuds. Food wise: We enjoyed the Crab Cakes, which came with a nice mayo based sauce, pickled red onion, and arugula to cut through the richness. SO good! We also indulged in the Octopus, which was the most tender and flavorful we have yet to find in Seattle! There was good char and the same mayo but very flavorful sauce as the crab cake. I think in that regard, the crab cake could use an additional sauce on the opposite side to liven it up a touch. Maybe a jelly somethin-somethin? Finally, since bread was on the menu, we had to check it out. It was really well done sourdough and a darker wheaty/rye (can't remember, sorry!) and it came with a cranberry fig butter, that I assumed was seasonal and likely to change in the warmer months. I could be wrong and wouldn't be mad if they kept it year round. They also have a great happy hour that I looked forward to checking out. It's a beautiful spot, and even better to find out they're apart of the El Gaucho family! I always want to make my way back to Aqua or El Gaucho, and honestly just don't make the time. This is a convenient stop for me as I mosey along at the Market a couple times a month, so I am really glad I found this gem of a spot! I met with the General Manager, Scotty, and he seems like a standout guy! Pablo was great and very much wanted us to enjoy our time at Aerlume, and Matt rounded out the entire stop with outstanding service. Just great timing, recommendations and conversation. Keep it up, Aerlume! I hope to see you hanging out with that gorgeous view for years to come. read more

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Went with a reso. The place was packed and buzzing. Great ambience. Staff and service was very good. get a window seating if you can - you'll love the view. We tried crab cakes, grilled octopus, pork shank and grilled cod. I loved the shank and second fav was the crab cakes. The octopus had great flavor but it was rubbery. The crab cake was pretty decent. Cocktails were good. Few additional things: They charge a 20% service charge by default. Parking is available below the building. However the restaurant does not provide parking validation :( read more

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Came here on the weekend during happy hour. Their happy hour is from 4-6pm Tuesday to Saturday. We got 3 bites item and 1 dessert item. For the bites, we ordered the crispy fish taco, aerlume burger, and bone marrow fries. I think the food here is just alrighty, it's not bad and it's not that great. The crispy fish taco was crunchy and a little sour, fish was okay, flavor was decent. The aerlume burger is very mediocre, it just taste like something homemade. Bone marrow fries is like regular fries, I don't taste any bone marrow. I do like their dessert, we got the carrot cake, it was delicious and the pistachio ice cream that came with it pairs very well with the cake. Cake is not too sweet, big portion, can be shared with 2-3 people. Overall, I think food is just okay. Nothing too impressive that I would come back to. I do have to say that their customer service and ambiance is excellent. Staff are very friendly and the location is beautiful. read more

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***************** 3/30/26 UPDATE *************** Within a couple of days, the General Manager Scott posted what I felt was a sincere response--something that, on its own, would typically have been enough. However, he went a step further by reaching out to me personally that evening and when he didn't reach me, he called again the following day. While the initial apology would have sufficed, Scott's additional effort to connect and spend about 20 minutes discussing my experience demonstrated how seriously my feedback was taken. We ended up having a very productive conversation--one that clearly reflects what they truly offer - exceptional service. Because of that we are genuinely looking forward to our next visit. Thank you, Aerlume--and thank you, Scott--for delivering the level of service I've come to deeply appreciate from a brand that operates in rare air. ****** Original Review ****** The restaurant describes itself as being a sister to El Gaucho, a place I've visited many times over the past 40+ years in Seattle and have always associated with consistently high standards--alongside spots like The Met, Daniel's, McCormick's, The Rusty Pelican and others. But laying claim to a namesake by association doesn't make you part of the family. The service was solid, and the staff were attentive--especially the gentleman who mentioned he'd been there for three years, along with the person refilling our water. Both did a great job. Some dishes stood out in a good way. The crispy cauliflower, Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, and the seasonal vegetarian option (mushroom "steak" with Jamaican seasonings) were all satisfying and well-executed. However, two items gravely missed the mark. The garlic chili oil Brussels sprouts were disappointing--mushy, lacking texture, and fairly one-dimensional. They tasted like boiled sprouts with chili oil, without any sweetness or contrast to balance the heat. A bit more creativity--something like dried fruit, nuts, maple syrup or cheese--could have added depth and interest. The biggest letdown was the roasted "half" chicken. First, the portion was noticeably less than half --closer to a breast, part of a wing, and a very small drumstick. Second, it looked like it had been sitting under a heat lamp for too long--dry and uninspired. At $36 (plus the mandatory 15% gratuity charge and tax that would be over $45), it was not a good value. Over cooking scallops or getting the temperature wrong on a steak might be understandable. But missing the mark on a $45.00 chicken? Honestly, I would have preferred a simple rotisserie. My date encouraged me to send the dish back or at least post a photo online, but I chose not to. In the bigger picture, I'm grateful to be able to enjoy a night out at all. In the end, it felt like the experience leaned more on the atmosphere, a decent but not jaw dropping view, and built-in gratuity rather than on delivering a memorable meal that would bring guests back again. read more

We came in to celebrate our anniversary on Friday. Early during the day I received a call from the restaurant asking for my partners name. When we sat down they had put a card with both our names to wish us a happy anniversary. The table had both chairs facing the amazing view of the Puget Sound. You could watch ferries leaving and coming back. I noticed it was quite warm in there not sure if that was the windows or not, but it didn't both us too much! Our waiter was very personable and helpful. He was attentive and helped answer any questions we had. Most of the menu is gluten free which is a huge plus for me! We had the poke to start, it was very refreshing and the waiter mixed it at the table. This was a highlight! We enjoyed the wasabi based sauce, it was quite a bit lighter than other wasabi I've had. We then ordered the scallops, black cod, dungeness mac and cheese, and the brussel sprouts. The scallops were just okay the actual scallops lacked a bit of flavor, but they were cooked perfectly! The black cod was definitely the highlight of the entrees. I loved the crispy skin and sauce served. The dungeness mac and cheese could be made gluten free and it was fantastic. It wasn't too rice just the right amount of sauce and crab. The brussel sprouts were really good, flash fried and then covered with chili oil. I wish there was a bit more sodium on this one. Other than a few moments that I thought fell short, everything else was amazing and I would definitely come back! read more

Aerlume - Poke - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Service was impeccable. Multiple people attending to anything we wanted. Food was delicious. Had a table facing the water. Great night! read more

Aerlume - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Had a lovely happy hour here! I sat at the bar and Carissa took great care of me. Most notable is her making sure I saw that the tip of 20% was already included in the bill at the end of my meal. She was so nice about it, I left more. You can sorta see the water from the bar And the overall feel of the place was vibrant. I came for the happy hour and it did not disappoint. Tacos and a manhattan for the win. Met lovely people and would come back. read more

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The perfect place for date night, special occasion, or just because, Aerlume is the place to be! Everything we had was incredible but what blew me away was their GLUTEN FREE Buttermilk Fried Chicken!! If they hadn't mentioned it was GF I never would have known. It's served with a house-made mole sauce that pairs well with the chicken, and Spanish rice. We also ordered the Heritage Berkshire Farms Pork Shank which literally fell off the bone and is a fan favorite for their fall menu. Our server, Maya, was unforgettable. We ordered almost everything she recommended for us, and she was so incredibly friendly and made us feel so welcome!! read more

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Overall: 9/10 Food: 9/10 Heritage Berkshire Farms Pork Shank with crispy sweet potatoes, garlic chili oil Brussels sprouts, and citrus mustard seed jus. Brussels sprouts were surprisingly spicy and the pork shank was very tender and rich. The pork shank was bigger than I expected and I definitely left full which isn't the case most of the time when I go to fancy restaurants. Grilled octopus with cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and chorizo sausage crumble. Octopus was very tender. Brussels sprouts were crispy. Essentials Bakery Bread and Fig Butter. Barely tasted the figs in the butter. Bread was very dense Grilled King Salmon with carmelized root vegetables, roasted squash, salsify, and yuzu chimichurri. Both main dishes were quite large and left us very full Service: 10/10 This was our anniversary dinner and they had put a postcard on our table for us along with real rose pedals. I was also served seltzer water at my request for free Ambiance: 10/10 Fancy waterfront restaurant with a good view read more

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I booked Aerlume for our 22nd anniversary dinner and we weren't disappointed. The card and flowers were a really nice touch. My wife enjoyed a June Gloom mocktail and we both agreed it was a hit. We started with the bread & butter and crispy cauliflower which my wife wasn't a fan of. I'm not sure I would order again but it was tasty enough. Black cod is my absolute favorite but my wife ordered that and it hit the mark. Delicious and cooked to perfection. As I hate ordering the same thing I went with the king salmon and also wasn't disappointed. Crispy skin and perfect temperature. We were too full for dessert so I can't comment on any of those but I would absolutely return to Aerlume again for another special occasion. The ambience and views were stellar and the service was excellent. Thanks for a wonderful evening. read more

Aerlume - Anniversary Table - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The space is lovely with views of the water. There's a cozy fireplace surrounded by barstools perfect for a small group. Staff are friendly and offered nice touches like a card to celebrate a colleague's birthday. Sadly, I'm not a fan of the food. Fried cauliflower gets lost in heavy batter. The stale taco shells filled with small pieces of fried and flavorless fish were left on everyone's plates. Roasted beets looked pretty but were dry. And the crab melt was a creamy mess- if there was fresh crab in the pile, I couldn't find it. To be fair, the server warned me that it wasn't a popular choice. I should've listened. Go for the views and stick to wine or beer. read more

Great food, service and the views are great. We went there to celebrate my husband's 57th birthday as a family. They gave us a personalised birthday card which I thought was a nice touch. The food was delicious. It's definitely a restaurant for special occasions. read more

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Fabulous restaurant overlooking the sound! Walked in on a weeknight and was immediately wowed by the views and ambience. We were promptly seated and ordered appetizers - peruvian steak bites, crispy cauliflower, grilled spanish octopus, marinated beets. For the main course we ordered - Wild Alaskan Black Cod, Scallops & Halibut. For desserts we got their chocolate crunch bar, coffee cheesecake & carrot cake. Everything we ordered was fantastic. The flavors were on point, seafood was fresh, tasty well seasoned and I dont think there was any dish we ordered that wasnt that great. Their cocktails are beyond amazing! We had their version of a fusion Manhattan, Deep Blue, Salsa Night, Lemon Drop and espresso martini and everything tasted divine. Service was top notch. All in all loved my experience dining at Aerlume and highly recommend this spot for date nights with a view. read more

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Aerlume hosted a dinner meeting for my colleague, and the experience was spectacular! The Aerlume team were all very courteous, attentive, and accommodating. The menu was preselected ahead of the meeting, it included a number of appetizers, main course, and dessert. My risotto was filled with perfectly steamed seasonal vegetables, it was delicious. The private room accommodation, service, and food were all excellent. If you're seeking a place in Seattle to host a private event or meeting you can't go wrong selecting Aerlume; I highly recommend. read more

Aerlume - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My family and I love visiting Aerlume for dinner, they have one of the best dining views in the city if not the best and most of their menu is quite good! The menu also rotates so you can try different variations of their dishes. Some dishes are excellent, some can be skipped, but the average dish is pretty good. I hadn't been for their Happy Hour yet, so checked it out with my brother last week. I really enjoyed the small bites and the daiquiris, my favorites from the Happy Hour included the steak bites, smoked salmon rillette, and tuna poke bites. We also ordered the smoked lamb carbonara which was interesting and definitely worth trying. I have to add on a star for the service as well - the service staff are very friendly, helpful, and welcoming every time. It was my birthday week so I received a comped dessert and a birthday note card with petals, which was a very nice touch. I loved the carrot cake and pistachio ice cream combination, it was delicious and I'm craving it again as I'm writing this review haha. Will definitely be back! read more

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I was lucky enough to get invited to a sponsored event here and was completely blown away. What an absolutely stunning space. I've been around this area so many times but never noticed this restaurant. And oh my God they have the most amazing balcony and view. Service here was absolutely exceptional. They were so kind as well as being upscale and elegant. The food itself was fantastic. We had an amazing steak and the salad and their ability to accommodate dietary restrictions like gluten-free were absolutely out of this world. If you're ever looking for a fancy place to eat for a date night or for a special occasion, I would highly recommend this spot, especially in the summer or on a day where you can really admire the views of the Puget sound read more

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Went to Aerlume with an old coworker and her husband and had such an incredible dining experience. The staff were super accommodating and went out of their way to make me custom mocktails since I don't drink - that kind of thoughtful service really makes a difference. The c.a.b filet mignon was absolutely amazing and cooked to perfection. But what really made the night special was dining on the patio with that gorgeous view of the water. read more

Aerlume is great for large groups and corporate events. There is a view of the bay, but you must specifically request a table by the window. The portion sizes are large, making it easy to share with a group. Some of our group favorites: * Tandoori fried half chicken * Peruvian steak bites * Crab mac n' cheese * Grilled Spanish octopus * Garlic chili oil Brussels sprouts * Carrot cake with pistachio ice cream Overall, the food was well-prepared and well-plated, although some were not too creative. Some of the dishes that were mediocre (1 star off): grilled salmon, seared sea scallops, citrus-marinated beets, and crispy cauliflower. For a large restaurant that serves a variety of dishes, Aerlume does a pretty good job of satisfying large groups. read more

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The absolute best upscale restaurant I have been to in the greater Seattle area. My girlfriend booked this place on my birthday and this has been the best ambience I have experienced in a long long time. We tried a bunch of cuisines and in short all of them were exquisite. For starters, we got marinated beets - hands down that was the best beet recipe I ever had. I don't know how you can make beets so flavourful. For mains I went for King Salmon. It was really good. I probably liked the mushrooms and potatoes in the dish even more. As for the flavour profile of salmon, it didn't really stand out but overall the recipe was still above average. Meanwhile my gf tried a veg version of Goat Cheese Agnolotti. It was pretty good especially the goat cheese. We also tried the two mocktail flavours - must say Pike Place Sipper which was a lavender based cocktail is again the best mocktail I have tried. Very rich flavours. For desserts we had Coffee Cheesecakes. My girlfriend loved it because they were able to make a gluten free version of it - in her words this was one of her best cheese cakes ever given it was gluten free. The restaurant treated us with very warm hospitality and service. This being a special occasion I am sure we got one of the best dining seats available. Loved the experience, loved the ambience of Aerlume. Not to forget they made the dessert complimentary - can't say enough of how good this place was. read more

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Absolutely LOVED our experience! What a modern, classy vibe. The views and ambiance is on point whatever season. Felt upscale. Food was delicious. Servers were helpful with dietary restrictions. Will be returning well into the future! read more

Hosted a company buy-out dinner here and the entire event was 10/10. The staff is phenomenal - attentive, helpful, and nice. The bartenders were very quick but also made sure the drinks were made perfectly. The inside is beautiful, and on a nice day the views are stunning. They also were very flexible with us decorating certain spaces and allowing us to make a custom drink menu. I've been at many company buy outs, and the food always takes a hit due to the volume of guests - but NOT here! Everything was cooked perfectly and the tuna was some of the best I've ever had. People are still talking about the event and I cannot recommend this place enough! read more

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I came in right when Aerlume opened at 4 PM, and even though I had a reservation just to be safe, it was worth it from the moment I sat down. I started with the grilled Spanish octopus -- perfectly tender and full of flavor. For my entrée, I had the halibut and added seared scallops along with a fresh, flavorful salad. Every dish was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. The service was excellent -- attentive, friendly, and professional. And that water view? Absolutely stunning. It's the perfect backdrop for an incredible dining experience. I will definitely be recommending Aerlume to friends and family, and I can't wait to come back. read more

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Great place with high quality food . We just ate by the fire pit area as we had no reservation. Great service and good food. Not cheap for sure. read more

Aerlume - Bar and fireplace - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Dear Aerlume, I am so sorry that tonight's dinner did not meet my idea of a wonderful dinner. We had a lovely dinner here last April. I must admit that only one of the starters/small plates was amazing. The Califlower was great, but the steak bites were left uneaten, too acidic! The wrong kind of acid. My $75 tenderloin was not even the proper cut of steak, and it was not cooked properly. I am a food critic and feel sad that this place is far down on my list of favorite places in Seattle. I hope you pick up your game and make this restaurant a truly special place, not just another chain. read more

Beautiful restaurant, with a nice view of the water! We came here to celebrate my birthday and they seated us at the best seat in the room just before sunset. There was a card already on the table when we arrived - a nice touch to the warm and inviting space. The service was wonderful and the food was everything we had hoped for. The halibut was a sizable portion, as were the side of mushrooms (criminis and other wilds). The drinks were unique and memorable, as was the dessert. The only downside to the whole evening had to do with the acoustics of the space - as it filled in it became so loud we couldn't hear each other from across the table. Parking was very convenient directly under the restaurant and was a flat rate for entering after 4 or 5pm on a weeknight. All in all it was lovely and is one of my new favorite local restaurants! Can't wait to return! read more

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I won a gift card from a drawing to visit one of the Reveler's restaurants in Seattle so my husband and I chose to visit one of the restaurants we have walked by so many times but never went in because of the prices. This place is not cheap, I won't lie. But it is absolutely delicious. Before I talk about the food, though, let me mention the view. It is one of the most beautiful views in the city, overlooking the Puget Sound with islands and the Olympic Mountains in the distance. We went on a gorgeous day and could see ferries and sailboats on their voyages which is the quintessential Seattle water view. Even though we didn't sit on the deck outside, we still had a fantastic view from inside the restaurant. It is a cozy restaurant without being pretentious. And my husband and I absolutely loved the open kitchen and being able to see the chefs in their elements. When we were led to our table, the staff had put out a lovely personalized note welcoming us to our date-night out accompanied with rose petals down the length of the table. We saw rose petals on other tables too, so I don't know if this is something they do for everyone, but it felt special. Our waiter was fantastic and attentive without coming back too often: the perfect combination! They also brought us two complimentary bites of fresh scallops with fennel, chutney, and something else that I wish I could remember. It was such a small bite but bursting with flavor. Absolutely delicious. When it came to the food we ordered, my husband and I decided to try quite a few different things. For an appetizer, we got the homemade duck tacos which were divine. They come with three tacos; the one I had was FABULOUS and my husband loved his too. He did mention the second of his taco shells was a little chewy, but I am guessing that is because it was slightly thicker as they are homemade and so have a bit of variation. For mains, we got the Smoked Lamb Carbonara and CAB Filet Mignon which was DIVINE. We also got the El Gaucho Mac & Cheese and an add-on of Seared Sea Scallops which came on what I think was a muhammara and full of flavor. I personally loved everything; it was very different and everything was truly so flavorful. I will mention that the carbonara is not your normal carbonara, so if you are expecting something authentic then this is not it. It is actually quite sweet and minty while the lamb mixed in is incredibly smokey. If you aren't wanting something sweet, then I would avoid this dish. I still quite enjoyed it, but out of everything we had it was my least favorite. Everything else was *chef's kiss* Our waiter also went above and beyond and actually applied an additional $50 off coupon that was expiring that day and we didn't even know about! So the gift card we thought would only last one dinner is actually going to last two, which is fantastic. One thing to note is Aerlume servers are paid based on commission of their sales, so additional gratuities/tips are not expected. Of course, you can leave something extra, but don't need to. I understand technically you don't need to anywhere, but most other places do expect it. That isn't true here. There is also an additional 20% service charge on all items regardless of the number in your party, so keep that in mind when budgeting out your dinner. Note that gift cards or points do not cover service charge, tax, or additional gratuity, so bring another way to pay. We will 100% be back again and are excited to try the rest of the the Revelers restaurants in Washington! read more

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We had a wonderful day after Valentine's Day dinner at Aerlume. It was our first time dining there and we intentionally made an early (5:15) reservation to watch the sunset and it didn't disappoint. The views were outstanding! Our favorite dish was the Perivuan Steak Bites, delicious! We also enjoyed the Crispy Cauliflower. The only dish that disappointed was the Dungeness & Rock Crab Mac & Cheese as it wasn't nearly as rich or decadent as we expected. Maia was our server and she provided top-notch, excellent service all night, contributing to the specialness of the evening. read more

We had dinner there the night before valentines. Ambiance and restaurant are beautiful, food is so mid. We had the steak and salmon, both were very mid (you shouldn't NEED the sauce for a 300+ dollar meal) and the lobster pasta that oddly lacked flavor. The cheesecake was bad, but my wife entertained the PB & j desert, which was quite good. Maybe happy hour is the move here. read more

Everything is great here. People are wonderful. Food is outstanding. I don't know what else to say to make 85 words

This place did not disappoint! We came here to celebrate a birthday. We didn't get a seat near the window but the ambience was still great! We got the cauliflower crispy bites and octopus as starters. We loved both of them. I really liked that the cauliflower wasn't too oily. The octopus was cooked perfectly! For the mains, we got the cod and scallops. I loved the sauce that came with the scallops! The seasonal ingredients within each dish made them more special and delicious. Definitely come here to celebrate a special occasion and make a reservation in advance! read more

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This is my first time back since pre pandemic and had a great time. Celebrated an early birthday dinner with family and was pleased with all the dishes and the great service. I forget her name but our server was prompt, patient, and overall a delight for our dinner. We ordered the grilled octopus (a bit chewier but still just as good as it was when I ordered it back in 2018), crab cakes had plenty of crab meat, the pork shank was super tender, buttermilk fried chicken was a huge portion and super juicy, lamb carbonara was cooked perfectly and had lamb flavor throughout, and the black cod had delicious buttery spinach and a sauce I could drink by itself. So good. I didn't have any cocktails this time, but I do remember prepandemic, they had a really good Old Fashion. Gotta go back next time and try their cocktail menu! Before I forget, we also had the toasted banana bread with candied pecans and marscapone ice cream. Do not pass it up!! Perfect balance of flavors and textures. Never thought of toasting banana bread but doing that from now on! read more

Aerlume - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Mmmm mmm mmm!!! Started off with the something cheese plate, AKA mozzarella sticks. MMMMM FIRE!!!! Soooo yummy. Mother had the octopus yummmm! I had the fried chicken. MMMMMM so delicious! So moist and fell off the bone. And THANK YOU to the lady who asked if I wanted the mole on the side. GOOD CALL. It wasn't bad, I just didn't like it! But the avocado, MAN! MMMM MMM MMM gimme more of dat! So much chicken too. Finally the chocolate cake. Mmmmmm ah yes so delish. I am FULL. Happy birthday to me! read more

Aerlume - Lamb carbanara and fried chicken - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Follow me on IG: @solo_inseattle I had the opportunity to get invited to some here with friends for a birthday celebration. We did not have reservations and they allowed us to dine in as long as we agreed to be finished by 630p for a reservation at that time. We got there at 4p when they opened so we had plenty of time. We shared that it was my friends daughter birthday and they made her a handwritten card and made sure we were all good with the service (my friend dined here prior and had a negative experience) so they kept rotating management which felt a bit much because it was mainly just our table being attended to. While I appreciate the opportunity to right a wrong the 10 minute check ins were a lot. If you go at 4p in January you'll be blinded by the sun in the dining area and there's no shades to shield you. But, eventually it starts to set and it's unmatched. I recommend get there by 445-5p to avoid that beaming light. The dining area is spacious and the food is 10/10. We ordered several things to share and our bill was around $345. This is definitely a must try place and it will not disappoint you! read more

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My wife's cousin and her husband were visiting from Taiwan and they love seafood. So I asked a friend for a recommendation and Aerlume was at the top of the list he gave me. I have been wanting to go here anyways so it was an easy decision to take them here and I can say it was worth it! Short review: we all loved the seafood, especially the wild Alaskan black cod. The crispy cauliflowers and yellowfin tuna poke were also favorites of ours. Long review: first of all, props to the reception staff for allowing us to move up our reservation an hour earlier. Anyways, upon entering we were quickly helped and seated. The dining area is nice where you can see a view of the harbor and west Seattle. The staff and servers were great people, served us quickly and answered any questions we had about the menu. We started off with the crispy cauliflower and the yellowfin tuna poke which they told us are popular orders and these two in particular had a large serving. The cauliflower was very crispy outside and soft inside, very well balanced especially with the fresh capers and sweet raisins. The tuna poke was probably the second one we enjoyed the most. A tasty combination of fresh tuna, spiced crispy rice paper, and avocado wasabi mousse. To our main courses, we shared the fish (salmon and cod) between the four of us, including the two sides Brussells sprouts and crab mac n cheese. The cod was our number one favorite of the night. It was very soft, delicious, and paired really well with the sauce. As for the salmon, I personally thought it was cooked a bit too long, which made it a bit more dry than I expected, but still very good. The Brussels sprouts were great! It did have a bit of a kick but not overwhelmingly spicy. The crab Mac n cheese was great too! I only wished there was more crab in it. Overall, it was a worth it experience and our visitors were impressed with the food and the restaurant itself. read more

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