We came here for my husband's birthday and the entire night delivered. We started with happy hour, had several drinks and appetizers, then moved to our table when it was time for the reservation. The server took care of us through both parts of the evening and the service was excellent from start to finish. Dinner was outstanding, and the view is on another level. Seattle dining isn't cheap, but when the food, service, and setting all come together like this, I don't mind paying for it. Definitely coming back. read more

I am in Seattle visiting with my parents for the USA vs Australia World Cup game. We decided to go to Aerlume for happy hour after I saw some great reviews on Google. The experience exceeded my expectations, specifically for exceptional service! As we walked in the door, the hostess was super friendly. We sat at the large high-top table with the fire pit nearest to the hostess stand with a view of the water. Our server, Amber, consistently went above and beyond and carried herself with a bubbly and positive aura. She guided our selections of fries, fish tacos, salmon mousse, and tuna poke bites and frequently checked on us to make sure we were doing okay. Amber was also very professional and polite when she cleared plates and dropped off the drinks and food. Speaking of the food, every dish had great presentation. I wouldn't say the taste was out of the world but everything was still good and worth the price. The two hours we spent there flew by and by the time we decided to wrap up, all three of us were commenting on the great service (which led me to write this review). As a final gesture of hospitality by the restaurant, the hostess let my mom keep the bar purse hook that was given to her to hang her purse. I will definitely come back here the next time I'm in Seattle. read more

Aerlume was a beautiful setting right by Pike Place, and I ended up here after an invitation from friends for a full three-course dinner. The meal was fine, but honestly the food was pretty average for the price and the location. We started with the ancient grain kale salad and sourdough bread served with regular butter and ube butter. The bread was nice enough, but nothing really stood out. For the main course, we had the Angus beef filet mignon, Alaskan black cod, and risotto. The black cod was easily my favorite dish of the night -- it was the most memorable and the one that felt the most polished. The filet and risotto were decent, but again, fairly middle-of-the-road overall. For dessert, we tried the carrot cake, Eton mess, and crunch bar. They were all pleasant enough to finish the meal, but none of them were especially exciting. Service and ambiance were both solid, and the view/location definitely add to the experience. But at the end of the day, I wanted more from the food. Great spot to impress someone with the setting, but the menu itself didn't quite live up to it. read more

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My best description of the overall experience is what the new generation describes as "mid". For an over $300 tab, our server checked on us approximately 3 times, the introduction, to take our drink/appetizer order, and to take our dinner order. Following the initial three visits, the last time we were visited was to ask if we wanted dessert, to which I asked for the check. The manager, Scott, filled in the gap of noticing when my partner was low on a beverage and checking to see if we liked our food. Taste is subjective, however, it was shocking to experience the lack of the most basic seasonings... salt. The most minuscule amount would have made a difference. I would have asked for some but again, there wasn't much of an opportunity. The steak which costed $79, seemed to lack a salted seared crust. The $16 dollar foraged and sautéed mushroom, might as well been foraged tossed in a frying pan to make them soggy without the slightest hint of salt, pepper, or even butter. The reviews seemed decent and the views looked beautiful but if you're looking to spend money on a nice evening, I would suggest looking elsewhere, as I would take okay service and great food over okay service and okay (expensive) food. read more

Aerlume - Sea Scallops, 8 oz. Filet Mignon, side of mushroom, side of brussel sprouts - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Pretty nice, upscale steak and seafood type of restaurant. My crab cake starter was just OK. Prob wouldn't order again. Not much flavor or wowness. Not warm. My halibut had a lot of flavor but again not warm. Add on bread basket didn't taste good to me, but the ube butter was interesting. Our server was fun and efficient. She might have been the best part for tonight. I probably wouldn't rush back, but to be fair it wasn't a bad place. Just wish they warmed the food up more. read more

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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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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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Yum! Went for partner's birthday with a reservation and they seated us at a water facing table which was awesome! We got the crab cake, octopus, chicken, scallops, cauliflower, and pina colada. Everything was great! The scallops and octopus were nice and tender. All of the sauces and garnishes complimented each dish super well. The must try here is definitely the octopus. Great customer service and vibes. Perfect for a special occasion. read more

Aerlume - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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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I want to start off by saying we had excellent service from our server and our food was pretty good as well. However, everything crashed when we received our check and realized this restaurant ownership group is one that tips themselves an additional 20% of your bill simply for allowing you to dine via a "service charge" and doesn't share a dime of that forced gratuity with their waitstaff, pushing us into the moral conundrum of providing double gratuity (one for them without your consent, and one with consent for the individual who actually worked for it), or allowing your server to work for a non-living wage. We might understand this concept for large groups or special events, but we were a party of 2 simply trying to enjoy a nice dinner. In an industry where the consumer already subsidizes your workers, this service charge concept could not be more repugnant. Your greed is as unappetizing as an ill-prepared meal and we will not be back or recommend this to anyone. read more

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

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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Service was incredible, food was next level...but the ambience was loud! Lots of people enjoying it...just not a place for intimate conversation. Will be back! 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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***************** 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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The bread and butter app was excellent to start. The views and atmosphere are second to none. We each had the corn soup. It's important that you include cilantro on the ingredients list. The black cod was overly buttered which killed the amazing taste. The service was 10 out of 10 and the gave us dessert to make up for the buttery cod. read more

Food was ok not bad , the issue is they rail you on a service fee 20% + 11% tax the meal we ate was 155 for 2 after tax and service fee it was 205.00 .. will never go back, and if you like overpaying then this is the place for you. We feel totally ripped off. I would not recommend at all. Not worth it. Appreciate the GM trying to rectify the situation, the fact remains I was over charged, I forgot to mention I tipped our waitress because I felt guilty that it wasn't her policy , after that with additional charges we paid almost 80.00 more for the same meal.. that can't be justified... just absurd. read more

Aerlume - This is a copy of our bill - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food was not to good so so on lamb past and the chicken was not edible source was bad as well, Appetizers calamari squid was OK did not eat it. Others commented on it duck tacos. we're cold. bread was good. Service was excellent. read more

Aerlume - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

we were a group of 6 and we all had to leave the food. Un eatable!!!!!! Such a tourist trap... They didn't even care to take care of you, because they know there is no repeated customer. read more

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

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

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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Loved the ambiance and the many dishes we shared. Great service, too. However, we found the service charge/gratuity model confusing (and we certainly weren't in the mood to read the "Our Service Charge Explained" handout after cocktails and wine.) We understand the rationale (and certainly want all employees fairly compensated.) However, one sentence on the handout states: (the service charge) "puts us in a position to pay our professional servers and bartenders a 15% industry leading commission on their sales." Do you? Yet, on the bottom of the receipt after "Service Charge included", the second line is "100% is retained by Aerlume Seattle." Both documents suggest gratuities are not expected but are appreciated. Again, who wants to read this stuff while enjoying dinner to ensure we aren't schmucks and don't stiff the server. Ultimately, we added $50 to the $481 "Subtotal" and the $96.20 "Service Charge" making our grand total $688.10 (based a food and beverage before-tax base of $481.00.) I still don't know if this was fair. I appreciate the thinking behind the model but dumb it down (or clarify it more) so the post-cocktails & wine vibe isn't diminished by a service charge and gratuity discussion that involved passing around the bill and consulting our phones' calculator apps. read more

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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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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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

Friend recommended and glad she did. Friendly greeting. Friendly down to earth service. Beet salad with chèvre was wonderful. Halibut beautifully done everything flavor, presentation. Husband said excellent wine. Non alcohol spritzer was merely ok. Need to up the non alcohol drinks. Excellent decaf after dinner coffee. read more

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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This true gem always delivers: wonderful staff, amazing ambiance, delicious food and vast beverage selection. What makes it stand apart is attention to details, consistency and quality. We always enjoy our time at Aerlume and highly recommend it to all! read more

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

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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