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Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge

4.2 (296 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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"Truffle Fries" (don't bother - they're frozen french fries - so not worth the calories.)
Maureen M.

A friend and I decided to check out Happy Hour at Charlotte on our way back from seeing the latest WA Women Painters exhibit (don't miss it) at Columbia Center. Arrival was a bit confusing: there's no host station at the entrance. We finally flagged down a waiter, who told us to seat ourselves. We did just that, then waited quite a while to be acknowledged. Feeling decadent, we both ordered the Truffle Fries, which sounded just delectable. They arrived before any table settings did, meaning we had to flag down our server again just to get plates, cutlery, and napkins. Sigh. Service was lackadaisical - and the lounge wasn't crowded. We later discovered a gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all orders. Not noticing this until after we'd already paid meant that our server, Michael, was paid a 40% tip. The "Truffle Fries" were a letdown: not hand-cut, as you'd expect from an establishment like Charlotte, but ordinary frozen french fries with a dusting of parmesan on top. So not worth the calories...we ate about a quarter of them. On our way out, our server thanked us by our first names - a bit disarming, and a little too casual for our taste, especially as women dining without men at the table. Yes, the ambience is chic and the views panoramic. But everything else fell flat.

Steven H.

A bit of a hidden gem if you ask me. The lounge restaraunts is a few floors up and you have to know where you are headed to find it.....cone you are there the atmosphere is very comfortable and cozy. I met some professional colleagues here for the first time and it was a great place to get really acquainted with the group. THe wait staff was friendly and seemed knowledgeable about the dishes and drinks at the restaurant. The food....splendid! I had the duck here (which not many places do well) - but it was very well cooked here. Just generally delicious. A few drinks, a darn good meal, & great company made this place memorable!

The bar
Timothy M.

Great vibe and amazing drinks. Definitely try the cider on tap. Unbelievably good. Take the hike to the 16th floor and enjoy the all around good vibes.

Foie gras torchon
Kelly L.

Charlotte is such a beautiful spot for a special occasion or elevated dinner, and overall we really enjoyed the experience. The space feels upscale without being too stiff, with gorgeous views that make the whole meal feel extra memorable. (Tip: come for the sunset) We had the rustic rye bread, foie gras torchon, scallop ceviche, and sautéed black cod. All of those felt thoughtful and well-executed. The bread was a great start, the foie gras was rich in the best way (and we loved the strawberry sauce that goes with it) the ceviche brought a nice brightness with the yuzi and mango favors, and the black cod was beautifully cooked. Those dishes made the meal feel refined and worth the visit. The elk rack was the one dish that didn't quite work for us. It was prepared nicely, but we found it a bit too gamey for our taste, the side veggies that goes with it was also a little salty. That said, the rest of the meal more than made up for it, and I appreciated that the menu had plenty of other interesting dishes to explore. The cocktails were also very good overall. We loved Live, Love, Lotte but found the Smokey Blue was a bit too sweet for me. Still, between the atmosphere, service, view, and most of the food, we had a really enjoyable night.

Breakfast Burrito
Jenny D.

We stayed at the Lotte Hotel where the restaurant is conveniently located. We were lucky to sit by the floor-to-ceiling windows, which displayed a breathtaking view of Seattle. The view added to my enjoyment of the breakfast I had. Shoutout to Michelle for being an attentive server. We ordered a breakfast burrito, which was so delicious, especially with the grilled cheese attached. The breakfast burrito tastes like the quintessential American breakfast, which I personally prefer and ate three times during my visits. The fruit plate had an assortment of in-season fruit, such as berries, pineapples, and melon. This plate was filling and the two of us couldn't finish it, so it is ideal to share among 2+ people. We also ordered the American Breakfast Sandwich, which included potatoes on the side. The sandwich tasted very savory with the mix of eggs and protein. All the servers were attentive and nice to us. The atmosphere was very calm when we ate breakfast. The restaurant is spacious and has picturesque decor. I would recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a fancy and elevated spot to eat in Seattle.

Cozy place
Karl C.

Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Located on the 15th floor of the Lotte Hotel Seattle, the atmosphere alone makes it worth visiting. There are beautiful views from both the dining and lounge areas -- including ocean views from the main seating area and lovely city views from the lounge where we chose to eat. The lounge had a very comfortable and upscale feel with beautiful furniture, a welcoming bar, and a relaxed ambiance that made it easy to settle in and enjoy the evening. The food was excellent, especially the appetizers and meat dishes, and the service was outstanding. The wait staff were incredibly accommodating, attentive, and genuinely friendly throughout the night. This is definitely a great spot for a date night, special occasion, or simply a relaxing evening with great food and views in Seattle.

Steve S.

We stayed at the Lotte Hotel Seattle and stopped by Charlotte for a couple of drinks. After enjoying the atmosphere, we decided to make a dinner reservation--and we're so glad we did. This has quickly become one of our favorite restaurants in Seattle. We had the trap-raised ribeye and the halibut, and both dishes were absolutely exceptional. The service was phenomenal from start to finish, and the wine selection was excellent, with plenty of great options to pair with dinner. Charlotte consistently delivers an outstanding dining experience, and we definitely look forward to coming back on our next trip to Seattle.

Mayur S.

Reviewing based on FORBES STAR. first of all I made a reservation for lunch and came in an hour early so thank you so much for accomodating us we appreciate it. I want to reduce 1 star for one thing which i did not like it which is when i told a server that "my table is wobbling" which i hate it if i go to fancy place and this happens as a hospitality professional i also know it can be fixed easily by adding a Stabilizer at the bottom. Server said let me see what i can do and he forgot about it so my entire lunch dinning experience was not perfect as everytime i try to cut my food my table was moving up and down. This place is beautiful highrise food spot. From the valet, hostess, server and food everything was excellent. Restaurant was very clean and spacious with a nice centre flower piece and wine glasses around and i liked it as i am a wine guy. Hostess greeted us and asked about how are we doing, where we are from. Got bloody mary to start with which was perfectly garnished came on time. Food was excellent with a great presentation and super hot. I was taking my time to enjoy my food and even after 30 mins my food was still freaking hot which i loved it. I could not finish everything so server offered to pack it for me. Cutlery were marked properly and spotelsss clean before the food came as per the course. Uniforms of the staffs were clean and well hygeine was maintained. Tables were getting reset on time and hostess was helping the server to do it. Other server stopped by to ask how is everything with a great smile. Server never asked if we have any allergy or not since i am a vegetarian i appreciate it when a forbes restesurant ask this. Over all it was excellent experience i wish i could come back for dinner or breakfast to experience other side of session.

Inside
Marielle J.

This has been on my list for a fancy dinner or occasion and got lucky to experience this for my company work gathering. We had brunch here and they had a limited menu of savory and sweet items, ranging from a breakfast burrito and cage free omelet to brioche French toast and buttermilk pancakes. I got the cage free omelet with the choice of Parisian ham, bell red peppers and cheddar cheese. They also had a choice of wild mushroom, kale and fontina and bacon, onion and Gruyère cheese. The potatoes that came along with the omelets were excellent! Really loved these and they were buttery! There was also a side/choice of toast and I got sourdough, 4 slices came with this! I also got the Vanilla Latte which was refreshing! We had a private room and it was beautiful overlooking the views of Seattle that included ferry boats, the smith tower and sports stadiums. The restaurant overall is beautiful inside!

LOVE Dessert
Britt B.

Very mid for the price you pay. Went with a group of seven. Service was HORRENDOUSLY slow. It was not full - only the perimeter seats were taken. Twenty minutes went by between ordering and receiving a cocktail. They seemed to have ample staff - it was a mystery why everything took so long. The charcuterie board was nice and the Goddess Caesar was really good. The $68 ribeye was the thinnest I've ever seen. Half an inch or less and lots of gristle (not marbling) Flavorless. Came with very plain mashed potatoes and some good Brussels sprouts. I didn't touch the mushrooms. They looked dried out and awful. Side note - nearly every entree comes with mushrooms in some form which sucks. Two people in our group despise mushrooms - why are they so heavy on the menu? The couple next to us had a small child that they allowed to watch an iPad at maximum volume. Multiple staff members just walked by. Patrons were looking at each other in disbelief. It took another patron from across the room (it was THAT loud) to walk over and ask them to turn it down. A server dropped a bottle of wine on the floor, spilling it. He picked it back up and started serving it to the guests. At the end of our meal, we were told at 20% service charge was already added to the bill, but that was for kitchen staff. If we wanted anything to go to the server, that was extra. Excuse me....what? $1000 bull, $200 service charge, and they want another $200 for the server? No. The desserts were decent. Wasn't sure about the melon and chocolate combo, but the chocolate itself was rich and tasty. The bathrooms are all mirrors with a co-ed hand washing area. Kind of weird, too. All in all, just a strange experience. I can't see myself ever wanting to go back. We got there at 6:30 and couldn't leave until 10pm. SO SLOW!

Andras H.

Amazing food, beautiful venue and a sommelier who is out of this world. Four of us went for a Saturday night dinner. The 16th floor location is overlooking Eliot Bay and has impressive amount of space so you have privacy and can enjoy conversations. We had the chicken, duck, salmon and a veggie dishes. All were perfectly prepared with savory notes emphasized. We ordered some wine and ended up meeting Gin, the sommelier of the restaurant. He gave us so much relevant context to the wine, we selected, let us enjoy a couple extra with glasses while he explained their their stories. Amazing experience on the level of taking a wine class. Definitely going back.

The view
Scott H.

What a treat to have breakfast at Charlotte. The views from the 16th floor are incredible. I was seated at a table facing west toward Puget Sound, watching the ferries and ships come and go--a beautiful way to start the day. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between sophisticated and semi-casual, making it feel both elegant and comfortable. The service was spot-on from start to finish--attentive, professional, and perfectly timed without ever feeling intrusive. The breakfast potatoes were cooked perfectly, with just the right texture and flavor. The sausage had a pleasant kick without being overly spicy, and the eggs were prepared to perfection. Excellent food, stunning views, a welcoming atmosphere, and outstanding service made this a memorable breakfast experience. This is exactly how a day in Seattle should begin.

Wesley S.

Hugo was amazing! Super attentive, friendly, personable, 5 star service. Came up for a view with some cocktails and a small bite to split -- it did not disappoint. Smokey Blues cocktail was excellent! Stone pot rice (beef bulgogi) was delicious!

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Ask the Community - Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge

Hi, I'm trying to make a reservation online for 4, but the only option is to do an "experience" for $150 prixe fix. The website says a la carte is still an option though. The voice mailbox is full when I called. How can a reserve for a la carte?

I am unable to reserve table online for large party. Tried to call restaurant several times but no response. Please lmk how to reserve table for 13 people? Thank you.

Speak with Teveny. E mail is a good option.

For dinner does it have to be the choice of the course meal or can you order what ever you want?

No I just happen to go during restaurant week and ordered off of the Restaurant Week menu which was a selection of three options for each course.

Do you have a course menu?

Yes. It is choice of 3 or 4 course dinner.

How's the Togo menu and service like? Do I call ahead or is there an online? Where do i pick up the food?

Reservations highly recommended. At $150 for the 4 Course dinner it becomes an expensive takeout order - and you'll miss the view.

Is the 50% off promotion still going on?

Mon-Th until the end of this month.

Is parking validated if dining in? Also what is the dress code policy (if any)? Business casual?

Alyanna, we offer Valet parking at $15 for up to 3 hours for our restaurant guests. Dress code is smart casual/business casual.

What is the price range?

Entrees start at $20 and can go up to $48.

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