Restaurant Christine was on my list for quite some time, for years actually. But alas, I just forgot about it. Then someone suggested Restaurant Christine for my birthday. I didn't even remember where it was located but was intrigued when I learned it was in a micro-hood named Tanglewood. Salmon was very good, not dry but succulent; as well as the vegetables. The Hanger Steak was amazing. Almost everything was locally sourced and you can taste it. It all just seemed to work together in a uniquely Pacific Northwest kinda way. It's as though you were eating the outdoors. The owner met with us and gave us a history of the place, followed by his chef's cuisine philosophy. Just a really pleasant conversation. My only personal gripe is that some of the elevated presentations of the cuisine itself did not meld well with some of the rustic dishes; I think their presentation should appear slightly more 'nouvelle cuisine française' and less road-side diner in some dishes. Overall however, R Christine reminds me of the wonderful little hidden locovore spots throughout France that oftentime prove to be borderline Michelin star operations. This place is just like that, lovely. read more

We are regulars, so the staff know us by name. We come every week for lunch, and have been here for dinner before so can vouch that both options are consistently excellent. If you're looking for a delicious Italian style restaurant in the green lake area, this is the place to go. It can get pretty busy, crowded, and loud, but there are plenty of tables and has a rotating seasonal menu so there's always something new to try. read more

Restaurant Christine - Mortadella melt, fries, and cup of soup - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

4.5 This is the cutest little restaurant. Good cozy spot. There was a big party there that was a bit boisterous, but it's a great place for a date. The food was rich and delicious and the prices are comparable with other restaurants in the area. read more

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My girlfriends and I visited Restaurant Christine on a chilly Monday night. Tucked in a cute storefront in North Wallingford, street parking was readily available. We were seated fairly quickly with a reservation, which I would recommend making, but it was packed inside. We started with the focaccia and yuca appetizers, which were both delicious. Our table ordered a combo of the butternut squash ravioli, mushroom risotto, and artichoke pasta. Everyone enjoyed their dishes, though everything seemed a bit salty. Our server was nice, but the restaurant seemed very laid-back for a more expensive, white tablecloth atmosphere. The service was extremely slow at times. I would plan on spending at least two hours here for dinner. read more

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We had the Restaurant Week special today. The soup and salad were interesting. But the salmon ordered by two in our party was overcooked and very dry. However the flourless chocolate cake was delicious. Another member in our party ordered the halibut cheeks sandwich.. Again over cooked. The fries were tasty and crisp but very salty. You might say why not send everything back well in my experience you don't always get an improved meal and service was very slow. We didn't want to stay another hour. Our lunch was about $125 then we added a modest tip. This included one glass of wine and one soft drink. We will not be returning. read more

Had a lovely meal here. It's a bit pricey, but it feels homey, especially with the ambiance. It's close to the Good Shepherd venue, which makes for a great pre-show dinner spot. Service was really friendly and like that the menu rotates with seasonal produce. read more

Great place. Relatively small restaurant, but great food and service. We showed up without reservation (not recommended), but sine the next reservation for the table was later, they accommodated us. Great food and decent choice of vegetarian options if any diet limitations. read more

The ambience was okay--nothing special, but clean and comfortable enough. It didn't really have that cozy or memorable feel I was hoping for, more like a generic sit-down spot than a place I'd go out of my way to visit. Our server was very friendly and upbeat, which I appreciated, but the service ended up feeling a bit intrusive. We were checked on so often that it interrupted our conversation and made it hard to relax and enjoy the meal. Unfortunately, the food was the biggest disappointment. Everything we ordered was pretty bland and under-seasoned, with no real standout flavors. For the price, I expected a lot more. Overall, it wasn't terrible, but it wasn't good enough to justify a return visit. Unlikely to come back. read more

So exited to finally try this neighborhood place. The squash blossom and tartar appetizers were great. The gorgonzola ravioli was delicious. We also had the nero risotto, which was disappointing to the extreme. It had no flavor. The deserts were yummy and sweet. The waiter was attentive and nice. The restaurant was quiet and nice. Unfortunately, because of the risotto, we probably won't be back. read more

The food was pretty good, though I'd say the appetizers were better than our mains. The halloumi and focaccia were great. The wine and beer options were also lovely. The service was really good though I think the chef was our first server and then our second server might have gotten confused and forgotten us. Either way we enjoyed our meal and it was a cute spot for a nice dinner. Romantic and intimate vibes. Would come back! read more

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Given the great reviews, I was caught by surprise to find a menu with almost no seafood options. Maybe the catch was light that day? Our choices for seafood were only three: the shrimp po'boy, a crab cake sandwich, and a sockeye salmon special. I went with turned out to be a sadly bland chicken parm, recommended over the fried zucchini by the sole waitress. My mother's crab cake sandwich was far better: crispy and luckily not blended to oblivion. I guess call ahead to ask what the menu looks like, assuming your heart is set on seafood. Street parking was easy to find on a Thursday at lunchtime. read more

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This place is tucked away in the Tangletown area of Wallingford. The restaurant has plenty of seating and a solid bar area too. We were greeted promptly and got seated at a nice table by the window by a friendly server. We found the wine selection to be quite good, but sadly the food was not - only mediocre. The heirloom salad was the highlight. The lamb bolognese was extremely salty and needed lots of pepper to spice it up. The tuna in the tuna special was fatty and very odd looking. The bed of garden vegetables with peaches which accompanied the fish was the best part. With so many great restaurants in the area, this is one we would not try again. read more

I have been consistently delighted with the menu, quality, and presentation of the meals at Christine's. Meals are made using local, fresh produce and seafood as much as possible. Always a great selection and never disappointing. The feel of the restaurant is comfortable, quiet, and welcoming. What's not to like? read more

Restaurant Christine is a small, intimate bistro that serves wonderful food. It is on N. 56th, near Green Lake and the Zoo. The interior is spare but elegant with a casual elegance. Outdoor tables are available. The staff are friendly and helpful. My party was there for a late lunch. Everything we had was well crafted, presented and delicious! The prices were very reasonable. The wine list is heavy on domestic wines, but very nice. I look forward to seeing what they offer on the dinner menu! read more

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A great local restaurant with good food and service! Prices are a little on the pricey side, but the quality and taste definitely make every penny worth it. They also have free street parking nearby, which is a win for Seattle! We came in on a Thursday night so it wasn't too busy and although there is one server for the entire restaurant, she was friendly and efficient. The owner/chef and a sous chef were the only ones in the kitchen, so food does take a while but neither of us minded. We tried a summer special - chilled berry soup, which was interesting. It didn't quite fit my flavor profile but I appreciated how sweet and fresh the berries were and the deep flavor of tarragon. The main star of the night was definitely the lobster ravioli, which came in a tomato sauce, topped with grilled zucchini and lump crabmeat. For dessert, we got a limoncello cake and panna cotta with marionberries. All in all, I highly recommend, especially because it is a local small business and also because their food is delicious! read more

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A very cute little restaurant in the Greenlake/Wallingford neighborhood. It is walking distance from Greenlake. This is very cute restaurant for a casual lunch or a nice date night dinner. We got one of the sandwiches and it was very good. We would come back and get a burger any day. We especially loved the fries. We were sad that we didn't decide to get the truffle fries. That is next on our list. I was disappointed by my dish with the chicken and asparagus. I personally did not like the flavor profile of this dish. It tasted and felt oversaturated with the gravy/sauce that it was in. It felt like it lacked another ingredient. The waitress was very kind and gave us plenty of time to make our order. We will be back for the truffle fries! read more

Restaurant Christine - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Met a friend here for lunch. The area has a charming small town feel to it which is reflected inside the restaurant. The woman who greeted us was kind and welcoming. She also ended up being our server and she was wonderful. We ordered the chicken parm sandwich and shrimp po boy. My friend loved the shrimp po boy. I enjoyed the chicken parm sandwich. The chicken was cooked well - crispy breading without being overcooked. I did wish the chicken was a bit more seasoned, though. The portions for lunch were pretty solid, too, especially on the chicken parm. read more

Food was really good and prices reasonable. Our waitress was great. We came over from issaquah and hope to come back.

Let me add another five-star review. After a morning at the zoo, we stopped in at this white tablecloth, classy place after 2 pm, so fortunately, they weren't too busy to accommodate a 2 year old. Our server recommended a breaded chicken cutlet, beautifully prepared for the youngster. I was enamored with the lunch special, a nicoise salad, with tasty tuna and crispy green beans. Our son loved the wild boar bacon sandwich that he said was the best he has had, and my husband had a delicious shrimp po' boy. Every meal had quality ingredients, and we can't wait to return to try out their dinner menu. The ambiance is classy casual. read more

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My colleague and I were taken to Restaurant Christine, as appreciation for our work. What an amazing restaurant! The food was absolutely outstanding! I had the Restaurant Week prix fixe menu with brussels sprouts appetizer, salmon main, and lemoncello cake for dessert. Each dish was a delightful surprise of flavor, cooked to perfection. The brussel sprouts were crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, with an orange, herb flavor - like no other sprouts I've ever tasted! The salmon was melt-in-the-mouth tender, with delicious sauce and a crunchy leaf of prosciutto to give a salty contrast to the fish. I was fairly full when a huge slice of lemon cake was placed before me, but after one bite, I devoured it all. It was light and very lemony. Everyone else in our party enjoyed their food equally. What a wonderful celebration! Kudos to the chefs! read more

Excellent meal here! I ordered the salmon and it was very good. Portion a bit smallish, but cooked with care and was delicious. My dinner companion had the seafood risotto and it was also excellent. The dessert was the cannoli was reasonably priced. All and all, I had a very nice experience. read more

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Excellent attention and good treatment An excellent atmosphere, good food, good service, good place to spend with the family read more

Restaurant Christine - Restaurante - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I've been fond of the various cafes, pubs, markets, and restaurants along this stretch of Tangletown for the past three decades. I had bookmarked Restaurant Christine and finally had the opportunity to stop in for a late lunch (12/10/21). This location had been three other long term restaurants, so hopefully this bodes well for the personable chef/owner onsite. It is remarkable but that this chef/owner functioned as host, wait person, and kitchen chef, and busser/dishwasher during lunch service. Thankfully, all parties seated weren't in any hurry, including myself. A pleasant site to have a leisurely lunch where one can have a relaxed conversation. The chef/owner was very welcoming with time to chat and check on tables, even answer the phone. Clearly, running this restaurant is a genuine labor of love. Doing this during the pandemic, as mentioned earlier, is truly remarkable. I had a strategic lunch, I was interested in one thing only on the seasonal menu, the Wild Mushroom Risotto ($16, with tax/tip about $21). When my dish arrived, definitely piping hot, flavorful, arborio rice perfectly toothsome, chockful of assorted mushrooms, and a shaving of parmesan. Great purveyor that supplies the restaurant with this selection. A bit of a splurge, wished there was more, and devoid of tiny hard particles. I did point this out to the chef/owner and glad I didn't do any dental damage. Nevertheless, glad I ordered it since it'll be on the menu for maybe only the next two weeks. When I see risotto on an autumn menu, I usually gravitate towards that. This is on par with the risotto at Joli in Phinney Ridge. And I myself craft a decent one too with chanterelles and reggiano parmesano. Definitely, I'll be back to check out future seasonal menu offerings. So good, I wrote this post before leaving! read more

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When my friends asked me where I'd like to go for my birthday dinner I said I'd really like to try this neighborhood restaurant I had just read about. They made a reservation and we were made to feel immediately welcome upon arrival. We were seated at an amazing table adjacent to the open kitchen so we could see all the action and the chef came out to say hello midway through the meal. This was a nice personalized feel to our meal here. I enjoyed the nice but not overdone ambiance to this unassuming restaurant taking over a large space in this pretty tame neighborhood. With the exception of a small sports bar nearby it is mainly a quiet little street. This new restaurant that opened in October is a bright new spot here. They are doing Grandma "goose" Christine proud here. We started with sparkling prosecco - dry and not too sweet it was the perfect starter to go with our fried Brussels sprouts and artichoke with truffle aioli. Next we had the kale salad and the Caesar salad. Finally my friends had the mushroom risotto and I enjoyed the panne di mari. The artichoke appetizer was just a half artichoke so one of my friends ordered another one with her salad later. It was cooked to perfection and had the most delicious aioli to accompany it. I might have ordered a second artichoke myself had the main entree not been filling as it was. The kale salad was unique and not crisp, rather saturated with the vinaigrette and pomegranate. I enjoyed this more than I thought I might. Finally my tagliatelle was wonderful - handmade noodles and fresh seafood just cannot be beat. The cream sauce was on the heavy side, but every bite was delicious and further convinced me that I had made the right choice. For dessert we shared the pumpkin panna cotta and that was also quite delicious - delicate yet flavorful, with good texture in just the right portion size. All in all this was the best option I could have hoped for to have a quiet intimate birthday dinner with a couple of friends. I can't wait to see what is on the menu next when we return! read more

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Sooooo gooood! People in Seattle, y'all sleeping on the best thing in town. Don't skip the tartar! The charcuterie was much better than most. Great pours on wine. Good service (Go Cody) So good!!!!!! read more

What a charming restaurant! My friends and I came here for a late lunch on the weekend when we were in the area, right after a long stroll around Green Lake park. We had been looking up nearby places to eat and found Restaurant Christine, which boasted really great reviews. The interior of the restaurant felt simultaneously homey yet upscale, which was very impressive. The menu had a an extensive variety of dishes, and as someone who has strict food allergies, I was so appreciative by how patient all the staff was to accommodate my needs. I ended up going with the shrimp poboy sandwich, though the chef made alterations and served me grilled shrimp on a GF bun instead to abide by my gluten-free restrictions. Just as a heads up, fries are made in a shared fryer so I'd recommend subbing a side salad instead to avoid cross contamination. All the ingredients tasted so fresh! My friends ended up getting the risotta and the chicken marsala, which they thoroughly enjoyed as well. Overall, this was a great dining experience with incredibly courteous and kind staff and would highly recommend this place to others! read more

Restaurant Christine - Grilled shrimp po boy (gluten-free accommodations) with side salad - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I jump on my laptop to give five star reviews only when I feel passionately about getting the positive word out about awesome places and awesome experiences I've had. That being said, if I could give Restaurant Christine more than five stars, I absolutely would. This place is more than a hidden gem -- it's a treasure. The story begins last year on a rainy January day when my boyfriend proposed to me at Green Lake park and became my fiancee. To celebrate our engagement, we went to Restaurant Christine for a late lunch. We sat by the window and ordered a duck confit salad and an elk bolognese; chocolate truffle cake for dessert. Every bite was absolutely delicious and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect meal to accompany our most special occasion. We returned again on a rainy January day today, now married, for what we have now declared to be a yearly tradition. We came once again for a late lunch, and the meal was just as delightful as it was the first time. This time we had the vongole tagliatelle and wild boar sausage pasta, plus limoncello mascarpone cake for dessert. We gave our compliments to the wait staff and the chefs and let them know how much we love their food and their work. The ambiance is somehow all at once casual, intimate and delicate. You can taste all the attention and care they put into their menu. The flavors are joyful. The wine list is impressive. The dessert is amazing. I usually post pictures, but in this case, pictures just won't do it justice. You have to see, smell and taste this experience for yourself. I hope that when you go there, your experience will be as memorable for you as it is for us. And mark our words, we will be coming back again soon (more than just yearly). After all, life is short ... it deserves to be savored. read more

Delicious halibut. Bright, pleasant atmosphere. Quiet for a Seattle restaurant. Prices moderate.

Even the presence of children can't detract from how awesome the food and staff are. They deserve 6 stars for finding children's cups and activities seemingly out of the blue. The specials are always special, the seafood is always fresh and delicious, and get the desserts with some port. read more

I wish I could post a photograph of our food but unfortunately we ate it too quickly because it was so incredibly delicious. If you are looking for something different than the usual, come down here. Menu is tight! The chef executes with flair and dedication to his craft and that is reflected in the perfect balance of flavors. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Do not skip the salads! And save room for dessert, because that was equally amazing. I had the duck, and it was perfect. Husband had the boar tagliatelle, which was not too spicy just perfect, and balanced well with the Pinot noir. Dessert was (chef's kiss)! read more

Food prepared with thought, care and experience. Service that quickly recognized and addressed a ouple of minor issues (bright late afternoon sun, table that needed curtaining off from a busy path) before we even noticed the issues. Prompt preparation and delivery of delightful food, well proportioned and presented. Informal ambiance that leans upscale. A new favorite for our visits to family near Green Lake. read more

This is a great neighborhood spot! I like the rotating menu. They serve high quality Italian food that is very reasonably priced. The risotto no matter what kind is always amazing. The servers are nice. I am almost hesitant to leave a good review because I want to keep this place less busy but they deserve all the praise. I always get the Limoncello cake and never regret it. read more

Everything is awesome. The food is delicious. The service is warm and friendly. We have been several times and will continue to go back. I had my birthday dinner with family there and they all loved it too read more

Had a perfectly lovely meal at Restaurant Christine. Casual, family friendly atmosphere that still works for a date night. Squash blossoms were the best thing we ate. Caprese salad was okay but not outstanding and the pasta was good, not great. Service was fine. Attentive but not ostentatious. I don't think I'll go back, but I had no major issues. It just didn't blow my socks off. read more

Restaurant Christine - Squash Blossoms appetizer - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

One of the best meals of my life, hands down. Restaurant Christine is a quiet, cozy, ambient hidden gem. The kitchen is open, with the chef making your food in full view, the menu is fresh, local and seasonal, and the service is highly personal. It feels more like dining in the home of a very talented friend. We had the charcuterie (all meat including Iberico ham and mortadella, plus olives, incredible mustard and house-made focaccia), the wild boar ragu pasta (warm, bright, savory), the scallops (with turmeric rice, zucchini and little bits of bacon-style pancetta in an incredibly creamy sauce), and the limoncello cake, flourless chocolate truffle cake and french press coffee for dessert. Everything was fairly priced, extremely high quality and delivered with marvelous service. It was the perfect dinner, and we can hardly wait to return! read more

Make sure to call before you visit. We tried visiting around 11:20am on a Tuesday for lunch and it was not open (even though their hours say they open at 11). They said the person with the key would arrive around 11:30, but we waited past 11:30 and they still did not arrive. We ended up driving somewhere else for lunch. Maybe it's more of an issue during a quiet weekday lunchtime period, but it's still an issue that the opening hours are not reliable. read more

So far I've tried the pulled pork sammy with truffle fries, and the Zoe burger. AmAzing. So much flavor, so much perfect mingling of textures. Decent price. Can't complain. Even getting it a lil cold from delivery it was still incredible. I'll have to dine in one of these days. read more

Restaurant Christine - Zoe Burger - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

BEST FRIES!! And amazing seafood pasta!! When we got our food, the first thing I noticed was the delicious smell of the pasta. The seafood was fresh and tender, the shrimp were so juicy. I loved the texture of pasta, they were wide egg noodles and the chewiness/bounciness was just perfect. The sauce was creamy and complemented the pasta perfectly. Such a good dish!! The burger was also yummy and the FRIES. THE FRIES AND THE TRUFFLE AIOLI WERE SO GOOD. So crispy and freshly made and salted well. Will come back just for the fries. The chef said he has a 3 day process to make read more

Restaurant Christine - Panna de mare (seafood pasta) - Comfort Food Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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For my last review of the year and my 1,000th:), I wanted to go back to one of my favorite meals of the year in November. Restaurant Christine takes over a spot that used to be Brie and Bordeaux, Eva, and most recently, a Himalayan spot. It bills itself as seasonal NW comfort food, and it certainly lived up to it! Started off with some oysters which hit the spot, before moving on to some hearty entrees. While the seafood pasta was good and certainly lived up to its reputation, the hanger steak and veal marsala were even better. Both of the meat dishes had killer sauces, and the quality of the protein was definitely good. Don't skip dessert - the chocolate cake was very decadent, but our favorite was a panna cotta with a fig compote - so good! Our server did a great job taking care of us, and the only minor pet peeve would be I wish that they would have a few more Euro wines on the menu. Overall, one of my favorite meals in 2022, and hope to visit again soon in 2023! read more

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Wow. We were 4 show going guests dining early before the show. First, the service is so pro, and it shows. Grace under stress and friendly. We had the focacia, rabbit, steak, ravioli, and fresh pasta. Everything was spectacular. Prepared perfectly, served beautifully, and that bread is to die for. The ambience feel is happy and light. Highly recommend. read more