Keep coming back here for amazing food! Dined there many times and food was absolutely fantastic…read moreand so many great food to choose. I came there for dinner and had the Bacon Clam Chowder and Pepperoni pizza which taste so good. They have good quality of food and everything taste so wonderful. The place was so nice and they have great setting. The ambiance was so pleasant. Nice experience dining there.

Came in on a Friday night and learned that Old Stove Brewing gets busy for a reason! All the…read moreoutdoor tables were full when we arrived at 6, so we put our name on the list for inside and waited about 30 minutes. The oysters were the main draw for me, and they were totally worth the visit. Old Stove serves them with a savory watermelon sauce in addition to a traditional cocktail sauce--eaten together, it's a flavor explosion that I can't quite describe. We also enjoyed the garlic everything fries, which were delicious! We just had to try a flight to sample the brews. There are some really good beers available here, especially the Belgian blonde, citra pale ale, and the stout. I did not really care for the seasonal sour (grapefruit, I think)--to me, it just tasted like a sour and nothing more, but someone with more interest in sour beers would probably enjoy it just fine. Despite the busy night, our server checked on us regularly and was very personable, stopping to chat with us about the local sports scene. There's plenty to look at, inside and out. If you can snag a seat outside, you'll get to enjoy the waterfront. Inside, the decor is industrial but fun. Not sure if this runs all the time, but when we were there, the tvs were playing vintage beer ads, which was quite fun. They also sell some pretty good t-shirt designs. Overall, Old Stove Brewing is the perfect combo of good location, good food, and good beer. Definitely recommend a visit when in the Pike Place area!

I came here to meet up with friends for happy hour recently, and had such a nice time!…read more Half Shell is situated just outside of the busiest parts of the Pike Place area, so it's easy to get to but actually relaxed. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, as well, so it's a great place to meet with a group. We had 6 oysters each off the happy hour menu, which were perfect plump Hama Hamas that day. I also had the cheeseburger with a side of fries, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The cheeseburger was juicy, well seasoned, and perfectly cooked, and I especially loved that the lettuce and onion were shredded thinly. To wash it all down, I had a couple of spritzes, and really enjoyed the "a rose is a rose". Service here is friendly and quick, and we felt very well taken care of. Half Shell is honestly a perfect place to have a meal with friends. It's central and easy to get to, there's lots of seating in a gorgeous restaurant, and the food is great! Will be working this into my rotation.

"My wife and I recently visited Seattle to catch a Mariners game on September 8th. During our trip,…read moreI was craving fresh oysters on the half shell and noticed 'Half Shell' nearby, which had solid reviews. My wife doesn't eat oysters, but she was happy to join me. We took two seats at the bar and were essentially ignored for the first five minutes by the bartender. Eventually, she dropped off two glasses of water without saying a word. Since no menus were offered, I walked over to the hostess stand to get one myself. The bar was full, but most guests already had their food, so it wasn't a matter of the server being overwhelmed. After another five minutes, she finally came over and asked, 'I see you have a menu, do you want to order anything?' I nearly said no we just wanted water, but I took the high road and ordered a dozen oysters. The oysters arrived quickly via another staff member and were genuinely very good--though the accompanying sauce was so bland and neutral that the oysters were better off plain. However, we were never asked if we wanted drinks. I would have loved a beer, but without knowing the options, I decided to stick with water, finish up, and leave. During the entire time I ate, no one checked in on us. When I asked for the check, the bartender's demeanor changed instantly. She was suddenly friendly as she handed over the payment terminal--clearly putting on a nice act right when it was time to leave a tip. We both saw right through it. Would I recommend Half Shell? Yes for the oysters, but a hard no for the service and atmosphere. We won't be returning."

While visiting Seattle for a few days, I made reservations at Shaker + Spear and wasn't quite sure…read morewhat I wanted to order. I noticed the salmon on the menu and decided to give it a try since I was looking for something a little lighter. I am so glad I did. Without exaggeration, it was the best salmon I've ever had. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce and accompanying ingredients brought everything together beautifully. Every bite was outstanding. Beyond the food, the atmosphere was fantastic, the service was friendly and attentive, and the bar offered a great selection of cocktails and spirits. If you're visiting Seattle or looking for a great dining experience, I would absolutely recommend Shaker + Spear. The salmon alone is worth coming back for.

Nice and easy restaurant attached to a hotel. Service was rather slow this evening as there was…read moreonly one cook in the kitchen. It's nice to watch the staff cook because it tells you that the food is fresh. I have high expectations for seafood in Seattle. However, I was disappointed with the scallops as it tasted raw and cool to the touch in the center. I'm not a scallop expert but this one missed the mark - the flavors were off with the sauce (tasted earthy). Presentation and color looked good, but this didn't taste good. Also came here breakfast several times. I don't have pictures, but each time the breakfast was amazing!

On Monday, June 8th, 2026, I celebrated my birthday at The Capital Grille with my son and his…read moreamazing girlfriend. From the moment we entered and my son gave his name for the reservation, I was greeted with happy birthday wishes by the hostesses. His girlfriend met us there, and she was already seated. The table had confetti in celebration of my birthday. I was so impressed and truly honored that someone from The Capital Grille took the time to write me a personal birthday card from the restaurant. WOW! Our server, Antonio (Tonio), was professional, attentive, kind, patient, and fun. He was incredibly accommodating, especially to the member of our party who had a gluten and red bell pepper allergy. He was a major part of making sure our experience was a very memorable one. The food was absolutely delectable! I had the surf and turf with lobster tail and medium-well steak, which was topped with jumbo lump crab meat and rich béarnaise sauce. The other guests dined on Cooper River salmon with risotto, along with seared scallops and lobster risotto. The night ended with the most beautiful surprise, which included a well-decorated plate with "Happy Birthday," a cheesecake topped with burnt sugar, and fruit compote, also a chocolate espresso cake that had my taste buds dancing. Thank you to the management and staff at The Capital Grille for making my actual birthday dinner a night to remember. The restaurant is beautiful and very clean. This is so important to me, because I check the health inspection score to determine whether or not I will dine at a restaurant.

Not quite as good as I remember from 2010s but still one of the best steakhouses in the greater…read moreSeattle area. The price was very reasonable for lunch and I love the vibe of this restaurant. It is high-end but it doesn't feel pretentious and the interior decor has some local representation (Photos of Bruce Lee and Jimi Hendrix for instance!). Service was great. Like 99% of restaurants in Seattle, there is no dress code but most people that dine here come in slightly dressed up. I think my preference goes to The Metropolitan Grill in this area but I definitely would not turn down opportunities to dine at the Capital Grille for some good lobster bisque and beef.

We stopped in on a surprise Friday trip to Seattle from Gig Harbor. We were able to grab a seat…read morewithout a reservation (the last open table). Service was friendly and prompt and the menu looked awesome. We settled on some NA drinks (still had to drive home) and then ordered up the marinated olives, octo skewers, grilled sardines, cogumelos, and batatas bravas (one of our faves). The part-time contessa was a fantastic NA option. Very tasty. So tasty we ordered seconds. The congumelos came out first and tasted awesome! Fantastic! The citrus slaw that accompanied the skewers was a great spin on a slaw. The octopus was perfectly char grilled. The batatas bravas and sardines were also very good. The dishes ended up being a bit more than we needed for two. Overall it was a great dinner in a very cute place. I would recommend stopping in when near Pike Place.

Cocktail bar in downtown Seattle. They had a good selection of wine from the Iberian Peninsula…read more Didn't like the food (overpriced and bland). There's no AC so it could get hot. Really attentive service.

Great seafood restaurant with plenty of room and fantastic views of Pugent Sound and Mount Rainer…read morein the distance. Our server Ethan was very helpful with the robust menu. My Saki Sea Bass was delicious and exactly what wanted thanks to Ethan. He even politely helped me when my math was incorrect when closing the bill.

Service was incredible! Ethan is the BEST waiter! On top of that, the food was amazing!read more

Best steak I've ever had at a restaurant. This place is expensive but you get what you pay for and…read moreI went in prepared for the price tag. The drinks were great, not overly strong, but by no means weak. I had two martinis and my husband had a whiskey and coke. Our server was so kind and checked in regularly. He seemed really knowledgeable about the food and there was no lag time. My baked potato was amazing with all the fixings- cheese, sour cream, green onions. I appreciated he mashed it up a little before serving (little things I notice). Steak was easy to cut and went down smooth. Would definitely come again!

The food was wonderful, but the server wasn't good. He was rather impatient when I asked for his…read morerecommendations for the temperature of the ribeye - I usually like my steaks done rare, but I had heard that fattier cuts like ribeye benefit from more heat to render out the fat. I ended up getting medium rare which was perfect, but he basically snapped at me for asking. Yikes. Sorry I need a little insight from my waiter, who is supposed to wait on me! This colored the perception of my meal greatly unfortunately. I love how they included flaky salt with their house bread. The house bread was very pretty as it had a pattern from the banneton. Lighter in texture though, without much of a crispy crust. The Classic Caesar Salad was great. Not many places include whole anchovy fillets. The lettuce was crisp, and the croutons crunchy! It was light dressed and included a grilled lemon half if you wanted more flavor. Very refreshing. The ribeye was very tender and flavorful. There was the perfect sear on it, and while I didn't know how long it was aged, it clearly met the goal of increasing the complexity of the meaty flavor. It was super beefy, and the fat was so tender. No gristle here! The asparagus spears were the largest I've ever seen, yet they were still tender. I'm not sure I would return or recommend this place due to the service. A shame.

Went as part of a retirement meet up for some colleagues. We had a table for 10 on a busy busy…read moreThursday night. Service was great! They kept our drinks and water topped up. I didn't try the food as I was running between events, but everyone I was with seemed very pleased. The location is also ideal for any waterfront activities, and it's surprisingly spacious inside. A little loud, but that's the way of any bustling eatery in this area. Would go again!

It's the night before FIFA and the city is alive with the pulse of summer. Zigzag Café tucked away…read moreon a terrace right beneath the Pike Lake Market is probably one of the best secrets of Seattle. When you come to town you want to visit this place... Maybe because of the vibe, maybe because of the mood lighting which is a sultry red, maybe because of the fresh signature roses, maybe because of the outstanding bartenders... Maybe because there's a patio outside under the stars and the lights, but the outstanding cocktails are always past of the experience. But you never get less than outstanding service when you walk into the ZigZag Café. Starts from the top with the owner and filters all the way through the bartenders, servers, and the hostesses. I tried the passionfruit colada and shifted to a whiskey sour with egg whites. Outstanding was the Burrata with yummy fried garlicky lentils, sweet heirloom tomatoes garnished with a generous springy of micro greens and drizzled with a glorious balsamic reduction...and chewy, thick slices of grilled sourdough. Perfection. Bartenders Eli and Ricky were top-notch de rigueur-- this place only has the best bartenders (including the legendary Murray ruled the bar for an era ) -- and Hannah was the hostess with the mostest. Every time I left my seat at the bar I would come back to the folded napkin. Simply amazeballs when the place is so packed. Because it was a Sunday night there was an amazing jazz trio. They started at eight and went through 1030. Not too loud so we couldn't speak but sultry and rich and soulful with joy. No cover charge -- just all part of the extraordinary hospitality that exemplifies the iconic ZigZag.

Next level food. Never missed the mark. Long wait but worth it. My whole family loved it. Wish they…read morehad a location in California!

Great happy hour and the staff is amazing. Watching Elton hustle is next level. I would have…read morebelieved he owned the place based on his work ethic. Dasha was great, ask for her section. Everyone at Vons is killing it! Happy hour++

Went to Tavolàta on a Tuesday during happy hour and was honestly impressed. We started with the…read moremeatballs as an appetizer for two, but the portions were so generous that three people could easily share them. They were super moist with a really nice char and tons of flavor. The pasta dishes are also VERY well priced for the portion sizes , they are huge. Definitely don't skip the dried chili flakes they offer at the table. The Italian Old Fashioned was delicious too. Two is definitely enough unless you're looking for a whole lot of amore hehe. You'll absolutely leave with leftovers. Service was great, and even though they had two large parties and their payment systems were down, the staff still handled everything smoothly and professionally. Overall, a really fun dinner spot in Belltown and I'd definitely come back.

Why haven't I written this review sooner? Who knows…read more While this was a pricey dinner for the two of us, it was delicious. The meatballs, olives, pasta, desert and drinks were all what you would want from a fun, modern Italian place. Staff were attentive and made the dinner. You would think it would be loud, but it's reasonable. We were here with some friends and really enjoyed the food and dinner overall! I would recommend a reservation on the busier nights as Tavolàta doesn't seat all that many people!