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1. Il Terrazzo Carmine
4.9
Exceptional(4083)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pioneer Square
Booked 56 times today
Il Terrazzo Carmine is a highly acclaimed Italian restaurant in Seattle. The owner Carmine Smeraldo has been serving Seattle's best Italian cuisine since 1984. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the food for its consistency, quality, and authenticity. The restaurant's ambiance is also highly rated, with customers enjoying the cozy dining room and the elegant setting. The professional and efficient service also adds to the overall experience.
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2. Matsu
4.4
Awesome(414)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Pioneer Square
Booked 14 times today
Located in the former Girin space in bustling Pioneer Square, Matsu serves up sushi and Japanese fare with rotating wines, sakes, and a full bar. The perfect stop for Happy Hour after work or late night, or before the game.
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3. Nirmal's
new
4.1
Excellent(188)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Pioneer Square
Booked 6 times today
Nirmal’s is the culmination of over 30 years of culinary experience of Chef Nirmal Monteiro, our five-star chef. His lifelong dream is realized in this restaurant, showcasing his talents and inspired by great traditions of Indian food, yet re-imagined with the influences of his global culinary journey.Chef Nirmal combines fresh local ingredients from the Pacific Northwest with traditional ingredients and spices from across India. The tastes are at once familiar, yet new and exciting. Prepare for a dining experience with diversity and subtlety of flavors not available in any other Indian restaurant!At Nirmal’s, we believe that dining is more than just great food; it is the whole experience! Great food, great ambiance, excellent service, and sense of community are our mission.
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4. Sushi Kashiba
4.9
Exceptional(843)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 46 times today
Sushi Kashiba is Seattle's destination for Japanese fine dining at its highest level. Located next to historic Pike Place Market. Take a coveted seat at the Omakase sushi bar, where you just might find multi-James Beard Award nominated Chef Shiro Kashiba holding court.Most guests order one of Sushi Kashiba's chef curated sushi dinners. The mix of fresh local fish as well as delicacies from Japan and around the world will satisfy the palette of seasoned sushi fans as well as new entrants into the sushi world. We also feature à la carte items like agedashi tofu, oysters on the half shell and Chef Kashiba's New York Times featured black cod kasuzuke. Welcome to Sushi Kashiba.
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5. Tulio
4.7
Exceptional(4106)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 30 times today
Authentic Cuisine, From Northern Italy to SeattleSince its inception, Tulio has been a regular on restaurant awards lists, thanks in no small part to Chef Walter Pisano, whose cooking is inspired as much by his travels through the Old World as his Italian roots. Tulio’s dishes are simple yet sophisticated, combining rustic Italian preparations with local ingredients to create bold flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. Recognizing that our guests have different tastes and dining preferences, we proudly offer several gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian dishes on each of our daily menus. If you have any food allergies or other special requests, please let us know.
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6. Assaggio
4.7
Exceptional(3984)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 16 times today
Treat yourself with the sensational pleasures of fine Italian wine and food while marveling at the Michelangelo-inspired artwork.
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7. La Fontana Siciliana
4.8
Exceptional(1697)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market
Booked 25 times today
La Fontana Siciliana is a serene retreat in the heart of Seattle’s bustling Belltown, where the charm of Sicily comes alive. As you step into our enchanting courtyard, the soothing sound of a bubbling fountain and the tantalizing scent of Sicilian delicacies welcome you.We source our ingredients from premier local purveyors to craft the most exquisite Sicilian fare in Washington. Our kitchen, led by the talented Chef Antonio Torralba, promises an unforgettable culinary journey.Join us at La Fontana Siciliana for an authentic Sicilian experience, where every dish, glass of wine, and interaction is a testament to our dedication to excellence. PLEASE NOTE: While we can’t guarantee specific seating in our rooms or courtyard, rest assured that each space in La Fontana offers a unique experience, with seating allocated based on reservation timing and arrival order. Your understanding is greatly appreciated.
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8. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(4567)
Price: Moderate
• American • Queen Anne
Booked 121 times today
Centered around the cuisine, decor and imagery of the French Quarter and New Orleans and creating the feel of the Big Easy, Toulouse is one of the most intricate and ambitiously built restaurants in a generation.Our expansive menus offer culinary diversity and range from traditional Creole and French Quarter menu choices to traditional Parisian and French countryside preparations to more innovative dishes that are entirely unique to Toulouse.
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9. Ben Paris
4.3
Awesome(1166)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.
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10. Umi Sake House
4.7
Exceptional(2548)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 82 times today
Umi Sake House is a unique Japanese cuisine restaurant in the Belltown area of Seattle featuring the highest quality seafood available in the Northwest, a large izakaya-style tapas menu, and boasting a sake list of over 60 imported Japanese bottles. The interior is multi-faceted, with a black slate tiled traditional dining room, a gorgeous 14 person capacity wooden sushi bar, a semi private "tatami" room which holds 12 people, a larger 25 person private dining room, an enclosed "back patio" casual dining room complete with tropical garden, a black concrete liquor bar with custom sake cocktails and fusion traditional cocktails. The variety of atmospheres allows for a different experience with every visit, and the vastness and quality of the menu does the same. For the budding sake enthusiast or the seasoned veteran, the sake menu at Umi is bottle for bottle the best found anywhere outside of Japan!

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  • michelleVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Dec 2024
    Our favorite place over the years! We love how the restaurant is tucked into the main building and the secure parking garage below. The food is always perfect and the staff knows exactly what wine to pair. We love the bar since it’s cozy and the tables have a bench seat on one side. The bar is beautiful and perfectly lit. The dessert tray is the best - we love how they bring it over so you can see what each one is!
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    Il Terrazzo CarminePrice: Expensive• Italian• Pioneer Square
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    4.9
  • jack
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Outstanding food. Great ambience, love the wood interior and bar. Service was excellent made for a great Christmas evening meal for the whole family. Definitely will be going back.
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    TulioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    •
    4.7
  • Linda
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    This was my third time dining at Sushi Kashiba and I will be back. Yes, it is expensive, but the food, presentation, and service are amazing. Absolutely the best dining experiences I've ever had. The servers are so professional and very attentive. They are very passionate about their work, the food they serve, and the artistry of the chefs.
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    Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
    •
    4.9
  • Toni
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    Food and drinks were super good. The service was also great. Only negative was it was cold inside the restaurant and outside. Perfect proximity to walking to the stadium. Gave us a birthday dessert for my husband.
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    MatsuPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Pioneer Square
    •
    4.4
  • DavidVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 7 Dec 2024
    The bartender was great, friendly, attentive, and able to engage in a conversation
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    Nirmal'sPrice: Expensive• Indian• Pioneer Square
    •
    4.1

Discover best authentic restaurants in Pioneer Square

Discover the heart of Seattle's culinary scene in Pioneer Square, where authenticity shines through every dish. Our selection of restaurants in this historic area offers a true taste of culinary craftsmanship, focusing on genuine flavors and traditional cooking methods. Each establishment reflects the vibrant spirit of Seattle/Eastern Washington, ensuring that every meal is not just eaten, but experienced. Whether you're craving meticulously prepared local seafood, artisanal eats, or heritage-inspired menus, these eateries in Pioneer Square stand out for their commitment to authenticity. Dining here is not just about food; it's about embracing the rich tapestry of cultures and histories that define the region. The atmosphere in these locales ranges from cozy and intimate to lively and bustling, catering to all who seek a genuine dining experience. Explore Pioneer Square for an unforgettable journey through tastes that are as authentic as the neighborhood itself.

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