Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Ballard

47 restaurants available nearby

1. San Fermo

4.8

Exceptional(1618)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 15 times today

We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations. Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.

2. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(8928)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 81 times today

The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.

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3. La Fontana Siciliana

4.8

Exceptional(1696)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 9 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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4. RockCreek Seafood & Spirits - Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(2690)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fremont

Booked 10 times today

RockCreek Seafood & Spirits is a full service restaurant and bar located in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, WA. We’re open daily; serving dinner from 4pm to 10pm daily with a last seating 9pm. Happy hour daily from 4pm to 5:30pm.Our menu centers around globally sourced seafood from well managed fisheries; with offerings of local Northwest familiars like crab, oysters and mussels, to more tropical fish like Kona Kampachi or Hawaiian Ono, and East Coast staples like Striped Bass. Our preparations emphasize fresh ingredients that arrive daily, and pronounced flavors from around the world.Our urban-industrial two-story ‘fishing lodge’ was built with local and reclaimed resources by Dovetail Construction and Marian Built. Our tables were crafted from bark-beetle pine, and we even found a home for our favorite re-purposed farm equipment! Our space includes the main dining area, a large modern patio and an upstairs loft and pri

5. Single Shot

4.9

Exceptional(1302)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 15 times today

Discover Single Shot, a neighborhood gem tucked away in hip Capitol Hill. The 1920’s-style space hums with cosmopolitan charm. Chef Antonio Palma crafts thoughtful fare in the wood-fired oven. Seasoned bartenders mix scratch cocktails at the gorgeous marble bar. The attentive staff will have you feeling like a regular whether it’s your first or fifth visit. Single Shot wears many hats; pop in for a sip and a snack, a lingering meal, or a nightcap.

6. Grappa - Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(1206)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Queen Anne

Booked 32 times today

From the beautifully prepared and exquisitely presented small plates, to the hand crafted cocktails, it is our goal to bring generations of family tradition to your neighborhood. Every dish is designed for you and your family to share, and our space offers the same warmth and passion you would find in our own kitchen. With our traditional Mediterranean small plates, thoughtfully designed cocktails, and extended wine and grappa list, it is our goal to give you the excellent dining experience you deserve!

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7. Walrus and the Carpenter

4.7

Exceptional(392)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard / Fremont

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS. Please just stop in and we will seat you as soon as a table is available. Fishing pub meets restaurant. This bustling neighborhood restaurant specializes in oysters and other seafood dishes. Using nothing but the freshest ingredients, Chef Taylor Thomas creates seasonal food. The Walrus and the Carpenter also serves wine, smart cocktails, beer and cider. It makes an ideal after-hours hangout spot. Enjoy some fried oysters with a cold beer, surrounded by cozy rustic furnishings. If you prefer an alternative to seafood, look no further than the steak tartare, which comes with thinly sliced rye toast and egg yolk. Launched in 2010 to rave reviews, The Walrus and the Carpenter is open daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. We hope to see you soon! Until we meet at the table....

8. Pink Salt

4.8

Exceptional(467)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Magnolia

Booked 10 times today

Come experience the unique and varied cuisine of Peru, a fusion of many cultures and traditions including Incan, Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, and African. Our lounge offers traditional Pisco Sour alongside many other refreshing cocktails all while sitting in the glow of our pink salt wall. A great new addition to the Seattle restaurant scene. Great bar with unique, house made cocktails, extensive wine list and beer. Private dining and catering options are available upon request. Romantic dinners or small or larger group dining experiences welcome.

9. Serafina

4.7

Exceptional(2927)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 12 times today

Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as an intimate neighborhood restaurant located along Eastlake between the University and Downtown. Its intimate, sultry atmosphere, outdoor garden seating and its authentic Italian cuisine make it a favorite with diners from around the Puget Sound and beyond. Serafina's philosophy is simple: Offer the freshest, highest quality ingredients, present the food in an honest and inviting way, and provide the casual warmth and soothing ambiance that echoes the welcoming embrace of an Italian home.The ritual of coming together sharing wine and food with family and friends is the central motif in our lives. Italian food has an immediacy, honesty, and warmth; it possesses the spirit of a grandmother's wisdom and love. Italian food isn't about trailblazing alchemy or edible high fashion; Italian food is about staying connected—to each other, to the past, to the earth.

10. Terra Plata

4.6

Exceptional(4196)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 5 times today

Terra Plata is James Beard award winning Chef Tamara Murphy's "Earth to Plate" concept. It is the result of her love for creative and delicious plates inspired by the seasons and made possible by our local growers & artisan producers.

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TyVIP
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The mushroom risotto was incredible! The staff was amazing and super friendly.
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San FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard / Fremont
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4.8
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Kathy
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The warm, welcoming ambience, beautifully prepared dishes, and expert service were fantastic! We also appreciated the lovely personal touches, including a complimentary birthday treat (presented on a bouquet) and a personalized birthday card signed by the staff. We can't wait to go back!
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La Fontana SicilianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Todd
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was fabulous as always. The owner Rory is wonderful. We’ve been going on a regular basis for about ten years👍
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Single ShotPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.9
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Gary
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful venue to celebrate a special occasion (like a spouse’s birthday)! Service is top-notch and the food is nicely prepared & presented. This couple shared one appetizer, one small plate, the sturgeon entree, and a key lime pie—very satisfying! Do request bread for dipping into the sauce if you get the mussels.
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RockCreek Seafood & Spirits - SeattlePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fremont
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4.7
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Ginny
Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Booked our table a month ago, was really excited to visit, The pink door doesn’t let us down. The Food was soooo good and we definitely ordered too much for two, we went straight with 4 Fresh Northwest oysters, Bagna Cauda(Hot Bath), Squid Ink Tonnarelli and Mama’s Meatballs; end up packing it for dinner the night as well, but it was so satisfying. Bagna Cauda (Hot bath) is the most amazing, knowing it’s just a “dip” for veggie, however, it’s different —- you have to try it to know how good it is.
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8

Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Ballard

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47 restaurants available nearby

1. San Fermo

2. The Pink Door

3. La Fontana Siciliana

4. RockCreek Seafood & Spirits - Seattle

5. Single Shot

6. Grappa - Seattle

7. Walrus and the Carpenter

8. Pink Salt

9. Serafina

10. Terra Plata

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