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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Capitol Hill / First Hill

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A photo of Skillet Diner at Capitol Hill restaurant
4.3
Awesome(650)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 26 times today
No Mo' CashHeads up! In order to provide the safest work environment possible for the team we will no longer accept cash. We gladly take Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other forms of touchless payment. The award-winning Skillet Diner opened in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle in 2011. We’re a neighborhood joint doing our best to make the place feel relaxed, service attentive and easy; the food approachable yet focused. We use fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The style of food is similar to what we’re known for on the airstream …the difference? we have so much more room! Items range from our fennel-crusted fried chicken and waffle to our burger with bacon jam, arugula, and bleu cheese, to our legendary kale Caesar salad. Seating policy: We require your whole party be present to be sat.
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4.1
Excellent(574)
Price: Expensive
• Grill • Downtown
Booked 13 times today
RIDER celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Northwest by working closely with small, local, family-owned farms, ranches, fishermen, foragers, vineyards, and craftsmen. We strive to offer fresh, unique ingredients that showcase the region that we love.
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4.7
Exceptional(343)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake
Booked 12 times today
Deep Dive is a unique and stylish cocktail lounge inside an art installation, delivering an exceptional experience. As one reviewer noted, 'the ambiance is nice and modern. A must for any milestone or date night.' The place is known for its superior service, delicious small bites, and creative, unique cocktails. Despite the higher prices, guests consider it worth the cost for the distinctive look and feel.
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4.9
Exceptional(1315)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill
Booked 16 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(2560)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
Shuckers Oyster Bar, located in the iconic Fairmont Olympic Hotel, is a Seattle landmark for fresh Northwest seafood, wine and local microbrews. Housed in a 1930s haberdashery, its carved oak paneling and tin ceiling create a cozy, pub-style ambiance. The menu features classics like clam chowder, fish and chips, and a premier selection of oysters prepared four ways. Daily specials showcase market-fresh seafood, including the exclusive Copper River Salmon when in season. Guests can enjoy an extensive wine list, craft cocktails, and live oyster shucking on weekends. Committed to sustainability, Shuckers partners with local fisheries to ensure the freshest ingredients. With a staff averaging 20 years of expertise, the dining experience is elevated with insightful oyster recommendations, contributing to 400 dozen oysters served weekly. An OpenTable Diners’ Choice winner in 2024, Shuckers remains a top destination for seafood lovers in Seattle.
A photo of Grappa - Seattle restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1226)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Queen Anne
Booked 21 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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4.1
Excellent(123)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Downtown
Booked 54 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
A photo of Daniel's Broiler - Downtown Seattle restaurant
4.2
Awesome(642)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
Located on the second floor of the Hyatt Regency Seattle, guests enjoy downtown views with live piano music, USDA Prime Steaks—the top two percent of all graded beef in the nation—as well as other traditional steakhouse favorites and our award-winning wine list. Our Rickhouse Whiskey Bar offers a wide selection of whiskey and other fine spirits from around the globe.
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4.8
Exceptional(4106)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 17 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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4.6
Exceptional(1419)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Wallingford
Booked 9 times today
Joule, the first restaurant from celebrated husband and wife cooking team Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi, is re-located in October, 2012 to the innovative, newly developed the Fremont Collective in Seattle’s Wallingford/Fremont neighborhood. From its original opening in 2007, Joule has cultivated a loyal dining fan base and captured the attention of an admiring local and national media captivated by the couple’s unique, modern perspective on Korean cuisine. Joule, the mature sibling to Yang and Chirchi’s restaurant, Revel, highlights Korea’s love of beef featuring unconventional cuts accompanied by distinctive and shareable side dishes.Joule takes reservations for 1.75-3 hour time slots (depending on party size). We do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible and ask that you are considerate of other diners at the end of your meal. If you feel that your party requires more time, please let us know in the notes and we will get back to you with our available accommodations.

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  • Jack
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Went to Capital Hill Skillet because our usual anniversary dinner place, Luna Park Cafe, is now closed for dinner. Didn't know they closed at 7, and got there are 6:30. Never felt rushed. Food was great, as always! Burgers and poutine. Then the very sweet waitress brought us a dessert on the house to help us celebrate. Skillet never disappoints!
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    Skillet Diner at Capitol HillPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill
    4.3
  • GaryVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Palisade is our go-to place for special occasions for our family and friends. Our besties just happen to have been married on Valentine’s Day so of course we came here for their Valentine’s Day special. The service was outstanding as always…our server treated us like old friends, and every employee we ran into acknowledged us. The food was excellent as always; started out with calamari as we usually do, which is as good as anywhere. The filet(s) were cooked perfectly, the slab of prime rib was enough for two people. The prawns were tasty but just a little tough and hard to get the tail off, but that’s the only criticism I can make of the whole meal. Everything was served hot, it was evident that nothing sat around before being delivered to our table. We’re already planning our next visit.
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    PalisadePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Magnolia
    4.4
  • LeAnn
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    He had the filet, I had the lobster - both were perfectly cooked and tasty. Desert was the butter cake, would absolutely order that again.
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    Daniel's Broiler - Downtown SeattlePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
    4.2
  • Elizabeth
    Los Angeles •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Grappa Seattle offers a fantastic Italian dining experience, and my recent visit was nothing short of exceptional. The highlight of my meal was the seafood risotto, which was perfectly creamy, rich in flavor, and packed with fresh seafood. Each bite had a wonderful balance of tender rice, briny sweetness from the seafood, and just the right amount of seasoning. It truly transported me to the coast of Italy. Beyond the risotto, their Italian-inspired dishes are equally impressive. From the beautifully plated appetizers to the carefully crafted pastas, everything exudes authenticity and attention to detail. I also appreciated their mocktail selection, which offered a refreshing variety beyond the usual overly sweet sodas. It was a great touch that added to the overall experience. My only critique would be the portion sizes, which felt a bit on the smaller side. While the quality was top-notch, I wouldn’t have minded a slightly more generous serving. That said, Grappa’s warm ambiance, attentive service, and outstanding flavors make it a must-visit for Italian food lovers in Seattle. I’ll definitely be returning!
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    Grappa - SeattlePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Queen Anne
    4.7
  • Robert
    Nebraska •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Jan 2025
    Everything was great and the inside of the restaurant was very cool.
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    Herb & Bitter Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Capitol Hill / First Hill
    4.1

Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Capitol Hill / First Hill

Discover a captivating dining experience in Seattle and Eastern Washington, especially in the Capitol Hill / First Hill area, renowned for its eclectic and vibrant restaurant scene. If you're searching for dining spots truly "worth the drive," this location boasts a selection of establishments that masterfully blend local ingredients with global culinary traditions. These restaurants stand out for their commitment to quality, offering menus that feature everything from Northwest to Mediterranean influences, all prepared with exceptional skill and creativity. Patrons often praise these eateries for their outstanding service, atmospheric settings, and the ability to cater to diverse dietary needs, making each visit a memorable one. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these dining destinations provide not just meals, but experiences that are both enriching and delightful. Ideal for food enthusiasts and casual diners alike, each restaurant strives to ensure a satisfying and enjoyable dining experience, making them true gems in Seattle's culinary landscape.

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