Best Seasonal Restaurants in Downtown, Seattle / Eastern Washington

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EastsideNorth of SeattleSeattleSouth of Seattle

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BallardBeacon HillBellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketBothellBremerton

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1. Carmine's 5th Ave

4.8

Exceptional(290)

$$$$

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 62 times today

Seattle’s most iconic Italian dining experience is coming to the heart of downtown in the US Bank Centre. Join us this fall as we open the doors to Carmine’s on Fifth. Timeless flavors, warm hospitality, and a stunning new space await. Valet located on 6th Avenue beginning at 4pm with self-park available in the underground garage, accessed via 6th Ave or Union St.

2. The George

4.3

Awesome(1540)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining destination led by Director of Culinary Eraj Jayawickreme. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu within a high-design space, marking a new era for this historic hotel's iconic dining room. The menu celebrates local, seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts. Savor Pacific Northwest flavors with the freshest seafood, artisan cheeses, and vibrant produce. The George pays homage to the historic Georgian Room, a Seattle icon since 1924. Designed by renowned Spanish studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán, the space blends history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, Art Deco chandeliers, and marble floors enhance the ambiance, while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors and original Palladian windows complete the vision. With a private dining room and semi-private enclaves, The George is perfect for groups and special occasions.Restaurant & Bar Design Awards: Best Design, Americas, 2023.

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3. Matt's in the Market

4.8

Exceptional(2266)

$$$$

• Northwest • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

Located in Seattle's Pike Place Market, Matt's in the Market offers a quintessential Seattle dining experience in an intimate setting. Executive Chef Jace Jorgensen finds inspiration within the bustling stalls of Pike Place Market, where he shops daily with an eye towards the seasonal bounty of the Great Pacific Northwest. Matt's in the Market has a passionately curated wine list and a full scratch bar. Matt's the Market's dedicated staff is knowledgeable, affable, and seek to create genuine connections and warm memories for every guest.

4. Ben Paris

4.6

Exceptional(1402)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and hotel guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine highlighting the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.Reservation Policies:- Tables will be seated once the whole party has arrived- Reservations are held for 10 minutes; please call if you are running late- Walk-ins welcome!- For groups of 8 or more, please call to make your reservation. A credit card is required to secure it, and a $25 per guest charge applies for no-shows. We kindly require that all members of large dinner parties participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

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5. Wild Ginger Downtown Seattle

4.6

Exceptional(6536)

$$$$

• Asian • Downtown

Booked 43 times today

** Wild Ginger - Downtown The food at Wild Ginger spans the Pacific Rim from China to Indonesia. We pride ourselves on offering traditional dishes from these distinctive regions and insist on house-made ingredients. Chefs make spicy chili sambals, fresh coconut milk, delicate egg noodles, and our pungent oyster sauce all from scratch. To achieve the sublime flavors of the East, there is no substitute for the time-honored customs of these rich and ancient cultures.

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6. The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle

4.6

Exceptional(249)

$$$$

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Palihotel Seattle is home to The Hart and The Hunter, our laid-back Americana diner featuring elevated diner classics and easygoing cocktails. Established in Los Angeles in 2012, this family-friendly and cheerful Pike market adjacent neighborhood spot offers crave-worthy dishes such as Smoked Corn Beef Hash, Griddled Sandwiches, Pie à la Mode, Savory or Sweet Waffles and other delights! Cocktails range from seasonal specialties to the classics done right.

7. Umi Sake House

4.8

Exceptional(2798)

$$$$

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 68 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!

8. Terra Plata

4.6

Exceptional(4430)

$$$$

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

Booked 43 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.

9. Shaker + Spear

4.6

Exceptional(753)

$$$$

• Seafood • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 22 times today

Shaker & Spear is all about seafood paired with fresh, regional ingredients. We invite you to enjoy a meal in a neighborly atmosphere set among one of Seattle's coolest neighborhoods, Belltown. Shaker + Spear features market fresh, decidedly innovative fare focused on local sourcing and sustainable fishing. We are a restaurant favorite of visitors seeking a respite from a busy day of shopping at nearby Pike Place Market or walking along the Puget Sound. -We have a 10 minute grace period. Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time.-PARTIES OF 5 OR MORE: Please call the restaurant to book at (206) 826-1700. Our large party cancellation policy of parties of 5+ is $30 per person if there is a cancellation within 24 hours or the party is a no show. Reservation will not be held if no credit card information is provided. -PARTIES OF 10+ please contact Shaker+Spear at (206) 826-1700

10. Alder & Ash

4.4

Awesome(452)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Alder & Ash is redefining the modern Pacific Northwest Bar & Grill. A casual, elevated modern brasserie serving seasonal cuisine from the Pacific Northwest with worldwide influences using local products and producers.Join Executive Chef Jason Stratton on a journey through the flavors and dishes that make this region so unique. Open seven days a week, Alder & Ash is located at the corner of 7th and Pike in downtown Seattle. Right in the heart of the Central Business District, Alder & Ash is the perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a late night cocktail.Breakfast is offered daily from 6am to 10:30am, followed by lunch from 11am to 3pm, happy hour from 4pm to 6pm and dinner from 5pm to 10pm.

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George
Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Our server was very attentive and helped make it a memorable experience. Both the food and the service were fantastic. We were actually surprised the restaurant was not rated a 5 star! We definitely give it 5 stars!!
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The George$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.3
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Elissa
West Palm Beach •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great sushi, rolls - huge variety of different sake to try !!! fun sushi chefs and outstanding server -
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Umi Sake House$$$$• Japanese• Downtown
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4.8
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SuzyGold
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server had the whole restaurant as someone had called out. Despite that and the restaurant being busy, he had a great attitude and maintained a high level of service. Food was great! Strawberry and cream biscuit was amazing!
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The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle$$$$• Contemporary Southern• Downtown
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4.6
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Brenda
Seattle / Eastern Washington •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our server was super friendly! Food was amazing, the setting and esthetic ambience was so beautiful.
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Carmine's 5th Ave$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Elizabeth
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 5, 2026
Incredible winemaker dinner experience with Ben Paris and Dossier!! Food was amazing as per usual, as was the wine, but the whole thing all together was 🤌🏼 such a fun night! More please :)
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Ben Paris$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.6

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