Downtown Restaurants

Chandler's Crab is the seafood branch of the Schwartz Brothers Restaurant chain. In business over 20 years, it is one of the best places for crab you'll find in Seattle. ($$$$)

Located in Pacific Place, this Il Fornaio offers a fine dining service and ambiance with surprisingly good eats for a mall restaurant. With a beautiful interior and views, it's great for dates. ($$$)

Contemporary Southern inspired cooking comes to Seattle at Sazerac. Located in the Hotel Monaco, the ambiance is both classy and charming, yet unpretentious to chow guilt free on fried catfish. ($$$)

Centrally located in downtown Seattle, The Oceanaire is extremely well known for fantastic seafood, excellent staff and an amazing variety of fresh fish. ($$$$)

A modern styled izakaya, Wann serves a delicious mix of contemporary Japanese cuisine in a dark and sexy atmosphere. Traditional and sushi are still here, but don't expect California rolls. ($$)

Located in the heart of Downtown Seattle, Tulio Ristorante offers up some of the best Italian-inspired food and is only a few minutes away from 5th Avenue and Benaroya Hall. ($$$)

Located at the base of the Mayflower Hotel, Andaluca Chef Wayne Johnson serves a mix of Northwest seafood with Mediterranean inspirations in an environment that is moody, yet warmly inviting. ($$$$)

Dim Sum takes on a new meaning with O'Asian, a chic and trendy spot in Seattle downtown's financial district. Sporting impressive architecture and fine tasting dishes, O'Asian impresses on all levels. ($$)

Considered by most to be the grandfather of fine dining in Seattle, Campagne has been a common starting point for both romantic French evenings as well as some of Seattle's best chefs. ($$$$)

Nestled in central Belltown, Zoe offers plenty of contemporary American food in a comfortable, gregarious atmosphere while the bar provides tasty, unique concoctions like sage margaritas. ($$$)

With its focus on the clashing of sweet and savory flavors, Earth and Ocean has much to offer including an impressive selection of house made charcuterie (a tasty assortment of preserved meats.) ($$$$)

Deep in the heart of Belltown, Brasa (old French for "coal ember") offers style, wines and a comfortable atmosphere that evokes a Mediterranean air. ($$$$)

Gruyere cheese, imported wine, and snug accommodations make Le Pichet a great spot for those looking for some good French food doesn't require a trip halfway around the world. ($$)

Flying fish and fresh produce are not the only things you find in Pike Place Market. Crepe de France offers up a respectable number of crepes that are sure to satisfy your appetite. ($$)

In the heart of downtown Seattle, Boka offers a pleasant blend of urban American entrees in an equally enjoyable setting reminiscent of a 1950's lounge. ($$$)

Serious Pie, the Tom Douglas take on the classic Pizzeria, dishes out pizza (clearly), Italian sweets, beers & wines. Unique pizza toppings include penn cove mussels, pork belly, pancetta & more. ($$)

Known for its fantastic weekend brunch and top notch seafood options, Salty's is undoubtedly a Seattle institution perfect for locals and visitors alike. Just make sure to have those reservations. ($$$$)