34 Best American Restaurants in Seattle

“Solid brunch experience with delicious food and reasonable (by Seattle standards) prices. The menu features classic dishes with fresh, local ingredients, and our meals were well-prepared and flavorful.

We got an omelette, pork schnitzel, and cornmeal pancake. It was all very good!

However, our experience was slightly dampened (literally!) by the weather. Due to limited indoor seating, we were seated outside on a chilly and rainy Seattle morning. While the covered patio offered some protection and the heater offered some warmth, it was still quite cold, which detracted from the overall ambiance and enjoyment of the meal. At least the coffee was hot!

Despite the less-than-ideal weather conditions, the quality of the food and service at Harry's Fine Foods makes it a worthwhile dining destination. Just remember to dress warmly and hope for sunshine!“

“Fun atmosphere and delicious food!“

“If I could put more than 5 stars, I would. We selected chiefs menu option. Because it id blind tasting menu, we were not sure whether we wanted to commit to $150 pp plus drinks. In the end, it was totally worth it. They take ordinary, well known dishes and turn them into pieces of art. We had albacore tartare, crab salad, mushroom karate, duck dumplings, rib eye steak and fig cake with Gorgonzola ice cream. The waiter was incredible - it’s clear they love what they do.“

“Had breakfast here before my flight this morning and the food was delicious. Krystella made my coworkers and I the best breakfast burritos we’ve ever had and was nice enough to give us some avocado and green salsa that was to die for. We were all lucky enough to have Stephen be our server who did a great job and made an awesome Bloody Mary! I’d stay at this hotel again just to ear here.“

“I received a gift card for my Birthday in April, We had been meaning to stop in for a date night and finally did it last night. Omg. Its my new favorite place. We had great cocktails, apps, and an open faced sandwich. We ended with the most delicious slice of carrot cake to go! I can't wait to bring more of my friends and family here, I hate that I waited so long to check it out. They are doing a great job here and Im glad its in the neighborhood.“

“Came here from Vancouver Washington to enjoy some top shelf single malt whisky. Was not disappointed. The atmosphere is appropriate, the display of bottle is overwhelming, the wait staff was attentive and accommodating. They even let me have my picture taken with the bottle! We were pleased that our daughter, who came from Atlanta, really enjoyed her mixed cocktails as well.

We will definitely return when we comeback to Seattle. My only suggestion would be to have a separate sipping room for those of us who want to contemplate the fine whisky that we are imbibing in silence.“

“love sitting on the patio on a warm day and enjoying a cold delicious cocktail. The wings are tasty, the sunday cheesesteak is dynamite. they serve a terrific smoked old fashioned and many drinks on the cocktail list are spectacular. throw in friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere and you’re all set! love this place.“

“Thank you for a delicious Thanksgiving meal and for the gift of time to enjoy family even when masked and socially distant on a normally busy day. The meal was packed to be easy to be heated and shared. Thank you!“

“Perfect atmosphere and exceptional service and food ❤️❤️❤️“

“Fun relaxed bar with some good cocktail options and a happy hour. Picked for its name and the fun of telling my friends to meet me at ‘some random bar!’ We grabbed pre-dinner drinks and didn’t eat. Barkeeper was friendly and we got served quickly.“

“Extraordinary food. Great service!“

“Great food and even better staff and owner- very accommodating and friendly!“

“Great food and great staff. Always delicious beers and cocktails. Great plant based options.“

“Awesome. Wife and I love good steaks but hate the pretentiousness of most steakhouses. Server was personable, relaxed and attentive.

Atmosphere was that of maybe a cheaper steak house with 90's music. Not everyone will like this but this was 100% our scene.

Food was great. I had the Waygu Top Sirloin while my wife had the bavette cut. Demi glaze on top was on point. Had the crushed potato's with it as well which we pretty good.

Finished up with the berry cheesecake which complimented the steaks perfectly.

We'll be back for sure. Its pricy but at the end of the meal you'll think it was worth it.“

“First of all, great service! Attentive, great timing, gracious and very sweet. Then it’s the ambiance. Architecture open and airy, which I love in the era of Covid. Not loud at all but there were only three tables occupied inside. Most customers were outside. Then the food. I had the egg sandwich with the bacon and spicy sauce. yum! I want to go back now for dinner and a glass of wine.“

“The Shackshouka is incredibly delicious! Not to mention the oat milk latte.“

“Fabulous venue for a Wedding ❤️“

“As someone who doesn’t engage in a lot of fine dining, I was a little hesitant initially to book the 4 course meal. However, I can say hands down this was worth every penny. From the moment we got there until the moment we left, we were well taken care of by the expert team at Surrell. The menu was beautifully crafted, and each course encompassed complex flavors. They were great about my dairy allergy and provided comparable options for me to enjoy. We left very full and satisfied from this delicious and heartwarming dining experience. I would definitely return for another special occasion

Vegetarian options: 4 course menu has multiple dietary options, including vegetarian and vegan“

“Fabulous food, fun atmosphere and great service. Highly recommend. Can’t wait to go back to try other food on the menu.“

“My best friend and I were in town for a weekend getaway and simply had to try out Lark restaurant.

We walked in on a Saturday night, with no reservations, and were warmly greeted and sat at a wonderful section of the bar.

Are bartender was outstanding; she went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and gave us some outstanding recommendations.

We opted for the four course menu and we're not disappointed...... In fact, of all the tasting menus we've been apart of, this was one of the most fulfilling.

My partner wasn't a super fan of the lamb ribs, but I'm not really sure he knew what he was getting into. Everything else was wonderful and this was one of the highlights of our Seattle adventure!“

“You can’t go wrong. Great place, great food, great time.“

“Where to begin; the food is phenomenal! This was my second time here, and my amazement just keeps growing. The first time I was here I was by myself and ordered the Bread &Oil, followed by Kalua Pork Mixed Plate. The second time (tonight) my wife and I had cocktails, the Cambodian Beef Skewers, the Chimichurri Steak Salad, the London Fog Crême Brûlée, with an assortment of outstanding cocktails and wine, and I’m sold! This is my place to go. Period.“

“Such an amazing restaurant, great staff and delish food.“

“Super fun hangout spot. Great shows downstairs.“

“awesome food and awesome service“

“After living across from Copine for nearly a year, and then moving, we finally made a reservation, and it definitely lived up to its reputation. The restaurant’s intimate, refined atmosphere is complemented by attentive, knowledgeable service. From the amuse (not pictured) to dessert, every dish was beautifully presented and delicious. Overall, the combination of exquisite food and impeccable service makes Copine a must-visit in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood. We’ll definitely be returning.

Parking: Parking is located in the lower level of the building, entry on 64th.“

“Interesting cushion of Asian spices/flavoring with western dishes.“

“yooooo, you need to check out this bar if you want a good time. We came here during vacation on a Wednesday night and this was one of our favourite experiences in the city! Peter was our bartender and brings the type of energy we love in a bar. This is a great place for people who appreciate a good cocktail and want an intimate setting, but are also open to great banter with a bartender who’s also having a good time themselves!

Drinks: this is the first bar we’ve been to that is on tock. We were like “whattttttt? Whyyyyy? That’s only for expensive restaurants but whatever, we’re on vacation. Let’s give it a try” It is $25 pp reservation but that gets deducted from your total bill. The menu was huge and felt really unique with all the descriptions. We had a fun time picking out drinks. We got the Manhanttan, Vesper, Spanish Coffee, bartender’s choice, a flight of 4 glasses of Cognac, and a flight of 3 glasses of Mezcal. They were all made so well! My husband particularly liked the flights. He really appreciated how he could try different spirits in one setting, and how Peter was so knowledgeable about all of them and had fun creating these flights.

Service: it was great!!!! It’s the type of place where the bartender gives people space but also welcomes good conversation. We felt that Peter went above and beyond to make sure that my husband and I had a good time. To put into context, we werent going to drink that much on a Wednesday night, but it was just too fun.

Atmosphere: very chill and vibey! The outside looks spooky but then you go through the doors, and you see how super cute it is! The bar has 6 seats, a small table for two and then a cute corner couch.

WOULD I COME HERE AGAIN?! Yes!!! This is a fun place for people who really appreciate a GOOD cocktail and want to be in an intimate setting.“

“The food here is fantastic.“

“Had the best lunch today! I had the halibut sandwich and hubby had the tuna sandwich! Dominic was one of the best servers I’ve ever come across! And we travel a lot.“

“Walked in and sat at the bar for the walk in lounge menu.
- scallop toast was so buttery and delicious
- lamb Tsukune was flavorful as well
- tempera cod was delicately fried but a little bland
- canlis burger was decently sized and juicy but not fell a little short of expectations

The restaurant overall has an amazing view of the city though. Good vibes.“

“I ordered the crispy/spicy and had the best lunch I have had in months! The size and quality of the chicken is fantastic along with the flavor. I am already looking forward to my next visit to this food truck....“

“Easily the best establishment on Capitol Hill. The food is great and the drinks are delicious. The best part is the people - they are all incredibly kind and friendly people. Do yourself a favor and go. Get the burger. It’s worth the cost of admission.“

“Oak: American food, much of it comfort food, with extensive options for vegans, vegetarians and carnivorous butchers alike. After being assured that it actually tasted nothing like fish, I got the vegan fish sandwich since it was the closest thing to a chicken sandwich on the menu; and, our server was right—it tasted nothing like fish and was absolutely delicious. My older child went for the “Last Unicorn”, a fried tofu sandwich with coleslaw on top, which he raved about. My younger child went for the (vegetarian) penne with cheese sauce, and between that and the vegan chicken fingers, French fries, and fried corn, he ate more than I’ve seen him eat at a meal in a very long time. And then there were the other delicious dishes we tried: vegan kale fried chicken Caesar salad, vegan fried pickles (rockin’ dipping sauce with these), lentil soup, and the house-made Hostess ding dong-inspired cupcake, which brought the house down. And this was all topped off by some of the best and friendliest service I’ve had at a restaurant anywhere in the world in the past few years. Our first visit was a smashing success and surely will not be our last!“