Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in North of Seattle

OpenTable

Updated May 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in North of Seattle? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

SanKai

4.9

4.9 (978)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Sushi master Ryuichi Nakano casts a wide net at SanKai, drawing longtime fans and welcoming newcomers to his intimate new sushi restaurant in the heart of downtown Edmonds. Enjoy our cozy dining room, omakase sushi bar, or heated outside dining in our domes.

Please note we are a small restaurant and children (babies) need to me accounted for in your reservation if you need seating/highchair. Stroller space is limited and may not always be accommodated.

Top review

Stephen

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent sushi, don’t skip dessert! You will need reservations.

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Experience

Sushi Bar

Experience

Standard Indoor Table

Experience

Heated Outdoor Dome

The Fireside Restaurant, Waterfront Dining

4.6

4.6 (953)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Port Ludlow

About the restaurant

Treat your senses to a delicious meal at the Fireside. Savor the bounty of the local farms, artisan meats and cheese, and celebrate the best the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Located on the shores of Ludlow Bay and overflowing with Pacific Northwest warmth, The Fireside Restaurant is an ideal setting for farm-to-table, locally-sourced food. The dinner menu changes daily to reflect the best our region has to offer with local, in-season ingredients.
The Fireside is open for lunch and dinner and provides a happy hour daily. Brunch is available in the restaurant on Saturdays and Sundays, and breakfast is provided for hotel guests daily.
The Fireside has garnered recognition for its wine program, winning the Wine Spectator ‘Best of Award of Excellence’ every year since 2011, as well being highlighted by the Washington State Wine Commission, Touring & Tasting Pacific Northwest Magazine, TripAdvisor, and it has been a Grand Award winner at the Washington State Wine Awards.

Top review

DebbieGold

Dined on May 23, 2026

Perfection. In every way. Every course was flavorful, fresh and appropriate portion. Beautiful setting overlooking marina and mountains. Gracious service. Bravo!

FIVE Restaurant Bistro

4.9

4.9 (1436)

$30 and under

Northwest

Edmonds

About the restaurant

FIVE Restaurant Bistro is a local family owned restaurant specializing in comfort food with a local flair. We strive to provide great food and service in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. During the warmer months we also have some of the best patio seating available in the Edmonds area. During the fall and winter, the outdoor seating area is enclosed and heated.

Top review

DavidGold

Dined 3 days ago

Simply the best restaurant in the northwest. Food, Service, & Drinks are exceptional.

Salt & Iron

4.7

4.7 (3020)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, Salt & Iron brings the comfort of American Northwest cuisine. The brainchild of partners Andrew Leckie and Shubert Ho, their mission is to provide a comfortable dining experience that includes local oysters, steaks and great American cuisine.
Salt & Iron's dining room designed by visionary firm Inspired Interiors of Edmonds, brings a brighter and more welcoming dining atmosphere to the Downtown core. It is located just a short walk from the Kingston Ferry and the iconic Edmonds Fountain, where the Edmonds Farmers' Market and the Edmonds Art Walk take place. A full bar provides craft cocktails, local wines and draft beers to accompany the dining experience.

Top review

Heather

Dined 1 day ago

We thoroughly enjoyed dinner. My steak was perfect.

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Lynnwood

4.8

4.8 (3461)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Lynnwood

About the restaurant

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar serves the finest cuts of succulent steak, aged for tenderness and grilled to perfection. Prime rib is a Keg specialty, slow roasted, hand carved and perfectly seasoned with special Keg spices. The restaurant also serves delicious seafood, memorable appetizers, crisp salads and decadent desserts. A casual ambiance and friendly, very knowledgeable staff are proud and reliable trademarks of The Keg Steakhouse & Bar. You'll find a truly comfortable and satisfying dining atmosphere accompanied by a fun and up-scale bar setting where guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature Keg martinis, and fresh squeezed juice cocktails.

Takeout From The Keg
If you'd rather enjoy around your own table, you can also place an order for takeout online and pickup curbside. Visit our website, or copy and paste this link: www.kegsteakhouse.com/en/takeout.

Top review

JoAnn

Dined 1 day ago

The Keg is where my family goes to celebrate special occasions. It was my birthday and the dinner did not fail.

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Anthony's HomePort - Everett.

4.6

4.6 (2996)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Everett

About the restaurant

Welcome to Anthony's HomePort! We are located just off the I-5 and overlook the largest saltwater marina in the Pacific Northwest! Enjoy views of Camano Island, Whidbey Island, Hat Island and the Olympia Mountains while dining with fresh Pacific Northwest Seafood. In addition to our fresh seafood, our menu highlights local produce, wines and microbrews.

Top review

MelindaGold

Dined 5 days ago

Dependable excellence: great menu, excellent service, delicious food, and the best views in the region.

Bazille - Nordstrom Alderwood Mall

4.9

4.9 (292)

$30 and under

American

Lynnwood

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (425) 329-2108 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Thank You.

Top review

TyGold

Dined on May 21, 2026

Lynnwood’s hidden gem with Michelin ⭐️star status cuisine!

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Experience

Happy Hour at the Bazille!

Fire & The Feast

4.7

4.7 (1120)

$30 and under

Italian

Edmonds

About the restaurant

The PNW landscape easily lends itself to Italian cuisine. Similar to that of Mediterranean towns, Edmonds is just steps away from Ocean’s Bounty, minutes from the closest vineyards and just hours from some of the best agricultural resources in the nation. Join us as we welcome you into our home for a delightful meal that Nonna would be proud of!

Top review

Becky

Dined on May 16, 2026

Lovely eatery with great service. The food was devine.

Fisherman Jack's

4.8

4.8 (664)

$31 to $50

Asian

Everett

About the restaurant

Fisherman Jack's is an upscale Asian-Seafood fusion restaurant located directly on the Everett Waterfront with beautiful views of the marina.

Our menu showcases an array of culinary delights, including traditional dim sum, timeless Asian-fusion classics, and innovative, Asian-inspired creations.

Savor not only the exquisite dishes but also an array of thoughtfully crafted beverages. Our menu will showcase a carefully curated beverage program with craft cocktail, wine, and draft beer.

If the reservation size you are looking for is not available online, please call us at (425)610-3616 and our hosts will be happy to see how we can help you!

Top review

Ann

Dined 1 day ago

Our server was phenomenal! Food great. Free birthday dessert was a nice touch!

Charcoal

4.9

4.9 (953)

$31 to $50

American

Edmonds

About the restaurant

Northwest Chef and Edmonds native Jake Wilson brings his signature care for cuisine and jovial grin to Main Street in Downtown Edmonds. At the heart of the kitchen is a charcoal fired grill, inspired by the Argentinian Santa Maria style, and custom built to serve the finest bounties of the Pacific Northwest. Located in the Graphite Art Center building on 2nd and Main, Charcoal is where food and art come to meet.

Top review

ParkerGold

Dined on May 14, 2026

Anne gave perfect service. Food was amazing. Thank you.

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