Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington? 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!

Nell's

5.0

5 (1673)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Green Lake

About the restaurant

Nell's is an intimate, chef-owned restaurant located in the vibrant Green Lake neighborhood. Open for dinner seven nights a week, Nell's offers European-inspired New American cuisine featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients. If we do not have your desired reservation time available online, please give us a call.

Our chef Philip Mihalski's cooking approach unites his classic training in some of the most celebrated kitchens in New York City and France with his passion for freshness and simplicity.

Nell's menus are designed to pair beautifully with your wine selection from our large wine list. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options on request.

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined 7 days ago

Nell’s is my favorite restaurant in Seattle. There is a reason it has survived and flourished for over 40 years in the city, first as Saleh a Lago. Perfect for everyday dining but especially for special occasions. Delicious seasonal food and excellent wines. Great service.

OOLA Capitol Hill

4.9

4.9 (101)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

We always leave ample space for walk-in's so come on over! Party's over 6 people, give us a call or send a direct message on our website.

OOLA Capitol Hill offers craft cocktails showcasing OOLA spirits, elevated bar snacks and PNW casual fine dining, shared plates, driven by the seasons. Executive Chef Elizabeth Blacker creates photo-worthy share plates with the freshest seasonal ingredients with a Pacific Northwest flair.

Nestled in a private courtyard on Union Street between 14th and 15th, OOLA Capitol Hill is a gem of a building with two garage doors opening onto a patio shaded by mature Japanese Maple trees. With 11 seats at the bar and 22 on the floor, it is one of the rare intimate community treasures that make Seattle a marvel.

We also have a Private Dining Room for parties from 8-20.

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Kira

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely restaurant experience with delicious food and attentive service!

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Experience

Craft Cocktail Hour

Westcott Bay Shellfish Co

4.9

4.9 (942)

$31 to $50

Seafood

San Juan Islands

About the restaurant

Reservations are available for the Tide Tables for parties of 1-20 people through October 13th!

We are growers of oysters, mussels and clams in the renowned waters of Westcott Bay on San Juan Island, Washington. The Tide Tables restaurant incorporates seasonal dishes sourced from local farms, and our freshly harvested oysters and clams. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended for the Tide Tables, we have very limited walk in space!
A few things to note about your reservation:
All reservations are for 1.5 hours based on your reservation start time, we recommend arriving on time to ensure you get the whole time.
You can now make reservations for up to 20 people.
We are unable to itemize bills for parties of 8+ people.

Top review

John

Dined 3 days ago

This is the place for oysters. Absolutely the best! I just wish I was on the island longer to have another wonderful experience.

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Cora Pizza and Plates

4.9

4.9 (41)

$30 and under

Italian

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

Welcome to Cora Pizza & Plates, a neighborhood Italian restaurant in Seattle’s Capitol Hill featuring wood fired pizzas, heartening pastas, and seasonal vegetables and salads from James Beard Award-winning Chef John Sundstrom of Lark. Visit our rustic and cozy space, perfect for a date night or family dinner, and enjoy our refined but approachable plates, complemented by a curated wine list, batch cocktails and boozy slushies.

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Ellen

Dined on Sep 22, 2024

Food was excellent. Service was excellent. Ambiance was exactly what we wanted. The restaurant was full but we didn’t even notice other people. They were able to accommodate our party of 8 and we all were impressed (including my two teens). We ordered salads, pizza, and pasta.

Kro Bar

4.9

4.9 (588)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Bothell

About the restaurant

The krō bär is an eclectic bar with a speakeasy vibe and a passion for spirits and great food with a nod to another era.

Tucked away on Main Street in Bothell, a walkable neighborhood teaming with local art, culture and food, the artfully handcrafted krō bär has been reclaimed from the bones of Bothell’s historic hardware store in the Mohn building. The 16-foot-high tin ceilings, a hanging catwalk and the original wood floors were uncovered and restored.

Please note we are 21 and older only.

Due to the size of our location, we are unable to seat parties of more than 4 guests.

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Ryan

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

The cocktails are excellent. The vibes, immaculate.

Montalcino Ristorante Italiano

4.9

4.9 (2829)

$31 to $50

Italian

Issaquah

About the restaurant

Montalcino Ristorante Italiano, an intimate restaurant in Olde Town Issaquah, Washington.

From the moment you walk in we hope you will feel like you are a guest in our living room. We believe authentic Italian food and wine are a way of life. All dishes are prepared with passion and tradition using only the freshest, highest quality, real Italian ingredients. Montalcino is a perfect location for a romantic date night, elegant birthday or anniversary celebration, a relaxed family dinner, or any special occasion.

A quality menu with a unique wine selection including wines produced throughout Italy as well as some wines from the beautiful state of Washington.

Buon Appetito and Salute!

Top review

Dante

Dined on Oct 2, 2024

Just a great experience! A very intimate setting yet welcoming and very friendly. The owner was our server and she made everyone feel as if they were dining in her home. The food was outstanding from the appetizers to the desserts - well prepared, incredible portions - never had a such a meaty lambshank - with such unique tastes. My wife's pasta dish was as flavorful as any we experienced on a private wine and food tour in Italy! Looking forward to returning to Montalcino to sample another incredible menu selection!

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Fresh Pasta Lobster Saffron

Naan N Curry - Issaquah

4.9

4.9 (80)

$30 and under

Pakistani

Issaquah

About the restaurant

Seattle's premier destination since 2005 for authentic Pakistani and Indian cuisine. Our Halal menu offers traditional dishes such as Biryani, Haleem, Seekh Kababs, and Malai Boti. The restaurant's vibe is perfect for a date night, family gathering, bringing guests from out of town, and special occasions. Our goal is to provide a modern vibe while preserving our classic Pakistani and Indian fare.

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Bhavya

Dined on Oct 3, 2024

The food is really amazing. Worth going. I had achari paneer which was mouth watering.

Rumba Seattle

4.9

4.9 (54)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Rumba is the Northwest's premiere rum bar featuring over 700 different rums. We make delicious rum-forward craft drinks with our freshly squeezed juices, balanced house syrups, and sourced best-quality ingredients. Our drinks are flavorful, focused and "not too sweet!"

https://www.rumbaonpike.com/

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Colleen

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

Amazing cocktails and good values. Service was very attentive and friendly. Loved the refined guacamole, plantains and carne asada. The bananas for dessert were extra delicious and gluten free. We will be back soon!

The Veranda at Casia Lodge and Ranch

4.9

4.9 (72)

$50 and over

American

Twisp

About the restaurant

James Beard Award-winning Chef Jason Wilson brings his culinary expertise to the heart of the Methow Valley at The Veranda, situated inside the picturesque Casia Lodge & Ranch. Indulge in seasonal menus, thoughtfully crafted to showcase the bounty of local farmers and purveyors, all within a casual yet elegant atmosphere. Whether you're savoring perfectly cooked steak, seafood, house baked breads or a farm-fresh salad, each dish is a testament to Chef Jason's commitment to quality and flavor. Situated amidst breathtaking views, The Veranda looks out onto a sprawling 300 acres of open landscape and is framed by the majestic Cascade Mountains.

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Tim

Dined on Oct 2, 2024

Amazing environment, fantastic food, our server "Drew" was so helpful and helpful.

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Experience

Happy Hour, 3-5 pm

Experience

Rocky Pond Winemaker Dinner 6pm

Experience

High Tea (last seating 4:30pm)

Wild Sage American Bistro

4.9

4.9 (2611)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Spokane

About the restaurant

Opened in 2006, the first thing you'll experience at Wild Sage American Bistro is the rich earth tones and classic architectural details that make our bistro both relaxing and refined. Walls of windows saturate our interior space with abundant natural light during the day and provide an intimate atmosphere at night. You'll find our three dining areas allow for conversations to flow comfortably yet privately for a wonderful dining experience.
We have designed a menu that allows us to be creative on a daily basis, and work within the limits of what is in season and available. We are always looking for unique ingredients to highlight. Local beef, regional fresh fish, local gardens, heirloom vegetables fruits and tomatoes. We describe our style as “Regionally Sourced Northwest Cuisine”. It just makes sense using local ingredients at the peak of their quality and freshness.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing food with a menu that changes often. Great service. We will be back!

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Popular dish

Wild Sage Burger

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Pork Tenderloin Aupoivre

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Harvest Salad

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