Best Casual Restaurants in Pioneer Square

132 restaurants available nearby

1. Matsu

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Pioneer Square

Booked 7 times today

Located in the former Girin space in bustling Pioneer Square, Matsu serves up sushi and Japanese fare with rotating wines, sakes, and a full bar. The perfect stop for Happy Hour after work or late night, or before the game.

2. Locus Wines

4.9

Exceptional(100)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Pioneer Square

We are a local winery making wine since 2011 with a mission to showcase Pacific Northwest. Located in Pioneer Square just a few blocks from Lumen Field & T-Mobile Park, our tasting room is a modern, approachable space with an emphasis on showcasing how food & wine elevate one another. Our guests discover many of our wines by tasting a flight, enjoying a quick glass & a snack, or settling in for a full evening of curated pairings. Check out our patio in Spring, Summer and early Fall or just lounge on the comfy couch & chairs. We also offer monthly food & wine pairing events, wine dinners & private events. Open daily, except Tuesdays. W-F: 3-9 PMSat: 12-9PMSun: 12-7PMMon:3-9 PMFor wine events and dinner schedule, or more information on private parties, visit www.locuswines.com

3. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(8857)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 126 times today

The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.

4. Umi Sake House

4.7

Exceptional(2536)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 66 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!

5. Ben Paris

4.4

Awesome(1136)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

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6. Von's 1000 Spirits - Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(163)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Enjoy creatively prepared American fare at Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro. This charming spot features various flags draped across the ceiling and an open kitchen where patrons can watch the chefs at work. Owner Merrisa Firnstahl-Claridge and Executive Chef Jason Amador delight in offering delicious food with friendly service in a comfortable atmosphere. Patrons can choose from entrées like salmon cakes with pickled vegetables, homemade meatballs with pasta or a hoisin-glazed prime rib burger at Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro. Sourdough pizza with a choice of toppings, salads, hearty sandwiches and vegetarian dishes also make for fulfilling meals. Von's 1000Spirits Gusto Bistro is featured in publications such as The Seattle Times and The Stranger. It has happy hour with a sizable bar that serves cocktails as well as housemade vodka, gin and tequila. This bistro hosts private events for parties as well.

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7. The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle

4.5

Awesome(176)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown

Booked 14 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.

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8. Stateside - Seattle

4.9

Exceptional(326)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 12 times today

Chef Eric Johnson cooks casual but elegant dishes at his Capitol Hill restaurant specializing in Contemporary Asian cuisine. Since opening in 2014, he’s won over Seattle diners with dishes like chili cumin pork ribs, fried master stock chicken, and crispy duck fresh rolls. The cocktails feature Southeast Asian ingredients like galangal and lime leaf. Stateside is conveniently located on lower Capitol Hill within a short walk of the Convention Center, the Paramount theater and downtown. Check out Stateside's cocktail lounge next door, Foreign National, for an intimate craft cocktail experience.

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9. Salty's on Alki Beach

4.7

Exceptional(9604)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Seattle/Alki

Booked 68 times today

Located on Alki Beach with the most spectacular view of the Seattle skyline, Salty’s is one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America. Salty’s is renowned for our award-winning fresh seasonal seafood, Pacific Northwest Coastal cuisine, playful atmosphere, and uncommonly genuine service. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are open for year round outdoor dining in our cozy and elegant glass-like tents and on our decks. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to celebrate or just let the stress of the day slip away while enjoying the astonishing waterfront and fresh air of the Elliot Bay. We are truly a great escape and delicious fun! Established in 1980, we are a James Beard Smart Catch Restaurant, proudly independent, family owned and operated, and woman owned.

10. Cutters Crabhouse

4.4

Awesome(3295)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 27 times today

Cutters Crabhouse seafood restaurant, WHERE FRESH SEAFOOD COMES ASHORE ®, is located in downtown Seattle near the historic Pike Place Market. We have a quarter-century long tradition of serving the freshest Northwest seafood including crab, salmon, clams, shrimp, halibut and more. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Elliott Bay waterfront while dining on the "perfect taste" of Seattle.

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Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Such a special place in Seattle. Professional staff, welcoming maitre d, and top quality dishes.
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Lianda
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The garlic beef dish was to die for! We had 4 people at our table order it and we couldn’t get enough! Service was great! The venue was stunning’ highly recommend
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MatsuPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Pioneer Square
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4.3
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margaret
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I thought the food had a lot of flavor. Our server was attentive and our dishes came out quickly. We went here prior to seeing a play at Paramount and it was a short walk.
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Ben ParisPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4
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Anchorage / Alaska •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
My girlfriend and I had a great dining experience. The server was awesome and fun and made the experience better. The food was phenomenal and the drinks are delicious. Thank you all for everything you do to make a delicious and great meals
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Umi Sake HousePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown
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4.7
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Carolyn
Seattle / Eastern Washington •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 28, 2024
Excellent service. Very informative server did an great job selecting wine and sharing info on them. Delicious charcuterie.
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Locus WinesPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Pioneer Square
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4.9

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132 restaurants available nearby

1. Matsu

2. Locus Wines

3. The Pink Door

4. Umi Sake House

5. Ben Paris

6. Von's 1000 Spirits - Seattle

7. The Hart and the Hunter - Seattle

8. Stateside - Seattle

9. Salty's on Alki Beach

10. Cutters Crabhouse

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