Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Ballard

30 restaurants available nearby

1. Lark

4.6

Exceptional(1226)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 30 times today

Welcome to Lark, Seattle’s beloved fine-dining destination for 20 years, with New American cuisine from Chef John Sundstrom celebrating the bounty of the Pacific Northwest in a luxurious, comfortable atmosphere with impeccable, welcoming service. Visit our elegant space in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, easily accessible from Downtown Seattle, and experience our James Beard Award-winning food and hospitality.

2. Nell's

4.8

Exceptional(1703)

Price: Expensive

• Northwest • Green Lake

Booked 7 times today

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.

3. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3803)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 53 times today

We recommend making a reservation however, we have some counter seats available on a first come first serve basis for walk-ins. There could be a waitlist so come early!Cascina Spinasse is offering in-house dining seven days a week. Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 10pm. Friday & Saturday 5pm - 11pm.

4. Sushi Kashiba

4.9

Exceptional(845)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 42 times today

Sushi Kashiba is Seattle's destination for Japanese fine dining at its highest level. Located next to historic Pike Place Market. Take a coveted seat at the Omakase sushi bar, where you just might find multi-James Beard Award nominated Chef Shiro Kashiba holding court.Most guests order one of Sushi Kashiba's chef curated sushi dinners. The mix of fresh local fish as well as delicacies from Japan and around the world will satisfy the palette of seasoned sushi fans as well as new entrants into the sushi world. We also feature à la carte items like agedashi tofu, oysters on the half shell and Chef Kashiba's New York Times featured black cod kasuzuke. Welcome to Sushi Kashiba.

5. Eldr

new

4.9

Exceptional(20)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard

Booked 51 times today

Located in the heart of Sunset Hill/Ballard, General Harvest’s newest concept celebrates the art of wood-fire cooking. This live-fire kitchen showcases the highest quality proteins, sustainably harvested seafood, and seasonal produce, all prepared with a focus on simplicity and bold, natural flavors inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

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6. Walrus and the Carpenter

4.7

Exceptional(393)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard

Booked 2 times today

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS. Please just stop in and we will seat you as soon as a table is available. Fishing pub meets restaurant. This bustling neighborhood restaurant specializes in oysters and other seafood dishes. Using nothing but the freshest ingredients, Chef Taylor Thomas creates seasonal food. The Walrus and the Carpenter also serves wine, smart cocktails, beer and cider. It makes an ideal after-hours hangout spot. Enjoy some fried oysters with a cold beer, surrounded by cozy rustic furnishings. If you prefer an alternative to seafood, look no further than the steak tartare, which comes with thinly sliced rye toast and egg yolk. Launched in 2010 to rave reviews, The Walrus and the Carpenter is open daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. We hope to see you soon! Until we meet at the table....

7. Autumn Seattle

4.7

Exceptional(473)

Price: Expensive

• American • Phinney Ridge

Booked 20 times today

Welcome to Autumn Seattle! Located in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, Autumn Restaurant focuses on a simple approach to pasta, seafood & vegetables.

8. Deep Dive

4.7

Exceptional(331)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 15 times today

Renee Erickson’s Deep Dive: eat and drink inside of an art installation turned cocktail lounge within the iconic Spheres. Expect timeless, thought-provoking, and original cocktails, alongside refined plates, and an exceptional spirits selection. Deep Dive is a modern classic, inspired by marquee hotel bars the world over. Our kitchen will accommodate orders until our last seating each evening.No Minors - strictly 21+. Elevated attire encouraged, but not required. All parties MUST bring a valid, physical I.D. - pictures will NOT be accepted.Please be advised that a reservation does not guarantee specific seating arrangements - no distinction is made between tables or bar seats.As we are an intimate space, we kindly request that inquires for parties larger than 6 people be directed to events@eatseacreatures.comWe look forward to hosting you in Deep Dive! Until we meet, beneath the surface....

9. Ben Paris

4.3

Awesome(1168)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 54 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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10. Sushi Kappo Tamura - Dining Room

4.9

Exceptional(1744)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 20 times today

Using local and seasonal ingredients is the most important element in Japanese cuisine. It also has become the primary principle for the international culinary community. With commitment to that philosophy, Tamura features sustainable seasonal ingredients of the Pacific Northwest in authentic Japanese preparation. Tamura is a Kappo style restaurant where food is prepared in an open kitchen and served quickly in a lively environment where staff and guests talk about the food and beyond. Our goal is to become the very best restaurant to our guests by getting to know them and serving them in a personable yet professional manner.*Please note that a 20% living wage charge is included (dine in only). The house retains 100% of these charges to help fund higher wages and benefits to all staff. Additional gratuity is not expected.

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Taylor
Hawaii •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
My friend and I chose to try the tasting menu. Overall, the food was phenomenal. I think service was a little bit of a challenge. I found the server to be a little aggressive or a little erratic. There were times where I felt like the server was reaching over me to grab utensils or interrupting conversation with my friend that hindered a little bit of the experience. We also decided to add the wine service. I felt the pours to be okay throughout the tasting menu. All that being said, I’m really excited to come back and try more dishes.
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EldrPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Ballard
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4.9
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MarkVIP
Utah •79 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
this was our second time at Lark and the first time we didnt do the Pre Fixe menu. It was a quiet night but Ava took good care of us and we had a good meal, as expected in this scion of the seattle dining scene. I thought the entrees were a bit overpriced given the size of the portions, but otherwise we were very happy.
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LarkPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.6
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sandraVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent fodder and service. Quiet also appreciated
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Nell'sPrice: Expensive• Northwest• Green Lake
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4.8
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T
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had a phenomenal experience. 10/10, will come again! Thank you Sushi Kashiba Staff and to our exceptional waiter, Brandon. 🙏
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Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.9
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maggie
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Delicious food and a great time. Would recommend for a special occasion as it’s quite pricey.
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SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.8

Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Ballard

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Lark

2. Nell's

3. Spinasse

4. Sushi Kashiba

5. Eldr

6. Walrus and the Carpenter

7. Autumn Seattle

8. Deep Dive

9. Ben Paris

10. Sushi Kappo Tamura - Dining Room

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