Best Historic Restaurants in Downtown

19 restaurants available nearby

1. The George

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 58 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining marvel led by Chef Guillermo Carreno. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu and lavish bar program within a high-design arena, ushering in a new era for the historic hotel's iconic dining room. Our evolving menu celebrates local seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts.Embrace the Pacific Northwest at The George, savoring the freshest seafood from local waters and curated dry-aged meats. Artisan cheeses and vibrant fruits and vegetables are locally sourced. Signature dishes vary with seasons, from summer scallops to classic Steak & Frites.Honoring the hotel's architecture, The George nods to George B. Post. Renowned Spanish design studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán orchestrates a captivating interior, blending history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, pendant lamp chandeliers, and striking marble floors elevate the ambiance while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors complete the vision.

2. Sushi Kashiba

4.8

Exceptional(837)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 28 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.

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3. Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Olympic

4.6

Exceptional(331)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Join us in the Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Olympic every weekend for classic Afternoon Tea. On Fridays, enjoy tea from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. Immerse yourself in this timeless Fairmont tradition, celebrating 100 years of Seattle's finest afternoon tea. In honor of our Centennial, savor a special menu that blends timeless elegance with modern touches, featuring winter flavors inspired by our December 6, 1924 opening. Each guest will also receive a parting gift - our limited-edition 1924 Olympic Blend.The experience is $95 per person, or $50 per child age 12 and under. Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free options are available. Holiday Tea in December can be booked through OpenTable Experiences for Dec. 1–15, and Dec. 16–30 at The George restaurant. Please note any dietary restrictions in your reservation. For parties larger than eight, email PrivateDiningSea@Fairmont.com. Note: Price excludes tax and gratuity.

4. Oliver's Lounge

4.4

Awesome(4)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Please know we only accept reservation for Sunday brunch, from 11:30am- 2pm. All other days or time, seating is on a first come first serve basis.As Washington state’s first daylight bar, with floor-to-ceiling paned glass windows, Oliver’s Lounge provides the perfect setting for an award-winning classic cocktail or specialty drink. We also offer northwest nibbles, light dinner fare, and a late-night menu. Traditional menu items such as our Classic BLT sandwich and Chicken Caesar salad are anchored by Oliver’s famous burger and Chef Tiffany’s Pan Roasted Lemon-Aleppo Chicken. Whether a local or a tourist, we invite you to join us for a cocktail (or two) as you soak in the Seattle scene from our timeless, historic Oliver’s Lounge.

5. STELLA.

4.3

Awesome(869)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 19 times today

STELLA. A stylish, neighborhood kitchen offering local, seasonal, and sustainable provisions, as well as recognizable, and rare craft cocktails, wine, and other interesting concoctions. #ohstella!***Fireside RoomThe cozy round s[pace nestled into the Hotel Sorrento's lobby hosts live piano on weekends, our famous Silent Reading Parties, and seasonal high teas. Join us for dinner or or brunch! Please note, the Fireside Room becomes 21+ when we turn down the lights and open the bar at 4 o'clock sharp seven days a week.***The GardenThe Hotel Sorrento's al fresco dining. Our herbaceous and floral patio is available for sunny brunches, and twinkles in the candlelight through dinner service.***Find our calendar of live piano and specialty dinners through the Happening's Page at www.hotelsorrento.com.

6. Cutters Crabhouse

4.5

Awesome(3319)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 46 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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7. Il Terrazzo Carmine

4.8

Exceptional(4074)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pioneer Square

Booked 37 times today

Il Terrazzo Carmine, owned and operated by Carmine Smeraldo, is one of Seattle's true dining anomalies - a highly successful restaurant with unfailingly high standards and a loyal, sophisticated clientele. The cuisine has been acclaimed as Seattle's best by the media and more importantly, by local diners. Il Terrazzo Carmine is located in historic Pioneer Square - nestled in an urban-renewed alley with entrances through the vintage lobby on First Avenue or through the delightful courtyard in the back. Since 1984, Carmine Smeraldo's classic Italian restaurant has been where the locals have chosen to return over and over again. From the Carpaccio Di Bue and Spaghettini Dell 'Ortolano for lunch to the Suprema Di Pollo Farcita and Zuppa Di Pesce for dinner you will know you have gone to a place where excellence is a way of life. Arguably the best Italian restaurant in Seattle, Il Terrazzo serves classical Italian cuisine with an atmosphere you may want to call home and never leave

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8. The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar-Seattle

4.2

Awesome(157)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Waterfront / Belltown

Booked 8 times today

Fisherman’s Restaurant is located at the end of the historic Pier 57 built in 1902 by hardware retailers from San Francisco. The Fisherman's Restaurant has been serving Seattle since 1976 for over thirty years, at the end of Miners Landing. The Fisherman's menu primarily consists of fresh northwest seafood, also featuring mesquite grilled items, poultry and pasta dishes. The menu is comprised of lunch and dinner specialties and our 4 signature feasts.

9. The Tin Table

4.6

Exceptional(631)

Price: Moderate

• Northwest • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 1 time today

The Tin Table and Century Ballroom, hidden away on the second floor of the historic Oddfellows building, has been a local institution for the past 27 years. Usually filled with bustling ballroom dancers and diners seeking mouth watering local fare.

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10. Daniel's Broiler - Leschi

4.5

Awesome(2867)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Leschi / Madrona / Madison Park

Booked 14 times today

Daniel's Broiler in Leschi features USDA Prime Steaks. Spectacular views of Mt. Rainier and Lake Washington are available from every table and outside waterfront dining is available during the warm weather. *A 20% service charge is included. 100% of this service charge is retained by Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. We strive to be an employer of choice and our servers are paid a base wage and a separate commission based on their sales. Additional gratuity is not expected and purely optional. If you have any questions please ask to speak with a member of management.

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Andy
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was very nice tea time there ! We had a great time! Only one thing I was disappointed that we didn’t get tea as gift take it home…
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The GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4
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Jonathan
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you're looking for an authentic sushi experience this is the place for you. We've dined here many times but this was our first time at the Chefs table for Omakase. I have had sushi at a lot of places and this was by far one of the best Omakase experiences I have ever had.
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Sushi KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Pamela
Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful catch up lunch with a friend at Stella. The ambiance was fantastic, as was the service. And the food was excellent…crisp lettuce in our salads, excellent fruit, and the chicken was grilled to perfection. We were very happy.
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STELLA.Price: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.3
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Haley
Denver / Colorado •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
David, our server, was absolutely wonderful. He’s very knowledgeable, and incredibly kind! He made our entire experience (for the 2nd year in a row)! We really enjoyed being in the hotel area this year. It felt cozy and very festive for Holiday tea!
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Afternoon Tea at Fairmont OlympicPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Downtown
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4.6
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TomVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 29, 2024
So many options for Sunday brunch, we had a hard time choosing. The brunch-y cocktails were delicious.It was shockingly uncrowded for such a great place! We’ll be back next Sunday, to try different dishes.
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Oliver's LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.4

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. The George

2. Sushi Kashiba

3. Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Olympic

4. Oliver's Lounge

5. STELLA.

6. Cutters Crabhouse

7. Il Terrazzo Carmine

8. The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar-Seattle

9. The Tin Table

10. Daniel's Broiler - Leschi

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