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- AAnneSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews5.0Dined todaySuch a lovely night and dining experience all the way around. Food and drinks were absolutely exceptional. Service - wonderful: attentive but not intrusive. Ambiance…lovely, but just a bit chilly by the front door. Looking forward to returning soon.More infoSpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill•4.8
- JJudithSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThis is one legendary restaurant that lives up to its legend. The food is out of this world. The service is brilliant. The room with a view is spectacular and the room in the lounge is cozy. This is a go-to place for special occasions. Thank you to Jackie, Jeannie and the whole staff who greeted us and our special guest so warmly.More infoThe Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market•4.8
- WWendySeattle / Eastern Washington •56 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis is our first visit since the advent of the Kraken Hockey Team in Seattle and the place was hopping. Service was awesome even though it was super busy and loud. In about 45 minutes people left for the game and it was much less crowded and noise level much lower. Food was excellent and ambiance our favorite in Seattle. We will return but not on a game night.More infoToulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerAnchorage / Alaska •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoMy 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 mealsMore infoUmi Sake HousePrice: Moderate• Japanese• Downtown•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoThis is a great place to celebrate a special occasion. Food was delicious and the ambience was greatMore infoThe GeorgePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown•4.4
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Discover U District / U Village
With the University of Washington's main campus in the heart of Seattle's U District, it is no surprise that there is a young, hip vibe to the entire neighborhood. On The Ave in the U District, eateries where you can decorate your pancakes and waffles at a toppings bar or enjoy tom yum to go often draw some of the largest crowds. The U Village is an outdoor mall east of U District that boasts a combination of funky, unique eateries and national chain restaurants. Specialty shops provide wood-fired pizzas, ginger beers, frozen yogurt topping bars, and delicate chocolates.
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Healthy restaurants located in University District include Mamma Melina, Portage Bay Cafe - University District and Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th
Restaurants with gluten-free options in University District are Portage Bay Cafe - University District, Mamma Melina and Piatti - Seattle
Bottomless brunch in University District is available at Portage Bay Cafe - University District, Portage Bay Cafe - On 65th and Piatti - Seattle
The most romantic restaurant in University District is Mamma Melina
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