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Harvest Beat
Price: Very Expensive•Vegan•4.7(1,173)We Have The Passion To Serve You The Best Quality Organic Five Course Vegan Dinner In Seattle. Showcasing Seasonal Vegetables From The North West Woods And Local Family Farmer Friends. We are also offering limited nightly to go dinners.The Whale Wins
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(939)The Whale Wins: A Culinary Oasis in Seattle Located in Seattle's Fremont-Wallingford neighborhood, The Whale Wins is a culinary experience led by award-winning chef Renee Erickson. This James Beard Award-winning restaurant combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Upon entering, you'll find a warm atmosphere and an open kitchen that showcases culinary artistry. The light-filled dining room creates a tranquil setting. The menu highlights the Pacific Northwest's bounty, featuring wood-fired dishes made from the freshest seasonal ingredients. From succulent roast chicken to delectable trout, each dish reflects Erickson's dedication to quality and creativity. Be sure to try the signature butter-roasted zucchini bread, a delightful sweet and savory treat. The Whale Wins also offers an impressive wine list with local and international selections. Whether you're a wine expert or a novice, the knowledgeable staff will help you find the perfect pairing. Ideal for romantic dinners, casual lunches, or celebrations, The Whale Wins is a must-visit.
Joule
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(1,425)Joule, the first restaurant from celebrated husband and wife cooking team Rachel Yang and Seif Chirchi, is re-located in October, 2012 to the innovative, newly developed the Fremont Collective in Seattle’s Wallingford/Fremont neighborhood. From its original opening in 2007, Joule has cultivated a loyal dining fan base and captured the attention of an admiring local and national media captivated by the couple’s unique, modern perspective on Korean cuisine. Joule, the mature sibling to Yang and Chirchi’s restaurant, Revel, highlights Korea’s love of beef featuring unconventional cuts accompanied by distinctive and shareable side dishes.
Joule takes reservations for 1.75-3 hour time slots (depending on party size). We do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible and ask that you are considerate of other diners at the end of your meal. If you feel that your party requires more time, please let us know in the notes and we will get back to you with our available accommodations.Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Stone Way
Price: Expensive•Wine Bar•4.7(27)Your neighborhood wine bar.
Gather in good company on Stone Way. We’re making the world of wine fun and accessible in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Locally sourced ingredients and seasonal menus will feature Purple Cafe favorites along with exciting new items - yes, we have a pizza oven! There’s truly no other Seattle neighborhood like Wallingford/ Fremont and we're excited to engage with such vibrant energy day-in and day-out.
Pablo y Pablo - Wallingford
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(26)Neighborhood Mexican kitchen & agave bar with fresh and flavorful ingredients from all over Latin and Central America, Spain and more. We serve craft cocktails, beer and wine from all over the world. We are family friendly and excited to be a part of the Wallingford community!Haerfest
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.5(114)Chef Brian Clevenger's latest restaurant, located in the Fremont neighborhood. A refined take on our signature approach—prioritizing the freshest ingredients, prepared with simplicity. Our menu showcases locally and sustainably-harvested produce, seafood, and, of course, fresh house made pastas.
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- MMarleenSeattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews5.0Dined todayWe had 9 for per-theater dinner and the food was wonderful, staff terrific and accommodating and service impeccable. We made it to the REP with flavors illuminating our palette and a memory to cherishMore infoToulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne•4.7
- ZZionHawaii •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoAmazing food and beautiful environment. The service was just amazing and our waitress had so many fun thoughts to add in on our foods we ordered!More infoThe Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market•4.8
- CcarolynDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoThe food was excellent. The flavor combinations of each course were well thought out and I love how they source food locally. Service was fabulous as well. We went for our anniversary and it was truly a special evening.More infoHarvest BeatPrice: Very Expensive• Vegan• Wallingford•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerPortland / Oregon •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoAbsolutely incredible service. We expected the food and beverages to be great based on what we’ve read but the service just made it next level.More infoAtoma SeattlePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Wallingford•5
- CCatherineDallas - Fort Worth •7 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 21, 2025We moved out of town 7 years ago, when this was a favorite brunch/lunch spot. Coming back for a long weekend, we couldn't resist trying it. Still yummy food. Same fun, neighborhood cafe/bar atmosphere. And also importantly, same great service. Some menu items have changed, but it's still extensive, and focused on freshly made food. The waffle with cheddar and bacon was excellent. Will be coming back when next in Seattle area.More infoBlue Star Cafe and PubPrice: Moderate• American• Wallingford•4.4
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Wallingford is a lively and enticing Seattle neighborhood with some of the best dining options in the Puget Sound area. As you would expect from this coastal region, Wallingford has plenty of awesome seafood restaurants highlighting the skills of local chefs. However, Wallingford highlights the turf as well as the surf with top-rated steakhouses. Visiting this neighborhood can feel like taking a dining tour around the world as there are many Mexican, French, Thai and Italian restaurants. Most importantly, Wallingford restaurants highlight taste and customer satisfaction above all else. If you're in the Seattle area and looking for a great dining experience, you should definitely take in some of Wallingford's top-rated restaurants.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Wallingford include Harvest Beat, Purple Cafe and Wine Bar - Stone Way and Pablo y Pablo - Wallingford
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Wallingford are Joule, Tutta Bella - Wallingford and Kisaku
The most romantic restaurant in Wallingford is Harvest Beat