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Sushi Kappo Tamura - Omakase at Sushi Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.8(15)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.Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union
Price: Moderate•Northwest•4.7(1,088)Located in the South Lake Union neighborhood of Downtown Seattle since 2005, this location continues the Portage Bay Cafe mission of local, organic and sustainable fare. From our Crab Cake Benedict to our signature House-Made Challah French Toast, our items are carefully crafted to use the best seasonal and organic ingredients available. Chef Pedro and his team create monthly specials to further highlight our food-producing partners.
Portage Bay Cafe at South Lake Union is a large, airy, boisterous space with lots of energy and we have outdoor dining all year round. We look forward to serving you soon.
Duke's Seafood - Lake Union
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.7(2,066)Duke's Seafood South Lake Union near downtown Seattle, Queen Anne and Eastlake is an upscale casual Pacific NW seafood restaurant and bar offering some of Seattle's best waterfront views and dining, outdoor dining and a full upscale bar and grill experience in the heart of Seattle. Lively, fun and Pacific Northwest casual upscale atmosphere. Near the Space Needle, Amazon, and situated right on shores of South Lake Union. Signature dishes include or Fish Tacos, Fish & Chips, Stuffed Salmon & Halibut, and flavorful, 100% sustainable wild seafood, Award Winning Chowder and grass fed burgers in a gathering place that is friendly, comfortable, unpretentious and filled with personality. We only source all natural, healthful ingredients. Duke's food is free of hormones, antibiotics and free of harmful chemicals. Guests sum up their favorable assessment of what Duke's has to offer with three words: It’s so good!Serafina
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(2,966)Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as an intimate neighborhood restaurant located along Eastlake between the University and Downtown. Its intimate, sultry atmosphere, outdoor garden seating and its authentic Italian cuisine make it a favorite with diners from around the Puget Sound and beyond. Serafina's philosophy is simple: Offer the freshest, highest quality ingredients, present the food in an honest and inviting way, and provide the casual warmth and soothing ambiance that echoes the welcoming embrace of an Italian home.
The ritual of coming together sharing wine and food with family and friends is the central motif in our lives. Italian food has an immediacy, honesty, and warmth; it possesses the spirit of a grandmother's wisdom and love. Italian food isn't about trailblazing alchemy or edible high fashion; Italian food is about staying connected—to each other, to the past, to the earth.
Daniel's Broiler - Lake Union
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.5(4,085)Daniel's Broiler-Lake Union features USDA Prime Beef. Spectacular views of South Lake Union are available from every table and outside waterfront dining is available during 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.Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union
Price: Expensive•Southeast Asian•4.6(684)Wild Ginger has been a staple in the Seattle food scene since 1989 - serving authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, craft cocktails, and more. This location has a hip, modern vibe and an industrial feel complete with a large U-shaped bar, custom lighting, authentic artwork and décor (such as a beautiful multi-colored Indian wedding shawl), Indonesian wood and copper details, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an outdoor patio, and more. Both the bar and satay counter provide guests the opportunity to see all of the action unfold right in front of them. Enjoy dining outside this summer on our patio!
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- MMicheleVIPLos Angeles •23 reviews4.0Dined 2 days agoLovely friendly waiting staff Great food and service.More infoRe:publicPrice: Moderate• Fusion / Eclectic• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.4
- GGOURISeattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat food, service and ambience. We celebrated my husband's birthday and it was a blastMore infombarPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.4
- LLolaChicago / Illinois •6 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoThe server was very helpful and the food was deliciousMore infoBuca di Beppo - SeattlePrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown•4.3
- OTOpenTable DinerVIPSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined on 2 Mar 2025We loved having Richard serve us! He was so nice and helpful! Such a fun family birthday dinner!More infoDaniel's Broiler - Lake UnionPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.5
- SsiobhanNew York City •8 reviews5.0Dined on 11 Jan 2025The oysters and fisherman’s stew were incredible. My only regret was I didn’t get a bowl of bisque to go. Highly recommended.More infoThe White Swan Public HousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.6
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Discover Lake Union
The cuisine in Seattle's Lake Union/Eastlake neighborhood is as diverse as the population with something for every taste. The waters of the Puget Sound provide an abundance of fresh seafood. Local favorites include wild-caught salmon, Dungeness crab and savory oysters from the nearby Canadian shores of Fanny Bay. Visitors to Seattle can also find plenty of Asian-inspired fare, from upscale pho and ramen houses to revolving sushi bars. Northwest natives care about their health and that of the environment, so most restaurants have vegan and organic options. Try vegan donuts, rich vegan chocolate cake or flourless pancakes at one of Seattle's many vegan bakeries. The public transportation system in Seattle is excellent, so leave your car at home, take the bus or train to the city and bring your appetite!
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Lake Union is Johnny Mo's Pizzeria
The best vegan restaurants in Lake Union are Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union, Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union and Duke's Seafood - Lake Union
The best vegetarian restaurants in Lake Union are Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union, Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union and Serafina
The restaurants with the best service in Lake Union are Sushi Kappo Tamura - Omakase at Sushi Bar, Johnny Mo's Pizzeria and Sushi Kappo Tamura - Dining Room
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Lake Union are Sushi Kappo Tamura - Omakase at Sushi Bar, Deep Dive and Momiji SLU
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