Best Fine Dining in Seattle

The sushi and omakase are well-regarded for their outstanding quality, freshness, and unique ingredients, often described as the best diners have experienced.

“Best sushi I have ever tasted”

Service is generally described as great, with the chef being warm, kind, knowledgeable, and attentive, contributing to a personalized experience.

“Great service, amazing food!”

The atmosphere is consistently described as intimate, private, peaceful, and special, ideal for focused dining and conversation.

“Intimate omakase experience”

While the food quality is well-regarded, some diners find the price point high for the overall experience, though many deem it worth the splurge.

“Worth it for the quantity and quality”

The omakase menu is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, freshness, and creative preparation, with many diners calling it the best sushi they've ever had.

“The food was phenomenal”

Service is frequently highlighted as warm, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, with chefs often engaging diners personally.

“Service was warm and attentive”

The atmosphere is consistently described as intimate, fun, welcoming, and relaxed, especially when seated at the sushi bar.

“Intimate and refined favorite”

While acknowledged as pricey, most diners feel the omakase experience, quality, and portion sizes justify the cost.

“Worth every penny”

The food is well-regarded for its inventiveness, fresh ingredients, and delicious execution, with many dishes receiving excellent reviews.

“The food, and especially the service were just outstanding”

Service is frequently described as outstanding, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, with staff often going above and beyond for guests.

“Attentive service. We came planning to have oysters”

The restaurant offers an inviting and lively atmosphere, often enhanced by its open kitchen concept and moody decor.

“Inviting atmosphere and impeccable service”

While the food and service are highly regarded, some diners note that the prices are on the upper side, with one mention of small portions from years ago.

“Pricey side due to its small portion”

The food is consistently described as outstanding, phenomenal, and authentic, with high-quality spices and flavors that offer a culinary tour of Thailand.

“The food is phenomenal.”

Service is noted as professional and accommodating, even for last-minute plans, suggesting a capable and responsive team.

“Very professional /authentic Thai food!”

The vibe is described as unique and exquisite, particularly for private dining or catered experiences.

“Exquisite and unique dining experience.”

While not explicitly detailed, the descriptions of high-quality ingredients and an exquisite dining experience suggest good value.

“Exquisite and unique dining experience.”

The food is consistently described as outstanding, creative, and artfully presented, with a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations that often evoke nostalgia.

“Every course was incredible.”

Service is generally regarded as attentive, friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, though a few instances of dismissiveness or lack of excitement were noted.

“The staff were all wonderful, professional”

The atmosphere is often described as intimate, cozy, and relaxed, though some find it lacking in polish or too bright for a fine-dining setting.

“Unassuming; uniquely, you can see the kitchen”

While the food quality is well-regarded, some diners find the price point high, with occasional comments on portion size and automatic service charges.

“Overpriced wagyu beef”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding, authentic Turkish flavors with a modern, creative twist, utilizing fresh ingredients and masterful execution, particularly noted for its kebabs, steaks, and starters.

“The food was divine at every step”

Service is generally described as warm, attentive, friendly, and first-rate, with owners often engaging with guests, though one instance of rude service was noted.

“The warm and attentive service”

The restaurant offers a cozy, warm, and inviting atmosphere with beautiful decor, often enhanced by an open kitchen and pleasant music, making it ideal for special occasions.

“Enchanting ambiance”

While the quality of food and experience is well-regarded, several diners noted that the portions can be small and the overall price point is high, leading to some concerns about value.

“Felt overpriced”

The food is consistently described as excellent, creative, and meticulously prepared, with a strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients and high-quality seafood.

“Seattle’s most exclusive and best restaurant!”

Service is frequently highlighted as attentive, friendly, personable, and knowledgeable, contributing significantly to the overall dining experience.

“The staff members were very attentive”

The atmosphere is intimate, exclusive, and often described as a special event, contributing to a unique dining experience.

“Every visit to Taneda is an event”

While the food and experience are well-regarded, some diners find the price point high, with a few noting it as overpriced for the portion sizes.

“Overpriced.”

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, freshness, and innovative preparations, particularly the omakase and sushi.

“The sushi was amazing”

Service is generally good, with many servers noted as knowledgeable and friendly, though isolated incidents of rudeness and inattentiveness have occurred.

“Service was welcoming and attentive”

The ambiance is frequently described as cozy, authentic, and transporting, with a well-maintained interior and a notable aquarium.

“Transported to Japan”

While many find the quality justifies the price, some diners note that the omakase experience can be expensive for the perceived value.

“Super fair price”

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding quality, fresh ingredients, and inventive take on authentic Mexican cuisine, with many dishes described as outstanding and memorable.

“Food so amazing we made a reservation”

Service is generally described as great, attentive, and knowledgeable, though some diners experienced significant delays or perceived disinterest from staff.

“Servers are attentive and knowledgeable”

The atmosphere is consistently described as warm, cozy, beautiful, and well-lit, contributing to a positive dining experience.

“Atmosphere and ambiance was so warm”

While the food quality is highly regarded, several diners noted that the restaurant is pricey, with some finding the portions small for the cost.

“Overpriced for what we ordered”

The food is well-regarded for its freshness, authenticity, and excellent flavor, with particular recognition for the pita bread, kebabs, and various appetizers.

“Best I've ever had”

Service is frequently described as attentive, friendly, and kind, with staff knowledgeable about the menu and accommodating to diners.

“Service was stellar”

The restaurant is noted for its beautiful, comfortable, and cozy atmosphere, with a renovated space that enhances the dining experience.

“Gorgeous and highly recommend”

While many find the prices reasonable for the quality, some diners consider the cost, particularly for entrees like kebabs, to be on the higher side.

“Quite expensive”