Best Authentic Restaurants in Mercer Island

88 restaurants available nearby

1. Takai by Kashiba

4.7

Exceptional(400)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Bellevue

Booked 16 times today

Takai by Kashiba is a fine dining Edo-Mae style Sushi restaurant that specializes exclusively in nigiri sushi. Sushi Counter dining is solely Chef's Omakase, with two seatings at 5:30 and 7:30.Omakase is also available at our dining room tables along with a la carte Sushi options.We do not have vegan/vegetarian/kids menus. We are able to accommodate most allergies.Led by Chef Jun Takai, the Omakase consists of local and international seafood accompanied with Kaiseki style dishes. Takai by Kashiba creates an elegant atmosphere whether you're seated at a table or the sushi counter. Omakase style drink pairings are also available along with a thoughtful selection of Sake, Wine and Japanese Whisky.

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2. La Mar Cocina Peruana Bellevue

4.7

Exceptional(147)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Bellevue

Booked 101 times today

La Mar Cocina Peruana, led by acclaimed chef Gastón Acurio, brings authentic Peruvian cuisine to downtown Bellevue, Washington. This cebichería celebrates traditional Peruvian flavors in a casual yet upscale setting. The restaurant features a pisco bar, a cebiche bar with a raw fish display, and an open-air kitchen that overlooks both upper and lower dining areas, including a private room for intimate gatherings. Under Executive Chef Kaoru Chang, La Mar emphasizes fresh seafood sourced directly from the sea, showcasing the essence of Peruvian culinary traditions.Parking available at Bellevue Plaza. Entrance located on 105th Street. Parking validated for all restaurant guests.

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3. Cantinetta - Bellevue

4.7

Exceptional(1250)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bellevue

Booked 26 times today

We are an Italian restaurant and bar located in Bellevue. We emphasize Tuscan culinary traditions and seasonal organic ingredients from the Pacific Northwest.

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4. Wild Wasabi Signature

4.5

Awesome(133)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Bellevue

Booked 15 times today

Tokyo Steak House is currently under the new management to become "SIGNATURE" performed by Wild Wasabi. Experience the excitement of Teppanyaki tableside grilling with fresh seafood, steaks, vegetables and rice are perfectly seasoned and grilled to order.You will be experiencing the authentic cooking skills of our talented chefs who juggle hot flames and sharp knives while artistically create a delicious meal for their guests. Our guests relish in the aroma of our special herbs and seasonings and enjoy a completed meal fresh off the grill.We also offer a wide variety of nigiri, sashimi, sushi rolls as well as extensive appetizers. Our executive chef-owner, Yong, is an Iron chef who are experienced in the fine art of sushi creation for more than 25 years. Best restaurant awarded in 2023 by Restaurant Guru, at Wild Wasabi Signature, we serve only the highest quality product and strive to give the best service possible. Dine in with us to have a SIGNAT

5. Tulio

4.7

Exceptional(4105)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Authentic Cuisine, From Northern Italy to SeattleSince its inception, Tulio has been a regular on restaurant awards lists, thanks in no small part to Chef Walter Pisano, whose cooking is inspired as much by his travels through the Old World as his Italian roots. Tulio’s dishes are simple yet sophisticated, combining rustic Italian preparations with local ingredients to create bold flavors and an unforgettable dining experience. Recognizing that our guests have different tastes and dining preferences, we proudly offer several gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian dishes on each of our daily menus. If you have any food allergies or other special requests, please let us know.

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6. Wild Ginger - Bellevue

4.5

Awesome(2258)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Bellevue

Booked 28 times today

** Wild Ginger Bellevue is currently open for dine in at 100% capacity. We also offer take out and delivery options through our to go partners Chow Now, Uber Eats and Door Dash. ** Wild Ginger has been a staple in the Seattle area since 1989. Our food originates in regions throughout Southeast Asia from China to Indonesia and beyond. We pride ourselves on offering traditional dishes from these distinctive regions and insist on house-made ingredients. Chefs make spicy chili sambals, fresh coconut milk, delicate egg noodles, our pungent oyster sauce, and more all from scratch. To achieve the sublime flavors of the East, there is no substitute for the time-honored customs of these rich and ancient cultures.

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7. Baron's Sino Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(493)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Bellevue

Booked 27 times today

Baron's Sino Kitchen & Bar is the first overseas project of Barony Hotels & Resorts Worldwide.Baron Sino Kitchen & Bar offers a modernized version of Classic Chinese Cuisine, we use only the finest ingredients, with highly technical, traditional cooking method to create innovative dishes. We are located on the 2nd floor of Lincoln Square South, downtown Bellevue. Our 8,200 square feet main dining room accommodates up to 290 guests, along with theatrical interior and world-class full bar service, aim to deliver an enchanting dining experience. We have 3 private dining rooms available, seats 10,10, 14 guests individually, and accommodate party of 42 seated in total. Private dining rooms offer even more luxurious decorations, exclusive customizable banquet menus, and dedicated staff at your service. We look forward to hosting you soon!Lunch menu:Monday through Friday: standard lunch menu onlySaturday and Sunday: Dim Sum menu onlyDinner Menu: Monday through Sunday

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8. Il Terrazzo Carmine

4.9

Exceptional(4087)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Pioneer Square

Booked 55 times today

Il Terrazzo Carmine is a highly acclaimed Italian restaurant in Seattle. The owner Carmine Smeraldo has been serving Seattle's best Italian cuisine since 1984. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the food for its consistency, quality, and authenticity. The restaurant's ambiance is also highly rated, with customers enjoying the cozy dining room and the elegant setting. The professional and efficient service also adds to the overall experience.

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9. Momiji Capitol Hill

4.7

Exceptional(1805)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 46 times today

Momiji is a hand-crafted Japanese restaurant located in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood. Our menu features sushi, omakase and other traditional Japanese foods prepared from great Northwest ingredients. Our courtyard will be an oasis in the bustling neighborhood.

10. Osteria La Spiga

4.5

Awesome(1990)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 36 times today

Open for Indoor and (seasonal) Patio dining TUES–WED, 5:00pm-9:00pm, and THURS–SAT, 5:00pm-9:30pm. Please be sure to select "Outdoor" when reserving the patio; otherwise we cannot guarantee you'll be seated there. Happy Hour is TUES-SAT, 5:00pm-6:00pm. Online ordering for takeout: TUES–SAT, 5pm-8:30pm—pick up at la Spiga (load zone out front).Since 1998, la Spiga has been renowned for its authentic, northern Italian cuisine -- a gastronomic tribute to Italy's Emilia-Romagna region. Executive chef and co-founder, Sabrina Tinsley, prepares all items from scratch, using whole foods and house-made stocks. Enjoy fresh pastas and sauces, tasty seasonal dishes, house-made breads and desserts, Italian wines and craft cocktails.Our atmosphere is rustically elegant--warm enough for family & cool enough for a date.Please note that a 20% service charge on the total bill will be automatically added for parties of 8 or more, plus sales tax.

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Mandy
California Central Coast •12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We stumbled upon La Mar in Lima several years ago while traveling in Peru, so when we heard that one was being opened in Bellevue, we knew we had to go. It was everything we expected. The food was phenomenal and the service was terrific. Can’t wait to go back.
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La Mar Cocina Peruana BellevuePrice: Expensive• Peruvian• Bellevue
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4.7
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Maryann
Seattle / Eastern Washington •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of my favorite restaurants in Seattle, tucked away on a street corner in the Kimpton Hotel. Classily little spot, excellent (and authentic) Italian fare, from the appetizers to the desserts and liquors. Lovely spot, great food, exceptional service, and manager attentive to every detail, this is a a delightful experience.
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TulioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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LARRY
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
The service and food were all excellent except for the woman maitre’d. She was somewhat rude and inattentive. Everything else was top tier.
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Cantinetta - BellevuePrice: Moderate• Italian• Bellevue
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4.7
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ElizabethVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Really enjoyed our dinner last night. We each ordered the nigiri set and shared several Ala Carte selections. Everything was well prepared, sushi was very fresh and rice perfectly seasoned. The sake selection was excellent and reasonably priced. We loved the minimalist decor, which still had a warm vibe. Tables are well appointed in the dining room giving each party some privacy. And if you take a coat, do check it in with the receptionist as you will be pleasantly surprised when you retrieve it at the end of the evening. Nice job Takai by Kashiba!
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Takai by KashibaPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Bellevue
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4.7
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Dawn
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Jan 2025
Great time and a wonderful place! Great food! Great Staff!
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Wild Wasabi SignaturePrice: Expensive• Japanese• Bellevue
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4.5

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88 restaurants available nearby

1. Takai by Kashiba

2. La Mar Cocina Peruana Bellevue

3. Cantinetta - Bellevue

4. Wild Wasabi Signature

5. Tulio

6. Wild Ginger - Bellevue

7. Baron's Sino Kitchen & Bar

8. Il Terrazzo Carmine

9. Momiji Capitol Hill

10. Osteria La Spiga

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