Best Cosy Restaurants in Bainbridge Island

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Seattle

Areas

Ballard / FremontBelltown / Pike Place MarketCapitol HillCapitol Hill / First HillDelridgeDowntown

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

101 restaurants available nearby

1. San Fermo

4.7

Exceptional(1653)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 51 times today

We have 15 indoor tables, and 12 covered/heated patio tables. Online reservations can be made for parties up to 5 guests. Larger groups can be booked at 5pm on weeknights, please email the restaurant for reservations. Please understand when making your reservation that we cannot guarantee a specific table or area of the restaurant. We recommend 5pm reservations for parties with specific table requests, if you book later in the evening you may need to wait for your table preference.If you are having difficulty finding a reservation you are welcome to stop by for walk-in seating. We seat our bar and covered/heated patio for dinner nightly.

A photo of Salty's on Alki Beach restaurant

2. Salty's on Alki Beach

4.7

Exceptional(9686)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Seattle/Alki

Booked 68 times today

Located on Alki Beach with the most spectacular view of the Seattle skyline, Salty’s is one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America. Salty’s is renowned for our award-winning fresh seasonal seafood, Pacific Northwest Coastal cuisine, playful atmosphere, and uncommonly genuine service. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are open for year round outdoor dining in our cozy and elegant glass-like tents and on our decks. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to celebrate or just let the stress of the day slip away while enjoying the astonishing waterfront and fresh air of the Elliot Bay. We are truly a great escape and delicious fun! Established in 1980, we are a James Beard Smart Catch Restaurant, proudly independent, family owned and operated, and woman owned.

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3. Tilikum Place Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(2386)

££££Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Northwest) • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 34 times today

Inspired European and Northwest brunch, lunch and dinner. We take great pride in using the freshest & highest quality products as our menu is entirely made in house. Stop by for dinner or brunch & experience seasonal cuisine, creative libations & a warm welcome! We have a very small dining room and a not accommodate group dining. Our table maximum for brunch and lunch seats up to 6 guests. For dinner service, we can seat up to 8 guests if there are openings. Thank you.

4. STELLA.

4.2

Awesome(890)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 11 times today

STELLA is a cozy, stylish neighborhood kitchen with a warm, inviting ambiance. Reviews consistently mention its 'cozy and warm' atmosphere, 'beautiful vintage dining room' and 'lovely hotel ambience'. The 'live jazz music' and 'nice ambience' further enhance its cozy feel. It's a perfect place for a date night or a relaxing evening, and customers appreciate the 'elegant decor' that contributes to its coziness.

5. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3830)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 35 times today

We recommend making a reservation however, we have some counter seats available on a first come first serve basis for walk-ins. There could be a waitlist so come early!Cascina Spinasse is offering in-house dining seven days a week. Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 10pm. Friday & Saturday 5pm - 11pm.

6. Deep Dive

4.7

Exceptional(350)

££££Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 25 times today

Deep Dive is described as a cozy, intimate place with a speakeasy vibe by multiple reviewers. The dim lighting and unique decor create a warm, inviting atmosphere that's great for couples or small parties. The reviews mention the "moody" and "cozy" space, which seems to embrace a comforting and relaxed environment. The staff is also praised for being "excellent" and "knowledgeable", adding to the cozy atmosphere.

7. Joule

4.6

Exceptional(1425)

££££Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Wallingford

Booked 21 times today

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.

8. IL BISTRO

4.6

Exceptional(2237)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 16 times today

Picture a cozy restaurant nestled in a cavern in the rolling hills of Tuscany. Imagine the freshest local ingredients, authentically prepared, an extensive wine list featuring the best of Italy, the Northwest and California and a classy candlelit bar specializing in hand-made cocktails, single-malt scotches, ports and grappas. Sound like a special evening? Visit Il Bistro and Spend a Night in Italy. For over 30 years, Il Bistro, tucked away down a narrow cobblestone alley in the Pike Place Market, has offered Seattle romantic, fine dining, featuring regional Italian fare. Market fresh Meats, Seafood and Produce are always our priority. Please make a reservation to join us!

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9. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(4636)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 77 times today

Centered around the cuisine, decor and imagery of the French Quarter and New Orleans and creating the feel of the Big Easy, Toulouse is one of the most intricate and ambitiously built restaurants in a generation.Our expansive menus offer culinary diversity and range from traditional Creole and French Quarter menu choices to traditional Parisian and French countryside preparations to more innovative dishes that are entirely unique to Toulouse.

10. Sophon

4.8

Exceptional(179)

££££Price: Expensive

• Cambodian • Phinney Ridge

Booked 25 times today

From the beautifully prepared and exquisitely presented dishes, to the hand crafted local foraged cocktails, it is our goal to bring a homage of gratitude for Khmer cuisine to the Phinney Ridge neighborhood. Every dish is designed thoughtfully, by the owner, Karuna Long for you and your family to share. Our menu and preparations take emphasis on fresh local ingredients that arrive daily with pronounced flavors from all parts of Cambodia. Sophon is a full-service restaurant and bar located in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. We’re open daily; Tuesday - Saturday Serving Dinner from 5p First seating - 9p Last SeatingNEW! Happy hour will be in the the whole restaurant for Walk in's only from 5-6p

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Ashley
San Antonio •1 review
5.0
Dined today
This was one of the best meals my husband and I have ever enjoyed. The view cannot be beat, the service was wonderful (Adam was helpful and patient with us) and the food was extraordinary. The 1936 Roll is a must try. We will absolutely be back the next time we're in Seattle.
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Salty's on Alki BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Seattle/Alki
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4.7
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Teri
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious fresh pastas and lamb/beef/cabbage roll secondi. Wish we had room for dessert, as they sounded amazing.
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SpinassePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.8
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Jason
Southwest Florida •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Continues to be my favorite spot for pasta. Fresh ingredients, talented cooks and committed service. A shout out to Denise for making the experience even more enjoyable!
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San FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard / Fremont
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4.7
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Peggy
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
4.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
We had a very good meal and a very attentive staff. The ambiance was just we needed after a long travel day. Would recommend both the hotel and the restaurant .
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STELLA.Price: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Capitol Hill / First Hill
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4.2
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CarlaV
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
4.0
Dined on 27 Feb 2025
I was beyond excited for the experience… food was good-OK… but the service even better!
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Tilikum Place CafePrice: Moderate• Regional American (Northwest)• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.9

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