Best Lunch Restaurants in Ballard

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1. Sabine Café and Bar

4.5

Awesome(68)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 13 times today

reservations accepted for dinner only, from 5pm-9pm. our day café remains walk-up and counter-service only - NO reservations accepted for brunch. we are 21+ after 10pm on friday and saturday.sabine is a café, bar, and bakery serving a lively daytime and nighttime experience for all on ballard ave. here you'll find vibrant espresso drinks, colorful cocktails, and fresh breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. our inviting menus by chef dunkelberger draw upon mediterranean influences with middle eastern spices and herbs, while our dedication to using local, in-season, and organic ingredients wherever we can highlights the bounty of the northwest. our mezze and salatim dishes are meant to be shared; here we value the community that dining together brings.

2. The Pink Door

4.8

Exceptional(8860)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 116 times today

The Pink Door is an independently owned (never cloned, never genetically modified) restaurant that has been quietly dedicated to fresh & local Italian food since 1981. Its seafood & produce driven menu has been the central theme throughout its wildly popular domain in Seattle's Pike Place Market.

3. Place Pigalle

4.8

Exceptional(1400)

Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 32 times today

Located in the heart of Pike Place Market in Downtown Seattle, just behind the famous fish throwers, Place Pigalle offers an intimate dining experience with stunning views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountain Range.Reservation Policies:-Outdoor seating: Please call to request; we will note your preference but cannot guarantee it.-Parties of 5 or more: Must call to reserve.-Tables are seated on a first-come, first-served basis; specific tables cannot be reserved.-Delays: Please notify us promptly to hold your table for up to 15 minutes.Enjoy our cozy, old-world parlor or dine on our summer patio overlooking Elliot Bay and market architecture. Visit Place Pigalle for a charming, unforgettable meal in Seattle’s historic Pike Place Market.

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4. Tilikum Place Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(2352)

Price: Moderate

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

Booked 27 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.

5. Cafe Campagne

4.7

Exceptional(3018)

Price: Expensive

• French • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Booked 59 times today

The Heart of France in the Heart of Pike Place Market. Established in 1994, A classic Parisian cafe in the heart of Pike Place Market, Café Campagne has been cultivating regulars and pleasing out of town guests since it first opened its doors. Located on the charming Post Alley, it is the perfect spot to watch the world go by. We offer a dining experience that is exceptional in traditional food & wine, and comfortable in ambiance and service.

6. Spinasse

4.8

Exceptional(3781)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Capitol Hill / First Hill

Booked 42 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.

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7. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(4510)

Price: Moderate

• American • Queen Anne

Booked 105 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.

8. The George

4.4

Awesome(1134)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 61 times today

Discover The George: A modern dining marvel led by Chef Guillermo Carreno. Indulge in a brasserie-inspired menu and lavish bar program within a high-design arena, ushering in a new era for the historic hotel's iconic dining room. Our evolving menu celebrates local seasonal ingredients through small plates, raw selections, vegetarian options, mains, and desserts.Embrace the Pacific Northwest at The George, savoring the freshest seafood from local waters and curated dry-aged meats. Artisan cheeses and vibrant fruits and vegetables are locally sourced. Signature dishes vary with seasons, from summer scallops to classic Steak & Frites.Honoring the hotel's architecture, The George nods to George B. Post. Renowned Spanish design studio Lázaro Rosa-Violán orchestrates a captivating interior, blending history with timeless aesthetics. Hand-painted tiles, pendant lamp chandeliers, and striking marble floors elevate the ambiance while floor-to-ceiling iron and glass doors complete the vision.

9. Palisade

4.4

Awesome(7767)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Magnolia

Booked 45 times today

Palisade has always had amazing elements. We've created a new range of dishes, updated the atmosphere, and rededicated ourselves to the best service in Seattle. These pieces add up to the best all occasion experience in town.

10. Ben Paris

4.3

Awesome(1144)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 45 times today

Just steps away from Pike Place Market, Ben Paris is a vibrant hangout where locals and guests can enjoy a modern spin on classic American cuisine featuring the bounty of the PNW, hand crafted cocktails and carefully selected local beer & wine.-Reservations will be seated when the whole party has arrived-Reservations will be held for 10 minutes from reservation, please call if running late-Walk-ins welcome!-Large party reservations of 9-16 guests are available by phone for dinner 7 days a week and lunch Monday-Thursday. A credit card is required to secure the reservation. We do not accept reservations for weekend brunch for groups larger than 8 guests. A charge of $25/guest will be applied for no-shows on large party reservations. We kindly require that all members of large party dinner reservations participate in our Tour the Menu family-style dining option.

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Kathy
Seattle / Eastern Washington •15 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We finally made it here after years of walking by the door! The restaurant is much larger than it looks from the outside. Beautiful decor, great service, live music, and fantastic menu. We got lucky and were seated in the back room with a view!
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Marivip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The best food and service. Neighborhood gem. Our go to spot for comfort food in Seattle.
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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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Tina
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great space and views. Our wait person was very sweet and personable. Appreciated the entire experience.
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Place PigallePrice: Expensive• French• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Mollyvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Nov 2024
Had a wonderful dinner out with girlfriends here. Easy to order family style and share dishes, loved the squash and chicken. Server was helpful, recommending items and came to check on us regularly without being overbearing.
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Sabine Café and BarPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Ballard / Fremont
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4.5
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Susan
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
I love Cafe Campagne. Wonderful restaurant, delicious food, good service, welcoming reception. I appreciate that some lunch entrées have a very nice small salad included. My only disappointment was that the (excellent!) vegetable quiche was sold out at 12:15. That does not leave many choices for a vegetarian. But the food and the atmosphere are excellent, and it was not noisy: a big plus.
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Cafe CampagnePrice: Expensive• French• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.7

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141 restaurants available nearby

1. Sabine Café and Bar

2. The Pink Door

3. Place Pigalle

4. Tilikum Place Cafe

5. Cafe Campagne

6. Spinasse

7. Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge

8. The George

9. Palisade

10. Ben Paris

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