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1. San Fermo

4.8

Exceptional(1610)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 54 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.

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2. The Ballard Cut

4.6

Exceptional(632)

££££Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 21 times today

The Ballard Cut is a farm-to-table restaurant and whisk(e)y bar specializing in local and seasonal ingredients. Our 1200+ bottle whiskey list ranges from Japanese and Scotch single malts to American bourbons and ryes. The collection is curated to include contemporary and affordable bottles as well as rare and antique vintages. Enjoy a scratch cocktail on our patio as you take in the energetic Ballard nightlife; share a bottle of wine and a tomahawk steak with friends and family; or take a trip around the world with a custom whisk(e)y flight built by our passionate and experienced staff. Helmed by owner Tommy Patrick and chef Rachael Peebles, The Ballard Cut is the culmination of decades of hard work and dedication in the restaurant industry. We sincerely hope you enjoy your dining experience.*We have both indoor and outdoor sidewalk seating available. Please call during business hours to confirm any seating requests.*

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3. Stoneburner

4.8

Exceptional(1685)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 26 times today

The 120-‐seat restaurant is Chef Jason Stoneburner’s homage to the varied cooking styles of the Mediterranean and the natural bounty of the Pacific Northwest with a focus on stone hearth cooking. The inviting restaurant is furnished with architectural objects and antiques from all over the globe, giving it a warm, timeless feel. Private dining is available in the restaurant with the Olympic Rooftop Pavilion providing stunning event space atop the hotel.

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4. Serious Pie - Ballard

4.8

Exceptional(2)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 1 time today

Tom Douglas’ serious pie, a pizzeria with a bread baker’s soul is located in downtown seattle, ballard, and totem lake. we’re here to serve up delicious salads, and our famous pizzas with blistered crusts, light textured but with just enough structure and bite. our attentiveness to each pizza in the 600-degree stone-encased apple wood-burning oven preserves the character of house-made charcuterie and artisan cheeses from around the world.

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5. Moshi Moshi Sushi

4.4

Awesome(663)

££££Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 19 times today

Moshi Moshi Sushi and Izakaya is a woman-and-PoC owned, full-service Japanese restaurant in the heart of historic Ballard. We specialize in traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine, using the highest quality ingredients available. In addition to our amazing sushi, we offer an extensive menu of hot items and entrees, sure to provide something for everyone.Be sure to see our custom-built LED cherry tree from our upper level dining area!

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6. Sabine Café and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(69)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 19 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.

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7. The Ivy - Seattle

4.1

Excellent(12)

££££Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to The Ivy, where culinary tradition meets innovative flair! Nestled in Ballard, just north of downtown Seattle, we invite you to embark on a vibrant journey through Asian fusion cuisine. Our diverse menu features everything from expertly crafted sushi rolls to our indulgent double wagyu smash burger, all designed to tantalize your taste buds.We are a 21+ only establishment.

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8. Migaku

££££Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Ballard / Fremont

Migaku specializes in authentic Japanese “Sushi” and “Kaiseki” cuisine, served in the traditional “Omakase” style. Founded in 2024 in Seattle, WA, by two Japanese chefs, Migaku has quickly distinguished itself in the culinary world. Chef Migaku Inaba, originally from Shizuoka Prefecture, is a recipient of the prestigious “Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Award.” In Japan. His counterpart, Chef Toshikazu Sakuma, has been honored with the “Yamanashi Prefecture Management Quality Award / Excellence Award.”

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9. Walrus and the Carpenter

4.7

Exceptional(392)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard / Fremont

PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS. Please just stop in and we will seat you as soon as a table is available. Fishing pub meets restaurant. This bustling neighborhood restaurant specializes in oysters and other seafood dishes. Using nothing but the freshest ingredients, Chef Taylor Thomas creates seasonal food. The Walrus and the Carpenter also serves wine, smart cocktails, beer and cider. It makes an ideal after-hours hangout spot. Enjoy some fried oysters with a cold beer, surrounded by cozy rustic furnishings. If you prefer an alternative to seafood, look no further than the steak tartare, which comes with thinly sliced rye toast and egg yolk. Launched in 2010 to rave reviews, The Walrus and the Carpenter is open daily from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. We hope to see you soon! Until we meet at the table....

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10. Eldr

4.7

Exceptional(2)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Ballard / Fremont

Booked 9 times today

Located in the heart of Sunset Hill/Ballard, General Harvest’s newest concept celebrates the art of wood-fire cooking. This live-fire kitchen showcases the highest quality proteins, sustainably harvested seafood, and seasonal produce, all prepared with a focus on simplicity and bold, natural flavors inspired by the Pacific Northwest.

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Philvip
Washington, D.C. Area •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely the best Italian food I've had in Italy, with service and a fantastic table to go with it. Having just spent 10 days in 3 cities across Italy, I really appreciated everything, and the hospitality that went with it. Great pate, lasagna and daily fish. Super wine list as well. Looking forward to returning next trip to SEA.
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The Pink DoorPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Belltown / Pike Place Market
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4.8
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Cesar
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was fantastic and the service was top notch!
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San FermoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Ballard / Fremont
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4.8
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Marie
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were there at 5:00 before a 7:00 game. We were hard pressed to get out in time. It was very busy so the food delivery and services were longer. The food was excellent. I would suggest leaving more time to get to a game on a busy night. Maybe 4:45.
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Toulouse Petit Kitchen & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Queen Anne
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4.6
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Kathleenvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service was terrific and food delicious. A+. One of my favorite places eat a great meal.
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StoneburnerPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ballard / Fremont
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4.8
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Kristavip
Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
It was our first time visiting Ballard Cut. We were all impressed! Staff were so friendly and delicious food. Whiskey lovers in our group really appreciated the staffs high expertise level re whiskey, and the availability of so many different bourbons and whisk(e)ys. All in all, a great experience. Our new favorite restaurant in the Seattle area. We’ll be back!
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The Ballard CutPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Ballard / Fremont
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4.6

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