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Nell's, Seattle, WA

Nell's

4.7
4.7
1706 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional American (Northwest)

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Nell's is an intimate, chef-owned restaurant located in the vibrant Green Lake neighborhood. Open for dinner seven nights a week, Nell's offers European-inspired New American cuisine featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients. If we do not have your desired reservation time available online, please give us a call.

Our chef Philip Mihalski's cooking approach unites his classic training in some of the most celebrated kitchens in New York City and France with his passion for freshness and simplicity.

Nell's menus are designed to pair beautifully with your wine selection from our large wine list. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options on request.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Northwest), European
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (206) 524-4044
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
  • Area
    Green Lake
  • Cross Street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,706 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Regional American (Northwest)

  • Seattle

    Regional American (Northwest)

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nell's offers a consistently "elegant, innovative and excellent" dining experience with "outstanding" food and service. Guests appreciate the quiet ambiance, "perfect" for conversation, and seasonal menu featuring dishes like "delicious" risotto and "exceptional" steak. With a charming view of Green Lake, Nell's remains a Seattle favorite.

1,706 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Portland1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful space. Amazing hanger steaks but sent risotto back - just not risotto! Ono fish was overcooked and very dry. Gorgeous cocktails and dessert.

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  2. Brian VIP

    Seattle47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant was busy on a Saturday night, but still had a relaxed feel. The food was well presented and prepared. I love that there is parking. Service was friendly and attentive. They could use some new artwork, but everything is comfortable.

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  3. Norman VIP

    Seattle24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, cocktails and wine were perfect, service was terrific including a wonderful wine recommendation by our waiter! Our "go-to" place for a good time!

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  4. Hunter

    Seattle9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was dependably delicious - paired well with wine and our company! Thanks Nell’s

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  5. Steve

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is fantastic! The service is fantastic! The ambience is classy, and it is very easy to talk with your dinner companions.

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  6. Farin

    Seattle4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner as usual and great wine pairing. We went for Valentine's Day and we each got the opposite items. Everything was perfectly cooked.

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  7. Diane

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and wine were excellent, and the service was well-timed and friendly. My friends and I had a great Galentine’s Day dinner!

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  8. Jami

    Seattle5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We are long-term fans of Nell's. The food is always well cooked, well seasoned, and flavorful. The staff is gracious and helpful. The decor is nothing special but I really don't care. I appreciate that it's usually quiet and has more availability than it should for a place with such good food. The location across the street from Green Lake Park is pleasant and convenient for me. I wish them well.

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  9. Mary Ellen

    Seattle4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently good value and great service. Always worth a visit

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  10. Natalie

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. The dining room is intimate and the menu was diverse and delicious. Servers were very kind and helpful.

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Nell's is rated 4.7 stars by 1706 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
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Google Map for Nell's

6804 E Green Lake Way North, Seattle, WA 98115

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Area
    Green Lake
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional American (Northwest), European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (206) 524-4044
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
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