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Serafina
$$$$•Italian•4.8(3,069)Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as an intimate neighborhood restaurant located along Eastlake between the University and Downtown. Its intimate, sultry atmosphere, outdoor garden seating and its authentic Italian cuisine make it a favorite with diners from around the Puget Sound and beyond. Serafina's philosophy is simple: Offer the freshest, highest quality ingredients, present the food in an honest and inviting way, and provide the casual warmth and soothing ambiance that echoes the welcoming embrace of an Italian home.
The ritual of coming together sharing wine and food with family and friends is the central motif in our lives. Italian food has an immediacy, honesty, and warmth; it possesses the spirit of a grandmother's wisdom and love. Italian food isn't about trailblazing alchemy or edible high fashion; Italian food is about staying connected—to each other, to the past, to the earth.Re:public
$$$$•Fusion / Eclectic•4.8(507)This restaurant is for diners 21 years and older.
re:public(regarding the public) lets its food take center stage. Simple, rustic decor - brick walls and dark woods - paves the way for creative lunch, dinner and happy hour dishes. Located in Seattle's vibrant South Lake Union community, re:public features French and Italian infused cuisine. Our exceptional chefs put extensive thought and care into each menu item including our house made pastas. We are happy to navigate the shortest distance between the farm and your table. The winner of Evening Magazine's best new restaurant in Western Washington for 2010,The Seattle Times gave re:public 3 stars out of 4, and great reviews keep coming in. Please come by and let us show you why!
Momiji SLU
$$$$•Japanese•4.8(281)Momiji SLU has one goal in mind: giving our guests a unique, delicious, and unforgettable experience. Our menu reflects innovative Japanese kaiseki-style dishes, skillfully prepared to perfection. Every single item we serve is carefully made to dazzle your senses, so browse our site and check back for future updates.
Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union
$$$$•Southeast Asian•4.7(741)Wild Ginger has been a staple in the Seattle food scene since 1989 - serving authentic Southeast Asian cuisine, craft cocktails, and more. This location has a hip, modern vibe and an industrial feel complete with a large U-shaped bar, custom lighting, authentic artwork and décor (such as a beautiful multi-colored Indian wedding shawl), Indonesian wood and copper details, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, an outdoor patio, and more. Both the bar and satay counter provide guests the opportunity to see all of the action unfold right in front of them. Enjoy dining outside this summer on our patio!
Daniel's Broiler - Lake Union
$$$$•Steak•4.4(4,015)Daniel's Broiler-Lake Union features prime steaks and other steakhouse favorites. Spectacular views of South Lake Union are available from every table and outside waterfront dining is available during warm weather.
*A 20% service charge is included. 100% of this service charge is retained by Schwartz Brothers Restaurants. We strive to be an employer of choice and our servers are paid a base wage and a separate commission based on their sales. Additional gratuity is not expected and purely optional. If you have any questions please ask to speak with a member of management.Deep Dive
$$$$•Cocktail Bar•4.6(423)Renee Erickson’s Deep Dive: eat and drink inside of an art installation turned cocktail lounge within the iconic Spheres. Expect timeless, thought-provoking, and original cocktails, alongside refined plates, and an exceptional spirits selection. Deep Dive is a modern classic, inspired by marquee hotel bars the world over. Our kitchen will accommodate orders until our last seating each evening.
No Minors - strictly 21+. Elevated attire encouraged, but not required. All parties MUST bring a valid, physical I.D. - pictures will NOT be accepted.
Please be advised that a reservation does not guarantee specific seating arrangements - no distinction is made between tables or bar seats.
As we are an intimate space, we kindly request that inquires for parties larger than 6 people be directed to events@eatseacreatures.com
We look forward to hosting you in Deep Dive! Until we meet, beneath the surface....
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- KKevinSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoExcellent dinner. Octopus was flavorful and tender but with good chew. Cauliflower was crispy and sauce was exquisite. Paju fried rice was sensationally flavored with the umami from squid ink and the crispy salty pancetta bits pushing it over the top. Seafood Jeon was good finisher, well seasoned and filling. The bingsu had very strong earthy rice flavor, not our most favorite part of the meal but still delectable way to finish. Overall a fantastic dinner, would definitely come again next time we are in the Seattle area.More infoPaju$$$$• Korean• Seattle Center / Lower Queen Anne•4.7
- DDavidGoldSeattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews5.0Dined on 30 May 2026Daniel's Broiler at Lake Union is our new favorite steakhouse! We have celebrated holidays and birthdays at the other three Daniel's Broiler locations in Leschi, downtown Seattle, and Bellevue (top of the Hyatt) , but the Lake Union location tops them all! First the steaks were cooked to perfection! I had the Wagyu Rib-eye, and it was incredible! My wife had the filet mignon, and she loved it! All four Daniel's Broiler locations have amazing food, but the ambiance of the Lake Union location is our favorite! The Lake Union location features an amazing view of the harbor, and it reminded me of the Lake Como area in Italy! Very scenic! It made us feel like we were members of a private yacht club. The staff at the Lake Union location was extremely attentive and professional. The manager of the restaurant found my wife's bracelet in the parking lot and asked if we had lost a bracelet. To our surprise, it turned out to be my wife's. She was unaware that it had follow off as we exited our SUV. You can't wrong with any of the four Daniel's Broiler restaurants, but it you want the best, be sure to go to the Lake Union location!More infoDaniel's Broiler - Lake Union$$$$• Steak• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.4
- TThomasRaleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews5.0Dined on 27 May 2026Staff was considerate, and didn’t rush our dinners. Food was excellent and the portions were substantial. Thank you for a great dinning experience.More infoThe White Swan Public House$$$$• Seafood• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.2
- SSeanSeattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews5.0Dined on 16 May 2026My dinner at re:public was simply wonderful. I was greeted and seated immediately upon arriving; my server, Becky, was friendly, helpful, and efficient in the midst of a hectic Friday evening. The food courses and the “house bubbles” were delicious and served up in a timely manner; Becky even had the server’s “second sense” that I needed to get to the Emerald City Music concert (next door) in time for the pre-concert chat with the musicians. All in all the perfect start to my evening out.More infoRe:public$$$$• Fusion / Eclectic• Lake Union / Eastlake•4.8
- CCraigGoldSeattle / Eastern Washington •91 reviews5.0Dined on 10 May 2026Really excellent! We had dinner at Roti. One of us is vegan. We started with bar drinks. One of us had a mocktail and the other had a cocktail. Then appetizers followed by an assortment of main dishes washed down with Indian beer. Dessert was an ice cream dish. Food great. Service great. Decor attractive and stylish. Price moderate. Highly recommended.More infoRoti Cuisine of India$$$$• Indian• Queen Anne•3.1
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The cuisine in Seattle's Lake Union/Eastlake neighborhood is as diverse as the population with something for every taste. The waters of the Puget Sound provide an abundance of fresh seafood. Local favorites include wild-caught salmon, Dungeness crab and savory oysters from the nearby Canadian shores of Fanny Bay. Visitors to Seattle can also find plenty of Asian-inspired fare, from upscale pho and ramen houses to revolving sushi bars. Northwest natives care about their health and that of the environment, so most restaurants have vegan and organic options. Try vegan donuts, rich vegan chocolate cake or flourless pancakes at one of Seattle's many vegan bakeries. The public transportation system in Seattle is excellent, so leave your car at home, take the bus or train to the city and bring your appetite!
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Lake Union / Eastlake is Johnny Mo's Pizzeria
The best vegan restaurants in Lake Union / Eastlake are Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union, Daniel's Broiler - Lake Union and Wild Ginger McKenzie- South Lake Union
The best vegetarian restaurants in Lake Union / Eastlake are Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union, Serafina and Momiji SLU
The restaurants with the best service in Lake Union / Eastlake are Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse-Lake Union - Permanently Closed, Sushi Kappo Tamura and Re:public
The restaurants with the best ambience in Lake Union / Eastlake are Novilhos Brazilian Steakhouse-Lake Union - Permanently Closed, Deep Dive and Johnny Mo's Pizzeria
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