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- PPatriciaSeattle / Eastern Washington •15 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoOur server, Eddie, was great. Great food, great service.More infoDuke's Seafood - Kent StationPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Kent•4.8
- EElaineSeattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoI appreciate the friendly hospitality from the front desk to the wait staff. Both Amanda and Kerrianne were wonderful serving us. We enjoyed the food, ambiance and services during our time. We look forward to our next visit.More infoAnthony's HomePort - Des MoinesPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Des Moines•4.5
- JJanavipSeattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews4.0Dined 3 days agoThey do a great job for this size restaurant which probably puts a lot of pressure on the kitchen. Their first seating 3 for $25 deal is great, have good wine options by the glass or bottle, and servers that want you to enjoy yourself. Appreciate how hard they all work here!More infoMama Stortini's - Kent StationPrice: Moderate• American• Kent•4.2
- AAndrewSeattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoI had a fantastic time at Copperleaf for my birthday tonight. Our server Adrianna was so nice and provided great service, the food was delicious, and both of the cocktails I ordered really hit the spot. Being here while the weather is cooler really matches the vibe of the interior. It feels like you’re inside a very nice ski resort/lodge. Definitely wouldn’t know you were near SeaTac Airport. It was just the two of us, and so we were sat in a row of bistro tables with oversized chairs. The tables themselves are a bit small, but the seats were so comfortable. We got the smoked scallop chowder, pork belly, black cod, and steak frites. My steak frites were exactly as I’d hoped. The Mishima wagyu flat iron was so tender and perfectly seasoned — not overly salty, just enough to let the steak and accompanying chimichurri sing. I was also surprised by the portion of pomme frites. At this price point, you almost think they’re not gonna feed you, but I was quite full afterwards. I managed to find room for the basque cheesecake with fall spiced caramel sauce, which was also fantastic. Our server Adrianna ended by inviting us to walk around the back patio and see the outdoor space. It was beautiful. Makes me want to come back during warmer weather and eat outside. The koi ponds, greenery, and sounds of running water are so serene. The night was a definite win. We’ll have to come back with friends next time!More infoCopperleaf Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• Regional American (Northwest)• Seatac•4.8
- KKathiSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined on 6 Oct 2024Went to celebrate a birthday and our waitress was excellent. The food on the most part was very good. I would not order the tri-tips or the broccoli again, however. The ribs were excellent and enjoyed by several of our party. They provided the birthday girl with a large piece of cake also enjoyed by more than one at the table. All in all we had an enjoyable dinner.More infoClaim Jumper - TukwilaPrice: Moderate• American• Tukwila•4.5
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Whether you're headed into or out of the city, there are many wonderful reasons to linger south of Seattle. The dining options here are more laid-back but with the same quality you'd expect in the big city. Classic American seafood is still in high demand, but the area also supports less common cuisines, like Caribbean and Thai. Get a real feel for the Pacific Northwest with locally sourced, award-winning chowders, or get a taste of something else entirely with island-inspired dishes like jerk chicken. Pan-Asian fare abounds. You'll have your choice of everything from traditional miso soup to Thai swimming rama.
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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in South of Seattle. Our customers recommend Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar, Duke's Seafood - Kent Station and Duke's Seafood - Southcenter
As of 15 Oct 2024 there are 35 restaurants in South of Seattle. Filter by ‘outdoor dining’, ‘romantic’ or ‘dog friendly’.
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