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Best Seattle Outdoor Dining


Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Seattle.


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Agua Verde Cafe & Paddle Club Mexican
12/20
1303 NE Boat St.
Seattle, WA 98105
206-545-8570 | Menu
Kayaks meet Mexican café and blend into a Seattle favorite. More...

Anthony's Pier 66 Northwest
12/20
2201 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98121
206-448-6688
Anthony’s casual dining takes an upscale turn at Pier 66. More...

Barking Frog Northwest
15/20
Dining Room at Barking Frog, Woodinville, WA Willows Lodge
14580 NE 145th St.
Woodinville, WA 98072
425-424-2999 | Menu
Often-overlooked destination restaurant for Northwest cuisine complemented by a notable wine list. More...

Branzino Italian
No Rating
2429 2nd Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
206-728-5181 | Menu
Contemporary Italian cuisine and a stylish ambience. More...

Chandler's Crabhouse Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Chandler 901 Fairview Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-223-CRAB | Menu
Enjoy fresh seafood and picturesque Lake Union views in a classy setting. More...

Chinook's at Salmon Bay Seafood
12/20
Fishermen's Terminal
Seattle, WA 98119
206-283-4665 | Menu
Dine in a casual setting overlooking a commercial fishing fleet, and enjoy fresh seafood prepared multiple ways or a hearty breakfast. More...

Copperleaf Restaurant Northwest
16/20
Dining Room at Copperleaf Restaurant, Seattle, WA Cedarbrook Lodge
18525 36th Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98188
206-901-9268 | Menu
Pacific Northwest cuisine and a well-balanced wine list in a sophisticated setting. More...

Daniel's Broiler Steakhouse
13/20
200 Lake Washington Blvd.
Seattle, WA 98122
206-329-4191 | Menu
Elegant steakhouse on the Lake Washington waterfront. More...

Elliott's Oyster House Pacific Northwest
13/20
Pier 56
1201 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98101
206-623-4340 | Menu
Classic seafood restaurant overlooking Elliott Bay on Pier 56. More...

Emmer & Rye New American
13/20
1825 Queen Anne Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-282-0680
Artfully prepared farm-to-table cuisine served in a cozy setting. More...

Ivar's Salmon House Pacific Northwest
12/20
401 NE Northlake Way
Seattle, WA 98105
206-632-0767 | Menu
Vintage Seattle, Ivar's Salmon House is popular with families and visitors alike. More...

La Fontana Siciliana Italian
12/20
120 Blanchard Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
206-441-1045 | Menu
Leave the Belltown bustle behind for a quiet meal at La Fontana Siciliana. More...

Palisade Northwest
12/20
2601 W. Marina Pl.
Seattle, WA 98199
206-285-1000 | Menu
Palisade is the place for spectacular sunsets and striking views of Seattle’s skyline and Elliott Bay. More...

The Pink Door Italian
13/20
1919 Post Alley
Seattle, WA 98101
206-443-3241 | Menu
Eclectic elegance, a mostly Italian menu, and an incognito peachy-pink entrance distinguish this Seattle favorite. More...

Ponti Seafood Grill Pacific Northwest
14/20
3014 Third Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-284-3000 | Menu
Northwest cuisine served with Mediterranean flair is paired with classic views of Seattle’s ship canal. More...

Ray's Boathouse Northwest
13/20
Dining Room at Ray 6049 Seaview Ave.
Seattle, WA 98107
206-789-3770 | Menu
A formal dining room and casual café look westward to views of the Olympic Mountains and Elliott Bay. More...

Salty's on Alki Seafood
11/20
1936 Harbor Ave. SW
Seattle, WA 98126
206-937-1600 | Menu
Classic Northwest waterfront dining with a dynamite view. More...

Salty's at Redondo Beach Pacific Northwest
12/20
28201 Redondo Beach Dr. S.
Des Moines, WA 98198
253-946-0636 | Menu
Salty's enjoys a long-standing reputation as a place to go for tasty seafood dishes served in a delightful waterside atmosphere. More...

Volterra Restaurant Italian
13/20
5411 Ballard Ave. NW
Seattle, WA 98107
206-789-5100 | Menu
Contemporary Italian dishes in a setting that blends fun and romance. More...

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