Seattle Restaurant Week is in full swing, and we’re delighted to celebrate our culinary communities, all while enjoying the peak of local harvests. From October 22 through November 4, over 200 participating restaurants are offering special curated menus, many at various price points. For a full listing of restaurants, SRW menus, and more, head to srweek.org.

Looking for suggestions?

Check out some of our recommendations below.

Eastside 

Sparrow

This family-owned restaurant in the Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland is known for serving contemporary American dishes in an elegant yet cozy atmosphere. Highlights from their SRW menu include some of their finest: deviled eggs and osetra caviar, wagyu steak tartare, and Dungeness crab bisque—and that’s just the appetizer options. Mains include Painted Hills Ranch New York Steak, scallops and pork belly, or vegetarian zucchini linguini. There are plenty of gluten-free options too! Kirkland. Dinner is $65.

Bottle & Bull

Kirkland restaurant Bottle & Bull takes its inspiration from the travels of Ernest Hemingway, with culinary influences from Havana, Paris, Florence, and Pamplona—where the novelist fell in love with bull fighting. For SRW, Bottle & Bull is offering a three-course menu with options like smoked beet salad with poached figs and lemon ricotta; braised pork cheek with crispy polenta; and Cuban chicken with drunken rice and fennel salad. Dessert options include seasonal sorbet and mille-feuille. Kirkland. Dinner is $50.

SUITE Restaurant / Lounge

Now in their 13th year, SUITE is a Bellevue destination for nightlife, as well as their signature dishes featuring steaks, seafood, tacos, sliders, and salads. For SRW, SUITE is offering two dinner menus. Try the creamy clam chowder or tempura-battered crispy cauliflower, along with your choice of wagyu or Beyond burger. Other options include crab bisque, miso-marinated flank steak, wild sockeye salmon, or shrimp scampi. Finish it off with your choice of cheesecake, chocolate decadence, tiramisu, or an affogato. Bellevue. Dinner at $35 and $50.

North Seattle

Swansons Café

A peaceful oasis tucked inside Swansons Nursery in Ballard’s Blue Ridge neighborhood, Swansons Café serves breakfast and lunch. Their SRW brunch menu includes shakshuka—poached eggs in tomato and red pepper sauce with fennel confit, garlic, and feta. Lunch items include sandwich choices of BLT, chicken bacon ranch, and soy-glazed veggie. Sandwiches come with a fresh salad, crispy fries, and a chai cookie with cinnamon glaze. Afterwards, grab gelato or a treat from their bakery case and wander the nursery. Ballard. Brunch is $20. Lunch is $20.

Cedars Restaurant

A UDistrict favorite since the 1970s, Cedars Restaurant is a go-to for Indian and Mediterranean classics like butter chicken and large portions of garlic naan. Cedars has a special SRW menu for lunch and dinner, with appetizers like vegetable samosas, tandoori wings, and garlic naan. Entree choices include vegan coconut curry, aloo channa, or butter chicken. Dinner includes the option of tandoori chicken tikka. Dessert is your choice of baklava or Two Cedars Chai. UDistrict. Lunch is $35. Dinner is $50. 

Capitol Hill and Downtown

Osteria La Spiga

Representing the flavors and culture of the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy, Osteria La Spiga is a Capitol Hill institution known for its handmade pastas, seasonal tortelli dishes, and a spacious, industrial-chic dining area. Osteria La Spiga is offering a special three- and four-course dinner menu for SRW, with selections like Tortelli di Zucca, tortelli stuffed with butternut squash; Tagliatelle al Tartufo, tagliatelle noodles with white alba truffle butter; Gnocchi al Pomodoro, hand-curled yukon gold potato gnocchi; and desserts like panna cotta with caramel and meringue crumble; or Il Mascarpone di Ida, tiramisu made from a family recipe. Capitol Hill. Dinner at $35 and $50.      

Biang Biang Noodles

This popular spot shines with its Northern Chinese dishes and hand-pulled noodles—tender, chewy, and made to absorb all the goodness of savory broths and sauces. Biang Biang Noodles is offering a menu for one and two during SRW, with options like Mala spicy beef, chive and pork dumplings, Sichuan honey wings, pork ribs, and more, including veggie options. Capitol Hill. Lunch and dinner for $20 and $65.

Karaage Setsuna

Belltown’s Karaage Setsuna reflects the diversity and innovation of Hawaiian and Japanese. Along with Hawaiian and Asian fusion dishes, the restaurant is known for its karaage—Japanese-style fried chicken. There’s both a lunch and dinner menu for SRW, including sushi roll options, curry rice, and their signature karaage. Belltown. Lunch is $20. Dinner is $50.