Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington

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Updated 05 May 2025

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Single Shot

4.9

4.9 (1348)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

Discover Single Shot, a neighborhood gem tucked away in hip Capitol Hill. The 1920’s-style space hums with cosmopolitan charm. Chef Antonio Palma crafts thoughtful fare in the wood-fired oven. Seasoned bartenders mix scratch cocktails at the gorgeous marble bar. The attentive staff will have you feeling like a regular whether it’s your first or fifth visit. Single Shot wears many hats; pop in for a sip and a snack, a lingering meal, or a nightcap.

Top review

JohannaVIP

Dined on 10 May 2025

Single Shot restaurant delivers an unforgettable dining experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the service outstanding without being intrusive, and the food, absolutely scrumptious. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared, bursting with flavor, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re coming for a casual dinner or a special occasion, it’s clear the kitchen takes pride in every plate. Highly recommended!

Betty

4.8

4.8 (1485)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Queen Anne

About the restaurant

Nestled in upper Queen Anne, just a few blocks away from the iconic views of Kerry Park, sits Betty Restaurant. We are proud to have continued to be a Seattle neighborhood staple for over 12 years. Our menu is best defined as seasonally- driven, thoughtfully prepared comfort food. Betty is a gem and in some ways a throwback - to a time when the food and the guest were the most important part of the dining experience.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

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MeganVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Another great experience at Betty! The food is always so good and solid!

Atoma Seattle

4.8

4.8 (37)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Wallingford

About the restaurant

We are a contemporary restaurant that celebrates the diverse and global influences of our team's culinary background. Our mission is to provide a space that fosters and inspires creativity. From this environment comes a unique experience that pays homage to our surroundings. We take pride in the farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and winemakers that surround us in the Pacific Northwest. Drawing on our experiences, childhood, and travels, we aim to invoke a sense of nostalgia and thoughtfulness throughout your dining experience.

Our cuisine is a true reflection of the seasons, drawing inspiration from the bountiful offerings of our surroundings. With a deep reverence for our culinary heritage, we present dishes that marry traditional European techniques and flavors with a contemporary twist. Every plate that emerges from our kitchen is a testament to our commitment to humble yet inspired creations.

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Knight

Dined 2 days ago

We really enjoyed Atoma. Dishes are unique, carefully crafted with detail and flavor! The drink paring was amazing, not your average run of the mill wines/cocktails. If you're looking for a unique yet tasty experience, I would highly recommend Atoma!

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Great Blue Heron Grill at Semiahmoo Country Club

4.8

4.8 (107)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Blaine

About the restaurant

**Great Blue Heron Grill, located in Blaine, Washington, is located 3.2 miles from Semiahmoo Resort.

The Great Blue Heron Grill at Semiahmoo Golf and Country Club features seasonal and locally sourced ingredients in a picturesque setting on an award-winning Arnold Palmer designed course. The restaurant is open to the public, so stop in and enjoy an elevated dining and cocktail experience for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch! We offer weekly specials and are happy to host your special event in the Private Arnold Palmer Room. Great Blue Heron features a variety of wines, available by the glass or by the bottle, cocktails, beer, and other beverages. Sit on our beautiful patio and enjoy this special location.

Sunday menus are Brunch (10-2pm), Lunch(11-4pm) Dinner (4-7pm)

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Marilyn

Dined on 8 May 2025

Five of us ordered prime rib. The steaks were cooked to perfection, with delicious mashed potatoes as a side. Our server was attentive and timely. We highly recommend the Great Blue Heron!

Swing Wine Bar

4.7

4.7 (1112)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Olympia

About the restaurant

**Dear Guests, PLEASE READ **

Swing is a 21 and over venue.

We do not allow pets on our patio.

During particularly hot days, we may have a limited menu available.

We have a 15 minute grace period for reservations, please call if you are running late.

We have outdoor seating, indoor seating (which includes main floor tables and the wine cellar downstairs) and a bar height table (Table 11) indoors, please select the area that suits you.

Swing is the perfect spot for date night, or celebrating with friends!
With an award-winning wine list and wonderful staff, Swing is perched on the hill overlooking Capitol Lake.

Swing is a full service restaurant and bar specializing in original and classic craft cocktails, wine flights, and over 25 wines by the glass. We are woman owned and operated since 2007.

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Brian

Dined on 10 May 2025

We love this place. This is the first time we eat inside and it was wonderful.

Nick's on Madison

4.7

4.7 (541)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Madison Valley

About the restaurant

Located just outside of the Arboretum on Madison Street. Nick’s on Madison is your favorite neighborhood spot for casual sophistication. Seasonal dishes, draft beer, wines and craft cocktails. Follow us on Instagram @nicks_on_madison

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Jim

Dined on 8 May 2025

Great food, energy and the best friendly staff. One of my go to’s!

Stateside - Seattle

4.8

4.8 (364)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

Chef Eric Johnson cooks casual but elegant dishes at his Capitol Hill restaurant specializing in Contemporary Asian cuisine. Since opening in 2014, he’s won over Seattle diners with dishes like chili cumin pork ribs, fried master stock chicken, and crispy duck fresh rolls. The cocktails feature Southeast Asian ingredients like galangal and lime leaf. Stateside is conveniently located on lower Capitol Hill within a short walk of the Convention Center, the Paramount theater and downtown. Check out Stateside's cocktail lounge next door, Foreign National, for an intimate craft cocktail experience.

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DouglasVIP

Dined today

Pleasant blend of French and Vietnamese. Bold flavors. Exceptionally competent staff will assist in navigating the eclectic menu. Small, well curated, wine list. Mainly French selections. Already looking forward to the next visit!

FlintCreek Cattle Co.

4.7

4.7 (1910)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Greenwood

About the restaurant

Flint Creek Cattle Company is a new American steak restaurant that emphasizes ethically raised beef and sustainable farm practices. The dining area is extremely wide open and spacious. There is a large, high vaulted ceiling in addition to floor-to-ceiling windows that lets in lots of natural light and lets guests feel like they are eating outside.

Flint Creek's menu is an ever rotating selection of modern American cuisine. The items on it frequently change based on the seasonality of the ingredients, ensuring new items are introduced as others leave. Favorites on the menu include Fennel Braised Wild Boar Shoulder, Durham Ranch Bison Hangar Steak, and the Oven Roasted Duck Confit.

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Kelly

Dined today

Food was decent, but overpriced. We spent $300 for a less than memorable meal and experience.

Heritage Restaurant | Bar

4.7

4.7 (1475)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Woodinville

About the restaurant

In the heart of Woodinville Wine Country, Heritage Restaurant|Bar is a locally owned, full-service establishment. Woodinville resident chef/owner Breanna Beike fashioned Heritage as a community hub and casual meeting place where residents gather often, tourists don’t feel like tourists, and the food and drinks are approachable and moderately priced.

Heritage Restaurant|Bar is family friendly, great for date night, and a wine-tourist “not to be missed” location. We are the easy, fun, down-to-earth center of the Hollywood Hill roundabout and a destination in vibrant Woodinville. Heritage is a come-as-you-are kind of place that you’ll love.

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ShirinVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food! Love this place! Soup and salad were both great!

a stir

4.8

4.8 (1027)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Capitol Hill / First Hill

About the restaurant

What's a stir, you ask? We offer gluten-free contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine with Northern Mediterranean influences - think Spanish, French, Italian, Greek & Turkish, diverse & healthy options, courtesy of Chef Ton Yazici & Sous Chef Ben Jones. We specialize in wine, cider and spirit flights.

In addition to our ciders, beer & full bar, we serve local Washington wines as well as a selection of Mediterranean ones, curated by local winemaker Rich Burton of Locus Wines.

Main dining room is all ages with 75 seats. Downstairs bar/event space holds 150 people - 21+only for regular hours. Please note that food service stops 45 minutes prior to closing.

P.S. Our space was formerly Capitol Cider, a gluten-free kitchen bar and tavern that specialized on fried foods and pub fare. Our reviews prior to 2024 are for Capitol Cider.

SPECIAL NOTE: We require a credit card hold for larger reservations (6 or more), up to 10 people. If seeking larger ones, email us at info@astirseattle.com.

Top review

Vitus

Dined 1 day ago

Had a wonderful time at a/stir. The staff was super attentive, the food was delicious, and I really like what they've done with the general vibe of the place.

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