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Top-Reviewed Restaurants in Seattle, WA
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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Seattle, WA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is The Capital Grille with a 4.7-star rating from 2,159 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Canlis and The Pink Door. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Seattle is 4.4 stars from 3,227 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Seattle range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
The Crab Pot Seattle
The Crab Pot Seattle stands out as a top-ranked restaurant for its iconic Seattle waterfront dining experience and famous seafood boils.
Most Reviewed
The Crab Pot Seattle
A high review count indicates broad popularity and consistent customer experience, helping you gauge reliability.
Consider making reservations in advance for popular spots like The Crab Pot, and check for seasonal seafood specials to get the freshest options.
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4.4★
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
4.7 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews, reflecting strong local popularity.
1301 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USARated 4.6 stars from over 2,700 Google reviews in Seattle.
2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA4.6 stars from over 7,000 reviews reflects a consistently popular local choice.
1919 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101, USARestaurants Rankings in Seattle, WA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Capital Grille1301 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.7★ | 2,159 |
| #2 | Canlis2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA | 4.6★ | 2,791 |
| #3 | The Pink Door1919 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.6★ | 7,003 |
| #4 | The Crab Pot Seattle1301 Alaskan Way Pier 57, 1305 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.2★ | 11,632 |
| #5 | Alder & Ash629 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.4★ | 762 |
| #6 | The George411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.2★ | 764 |
| #7 | Yard House1501 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.4★ | 6,289 |
| #8 | Elephant & Castle1415 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.4★ | 2,612 |
| #9 | Carmine's - 5th Avenue1420 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA | 4.5★ | 186 |
| #10 | Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge601 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA | 4.4★ | 6,480 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
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Solid 4.2-star rating based on 11,632 Google reviews.
1301 Alaskan Way Pier 57, 1305 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 760 Google reviews.
629 Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Rated 4.2 stars from over 760 Google reviews, this Seattle restaurant is a solid choice.
411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 6,200 Google reviews confirms consistent quality.
1501 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 2,600 Google reviews, a reliably popular Seattle dining choice.
1415 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Praised by hundreds of customers, this restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
1420 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 6,400 Google reviews, this Seattle restaurant is a popular choice.
601 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from over 4,500 Google reviews confirms consistent quality.
2000 B 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
A popular Seattle restaurant with 3.9 stars from over 2,600 Google reviews.
1301 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Rated 4.5 stars from over 2,200 Google reviews, this Seattle restaurant is highly praised.
2411 Alaskan Wy Pier 67, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 200 Google reviews.
730 Blanchard St, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
A solid 4.4-star rating from nearly 4,000 Google reviews.
1519 Pike Pl, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
A trusted local spot with 4.4 stars from over 3,500 Google reviews.
1225 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 3,100 Google reviews.
2001 Western Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
A top-rated Seattle restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews.
2000 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
Rated 4.5 stars from over 1,200 reviews, this Seattle restaurant is a local favorite.
94 Pike St #32, Seattle, WA 98101, USA
A local favorite with 4.5 stars from nearly 800 reviews.
2003 Western Ave Suite C, Seattle, WA 98121, USA
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Restaurants in Seattle, WA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Capital Grille | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 2,159 |
| 2 | Canlis | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,791 |
| 3 | The Pink Door | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 7,003 |
| 4 | The Crab Pot Seattle | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 11,632 |
| 5 | Alder & Ash | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 762 |
| 6 | The George | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 764 |
| 7 | Yard House | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 6,289 |
| 8 | Elephant & Castle | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,612 |
| 9 | Carmine's - 5th Avenue | 78/100 | 4.5 ★ | 186 |
| 10 | Toulouse Petit Kitchen & Lounge | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 6,480 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026
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