The Pink Door is part circus burlesque, part Italian restaurant, and is one of the best dining experiences you can have in Seattle.

Aqua is a Downtown waterfront seafood restaurant that’s perfect for impressing people who need to be impressed.

Don’t overlook Kastoori Grill just because it’s next to the Pike Place madness - it’s one of the best Indian spots downtown.

Japonessa somehow pulls of Japanese-Mexican fusion, and it’s a great place for a birthday dinner or date night downtown.

There’s no doubt that Elliot’s Oyster House is fratty, but the excellent patio and quality seafood means it’s still a good place to hang downtown.

Spin is a ping pong bar Downtown that serves pub snacks and is perfect for Happy Hour or a big private event.

Von’s 1000 Spirits is a fun restaurant with a massive bar, a mostly-American menu, and a spinning wheel that dictates drink specials.

Rider is an upscale American restaurant Downtown that serves lots of things that were made on a grill.

Anchorhead Coffee Co. is a cafe Downtown that serves great lattes, pastries, and biscuit sandwiches.

Cortina is an upscale Italian restaurant Downtown with fresh pasta, pizzas, and a large dining room.

Le Pichet is a wine bar Downtown that serves upscale French food.

Old Stove Brewing Co. is a brewery Downtown that serves bar food like flatbreads and burgers.

Alibi Room is a cocktail bar Downtown that serves pizza.

JarrBar is a cocktail spot Downtown that serves excellent drinks and Spanish small plates.

Zig Zag Cafe is a cocktail bar and restaurant Downtown that serves excellent Greek food.

Michou is an excellent deli Downtown at Pike Place Market that serves pressed sandwiches.