From The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle Best Nearby Restaurants (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Seattle, WA Shuckers (Restaurants - Lunch) 411 University St Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-621-1984 Distance: ~15 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. The downtown crowd has plenty to choose from when it comes to restaurants, but the options narrow when the subject of "the best oysters in town" is broached. This Seattle standby holds its own in the face of myriad newbies that have popped up over the years. Clubby and suave in an old-fashioned way, Shuckers takes oysters seriously, whether steamed, pan-fried, or just plain raw. For those who don't dig shucking, options like beer-battered fish and chips, seared ahi tuna with wasabi salad, fried calamari, and the signature Northwest seafood chowder are wise bets. The Georgian (Restaurants - Lunch) 411 University St Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-621-1700 Distance: ~55 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. Some would say that this restaurant, accented with crystal chandeliers, potted palms, and rich fabrics, is Seattle's grandest. From elegant decor to fine Northwest cuisine, the establishment is sublime. A well-trained, knowledgeable staff serves beautifully-presented dishes, such as eggs benedict, lemon-ricotta pancakes, NY steak and eggs, smoked salmon omelet, and orange French toast. Impress important clients with an early-morning breakfast meeting and usher in the day with a superb meal too. Although the experience is pricey, it's ideal for special occasions and expense accounts. Crêpe de Paris (Restaurants - Lunch) 1333 5th Ave Rainier Square, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-623-4111 Distance: ~308 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. Throughout the day, this restaurant serves French bistro cuisine and is known for its well-stuffed sweet and savory crepes. Come evening, towards the end of the week, diners clamor to attend local cabaret shows, which feature entertainment and a prix fixe menu. Offerings both culinary and theatrical change regularly, and shows often spoof Seattle's quirks, institutions, and prominent figures. Tickets are available for the show alone, but the evening is particularly enjoyable when you accompany the merriment with dinner. If you love to laugh and aren't too easily offended, check out the fun. Sazerac (Restaurants - Lunch) 1101 4th Ave Hotel Monaco, Seattle  WA  98101-3003 • 206-624-7755 Distance: ~486 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. The Hotel Monaco in downtown Seattle is really heating up, thanks in part to chef Jan Birnbaum, the driving force behind Sazerac. The fashionable restaurant serves spicy, Cajun-inspired New American cuisine, including golden hush puppies served with warm molasses, Creole shrimp cakes, black mussels with cumin butter sauce, and braised beef served with a gorgonzola potato creation. Modern, amusing interiors make this a must on your restaurant list. Gelatiamo (Restaurants - Lunch) 1400 3rd Ave, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-467-9563 Distance: ~556 ft User Rating: 8.5 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. At the upscale Gelatiamo ice cream parlor, located downtown, patrons can enjoy Old Country pastries along with potent espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes. Stop in around noon, and you'll be able to savor a hot panini prior to your favorite sugar-dusted treat. Of course, the wise choice is always a few scoops of their gelato, a dense Italian-style ice cream that's nothing short of addictive. In particular, the frutti di bosco (mixed fruit) and classic "cioccolato" (chocolate) earn high marks. Tulio Ristorante (Restaurants - Lunch) 1100 5th Ave Hotel Vintage Park, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-624-5500 Distance: ~632 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. Polished woods and hand-crafted detailing characterize this lovely restaurant, which features an open kitchen, along with upstairs and downstairs dining rooms. Frequented by professionals at lunch, Tulio is known for its authentic cuisine and attentive service. The menu includes such treats as salmon ravioli, sweet-potato gnocchi with sage butter, pepper-crusted roast pork loin, and marinated Washington lamb sirloin. You'll also find pizzas and calzones on the lunch menu. Tulio makes the perfect start to any special evening occasion. At times, you may even spot a celebrity! Wild Ginger (Restaurants - Lunch) 1401 3rd Ave Mann Building, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-623-4450 Distance: ~647 ft User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Ask around, and you'll quickly discover that Wild Ginger is a definite Seattle favorite. The restaurant that introduced the satay bar to the US also welcomes an eclectic mix of business people, families, and celebrities. Fragrant Duck is the signature dish, but Pow Wok Lamb and Drunken Quail are excellent choices as well. The lively atmosphere is made even better by friendly servers and live jazz, which is a Monday night specialty. Brooklyn Seafood, Steak, & Oyster House (Restaurants - Lunch) 1212 2nd Ave Washington Mutual Building, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-224-7000 Distance: ~705 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. This classic Seattle steakhouse is a grand destination for diners looking to impress important clients. The saloon-meets-supper club decor features a copper counter with swivel stools and elegant tables dressed in white linens. While cooked-to order steaks, ribs, and chops are well prepared, fish and seafood really earn Brooklyn its many years of high praise – oysters, in particular, are a must-try. Dinner reservations are suggested. Palomino Euro Bistro (Restaurants - Lunch) 1420 5th Ave, Seattle  WA  98101-4087 • 206-623-1300 Distance: ~746 ft User Rating: 9 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Well-attended by patrons of all sorts, this popular destination is perennially full and has even received a vote for "Best Downtown Lunch" by Seattle Magazine. Capitalizing on its combination of Mediterranean and Northwest fare, the wide-ranging menu features paella, fire-roasted garlic chicken, poached seafood ravioli, wild mushroom risotto, and fresh Pacific salmon. You'll also find a good selection of both traditional and exotic pizzas. Depending on your mood and your time constraints, choose to partake in the dining room, in the large bar area, or in the cafe, which offers the quickest service. Union Square Grill (Restaurants - Lunch) 621 Union St, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-224-4321 Distance: ~802 ft User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Intimate and softly lit, this restaurant is decked out in classic Art Deco style and features dark woods, vintage advertising posters, and gleaming brass accents. Although business lunches and dinners are common, the restaurant is also popular for nights out. Among the scrumptious dishes you'll discover are crab-stuffed Oregon Coast Dover sole, pepper-seared sea scallops with pea shoot salad, and coffee-smoked Peking duck breast with ginger-black plum compote. Make sure you save room for dessert – Union Square is known for desserts like mascarpone cheesecake and chocolate-pistachio pâté. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.