From The Fairmont Olympic Hotel, Seattle Best Nearby Brunch (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Seattle, WA Sazerac (Restaurants - Brunch) 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. Tulio Ristorante (Restaurants - Brunch) 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! McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant (Restaurants - Brunch) 1103 1st Ave, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-623-5500 • 888-344-6861 Distance: ~1101 ft         Description: DOWNTOWN. As popular a bar as it is a seafood restaurant, this neighborhood eatery is regularly filled with patrons. The interior – a study in brass, glass, and sleek wood – is warm, inviting, and as clean-lined as a yacht cabin. The seafood served is impeccably fresh, and the menu changes daily. Over 25 fresh catches are available, and whole lobster is a constant bargain. M&S also has one of the best oyster stews in the city, along with icy martinis and a great wine list. Café Campagne (Restaurants - Brunch) 1600 Post Alley Pike Place Market, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-728-2233 Distance: ~0.32 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. If you can't get a reservation for lunch or dinner at Campagne and still want to experience the award-winning, bistro-style restaurant, then try the café for breakfast. You can't go wrong, and you can visit the Market while in the area. A quintessential Parisian decor provides a delightful backdrop for a fine morning meal, including freshly squeezed orange juice and steaming coffee. Try French toast made with brioche and bourbon egg batter or a fluffy omelet stuffed with potatoes and laced with rosemary. Dragonfish Asian Café (Restaurants - Brunch) 722 Pine St Paramount Hotel, Seattle  WA  98101 • 206-467-7777 Distance: ~0.34 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. Serving excellent Pan-Asian cuisine from breakfast until late-night, this eatery happily accommodates a host of patrons. Skillfully prepared dishes incorporate the signature flavors of China, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines. Needless to say, the menu offers a wide variety of imaginative selections. Sushi roll lunch boxes, lemon chicken, and Chinese sausage fried rice are among the most popular choices. Servers are knowledgeable and friendly, bartenders are proficient, and prices are reasonable. Etta's Seafood (Restaurants - Brunch) 2020 Western Ave, Seattle  WA  98121 • 206-443-6000 Distance: ~0.44 mi User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. North of Pike Place Market, Etta's is known for its take on superb, fresh-caught seafood. Tourists and locals alike pack the place, and although there's sometimes a wait, the food always compensates for the slight inconvenience. The innovative cuisine features Asian influences and a desire to move beyond traditional preparations. Signature dishes include deep-fried tilapia with scallions and black beans, seared halibut, tuna sashimi, oysters on the half-shell, spice rubbed salmon, and Dungeness crab. Brasserie Margaux (Restaurants - Brunch) 401 Lenora St, Seattle  WA  98121 • 206-777-1990 Distance: ~0.50 mi         Description: BELLTOWN. Filled with rich wood accents, snowy white tablecloths, and elegant table settings, this restaurant offers Northwest-influenced French classics in a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Start with the soup du jour; French onion soup, rich with caramelized onions and gruyère cheese, is a comforting favorite. A grilled sea scallop brochette, served over warm chorizo-potato salad, and a giant mushroom ravioli with white truffle cream are indicative of the menu's breadth. Traditional dishes like coq au vin, beef bourguignonne, and steak frites arrive with delicious sides and don't disappoint. Save room for tiramisu profiteroles or the crème brûlée of the month! The Hunt Club (Restaurants - Brunch) 900 Madison St Sorrento Hotel, Seattle  WA  98188 • 206-343-6156 Distance: ~0.69 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. Brick walls, beamed ceilings, and patterned carpets surround diners with comfort and warmth at this hotel establishment. Some dishes occasionally feature a Mediterranean sensibility, although the menu is largely American. Steak lovers often frequent the place for prime-grade beef, but you'll also find veal, pheasant, Dungeness crab cakes, and rainbow trout. The selection of bisques also meets with rave reviews, as does the dessert list, which includes tarts, pies, and crème brûlées. After dinner, take your coffee or liqueur into the Fireside Room, where folks play board games or cards and relax by the hearth. Macrina Bakery & Café (Restaurants - Brunch) 2408 1st Ave, Seattle  WA  98121 • 206-448-4032 Distance: ~0.75 mi         Description: BELLTOWN. Some fans say this tiny café is the best bakery in Seattle. It packs a crowd at lunch, but breakfast is a great time to relax in the cozy, artsy dining room and enjoy fresh coffee and juices. You'll also find friendly service and a massive, tempting selection of bagels, breads, French toast, tartlets, cobblers, and much more. Buy a loaf of the renowned potato bread to take along with you. Waterfront Seafood Grill (Restaurants - Brunch) 2801 Alaskan Way Pier 70, Seattle  WA  98121 • 206-956-9171 Distance: ~0.98 mi User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: WATERFRONT. A bright, open space with sculptural lighting and barrel-backed chairs invites guests to check out great views and a wonderful, seafood-based menu. Although options change depending on what's fresh, you may find oven-roasted Manila clams to start or Northwest oysters served with grapefruit tequila sorbet. Main courses include lobster risotto, Thai seafood stew, and sesame-seared sea bass. If you prefer meat, there's rack of lamb, pork tenderloin, and grilled steaks. Vegetarians are pleased by plank-roasted vegetables, and desserts are eminently rich and satisfying no matter what you choose. Live piano music is a treat nightly from 5pm. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.