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Restaurant Zoe

2137 2nd Ave
Seattle, WA 98121-2207
Phone: (206) 256-2060
Restaurant Zoe
Price:
$$$
Cross Street:
Blanchard Street
Hours:
Sun-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Message from Restaurant Zoe

Restaurant Zoe

Seattle's Urban Bistro located in the heart of Belltown

  • Private parties Welcomed
  • Catering Available
  • Sundays - No Corkage Fees

Restaurant Zoe is Seattle's answer to the Urban Bistro. Located in Belltown, downtown Seattle, Chef and owner Scott Staples crafts innovative, yet deliciously simple American type dishes that add up to a memorable and enjoyable dining experience. Catering and private parties are available for your next event.

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Editorial Review for Restaurant Zoe – by Jill Lightner

The Scene
High ceilings help the small space feel less crowded, but tables are slightly cramped; happily, the crowd is too busy smiling and eating to get too loud. The casual feel is dressed up slightly with white cloths and heavy tableware, but it's clear that food, not fancy decor, is the focus. Servers are supremely dedicated and informed, offering personalized suggestions with every course.

The Food
The menu changes often to accommodate what's freshest. A starter to share is the ricotta-stuffed raviolo; rich and herby, it feeds six people nicely. The seared scallops are an ideal version of this simple dish: smoky bacon, peppery watercress and sweet, perfectly cooked meat. Braised veal cheeks are lean and tender, a textural complement to crisp pea vines and chewy spaetzle. Of the desserts, the tiny fried apple pies topped with creamy house-made ice cream are the hit.

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Insider Tips

Parking

Street parking is hit-or-miss. Pay lots abound in Belltown and there's a drop-off point out front at Second and Blanchard.

When to Go

Multigenerational families dine before 7pm; the crowd gets steadily more homogenous--and single--as the evening wears on.

What to Drink

Before diving into the elegant wine list, sample the specialty cocktails. Built around fresh juices spiked with sage and mint, all offer sophisticated, unusual flavor combinations.

User Reviews for Restaurant Zoe

Citysearch (38), Trip Advisor (3 ), OpenTable (1 ), AOL CityGuide (2 ), Judy's Book (5 ), Dine.com (5 ), All (54)

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/01/2008 Posted by annemariec

I recently ate here with a group of women friends and found the whole experience average at best. The front desk host was cold, rude and unhelpful with chip on his shoulder and I was an imposition by asking if my party had already arrived. The service timing was off, which compromised our dining experience. There are so many other great places, I would not go back here.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/03/2008 Posted by claudiaarana

My boyfriend and I went for my birthday. the service was warm and friendly, the food was delicious, and we had a wonderful time. very romantic and intimate.

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Editor's Review

Simple surroundings keep the focus on flavor in the heart of Belltown.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Parking

Street parking is hit-or-miss. Pay lots abound in Belltown and there's a drop-off point out front at Second and Blanchard.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Notable Chef

  • Scott Staples

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Sun-Thu 5pm-10pm
  • Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm

Dress Code

  • Casual to dressy

Cuisines

  • Eclectic & International
  • American (Traditional)

Payment Types

  • Check
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • Quiet
  • Online Reservations
  • Notable Wine List
  • Romantic Dining
  • Date Spot
  • Bar Scene
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Local Favorites

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