You can paddle your kayak or drive your boat straight to Westward ’s dock and then relax in one of the Adirondack chairs lining the coast overlooking Lake Union and wait for the waiter to bring you a glass of wine while you try to decide whether to go for the salmon gravlax tartine or the wood-fired striped mullet. While Westward’s dining room is lovely, with large windows and tasteful nautical décor, their outdoor patio is so wonderful that it is usually packed – the view is that spectacular.

There is an atmosphere of a celebration, with colorful umbrellas during the day and distant sparkling city lights at night. All dishes are sharable and come in small or large versions, which is a very good thing since you will be tempted to try everything, so bring friends or family. The Little Gull Oyster Bar and a grocery are part of the same complex.

2501 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103, Phone: 206-552-8215

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