Goldfinch Tavern is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

1. Goldfinch Tavern

8.4
99 Union St, Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 19 tips and reviews

Maria N.Maria Nichol: The burgers are always perfectly executed. Their steaks and oysters are also winning. The staff is super knowledgeable and can deal with any dietary restrictions. Great drinks thou overpriced.

Cusp25Cusp25: The burger and fries

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Meh. Good but by no means great. The vanilla mule is great. The burger is really not great.

The Capital Grille is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

2. The Capital Grille

8.3
1301 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 44 tips and reviews

GarethGareth: Crab Cakes and Calamari are both fantastic appetizers.

Colin B.Colin Bodell: Stoli Doley of course!

JohnJohn: First time for happy hour. Same relaxed luxe vibe, great bites and value. Lobster rolls and calamari, east coast in the emerald city.

Von's 1000Spirits Gustobistro is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

3. Von's 1000Spirits Gustobistro

8.2
1225 1st Ave (at University St), Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 84 tips and reviews

Andrea N.Andrea Nowack: Great food, great happy hour. The any time $5 martinis are surprisingly good. (the wine wasn't).

ThrillistThrillist: The crew behind Von's has transformed the former Wolfgang Puck's/Ipanema space into a glossy bastion of booziness on Harbor Steps where, in keeping with their name, they've got over 1000 spirits. Read more.

Rob M.Rob Meyer: Don't sit under the barrels. They drip. And they drip too slow to get buzzed of off, even if you put the glass in the right spot.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

4. The Cheesecake Factory

8.0
700 Pike St # 98101-2311 (at 7th Ave), Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 112 tips and reviews

Moe S.Moe Shehata: I loved it there, it was my first time last week, and it was extremely pleasant. Great food and dessert menu !!!!

Steve C.Steve Campbell: Ask for Penny the waitress

The Seattle TimesThe Seattle Times: To the uninitiated, Cheesecake's happy-hour menu is like its regular spiral-bound menu: a large food selection and large portions.The appetizers cost $5 each. Happy hour 4-6 Read more.

Yard House is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

5. Yard House

7.3
1501 4th Ave, Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 70 tips and reviews

Greg D.Greg Davidson: Good bar for different kraft beers and watch sports. Food wise if you like spice and seafood the Spicy Jambalaya is fantastic. It's my goto definitely at this spot.

Wendy M.Wendy M: Oh my gosh...so many beers so little time!!

R G.R Gri: Try the beer, they have a few here

The Bookstore Bar & Café is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

6. The Bookstore Bar & Café

7.3
1007 1st Ave (at 1st Ave), Seattle, WA
American Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 60 tips and reviews

BrittneyBrittney: Love this place, especially if you just want to hang out either alone to read their stacks of old books in their library, or a magazine with dinner or a drink, or with a friend.

Shauna C.Shauna Causey: One of my favorite spots in the city to catch up with a friend. High booths, comfortable seating and it's not too loud. The breakfast and brunch are amazing--something for everyone.

Jay T.Jay Thompson: Crystal is a kick ass bartender.

Metropolitan Grill is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

7. Metropolitan Grill

8.5
820 2nd Ave (at Marion St), Seattle, WA
Steakhouse · Seattle Central Business District · 114 tips and reviews

Emile M.Emile Mac Gillavry: Great place for wine pairing. Extensive wine list and good sommelier.

CaesarCaesar: One of the best steakhouse in town. Highly recommended if you're in Seattle.

Seattle Happy HourSeattle Happy Hour: The Met offers a large and varied collection of liquors from around the world and Seattle’s Best Happy Hour: 3pm – 6pm Monday through Friday Read more.

Great State Burger is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

8. Great State Burger

8.1
1111 3rd Avenue, Seattle, WA
Burger Joint · Seattle Central Business District · 4 tips and reviews

Philip B.Philip Bebbington: Everything - juicy burger, thick bacon, crispy and salty fries, sugary Jones soda. I will be coming back here again!

Cusp25Cusp25: Breakfast sandwich with hash browns- addictive

David B.David B.: Great In n out style burgers and excellent crinkle cut fries.

Ruth's Chris Steak House is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House

8.2
727 Pine St, Grand Hyatt Hotel, Seattle, WA
Steakhouse · Seattle Central Business District · 38 tips and reviews

The Seattle TimesThe Seattle Times: Offers two gourmet sliders during happy hour: mini Kobe and rib-eye burgers. Fav. is rib eye, doused in au jus and on a garlic-butter bun. Cocktails are well-kept secret. 4-6, 9-11 M-Sa, 9-10 Sun Read more.

Linda C.Linda Collins: Prime rib sliders and bbq shirmp are delicious!

Michael J.Michael Johanson: Sliders are a must!

Shuckers is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

10. Shuckers

7.6
411 University St (Fairmont Olympic Hotel), Seattle, WA
Seafood Restaurant · Seattle Central Business District · 39 tips and reviews

lori c.lori cousley: salmon was very good. pricey tho. crab Mac/cheese was SO greasy, as well as the tempura asparagus. Caesar (the drink) was perfect!!

Roberto G.Roberto Garcia: Happy Hour 3-5pm

My Tam N.My Tam Nguyen: Good place to hide out during lunch. Have the day's papers available for your meal reading pleasure at hostess table. Great service.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

11. Potbelly Sandwich Shop

7.6
1111 3rd Avenue, #LO801, Seattle, WA
Sandwich Spot · Seattle Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

Thomas T.Thomas Tseng: Check out their breakfast sandwiches! Sausage, egg, and cheese with tomato is super good. Great place to stop by for lunch as well! Cheap, good, and fast.

SilarySilary: Any sandwich with their signature hot peppers is Devine. Great chips and sakes to boot!

Dirty B.Dirty Bird: One of the best sandwiches I've ever had. I ordered the grilled buffalo chicken on whole grain extra toasted and it was awesome!

The Bistro at the Marriott is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

12. The Bistro at the Marriott

6.7
612 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA
Hotel Bar · Seattle Central Business District · 3 tips and reviews

Carola G.Carola Gloyd: The booths with tvs are wonderful for a break from the city to watch a game!

Carole F.Carole Fanelli: Great apple cranberry oatmeal. So good you forget your eating healthy

Maggie Z.Maggie Ziller: The breakfast items are yummy!

Columbia Tower Club is one of The 13 Best American Restaurants in the Seattle Central Business District, Seattle.

13. Columbia Tower Club

8.7
701 5th Ave Fl 75, Seattle, WA
Social Club · Seattle Central Business District · 20 tips and reviews

Vic L.Vic Lombardi: The Lunch Buffets are the best deal in town A different cuisine every day. The taste fantastic and designed by the most underrated Chef in Seattle - Chef Paul. Its just phenomenal.......

Seattle Sounders FCSeattle Sounders FC: This is it Sounders supporters. The Sounders FC officially became a reality here. Joe Roth, Adrian Hanauer, Drew Carey, Tod Leiweke and Don Garber made the announcement here on November 13, 2007.

Judit M.Judit Mihálka: Amazing view and the best coctails!