Hi all. I know I've been scarce lately. Too much going on.

In two weeks I'm headed to Seattle, staying at the Renaissance hotel on Madison St. Wednesday night a group of us would like a nice place to have dinner. Something with excellent food and somewhat reasonable. All suggestions are appreciated.

Arlene,

Wild Ginger 1401-3 Avenue--- Phone number 206-623-4450 is a restaurant many of our friends really like. It is Asian so you do have to like that type of food. Their menu is on the web so you can check to see if you would like it. :)
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Susan

Arlene - Susan's suggestion would have been my first suggestion as well. Wild Ginger is pan-Asian with a great satay bar. It's perfect for grazing, as you can order an assortment of their wonderful satays to share. Wild Ginger has been a favorite of Seattle foodies for almost 20 years and is very popular. Therefore, it would be prudent to make a reservation, particularly if you will be six or more, in order to get a large table. It's an easy walk (six blocks) from your hotel.

If the group wants Northwest seafood in a very informal atmosphere, there is Ivar's on Alaska Way and Madison (on the waterfront), another easy walk from your hotel (although be warned that the five or six block walk back to your hotel is uphill). More upscale but still reasonable options for Northwest seafood are Chandler's Crabhouse or Ivar's Salmon House, both on Lake Union (a short cab ride from your hotel).

You can Google any of these restaurants to get more details, phone numbers, etc. Have fun.

Cheers, Fred

Thank you so much. I've made a reservation for us for Wild Ginger.

Ok I have another request for something inexpensive, near the hotel and able to handle 15 of us. Oh and open for lunch or brunch on Saturday.

Oops, this is Arlene