Il Bistro
A romantic Pike Place cellar — white tablecloths, oxblood walls, and a rack of lamb that has been the city's go-to anniversary dish since the 1970s.
Known For
Rack of lamb, hand-rolled gnocchi, and one of the most romantic late-night bars in the city.
What to Order
Rack of lamb, gnocchi, osso buco, tiramisu
What to Drink
Negroni, Boulevardier, Italian-heavy wine list
Price Range
$$$
Dress Code
Smart casual
Reservation Tip
Book the dining room; walk in for the bar.
From Columbia Tower Club
9 minutes
Hours
Daily 5pm–1am
Why Vantage Members Should Care
After-dinner drinks at the Il Bistro bar is one of Seattle's quiet pleasures — late, dark, and adult.
Who Goes
Anniversary tables, late-night industry crowd, romantics
Address
93A Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101
How To
How to Dine at Il Bistro
A step-by-step guide to dining at Il Bistro — a Seattle-area restaurant curated by Vantage.
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Decide what you came for
After-dinner drinks at the Il Bistro bar is one of Seattle's quiet pleasures — late, dark, and adult.
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Make the reservation
Book the dining room; walk in for the bar.
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Order the signatures
Order Rack of lamb, gnocchi, osso buco, tiramisu. Pair it with Negroni, Boulevardier, Italian-heavy wine list.
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Show up the right way
Dress code: Smart casual. Head to 93A Pike St, Seattle, WA 98101 in Pike Place Market. From the Columbia Tower Club it is about 9 minutes.
Frequently Asked
Questions about Il Bistro
What is Il Bistro?+
A romantic Pike Place cellar — white tablecloths, oxblood walls, and a rack of lamb that has been the city's go-to anniversary dish since the 1970s.
What should I order at Il Bistro?+
Rack of lamb, gnocchi, osso buco, tiramisu
What should I drink at Il Bistro?+
Negroni, Boulevardier, Italian-heavy wine list
What are the hours at Il Bistro?+
Daily 5pm–1am
How much does dinner at Il Bistro cost?+
Il Bistro is in the $$$ price tier and the dress code is smart casual.
What is the dress code at Il Bistro?+
Smart casual
How do I get a reservation at Il Bistro?+
Book the dining room; walk in for the bar.
Is Il Bistro near the Columbia Tower Club?+
Il Bistro is 9 minutes from the Columbia Tower Club at 701 5th Avenue in downtown Seattle.
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