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Nell's, Seattle, WA

Nell's

4.7
4.7
1715 Reviews
$31 to $50
Northwest
6804 E Green Lake Way North, Seattle, WA 98115

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2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Nell's is an intimate, chef-owned restaurant located in the vibrant Green Lake neighborhood. Open for dinner seven nights a week, Nell's offers European-inspired New American cuisine featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients. If we do not have your desired reservation time available online, please give us a call.

Our chef Philip Mihalski's cooking approach unites his classic training in some of the most celebrated kitchens in New York City and France with his passion for freshness and simplicity.

Nell's menus are designed to pair beautifully with your wine selection from our large wine list. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options on request.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, European
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,715 people are saying

Nell's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle

    Northwest

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nell's is a standout dining destination, offering an "interesting menu with unusual spices" and dishes that are "always well cooked, well seasoned, and flavorful." Guests consistently praise its "excellent service," cozy atmosphere, and "beautiful presentation." Chef Philip's creations and the attentive team make it a top choice for special occasions.

1,715 Reviews
  1. Therese

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nell's is an elegant restaurant with impeccable service, interesting delicious food, terrific desserts, an extensive wine list, and it's very quiet unless there is a large party or the restaurant is full and even then conversation can be made at a normal level. It is my go to place to take people for a special meal. The elegance is the midcentury feel, cloth tablecloths and soft lighting. It is never disappointing and consistently fabulous.

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  2. May VIP

    Seattle40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Interesting menu with unusual spices and nice variety of choices.

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  3. Johnna

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whenever you go to Nell's you are quaranteed a wonderful mix of excellent food, beautiful presentation and wonderful service.

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  4. Brian VIP

    Seattle16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most underrated restaurant in Seattle! We have been regulars for years, and it never disappoints. Super cozy, ALWAYS yummy and just filled with an understated charm. Chef Philip is a master and should really have a James Beard nomination if I had my way.

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  5. Carl

    Seattle78 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful evening. Great service, quiet ambience. The food was very good although the fish was slightly overcooked and the steak very undercooked. And rather inflexible regarding a simple substitution request.

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  6. Edward

    Seattle86 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I have enjoyed dining at Nell’s for many years. We had a fantastic Restaurant Week dinner.

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  7. Lee Ann VIP

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable experience. Excellent service and the food is exceptional.

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  8. tom

    Seattle9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Philip & Skye are an amazing team. The food & experience were the Best!

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  9. John

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been to Nell’s many times and it is always a good and pleasurable time. Highly recommend!

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  10. Gretta

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, and delicious food! We came for SRW. The asparagus salad and cod were both so good and great portion sizes too.

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FAQs

Nell's is rated 4.7 stars by 1715 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Seattle / Eastern Washington
  4. Seattle
  5. Green Lake

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Nell's

6804 E Green Lake Way North, Seattle, WA 98115

Additional information

  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Northwest, European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Philip Mihalski
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
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