Canlis

$$$$

4.6(2,809)

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Location & Hours

Address

2576 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109, USA
Seattle, Washington 98109
United States

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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 5:00 PM

MondayClosed

Tuesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Wednesday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Thursday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Friday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Saturday5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(206) 283-3313

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About Canlis

Landmark fine-dining destination (since 1950s) offering Pacific NW fare in a midcentury-modern home.

Price range: very expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on November 13, 2025.

4.6/5

Based on 2,809 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Nina Dans

a month ago

Canlis is an absolutely beautiful restaurant for a special occasion with your partner or family and a beautiful view of the city! The service is good and everything you would expect in a fine dining e...

Deb Correia

a month ago

We had an incredible evening here. The service is top notch. Our waiter, Mack, knew everything about every item on the menu, and described them perfectly. We never felt rushed, even though we asked a ...

Justin Soliz

a month ago

tldr; uninspired tasting menu, disinterested vibe from staff I've been coming to canlis for the last 15 years, I usually try to visit at least once a year or catch any new updates, such as a new chef...

Alec Soer

2 weeks ago

From the moment you walk in this is what you expect for a super fancy tasting experience. The staff is extremely attentive and we almost never waited for service. The seating was a bit odd at times. ...

Hannah Carley-Broom

a month ago

Walking into Canlis to the sound of a live pianist is a special moment that is all too rare these days. I was lucky enough to dine in the private room as part of a work event. It has floor to ceiling...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a fine dining experience with beautiful views, but consistency in food quality and value is a concern. Experiences vary with some finding it exceptional and others feeling it doesn't live up to the price point.

Customer Favorites

The blueberry halo halo, the focaccia bread with green sauce, and the table-side salad were mentioned as highlights. Crème brûlée and the beef short rib were also enjoyed.

Atmosphere & Service

The ambiance is generally considered beautiful, with a live pianist and excellent views. While some reviewers praised the attentive and knowledgeable staff, others found them disinterested and cold.

Value & Quality

Several reviewers felt the food quality did not justify the high prices, noting small portions and uninspired dishes. Some felt certain dishes missed the mark in terms of flavor balance and complexity.

Areas for Improvement

Consistency in food quality, more engaging service, and better value for the price were points raised for improvement. Some specific issues included dull knives, pacing of courses, and overly rich side dishes.

Recent Trends

The reviews suggest a potential decline in quality compared to previous experiences, with some mentioning uninspired tasting menus and a disinterested vibe from the staff.