How to Cook a Wolf

$$$

4.4(1,114)

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Location & Hours

Address

2208 Queen Anne Ave N
Seattle, Washington 98109
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 10:00 PM

Monday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday4:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Sunday4:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Contact Information

(206) 838-8090

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About How to Cook a Wolf

Wood-paneled eatery by chef Ethan Stowell specializing in sophisticated Italian-Mediterranean fare.

Price range: expensive

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

4.4/5

Based on 1,114 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Lester M.

2 weeks ago

I have been wanting to eat here for years and was finally able to. We celebrated our 1 year anniversary here and we would highly recommend. They gave us two glasses of champagne to celebrate and we a...

Martin Li

3 months ago

Went here recently with a group of four and sat outside, which was lovely on a nice summer night. We were celebrating a birthday and the staff surprised us with complimentary celebratory drinks, which...

chantelle

a week ago

I'm so happy I came here. Everything was deliciously complex and fresh, and service was great. I ordered the cod, which came with perfectly cooked lentils, and it may be the best cod I've had. Good dr...

Jon Kim

8 months ago

I wanted to enjoy my dinner at how to cook a wolf. We were quite excited since it's one of the more hyped up amongst Ethan Stowell's restaurants. The burrata was one of my favorite dishes. I loved th...

Jeremy D

3 months ago

Absolutely exceptional presentations and beyond remarkable flavors, provided by authentic people who treat you with a grandiose side of love! We sat outside with the Smoke Windler, best Mezcal concoc...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience with flavorful dishes and a pleasant atmosphere, although some inconsistencies exist. Several customers expressed intentions to return, indicating overall satisfaction.

Customer Favorites

The Sea Wolf Sourdough and Hamachi Crudo are frequently praised menu items. The burrata and unique cocktails also received positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

The atmosphere is generally described as lovely or dreamy, especially the outdoor seating. Service is typically friendly, but some experienced issues with pacing, attentiveness, and water refills.

Value & Quality

Some customers felt the prices were high relative to the portion sizes and food quality, especially for the pasta and main courses. While some dishes were described as exceptional, others were considered average or overly salty.

Areas for Improvement

Inconsistent food quality, such as overcooked salmon or overly salty bucatini, needs attention. The mandatory 22% service charge and the expectation of additional tipping were a concern for some customers.

Recent Trends

Recent positive reviews highlight exceptional flavors and presentations, alongside enthusiastic appreciation for drinks and specific dishes like the cod. However, pacing issues were reported, and the value for money was questioned by one recent reviewer.