2 Best Restaurants in Seattle Center and Lower Queen Anne, Seattle

You’d never guess from its unassuming storefront that this is Lower Queen Anne’s go-to for Neapolitan-style pizza. Ten rotating varieties emerge from the wood-fired oven, each with a perfectly blistered crust. The space also doubles as a tasting room for microbrewery Fast Fashion, so you’ll find an inventive beer list to match your meal—just note that it’s 21 and over only.

One of Washington’s largest shellfish farmers, Taylor shows off its harvest at this bright, high-energy bar. Oysters take center stage, but you’ll also find crab, prawns, clams, mussels, and geoduck—and the indulgent Salish Sampler lets you try a bit of everything. This is more a place for a raw shellfish feast than a full meal, though hearty chowders and stews can fill in the gaps. Located across the street from Seattle Center, it’s a favorite pre- or post-event stop.