Aerlume Seattle

Excellent food in a beautiful setting with great service--what could be better? 😀

Had such a lovely meal here and really enjoyed the attention to fresh ingredients. We started with the tomato salad, warm bread, and orange butter, which were simple but incredibly satisfying. Every dish showed care and quality, highlighting the restaurant’s focus on local and seasonal produce. The flavors felt fresh, natural, and thoughtfully prepared. From the food to the overall experience, everything was wonderful. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a memorable meal.

We had our wedding reception here in 2021 and they did an amazing job dealing with our insane last minute requests and asks as well running the entire thing! I had only been here once before for a work event as my work was on the same street corner at the time, but I knew they’d be an excellent option. Fast forward five years later celebrating our 5 year anniversary here, they continue to impress. You can’t miss them!

We went to aerlume for my 56th birthday- everything was top notch. The food, the view, the energy, the service. Had many things on the menu including the oysters, the beets, the bread, the halibut and dessert. Water was always being refilled as well. Make a reservation if dining at peak times. Great for a special occasion or just because. Was afraid it might be touristy bc it’s right next to Pikes Place market, but it is not

I am writing this review as I am leaving the restaurant because I have never felt more ignored or disappointed by a dining experience. My boyfriend booked this restaurant to celebrate our anniversary, and instead of leaving with happy memories, we left feeling disappointed and honestly hurt. We chose this restaurant expecting a true fine dining experience. I’ve dined at many fine dining establishments before, and this simply was not one of them. For a restaurant that automatically includes a 20% gratuity, I expected service that reflected that standard. Instead, our waitress interacted with us only four times: to take our drink order, appetizers, entrées, and when we finally asked for the check. There were no check-ins to ask how our food was, whether we needed anything, or if we wanted another round of drinks. I had wanted to order another drink but never had the opportunity. Our server disappeared for stretches of over 20 minutes at a time. We looked around the restaurant trying to find her, only to watch her consistently check on several of her other tables while ours was repeatedly overlooked. Every time she did come by, she was gone almost as quickly as she had gotten to the table, even leaving before finishing her sentence. Throughout the evening, we also noticed that three tables of people of color, including ours, went long periods without being checked on. I cannot speak for their experiences, but it was something we personally observed while sitting in the dining room, and it made the lack of attention to our own table even more difficult to ignore. The food unfortunately did not justify the nearly $290 bill. The steak was dry and lacked the quality I would expect at this price point and the cod was bland and noticeably underseasoned. Neither entrée felt thoughtfully prepared, let alone worthy of a fine dining restaurant. What upset us most wasn’t just the disappointing food, it was the complete lack of hospitality. We spent much of our anniversary dinner trying to find our server. No guest should have to wonder if they’ve been forgotten, especially when dining at a restaurant that prides itself on providing an elevated experience. A mandatory 20% gratuity sets an expectation that guests will receive attentive, professional service. We received the opposite. Between the inattentive service, and the underwhelming food, this was one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences I’ve had. Just because you are getting tipped regardless, it shouldn’t mean you don’t need to do your job. We came to celebrate a special occasion and instead left feeling ignored. That is not what fine dining should be.

The restaurant's dedication to locally sourced and seasonal ingredients was noticeable throughout the meal. Everything felt fresh and carefully prepared, highlighting the quality of the products being used. Their beverage selection was impressively varied, offering plenty of options to pair with dinner. Service was equally strong, with our server providing attentive and knowledgeable recommendations. The combination of quality ingredients, excellent hospitality, and a well-curated drink program made for a dining experience that's easy to recommend.

Everything was amazing :) I would highly recommend.

The steak, recommended house wine, ocean view, and birthday card were all perfect. The service and food were flawless.

Fantastic dinner, service amazing, beautiful view and best dessert I’ve had in a long time!

We had dinner here last night and shared a variety of appetizers, sides, and entrées so we could experience as much of the menu as possible. Overall, it was a fantastic meal.The standout dishes were the grilled octopus, scallops, and halibut. The octopus was perfectly grilled with a delicious char, the scallops were tender and beautifully prepared, and the halibut was absolutely divine. The sides of brussels and broccolini were also very good! The only disappointment was the steak frites. Compared to everything else we ordered, it was underwhelming and didn’t seem to reflect the same level of quality. It honestly felt like it didn’t belong on the menu. The service was excellent—attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the evening. We’ll definitely be back!