Fodor's Expert Review Collections Café
Editor's Note: This property is currently undergoing renovations.
While the food is passable, the real draw here is the decor: "Collections" refers to that of Dale Chihuly, the inspiration for the café (it's part of the Chihuly Garden and Glass campus). Chihuly is a lifelong collector of everything from bottle openers to radios to vintage accordions and much, much more—and a vast array of his findings are displayed on the walls, suspended from the ceiling, and even encased in the table tops. The seasonal menu features local ingredients in dishes like the spiced carrot fritters and grilled Pacific octopus, while entrées run the gamut from homey options like macaroni and cheese to brightly flavored chopped salads, and a burger topped with bacon and red onion jam (Chihuly likes to order the latter during his frequent visits). Prices are extremely reasonable—unlike what you might expect from a museum restaurant.
Quick Facts
305 Harrison St.
Seattle,
Washington
98109,
USA
206-753–4935
- Quirky decor
- Seasonal menu with local ingredients
- Burger topped with bacon and red onion jam