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A favorite spot for special occasions, this intimate downtown bistro is highly regarded for its deftly prepared, European-influenced Northwestern cuisine, such as Spanish-style octopus a la plancha with harissa and kalamata olive oil emulsion, and cocoa-and-chile-rubbed New York strip steak with red wine honey. Elements is also one of the best brunch spots in town—consider the Dungeness crab Benedict.
This warm and inviting neighborhood bistro serves creatively prepared international fare with a decided Northwest focus—think mussels with coconut-saffron broth and Fresno chilis, and grilled Porterhouse pork chop with potato gnocchi, summer squash, corn, and compound butter. The bar serves terrific, innovative cocktails, and food prices during the weekday evening (4:30–5:30 pm) happy hour represent one of the best deals around.
