Of all of Tom Douglas's restaurants, the Palace Kitchen is hands-down my favoritie. It has a great atmosphere, which I would describe as "casual metropolitan." The menu has many good options for small and larger meals. They can accomodate small and medium sized parties (and an occasional large group if you call ahead).
Their menu rotates dishes with locally sourced products, but there are a couple of stanby favorites that you really must try. My husband and I are vehement that the Palace Kitchen serves the best burger in Seattle. The roasted chicken is also wonderful, prepared differently every time with interesting sauces and flavors, but extremely reliable. The ravioli called "Plin" as an appetizer or main course is very yummy. And you must try Tom Douglas's famous coconut cream pie. I think I may have fallen in love with my husband on the date where he ordered this for dessert. Absolutely divine!
And best of all -- the Palace Kitchen is one of the few places in sleepy Seattle that serves food after 10pm!
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