I'm always surprised when I stop in here to eat. The food is actually quite good and the atmosphere is quiet and the tables allow conversation with your dining companions. Today we enjoyed the Cilantro Lime salad (I added grilled tender chicken). My SO had the French Dip with seasoned fries. Two excellent choices. I also recommend the Wild Salmon or the Margarita Pizza. Service here is very good and Danielle is always our favorite. Things you should know the first visit: The Cafe is second floor. There are menus in front of the entrance for you to peruse and decide what you want to eat. Order just inside and to the left. You may have a slight wait as they do get busy at times. Once you order and pay they will give you a receipt and your order in a folder and direct you to choose your own table. A server will be by and check your order and bring all the wonderful goodies to your table. Once finished you simply leave. You can order for pick up and delivery. That's it. A great break from shopping or just stopping in for lunch with a special someone. PS Wednesday is Wine Wednesday and a bottle is half price. Service: above average Cleanliness: above average Beverages: Coffee, tea, Coke products, Wine read more

Food the French Dip was full plate with fries. We went after the Super Bowl parade. The lines weren't bad the wait wasn't long. We were able to get a table and relax to wait out the crowd. Food was nice compliment at the end of festivities. read more

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While shopping in the downtown core, I decided to hit up Cafe Nordstrom for lunch. I scored parking a half block away, so I know the stars were aligned. The Heirloom Tomato Burrata was delicious! This is the 2nd time I've ordered a burrata appetizer and I just love it! It's fresh tasting with a nice balance of sweet and salty. This appy had thin slices of toasted baguette distributed throughout. The Turkey Club met expectations and I thought it was a bit spendy ($18.50) for what you got. Service was friendly and helpful. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Heirloom Tomato Burrata - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Went there to seated but i had to wait up to 20min. Then i decided to get to go. They said it will take up to 15min but took them over 20min. I like their packaging. But french onion soup bread was soaked inside when i tried to eat it at home. The bread you see in the picture is the one I got extra. But if you look closely there is bread soaked in it. Who does that. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Kids penne alfredo with chicken - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food was decent. I ordered a pepperoni pizza and it was made to order. Very greasy and rich. Staff gave off the impression that they didn't want to be there. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Pizza - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Was in Seattle in early November of last year for our anniversary weekend with the wifey! Finally got to hit up the cafe in Nordstrom!! Didn't get to make reservations, but luckily it was just before the lunch rush and we managed to get a small table for 2. Yes! Lots of chatter already in the restaurant, but our waitress was lovely & quick with the service! We ordered: -Brussels Sprouts Frite ($10.25) -Prime French Dip ($19.25) -Nordstrom Burger ($18.00) And coffee! Somehow their standard hot cup of coffee was really good! And we were in the land of Starbucks LOL! Food did take some time to come out, maybe a bit over 20 minutes. But when it did, it was all nice and hot! The Brussels Sprouts Frite were super tasty with some spiced cashews and a burst of lemon. Cooked right with that lovely char on the edges! Wifey's Prime French Dip was unctuous, soft certified angus, crunchy baguette, and the flavorful au jus! I even forgot to take a pic HA! The Nordstrom Burger was a classic - juicy beef, sharp cheddar, and fresh veg all on a properly toasted artisan bun! Nice tang from the roasted garlic aioli too! Oh and those fries were so light! My only gripe about the Cafe Nordstrom is it's a tad pricey! Really givin' me those Cheesecake Factory vibes! Only thing about this cafe, is that right across the way from my cheeseburger is the men's clothing and shoes! What a view LOL! I'd visit Cafe Nordstrom again sure, but maybe with a coupon next time? Ha ha ha! read more

I love Nordstrom Cafe and it used to be my go to spot for a quick lunch when I worked nearby or was shopping. My mom and I popped in for an early lunch a few weeks ago and damn, things have changed. Service was incredibly slow considering the restaurant was nearly empty on a Monday and my favorite arugula shrimp and polenta salad is now a jaw dropping $22. Insane. Everything still tastes great and the tomato bisque is still some of the best around, but they really need to pick up the pace a bit. read more

I used to love coming to eat at the Cafè but last week it was pretty disappointing.. The service was good, server was really kind & attentive. Ordered the filet mignon & it had no flavor at all. They didn't have any steak sauce so I tried eating it with ketchup but it was so bad I couldn't even do it. The spinach that came with it was very soggy and also lacked flavor. The caesar salad was very good and fresh, the artichoke dip was good as well. When we first sat in the back it was very quiet & relaxing, no view as the windows face other high rises but I enjoyed looking out. Right before the food came it got crazy loud in the section because a large group of ladies came, and a family that was arguing. We ended up moving, our waitress was super sweet about it. Nothing anyone can do it would have been find if the family wasn't arguing haha. Overall it was just a mediocre experience, probably won't come back to this Nordstrom Cafè location. 3/5 for me .. the food in my opinion is only a 2/5 but the service was 5/5 so I decided on 3 star rating read more

Passed by while shopping one day and decided I'd come back to try it. It gives a very "ladies who lunch" vibe, and sometimes, that's exactly what a gal needs! Food/drinks: The twist on a Niçoise salad was delicious, filling, and large! Salmon was cooked just right with a delicious herb sauce on top. Nice presentation and good tea selection too. Service: It's self service meets table service. You wait in line to order, take your receipt and choose a table, and then someone comes to pick up the receipt and bring to your order. All staff I interacted with were helpful and friendly. Ambiance: It's cafeteria meets $$$. It's causal enough, food comes quickly, and no one rushes you. A mix of folks makes for fun people watching. Enjoyed the experience and would come back. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Niçoise salad - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cafe Nordstrom serves up tasty, fresh options when you want a bite to eat while shopping. My friend and I split the Nicoise Salad and it hit the spot! The dressing was actually one of the best things I've tasted in quite some time. The salmon was a tad dry, but wasn't a big deal. The portion was more than enough for one person and the salad was full of potatoes, tomatoes, hard boiled egg, green beans and onions. Service was great and the little chocolates they bring at the end of the meal are so good. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Salmon Nicoise Salad (1/2 portion) - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yes!! I have missed the Nordstrom Cafe after moving away from malls. The food is always good and the staff incredibly friendly. Its an easy process of ordering at the counter, they have menus there! You will get a number and take a seat wherever you like! I would suggest the window seats in the back. A waiter/waitress will arrive and proceed as if in a restaurant. Its quick and easy, while relaxing after shopping. I always get the tomato soup and caesar salad! This is a better alternative to the other two food places in Nordstrom in my opinion. read more

A bit pricey but the food is good quality and the service is good. The cashiers are always friendly and helpful. My particular waitress wasn't super attentive or overly friendly during my latest meal. I was there during lunch and she may have left me alone since I was completing some work things so I don't blame her. I headed there for their special Black History Month entree. It was a creole chicken and okra dish, created by Seattle Communion's chef Kristi Brown. The chicken was seasoned well and I enjoyed how tender and juicy it was. It paired well with the okra. It all laid on top of a hoe cake, that I found too sweet for my liking. The firstly edges were a great texture add though. Give it a try before the month ends! read more

Marketplace Cafe - Creole chicken and okra - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wanted to try the food here for a long time - the staff was friendly and attentive. It isn't super intuitive that you order at the cashier and then a server will come pick up the ticket and deliver it all. Food was good, but my one complaint was that the shrimp on my salad still had some shell on it and one or two weren't deveined. read more

Made my way downtown to pick up some alterations at Nordy's and decided to stop by the cafe on the 4th floor. The cashier was in training. She offered the brunch menu but what I really wanted was to order from the lunch menu since I was a regular at this location prior to COVID. She was able to ring me up with no problem. I chose my seat and my server showed up after sitting there for about 5 minutes. No problem. There were other customers in his section. He checked my ticket and came back with water. A bit later my food arrived. To my dismay, I found a hair in my salad. Gross. I didn't finish the salad. I went onto my sandwich. That was ok since there was no hair in the sandwich. I wanted to wrap up half my Santa Fe sandwich to go but my server was a no-show. I never got a water refill or a check up after getting my food either. I was pretty disappointed with my server since I saw other servers working their A's off in their sections. I just picked a bad section that morning. I still left a cash tip out of habit, though begrudgingly. read more

I am big fan of Nordstrom cafe. I was really excited to try their food in Seattle. We ordered pizza margarita and french dip sandwich. I didnt like the pizza so much and crust was not that thin but sandwich was awesome!!! I highly recommend that it comes with chips or salad. We choose chips and it was a good choice. I will be back to try their diner options. Overall clean/ nice seating. read more

I ordered Santa Fe Chicken Panini which is one favorite menu at the Cafe or Marketplace Cafe at Nordstrom. But when I received my pick up order from downtown Nordstrom today, the Shrimp Pomodoro and the Santa Fe sandwich, there was no avocado at all, hardly any caramelized onions. I have been an ICON member forever and this was the worst food order I have received from any Nordstrom restaurant. So disappointed. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We were looking for a bite and found Café Nordstrom - and what a pleasant surprise! Easy, fast and tasty. The menu isn't huge, but it's a café after all - and the staff aims to please. You order and pay at the counter and they bring the food out to you. I like the idea of not having to tip when you order - how do you know how to tip if you haven't gotten any service yet? So I'm a fan of the system they have here at Café Nordstrom. We had a Margherita Pizza and a Caprese salad (we're trying to adhere to Meatless Monday...) - and after a bit of thinking, they're pretty much exactly the same ingredients just in differing amounts. Plus the caprese had a pesto with pine nuts. Buy my pizza had basil, so we were close. I'm not afraid to venture back to Café Nordstrom. It gets a thumbs up. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Margherita Pizza - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Nordstrom cafe is such a hidden gem. You wouldn't expect to get pretty good quality food from a department store, unless you're in Korea or something lol but seriously this place has some great cafe foods. I've tried the pastas and salads and sandwiches and they're usually all super good. But i always always come out of my way to get the kids grilled cheese tomato combo for $7. It may seem strange but it's soooooo bomb. It comes with a drink and a side, i usually get a side of chips. And the drink is refillable! I also really like their arugula and shrimp salad. It's veryyy large though but i guess that's a good thing for most people! Either way I really enjoy coming here for a quick bite. I wish you can tip the servers though. You can tip them with cash but I don't always have cash on me so I feel really bad walking out without leaving anything. They should really change this so u can tip at the counter when u order the food? Maybe you can, I just don't know how to tip without cash. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Grilled cheese tomato soup kids meal - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We've been coming to Café Nordstrom downtown for a long time. The food and service has been strong in general, while particularly good recently. We tried the new fish sandwich and chowder. Both highlighting Wild Alaska Pollock. We learned during our last visit that it's the most sustainable commercial fish in the world. Highly recommend! read more

Marketplace Cafe - Wild Alaska Pollock Sandwich with Cesar salad. Pleasantly surprised by this one!!! - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Poor service. Waited an excessive amount of time for food, but manager apologized and made it right. Food was good when it finally arrived 45 minutes after ordering. Probably wouldn't go back though. read more

I ate here regularly with friends. Some time in the past year (2023-24) they overhauled the interior. It went from cosy and warm (despite being a big space) to stark and unwelcoming. The colors are now grays and blues with uncomfortable furniture. When we arrived to eat and saw how it looked we left. The place was virtually empty when it previously was busy. I never eat there now. The Grill downstairs still has a warm, casual vibe and the food is good. read more

I had their chocolate mousse cake. It was just perfect. So rich, thick, and chocolaty. I have eaten at many Nordstrom cafes in different cities, but I never saw this chocolate mousse cake at the other cafes. The service was nice, and it was a really relaxed place. Nice views. read more

Slow. Unaware. Sad. I am very saddened by my visit today as I usually enjoy my expierence at the Nordatrom Cafe. I decided to stop by for a quick bite while waiting for my gifts to be wrapped. I ordered soup and a biscuit. All I wanted was for my biscuit to be warmed up. I've been instructed to let my server know 3 times. 15 minutes later waiting in an almost empty dining room and seeing the server walk by several times, I have yet to get the service I need nor to be greeted. The food is great, but the service I was received was very disappointing, especially knowing how Nordstrom is known for their all-star customer service. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Tomato basil soup and chive biscuit. Took 15 minutes in an empty cafe to have my biscuit warmed up. - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'm going to write something unpopular here, but I had one of the single best burgers here I've ever had in Seattle. I've not had a bad meal ever at the cafe, and while it is Nordstrom, I'm not against eating there because the meals are satisfying, healthy and generally reasonable. Staff is always good. read more

I usually like the food at Café Nordstrom but I have changed my mind after having brunch on Sunday. I ordered the Eggs Benedict. Pretty straightforward, right? It's actually pretty hard to screw up such a traditional brunch dish. Unless, apparently, you're a cook at Café Nordstrom! The eggs were terribly overcooked, they were served on very thick brioche bread (not a fan of that change -- too much bread!), and that was MOT Hollandaise sauce! It was some kind of melted fat/butter goo. There was no egg yolk in the sauce, no lemon, it seriously looked and tasted like melted butter and pan drippings. Eeww! Don't order it! Unfortunately, my girlfriend ordered the same thing! You've been warned! read more

Have always been a fan of Nordstrom Cafe. You can never go wrong with any of their sandwiches. I have always really have enjoyed their Prime French Dip and the tomato soup is always creamy and decadent. Hot tip.. when you're feeling nostalgic and don't want a large meal, order the kid's size Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup. Perfect size, delicious, so comforting and only $7.50! Can't beat that. read more

A friend and I had originally planned to go somewhere else for an early lunch, but there was a really long wait... and since we were planning to visit Nordstrom anyway, we just decided some lunch at the cafe would be an easy stop. With friendly staff and a variety of seating, Cafe Nordstrom is a comfortable dining location to fit into your shopping excursion. They have a nice variety of menu options, from salads and pizzas to sandwiches and entrees. I opted for the cranberry and turkey sandwich, a combination of cranberry chutney, havarti cheese, sprouts, and mayonnaise on multigrain ciabatta. A side of chips come with the sandwich options... and I opted to add a cucumber-flavored Dry Soda to sip on during my lunch. I ended up being so full before I could even finish the chips, and the sandwich really hit the spot. I might have to steal the ingredient combination and make similar sandwiches at home. :) The price was probably around $40+ for two people who ordered one sandwich each, one drink each, and then one dessert bar (plus I left a tip). Perhaps a bit much, but it's also Downtown Seattle... so it's probably comparable for the area. All in all, a pleasant visit... and I'd certainly visit again while out for a casual shopping trip. read more

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I am a big fan of the Nordstrom restaurants and have frequented various Nordie cafes across the U.S.. I give this cafe a strong 3.5 stars compared to those I have experienced. This Seattle location is very clean with the same menu favorites such as creamy, tomato soup, Asian chicken salad, the signatory royale cookie, penne pasta and more. The things I don't like are the two lines..one for to go and one for indoor dining which causes a lot of confusion..I have been cut in front of many times by customers unfamiliar with the process. Also, the cashiers for some reason are very slow and I feel like I am waiting for a fast food take out as at times the staff seems to have a sense of disengagement. After finding a table and being seated..the waitstaff brings our drinks and notates our orders. They are generally friendly but there again..a bit distant unlike the staff at the restaurant downstairs. The food comes out and the salads and the lettuce a little wilted at the edges and the chicken very dry as it seems reheated in a microwave. The crispy cracker that came with the Asian chicken salad was stale and not good. The royale cookies were delicious as usual. The entire meal was not memorable however this is Nordstrom so possibly they were having an off day. read more

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I stopped in here for a quick lunch while working downtown. For how long the line was, I was worried my food would take a while. I was pleasantly surprised how quick it came out. My sandwich was hot and delicious! This is a great spot to grab a quick bite. The menu is slightly limited, so I don't come here often. Just when working or shopping! Compared to the other Nordstrom cafés I've eaten in, this one tastes pretty on par with the others. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Santa Fe Chicken Panini - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I planned to try this place out as pre-grub before the Yelp free screening of It's Kind Of A Funny Story. Located between Pacific Place and the core of Nordstrom shopping next to the skybridge, it's a good spot to come in for a hunger fix. I think I got some sort of herb roasted chicken (doesn't seem to be on website, but maybe chicken for salmon on listing). Tasty, moist, good. The rustic veggies were nice, hearty, and filling. A solid meal. Service seemed a bit slow but decent. I would sit in the front half as the rear half feels like Denny's, thanks to that bland ceiling and decor change. Other menu items and reviews look appealing. read more

Marketplace Cafe - That diagonal ceiling line separates "nice" versus "Denny's". - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Treated myself with a Salmon Oscar and that it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Quality food, friendly staff and good service. I highly recommend you visit this place if you are planning to lunch in SLU. read more

Marketplace Cafe - Salmon Oscar - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Waited 30 min for a food to arrive. After it arrive my couscous and salmon was partially warm and partially cold. I sent it back only to have the server come back with same plate of food telling us that it is supposed to warm in some parts and cold in other parts of the dish. no apologies from the server. Dismal customer service. Nordstrom is going down fast. read more

Service is very bad! Terrible attitude towards people, waited a very long time and the employees did not pay attention

Great food choices. I ordered the artichoke dip and spicy shrimp pasta. Both were delicious.

Pretty good place to have a lunch....good meeting spot to meet me lady friend as she entered from Pac Place and me coming from Nordstrom side off Pine. Got there early so there was not much of a line. You order at the front, pay, then seat yourself anywhere in the dining room. Servers will bring your drinks and food and will periodically check on you. Sandwiches can range up to $10, salads about the same or more. They have pastas to and daily specials too. I think the food is pretty good, counter staff is very helpful in explaining the menu as well. No issues with this place at all. Eventhough you already paid up front, dont forget to tip your server. Its right across from the bedding and towel dept. I realized my towels suck and need new ones. Anyways, a recommeded place to check out. Happy lunch'n!!! read more

So far tonight will be my our third time here this week and it's Monday. Brunch was surprisingly really good and was not cheap or expensive at 70$ for two brunch plates and two mimosas. I always say that the Nordstrom Cafe's are hidden gems because that's what they really are. The pastries and desserts are all crowd pleasers and made me look good as if I had Nordstrom taste so I took my date back for dinner to check out the grill on the metro level (cafe is on the fourth or fifth level). The grill was delicious and the complimentary bread/pesto sauce was on point. They have barqs root beer so plus ten points. Although, the ambience and vibe of the grille is berry different than the cafe (more modern/open) compared to the grill (outdated and some fung shway-g needed) but overall I can still recommend but you may have a better date at Purple and stick to Nordstrom cafe and not the grille for a lunch or casual dinner since they close at 7 and the cafe is better than the grille for that they don't have a serious commitment with a waiter other than they grab your drinks and deliver your food after your order and pay in front. Check out the bar on the 3rd floor and then be sure to check out the restrooms on the top level they are private and no one uses them and they are bother free guarantee with is rare thing in downtown Seattle. Overall this Nordstrom delivers although they are lacking an outside patio with a view which I have grown spoiled to with my home Nordstrom. read more

I was visiting from out of town and love shopping at their flagship store. The Cafe was a huge disappointment. I ordered soup and salad and a cocktail for $47 and waited 30 minutes for my food. My server was insolent and disrespectful when I inquired about the status of my order. The tip was added at the tine the order was placed so my server received a great tip for terrible service. Definitely not up to Nordstrom standards. Maybe this is the new norm for Nordstrom...? read more

Awesome food and service in the fourth floor of Nordstrom. It was a nice place to take a break.

I went there with my girlfriends for lunch today. It was one of my favorite spot to eat in downtown Bellevue. We ordered three salads and one cookie. I absolutely love the food here but not too much on the service. The server stopped by our table five to six times and once asked us if we are from, the island. The answer is, no. I might be tan but I am not from there. Another time, I leaned over to pick something up and the server quickly took my plate away without asking. There were a few bites left but I wasn't finished! In the end, we still left tips to him. Next time, I will probably order something to go if I am craving some salads. read more

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We love Nordstrom and we've always enjoyed their cafe. We hadn't been there in awhile and decided to have lunch there on a Saturday afternoon. The cafe wasn't busy; we were very disappointed in the service and food. The cashier was unfriendly (certainly not up to typical Nordstrom service standards); tables were dirty; food was delivered by a server wearing surgical gloves (unappetizing). The salads weren't as fresh as in previous visits. Disappointing experience and I hope things will improve. A facelift and serious attention are needed. read more