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The Georgian vs Metropolitan Grill

Both The Georgian and Metropolitan Grill are highly recommended by experts. Overall, The Georgian scores marginally better than Metropolitan Grill. The Georgian comes in at #5 in Seattle with recommendations from 8 publications like Seattle Times, Lonely Planet and Not For Tourists.

The Georgian
The Georgian
8 / 10
411 University St, Seattle, WA 98101
From $31 /night
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Georgian is as grand as they come, and if you're looking for haute cuisine, palatial surroundings, and superb service, no other restaurant in Seattle comes close." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Although the dress code at the Georgian is smart casual, jean-clad patrons are likely to feel underdressed at this palatial, light yellow salon in the downtown Fairmont Olympic Hotel." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"The "old-world surroundings" in this 1924 Italianate dining room in Downtown's Fairmont Olympic Hotel make it a "special place for a special night"." Full review
Gayot Gayot
14.0
"The elegant atmosphere and French-inspired Pacific Northwest cuisine at The Georgian... make it appropriate for celebrations and special occasions." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle houses The Georgian, the most acclaimed restaurant in the Pacific Northwest." Full review
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Metropolitan Grill
Metropolitan Grill
8 / 10
820 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1502
From $31 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"This is a favorite lunch spot for the professional crowd but it's not for timid eaters." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Fronted by massive granite columns that make it look more like a bank than a restaurant, the Metropolitan Grill is a traditional steakhouse that attracts a well-heeled clientele." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This handsome and atmospheric business favorite fills up with stock analysts and bankers who pour out of nearby office towers." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This downtown steakhouse offers an elegant dining environment, with its dark wood-panelled walls, plush forest-green velvet banquettes, and white-tablecloth service." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"This "old-school" Downtown meatery is a "staple" with the "power lunch" crowd for its "amazing cuts" of dry-aged beef." Full review
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