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Spinasse vs Shiro's

Spinasse and Shiro's are both rated highly by writers. On balance, Spinasse is the choice of most reviewers compared to Shiro's. Spinasse ranks #1 in Seattle with recommendations from 11 sources like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.

Spinasse
Spinasse
8 / 10
1531 14th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
From $31 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"With the friendly service and dynamite grappa, amaro, and an Italian-focused wine selection, you likely won't mind paying the price, even if the restaurant is loud and small." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"This little hole in the wall on Capitol Hill is the most authentic-feeling Italian restaurant in Seattle." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Piedmontese cuisine is the backbone of this rustic, open-kitchen restaurant in Capitol Hill." Full review
Zagat Zagat
"Chef Jason Stratton turns to the Piedmont region for inspiration at his "must-try" Capitol Hill trattoria, where "attentive" servers deliver "delicate, sublime" (and "pricey") pastas." Full review
Gayot Gayot
14.0
"Spinasse'€™s lofted ceilings and full-wall windows give it an airy feel. Rustic wood tables and lace curtains add a soft touch." Full review
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Shiro's
Shiro's
8 / 10
2401 2nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
From $21 /night
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you get a seat at the sushi bar in front of Shiro, don't be shy—this is one place where ordering omakase (chef's choice) is a must."
Zagat Zagat
4.6
"Shiro Kashiba is semiretired now, but the "true master" still pops in at his Belltown stalwart, where "purists" say his omakase is one of the "best sushi experiences"." Full review
Gayot Gayot
14.0
"Fans of straightforward, traditional sushi flock to Shiro's. If the space is rather plain, the mood is usually lively, and from the first bite, the food commands your undivided attention." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Seattle baseball superstar Ichiro dines here."
Frommer's Frommer's
"If ogling all the fish at Pike Place Market puts you in the mood for some sushi, then this is the place for you." Full review
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Be sure to order at least one of Shiro's special rolls.
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