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Fotini (Nell's)

4.7 (1789)
$31 to $50
European
6804 E Green Lake Way North, Seattle, WA 98115

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Fotini (Nell's)

4.7
$31 to $50
European
Green Lake

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Nell's is an intimate, chef-owned restaurant located in the vibrant Green Lake neighborhood. Open for dinner seven nights a week, Nell's offers European-inspired New American cuisine featuring the finest Northwest seasonal ingredients. If we do not have your desired reservation time available online, please give us a call.

Our chef Philip Mihalski's cooking approach unites his classic training in some of the most celebrated kitchens in New York City and France with his passion for freshness and simplicity.

Nell's menus are designed to pair beautifully with your wine selection from our large wine list. We also offer vegetarian and vegan options on request.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mark Chaney
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Fotini (Nell's).

4.7

4.7
(1789)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fotini, the evolution of Nell's, delights with its "scrumptious food," "exceptional service," and "lovely ambiance." Guests appreciate the "elegant" decor and the retention of beloved menu items like the onion tart and mushroom risotto. The updated space and attentive new ownership ensure a "special occasion" experience, making it a "neighborhood gem."
1,789 Reviews
  1. Kristin Gold

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent as was the service. Portions were both reasonable in size and price. I can't wait to go back!

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  2. Harvey Gold

    Seattle60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is as good as ever. The new manager and staff are friendly and efficient. The new menu has old favorites and intriguing additions. I like the addition of music. It adds ambience without being obtrusive. The updated decor is a little bit of a hodgepodge. The light fixtures don’t match; there’s still masking tape on the ceiling. But I trust it will come together.

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  3. Janet Gold

    Seattle43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great food experience! Service was perfect. Our table location was beside a window on late October 2026, so we were cold. My wife left her coat on so dress warm if seated by a window.

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  4. Teresa

    Seattle9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Six of us ordered different dishes and every one was fabulous. The ambiance is different from Nell’s, but equally elegant. We are delighted that such a fine new establishment is following in the footsteps of one of the great Seattle restaurants

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  5. Johnna

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family has gone to Nells for years so we were anxious to try the new Fortini. We found the things we loved about Nells still exist, the service, food and ambiance. We liked the changes they have made to update the space in a perfect way. It was also nice to see more of an age range on a Friday night than the mainly older crowd that was seen in the past. The new owner is hands on and genuinely cares about the experience he is giving patrons. We look forward to going back for a lovely evening.

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  6. Jan

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, exceptional food and a relaxing environment to enjoy your meal!

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  7. Marilyn

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was very friendly, and very helpful, the food was perfectly prepared and looked beautiful And the noise level was very low so we were all able to speak and hear each other. A perfect evening 

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  8. Jean T

    Seattle5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every bite was delicious! The updated interior is lovely. A wonderful spot for a special occasion.

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  9. Karen

    Seattle9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The onion tart and mushroom risotto appetizers were great. Both the salmon and the sea bass were cooked perfectly. I recommend the walnut tart with chocolate ice cream. We will definitely return. Service was perfect. We go here because it is quiet enough to talk and we love the atmosphere.

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  10. Anne

    Vancouver3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 27, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We really liked Nell's, and though it's decor was outdated, it was soothing, and comfortable. The new decor, with the pressed tin ceilings is too garish (to us), and took away from the calming ambiance it used to have. The food is still good, the service is ok. The previous servers were dynamic and had character. The servers now are just doing their job, which is ok, but not anything to bring you back....

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mark Chaney
  • Catering
    Nell's Catering will help you plan and host a truly memorable event - where every step of the way you and your guests will be treated to the same impeccable quality and service for which our restaurant is known.<br /> <br />We cater everything from multi-course dinner parties for groups of eight or more to parties up to to several hundred people. We have worked with customers on a range of events, such as weddings, corporate dinners, memorial services, office lunches, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, holiday parties and simple cocktail receptions. The bottom line is that we are flexible.
  • Private party facilities
    Depending upon the date and size of your party, the entire restaurant can be available for your private event. Contact us for more details!
  • Neighborhood
    Green Lake
  • Cross street
    1st Ave NE and Greenlake Way N
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot to the south of our building which is shared with the other businesses in the business park.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Fotini (Nell's) is lovely for an early dinner, book before 6:00 pm for easier parking and a relaxed, quiet table; the restaurant is open for dinner seven nights a week.

Yes, Fotini (Nell's) is regularly praised as a lovely date venue, with an intimate, quiet dining room and many guests celebrating anniversaries and special evenings there.

Fotini (Nell's) is known for a quietly intimate dining room that makes conversation easy; special nights such as New Year’s Eve and other large events tend to be much busier.

Yes, families do visit and reviewers recommend it for family meals, particularly for teens and older children; some guests note the dining room’s refined, quiet atmosphere may be best suited to older kids.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests do dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

Fotini (Nell's) feels intimate and elegant, a quiet, conversation-friendly dining room with white linens, soft lighting, and a welcoming, polished service style.

The Sweet Onion Tart is a clear favorite at Fotini (Nell's), it appears on the current menu and is repeatedly singled out by guests.

Yes, guests note that Nell's refreshes its offerings regularly, with some reviewers saying the menu changes frequently, even daily, alongside new items appearing with classic favorites.

Yes, Fotini (Nell's) offers outside tables with a pleasant view of Green Lake, which guests have enjoyed on warm days.

Yes, the restaurant notes vegetarian and vegan options are available on request, and asks guests to call if they can’t find a desired reservation time online.

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Fotini (Nell's)

4.7
$31 to $50
European
Green Lake

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
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