4.9
- 4.8Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.9Ambience
- 4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
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4.9
Noise • Moderate
Seattle / Eastern Washington
American
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Value
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Neighbourhood gem
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Great for fine wines
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Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews
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Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
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Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
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Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
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Seattle / Eastern Washington8 reviews
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Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review
Dined on 25 October 2026
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Phoenix / Arizona2 reviews
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Seattle / Eastern Washington13 reviews
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Portland / Oregon6 reviews
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Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed; many guests note they dress up a touch for anniversaries and special evenings at the cafe.
The crab bisque is a recurring favorite, it appears on the current menu and guests repeatedly praise its rich, crab-filled, refined flavor.
Yes, guests report the team is accommodating: staff have helped with food intolerances and gluten-free needs, arranged comfortable seating for an infant, and prepared anniversary touches like roses and a card.
Over The Moon Cafe often fills up, guests report “all the seating was filled” on a Tuesday night and one visit was “close to 90% full, ” yet many diners also praise its intimate, quiet atmosphere and low noise level that makes conversation easy.
Over The Moon Cafe feels small and romantic, cozy, dimly lit, and full of Old‑World/vintage charm, with snug seating, love‑note boxes on tables and thoughtful anniversary touches that create a quietly intimate setting.
Yes, families are welcome: guests report that staff happily accommodated an 8-month-old and the cafe is frequently used for family celebrations and breakfasts with children.
Weekday evenings (mid‑week) tend to be the easiest, guests note dining mid‑week may allow walk‑ins, while weekends typically require a reservation.
The staff are used to families, reviewers say the team arranged comfortable seating for an 8‑month‑old and made the visit stress‑free for parents.
Guests frequently report generous portions, several reviewers say entrees were large enough to take half home.
Yes, Over The Moon Cafe is a favorite for romantic dinners and anniversaries, praised for its intimate lighting, cozy seating, and thoughtful celebratory touches like roses and cards.
Yes, the menu clearly labels many gluten‑free mains and desserts, and it even offers an AIP & Paleo vegan dessert for guests with dietary restrictions.
Yes, the cafe marks special occasions: the menu includes limited-time anniversary dishes (noted as part of the 23rd Anniversary), and staff often add anniversary touches like a rose, rose petals and a congratulations card at the table.
Yes, Over The Moon Cafe offers cocktails and wine; guests mention crafted drinks like a Black Manhattan, a Mezcal Mule and an espresso martini alongside wine by the glass.
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