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Canlis

4.6(2,842)
American Restaurant

About

Canlis is a landmark Seattle restaurant housed in a midcentury-modern building designed by Roland Terry, offering sweeping views of Lake Union and the Cascade Mountains. Its refined Pacific Northwest cuisine and attentive service create a polished yet inviting setting for client dinners and executive meetings.

The venue’s natural light and live piano music enhance the atmosphere, making it ideal for small groups seeking a distinctive dining experience with a focus on hospitality and local ingredients. Canlis combines design, view, and service to support memorable business gatherings.

Best for

  • Executive dinners with skyline views
  • Intimate client entertaining with refined service
  • Small group celebrations in iconic midcentury setting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Midcentury-modern design with panoramic vistas
Architecture & Views
Midcentury-modern design with panoramic vistas
Housed in a landmark building designed by Roland Terry in 1950, the space features natural light and stunning views of Seattle, Lake Union, and the Cascade mountains, enhanced by contributions from architects Jim Cutler and George Suyama.
Pacific Northwest cuisine with a refined omakase
Culinary Experience
Pacific Northwest cuisine with a refined omakase
The menu showcases fresh, locally inspired Pacific Northwest fare, curated with precision and generosity. The omakase is thoughtfully paced and balanced, complemented by a distinctive wine program featuring regional and Old World selections.
Intimate ambiance with live piano and attentive hospitality
Atmosphere & Service
Intimate ambiance with live piano and attentive hospitality
An inviting and personable atmosphere supported by live piano music and a staff known for warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service that balances professionalism with genuine warmth.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 2,842 reviews