Looking for events near Queen Anne? Grappa sits at the top of the hill, a short drive from Seattle Center, Belltown and downtown’s theatres. Here are the concerts, comedy nights and shows we have planned dinner around, each with a suggested time to book a table before the curtain.

Upcoming events near Queen Anne

How to plan dinner before events near Queen Anne

For most shows, book your table about two hours before the start time. That leaves room for an unhurried meal, the drive or rideshare, and the line at the venue door, where many theatres and clubs check bags. Each event card above shows a suggested table time worked out from the show’s start and Grappa’s opening hours, so you can book dinner as soon as you have tickets.

Check whether your ticket lists a doors time as well as a show time. At clubs such as The Crocodile the doors usually open an hour before the music starts, and some shows begin as early as 6 PM. For those, an early table around 4 PM works well. Grappa opens at 11 AM on weekdays, and on Saturdays and Sundays serves weekend brunch from 10 AM to 2 PM, which suits afternoon games and matinees.

Most evening shows finish after Grappa closes, so plan on dinner before the show rather than after. Let your server know your show time when you sit down, and the kitchen can pace the meal around your evening.

Venues near Queen Anne, by neighborhood

Seattle Center. The closest venues to Grappa are at Seattle Center, at the foot of Queen Anne hill. McCaw Hall, home to the opera and ballet, and Climate Pledge Arena, where the Kraken and the Storm play and the biggest tours stop, are each about 1.3 miles away by car.

Belltown and downtown. A short drive south, The Crocodile is 1.9 miles away, the Moore Theatre 2.3 miles, the Showbox by Pike Place Market 2.6 miles, Benaroya Hall 2.8 miles, and the Paramount and the 5th Avenue Theatre about 2.9 miles.

University District. The Neptune Theatre is 3.7 miles north, across the ship canal. It is a 1,000-seat theatre run by Seattle Theatre Group, which also runs the Moore and the Paramount.

SoDo stadiums. Lumen Field, with the WAMU Theater next door, and T-Mobile Park are both about 4.2 miles away. Allow extra time for game-day traffic, or take Link light rail to Stadium Station, a short walk from both.

Venue guides

Planning a night at a particular venue? Each guide covers the distance from Grappa, parking, timing, bag rules and every upcoming show there.

• The Vera Project1.2 miles by car from Grappa · 3 upcoming shows
• McCaw Hall1.3 miles by car from Grappa · 3 upcoming shows
• Climate Pledge Arena1.3 miles by car from Grappa · 48 upcoming shows
• Nectar Lounge1.5 miles by car from Grappa · 39 upcoming shows
• Hidden Hall1.5 miles by car from Grappa · 3 upcoming shows
• The Crocodile1.9 miles by car from Grappa · 34 upcoming shows
• Fremont Abbey Arts Center2.2 miles by car from Grappa · 2 upcoming shows
• Moore Theatre2.3 miles by car from Grappa · 46 upcoming shows
• The Showbox2.6 miles by car from Grappa · 62 upcoming shows
• Benaroya Hall2.8 miles by car from Grappa · 17 upcoming shows
• El Corazon2.9 miles by car from Grappa · 11 upcoming shows
• Paramount Theatre2.9 miles by car from Grappa · 67 upcoming shows
• The 5th Avenue Theatre2.9 miles by car from Grappa · 41 upcoming shows
• Neptune Theatre3.7 miles by car from Grappa · 63 upcoming shows
• Lumen Field4.2 miles by car from Grappa · 35 upcoming shows
• T-Mobile Park4.2 miles by car from Grappa · 6 upcoming shows

Reserve a table

Book dinner about two hours before showtime, or choose any night that suits you.

Frequently asked questions

Which venues are closest to Grappa?

McCaw Hall and Climate Pledge Arena at Seattle Center are the closest, both about 1.3 miles from Grappa by car. The Crocodile in Belltown is 1.9 miles away, and the Moore Theatre downtown is 2.3 miles away.

What kinds of events are listed on this page?

Concerts, comedy, theatre and other shows at venues near Queen Anne that we have written a dinner guide for. Each show stays on the page until its date has passed.

When should we book dinner before a show?

About two hours before showtime. That leaves time for a relaxed meal, the drive or rideshare, and the security line at the venue door. For shows that start at 6 PM, book around 4 PM.

Can we have dinner at Grappa after a show?

Most evening shows end after Grappa closes, so plan on dinner before the show.

Can Grappa seat a group before a show?

Yes. Book online for smaller parties, or call Grappa at (206) 705-3438 to arrange a larger group.