Dinner Before Ensiferum at El Corazon
Planning dinner before Ensiferum at El Corazon? Finnish folk metal band Ensiferum bring their Winter Storm Over North America tour to El Corazon, with Greek power metal band Firewind in support. The night falls on Sunday, September 27, with doors at 7 PM and the show at 7:30 PM. Grappa is 2.9 miles away by car in Queen Anne, about nine minutes without traffic, and a table around 5:30 PM gives you time for an unhurried dinner first.
Plan your night around the show
El Corazon lists this show at 7:30 PM, half an hour after the doors open, which is earlier than some ticket sites show. The show is all ages. El Corazon does not allow backpacks and searches bags at the door, and guests 21 and over can leave and come back with a hand stamp. Before you leave, check the live route from Grappa to El Corazon.
For parking, the box office and every other show on the calendar, see our guide to dinner near El Corazon.
Getting to El Corazon
The drive from Grappa runs down the hill and across Denny Way to Eastlake Avenue East, where Howell Street becomes Eastlake. Parking is on the street, in two pay lots a block northwest of El Corazon or through SpotHero, and a rideshare drop-off is easy on Eastlake.
For parking at the restaurant itself, see our parking and directions page.
Your evening at a glance
- Around 5:30 PM: dinner at Grappa in Queen Anne. Mention your show when you sit down.
- 7 PM: doors open at El Corazon, 109 Eastlake Avenue East.
- First up: Inpathos, then Veriteras, then Firewind.
- 7:30 PM: the show begins, with Ensiferum closing the night.
Plan on dinner before the show rather than after: on Sundays Grappa closes at 9:00 PM.
What to order before the show
Order a few plates to share, then mains that arrive together, and let your server know what time you need to leave.
- To share: Our Hummus with tzatziki and olives, or the Creamy Burrata Pesto with crostini.
- Mains: Lasagna with lamb and beef ragu, Roasted Lemon Chicken or the Seafood Risotto.
- Something sweet: Mama’s Tiramisu, if there is time before the doors.
If anyone at your table eats vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free, the menu marks those dishes, and gluten-free spaghetti can be substituted in the pasta dishes.
The full dinner menu changes with the season, and there are wines by the glass and cocktails to start the night. Choose a table in our candlelit dining room or on our heated four-season patio.
About the show
Ensiferum formed in Helsinki in 1995 and play a mix of folk metal and melodic death metal. Their early albums Ensiferum (2001), Iron (2004) and Victory Songs (2007) came out on Spinefarm, followed by One Man Army (2015), Thalassic (2020) and Winter Storm (2024) on Metal Blade.
Firewind are a power metal band from Thessaloniki, Greece, formed in 1998 by guitarist Gus G; their latest album is Stand United (2024). Veriteras and Inpathos complete the lineup.
Reserve your table before the show
The form below opens on the show date with a suggested table time. Change either one if another time suits your plans better.
Frequently asked questions
What time should we book dinner before Ensiferum at El Corazon?
Doors open at 7 PM and the show starts at 7:30 PM. A table at Grappa around 5:30 PM leaves time for dinner and the drive.
What time does Ensiferum start at El Corazon?
El Corazon lists doors at 7 PM and the show at 7:30 PM, so book dinner around 5:30 PM.
Is Ensiferum at El Corazon all ages?
Yes, the show is all ages. The bar serves guests 21 and over with ID.
How far is Grappa from El Corazon?
Grappa is 2.9 miles from El Corazon by car, about nine minutes without traffic. El Corazon is at 109 Eastlake Avenue East.
Can Grappa seat a group before the show?
Yes. Book online for smaller parties, or call Grappa at (206) 705-3438 to arrange a larger group so everyone is served in time for the show.
