Our upscale, waterfront tavern pays homage to the city’s pioneer days, providing a place for both travellers and locals to mingle over craft beer and cocktails, fresh-caught seafood and the simple-yet-delicious flavours of the Pacific Northwest. Named for the state bird of Washington, the American Goldfinch, the restaurant is a collaboration between Four Seasons Hotel Seattle and Ethan Stowell Restaurants.
Hours
- Breakfast
- Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am Saturday – Sunday 7:00 am – 9:00 am
- Lunch
- Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Dinner
- Sunday – Wednesday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Thursday – Saturday 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Brunch
- Saturday – Sunday 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
- Happy Hour
- Monday – Friday 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Signature Dishes
Beet & Dungeness Crab SaladWatercress, gribiche sauce, tarragon
Hamachi CrudoPear, chervil, red onion, sea salt, lemon
Half-Shell OystersRed wine mignonette, lemon, peppercorn ice
BURRATAFermented Butternut Squash, Pomegranate Molasses, Roasted Delicata Squash, Aleppo Spiced Walnuts, Baguette
RIGATONIDuck Ragù , House-made Buttermilk Ricotta, Burnt Orange, Oregano
GRILLED OCTOPUSSalt Roasted Marble-potatoes, Grilled Artichokes, Pickled Jimmy Nardello Peppers, Taggiasca Olives, Warm Nduja Vinaigrette
EVENTS
- Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 am – 2:00 pmMenu
Weekend Brunch
Join us for traditional bottomless mimosas and a three-course brunch menu. - June 14Reserve Now
Wine Dinner Series
Get closer to some of the best wines in Washington, Oregon and the world with the Wine Dinner Series. Each evening features the winemaker and chefs at your table for a truly memorable experience, paired with the culinary expertise of Restaurant Chef Jefferey Hunter in an intimate setting of 15 to 20. Join us June 14 with Benanti Winery from Etna DOC, Sicily, Italy, featuring Winemaker Antonio Benanti.
Because our menu has an emphasis on fresh ingredients, sometimes you’ll see something different on the website from what you actually have in the restaurant. We can promise you that whatever you do have, it will be delicious.
Ethan Stowell Executive Chef and Restaurateur of Ethan Stowell Restaurants
Meet The Team
Chef Ethan Stowell
Seattle-native Ethan Stowell is the executive chef and owner of Ethan Stowell Restaurants in Seattle. He was named one of the Best New Chefs in America by Food & Wine in 2008 then chosen as a Best New Chef All-Star in 2013, and he’s been honoured with multiple James Beard Award nominations for “Best Chef Northwest.” His food philosophy revolves around simplicity and excellent local ingredients.
“I love the instant gratification you get from cooking; the intense challenge it provides, and how it has let me develop a deep appreciation for all sorts of ingredients.”
Brian Doherty
Executive ChefBrian Doherty is excited to be back with Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, a journey he began in 1997 in Seattle when he joined the brand’s original location in the Emerald City. Brian has helmed kitchens at some of the leading hotels and resorts in Washington, Hawaii and California. As executive chef, Brian oversees all things culinary at Goldfinch Tavern, seasonal pop-up restaurants at the infinity pool, events and in-room dining. With panoramic views of Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains from the restaurant and event space, he has some of the best views in Seattle.
Danielle Grogan
Pastry ChefDuring Danielle Grogan’s culinary studies, one of the rotation of stations was bread baking and desserts. It was a turning point, as her love and passion for pastry began. From the Bay Area in California to Washington D.C., Danielle has made Seattle home. Danielle’s works of art come to life through creative desserts for Goldfinch Tavern and masterpiece wedding cakes for discerning couples, to holiday dessert buffets and custom-themed welcome amenities. Guests have come to know Grogan’s nostalgic take on favourite desserts, creating new memories with her combinations of flavours and unique presentation.
More Dining Options
![Couple sits poolside at dining table on sunny patio overlooking Elliott Bay and The Seattle Great Wheel]()
DetailsINFINITY pool + bar
There’s no place we’d rather be during the summer than this fun and laid-back poolside bar and grill, feasting on local favourites such as the Goldfinch Burger in between dips in the water.![Aerial view of platter with oysters, lemon wedges, red flower on ice]()
DetailsIn-Room Bistro
Whether you’re time-zone–hopping, feeding a hungry team during an impromptu meeting or looking for quiet, private dining, you can choose from our extensive In-Room menu day or night.
