The Pink Door located in Pike Place Market, Seattle

The Pink Door in Seattle looks like the entry way to a shop, apartment or florist but when you open the door it is much, much more! Located in Post Alley it is a hidden gem. So hidden, you'd be lucky to find it if you didn't know it existed.  Looky here at this photo of the entrance on Post Alley.  Not much in terms of signage or even a way to really see it is a restaurant.  If you were standing looking in the windows, you'd be looking down a the main dining area one floor below.

Word of mouth is about the only way you'll find this place, unless you are totally scoping out Post Alley establishments!!

The drink menu features a wide variety of cocktails, craft beers and wines; many of which are local.  

I started out with an appetizer of Sauteed Calamari - which was composed of spinach, tomatoes, garlic, wine and of course, calamari. This is a nice change from  more commonly seen fried calamari.  The lack of being fried seems to bring out the calamari flavor.

You can't go wrong with either Lucinato Kale or Butler Farm Roasted Beets Salad, both pictured below. The Kale is served with ricotta, Oregon hazelnuts, golden raisins and bread crumbs.  Besides beets, the Butler Farm features arugula, Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts.

Lucinato Kale Salad

Butler Farm Roasted Beets Salad

One thing in particular I appreciate is The Pink Door does is not heavy on sauces and such so the true flavors of the food come out. The seared scallops is one of these entrees - featuring a light orange sauce, sauteed spinach semolina gnocchi.  

Cioppino is a stew of sorts with seafood that can be found in many restaurants in Seattle and I'm sure other areas near the coast.  The Pink Door has a version that is wonderful.  Features prawns, mussels, clams and calamari in a spicy tomato and wine broth.  I happen to enjoy this entree during my recent visit and loved it!!

Overall the ambiance, cuisine, presentation are well worth seeking out The Pink Door during your next visit to Seattle!