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About FareStart Restaurant

FareStart Restaurant is a welcoming Seattle destination where quality food, thoughtful service, and a comfortable atmosphere come together to create a dining experience that feels both effortless and memorable.

Located at 2004 Westlake Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, United States, this well-regarded restaurant has built a strong reputation through consistent hospitality and dependable meals, earning an impressive 4.60 rating from 705 reviews.

Whether guests are stopping in for a peaceful solo meal, meeting friends for a relaxed lunch, or gathering with family or colleagues for dinner, FareStart Restaurant offers a setting that feels inviting from the moment you arrive.

Its casual, cozy, and trendy atmosphere makes it easy to settle in, enjoy the moment, and feel genuinely cared for.

The menu is designed to serve a wide range of tastes and occasions, making the restaurant a dependable choice for both everyday dining and more meaningful celebrations. Guests can enjoy great coffee, great dessert, and an excellent tea selection, along with comforting classics, healthy options, organic dishes, and vegetarian selections.

From a quick coffee break to a full lunch or dinner, every visit is shaped by variety, quality, and attention to detail. FareStart Restaurant also offers takeaway, dine-in, and delivery, giving customers the flexibility to enjoy their meal in the way that best fits their day.

For larger events and special gatherings, the restaurant provides catering, private dining, table service, and a private dining room, making it an appealing option for hosts who want a smooth, polished, and memorable experience.

Beyond the food, FareStart Restaurant stands out for the ease and comfort it brings to every visit. Accessibility is thoughtfully built into the space with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet, helping more guests enjoy a comfortable dining experience.

Convenient features such as free Wi‑Fi, restrooms, and reservation options add to the sense of ease, while lunch and dinner reservations are recommended for those who prefer to plan ahead. Payment is simple and flexible, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted.

For anyone seeking a Seattle restaurant that combines excellent food, flexible service, and genuine care for its guests, FareStart Restaurant is a trusted choice that delivers both comfort and quality. Call +1 206-443-1233 to learn more or plan your visit.

★★★★★ 4.60 rating (705 reviews)
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Crafted with Passion

Every dish tells a story. Explore our carefully curated menu featuring seasonal favorites and signature creations.

Signature Dishes

Our chef's signature creations featuring locally-sourced ingredients and innovative culinary techniques.

Fresh Ingredients

We partner with local farmers and suppliers to bring you the freshest seasonal ingredients every day.

Crafted with Care

Every plate is prepared with attention to detail, combining traditional recipes with modern presentation.

FareStart Restaurant interior
Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Narek Dshkhunyan

Narek Dshkhunyan

6 years ago

Really delicious sandwiches, the spicy Nashville one was a favorite. Probably on the expensive side, but certainly worth contributing to their cause. In a nice area close to all Amazon buildings and beautiful Seattle downtown.

Kim Spilker

Kim Spilker

4 months ago

Breakfast was excellent. Their hash browns are crispy stacked potatoes. Their breakfast sandwich bread was amazing. Everything was made perfectly.

Tom Biro

Tom Biro

3 months ago

Lunch is lovely. Thursday night dining is absolutely a treasure. Great cause, wonderful organization, and a great vibe all around. Get on the list!

Melissa Chu

Melissa Chu

6 years ago

I love the ambiance and decor of this place. The tall ceilings combined with glass windows all around at this corner location opens up the place in a unique yet private way. Just to top that off, the food here is delicious. Every dish I ordered came just right as described. The dishes themselves are very common American dishes, but you can see and taste the detailed work that went into each plate.

Drew

Drew

5 months ago

Where else are you going to get a DELICIOUS burger and fries in Seattle for $15 at lunch time? Not to mention get to enjoy it in a delightful atmosphere. The new remodel is awesome, there’s tons of space, the food comes out fast and hot, and the staff are sweet and accommodating. Best of all? You’re supporting one of the best non-profits in the city. So what are you waiting for? If you work in SLU you owe it to yourself to grab a coffee or lunch here! I was going to take a photo of my burger and fries but I ate it too fast, it was that good!

Erik Hanley

Erik Hanley

5 months ago

What an amazing surprise! I was visiting Seattle as a tourist and randomly selected this place for my breakfast and wow! Great coffee and the breakfast chorizo burrito was amazing. Service was really friendly, they even told us few sentences in french to make us feel welcome. I highly recommend and will surely come again for a meal next time.I come to Seattle.

Garrett Moyer

Garrett Moyer

4 months ago

Wow! My lady and I were pleasantly surprised this morning by finding this wonderfully beautiful restaurant...I didn't expect the type professional gourmet breakfast that was to come...I ordered just a basic 2 egg bacon and hashbrown plate. But that is not what came out... the eggs albeit scramble yet fluffy with fresh chives and wonderful season. The bacon soft and juicy but the hashbrowns...these were not just hashbrowns, these were layered potato sticks(for lack of a better word) that flaked apart delicately with each pucture of the fork and the flavor of coarse, was to die for!!! We can't wait to have dinner in the future at this establishment

Morgan Winkler

Morgan Winkler

a month ago

I love this place. It's great for lunch with some tasty affordable options and the staff are always lovely! Plus you have to love the mission!

Angela M. Roriz

Angela M. Roriz

4 months ago

BEYOND AMAZING! We didn’t know about this GEM in the middle of the city. Service has been outstanding, the food was marvelous, everything we asked for was done in the best way possible. Extremely recommended for its amazing quality in food, excellent prices and service. The place is very clean and beautiful as well, we loved the rustic but modern, clean, calm and spacious aesthetic. It’s gorgeous how the sun comes through the big glass windows and hits every corner just right. Good and relaxed lo-fi chill ambience music in a very comfortable volume, you can enjoy it while working or studying, having brunch alone or in company, doesn’t compete with anything and no awkward silence. We’re very grateful to have come across it on our trip through Seattle, already saved the place to revisit if we’re back in the city and we’re already thinking coming back tomorrow. Do yourself a favor and do not miss FareStart if you’re passing by Seattle🙌🏽

Susan Duffy

Susan Duffy

2 months ago

Loved it. The meal was amazing. The restaurant was warm and inviting with sparkles of candlelight and bright holiday music. Best part was the staff, students and volunteers. Everyone was so attentive, helpful, and kind.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

2004 Westlake Ave, Seattle, WA 98101, United States

Reservations

+1 206-443-1233

Hours

Closed · Sunday Closed
Sunday Closed
Monday 7 am–2 pm
Tuesday 7 am–2 pm
Wednesday 7 am–2 pm
Thursday 7 am–2 pm
Friday 7 am–2 pm
Saturday Closed
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