Canlis tasting menu overview
Situated in the heart of Seattle's East Queen Anne neighborhood, Canlis offers an exceptional dining experience that captures the essence of Pacific Northwest cuisine in a stunning midcentury-modern setting. Their acclaimed tasting menu invites guests to customize a multi-course feast, blending inventive flavors and seasonal ingredients with refined technique.
Starters to awaken your palate
Begin your culinary journey with Canlis’s artfully composed starters. The vibrant asparagus dish features velvety crème fraîche, wild ramps, and umami-rich kombu, offering a fresh and bright opening to the meal.
Mains showcasing the Pacific Northwest's bounty
Canlis’s main courses are a celebration of local ingredients and masterful preparation. Indulge in the delicately cooked halibut served with cultured cream, fresh chive, and earthy rutabaga. For rich, comforting flavors, the pork belly is paired with brassica, ripe pear, and hearty barley, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes.
Seafood lovers will appreciate the king salmon accompanied by a subtle Walla Walla onion consommé, highlighting the pristine freshness of the fish. The American Wagyu entrée offers a tender flank steak with a deeply satisfying jus, ideal for those seeking an indulgent centerpiece. Vegetarians can delight in the smoked bean and shiitake mushroom cabbage dish, a creative and smoky main that exemplifies Canlis’s culinary versatility.
Decadent desserts to conclude your meal
End on a sweet note with Canlis’s exquisite desserts. The Nula Pie combines hazelnut, rich chocolate, and aromatic coffee for a deeply satisfying treat. The citrus parfait surprises with bright calamansi and kumquat tones, balanced by a drizzle of olive oil for a silky finish. The apple cruller entices with notes of brown butter, wholesome oat, and delicate rose, offering a textural delight.
Beverages and specials
Complement your tasting menu with expertly crafted cocktails, fine wines, and a curated selection of coffee, enhancing each course with thoughtful pairings. Canlis also features specials that showcase seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a fresh and dynamic dining experience throughout the year.
- Starters: Asparagus with crème fraîche, ramps, and kombu.
- Mains: Halibut with cultured cream and rutabaga, Pork Belly with brassica and pear, King Salmon with Walla Walla consommé, American Wagyu flank with jus, and Cabbage with smoked bean and shiitake.
- Desserts: Nula Pie with hazelnut, chocolate, and coffee; Citrus Parfait with calamansi, kumquat, and olive oil; Apple Cruller with brown butter, oat, and rose.
- Drinks & Specials: Cocktails, fine wines, and coffee, alongside seasonal specials that highlight the freshest local produce.