This Tom Douglas restaurant inside Hotel Andra garnered the most votes, with readers saying such nice things like, "their donuts and pita with tzatziki spread are delightful," "great concept and service. One of my favorite Tom restaurants," and "Lola, for Tom's Big Breakfast and the great happy hour."

In second place is this lovely Italian nook inside Hotel Vintage Park. Readers love it for not just the solid Italian food, but also the "great wine and a funky wine-themed hotel. What's not to love?" Other votes for Tulio "for being a Seattle institution" and "I always take visitors there for a memorable (and delicious) meal while in town." But mostly readers seem to love Tulio for the "great food, excellent service and it doesn't feel like a hotel restaurant."

Third place goes to this stalwart Mediterranean-inspired restaurant inside the Mayflower Park Hotel. Comments ranged from "a cool historic hotel with great Mediterranean cuisine along with a fab lounge" to "the best Mediterranean spot downtown," "get the paella, the liquid chocolate cake, and you just can't beat the quality of service," and "the staff are friendly, professional and the food is amazing. I've been there many times and never been disappointed." There you have it.

It's mainly the view that lands this spot inside the Edgewater Hotel on the list. But some readers also give a nod to the "consistent quality food," which, according to one industry type, "is really surprisingly good."

The Georgian inside the Fairmont Hotel gets the fifth slot on this list simply because it's "perfect for over-the-top indulgence and special occasions." Also, "one of the few restaurants left where you can always have souffle for dessert." A handful of old school city dwellers evidently still like to have their breakfast here, too.

Passionate pleas for this restaurant inside the Kirkland Heathman: "I'd be hard-pressed to name any other restaurant that does as fantastic a job as Trellis under the leadership of Brian Scheehser," and "Fabulous food using local (sometimes from chef's uber-local farm) products. And reasonably priced."

Seventh place is a tie between the Hunt Club and this spot, tucked next to the Inn at the Market. Is it technically a hotel restaurant? That's up for debate, but regardless, it's a clandestine place worthy of inclusion on this list according to readers like this one who tout it as, "Very unusual for a hotel restaurant. Fist Korean restaurant attached to a hotel in US. I loved their unique food and hidden concept."

The Hunt Club at the Sorrento Hotel still has a classic warm wood-trimmed spot in the heart of several readers, who still talk about the place with a seeming flicker in their eyes. Comments include: "I adore that hotel, and the Hunt Club provides an elegant atmosphere for an evening of fine dining," and "Nice job with the classics and in a very classic setting."