Dining with a Team in Seattle Southside

Dining with a large group of people, especially with a team of children fresh from a sporting event, can be tough. You have to juggle dietary restrictions, find space for a party of your size, and make sure the menu appeals to everyone. Add in the difficulties of wrangling a pack of hungry-but-still-hyped-from-the-tournament kids, and you've got a real handful! Thankfully, there are plenty of restaurants in Seattle Southside that are perfect for teams.

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Bowlero South Seattle

Urban-industrial, modern, and sleek, Bowlero South Seattle is the new bowling experience. Bowlero accommodates groups of all sizes and offers private rooms with catered dining options. From small groups of 10+ to over 1,000 people.

Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant

At Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant, a 9-acre amusement center in Tukwila, the team can get out all their excess energy and bond over games, go-karts, miniature golf, and more. Afterward, everyone can fuel up at the restaurant inside, which is made for groups, families, and teams. With a lively, entertaining atmosphere and kid-friendly menu, it's a surefire hit. Stop in for pizza, sandwiches, salads, and more. Don't forget to save room for the Bullwinkle's Sundae Bar! Bullwinkle's takes group reservations and accommodates large groups.

Local Favorites

Duke's Seafood

Duke's Seafood in Tukwila is known for its sustainably sourced seafood, grass-fed beef burgers, locally farmed vegetables, and award-winning clam chowder. Plus, it's great for groups, with three private dining and party spaces available at no added charge (only a food & beverage minimum). Private parties can order from the complete menu, or customize menus with an itemized cost per person. Duke's can also accommodate dietary restrictions with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.

For private dining parties, there are two smaller rooms for groups under 25, and a larger room that fits up to 50 people, (with a 65-inch TV and projector to boot)!

Learn more about private dining options.

Mizuki Buffet

Mizuki Buffet adheres to the highest standard for buffet-style dining, using the freshest and finest ingredients. Sushi is Mizuki's specialty, and they offer lots of it, but you can also find a wide variety of Asian and other dishes. Choices are endless at Mizuki’s, including a chocolate fondue fountain! Teams can enjoy a semi-private dining space.

Sharps Roasthouse

Sharps Roasthouse is locally famous for its perfectly smoked meats and made-from-scratch sourdough pasta. Popular items include cornbread baked from scratch served with maple butter, the applewood smoked BBQ pulled meat salad, the 10-spice red BBQ chicken, and their 15-minute lunch grills. The restaurant, which was beautifully renovated in 2025, has a private dining area that will hold groups of up to 40 guests. It also can accommodate groups of up to 16 in their general dining room with reservations.

Azteca Mexican Restaurant

Family and locally owned and operated since 1974, Azteca Mexican Restaurant is a hit for all ages. Dive into the fresh-fried chips and tomato salsa or their indulgent, award-winning Nachos Azteca to start. The Molcajete is a highlight: a Mexican stew of seafood or chicken or beef strips sauteed in a mildly spicy sauce with cheese and veggies. A private room is available for reservation to hold 20-30 guests. Located on Southcenter Parkway in Tukwila.

Quick & Convenient

Watershed FC inside Starfire Sports

Did your team spend the day at Starfire Sports? You may not want to go very far to refuel afterward - and luckily, you won't have to! At Watershed FC, the restaurant inside the facility, you'll find signature pizzas, pie folds, and salads, along with some of the best craft beer, cider, and wine around!

The Food Court at Westfield Southcenter Mall

Sometimes, finding something everyone will like is just not happening. Why not let your team make their own decisions for food? Westfield Southcenter is the largest indoor shopping center in the entire Pacific Northwest. The food court is so big they can feed around 1,000 people there at once. The casual grab-and-go offerings are ideal for price-conscious teams who want options. Don't miss the iconic burger chain Shake Shack, which has famously good burgers and vegetarian options. Crispy Town is another fast food favorite, serving Filipino comfort food such as pork and lumpia.

Costco Warehouse

Costco may not be the first option you think of for feeding a team, and that's exactly why it's listed here. If you need to feed a team in a hurry, order some team-sized pizzas from Costco in Tukwila. Kids love pizza, and it's a great way to fill up after a long day. This makes for a great fast meal that can be taken anywhere for an easy win.

Tried & True Crowd Pleasers

Red Robin

With Red Robin’s new Gourmet Burger Bar, you can turn any event into a burger building extravaganza. The fun, fire-grilled, hassle-free, traveling burger bar that can be customized to everyone’s tastes. From birthday parties and tailgates, to meetings and luncheons, there’s something about the excitement of creating your own Gourmet Burger that will bring people running to your event. Red Robin does not take group reservations; though, they do offer lots of dining space. Their All-American menu and fun atmosphere is extremely family-friendly, especially their bottomless fries! With two locations in Seattle Southside, one in Des Moines and one in Tukwila, there's plenty of availability.

The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory, located on the south side of Westfield Southcenter Mall, is known for its huge menu and tremendous portions, which are perfect for sharing. This family-friendly classic has more than 200 menu selections, including appetizers, pasta, seafood, steaks, salads, sandwiches, and more. Additionally, you can get specialty dishes like Chicken Madeira, Miso Salmon, Cajun Jambalaya Pasta, and Luau Salad. Don't forget to leave room for one of their 50 legendary cheesecakes. Plus, there's a full bar featuring an extensive menu of handcrafted cocktails so that the adults on your team can unwind. There's also a catering menu, so you can bring The Cheesecake Factory dining experience to your home, office, or special event.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, located at the southeast entrance of Westfield Southcenter Mall, has a spacious dining room, casual atmosphere, and a large menu of both healthy and indulgent options. There's a kids menu with lots of entrees under $10, including create-your-own pasta and chicken tenders. For older kids or adults, the "$13 Pizookie Meal Deals" are also a great value, offering an entree along with a Pizookie®, a large, fresh-baked cookie served hot out of the oven with ice cream and other toppings. Another bonus: BJ's also offers a gluten-sensitive menu.

Bahama Breeze Island Grille

The only location in the Pacific Northwest odf this popular chain, Bahama Breeze is known for fresh, delicious seafood, distinctive chicken dishes and flame-grilled steaks, accompanied by refreshing, handcrafted tropical drinks, all made with the flavorful and colorful ingredients of the islands. Even the restaurant itself makes diners feel like they are in the islands with spacious dining rooms decorated with rich woods and wicker, vibrant fabrics, high ceilings, lush greenery, and fun tropical art. Don't forget about the deck, where the soothing sounds of live island music can be heard nightly! Bahama Breeze also offers five areas for semiprivate seating. The entire facility is available for rental and can accommodate up to 300 seated guests, with an additional area for up to 75 guests in a cocktail setting. Located on the north parking lot of Westfield Southcenter.

Claim Jumper

Why choose Claim Jumper? Hearty steaks and rib-sticking sides are a great way to refuel after a long day of sports. Need to celebrate a victory or console the team after a loss? Treat them to the chocolate "Motherload" cake (pictured here). Private and semi-private dining rooms are available for meetings, showers, parties, rehearsal dinners, and more. Their menu can be customized for any event. The Tukwila location offers dining space accommodating 10-50 people.

Act 3 Catering

You don't always have to go out to have a great team dining and bonding experience. Consider doing a catered meal at your hotel instead! Ask the hotel if there is any meeting space available or dine solo in your rooms. ACT 3 Catering is a popular local option and are willing to work with a variety of budgets. With lots of choices available and seasonal specials, you're sure to find the perfect menu for your team and your budget.

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