It’s all in the name. Atoma means invisible, and in the case of this restaurant’s values, it symbolizes the careful attention to every part of the dining experience, done so well it is invisible.

Atoma is a dining experience that feels particularly Seattle. By all measures it is an elevated, contemporary dining experience, the restaurants is owned by chef Johnny Courtney, who spent years at the Seattle fine dining institution Canlis. But the ambience is cozy, casual and homey. A restaurant operating in a century old Craftsman house, complete with a string light adorned patio.

The menu changes seasonally, but always reflects the bountiful ingredients from the Pacific Northwest, as they partner with local farmers, ranchers, fishermen, winemakers and more to supply the inspiration for their culinary creations. From their delicate rosette cookies with farmer’s cheese and onion jam, to shallot tarte tartin with foie gras, rhubarb and sumac, to lion’s mane katsu, to the deceivingly simple crumpets with kefir butter, every dish combines a sense of globally inspired nostalgic comforts with European culinary finesse. On the beverage side, there’s a wine list featuring many local wineries, and a menu of original cocktails and zero proof drinks. And definitely save room for dessert. From seasonal house made gelato (with intriguing flavors like olive bread) to a show stopping baked alaska, the only choice is to order multiple.