I really dig this place - been a handful of times, both the NA and boozy cocktails are well done…read more Bar staff is knowledgable with a very well equipped bar - on a recent visit my wife didn't see anything that caught her mood and they happily made something else for her. Food has always been good, from apps to mains. I don't think I've had a burger here, yet...most recently I had the fried chicken, which had been well marinated and cooked - juicy, flavorful, plentiful. Vibe is always chill, here. Now that the weather's warming up, outdoor seating is available. I usually make a reservation, but my sense is for a couple one could almost always walk in without a rez and get seated quickly. One of my favorite east-side places...if it was a little closer to me I'd be there all the time!

Had a work dinner here a few nights ago and had a good time. The place has all sorts of different…read moreseating whether it's at the bar or a big group. I wasn't feeling like a big entree but I put together a fun little meal out of their falafel bites and tomato soup- both were really good. I appreciated that the service folks made sure I got some extra toasted bread with my soup. A coworker got the buttermilk fried chicken and it was an impressive serving. Also loved the extensive selection of whiskey, cocktails, and non alcoholic cocktails. Non alcoholic options really allow anyone to relax with a drink. But not me I had woodinville rye whiskey because it's a local fav. OH! They sell hotdogs here and that's awesome cause it's hard to find a good hotdog place- and these hotdogs are made of freakin waygu beef.

This is a wonderful, lively spot located right in downtown Kirkland that brings a really fresh,…read moreupscale approach to traditional Thai street food. The food here is really good, packed with flavor, and offers a truly authentic Thai dining experience. Along with the excellent dishes, they also serve up a great selection of unique, well-crafted drinks that pair beautifully with the spice and heat of the menu. The ambiance is fantastic, offering a really nice balance with both a comfortable indoor dining room and a great outdoor seating space for when the weather is nice. To make the experience even better, the service is consistently great I definitely recommend this place! If you are in the area and looking for high-quality, authentic Thai food with a great atmosphere and top-tier service, it is absolutely a must visit in Kirkland.

I love Isarn! They have the best steak salad ever! It is tangy, spicy, full of flavor. It's my…read morefavorite dish at Isarn. I also love their wings (great deal on happy hour), the sausages and phad kee mao noodles. Everything taste fresh and always delicious. Cocktails are great accompanying the Thai food. Isarn is great for all occasions or anyone that's adventurous to try pretty authentic thai food. Parking can be a bit difficult on a busy day but it's worth it. There's a couple of parking garages a block or two away. Wait is always reasonable and food comes out around 20 mins. Service is always warm and nice. They have a small bar on the right side perfect for 2 wanting to get happy hour or the dining room if you're here with family / friends.

I've only recently started spending more time in the Redmond area for work, and Matador has quickly…read morebecome one of my favorite spots to unwind after a long day. Most of the time I'm dining solo, and this place just has a great vibe. The music is always on point, the artwork and decor throughout the restaurant are awesome, and it's one of those places where you can relax, enjoy a good meal, and feel comfortable whether you're by yourself or with a group. Daniel (I believe that was his name) was outstanding. He made sure I was taken care of the entire time, stayed on top of drinks, and checked in just enough without ever being overbearing. Great service like that doesn't go unnoticed. As for the food, I always order the Carne Asada (steak) Burrito and have them add guacamole inside. It's become my go-to and has never disappointed. Great food, great atmosphere, great people. Matador has become a regular stop for me whenever I'm in town, and I look forward to coming back every chance I get.

Had a great experience last time and came back today, and ended up with disappointment…read more - habanero prawn was extremely spicy to the level that it's overpowering and not enjoyable anymore, unlike last time when it tasted like a spicy tomato soup with more balance - Baja taco fish: the fish was extremely overcooked and the crust was no longer crispy. It was served not hot but cold hard and stale - al pastor taco: the pork was hard and chewy, and extremely dried out What a big miss. Why was everything out of balance/dried out/over cooked (which was even visible)? This restaurant lacks consistency and quality check. I gave it five stars the first time, and now giving it one star for the quality of food served today

One of our favorites! Great bar and good food; small-ish menu but you can see how that helps with…read moreconsistency. The tostones are a favorite appetizer as well as the brussel sprouts. We've also enjoyed the risottos, pastas and the sandwiches. We have yet to have anything we didn't like and everything is prepared well. Service is friendly and fast; it's small but has a great over 21 vibe.

We had Brittany as our server and she was so great! It's so nice to go somewhere that has amazing…read morefood and amazing service. Would definitely recommend this cute and fancy spot!

Off days happen, and honestly, if it wasn't for the tremendous save I probably wouldn't even bother…read morewriting a review. My husband and I came in on a Monday, and while it didn't feel busy to us, I noticed the lack of a host and only two servers covering inside and outside. Our server, while kind, patient, and knowledgeable, was definitely juggling and struggling. It was actually the manager who noticed we needed a little more attention and greased the wheels to get our drinks and food out quicker. We loved this extra bit of service from leadership. This place is good, the remodel is beautiful, the food is fun and creative, and the staff (albeit limited) genuinely seems to perform well under pressure. There was a miscommunication with the kitchen and they had an extra side of potatoes, which they gifted to us. Pretty cool.

We randomly decided to stop by for a couple of drinks and decided to order some foods with it…read more Surprisingly; the food was really good. We are used to mediocore foods at places like this; and to find the foods to be so delicious was very pleasant surprise. Service was great; we got seated right away and taken care of. We sat outside since it was a nice day and we had our pup with us. Plenty of seating inside and outside. And its right by the lake; (sunset was on point when we went) What we got: Fried kalamari (4.5/5) *not pictured Very creative! Its more of a fried calamari salad; served in a chinese style to go box; i think we found it cool. The calamari was nicely fried; and the breading has sesame seed powder? I think it was delicious! And pair it with the bitter leaves; and some kind of soy dressing. Fried smashed potato (5/5) Delicious! Love some good smashed and deep fried potatoes; and nicely pair with the morney sauce. 1/2 crab fried (5/5) This is sooooo good. It was nicely fried, plated and taste delicious with the aioli and fried basil and everything else that came with it. We also got a couple drinks that were pretty good (not picture) Lots of option when it comes to the drinks Overall it was a good choice to stop by here. Prices reflect the kind of restaurant it is and what it serves; no surprises there.

Delicious cocktails and desserts. This is the place to go for a special date. I used to go to their…read moreBellevue location and this Kirkland one is charming. The same attentive service and tasteful, elegant decor

A beautiful downtown Kirkland tea shop and the one time I visited, the ice cream and sandwiches…read morewere nice and I would feel comfortable recommending this location if I was able to ever get in again? For a few months it seemed there were signs on the door with different open/close times and the other few times it's been completely booked for reservations. For such a walkable location it's disappointing there aren't more...walk-in options provided by the business. Given the difficulty in getting in, I'd recommend going up the street to Lady Yum where you can always find a table and get a glass of champagne with a macaron for $5!