Absolutely delicious. Probably one of the best cocktails I've had in Seattle. All around the cocktails were great. I usually don't even like mezcal but this was eliteeee. The service was amazing, our server walked us through the dishes and helped us choose. The chicken came out looking a little unseasoned but it was the table favorite because it had the most flavor out of everything else. Looks can be deceiving lol. That potato's are amazing and a good side dish! They have a little patio as well with heating! read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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How I heard of this place: Not having realized how long the establishment has been around, some friends suggested we give it a go for our Taste Buds Dinner Club, and we made it happen. Type of cuisine: "We never tire of talking to our guests about how we got our quirky name. Inspired by two British drinking terms, Brimmer & Heeltap seeks to celebrate the moments that exist between the first sip of one's libation and the last drops lingering at the bottom of the glass. Since late 2013 we've delighted in creating an environment that is inviting, lively, and comforting. A sense of playfulness is present in everything we do, from the inventive dishes our culinary team prepares, to the friendly, genuine hospitality we provide. We're a bistro that takes pride in being a neighborhood place - the kind you can escape to at day's end for a delicious meal shared among friends." Ambiance: "Located in the former Le Gourmand space in beautiful Ballard, Brimmer & Heeltap offers an intimate, cozy atmosphere complete with an open kitchen, full bar, and multiple sections to drink and dine in. Our garden patio is one of the best-kept secrets in the city, offering a dreamy place to dine outdoors during Seattle's spring and summer months. We also have a tucked-away back studio that offers the perfect setting for special, private gatherings year-round. Just how many pennies does it take to cover a floor? Just ask Brimmer & Heeltap's proprietress Jen who collected tens of thousands of them from family, friends, and the community to help execute the vision of a cool gathering placed dubbed, naturally, the "Penny Room." This dining room, beloved for both its wall of menus and its shining penny floor, is a favorite place to break bread with loved ones, and plays into the restaurant's blend of nostalgic and contemporary design. The restaurant was designed in collaboration with Sean Sifagaloa of KRFTWRK and local builder Mike Marian, owner of Marian Built. Light, texture, metal, wood, and floral elements are all at play here. This historic building possesses a playful, familiar charm that we wanted to preserve in its latest incarnation." What I ordered: Wishing to sample a little of everything, we were served, family style, two orders of Bread ($9 each) - buttered with salt and pepper; Fritto Misto ($12) - assorted, lightly fried and pickled vegetables with tarragon aioli; Smashed Burrata ($19) - snap peas, preserved lemon, mint, basil, sherry reduction; Carrot & Tahini Dip ($16) - caramelized garlic, feta, pistachio, crudite; two orders of Heirloom Tomatoes ($21 each) - melon, chevre, crispy quino, soft herbs; Crispy Potatoes ($16) - whipped feta, hot honey, mint; Mushroom Agnolotti ($34) - roasted maitakes, chanterelles, whipped ricotta, miso butter, thyme; Roast Chicken ($42) - chickpea, berbere yogurt, marinated cucumber, mint gremolata. To finish off our meals, we shared the Olive Oil Cake ($14) - basil yogurt cremeux, strawberry gel, and the Chocolate Tiramisu ($16) - mascarpone, rum, amaretto, candied hazelnuts. What I loved: Oh man, every dish was delightful. I found something to savor and repeat in each of the dishes we were served. From the sweetness of the heirloom tomatoes, to the creamy burrata, from the crispy potatoes, to the fresh peas and everything in between. Our least favorite, at the table was the mushroom Angnolotti, inconsistent from bite to bite. The presentation of the Carrot & Tahini dip was a bit haphazard compared to the rest of the dishes served, but the flavor was still lovely. Why I loved it: The service was unparalleled, comfortable yet professional and quick to offer recommendations for our larger party. The decorations and quaint spaces truly welcoming, and the food, excellent. Cost: High ($40+ per person) read more

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Absolutely phenomenal all around meal. The Pate was a heaping serving and I can't say I've had one quite like it. I'd be very curious to know what seasonings are involved. The Fritto Misto slapped. Ballard continues to dominate the Seattle food scene. I almost forgot to talk about the Tiramisu. Absolutely out of this world. Socks = knocked. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - Quack quack. - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Brimmer & Heeltap is probably one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle. I've been here a handful of times (for brunch and dinner) and there are some items on the menu that I think about all the time. And every time, there is a dish that blows me away. Recently, I tried the duck with grilled apricot and the crispy potatoes and both were chef's kiss. The menu also changes seasonally which is fun to keep coming back for all seasons. The courtyard/garden is dog friendly which is a plus for all the dog parents out there! This restaurant is lovely...on the higher end without being pretentious and uppity. read more

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The 5% surcharge is a scam -- this should be included in already pricey dishes. Food was average, cocktails were forgettable. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This is such a special place when the weather is nice and you get to dine in the garden. I was visiting Seattle and traveling with my dog so this was a great option to have a nice dinner and having my dog tag along. All the food is plated like a high-end restaurant but the service and environment is more cozy and friendly than stuffy. They also have an oysters happy hour, which is always nice considering how expensive fresh oysters are in Washington (but so tasty when they come from the Puget Sound). Some of the dishes just was a bit off, which is why the 4 stars. For example, the bibb salad with fennel and almonds looked nicely composed but it was overdressed. The tiramisu for dessert also was OK, just not necessarily big on flavor. Still, the fresh oysters were a great start to dinner, and the pasta dish of mushroom agnolotti had a nice mix of texture. Prices are on the high end but I feel that's how it is throughout Seattle. read more

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Perfect for a date night! The atmosphere is just right, the food is top quality, and the drinks are excellent. Highly recommend!

A beautiful space, with an especially nice back garden area. The service was excellent as well. I got disappointed by the salmon because I didn't realize it was served medium rare. I guess that's an upscale thing, but it wasn't for me. I was able to get it sorted with no issues which was really appreciated. Also note that this is a "service charge" restaurant. Despite that, I'd like to come back and try another dinner some time. read more

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I read of Brimmer & Heeltap several times in Seattle Met's top 100 restaurants in the Seattle area. I finally made the effort to go, which is hidden in the Ballard suburbs away from the main stretch. Parking is street only, so plan ahead to circle around and around a bit. The restaurant is a dimly lit with a rustic-dine-at-home vibe. Get out your phone to read the menu. LOL. Our server is expedient; our water was refilled in a timely manner. Their food is new American. They are currently serving dinner only. The prices are on the higher side, but I knew it going it, so it wasn't surprising. The Food: Beef Shank, $38 - 5 Stars Menu: glazed carrot, cippolini onion, mushroom, pastry crust This dish is melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. That beef is genuinely that good. It looks beautiful, too. Halibut, $38 - 5 Stars Menu: eggplant, red pepper, charred onion, smoked jalapeno It is super easy to overcook a halibut. They did not! It was impeccably flaky. It tasted amazing in the sauce. The eggplant is cooked just right in a complimentary flavorful sauce that I can't place the exact flavors. Whatever it is, it's delicious. Duck Breast, $38 - 3 Stars Menu: cranberry, roasted parsnip, cippolini onion, arugula The duck breast arrived undercooked. It was such a rookie mistake that it is disappointing. As soon as I waved a server over and mentioned it, she immediately agreed with my assessment and took it away to recook. After that, the dish is very good. My included photo is the undercooked version. read more

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Amazing food and amazing service! I still get hungry thinking about the food I had a Brimmer & Heeltap. They're also well known for their drinks so definitely try some of their cocktails. The waitress was knowledgeable and gave good suggestions for what to order. Everything was amazing, especially the Butternut Squash Soup and Braided Cabbage (must try's!) and the bread is also so tasty and buttery. It's a great app to get to soak up the remaining sauces left from the dishes. I would skip out on the Onion veggie dip next time as it wasn't anything too special compared to the other menu items. The price point is reasonable but it isn't cheap or a bang-for-your-buck restaurant by any means. Would go again! read more

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A bit expensive, but so worth it! We started with the roasted beets and 1 order of Fritto Misto - it was so delicious we had another order to eat with the hanger steak, which was equally delicious. read more

I swallowing my food after to write this review because I'm just getting hit with incredible taste after taste. I'm thankful for this menu for this restaurant for the chef. They're doing great work definitely will be back again and again and again. The service is amazing. Everybody is so nice. The ambience is cool. They hit the spot. Do yourself a favor and get your ass over here. read more

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Brimmer and Heeltap was such a pleasure to visit! I came here with a reservation for 3 at 7pm on a Saturday. I was able to share all my dishes so I tried a lot! I had the tagliatelle, the cauliflower, the tomato salad, the bread, and the baby gem salad. I would say my favorite was the tagliatelle, because I'm a sucker for pasta. But everything was delicious so it was a very close competition! The bread was my favorite appetizer, as it was crispy on the outside but oozing with butter on the inside. It was great to use to soak up the sauces from the other dishes. Definitely recommend getting it. The tomato salad and baby gem salads were so fresh and light - the perfect salads for summer. Service was great and our waitress was so kind and helpful. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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We decided to celebrate our 27th anniversary at Brimmer & Heeltap and WOW... our expectations were far exceeded. We had an amazing time. The food was VERY GOOD, the service was THE BEST and the ambiance was so cozy and warm. We got the Burrata & Squash Dip, Crispy Potatoes, Baby Beets, Hanger Steak and the Sumac Duck Breast. We loved it all and would order it again in a heartbeat. Our only regret was not trying the bread which we were told was insane - just didn't want to fill up on bread but we should have just gone for it. Our server was genuinely lovely, spent lots of time making sure we were having a great time and ended the evening giving us the sweetest card signed BY THE ENTIRE STAFF. I mean COME ON! This is a very special place. Will be going back soon :) (and for anyone wining about the surcharge - we knew about, it wasn't a surprise and we 110% agree with it!!! Seattle ain't an easy place to have a restaurant and we were very happy to support such a wonderful establishment). read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I love this place! The food, the drinks, the people and the ambience. Haven't been in forever so thanks for the reminder Yelp!! read more

Highly enjoyed the experience and food at Brimmer & Heeltap yesterday. We had the burrata with chorizo, clams, the marinated beets, rye agnolotti with ricotta and butternut squash, and the cavatelli lamb ragu. The butternut squash agnolotti and the lamb ragu cavatelli were absolutely mouth-watering - highly recommend! Everything else was great as well, but the pasta was the star of the show. The staff even wrote a card for our friend who was celebrating her birthday. If you're looking for great service, good food, and good ambiance this is the place. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Loved it even though we were seated in the coffee shop in the back instead of the pretty courtyard :/

Everything about this place is great except parking, because there is none. Otherwise, everything I ordered-from the cocktail, fabulous bread, warm olives, cod and dessert smores-was delectable. I can't say that about very many places. read more

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I keep meaning to write this review! This place is soooo wonderful and a must try. Ambiance is cozy and elevated, service is so kind, and every dish is thoughtful and deliciousness. Come with a group, order the menu, bottles of wine and try everything! If you like Harry's Fine Foods, this is right up the same alley. Oyster happy hour is fun as well! 10/10 and wish I wasn't such a journey from it, but when I do get over there I am sooo glad I did! read more

Ok, first and foremost, I was looking for a great heated patio. I'm still not comfortable eating inside, and boy did this spot do me right! Great setup. Whichever local listing I found Brimmer & Heeltap on was right on the money. The heaters are rippin and the atmosphere doesn't suffer for any of the adjustments they've made to stay safe/seasonably workable. Great staff. They were all in good spirits and added a lot to the evening. We shared a bottle of wine. Ok, their wine som was an absolute delight. She's great. Would hang out with her in the cellar for an extended period of time, drinking. The food was amazing. Usually I snag photos, but it was gone too soon. We had to get the bread and enjoyed the hell out of it. Big toasty slab that was almost more like cake than bread. Perfection to start us off. That came out alongside the scallop carpacio which was also amazing. Everything you'd want in that dish. Fresh, zippy and tangy. We both got the cod, and it was melt in your mouth good, with the richest mashed potatoes and some simple blackened brussels. And for dessert, we had the chocolate panna cota, which was the only thing that felt a little... not so thought out. It was covered in whipped cream ...which was good, but kinda seemed like a coverup? It was great, either way, looks aside. Will be back when I'm looking to be a little spendy :) read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - our wine of the evening. would recommend - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This spot mixes in thoughtful touches and an intimate atmosphere for a classy date night or small group setting. The food and cocktails are prepared from good quality and presented beautifully. It's expensive small plates so perfect for sharing across courses. You can't go wrong with a nice bottle of wine - they have a cellar you can choose from with specials. Pairings are recommended by the staff who are also very kind and attentive. Overall, a very nice spot to take for anniversaries or intimate group outings. (Only took off a star due to price vs food quantity - we ordered multiple in each between three courses, spending $200 but still felt hungry - but if you don't want to leave full, just "enough" feeling, then this is perfect!). read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What an amazing and unexpected treat. The ambiance was perfect for a beautiful evening of culinary delights, perfectly mixed drinks, and foods that were well crafted and presented. The service staff really made the experience too! They were so warm and you could just tell they loved what they do. 5 stars is not nearly enough. More like 5 hearts!!!! read more

My friend celebrated a special birthday in their private event space in the back. It was a great venue for our group of about 16 adults. The hosts of the party had visited on many occasions and selected 13 of their best plates. All I have to say is that every single dish was delicious. The menu was vegetable forward with unique flavors that rocked my palate. I had been here many years ago in their main dining area for brunch. It didn't leave a mark at that point. But after this experience, I will be frequenting here. I'm drooling thinking about their squash, truffle, and brown butter toast. Omg. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

What.A.Weird.Vibe. First - the good. The food was OK, but wowza on the price points. The crudo was fresh and nicely plated ($20), and the halibut was cooked perfectly. I looked at a review from January 2024 and the halibut was priced at $38. It's now $42 (up 10% in a month!), PLUS there is the 5% service charge that goes straight to the restaurant so they can "cover costs". They are upfront about it (on the website and menu) - so we knew going in, but still - it's getting tough out there if you cannot cover your costs with $42 entrees. The $20 appetizer portion of manila clams was a nice size, but the clams were really overcooked and chewy. The "meh": It's a cocktail-forward restaurant with a wine club, so we were pretty surprised at the very short wine by the glass list (only 3 whites and 3 reds!) From a service perspective, one of our party was the designated driver, and even after he told the server, they were still trying to get him to try wine. Come ON! The wine list for bottles is extensive, but again - wowza on the markups. Also - and I think this was due to our table location (see more below)...our drinks came out AFTER the appetizers arrived, which is a pet peeve of mine. The server pushes additional dishes (really leaning hard on ordering more bread - which then was delivered halfway thru the meal). The truly weird: 1) I made a reservation. The reservation service (Resy) AND the restaurant confirmed with me SEVEN TIMES. I realize much of this is just automated, but it was getting annoying. THEN, we show up, and the reservation is different than what we had confirmed SEVEN TIMES - and they made is seem like I had changed it and that THEY were accomodating US. 2) Then they led our party through the fun, front part of the restaurant, thru the back part of the restaurant, and to a separate builidng in the "way back" that was almost silent. We literally could not have been seated farther from the kitchen, bar or anywhere there was anything lively going on. Every party in this room was just staring at each other or murmmering. The server kept asking if we were having fun. No - obviously not, there was not a lot of fun happening in that room. What an awkward question! When we left, we walked thru the restaurant again on the way out, and the front of the house was lively and fun - a totally different scene than the back. We will not be back and would not recommend given our experience. read more

Wonderful meal. Both the black cod and lamb were well presented and assembled with complimentary sides

We came for dinner yet the happy oysters werent that good. The beef tenderloin was a decent portion but the duck breast and black cod was a waste of money. We had to drive to kidds valley cause my husband was super hungry after. I can definitely say they have good bread yet it cost $8 i wish these "fancy" restaurants would make their portions a bit bigger for paying 30-50 dollars for the mains read more

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What a great dining experience, again! I went because I was hungry and hadn't been here for dinner in a long time (I do go to Red Arrow frequently on Sundays). I didn't realize it was Restaurant Week and was pleasantly surprised that more choices were added to the menu. The menu, food and cocktails, are always inventive, flavorful, and satisfying. I was going to go for either the lamb or hanger steak but ended up at the last minute going for the Restaurant Week three-course menu of Dueling Toasts, Ling Cod, and the Hibiscus Pear Sorbet, all with the pairing wines. What a culinary experience! Not only the food terrific, but my server Justine was such a delight. I have never had a bad experience here! Jen and her team made my evening! Highly recommend! read more

I was really excited to finally try this spot and was even more jazzed they have a happy hour. What I found completely unacceptable was the fact that they charge a 30% service fee on the full price menu items, even when you are there for happy hour and order off the happy hour menu. It pretty much negates any benefit to going during happy hour when you could go elsewhere during that early time of the evening and spend much less for comparable product. For any other restaurant that would be enough to knock my review down to 2-stars. Fortunately everything else about the experience was decent and so I will settle on a middle-of-the-road 3-stars rating. Our server was friendly and kept our glasses full, while not being overly invasive. The food was prepared quickly and I was able to get to my 6:15pm appointment after arriving exactly at 5pm for happy hour. The tapioca chips were unique to see in a non-chinese food restaurant but also nothing special and definitely not worth the price tag. Everything else we had was pretty standard - not bad, but not memorable weeks later. I'd return to this place if they bumped their service fee down to a standard 15%, but for now any place that is charging 30% in service fees better be serving something extra special - currently it doesn't seem fitting. read more

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I took my friend out to dinner here last night and we had a lovely time. We sat in the patio, shaded by lush vegetation. We started with their amazing bread, the salmon appetizer, and a plate of tiny root vegetables with crème fraiche. Everything was amazing! The entrees were good but not impressive. We had two pasta dishes, one with lamb. The lamb one was too salty and overall there wasn't anything special about either. Our server could tell we were disappointed and comped us dessert and coffee. The ambience, service, and presentation were all lovely and we left very happy and satisfied. read more

My review is for brunch only. I came back today accidentally with friends because I had forgotten that I came here with other friends a month ago...As I was driving to the restaurant I realized my mistake because I wasn't super excited to come back. The first time I ordered the hot pimento cheese sandwich and my friends got the loco moco, the traditional and the toast with PB&J to share. My sandwich was good but it was too heavy. I could only eat half of it and it made me feel a bit sick afterwards. I'm no stranger to heavy greasy foods since I like diner style breakfast but I couldn't finish this. Both friends did not like the loco moco because this fancy version didn't do much for the taste or the texture. The shared toast was the best thing that time. The second time I ordered the traditional breakfast with pork belly. My friends ordered a garden salad with a side of pork belly, grain bowl, and the hot pimento cheese sandwich. I enjoyed the traditional breakfast much more. The pork belly was the highlight. My friend and I both could have eaten another piece of this! My friend who got the sandwich also failed to finish and the egg yolk leaked off her plate onto the table and our server failed to notice or clean it up. For an automatic 20 percent gratuity, I was disappointed by this. The restaurant is really cute and has lots of natural light. Both times, we were seated in the back but I would not dine here if I had to sit at the front. It's really noisy near the bar. You would struggle to talk to the person across the table. I think I'm good as far as brunch here is concerned. Cute place but I'm not crazy about the food. read more

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Absolutely loved it here. It a great little gem in Ballard. If you haven't come for the brunch then make that priority number one. My favorite was the Bloody Mary. Just what I needed. Service was good and great ambiance. Definitely will be back. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - Bloody Mary - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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3.5 stars rounding to 4 for quality food and friendly service. Small local joint (though no AC) and very very loud! I really wanted to unwind after meetings all day and I couldn't hear my own thoughts. :( 20% auto gratuity for all parties Happy hour menu offers $2 discount generally. Menu items here mostly intended to be shared. The food: - BREAD ($6, ok): I'm a huge sourdough fan and make my own bread each week. Disappointed the butter was overwhelming the taste of the bread here :( and toasting it removed the fun bouncy texture. - SALAD ($13, ok): salad dressing with a kick, and beautiful - ROCKFISH ($16, yum): I normally hate lentils but the fresh was cooked well, and the lentils were a great texture with the fish TLDR: fun place to come for groups, probs not a quiet date though read more

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Overall solid food! But for the price and for the portions... and only solid, nothing to wow about food... it's definitely a 3 star in my books. I was actually still hungry after I had brunch here, and had to grab more food. Very cute ambiance, and atmosphere to come during brunch. Cute nook, and very cozy and more on the intimidate side. I'm not sure I would come back... just because I was still so hungry after. The best dish was the bread on my Scottish egg dish. Everything else was good/mediocre. read more

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A solid option for an easy going brunch. Allowing for reservations helped us get seated pretty quickly. The waitress was incredibly responsive and offered great suggestions. My quinoa and yam burger was tasty, and had delicious caramelized onions. The aioli was also a treat. However, it came on a giant roll which really dilluted things. The crisps on the side were definitely unique, though I'm not wholly convinced they were a good side for the sandwich. My partner's traditional meal had well seasoned and good pork belly. The eggs were as fine as eggs could be. The duck fat potatoes maybe didn't live up to the hype for lack of seasoning. Still, the food came out quickly and the service was great. They added a 20% service charge automatically and deserved every cent. read more

Brimmer & Heeltap - Quinoa yam sandwich - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

It's overpriced. I been here second time and felt disappointed. Pork is dried, and bitter (I think it's due to some charr. Miso cod doesn't has caramelizd skin I am looking for. Cocktails is $20 but taste too watery. I spend $230 for two people and wouldn't recommend to friends. read more

Amazing food but they really need to close that separate back room, at least for dinner service. Was so incredibly awkward, quiet, and service was awful when you're sitting in this room isolated from the entire bar, restaurant, and staff. Actually kind of crazy that they think it's a good idea to seat people back here. For food, the bread, hamachi crudo, beef tenderloin, and duck were fantastic. 5 stars for the food alone. Drinks were pretty good too. Will definitely come back only if sitting in the main restaurant though. read more

Great place for cocktails and wine! Service was good. The wine coordinator was knowledgeable and had a good selection to choose from. I think we drank a bit too much... the food was almost an afterthought. BUT... I remember one tasty bite. I could have eaten the whole piece of toast. Best thing there. Come here for a good times with a few friends and order a couple bottles of wine. Eat the toast. read more

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Came here Sunday morning around 10:30AM with no reservations (even though you can make it on Yelp). Plenty of street parking and was seated pretty quickly at the bar for a party of 2. I ordered the traditional breakfast (eggs, toast, house sausage, potatoes) and a cup of coffee. My friend got the Scotch Egg and a side of Belgian waffles. The food was prepped and cooked to perfection. Not one thing on my plate was bland. I gobbled the whole thing up and it was the perfect portion where I was full and not too full. The service was extremely friendly and attentive. My water and coffee were both refilled often, and it felt as if I was invited over to brunch at my friend's house. I'd highly recommend and would come back. The space is tight so it's difficult to come here without a reservation if you have a large group. read more

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Came here after friends gave it a rave review. Boy, they were right! I always get intimidated ordering wine but the crew was so knowledgeable and helpful and the selection was impressive. Our waitress helped to pick the perfect white to go with our amazing meal. All in all a fantastic first experience and I will definitely return. read more

One of my favorite restaurants, secretly nestled between Ballard, Fremont, and Phinney Ridge. This place consistently exceeds expectations and always has something new to enjoy. Their drinks are unique - a couple of my favorites have been the apple & anise and the Waldorf designs. Their food is always top notch and is one of those places where you know it's going to be good even if you don't like one of the ingredients. Recently I really enjoyed the pork tenderloin with sweet potato purée and pineapple Chile relish. I also loved the winter chop salad with fresh mint and pomegranate molasses dressing. Do not let this place escape your radar. read more

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