A cute little place to hang out with friends. It was the middle of the day so I passed on the wine…read more I ordered the Cajun chicken flatbread. Very reminiscent of California Pizza Kitchen's BBQ chicken pizza but without the BBQ sauce, sweetness, or cilantro. I am a big foodie but I thought this flatbread was average and unmemorable. The service was great though. The waitress was very attentive and checked on us frequently. It would be tough though if the place were full. It's a great place for drinks and cocktails and a place to relax. I'm sure it will be popular. I'm glad I tried it but I'd like to try other places before going back there.

I've been here twice and I'm so happy to have a new fun place with great wine and live music…read more The wine list is FABULOUS. The acoustics are echoey and loud... like tin can loud. I love that they have a tv in a wine bar- that's rare. The staff is beyond LOVELY! Food needs more love and attention - could be more interesting. Simple and boring :( They either need carpets or a better way to make the an acoustics invite in intimate conversation. The live music looked so fun!

Vino Bella is a wonderful place to have a nice evening and a good glass of wine. The music varies…read moreeach night and the space is quite often full. Go and enjoy.

This spot is so cute and one of the best places I've found around Seattle for casual weekend music,…read morebut come early as they fill up fast. They have a band playing almost every Friday and Saturday (probably other days too) with no cover charge, and it's a wine bar with pretty good wines! Food is simple Italian bar food like pizza, salad, etc.

The Black Duck is quickly becoming my favorite restaurant and bar in Issaquah. I can vouch for the…read moremushroom burger and the duck pizza, as well as some of the whiskey cocktails. The burger is thick and really juicy, great bun and aioli. The fries are perfectly crispy. The pizza had a really great, I'm assuming wood-fired, crust. The duck was tender and sweet and there was a lot of arugula. It's a sparser craft pizza, which is just so delicious when you are looking for something a little heavy but not over the top. While they boast about their craft beer offerings, they have a great cocktail list as well, and I love that they have a specific whiskey cocktail section as well, with a few that are less common at some bars. The Brooklyn is probably my favorite, but you can't really go wrong. Also, a fellow patron asked for a Toronto and the bartender was happy to look it up and make it for him. And what about the atmosphere here?! It's so wonderful in summer! With its narrow design giving a sense that an entire wall opens to the outside and the patio that extends beyond, it feels Ike you are vacationing somewhere tropical and beachy. This somehow combines really well with the industrial vibe of the interior. They also have some TV's for sports. The service is very friendly, attentive, interactive, and helpful. One thing that was consistent across my three visits, however, was the feeling that the place is always understaffed, so things tend to move slowly. I'm not sure this is the case, it's just the feel you get when it happens the times you visit. This is a bit of a double-edged sword though, since it's such an easy place to just want to sip and nibble slowly while delving into conversation. So, that's not enough to detract a star for now, and honestly I'm already thinking about when I get to eat here again!

Wonderful experience. Great service and super friendly…read more The food was amazing. Had the fish and chips for the first time. They were Really good! The beer selection and cocktail choice is awesome. Loved the stock manhattan cocktail. My wife enjoyed the Snap Dragon cocktail, nice use of tequila on this drink. Kinda busy for a Friday night, but got a table right away. Nice buzz in the place, mild rumble to the room.

Italian cuisine (Cucina Italiana) is celebrated as the "mother of Western cuisine." Its history is…read morenot merely an evolution of food, but a chronicle of cultural exchange across Mediterranean civilizations. From the humble, communal meals of ancient Rome to the opulent court banquets of the Renaissance, and ultimately to the modern emphasis on raw ingredients and global popularity, Italian cuisine has undergone nearly three thousand years of transformation. The ambiance is absolutely wonderful, and the lighting is super cozy--it's honestly the ultimate date spot. The staff is exceptionally well-trained and always smiling. From greeting and seating us to pouring water and offering menu recommendations, the service was seamlessly executed and truly top-notch. In Italian cuisine, there are two hallmarks of an exceptional Risotto: 1. All'onda: When a spoonful is placed on a plate and gently shaken, the risotto should spread smoothly and fluidly like a wave--neither sticking together like a dense clump of rice nor separating into liquid and grain. 2. Al Dente: The rice grains absorb all the rich flavor of the broth, remaining soft on the outside while retaining a subtle firmness and bite at their core. The salad dressing has a wonderfully balanced flavor, and every dish is served in perfectly portioned, bite-sized pieces. Highly recommended!

This place was ok. Friendly service but the food was not very memorable. Ambiance was cute…read more Parking was easy on a Friday night. We ordered a couple appetizers (mozzarella, calamari, etc). Got pasta, steaks, etc. Don't really remember much unfortunately. Wouldn't come back.

What a great dining experience after a very disappointing experience at another local Mexican…read moreRestaurant. We popped in here late on Mother's Day Eve. Got seated immediately, and greeted very shortly thereafter. Tony / Antonio was not only our server but also our mixologist. The place was buzzing but not out of control, a good mellow vibe of people. We had the Chicken Tacos and the chicken enchiladas (with Beans & Rice). Wow, what great flavor and volume of food. We really enjoyed our meals, and plan to avoid the other place, and spend more time here. Thank you!

I usually just get takeout from here but tonight I dined in with some family…read more The food was fantastic but unfortunately the service was absolutely awful. Our waitress (who did not give her name) was not very friendly or attentive. She even interrupted and skipped my family member as they were beginning to order and asked someone else for their order next. It made no sense and was strange. On top of that she just kind of gave a "I don't want to be here and I'm annoyed" vibe. After we got our bill we noticed that some of the charges were incorrect. A kids meal order was rung up wrong, charging extra money for meat even though it was included, and a kids drink was charged as an adult. We kindly tried to explain that she charged us incorrectly and if she could please fix it. She started explaining that we had ordered the kids burrito not taco, even though we definitely ordered, she definitely inputted, and we were most certainly delivered a kids taco. She then said that we needed to clearly specify that it was a kids lemonade even though it was clearly implied that the lemonade was for a child. I guess that's on us cause we didn't say "kids lemonade"? Like come on... She was not kind or helpful about the issue at all and refused to fix the bill. We left frustrated and discouraged to go back. Be ware of the bad service if you're looking to dine in.

Wife and I dined here for our anniversary (53rd). We truly enjoyed our experience. It is a small…read morevenue, but the food and service are excellent. I had the seafood oriented special of the day and my wife had Fettucini Con Pesto. Wife liked her dish and I thought my "special" was excellent. Waitstaff was attentive, checking on us as needed (not at all intrusive). Luckily, it was a nice day, so we ate in the outside area. So, environment was great too. While we enjoyed the restaurant and the food, we are not particularly keen on Italian. So, we may not return soon, but save the experience for other special occasions.

This place is horrible. Many other much better Italian restaurants in Issaquah…read more I got the hockey puck Chicken Marsala caught in my throat. Illegal aliens working there who have a bad attitude. Pathetic place don't go. Owner is a jerk as well

Not only is the food spectacular, the owner of Montalcino is amazing! Today is National Spumoni Day…read moreand I asked a month ago if he would be able to find spumoni ice cream to offer it as a dessert on Aug 21st. He gave me his cell number, I texted him days before our reservation of 6 to see if he found spumoni to serve and Rick responded "I found someone to make it for me." Is that a thoughtful owner, or what! It was phenomenal!Thank you, Rick, for making us dedicated patrons because of your fantastic food, quality service and caring customer service! I HIGHLY recommend this place! Jennifer

Dined here this last weekend on the recommendation from a friend. I love good Italian food and this…read moreplace lived up to the hype. Located in downtown Issaquah. It was a short drive from Maple Valley. Easy to find parking nearby. We were early for our reservation, but they warmly welcomed us and seated us right away. Very intimate dining room with seating for around 35 people max. Nice red cloth table cloths. Our waiter was Luis. He has been working for this Restaurant for eight years now he shared and did an outstanding job. He recommended antipasti starter platter that was delicious. Are entrées were perfectly prepared. Fresh vegetables, and seafood in both dishes. Our server constantly monitored our table for water, glass refills, and removed any empty plates we had. He suggested several things to cap off the evening and we ended up getting the tiramisu. Absolutely phenomenal. Highly recommend this if you're looking for great authentic Italian cuisine in the Maple Valley/Issaquah area.

Excellent. I rarely give five stars, but they are well deserved. Wonderful, generous paella and my…read morehusband's Halibut was perfect. Fun attentive staff. We dined inside, but the patio is beautiful. Will 100% be back!

Fins Bistro is a great dinner spot when you're heading to the theater. Especially if you want a…read morecocktail because they theme their drinks for each production The servers do a fantastic job and get you out on time for the show. Why not 5 stars? It's loud. And the food isn't always top notch. On my last visit, I had the miso black cod and mom had the ahi tuna. I loved my kimchi rice and her fish. My fish and her rice were a bit lacking in flavor. Dessert was a chocolate lava cake and ice cream... which we both enjoyed.

I visited Agave with a friend for the first time yesterday. We went for an early lunch hoping that…read morethe restaurant would not be too loud given that we both have limited hearing. The staff was very helpful in allowing us to select the table most likely to be quiet. (Unfortunately a nearby table had two preschoolers who were quite loud but that could not have been predicted when we chose our seats.) The decor of the restaurant was charming and the service was perfect -- we were given enough time to peruse the menu and then the waiter came by to answer questions. Throughout the meal the waiter checked on our satisfaction with the food, but was not intrusive. And both of us were pleased with our orders. I chose an enchilada and my friend had a chile relleno. The restaurant was willing to adjust our orders to our tastes. All in all we would definitely return.

Excellent atmosphere and food. The butternut squash and spinach enchiladas were superb!read more

we always a good time here at the H!! we've been regulars here for years. Best dive bar in my…read moreopinion. Loni, Jenna and Kylie are amazing and friendly. Drinks a strong and nice presentation. It's so fun seen the regular patrons that have become friends and love welcoming first timers too. Security on their toes and fun and friendly.

We've been coming to this bar for years-the best dive bar in Issaquah! It's been around for years &…read morehas that awesome nostalgic ambiance. We love the eclectic crowd that all have a great time together! They have pool, darts, pull tabs & touch tunes so you can play your favorite music! The bar tenders have all been here a while & are all wonderful & offer great service. The drinks are cheap & you can order a few food items that are cooked to order in the air fryer. Or you can bring in food to eat from any of the restaurants in the area or just eat some yummy free popcorn! We've had so many Christmas, Birthday & Super Bowl parties here & they even encourage potlucks! Definitely give this place a visit.