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    Carruthers

    4.0 (270 reviews)
    PriceyNew American
    Closed • 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    CARRUTHERS ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Espresso martini

    Went in for dinner and surprised with their happy hour menu on Wednesday. I had an espresso martini and it was delicious. I also had the shrimp cocktail, which was different than I've experienced being in the south.

    Wagyu burger
    Wayne D.

    Quite nice old fashioned indoor design. Good for a date night Short rib's quite decent amount but a bit dry. Has a nice char flavor. Goes well with the mashed potatoes but wish it has some sauce. Also should've ordered some side veggies. Quite a lot of meat without veggie Orange crème brûlée is a great idea, however, the orange flavor is quite artificial and overly sweet. Could've been an amazing dessert if used real orange zest/puree

    Rye Manhattan
    Martin R.

    Since my last review I've been back here maybe two or three times, and I even understand it got a new owner at some point since then, but Carruthers is just not for me..... Even if the owner is new, I will go as far as suspecting the same Chef is still there because the handwriting on the food never changed: inconsistent as in my first review. Today I had the crab cakes appetizer, which was overseasoned and had no crab taste. The pork shank was better although served only luke warm and a little too dry (more sauce or au just would have been nice). I will still give max points to the bartender; the black Manhattan was as good as the first time. They have some kind of dishwasher in the bar area that makes a diesel engine noise vibrating the ground you sit on.... making the dining experience similar to sitting in the middle of a construction zone. Service started out fine but then faded out a bit; a good thing they don't add an automatic service charge to the check like some places in Seattle.

    Charlize G.

    I have absolutely fallen in love with this gem of a restaurant! We celebrated our anniversary dinner here, and the food was truly amazing. January sounded like a slower season for them, which showed since we were the only diners that evening. Honestly, it made the experience even more special. The waiter, who was also the bartender, was incredible. Unfortunately, we did not catch his name, but he was working on January 10th and did a fantastic job. He was attentive, welcoming, and genuinely great at what he does. On to the food. We started with the fresh baked bread and Brussels sprouts. I never thought Brussels sprouts could steal the show, but these were packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. I ordered the linguine, and my boyfriend had the filet with crab and hollandaise sauce. Both dishes were outstanding and truly next level. The vibe of the restaurant was perfect. Very chic and sophisticated, which felt ideal for celebrating an anniversary. We actually loved that it was quiet because it felt like all the attention was on us. We will definitely be back!

    Non-alcoholic cocktail. This was delicious but I can remember the name of it.
    Michele N.

    Stopped at Curruthers Restaurant mid-week seeking fine dining -- and they delivered. Started with a Black Manhattan (a rare find on most menus) and a tasty non‑alcoholic cocktail. We had crab cakes and two orders of the Northwest halibut (when in Rome) -- the halibut was perfectly cooked, served with creamy mashed potatoes and beautifully seasoned Brussels sprouts. Crab cakes were excellent too. Cocktails, food, and service were all great; the service team seemed a bit understaffed but our waiter/bartender hustled and kept everything on point. Charming antique‑building atmosphere. Highly recommend -- you won't be disappointed.

    Steak Oscar

    We wanted to like Carruthers, but it was just ok especially for the price. The steak Oscar was cooked appropriately, and the potatoes and asparagus were good, but the minuscule amount of crab added nothing, and the steak lacked flavor. The smoked salmon linguine was not what we expected. The salmon had a subtle smoke flavor, and we were surprised by the number of bones. Our server was also ok and the restaurant decor allowed for a comfortable dinner without too much noise.

    Sausage Benedict. Biscuit and gravy side. Side of bacon, and honey maple pancakes with a berry compote!!
    Cj B.

    Wow!!! I've eaten at Carruthers many times. The cocktails are the very definition of craft and the menu is thoughtful . However last night and this morning...they have outdone themselves. My husband and I arrived and sat at the bar as we usually do. The bartender Joey met us with our usual old-fashion cocktail starters. Last night special was a whole lobster which came with asparagus and mashed potatoes. I ordered the lobster and my husband ordered the ribeye from the menu. Per usual the cocktails were amazing but the flavor and the execution on the ribeye was top-tier. The Brussel sprouts which came with the ribeye were stellar. Seasoned to perfection. After dinner we had Cadillac margs for dessert and again, crafted to perfection. This morning, we decided to try brunch out for the first time and holy hell. This place should be much busier than what it is for brunch. It is absolutely fantastic. The honey, maple pancakes and the hollandaise on the Benedict's were absolutely fantastic. It was warm and cozy with a candle burning in the background, which set the mood. Thank you so much for a wonderful dinner experience both times!! Oh I almost forgot, the breakfast potatoes were of a new style for me and they were amazing. I hope they never change the preparation of those.

    Molly C.

    Hubby and I went for one of their special 5 course menu night. Ambiance was great (wonderful historic building), as was the food (beautiful AND delicious) and hospitality (warm, good timing between courses. 5/5

    Osso Buco
    Christine G.

    One of the best meals I've had. Great service. Nice atmosphere. The brussels and drinks are fantastic as well!

    Shrimp were tasty
    susie K.

    I'd like to start by saying that they're trying. Maybe a little too hard. Big sign hanging outside saying under new management or ownership or something like that so I don't know if this all is new or what. The building itself is beautiful. The food and drink just ok. I appreciated the allergy information on the menu - - saves me from having to ask a million questions - - but I feel like they are trying to be fancy. The staff were very nice but a little too much. We had hoped to enjoy a romantic, relaxing anniversary dinner but someone was always coming over to clear dishes - - like while I'm still eating.

    Window table with a beautiful view of the Liberty Theatre!
    Jim P.

    Dining this visit was good but not like more memorable past visits. I have removed stars from my initial review because Carruthers has slipped over the last couple years that we have been dining here. I called 6 weeks ago to make a reservation for our 49th anniversary and when we arrived, there was no record of my reservation. That is the second time we have experienced this oversight since they no longer accept Open Table reservations. I strongly suggest they fix their customer service glitches as it does affect their future business. This was a very slow Thursday night so it was no problem getting seated immediately 6:00PM at a cozy corner window table. Our waiter, Zack was friendly and attentive. We both started with drinks and fresh side salads, My black Manhattan cocktail was perfect and her fluted champagne over the top. I ordered the Cioppino and to be honest, It was filled with seafood but lackluster in taste and have enjoyed better here in the past. One of the shellfish hadn't opened and It wasn't served hot or with the zesty flavor I expect from this traditional dish. The tiny toasted bread pieces which I always have used to sop up the leftover broth, were more like small croutons and not at all suitable to be anything more than a garnish. For dessert, we ordered the decadent chocolate cake with a cream filling, much like memories of childhood Hostess cupcakes that may have been on the shelf for a while. Very dry without ice cream. After this disappointing experience, I am unsure if we will return to Carruthers as there are many other good dining options on the North coast.

    Chowder and crab cakes
    Yen D.

    Chowder was bland for me with a few chunks of crab but had a decent amount of bay shrimp, and clams. My friend loved the chowder though. Crab cakes were small and a bit too salty for me. Strawberry spicy margarita was good. Service was attentive and quick. Felt like I was in an old luxury restaurant so classy but not fully upscale modern like in the bigger cities.

    Smoked salmon eggs Benedict

    Presentation and feel was nice.... Service was good too! Unfortunately, the meal was not done correctly. If you like eggs Benedict, go elsewhere. My friend had the steak and I guess he enjoyed that; however, I had a different experience with their smoked salmon eggs Benedict. Normally I go traditional but that would have been a let down too based on the lack of flavor from the hollandaise sauce and the eggs that were incorrectly cooked..... I've never had a messed up poached egg until today but it was terrible. They nuked the crap out of it.... Tasted like it was cooked in a microwave and the smoked salmon tasted like I was eating wood chips..... it was just an unfortunate meal on my trip out of town. Would I go here again? lol I'd go to where I first started that was packed. There was a reason.... And it's the same reason why this place had plenty of room.... Again, I think they're off to a good start with the service and setting but they need to find someone able to deliver eggs Benedict if they're going to make it a "go to" as it seems to take up 25% of their menu.....

    Chowder stuffed full of crab, clams, not potatoe and filler

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    Amazing food and drinks and a great! We enjoyed a wonderful Happy Hour (3-6pm). Staff were very attentive.

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    Very poor food quality, service quality poor. Overall quality need to improve for me to come back

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