My fiancé and I had an incredible lunch here! We needed a quick bite to eat on our road trip and…read morestopped at Vinbero. I'm a huge wine person, but wasn't in a wine mood, so didn't get any, however, they had a lot of incredible wines to pick from. Our server was super sweet and attentive. We shared the mushroom melt and green salad. Both were so delicious. The salad was filled with tasty and fresh goodies. The sauce was really yummy. I love that our sandwich came with brown butter popcorn. The space is really cozy. They have shelves of wine, bar seating, and normal tables around. There isn't a bathroom in the space, but they have a key for a bathroom within stores it's attached to. There was street parking out front. I recommend checking this spot out for food and wine.

Vinbero is by rights a wine bar...where they take food and snacks very seriously. I'm not a big…read morewine person, but they look to have a good selection. I'm here to review the food, which is great and unlike other menus in the neighborhood. Here, you will find "bar food" elevated so high it could hold its own among fine dining. My mom and shared a few plates: the Vinbero club, the spring pea risotto, and the kale Caesar salad. Everything was delicious. The club is packed with thinly sliced chicken breast, crunchy bacon, and fresh tomatoes, greens, and avocado. The contrast between the bite from the aioli on the inside of the sandwich and the sweet tartness of the balsamic drizzle on the outside was fun and unexpected. The kale caesar was very fresh with a great dressing. But for me the star was hands down the pea risotto. Perfectly creamy, vibrant green, and packed with fresh spring flavor. It appears they change up their risotto offering every so often, and it's gone now, but I will dream of that one until it appears again. Our server (maybe the owner?) thoughtfully split our sandwich onto two plates (hence why the photo only shows one half) and added the side of popcorn to both plates. A nice touch. The inside is a little small and dark though well-appointed. Their mini patio outside is crowded and uncomfortable. But they're doing their best with what the space they have. And truly the food is a standout in the area.

Smoked Chicken Dinner…read more This was given to us on top of our order for a promo. It taste great very tender and fell right off the bone! the rice is very tasty as well and the side of sauce just adds to the greatness of this dish. Would definitely recommend trying!

Excellent falafel wrap! Flavorful falafel balls and fluffy chewy pita. Lentil soup is also…read moreexcellent. Puree of yellow lentils, spices, and lemon. mmmm

This was my first time at this restaurant and I had an outstanding experience. Our waiter was…read moreexcellent, the ambiance was electric, wine was well chosen, and the food was Michelin quality. I had the Osso Buco; the meat fell off the bone and melted in my mouth. This is now my new favorite place in Edmonds. I highly recommend this restaurant. You will not be disappointed.

My husband and I tried Fire & the Feast for a date night for the first time, and unfortunately, I…read moredon't think we'll be back. The food was fine, but the overall experience was disappointing. The restaurant was extremely loud and felt very chaotic. Given the menu prices, we didn't expect to be seated so tightly between other groups that it felt like we were practically dining on top of each other. We could barely hear each other throughout the meal because another table was just inches away, and servers had to squeeze between the tables to take orders. When we were seated, I asked if we could move to an empty table nearby. The hostess explained that they typically don't seat two people at a four-top, which would have been understandable, except that one of the tables right next to us remained occupied by only two people for our entire meal. I wasn't looking for a special table--just a little more space to enjoy a conversation with my husband. We also had a reservation, so I expected the seating experience to be a bit more thoughtful. The food was perfectly fine, but the atmosphere and seating arrangement made it difficult to enjoy our date night. Overall, it felt like an overpromise-and-underdeliver experience, especially for the price point.

I love coming here with my mom before work it's a great spot to grab a quick coffee before work or…read morejust sit down and chat over some light breakfast! They have a great selection of bites and yummy flavors for coffee! The employees always make sure to make every single costumer feel welcome right when you walk through their door I really appreciate Katherine because she always takes the time to make sure that we are happy and satisfied with everything! I will forever keep coming back to this place

Jaiiya Cafe in Edmonds has such a welcoming atmosphere, and the decor makes the space feel cozy,…read morestylish, and relaxing. The attention to detail in the decorations creates a great vibe that's perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet break. I ordered the Peanut Butter Açaí Bowl, and it was absolutely delicious with fresh ingredients and a rich, creamy peanut butter flavor. It was filling without feeling too heavy, and every bite tasted fresh. The staff was friendly, and the overall experience made me want to stay longer. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend Jaiiya Cafe to anyone looking for great food and a beautiful place to unwind.

I visited Ono Poke on a Saturday afternoon to pick up my preorder for Butter Bandit and decided I…read moremight as well also get a bowl of poke. This was at 12:30PM and there was a long line out the door and around the corner, taking almost 30 minutes. I had previously visited on a rainy winter weekday for lunch and there wasn't a line at all. What a difference the day and weather can make! While in line we could see the chefs cutting up ahi fresh right in front. The longer line gave me time to chat with the owner as he was trimming off the skin and other bits. I learned that tuna skin is much tougher than salmon skin so can't be eaten like salmon skin chips. He also said that the trimmed parts can be taken for free if anyone wants them. Apparently they make good crab bait! Medium w/ Rice, Traditional Limu Ahi, Hamachi, Mac Salad ($21.50) - I love the Hamachi poke mix. It's fresh, tender, and buttery fish tossed in a creamy and slightly spicy sauce, filled with little briny pearls and plenty of aromatics giving a super umami bite. The Limu Ahi is very fresh as well - I mean, it's sliced right in front, and there's so much turnover of the food that's it's pretty much guaranteed fresh. The tuna is fresh and tender, but there's noticeably more sinew compared to the hamachi. The Mac Salad is also really good. It's super creamy and the macaroni isn't overcooked so it still has some bite. The rice is unfortunately the weakest item in the bowl. It's a little too dry for my tastes and is only lightly tossed with rice vinegar, giving a tangy flavor. Overall all the poke is fresh, the flavors all meld together into a delightful balanced bite, and the sauces are not overwhelming. Ono Poke definitely serves some great poke! Bathrooms - One unisex room the back that requires a key from the staff Note: Ono Poke charges a 50 cent fee for credit cards. They also offer a 3% discount for cash

Start off by saying their poke is really fresh. I ordered a regular with Scallops and Albacore…read morewith seaweed as side. The sweet taste of the seaweed balanced out the spicy of the Albacore. You get a lot of rice with decent amount of poke. You should be full at the end of the meal. I could not finish all my rice. I don't think getting a large worth the extra $$ as not much extra poke unless you want more rice. Price is a bit high in my opinion given amount of poke one gets but poke is fresh. Also no toppings like other poke places. I also got a Ahi Tuna Poke BOM and it was too much. That would be a good meal by itself. Once again, not much Poke but a good amount of rice wrapped in a sweat tofu skin.

We had a great experience. Our waiter was friendly, prompt, and accommodating…read more Inside was simple, clean, and had a cozy Ski Lodge feeling. Large wood boothes, with pillows throughout. A lot of natural light made it feel inviting and open. We enjoyed our food and drinks. I enjoy a spicy drink and got the Spicy Strawberry Margarita. It tasted fresh with the Serrano pepper taste, but not very spicy in my opinion. Avocado Fries, were filling. There is dairy in the batter and I could not personally try, but the hubby liked them. Naked Wings, tender with a crisp skin. We got the sauce on the side. Our friends ordered a burger and the Flat Iron Steak and both enjoyed their meal. The Steak came with bacon wrapped asparagus that was delicious. The bacon was crisp and cooked throughout and the steak had great flavor.

Came in Sunday around 6pm to a nearly empty dining room…read more The $29 steak salad arrived half medium, half raw (asked for medium-rare), with a pale colorless sear and a marinade so absent I had to salt every bite. The salad base and dressing were genuinely good, which made the steak more frustrating. The chicken pot pie soup special sounded exciting. It was just a thin runny cream soup, barely-there chicken, no puff pastry in sight. More disappointment per dollar. My boyfriend ordered the steak taco. Steak was just as flavorless and under-seasoned. The tortillas unpleasantly thick. Do not recommend and will not return unfortunately.

Blackbird is a Richmond Beach - North Seattle hidden gem to have such amazing farm to table food,…read moresauces, fresh caught seafood, amazing tacos and burgers and lemon chicken. All with a family friendly atmosphere, killer bartenders and a staff that treats you like your favorite neighbor. You have to grab your own water and silverware, but it pays off in reasonable prices and top quality. Can't say enough about this place.

A popular local neighborhood cafe & bar with a casual bistro feel in Shoreline, Washington; about…read more30 minutes from downtown Seattle. No wait for a table. They have indoor and outdoor patio seating. Full bar and cute decor. Friendly staff. You order at the counter. You'll definitely get tempted with the pastries there. I got a banana bread slice to bring on the airplane, which was We ordered a Mexican coffee and Hazelnut latte. Both coffees could have had more flavor. For breakfast, we ordered the Chorizo Scramble and French Toast. The French Toast was topped with spiced peaches and a side of whipped cream. It also came with crispy bacon. Visually pleasing and I couldn't wait to dig in. Very delicious with the maple syrup. It wasn't overly sweet which is a plus for me. The Chorizo Scramble has roasted Poblano, Jack Cheese, Chorizo, scrambled eggs, side of potatoes & flour tortillas. Very tasty. The potatoes were so good!

Rusty Pelican is one of our Edmonds staples! Breakfast or brunch, guaranteed to be easy,…read moreconvenient, and delicious. Street parking only, but if you're open to a walk, downtown Edmonds tends to have ample parking around the area. When busy, they do provide a buzzer that has a short range, but opens up the opportunity of walking around slightly. Items can be a bit pricey, but they're also very filling. Large space, lots of chatter, and friendly service. Number Three Combo Club - we wanted waffles this time but also bacon and sausage. This was the variety pack we desired, though wish it came with both sausage and bacon! Opted for the bacon and it was thick, fatty, and delicious. One waffle cut into the four quadrants, ready to soak up syrup. Simple, but a classic. Chunky Monkey Pancakes - goofy perhaps, but another timeless classic combo of chocolate and bananas. Three chocolate chip pancakes, fluffy and ready to absorb the Nutella drizzle. Could have a few more chocolate chips embedded for a more balanced spread, but the chocolate drizzle helps spread flavor. Bananas for the healthy balance of course.

Hot Dogs in Cars, and Managers Named "Robert" : A Hate Story…read more I have been a regular patron of The Rusty Pelican since I moved to Washington, just shy of 5 years ago. I take visiting loved ones and friends here, and I constantly extol the service and food to anyone who needs a recommendation for a breakfast spot in Edmonds. NEVER. EVER. AGAIN. The manager, Robert, showed sickening behavior. My partner and I were having breakfast out in front, when we noticed that a fellow patron had left their dog in the car on the sidewalk in front of our table. It was 60 degrees out, and completely sunny. The windows were barely cracked, and the dog was panting and straining its neck towards the venting of the window. We called our waiter over, who was incredibly sympathetic and horrified. He went inside to find the customer. We waited a few minutes longer, and then asked a second server to follow up (they were equally horrified and sympathetic). The second server also did not return. My partner went inside to seek help. It was at this point that they encountered Robert. My partner came out a few minutes later and explained what was happening: he had been in the process of denigrating the employees feelings about the matter, telling them to stop bothering customers and (essentially) quit acting like babies. "This isn't Arizona!" he exclaimed. When my partner asked to speak with him and tell him the situation, he was horrendously rude and confrontational, escalating each polite rebuttal with an agitating escalation of rudeness and denigration. My partner calmly explained that in these conditions, a car's interior temperature can rise to above 80 degrees in well under 30 minutes, not including stifling humidity. These conditions can cause an animal to pass out and die within a similar timeframe. At this point, it had been well over 30 minutes since the patron had parked. During all of this, he refused to even address my partner or look them in the eyes. It was absolutely unacceptable, and ultimately embarrassing for a grown man in a PAID CUSTOMER SERVICE ORIENTED POSITION to treat anyone like that. To be clear: the entire staff were incredible. They came out to check on the dog a few times, and tried their best to confront the owner of the dog, but a certain manager was preventing them. They also apologized profusely, and showed a grace that is exemplary and frequently unseen in today's world. We learned several good lessons today: 1. We should have just called animal control right off the bat. The owner isn't going to learn their lesson without legal intervention, or lethal endings. Thankfully they left after about 40 minutes, and the dog seemed to be conscious. 2. I am never going to eat here again, as long as Robert is employed. He should be left in a hot car out front to teach him some perspective. I wouldn't call animal control for him though. 3. I am going to spend the rest of my days around Edmonds telling anyone who will listen this story. To Robert, if you read this: I hope nothing but bad things happen to you forever, and your behavior is inexcusable. You do not deserve to be employed. To anyone above Robert in a position of management or ownership: fire him. Quickly, and unceremoniously. Do it in front of the kind employees, as a treat. They had a familiar air of exasperation with Robert's behavior, telling me this is normal. And under no circumstances should it ever be. Shame on you Robert.