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.

Isarn Thai Soul Kitchen is one of my FAVORITE Thai restaurants on the Eastside. They have a second…read morelocation in Seattle too. My favorite dishes are the PHAD SEE EIW with chicken ($16.25) and the THAI GRILLED BEEF SALAD (cooked medium) ($20.50). The PHAD SEE EIW has the perfect sauce balance of sweet and savory flavors and comes with broccoli and carrot. The noodles are super long and wide so you know they are fresh and not from the box. The THAI GRILLED BEEF SALAD definitely has a kick to it. This dish comes with raw cucumbers, carrots, onions, and basil and is served in a tangy and umami fish sauce vinegar mix. The beef is extremely tasty, tender, and well-marinated. This past visit, my friends and I also tried two new dishes that I've never had at Isarn before- their CHIANG MAI NOODLES (aka Khao Soi) ($17.25) and the MINCED LAMB WITH THAI BASIL ($16.50). The CHIANG MAI NOODLES were beautifully presented with a nest of crunchy egg noodles on top of a creamy yellow curry with soft egg noodles underneath. It was served with pickled mustard cabbage and onions for extra punch of flavor. The MINCED LAMB WITH THAI BASIL reminded me of Vietnamese larb. However, this dish was more savory and less tangy than larb and the basil really shined through. It is quite oily though so make sure to enjoy it with a side of JASMINE RICE ($2.75). Portions are generous for all dishes and I always leave with leftovers. The atmosphere is modern, clean, and trendy. It's a great place for catching up with friends and not too loud. I will say the restaurant is a bit on the darker side, but that's just how they set the ambiance. Service was good and we got our food promptly within 15-20 minutes after ordering. It took a bit of time to waive the waiter down for to-go boxes, but they were attentive otherwise. Note that Isarn doesn't take reservations and it's street parking only. However, they have a waiting list kiosk inside the restaurant and so if they're busy, you can sign up for notifications and walk around the downtown Kirkland shops while you're waiting. Overall: 5/5 for food, 4/5 for service, 5/5 for atmosphere

Isarn Thai serves up a totally unique menu of Thai food and this location in Kirkland does get…read moreextremely busy. Went on a Friday night with a group of 5 and waited about an hour before getting seated. Unfortunately, you can't join the waitlist ahead of time and when your table is ready, you gotta be RIGHT THERE as we literally walked in 30 seconds after they called us and didn't leave a message, but the staff informed us that they had given our table away. Luckily, we just got the next one available, but felt like a needlessly stressful experience. Jumbo Firecracker Prawns (4.25/5): Spring rolls and shrimp had a baby. Crunchy outside with tender shrimp and sweet chili sauce - a perfect appetizer to share. Isarn Fried Rice (4.25/5): A fried rice unlike any other. Was my personal favorite dish of the night. The rice kernels were separated into individual grains and coated in grease in the best way possible. I'm a kale hater, but the combination with salted eggs and the purposefully chewy fried steak pieces was just super delicious! Northern Style Sweet Curry (3.75/5): The curry itself is fantastic: super balanced between savory, fragrant, and sweet. The steak chunks unfortunately were just a bit overcooked and chewy. Durian Sticky Rice (4.25/5): Sticky rice has a super satisfying chew and I appreciated that the sauce wasn't overly sweet. Durian itself was sweet and creamy with just a touch funk. If you've never had durian before, this is a fantastic intro.

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.

Favorite Mexican food date night place! They can be pricey but the entrees are super big and great…read morefor sharing with a few apps. Personally, I come here more for the happy hour deals. Get the nachos, it's great as a full meal for 2! Service has always been great, and overall love the vibes!

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.

I'm a huge sucker for afternoon tea, so I had to come here. It's definitely on the fancier side…read more(though i do find it strange how it's inside a garage lol), and the vibes are fancy. You get little sugar cubes, strainers for your tea, and excellent service. Every bite is delicious whether it's sugar or savory. So many delicious teas to choose from and I remember each person getting their own pot. I tried multiple amazing teas! You also get plenty of desserts and savory options and they were all delightful!

Lovely spot for afternoon tea. We had a large party with several children and everything worked out…read morepretty well. The picky eaters in the group had enough to nosh on and I ate the entire tower. I feel they could easily expand their tea selection compared to a few other tea shops I've visited. It's a local place for us. That affords extra marks from me. I hope they do well and I'll be back with the kids in some time. It was slow to get started to make sure your family isn't in hangry mode when you first show up.