My friend and I felt like trying out a new restaurant in downtown Yakima so we went to Crafted and we were definitely impressed at arriving! We had brioche bread as a appetizer and it was so buttery and soft but crunchy on the outside. For entrees I had a type of pasta which was a fancier take on spaghetti! It had lamb, hazelnuts (or macadamias, not too sure) and it was so delicious. It was very nutty which was an interest taste on a spaghetti dish but delicious nonetheless I noticed they had an espresso machine next to the bar so I asked if I could get some coffee. I'm a self proclaimed coffee snob so I had high expectations for my coffee. I knew they used Basalt roasters, a local coffee roaster here in Yakima so I was really excited because I love Basalt! HOWEVER, as I watched them make my drink I saw that they were using pre-grounded coffee beans to make my pour over. They already have a really nice grinder so why use pre grounded coffee? That makes brewed coffee taste bland and stale. The coffee was ok. It has the capability to be better. The coffee didn't taste fresh. It wasn't aromatic like I except good coffee to be. But that's ok. I'm not going to drop a star just for a cup of coffee. I really loved this place! read more

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Everything about our experience at Crafted was wonderful. Just watching all the dishes leave the kitchen was great. We wanted to try literally everything. We had the chef's special, so we got to try so many things. This is the best restaurant in Yakima by far! The staff was great, as well as the ambiance. Keep doing what you're doing, Crafted! read more

I highly recommend you do the Chef's menu. Worth every penny. Each dish is cooked to perfection and paired very well with a diverse wine selection. read more

A terrific chef's menu experience with friends. Delicious food paired with excellent wines. Friendly and knowledgeable service. Fantastic atmosphere and ambiance! read more

If there were 10 stars we would give it. Food, service, staff, decor, every single bit is well thought out and amazing. The best meal we've had in a long while! The drinks were amazing also. The love is in the details! We heard they rotate their menus, so we will be back!!! read more

Good splurge spot. Hubby and I had a 5:30 reservation and were greeted and seated promptly. The ambience is lovely: minimal decor with neutral greys. Our server, Meg, was friendly and attentive and explained the menu and options. Food was solidly above average - we did the CHEF MENU because why not see what surprises the chef might have in store? 1st course: cheese platter with figs (bit odd to have that first - I'm used to that as more of a meal ending): the sourdough bread was lovely, the figs were sweet and ripe and one of the cheeses was lovely, but the cheddar blue was too strong as a starter and didn't sit well in a heretofore empty tum. The presentation was lovely and it was fun to try once, but we wouldn't order it again. But if you love figs and strong cheese - you'll love it. 2nd Course: heirloom melon salad. YUM!!! Really lovely blend of flavors here with the arugula, feta, baby tomatoes and three different melons. Would definitely order this again. Hubby's not huge on salads but liked it as well. 3rd Course: grilled peppers with feta, cilantro, and lime. Meh. It was a big bowl of roasted green peppers - neither of us was thrilled with it. It felt like it should be a tiny side not a Course. We didn't finish it and wouldn't order it again. Least favorite dish of the night. 4th Course: pork belly. DELICIOUS! Tender, flavorful....would highly recommend. 5th Course: skirt steak with vinegar potatoes. The potatoes were perfect: salty but not too salty, tender, and just a little tangy. The steak had great flavor, but the some pieces were too rare for me, I'm a medium rare girl myself so the cool red center put me off. My hubby likes rare meat, but he ended up leaving some on his plate as well. Taste profile was great and we would order it again but with an emphasis on MEDIUM rare. 6th Course: short ribs with polenta and tasty sauce, emphasis on tasty sauce! The polenta was nice and creamy the sauce was delicious and the short ribs were good but just a tad dry. I would do this one again. 7th Course: dessert - a perfect panna cotta with flecks of vanilla bean throughout and a lovely complement of bourbon cherries on top. I'd go back just for this. Creamy, sweet but light, it was a great finish. Overall, a really good experience. Be aware that the dining room gets pretty loud as they fill up so if you're looking for whispering romance go early or request a corner seat in the back. With two non-alcoholic drinks and the chef's menu our bill came to $133 so for us a splurge. If you order off the menu and share you could still have a great meal for a great deal less. Most of the chefs menu was off the regular menu, which was a bit of a bummer because we were hoping for a surprise. However, with all the courses that came with it, it was a great way to see what Crafted can do, and we will be back to try some more dishes soon! read more

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We were in Yakima overnight and were thrilled to find a restaurant as exciting as Crafted. This relatively new restaurant has an interesting and exciting menu. Their concept is a variation on the "small plates to share" idea. Instead of offering only small items to share, all the items are brought out prepared so that they can be shared. For example the pork chop comes out beautifully presented with some greens and accompanying roasted fruit sliced so that it can be shared. After reading the prior reviews and looking over the menu we decided to have the Chef's Choice dinner. Not only was it a bit less expensive than individually ordering the same items off the menu, but it gave us a chance to sample the items that the chef wanted to share that night. I started with a smoked negroni cocktail which came under a glass dome filled with hickory smoke. The smoke added a nice note to the drink. My wife enjoyed the co-pilot cocktail made with cognac, elderflower, orange liqueur, and lemon. She reported that it was a good combination. We started off with oysters with a pleasant mignonette. We had additional courses of green beans, pasta carbonara, salad, weathervane scallops and pork belly (YUM), a pork chop, and a yummy watermelon ice cream with ginger notes and a drizzle of chili oil. Each of the courses was great on its own right. We noted that they made heavy use of local fruits in season as elements in many of the dishes. Roasted, pickled, sauted and other preparations of fruit really added to the experience. We also had a great server who was unfailingly pleasant, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu and the food. Not a cheap meal if you do the whole Chef's Menu, but one could eat for less by eating a la carte. We left full and satisfied, but not over stuffed. If you are in Yakima this is definitely worth a stop. read more

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If you appreciate distinctive and well prepared food and a thoughtful space, you will love this place. The husband and wife duo have nailed the location and experience! The bar area and the dining area are both welcoming, romantic and cozy with great cocktails, wine options and food. All the staff was super friendly with no hint of snob, thank goodness. Yakima is lucky to have this place! read more

This was an amazing find in the Yakima valley. The service was impeccable and the food experience among the best I've had. Everything is served for the table for all to try. It is such a fun way to try different things! Innovative food and cocktail choices. The entire experience was delicious and entertaining. read more

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Amazing food all locally sourced. Pasta made in house. Next time trying the chef's tasting menu. read more

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This restaurant had incredible customer service, delicious food, and great drinks! I'm not one for "fancy dining" but I would recommend this to anyone who asks! read more

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Great food, even better service. Not sure what else you can ask for. We had the Brussel Sprouts, King Salmon and a pasta dish. Then finished up with two deserts. The homemade ice cream was the best. read more

Spent a hundred and left hungry. Had three tacos down the road for under 10 bucks. Quality of the food was good but not worth the price.

Great food, service and environment. You won't be disappointed! It's a little pricey but completely worth it.

Sweet gem inside of little old Yakima. Driven past many of times. Favorite was the tri tip until it came to the s'mores desert. So much class and effort put into every dish and matching service. I truly felt like I had left Yakima and was inside the city. Ended up being an experience. read more

Crafted - Tri tip I felt like this was the first time I had steak - Desserts Near Me - Yakima, Washington

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On the 8th day, God created Crafted! It's unlike any other dining experience you'll ever have: farm to table with local, seasonal ingredients. The menu literally changes from week to week and the dishes are all unique and pair together flavorings that I never would have imagined. Don't get sticker shock...it might seem a little expensive when you look at the menu, but I would gladly pay 2-3 times their asking price for the opportunity to have these types of items. Bar is also top notch with a wide selection and some great local flavors. This is our all-time favorite restaurant anywhere we have been in the WORLD. So quit reading and make your reservation at Crafted so you can taste a slice of heaven right here in little old Yakima! read more

Truly one of the best restaurants I've been to. You can close your eyes and think you stepped into a posh restaurant in Seattle. We've done the chefs tasting menu a couple of times and it's an experience! Oysters with seasonal toppings, hand made pasta dishes, wonderful seafood offerings. I haven't had a bad dish yet. Some things take you out of your comfort zone but that's part of the fun! read more

If you want an amazing experience and are willing to spend some money, go here. The food, atmosphere, and service are top notch. DO NOT BRING YOUR CHILDREN. This menu is geared towards adult palettes. 10/10 would go again. read more

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This place is FANTASTIC. The food is locally sourced and so fresh! Unique combinations in their sauces, and everything we tried was great. From the steak to the scallops (had them twice in two days) the sides were great, too. Broccolini and cauliflower were excellent. One of the favorite parts for us was the overall experience. The way the restaurant is laid out, there are 6 barstools overlooking the chefs, mostly the pastry chefs. Watching them create the desserts was insane. Didn't want to leave. Homemade marshmallows in the shape of a campfire with hard pastry making the "logs", they then put it under a glass cover and pumped smoke into it. SO COOL! Treat for the eyes and the palette. Great wine list, too. I'd highly recommend Crafted as one of the top restaurants in Washington! Hands down. read more

This was our 2nd time coming to Crafted. We first stumbled upon it during a road trip earlier this summer and we specifically booked another trip to the Yakima valley just to have dinner here again. We opted for the chef's menu and it did not disappoint! From the crudo steak tartare to the salmon aguachile, every course was fantastic. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough! read more

100% highly recommended. One of the best restaurants we've has the pleasure of eating at anywhere in the world. Michelin Star quality from the decor to the food to the service. Looking forward to coming back again soon!! read more

Probably the best scallops I've ever had! Next level deliciousness. They were so tender and fresh, borderline life-changing

Tonight we celebrated a friends birthday, the food and drinks were awesome. Service was outstanding! We were able to sit out on the patio and it was great. Highly recommended read more

Food was tasty but way, way over priced! Basically everything was an appetizer meant to be shared. The only thing possibly worth the money was the pork belly for $18. we ordered the pasta for $34 and got 6 raviolis. Don't waste your money!!! read more

BEST RESTAURANT IN YAKIMA and ITS NOT EVEN CLOSE. Perfect place for a nice date night or a big group outing. You will get great service, and even better unique food! You can tell that Dan (the head chef) cares about each and every plate and it shows when the plates come out! Chefs table is always fun if you come with a big party But it's ALOT of food, so I suggest getting a couple plates to share. This place is different than most restaurants in the fact that the menu changes weekly since Dan gets all his ingredients directly from local farmers making it a true farm to table restaurant. Crafted has a hip, Seattle vibe to it And is a one of a kind restaurant in Yakima. It's definitely worth the two hour drive to Yakima from Seattle for this amazing food. read more

Such a special place! Make your reservations in advance! Always something new to try.

So so excellent! A few of my work colleagues advised me to come here. Absolutely no regrets! I came as a table of one and was so happy they squeezed me in with the many reservations they had. Friendly staff and environment starts off on the RIGHT foot! I ordered the salmon bake - I don't like salmon, but it was awesome: not fishy, not over cooked, and paired beautifully with the rice and sauce. I also ordered their zucchini and it was awesome - it wasn't undercooked but it was still firm to where it wasn't mushy. I most definitely recommend coming here and probably making a reservation in advance on to secure your table. read more

Crafted - Desserts Near Me - Yakima, Washington

I stopped by here on the way home on a very long and exhausting road trip. This was my first time visiting yakima and I have to say this restaurant alone encourages me to come back and explore. I ordered a number of small plates to go and they were all decent sized, kind of like tapas. I literally have been craving the crispy rice salad ever since and every other dish we had was amazing as well. Was a little disappointed that they were out of silverware utensils since we were on the road, but that is the most minor of inconveniences. I'm really hoping this business does well during Covid because I want to come back! read more

Absolutely love coming here the menu changes all the time the restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients. Don't even get me started on the drinks! The service is super fast friendly! And atmosphere in there is very clean modern decor. read more

A surprising gem. A little pricey but the unique dishes were worth it. We'll go back on special occasions.

Newish in Yakima and have tried 4 times, each being better than the last. This is a nice change for the area as it is not a duplicate of anyone else or a mediocre steakhouse. Love any place with chef counter so you can watch the action. They have a chance to get another star this week when I return, just need to stop overcooking the fish!! Really nice cocktail and wine list. Will be a regular for me. read more

I ALWAYS have a great experience here. The owner is friendly and accommodating. I would recommend making a reservation, although they have always been gracious enough to set us up somewhere when I've popped in without one. read more

Crafted - Hand pulled mozzarella with peaches - Desserts Near Me - Yakima, Washington

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Service was phenomenal. As we finished an appetizer another would land at our table. Everything was organized. And the food was so flavorful and good. It's one of those places that things sound interesting and you may be unsure about what something would taste like, but likely all of them are amazing. We were full but had curiosities about other menu items. The place is super cute and we loved the patio on a nice day. Enjoy! read more

This was a really neat experience. Food is served tapas style with each plate being designed to share. We had the oysters, carrots, duck with house made pasta, and pork chop. The oysters and carrots were actually my favorite, but they were all delicious. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. They made a mistake on our order, fixed it, and then comped our drinks because of the error. They're really working for the fifth star with that one. I would say if there were any feedback, I would like to see a few more cocktail options. Overall, a very nice experience after a day of wine tasting. read more

Was there over the weekend, very good food. Great for sharing items at the table. Our party of four shared each item, we got four individual dishes to share. The scallops were very good as was the Pork belly. read more

I see why this place has 5 stars across the board. It's a cute little place with a lot of charm. Again i wouldn't expect to find a place like this in Yakima. It's a husband and wife team showcasing local food with some great flavors! Awesome ! read more

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What an amazing experience! We sat at the kitchen counter and had dinner and a show watching artists at work putting together beautiful plates. Small plates to share are the fare and everything is fresh and seasonal. Definitely a special night and we will be back again and again. read more

We went to Crafted for our 35th anniversary and sat on the patio. Had a wonderful fruit salad, with good wine. Then I ordered the puttanesca salmon, wow! Probably the best salmon ever, The puttanesca was delightful with it. My husband had the pork chop, and unfortunately, it was extremely overdone, I tried it and it really was so bad. Not even 2 bites out of it, Told our server who took it back to the kitchen, never to return. Our salad plates were never removed from our 2 top table, despite many servers walking past our table over and over. Our water jug sat empty forever. When asked for more water, a jug was brought, our server didn't refill our waters or take our salad plates away. Our tab was brought to us, with the pork chop til on the tab. Even though our server said he would compensate for it. So I give this a 3 star for the salmon and the salad, but the service was horrible and the pork chop inedible. read more

Beautiful establishment! Amazing food! Amazing drinks! Totally worth the price. Not only is the food and drinks amazing the staff is all so kind and knowledgeable! All around good vibes. If I could afford to eat every meal there I honestly would :) read more

Wonderful food! Wonderful space and wonderful service! I'm hosting a large dinner next week and I know they will excel.