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    Crystal Creek Cafe

    3.9 (614 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    CRYSTAL CREEK CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Almond crunch French toast 5/5
    Ash G.

    So this is probably one of the few places that I come in, ask for coffee and not even have to look at the menu because I know exactly what I'm having every single time (I mean I will take a gander but I know what I like) Almond crunch French toast, half order and Migas full order, hashbrowns and sourdough bread. The food is always great the service is on par (thanx Rebecca) and I'm always 100% satisfied and going home with leftovers.

    Chicken wings
    Robert W.

    Service was okay. Food awful. Burned veggies "purple carrots". should not have a burned flavour meatloaf had so much red sauce it was over powering. Never had meatloaf fried. Never to return after a long hiatus

    Biscuits, eggs and hash the chicken fried steak comes on a separate plate
    Noureena M.

    So Memorial Day I didn't plan to go out but some friends took us out for my wife's birthday which was the day prior. We agreed to try the crystal cafe in Bothell and fingers crossed it's good. We arrived and as expected it was a bit of a wait. While waiting I noticed a lot of people coming out with clear containers of biscuits. I prefer toast but I was intrigued. I ordered the chicken fried steak and two others also tried the steak. Another accompaniment had the chicken fingers and the bleu burger. We tore up everything it was so good except the hash browns could use some seasoning but the biscuits were a total win.

    Hobo Scramble with side of pancakes
    Mark E.

    Quite the busy place on a Sunday morning. We luckily found they had an online sign in sheet so we did that which gave us about 25 minutes to get there. We made it with a few minutes to spare and were seated immediately. Otherwise we heard them telling people it was a 40 minute wait. The waitress we had was super friendly and funny and kept our coffee flowing which was surprising for as busy as they were. Now the food. I ordered the hobo scramble with pancakes and a side of bacon. The scramble was really good except to much sour cream thrown on top (ask for it on the side). The pancakes were nice and fluffy but the bacon, it was excellent. Good thick pieces cooked to the right amount of crispy. Overall I give this 4 stars. Only because it was so crowded and loud, which is not there fault just super busy

    Lance P.

    There food is classic diner fair. The service - once you get in - is good. The problem is they close with no notice and without posting seemingly anywhere. The bar will unexpectedly be closed. The whole restaurant will be suddenly closed early with no info on social media except a sign on the door. This also happens at the partner locations in Sammamish, so this is an organizational problem. I don't mind you deciding to close earlier on a holiday. Or for training. But for the love of hecking heck, would you post on one of your many social media accounts when you close early so we don't speed precious $5.50 gas driving up there? We checked your Facebook before driving up - no notice of closing early. We checked your website - no notice of closing early. I checked both instagram account (don't know which one is real) - no notice. Please use one of your social media accounts to post when you're closing early. That's all

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    We love their breakfast! Always great and very friendly staff. Their design of their cafe is also super cool!

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    My go to breakfast spot. It never disappoints. The California omelet and pumpkin pancakes are the best!

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    2 years ago

    Solid food and service. Many plates offered at a "half" portion. We always enjoy our meals and ambiance.

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    Wow, Catherine was masterful in her service! Ask for her. Food was very filling. Crystal Creek Cafe is a great breakfast spot!

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    The hobo hash was delicious and the portion size was huge. Our waitress, Rebecca, was absolutely lovely too!

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    3 years ago

    Country fried steak, 2 eggs, hash browns - 20$ 5/5 your standard diner food, no complaints! Service was good, easy to grab a work lunch

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    Great little diner style restaurant. Consistently good food with a large menu for everyone!! A go to favorite

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    This is a wonderful place to come to celebrate. It was my friend's birthday and she chose this…read moreplace for brunch. We made a reservation on Resy (which is really great if you have American Express because they have a special dining compensation program through Resy). Brittany was our server, and fantastic. We started with the martini espresso and a cappuccino heavy on the foam. My friend ordered the tender pulled beef short ribs with pan roasted potatoes that came topped with perfectly fried eggs. I ordered the shrimp and grits with eggs over easy. The grits were so creamy and wonderfully hot, temperature hot not spicy, and the shrimp came flavored in a sauce that is hard to describe but very easy to eat. Conversation was possible because it wasn't too loud and the seating was fantastic, not tight or packed together, and there was in fact a really wonderful covered patio space outside complete with attractive center table and decor of lights. For her birthday there was a lemon ricotta cheesecake that was perfectly doused in cherry sauce with optional Graham powder crust circling the moist and light cheesecake. Came with a sparkler which made for the perfect occasion to take a birthday photo. And even complementary many pours of champagne to toast. I don't know if there's a better place to dine in Bothell. Make a reservation and then expect to be impressed by both the food and the service. We were. Thanks Brittany for making the occasion such a memorable one.

    Madison graciously mailed over a gift card for me to come back to their quality of customer service…read moreand food after a not-so-great takeout experience. I made a reservation for patio seating and when we arrived, I walked inside, shared my name and reservation, and was directed to our table by one of the hostesses. We had a party of five + a pup! Everyone ordered the Cottage Burger while I treated myself to the short rib hash to try something different. Service was excellent! Our waitress came over to take our order and when we got our drinks, we were checked once again and was notified our food was coming shortly. Food arrived fresh, hot, and delicious! All in all, giving The Cottage another chance after I've been coming here for years before the takeout experience has reminded me the quality of customer service and food stayed the same pre-Covid and post-Covid. Thank you to Madison and the wonderful staff!

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    Russell's Restaurant

    4.0(604 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Tucked away in a corporate business park, Russell's continues to be one of my favorite neighborhood…read morespots. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, and we were seated right on time for our reservation. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and walked us through the menu before we eagerly started ordering. A few highlights from the meal: * Blackberry Refresher - Really good. It reminded me of an Izze, but with much less sweetness and a more balanced flavor. * Scallops Starter - Perfectly cooked with a great sear. The menu mentioned a seasonal (plum) gastrique, but it was barely noticeable. A little more of that acidity would have taken this dish from great to exceptional. * Tomato Bisque - Smooth, velvety, and packed with fresh tomato flavor. It honestly made me wish I had ordered a grilled cheese to go with it! * Double-Cut Pork Chop - Delicious as always. My only wish is that they would leave the bone in, which would add even more flavor and presentation. * Duck Breast - One of the stars of the evening. Cooked beautifully with crispy skin and served over a generous portion of mushroom risotto. The only thing I'd change is having the sauce underneath or on the side instead of poured over the duck, which would help preserve that wonderful crispy skin. * Chocolate Gateau (Molten Lava Cake) - A perfect way to finish the meal. Served hot with a delicious blackberry sauce that complemented the rich chocolate really well. And I can't forget the complimentary focaccia bread. Fresh, fluffy, and topped with the perfect crust, it was absolutely addictive. Overall, Russell's never disappoints. Great food, attentive service, and a consistently enjoyable dining experience. If you're in the Bothell area, this is a must-visit spot. Highly recommended!

    I had been waiting for the proper excuse to travel north to have dinner north to have dinner at…read moreRussell's Restaurant. Finally got it last week. At today's restaurant prices when you splurge on a nice dinner you really want it to be an experience. Russell's delivered in every respect. Although it is located adjacent to a business park you feel like you're in a small town rural setting. Our server was wonderful. He was equal parts host, advisor, comedian, and server. His skill added to the experience, without being intrusive. Cocktails were delightful. One Laphroaig with a big cube, one Huckleberry cosmo. Dinner was a split beet salad, one ribeye done medium rare, and one rack of lamb also done medium rare. Both were perfect, the salad was the great starter. For a complete dinner experience Russell's is a fantastic option.

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    The Bine Beer & Food - Pho'rench Dip (Braised Beef, Pickled Jalapeno, Red Onion, Cilantro, Basil Puree, Hoisin Aioli, Pho Broth, Macrina Bui Bun). DELICIOUS!

    The Bine Beer & Food

    4.6(478 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    The Bine is one of our favorite restaurants! Service is always top-notch and the staff is very…read morefriendly. Their tap list rotates frequently, but they have a large selection which means there's usually something for everyone. My one wish is that you could sample before committing. My go-to order is a bacon grilled cheese, but I remove the smoky aioli & ask for a side of serrano pepper jelly to dip it in instead. But everything on their menu is good, including their specials which change maybe every few months or so. Most recently we came in last night around ~7:20p w/ a group of 9 & were quickly seated at the big picnic table. Despite closing at 9p, the server let us order a monster cookie right as the kitchen was closing & let us stay a bit longer to finish our drinks/meals while they were closing up, letting us know we didn't need to rush. It was appreciated & even with a big group toward end of the evening, drinks & food all came out fast.

    This was an awesome meal! We grabbed a seat at the bar and got some drinks. I tried the…read moreSuperstition Cider, that is hands down the best cider I have ever tried. The food came out next. The Ellsworth fried cheese curds are my favorite. The batter was nice and light and the sauces added to the experience. The smash burgers were awesome. Cooked well, seasoned to perfection, and still juicy. The cheese was melted properly and the bun was fresh! I am looking forward to my next visit already!!! Good service, great food!

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