I love coming here. I really appreciate the informality but also the quality of food and drink. The folks behind the counter are happy to help and give rec's. The drink menu is constantly changing and I appreciate that I can have a Basque cider one month and some great seasonal Italian wine the next. While the portions are not huge, the pastas are great. They're al dente with some amazing sauces to work with (bolognese and carbonara to name a few). The apps have always been top notch and these seem to always be changing as well. Last time I was here we had some phenomenal duck liver mousse with caramelized onion. Great place to have drinks and dinner with friends. Great place to pop in for a quick snack. Great for a lot of reasons and I hope it sticks around! read more

Nice vibe, the food tasted decent but was overall too sweet for me. I ordered the fried cauliflower, jerked jackfruit panini and the burnt sugar-banana and rum. I might have ordered an overly sweet combination and I could not finish my food. I will go back and give it another shot. read more

French fries with the yummy dipping sauce: amazing. Arancini- flavorless and the tomato sauce tasted pretty bitter. My cocktail: weird. I ordered something with blueberries and gin (maybe my first mistake? But it was way too sweet and I was told it was served in a not normal glass (not sure why?). Customer service: awesome. read more

Delightful! I thought it would be a sit down with full service although you order at the front and they bring your food to the table. I ordered the beef cheek panini and it was delicious! The beef was super tender and JUICY. Warning: this sandwich is a mess but so worth it. The panini is on a delicious large ciabatta roll, slightly too much bread to meat ratio but the ciabatta is good so didn't bother me much. It was complimented with pickled onions, a little horseradish (even if you're sensitive to spice it's not bad), and arugula. I got both the panini and a glass of Pinot Grigio for $20. I'd definitely recommend this place. read more

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Great food. Great people. They have Malort! Check out what you get on Thursdays (sometimes it's free paella or ceviche with a purchase of a drink). Do you love biodynamic, low intervention and well priced wine? Well the have that too. Salads are huge and very easy to share. We will be coming back for sure. read more

Customer service was beyond friendly and helpful. Everything was delicious! I will definitely be back. I have never tasted anything like the elderberry tea. The homemade gnocchi was fantastic and the panna cotta was such a treat. read more

Stopped in for a drink and a snack. Got the body phosphates which were nice. Love the fresh flavors soda they have. Got the spices pear and burnt banana. The spiced pear tasted a bit licorice like because the pear was overwhelmed. The banana was super strong but regardless both were good. Got the oxtail poutine to share. Does could be better, the gravy and oxtail were good with the pickled onions. Nice flavor balance but not your average poutine. read more

Nice casual place tapas style, not a full service restaurant but food and wine were good. read more

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You won't find anything else like it in Seattle. This gem is a family owned and operated business that offers delicious Italian wine and tapas without making you go broke. It's a perfect first date spot because it's cute and casual. Plus, I know this because I like to drink wine and eves drop, whilst watching awkward people have conversations for fun. They always have art on display from local Seattle peeps, and free paella on Thursday's!? Not to mention Happy Hour from 3-7! Where the hell else are you going to find that in this stupid expensive town? read more

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Small Plates, Salads and a Good Wine and Beer Selection. All the Food was EXCELLENT...Some very reasonably priced pours on the Wine and there is a Czech Beer among their drafts selection...Good Value Happy Hour with $2 off all food and drinks...(the Bottles of Wine go for 4X the price of a happy hour glass)...Was there on a Thursday and in addition to Happy Hour they were offering a small tasting plate of Paella with each drink...Friendly Service (it is order at the counter as other reviewers have said) HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! read more

Interesting place! I had never been to a tapas place where you order at a counter. I appreciated the casual atmosphere because I was in the mood for some good Italian food but in a low key environment. My husband and I had the bacon and squid skewers, arancini, eggplant bruschetta, duck fingers, and carbonara. The bacon and squid skewers were good but they were a disappointment when it came to quality. Old Yelp photos (which I'd looked at before coming in) reveal that they used to use entire pieces of thick cut bacon on a skewer. We got some sad little squares of thin bacon. It's like when you buy a Big Mac at McDonald's and it looks nothing like how it's advertise on TV. (At least that's what I hear about Big Macs. I've never had one.) The arancini were pretty good and I enjoyed the super smokey paprika in it. The eggplant bruschetta was OK but greasy. The duck fingers were over fried but still tasty with the sweet glaze. The carbonara was really good and I had been craving pasta for weeks so it really hit the spot. I loved the bacon bits, the creamy yolk sauce -- everything. I would definitely come back for a good meal with a fast casual feel. read more

I love the vegan and vegetarian options for brunch and dinner. They need to add vegan mayo to the jerked jackfruit and not be so stingy with the filling. Aesthetically pleasing with local art but could be more comfortable seating. And I just hate the checker floor, not the right vibe. read more

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What a great little lunch spot in Fremont! Their fish & chips were delicious for being gluten free. Their house made ketchup that they served with was delicious too, definitely had a spicy kick but totally worth it. My mom also enjoyed her panini. I love all of the gluten free options that they offer and the price point is very reasonable. Our cocktails were also very good. Well balanced and interesting combinations. I also took a peek at their bottles to go (or drink there) and was very impressed with their selection. Some of their prices were even cheaper than some of the wineries (if you took the bottle to go). I would love to go back soon. read more

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I came in this place in the afternoon(before happy hour started). I did not expect to find a "casual" Italian restaurant in Seattle,but here it was, in the middle of Wallingford. The store look kind of hidden,but actually very easy to find. I came in and we were the only customer. I saw that they had many tapas(small dishes) so I wanted to try variety of things. It was actually expensive for the portion you get(realized that after I got the food), so would only recommend if you come here for happy hour(discounts on Tapa items and drinks). I ordered the squid skewers and the fried cheese potato balls. It was great but the portion was small. They gave us free potato fries with homemade ketchup. It was good but nothing too special. I gave it a 5 star for the idea and the prices as if it was during HH. read more

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Go here and eat! This food is amazing. Seasonal, reasonably priced with a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Excellent service, give this place a try for sure. The porchetta panini is amazing, pretty much have it every time I go in. But I really have to give this place huge praise for the seasonality of the menu! Tonight I had the summer squash which just tasted like a summer garden. Welcome addition is also baby squid with bacon.....on a stick....cauliflower fritters. So simple and delicious. There are many more things I want to try on the menu! Can't wait to go back. Finally I must mention the excellent drinks available. Everything from authentic Italian cocktails, to local beers, to unexpected yet delicious wines., it's a good place to drink.....but don't forget the snacks. read more

A newly opened family business serving tapas, beer, wine (an amazing collection bottles for sale, the name even comes from the chemical responsible for shaping wines smell and flavors!), and alcohols. Their menu covers a wide variety of things, something for everyone. The first time we came we had a few things most notably the chickpea cauliflower fritters, and the fries. I have not had fries this good in a long long time! It seems like something so simple we are served at many restaurants however we were reminded how amazing well done fries really can be. The vegan aioli that we asked for with them was also awesome! The second time I had the vegan braised tofu and yam sandwich and it was just as good. It seems to be hard for most restaurants these days not specializing in vegan meals to make interesting vegan options but the chef has nailed it here. read more

Esters is a new place in Fremont a friend recently hosted a Sunday brunch at. I got the bacon egg sandwich on gluten free bread and a London fog. When I realized this place had espresso drinks instead of drip I asked about the London fog and the guy behind the counter wasn't familiar with the drink so I described it and he made it for me! This place is also very accommodating for people who eat gluten free or are vegan. We drank mimosas, ate, and enjoyed the cafe. read more

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It's such a delight to find a local, casual, friendly restaurant serving delicious food, beer and wine without breaking the bank. I've only had one visit to Ester's, and could not have enjoyed it more. The bucatini (pasta) with nettle and hazelnut pesto was way better than it should have been, and makes me want to work my way through the small but varied menu. Vegetarian friendly? Check. Meat eater friendly? Check. Good, local beers? Check. (Reuben's, Obec, Fremont Brewing, ...) Good wine? Check. They're an "enoteca", after all! Reasonable prices? Check. I can't wait to return, soon. I am most especially looking forward to enjoying the happy hour special, fresh cod cheeks and chips for $5 with one of our local beers. MmmMMM good! read more

I visited Ester's Enoteca during my 2-week trip to Seattle because of the gluten free options, and I HAD to come back a second time before I left for both the food and amazing service. I follow a low FODMAP diet for my gut issues, so in addition to cutting out gluten, I also can't have garlic/onions/shallot + a trillion other things, always making it difficult and/or flavorless to eat out. Their staff and chef (who was there to consult) were SUPER accommodating and I was able to truly feast without any worry that my food would make me sick. All of the dishes I had (gluten free pasta carbonara, fish & chips and arugula & potato salad) were well-made, fresh and delicious (+tummy friendly). Also, the gluten free pasta was so perfectly chewy and al dante - I seriously doubted whether my pasta was actually gluten free until my friends' gluten-laden pasta carbonara order came out with a different pasta shape. It was pretty busy at 6:30pm on a Friday (my table of 3 had to wait a little to snag a table that could fit us), but was on the emptier end on a holiday Monday (MLK, Jr. Day). Be sure to come here early on the weekend if you have a larger group! If I'm ever in Seattle again, I will NEED to come back! read more

Simply put: Great food at a great price in Fremont. I'm not aware of any other restaurant in the neighborhood that I can say that about. We have great and expensive. We have cheap and bad. But Esters gets it right. Also, their throw-back cocktails are one of the best happy hours outside of downtown. read more

Like the sign says, you can take the next bus. Fantastic atmosphere, music and ambiance for a little wine bar. Love the lighting as well. Nice longer happy hour from 3-7 daily, so super for a little decompression after work. read more

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Ordered plain noodles with butter and raviolis. The bill was $36. Will not be going back.

Great food, great drinks, great service, great vibe, what else could you ask for? Got the puttanesca and carbonara and bacon wrapped dates and they were all great. Pasta portion for the puttanesca was large and filling. Would recommend. read more

Such a strange atmosphere. 2 stars since the food was good but beyond that everything was pretty disappointing. My friends and I picked Esters because they advertised being a wine focused restaurant but it fell so short in that department. The individual working at the front had 0 clue about what they were serving/selling for wine, they looked at me like I was crazy when I asked if they have decanters and the wine we purchased was corked. I don't think I'll be back. read more

Great food, and for happy hour ($2 off menu price) its ridiculous value. Carbonara was fantastic, though I feel some might think its a bit too salty. Duck fingers are a for sure try. Bruschetta was also tasty and very hearty. I would say portions are adequate. Definitely sufficient given their price tag. Great casual vibe, great service, and there seems to still be so many delicious items on the menu that I haven't tried. read more

Awesome Service....it wasn 't happy hour for a about 2 hrs. I inquired about the happy hour menu...the cashier and chef kindly obliged by cooking 2 items off the happy hour menu.. Thank you! I ordered the squid and bacon which was so flavorful with a hint of spice and did I mention bacon!...the other was the arancini which was so light ,crispy, and goowy deliciousness in a golden crisp shell!...Awesome! I will be back! read more

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I have been here once before I moved to Seattle and had a great experience. As I came in today, I ordered a grilled cheese. Since I don't live here, my card was declined and wouldn't work. As embarrassed and upset as I was, the man working was willing to pay for my meal. I have never experienced such great generosity from someone in my life. Not only is the food amazing, but so are the people that work here. I definitely recommend checking this place out and will for sure be back. read more

Esters is a testament to the fact that great food doesn't have to be expensive. This place is not messing around - it's simply very tasty food at incredibly reasonable prices. Plus, daily happy hour, and old fashion house made sodas?! I can't say enough... Just do yourself a favor and order the lamb and goat ricotta bruschetta. read more

Added Esters to my itinerary last minute due to the amazing reviews and traveled way out of my way to pick up some dinner from here. Food took about 20 minutes to make, serving sizes were extremely small (this coming from a petite woman), and way too pricey. Food tasted very mediocre and it wasn't worth the travel/price/time I spent getting it. read more

This is a quirky little surprise in the old homegrown space. You order at the counter and then get to enjoy lots of delicious little snacks and a wide selection of wine. I'm a sucker for arancini and you can go into goat cheese overload on the menu if you want to (and you should). I will be back again. read more

Cute family restaurant with yummy pasta! The Puttanesca and the Ragu are my favorite.

Absolutely loveee Esters! I work up the street so I visit often, I always get the yam and tofu sandwich and it is amazinggg! To top it off they also have great drinks, I suggest their botanical soda with a spirit mixed in. Yummmmm! Extra bonus is that they have the BEST and friendliest staff in Fremont so it's always an absolute pleasure to go and say hi. I am always always recommending Esters Enoteca to other folks, you just cannot go wrong. read more

Met a friend for dinner and drinks. Odd experience walking in and not being acknowledged. Ordered kale salad, bacon wrapped dates and poutine. All tasty and good serving size. The service was not great. The person taking orders had not tasted many of the wines which seems odd at a wine bar. We had a rose and a chilean sauv blanc. Both tasty. We asked for another round of the rose and were served something that was much more of an orange wine. When we asked about it, the server argued with us. It was either not the same wine or a bad bottle, either way- good customer service would mean pouring us something else She also started cleaning the restaurant at least a half hour before closing. It was clear she wanted us gone so she could leave. Overall a mixed experience. Not sure I will return read more

The best gluten free meal I've had out to eat!!! Fried Eggplant panini w/ gf bread, chocolate mousse, and sangria were all amazing! Everyone else with non-gf meals also loved their food. Definitely will go back!!!!!! read more

Love the wines they offer - a lot of restaurants sell pretty crappy stuff; this place does not. They had an amazing french rose the night I visited The food is varied, with items I hadn't tried elsewhere before - we had the duck fingers, the carbonara, and little rice balls. All tasty. Love this place and hope lots of people realize what a little gem it is the multitude of sameness and support it. read more

Lively spot full of local Fremont charm and art, good food & drinks too! Knockout mural on the wall by local artist Gabrielle Abbott.

I absolutely love this place and recommend all friends to come here! Amazing happy hour and I've liked everything I have tried from this especially the bacon wrapped dates and arugula salad. Love the casual feel and the prices are a great value. Happy hour until 7 is pretty much unheard of in the Seattle area so this is a great perk! They have a great selection of drinks for not really being a "bar." It's also centrally located in Fremont so a ton of fun places to walk to before / after! read more

Drinks plus food was just ok.. enough to keep hunger pangs at bay, but the server kept forgetting my drink order. Once is a mistake but twice is deliberate. Not authentic Tapas/Meze. For the price they could have been more generous. It's basically American food in small plates . Don't expect any spanish tapas here. read more

Best roasted tomato pup I've ever had. All the food was amazing and the environment was nice

My fiance and I were sad to see Homegrown leave the neighborhood, but are pleasantly surprised by this place. We visited for dinner. It offers fast casual Itallian fare and an assortment of wines, all at a very reasonable price. (PROTIP: all menu items are $2 off between 3-7, also includes the wine). We ordered the duck fingers, kale caesar, cauliflower, and shrimp and bacon skewers. I highly recommend the duck fingers with just the right amount of breading covered in a delicious honey glaze. I love the portion size, as it gave us an opportunity to try a variety of things. Our total bill including drinks totaled to around $45. I'd love to see a rotating menu here. Although delicious, I would need more variety to be a go-to dinner spot. I'm curently fasting from dairy, but look forward to trying the cheesier dishes on my next visit. Hope to see this place do well! Would like to keep it in the neighborhood. read more