Oh my goodness, if you get anything at DERU, GET THE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CAKE PLEASE…read more It's been a few weeks since I've gotten it and I still think about that cake. (I haven't justified buying a whole cake for myself, but I truly want to--and am tempted to do so) The food is great and I'd love to go back. I went on a Monday, so it wasn't as busy as it would be on the weekend. The servers are kind, and you typically order from a QR code unless you're having a hard time (and they'll help you!). Quiet space. Some parking available on site but it can get busy on the weekends from what I've heard.

Cute little place with good food and informal setting. Their dishes are pretty nicely thought out…read morebut oftentimes a number of them will be "out of stock" even leading into dinner time, but this is understandable if that's because they're aiming for freshness. What is not so great is that they've replaced human interaction and paper menus with a QR code based menu (annoying but becoming more common) and the only way to order is also through your phone (this is the part that is not common and really sucks). Been to DERU twice. First time my phone wouldn't let the order submit after polling everyone to put what they wanted into the "cart". Eventually some poor fellow who worked there had to use his little iPad and we all had to repeat ourselves to recreate the order after we'd already done the exercise on my phone. Second visit same thing- this time we had to recreate the order a few times on different peoples phones in our party until one of them could finally submit the purchase, and then they immediately started getting emails they weren't expecting as an outcome, their cell phone number was on our order ticket- so beware when you think you're just providing your credit card info- you're actually giving much more than that. We gathered for dinner to spend quality time together in real life and to get away from our phones but because of DERU's ordering system we instead spent the first 20 minutes of our dinner all on our phones. Then during the meal people would finish their glass of wine and want another- phone comes back out! This happened throughout the meal because, shockingly, people don't finish their glasses of wine at the same time, so all in all someone was pretty much on their phone close to the entire meal. Quite antithetical to the goal of human interaction and enjoying a nice dinner together. If they got rid of this ridiculous phone based menu and ordering system I would double my rating AND my tip. But at this point I may not come back for awhile.

I got to go back to the Beach House at happy hour. I had a reservation for 3 io the bar. They were…read morevery full when I arrived but they were happy to accommodate me and give me a wonderful table by the window. I scored a parking spot in their lot which is challenging but the last time I parked at the park right next to it which was easy enough. I ordered the three salmon sliders. They were flavorful and so yummy. I would order it again. I have had many things on the different menus and always walked away happy with my choice. The service was great and I'm so happy I got to return to this restaurant.

What a great spot! Beautiful views of the lake and people watching from any seat in the restaurant…read more I had the espresso martini, it was delicious. I let the server "surprise me" with my meal as I couldn't decided between two dishes and it didn't disappoint! Fish n chips tasted fresh with just the right amount of crispy outside and tender inside. I will definitely be coming back. Totally suggest for a day date and then take a walk along the water front!

We went to Sparrow as part of Seattle Restaurant Week. Everything was to die for! Service was great…read moreand it was very cozy inside. The salad was very refreshing, the halibut was cooked perfectly and the dessert was very yummy. It was nice they had some gluten free options. Highly recommend.

Presentation definitely needs a lot of work. Wonder what a food critic would say???…read more The gravy was on the salty side and too much. I believe it's use to add volume to the plate. Biscuit was slightly on the dry side and slightly too dense. Look at the picture, Nothing much to say when it's a failed execution. Million dollar question. Will I go back? Not as often from due to this bad experience.

What a great dining experience for my birthday! Loved every minute of it. We were greeted…read moreimmediately, found our reservation and seated very fast, and very friendly. Teresa was our server, excellent service and very friendly, providing valuable details about the menu, etc. My wife ordered a surprise birthday cocktail for me, which was their version of an Old Fashioned (To The Bitter End), which was really good, large ice cube! My wife had the rum cocktail (Death in the Tropics), which was good, not her favorite. We dined slowly as we were not in a hurry, but were advised we had a 90 minute dining window. We overstayed by about 15 minutes, but it was their fault as they provided a complimentary dessert for my birthday, nice touch. For food, we started with the bread with black garlic spread, Along with the Rain Dog Chop salad, which were both delicious. We could not decide on an entree to share so we ordered 2. The Moroccan Chicken with cous cous (was AWESOME) and the Mushroom Pasta (Good but not great). After finishing, we agreed the Moroccan Chicken would have been enough by itself. Ample portion, wonderfully prepared. Draft beer and glass wine selections were excellent. I really enjoyed the No Boat Brewery beer. Thanks for making my birthday dinner a special one.

This place is listed as a cocktail bar, but has great food options as well! I had the halibut, and…read moreit was perfectly cooked and delicious. The service was great and the waitress made me a special Manhattan. It's a little dark and intimate spot to enjoy a cocktail and eats right on Kirkland's waterfront. Looks like they have a great selection on their Happy Hour menu until 5:30pm daily that I'll be back to check out soon!

Great drinks, really good food, attentive service! Will…read moreabsolutely be coming back whenever we are in town. Thank you for taking pride in your work!

Food: Salmon Cakes Benedict w/ spinach salad (subbed out the potatoes): very tasty and filling…read more Apple cider(housemade): very refreshing... perfect for a chilly day! Looking forward to trying the adult version (cider w/ bourbon) Service: friendly and helpful Atmosphere: family friendly and spacious

Stopped in here for breakfast this past weekend…read more I enjoyed my quiche and salad. Not sure why there was a small blob/smear of tomato paste on top of the quiche. It didn't enhance the flavor, so I scraped it off. He ordered the breakfast platter and said it was okay. The potatoes with mama lil's peppers were great. The eggs tasted like powdered eggs, tho. Our drinks and the banana bread we got were all good. I'd go back!

This was my first time visiting and came here to try their breakfast. My boyfriend called ahead of…read moretime to make sure they were open since it was on Memorial Day. After waiting in line we were up next, the cashier said they were no longer serving breakfast, it was 11:02 by the time it was our turn to order. Leaving this review since it was a poor customer experience to not have been told when we called about the breakfast hours and not been served when we were in line before they stopped breakfast. That being said the establishment is nice and cozy, the staff were friendly, and they seemed to have a good selection on their menu.

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!

We visited for a bachelorette last weekend and had a good time at the restaurant. Michael's service…read morewas great, and he patiently answered all our queries and gave us suggestions, as a result of which we had a really great time. We focused mainly on the appetizers. The nachos were tasty, and the candied jalapeños were absolutely addictive. The olive oil focaccia bread with pesto and butter was also quite good. The spaghetti was enjoyable, and the fries were exceptionally fresh and salty! As for the drinks, we loved the Passion Coconut Dream, Rouge Royal, and the Spicy Margarita!

Quality/Quantity - Got here early and ended up in your tasting room which started as a 5 star…read moreexperience; see my other reviews. After a few tastings we finally made it here for Happy Hour. And of course I got the wine flight; see my pictures. I actually should NOT have gotten this as we ended up doing another tasting after dinner back in the tasting room; again, see my other Yelp reviews. Washington Salad - See my picture, nothing special... Mushroom Toast - Looked and tasted just like our salad... Tuesday Special. Salumi Bolognese - Just okay. 50% off pasta today. Pommes Frites - Again, nothing special. NOT good or bad. In summary, you can skip dinner here but do go to the tasting room. Ambiance - A nice location, both indoor and outdoor seating. Bar seating is also available. Beautiful restaurant. Plenty of parking. Open 7 days a week; see Yelp or their website for hours. HH available from 2:30pm to 5pm, and all day Thursdays. Weekend brunch - 11am to 4pm. Daily specials - See their website. Service - Our waiter did not seem engaged... Or was he just new? But the bartender was obviously experienced and very good. If I caught this early, I would have moved us to the bar. Price - $55 + tip; more expensive than it was worth. The prices are NOT expensive, but I felt we got less than we paid for. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success since 1992 and with all your locations. I am a loyal D2 drinker!

After drinking all day, we heard Heritage had a good Happy Hour…read more My Brother-in law and I both ordered the burger and beer. We both asked for the burger to be medium rare with some pink/red to it. We both received it well-done. I couldn't wait for the bartender to ask how it was. We were hungry. When she finally came over, I told her they over cooked our burgers but I already ate most of it. I was starving. Without me knowing, the owner was behind us and saw my dissatisfaction. She said she would remove the charges. The fries were awesome. The beer good. The salad very good. The soup good. The caramel ice cream delicious. I told her I appreciated what she did. We tipped very well and will return soon after our next wine outing.

Heritage is one of my favorite spots in Woodinville and a place I find myself coming back to again…read moreand again. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and comfortable. It's upscale enough for a date night but relaxed enough to meet friends for a casual dinner. It has that cozy neighborhood feel that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. The service is always fantastic. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making every visit feel like a great experience from start to finish. As for the food, the burger and fries are my personal favorite and my go-to order every time. The burger is always cooked perfectly, and the fries are crispy, flavorful, and impossible to stop eating. If you're looking for comfort food done right, Heritage delivers. Their drink menu is another reason I love this place. They have a great cocktail program, an excellent wine list, and one of the better mocktail selections I've seen, so there's truly something for everyone. Overall, Heritage is the kind of restaurant every neighborhood hopes to have. A welcoming atmosphere, wonderful service, delicious comfort food, and great drinks. Highly recommend!

We celebrated our anniversary at Water Grill Bellevue…read more We walked in to a beautiful rose-petal decorated table, and the amazing staff made us feel so special! We enjoyed the Smoked Hamachi Nachos, Cioppino, and Black Sea Bass--everything was incredible. Add this one to your list!

Coming in for last call and the staff was still super friendly and attentive, great options for…read moresingle bites if you don't want a dozen of something minimum. Great selection of different oysters. The prawn was gigantic, all the accoutrements were great. Rockefeller were on point!