Chef Kawai really brings some unique and fun elements to beautiful French dishes. He and his staff are warm and welcoming and attentive. I love an open kitchen so you can see the magic happening. This restaurant also has stunning views of downtown!! They have a good wine list with French, local, Spanish and Italian options (reflecting all the different European-inspired restaurants Chef has worked at in Seattle). We had a blast here for a special tasting night and were impressed by the tasting menus coming up for Christmas and New Years, but you can't go wrong with their standard menu too. This is a lovely spot for a date night or catching up with friends over great food. read more

iconiq - By the glass wine options - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Somewhat local hidden gem in the greater Seattle area. I heard about this place via Resy and was intrigued by the French Japanese fusion style food. I made a reservation specifically for the dining room (view) seating which only has 2 tables so they are in quite high demand especially on Saturdays (you could also reserve the bar seats (view) alternatively which is more abundant in supply). The pricing of this place is very spendy, so I wouldn't really recommend unless you are able to snag one of the tables with a view, since while the food is good, there are comparable quality food elsewhere at a better price range. The view is good but not marvelous, but it does make a nice backdrop for a date night especially as the sun sets. We got the following to try: - Iconiq's gazpacho - this was served in a shot glass with some cut vegetables. Quite refreshing and kind of like an aperitif but cold soup format - Chilled sweet corn soup - I have had chilled corn soup and this is one of the better ones. What made it stand out is the tomato togarashi ice cream so you are kind of eating a savory ice cream to mix flavors with the corn soup - Saikyo-yaki foie gras risotto - one of the more popular dishes, but I was not too impressed. The foie gras made the dish rather heavy, but the flavor of the arborio rice did not fully match - Wasabi herb butter filet mignon - the beef was so good as it was tender and easy to eat. The herb butter is so flavorful and the vegetables and hash brown with cream made good complements to the dish. It was a well rounded dish, though comes at a hefty price tag of $60 - Scoop of soy sauce ice cream - remarkably affordable dish compared to some of the high priced items on the menu. At $6, not only do they scoop the ice cream, but also added some fixings like apple and almond crumbles. There is also a sesame tuile (cracker) that added another texture to the dish. The ice cream is quite unique as it is slightly savory and the soy sauce flavor was not super apparent that makes it less appetizing, so I would highly recommend to try it for the experience! Service I had to take off 1 star overall. The restaurant is small but I had to keep asking for water refills as they were not automatically done. Courses take a while to come in between which is fine, but no one checked up on us if we needed more drinks, etc. We pointed out the table has a few drops of soup but the waitress just dismisses it. During the entrees, there was a pink slip of paper under one of the dishes so there is a bit of carelessness to not double check before serving to the customer. While they did a good job with replacing dishes and utensils each course, they did not wipe down the table at minimum between entrees and dessert. After waiting a while after finishing dessert, the waitress slaps the check on us without asking us if we needed anything else (circles back from checking up on us once in a while, which they did not). For a restaurant at such a high price point and food quality, I have to nitpick these types of things because a similar restaurant of this caliber will execute these flawlessly if not be cognizant of major service flaws, where this restaurant fails. When we are paying almost $90 per person for a decent sized meal, we definitely expected more from the overall experience, especially after dining at more than 75% of the upscale restaurants in Seattle as reference. read more

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I was excited to check out Iconiq as I think the intersection of French and Japanese cuisine sounds really interesting to me. I also loved hearing that Chef Kawai, who started the restaurant was a student from South Seattle College, as someone who is a fan of their culinary program. We went on a Saturday around 6:30PM and were able to get seated in 5ish minutes (with a reservation). Iconiq is tucked away between many shops on a smaller street that has a nice overlook of the Seattle city skyline. I could foresee parking being a bit difficult during busier times of the day, but there seems to be ample parking in the nearby neighborhood if you are looking to stay for not too long. The ambiance of the restaurant is definitely upper end dining with nice dim intimate lighting and an open kitchen where you can see the chefs hard at work. As for the food, I'll review a couple of items down below: Baguette ($5): Of bread that I have tried at fine dining restaurants, I would say that this was disappointing. The bread itself took 30 minutes to come out and when it did come it, it was cold and a bit tough. I think in my mind, I was expected the bread to be toasted or slightly elevated as most places give you complimentary bread. For $5, it is basically $1 per slice! I think I would recommend skipping this option as an appetizer. Creamy Potato Leek Soup with Gnocchi ($18): A very interesting take on potato leek soup! The chocolate coulis gives a very nice earthly and hearty taste - this flavor profile is sort of like a lighter and more pleasant artichoke dip without the bike of the artichokes. This is a really decadent soup and the texture with the thick but toothsome croutons that acted like mini dumplings from chicken and dumplings rather than croutons was scrumptious. Iberico Pluma with Mascarpone Polenta ($45): The Iberico was delicious - tender enough where there is a slightly chewy texture. The cranberry mustard yuzu demi was really unique! This demi almost gave a miso earthiness/umami feeling that was distinctive to me - it was cool seeing Japanese flavors replicated through French ingredients. The polenta was crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. I think this dish was absolutely delicious! I think my biggest critique of the restaurant is that the service is extremely lacking for the ambiance and expected level of hospitality. Not only did it take 30 minutes just for us to get our baguette, we had to continuously wave down waiters just to check in on the status of our orders. I think we actually got our soup about 45 minutes in and our entrees about an hour and a half in. Our dining experience lasted basically from when we arrived at 6:30 to almost 8:45pm. For reference, I've been to another fine dining restaurant where the experience lasted that long, but we had like 6 courses instead of 2. If the restaurant was larger, I would totally understand, but this is a moderately sized establishment that the waiters could totally see everyone they are servicing. I think it personally would have helped to have a more attentive wait list because my personal experience eating here suffered greatly due to the almost 2 hour wait to enjoy only a 2 course meal. I'll give it a benefit of the doubt, the restaurant could have been an off day, but I was really disappointed with my experience. Overall, I think the food is really solid - majority of the more indepth dishes were absolutely delicious and presented a nice texture and flavor profile that compliments both Japanese and French cuisine. As flavorful as the food was, I think I'm trying to take in account the whole experience, which included the sub-par service, which is unfortunate. Hopefully this isn't the case if you decide to check Iconiq out! read more

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TL;DR: Iconiq and Chef Kawai create amazing culinary experiences that seamless blend French bistro et al food with Japanese influence (ex. Ikura instead of traditional caviar, and even Shoyu ice cream). The view of downtown is impeccable, but make sure you reserve a view table. The service is amazingly run. Highly recommend their special events with set course menu. My wife and I love iconiq, especially their special events. We first discovered the restaurant in 2022. Their normal service allows you to order ala carte. Reservations via phone or Resy; be sure you reserve a table with a view. The menu is always rotating to include seasonal ingredients. The highlights have been their steak dishes (amazingly cooked steak over mashed potato and vegetables), risotto, seasonal soups, and their shoyu (soy sauce) ice cream. More immaculate are their special events. Every month or so, they host a special dinner event with a set course costing $100-$150. There is usually 4 courses with an optional add-on course featuring truffle, foie gras, or some other delicacy. We have gone to 4+ events and they never disappoint. The set menu is always fresh and innovative. Even when the fusion of French and Japanese isn't to your taste, the ingredients themselves are prepared and cooked perfectly. This makes it a safe culinary experience, since you can always count on the food itself being well cooked. Chef Kawai is the main star at this place. He's gracious and checks in on his guests. He has a great front of house crew as well: very prompt and gracious service, including the standard silverware changes between courses. I highly recommend you check out iconiq the next time you're in Seattle!! And definitely try and book during sunset. read more

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We had an amazing experience at Iconiq! The restaurant is intimate and cozy. The food was fantastic and it was such a special experience talking with Chef Kawai about his food creations! Favorites included the lamb, steak, and salmon dishes, along with the peach melba, and soy sauce ice cream! We enjoyed all the desserts while watching the sunset, and will definitely be back to try his different seasonal menus! read more

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There is what a restaurant experience should be - amazing food, chef interaction, great wine pairing, amazing view. A little gem in Mt. Baker and totally worth checking out. Date night? You found the spot! Don't miss out! read more

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Recently had an amazing meal at Iconiq. The dining room is pretty and relaxed with great views of the city. The selection of wines and sakes was hard to pick from as there were so many terrific choices. The stand-out was the amazing food coupled with outstanding service including chef who is kind, friendly and generous. We had a delicious scallop confit on couscous appetizer, asparagus in white miso with endive and burrata appetizer, fantastic black cod and foie gras over risotto mains followed up by a strawberry blancmange as well as soy ice cream desserts. What a memorable experience! read more

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Just wow. This was one of the best dishes I've ever had at a restaurant! The foie gras risotto dish is an absolute must. The service was excellent we stayed for a long time just chatting. At night time there is a beautiful view of the city! The soy sauce ice cream was fun to try even if you don't like it -- such a great experience I can't recommend this place enough! read more

iconiq - Soy sauce ice cream - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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This place is amazing! The food is excellent - beautiful presentation and mouth wateringly good. The owner was so gracious and hospitable. The view of the city was unexpected and beautiful. This was the perfect place for a double date (and would be for regular date, families). Very chill but elevated vibe. read more

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Overall experience was very underwhelming. We arrived for a 7pm seating and there were dishes that were not available already. It left us with mostly only risotto dishes and a steak dish. I had reserved a window seating and was seated next to the window of walls but no window. This was a huge disappointment since it was a special occasion and the ambiance was an important piece of it. When we asked for recommendations, the waiter simply told us everything was good. We ordered all of the risottos amongst the table. Overall none stood out that much. One risotto was undercooked and another very mushy and overcooked. Certainly not the experience you would expect for the price. Would not recommend or return. read more

iconiq - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

How did it take me so long to finally visit Iconiq? It's been on my Yelp "restaurants to try" collection list for quite some time. A friend and I were able to get a reservation and visit on a recent rainy, windy Seattle evening. The city lights view from the windows was very pretty, but I'd love to see it again on a clear day. We had an early reservation and were the first table sat for the evening. After ordering a beverage and our meals, we were treated to an amuse bouche of mushroom soup that was really tasty. We both started our meals with the truffle egg (delicious). I ordered the scallops with Brussels sprouts and squash pasta and my friend had the iberico pork with polenta. Both were really yummy but I would have appreciated more than two scallops for the price ($34 + 30% tax/tip = $44). We were also disappointed that there was only one white and one red wine available by the glass. They were nice wines but a bit of variety would be good. Service was friendly, the food tasted oh so good, the views were amazing, and street parking was easy to find. I'll definitely be returning for another meal! read more

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Iconiq is a small neighborhood place with incredible food. A lot on the menu uses Japanese flavors in new ways. I was a little nervous as a lot of the flavors like wasabi and yuzu can be pretty intense but all of the food was well balanced and delicious. The service, quality and flavors are well worth the price. I wouldn't hesitate recommending Iconiq to friends, family, and out of town visitors. read more

Nice spot in the neighborhood for an intimate, upscale dinner. The space is small, so plan to make reservations. Time it so you can see the sunset from the gorgeous views. In regards to the actual meal, while the food we received was tasty, nothing blew me away. For the price, I was left wanting more flavor and interesting dishes personally. read more

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My new favorite cozy, romantic dining spot. French/Italian/Japanese fusion takes the subtle flavors from each culture to create unique gastronomic experiences. Pair yazu with creme fraiche or ponzu into a tomato demi glace, and you will feel as though you've traveled halfway around the world only to find yourself at home. Tempura black cod over risotto or mixed greens with goat cheese and shiso are Iconiq's version of comfort food. All of this in a Mount Baker location with a view that is an escape from the denizens of the hoity-toity downtown crowd. I'm only sharing this now, more than a year after discovering it, just so I could savor this spot before the Yelp masses descended. These days, just be sure to make a reservation. read more

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Steak? Yes! Truffle?? Yass!! Foie gras?? Abso-fu*kin'-lutely!! Have you had that dining experience where one dish seal the deal and convinced you to come back again, after taking the first bite?? For me, that dish is the Foie Gras Risotto. I seldom describe any food as "out of this world", but this dish may be as close to that as one can get. I was worried the risotto would be too rich when paired with the foie gras, but to my surprise, both the taste and texture worked perfectly. The miso sauce on the foie gras and the wine sauce over the risotto are both a little sweet, which helps to balance the fattiness of the dish. The Prime Rib Filet Mignon was "one of the best steak" he's had this year, according to my husband. We both enjoyed the fried sweetbread on top and the foie gras butter gnocchi too! The Burgundy Truffle Ice Cream was a wonderful way to wrap up the meal. The two appetizers (pork belly confit and cauliflower trio) were mediocre. I'd recommend ordering 3 entrees instead! We also got a free mushroom soup sampler not too long after seated. Service was attentive but not overbearing. We were given the wrong appetizer dish (I should have just eaten it xp right?). The waiter took it back right away and apologized for the mistake. Overall, good dining experience. The view outside the tables next to the window seems great, though you'd have to arrive when they open to see anything in the winter. read more

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The vibe is cozy and intimate with a surprisingly nice view. The waiter/host is the owner/creator of all the flavors (I know right? Didn't even realize until halfway through the meal). It's a lovely place for a special date or celebration. Now onto the food. The menu is small, which I appreciate because I just want someone to give me the most delicious things. No need to offer chicken tenders to appease the people afraid of flavors and confuse my decision-making. Since the menu is small, you should have a fantastic meal by reading the description and asking yourself what sounds intriguing. My favorite of the night was the tuna tartar duo. Who would have thought that tuna and strawberry would go well together? Caesar salad was a wonderful surprise. Fois gras risotto was so super creamy. Matcha green tea creme brulee and soy sauce ice-cream were both yummy. The portions are not big, but a meal here is not about stuffing your face. It's taking your taste buds on an adventure. It's the most delightful meal I've had in a long time. Thank you Chef Kawai for a lovely experience! read more

This has been on the list for awhile. I really really wanted to love this more than we did. The food was delicious and the halibut confit and king salmon were standouts but nothing wow-ed. with the seasonal menu we will probably be back to give it another shot. read more

Tasty and unique. French cusine with a touch of Japanese taste. Love the soy sauce ice cream and the fillet mignon(perfectly cooked) They also have seasonal menu and good wine to pair with the food. The chef always come out and introduce every dish. Excellent service. Will be back! read more

This is a wonderful culinary adventure in French fare with Japanese influence. The Vichyssoise was amazing - best dish out of all we had (and we had most of the menu). Everything else - appetizers, risotto, Iberico pluma and filet mignon - were prepared in a style unique to Chef-Owner Kawai - and totally delicious. We opted for the parfait for dessert - but the unusual combination of soy sauce ice cream with competing textures and flavors did not work for us. Chef Kawai was both cooking and serving and spent ample time conversing with us (in Japanese - we all speak) about his restaurant and food (and stridently defended his bold parfait flavor profile). Price is reasonable - what you would expect for such carefully crafted, high-end dining. A must visit in Seattle for any true foodie. read more

Service is good,food is unique, Your environment is great, but I didn't book a window restaurant, which is a pity

Lovely night at Iconiq! Loved the intimate vibe and views of the city. Excellent bottle of rosé with a reasonable price tag. Both mains were beautifully prepared. Portions a bit small but packed with flavor. The broth at the bottom of the cod tempura with rice was everything - that'd be my top Recommendation. Scallops also super tasty. All around two thumbs up! read more

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Iconiq. Just writing that word feels like a first draft of trying to invent a clever name for your business before you settle on something a little less transparently pretentious. "Welcome to iconi...Q." *groan* I have to be honest that it took me a while to make a reservation at this restaurant based on the name alone but reviews convinced me otherwise. Arriving at Iconi(q) tempered down the initial concerns I had. It's a pleasant enough space (if a bit spartan) where the kitchen is up front making the introduction. The main dining area has rather nice view of downtown Seattle although the eastern facing means the blinds will be drawn most of the time so the sun isn't searing your eyeballs (or, for most of the year, you'll be treated to Grey Town USA!) There's nothing particular striking about the interior design nor tastefully minimal as the Japanese influence of the menu would suggest but it's presented well-enough if to suggest the focus will be squarely on the food. For dinner we tried the following: * Yellow Corn Duo * Ahi Tuna Tartare Duo * Australian Truffle Risotto * Iberico Shabu Shabu * Ribeye with Italian Summer Truffle I also ordered a bottle of Junmai Ginjo. Over the course of the meal the sake really felt a tad unnecessary because none of the flavors of the food really stood out as having an overtly Japanese influence. Given the hearty nature of most of what we ordered I regretted not ordering a red of some sort. The starters were decent enough. The yellow corn duo was somewhat sweet with a lite yuzu flavor present in the mix; nothing to get too excited about. The Ahi Tuna flavor weighted far more heavily on the strawberry gazapacho in the mix, almost to the point of rendering the tuna as afterthought. Honestly it made me want the dish to be focused entirely on the soup, replacing the tuna with some other contrasting flavor and vegetables. So, the starters were fine but not that exciting to start the meal with. Then came the Australian Truffle Risotto as the mid-course. This was a very solid rendition of truffle-forward risotto dishes as was most welcome as a savory compliment to the lite starters. I basically inhaled this dish and wish I had about two more servings of it. Finally there were the beef and pork mains. Neither were particularly special or memorable I'm afraid, which was a sour note to end on. The rib eye was well prepared and presented but had almost no fat present in the cut nor was it enhanced by the sauce; it was kind of boring to be honest. Same was true for the iberico I'm afraid. This being said, the main criticism for the evening was the service. I don't know if the restaurant is understaffed, there's some part of their process that is inefficient, or both, but it took forever to be served. Our sake did not get to the table until twenty minutes of us being seated, and the total time we spent eating here was over 2 1/2 hours, most of it waiting for food. When our server did appear, he was pleasant enough but did very little in the way of explanation on the food nor engaged in any real pleasant back and forth with us; for a restaurant that strives to be iconiq with a Q, they're going to need to invest in some inconiq service. Overall this was a somewhat disappointing experience compared to what the reviews would suggest. Also, the cost of the meal was around 350 with tip which feels overpriced compared to overall quality received and when contrasted against other, cheaper fine dining evenings in Seattle. This being said, I usually knock off a half star from all Seattle Yelp reviews because, quite frankly, even today Seattle lacks the overall culinary footprint and gastronomical appreciation of other major metropolitan areas so a four star overall seems appropriate; I'm going to assume this was an imperfect night and a return visit could change my mind. read more

I love going to iconiq because the cuisine is utterly in alignment with my tastes. My partner heard about it through her parents who heard about it on a radio station (??). We went for our first time maybe a year or two ago and since then it's been a real hit. The food is simultaneously bold, creative, yet consistent. For example, I most recently went for the Valentine's dinner and one of the dishes was a scallop couscous salad that was extremely delicious. The scallop sashimi was placed atop the rolled couscous which contained very tiny, evenly cut apple cubes that added a hint of a sweet crunch to every bite of the salad. It just had a really good flavor combination and a heavenly texture. Even the aftertaste was up my alley. They do a truffle risotto that is really aromatic and pleasing, and I always enjoy their red wine + sake selection. Sometimes the chef likes to do different mousse-y creations on the seasonal menu and it's fun. The waitstaff is detail-oriented, meticulous, and they work really hard. I can't imagine how hectic it must be, making sure food comes out at the right time and tracking all the different moving parts in a restaurant where customers have such high expectations. The interior is cozy, clean, and elegant. The view out of the window is unexpectedly nice for its location. Really feels like a hidden gem. Parking in the neighborhood is easy. Looking forward to the next time I make a reservation. read more

I've eaten at Iconiq a number of times given that I live in the neighborhood but the fish I had last night was one of the best things I've ever eaten and I had to come here and say that. The local sole meunière with morel mushroom and miso corn rice pilaf is perfection. The watermelon salad, tomato and cantelope dessert, and the peach Melba were also very good, but I'll remember that sole dish forever. Chef Kawai is a kind, authentic person and his food is amazing. read more

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Place is my fav. On this Seattle food trip. It's Japanese and French fusion! I do feel it's more French than Japanese. The overall meal experience is well balanced and not rushed. Every dish I had was amazing! Starter: Cauliflower. The sauce is amazing! The grilled squid, Omgggg so good, squid is crispy outside and tender inside. The mid course - truffle risotto is a must try, I do feel like maybe it is because it's at the end of truffle season, the truffle was not that flavorful. For the main entree, we had the sea halibut, the fried rice is the best part!!! The beef cheeks is my fav!!! It's very tender and the red wine sauce just hits the spot! The dessert is one of my fav, desserts on this trip. I still think about it! Omg the yogurt at the bottom and the foam and Granny Smith apple at the top, it's not sweet, it is just right!! I would def come back here, also their view is amazing! Chef is also super friendly! read more

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Great food, wonderful service, comfortable and relaxed surroundings. Will definitely be back.

Made a reservation here for our very quick trip to Seattle, so my expectations were really high since it was the only high-end restaurant we went to on our entire trip. I had read really great things so maybe my expectations were a bit too high? The good: My glass of wine and filet mignon were both superb :) our server was great. View out the window was beautiful. The meh: The salmon dish was just OK. The "needs improvement": we like to have bread with our meal, and usually at a nice restaurant the bread is divine. Here, what we paid for was cold and hard. I was also surprised with the lack of ambience inside or even with the exterior- it was like a basic strip center sandwich shop! With the high price tag and raving reviews, I just expected to be blown away... read more

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Four of us had dinner a week ago. As ever, the food was epic. The service & hospitality again, matching the food. We had a chilled corn soup. Wow, I could bathe in that soup. We shared five dishes off both the starter and main menu. I would highly suggest a visit to this place. read more

iconiq - Menu & freinds - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A Hidden Gem in Seattle!! Tucked away in Mount Baker Iconiq has some of the best views of the city. Along with these great views, the food at Iconiq was both unique and delectable. The flavors of the dishes really complimented each other and for an unmatched dining experience, you have to pair the food with either a wine or a sake! The service, overall, was impeccable. Everyone was attentive and made sure that we were well taken care of. A reservation in the main dining is a must if you want a stellar view paired with great food!! read more

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Crazy delicious!!! Great service, food came out quickly, plating was beautiful, and the food was some of the very best I've ever had. I would definitely eat here again! We ate the pork belly too quickly to take a picture. Whoops! read more

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Just. Amazing. Dare I say even the best bites I've had in Seattle? I had booked a private dining even for my husband's 40th and Chef Kawai has surpassed all expectations. He catered the menu according to our preferences and every single bite was just phenomenal. Our first course was a Vichysoisse. Now, I'm not usually a cold soup kind of person but I can eat a whole gallon of this. It's creamy as a vichyssoise is supposed to be but the truffle vinaigrette that was added ensured that it never got heavy. It was then topped with a delicious parmesan foam that not only added even more flavor but added an almost airy texture. This was followed by a pork belly confit that is everything you want in pork belly. The crunch, the richness which is then balanced out by pickled cabbage and soy honey mustard, and the asparagus puree that just ties it all together. After the heavier pork, he followed it up with a summer risotto and he did NOT skimp on the truffles. Every bite was just delicious crisp, truffle-y flavor that is complemented by the creamy risotto. Now the lobster mac and cheese. It definitely wasn't what I was expecting. He had pea coulis and micro shiso that just made this dish a light course, then he topped that up with a togarashi tuile that gave it some crunch. Just delicious. Last course before dessert was a filet mignon with a saikyo-yaki foie gras. He topped the foie gras with some white miso sauce that was *chef's kiss* and then added some crispy maitake mushrooms and perigourdine sauce. I wasn't able to take a photo because I inhaled the whole dish before I knew it. Dessert...oh the dessert. I could eat it all day. It was an absolutely amazing palate cleanser after the steak. The Yogurt Blancmange with the raspberry yuzu sorbet were just the right amount of tart and melt-in-your-mouth, this was beautifully surrounded by marinated berries and a red wine foam that was just...wow. If I had the superhuman kind of metabolism, this is probably something I would eat everyday. I would eat this whole entire meal everyday. We've gone here before the pandemic and even then I remember how amazing his dishes are. I just can't say enough good things (and I know I've said delicious several times...because everything really is) and I think he needs more recognition for his talent. Brava Chef Toshi Kawai! read more

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Chef Kawai & the food he served us were all amazing. Being served by the chef and getting the opportunity to talk to him about his dishes and the inspiration he used to create them was really special. We started with a complimentary amuse bouche - butternut squash soup with yuzu foam. Absolute perfection! Then we ordered the beet & goat cheese salad with lotus root chips, French onion soup, foie gras risotto, pork, filet, and banana cheesecake with smoked tea ice cream. The fantastic food & service will bring us back! Thank you for a great night out, chef! :) read more

iconiq - The amazing food by chef kawai :) - French Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I gave this place a four star because of its service and menu. The chefs and the servers were amazing, they greeted and gave us warm welcome. We sat down by the bar with an amazing view! Atmosphere and service is phenomenal but I took away one star because of the food. Spanish Octopus, 5 star. This is probably one of the best octopus I had in a while. The chef did an amazing job cooking it to the right tenderness. The flavor was great as well. Filet Mignon, 3 star. Maybe because I got medium well, so the meat texture didn't taste quiet to the tenderness that I want. But it was also lacking flavor, I wouldn't hate it but I also wouldn't want to get it again. I did not get it with the truffle so maybe thats why it didn't taste as good as I hoped? But I'm just not a fan of truffles. Mushroom Risotto, 2 star. I did not like this at all, the rice was a little hard to chew on. It just tasted like mushroom and bland. Got 2 star because they actually made the mushroom really well. Overal I still want to give this place a 4 star. read more

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I have no words; this restaurant blew me away! The ribeye was cooked perfectly and the truffle flavors of the dish were amazing. The tempura black cod was so flaky and the interesting combination of the risotto and ponzu sauce was unexpectedly so delicious. View was beautiful and service was great. I CANNOT wait to come back again one day. read more

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July Le Menu d'Été CHILLED YELLOW CORN SOUP: Corn soup was sweet and creamy, a refreshing starter; miso croutons added some nice extra kicks; tempura squash blossom was not too oily and paired well with the savory tomato gazpacho sorbet FRESH SCALLOPS: Scallop pieces were fresh and tender; sushi rice just the right amount of acidity blended surprisingly well with the pungent flavor of anchovies and spices from the tapenade; ratatouille was on point. Overall a delightful summer dish! NEAH BAY PETRALE SOLE MEUNIÈRE: Beignets were nicely fried with pillowy and crispy crusts but escargot fillings were rather dry and did not take on much of the herb-garlic flavor, although they did have that palate-pleasing delicately chewy consistency; fingerling potatoes were also dry; Petrale sole was nicely seared but tasted bland SAIKYO-YAKI FOIE GRAS RISOTTO: Pleasant aroma by the Maillard reaction of foie gras; foie gras itself was ultra-soft and had an intense burst of umami; risotto was velvety and creamy; sauce Bordelaise helped balancing out the greasiness of the foie gras TROPICAL FRUIT PARFAIT: An overall minty, sour and very refreshing dessert with little hint of spiciness, a nice creative touch by the chef :) read more

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Unlike my other yelp reviews, I had to sit and think about the experience at the restaurant. The service is superb. He sat us at a table and of course the tables with the view were taken. Shortly after two tables by the view left, the server offered us the corner booth table with the view. He was very attentive and had a very kind approach to our needs. We ended up staying over 2 hours and probably past closing time as we were the last party at the restaurant, not once there were any passive nor aggressive gestures of rushing us to leave. The ambiance of the restaurant is quite intimate. About 6 tables and a corner bar for seating. So now the food: We had Tuna Tartare, I expect tartar to be little more minced than diced. It had a twist of a fresh strawberry with the tartar. I do not like any type of sweet in my food such as raisen with cous cous or pineapple on pizza, but in this case, the strawberry was not overpowering, but yet it gave a nice little refreshing afterward taste. Tempura Neah Bay Black Cod Risotto - I think it sounded amazing and it tasted good as well. The tempura in my head would have some crisp texture with softer bite inside. Black Cod tempura batter was little bit disappointing as my expectation was little different. Risotto was excellent, but should have never exceeded the main black cod on top as far as the taste goes. It does go well when you eat the cod and risotto together. I tried eating separately and tried eating together. Also, black cod being a wonderful fatty meat, I would have never fried it as the cod meat is delicious as itself without a layer of frying batter. Last, Ribeye with Italian Summer Truffle - Ribeye was cooked raw just like French would have it. They do not ask how you want the meat done, they want you to taste the meat. The ribeye sat on the hashed brown potato cake, just like John Howie. It was cooked perfectly and beautiful presentation. John Howie was terrible, but I think I was hoping for something more creative and eclectic as I hoped it was Japanese French. It could have been scalloped gratinee potatoes or something that is eccentric. Now, the most amazing part about the dish was the sauce. The sauce is actually the most difficult to make as it should be a beautiful support for any dish and it was. The sauce was not overpowering, and it sat on the side for you as a support to bring out the best of the meat taste and the fresh vegetables. Also, perfect sauce portion. One thing I did appreciate was that this restaurant does not use salt as the main ingredient and it stages the food resource as a main focus. So I can taste the meat, potatoes, vegetables and if I needed to dip a sauce on the side to enhance the taste, it was there. I think I give four stars because the chef has something special going, but something is holding back from exceeding that one and only feel. Anyhow, I will definitely come back again - very good restaurant overall. read more

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It's been a while since I've written a review but I couldn't hold back after eating at iconiq last night! This is one of our favorite restaurants in Seattle and we feel so lucky to have it located just up the street from us, even if it has become more of a special-occasion-type spot for us. The ambiance is great with an awesome view of downtown Seattle and the mountains if it's clear out. It's a small, intimate restaurant and the chef is very present to make recommendations regarding what to order, wine pairings, etc. And the FOOD! There is truly nothing I've eaten here that I haven't loved. Every piece of meat is cooked to tender perfection and all of the flavors are perfectly paired. We typically get a couple different dishes and split between us which allows us to try a little bit of everything. If you're looking for a fancy dinner with unique, perfectly crafted dishes, excellent customer service, look no further. It is definitely worth a stop in! read more

Came here first time on a Friday night double date with my husband and our friends. This is a very cute and relaxing atmosphere. The beautiful views of Seattle are amazing from their windows. Service was great and we enjoyed the foods we had. A couple of the items were a bit on the salty end with the ponzu sauce for me, vegetables in the grilled lamb loin and the Salade De Cesar. Soy sauce ice cream was more like salted caramel. We will plan to come back for more seasonal variations here. read more

Superb food, lovely atmosphere. Excellent accommodating service. The chef is an absolute gem. This restaurant never disappoints. The wine list is expertly chosen. The desserts are imaginative and extraordinarily satisfying. I highly recommend this under the radar Bistro. read more

What a great gem tucked away at Mount Baker! 4.5 stars. A brand new restaurant that has been opened for 3 months or so. Its chef clearly put lots of time and effort in the cuisine and place itself. I started off with the bread ($4). The bread crust is crispy and the bread itself is soft. Makes a great appetizer. The Rosé (Domaine J. Laurens Cremant de Limoux Rose) tastes bubbly and just as how you would expect rosé to be. I tried Iberico ($32, shabu shabu iberico: mustard sauce, couscous, oven-dried tomatoes) and that was amazing! A very creative dish that is delicious and aesthetically pleasing at the same time. The $11 chocolate trio (duo?) is a little bland and I was not a fan of the jelly cover. I thought it was sugar topping (like creme brulee) but it was not. The chocolate itself is airy and fluffy, taste like chocolate mousse. Just to my personal liking, I am not a huge fan of mousse. And from the presentation, it is clearly a duo. And is it a trio? The berry soup ($10) looked so good from other Yelpers' photos so my friend and I had to order it. I thought the berry soup is absolutely yummy and delicious. My friend tasted alcohol from the soup and I thought it was a joke. We did, however, get confirmation from the server that red wine was indeed mixed in the soup. Small restaurant that seats perhaps no more than 30 to 40 people. So you are recommended to call for a reservation ahead of time. Clean single stall bathroom that is creatively decorated. Paper towels available. The menu is limited so make sure you check it out before your visit. Expect to pay around $50 - $70/person after taxes and tips. Street parking, however, is plenty. This is what happens when you open a new restaurant at an unusual location. We chatted with the chef as he stopped by our table. He said many customers have already talked about not used to traveling to a restaurant that is located at Mount Baker. He chose this location because of the view and the rather unexpected location. Overall I had a wonderful dining experience here. I wish this restaurant great success in the future. read more

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