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.

Ordered through uber eats & everything was perfect. Easy to order, food tasted as if I ate it…read morethere. The mailbu greens smoothie is the BEST green smoothie I've ever had! It is packed with lots of veggies and other healthy ingredients but tastes amazing at the same time! All of the smoothies are so pretty! Reminds me of erewhon smoothies. The avocado toast was great as well. Love the toppings! Next time I am in seattle, I will be ordering again!

A good working space with delicious food and smoothies! Service is decent…read more Always enjoy taking a seat here and doing some work. The chairs are a bit uncomfortable but they work fine.

I see these everywhere and finally got to try it out this past week…read more The Kirkland location is super clean with lots of parking nearby! I tried the not so fried chicken sandwich and enjoyed! It was pretty messy but a very solid sandwich, and enough that I split it between lunch and dinner. I also tried the side pasta salad which was very flavorful and I really enjoyed it. The homemade lemonade was 5/5 for me! Very obviously real lemon juice

The one and only time I had Mendocino Farms was a couple years ago at one of the Seattle locations,…read moreand I really enjoyed their Avocado & Quinoa Superfood Ensalada. This time, though, I was in the mood for something a little heartier. 1/2 SANDWICH COMBOS - 12.10 + 1/2 The Farm Club +1.05 for cup tomato basil soup The Farm Club was a good sandwich with a nice balance of turkey, avocado, bacon, tomatoes, pickled onions, mixed greens, and herb aioli. I also appreciated the seeded honey whole wheat bread, which added a bit more texture. That said, it still felt like something I could easily recreate at home, so it wasn't particularly memorable. The tomato basil soup was the highlight of the meal. It was creamy, slightly sweet, and paired well with the sandwich. Overall, the 1/2 sandwich combo was bit pricy for what I got. This location gets pretty busy. especially on Sunday afternoons. A group of us stopped by for lunch and had to wait a bit before we could push a few tables to fit everyone.

service here is either chatty or quiet - but always quick! going here in person is always better…read morethan ordering online between how much they give you, as well as the nice quiet ambience. this place gets hustling very fast & for a reason! the variety of options & make your own leaves it so anyone can find something to eat that fits their nutritional goals! i also love how they show their nutritional contents, if i'm looking to limit my fats or add more protein to my diet! they're always adding new things, including for seasonal, & it's always nice to take a walk around Totem Lake & to grab a bite to eat here :)

SWEETGREENS @ KIRKLAND…read more This was my first time visiting Sweetgreen in Kirkland, located in Totem Lake. Totem Lake is a great area to explore, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and even a movie theater all within walking distance. It's a nice spot if you're looking to spend some time around the Kirkland area. I've heard a lot about Sweetgreen, so I was excited to finally give it a try. The concept reminded me a lot of Chipotle since you can choose your base, protein, toppings, and sauces to create your own bowl. They also offer a variety of signature bowls if you don't want to build your own. Options included bowls with pesto, steak, and other combinations already put together for you. Unfortunately, my first impression wasn't the best. The staff didn't seem very friendly, and everything felt rushed. Since my dad and I were both first time customers, we weren't exactly sure what to order. It felt like we were being hurried through the line rather than being helped. For my bowl, I chose quinoa, romaine lettuce, and chicken. They had temporarily run out of chicken, but thankfully a fresh batch came out after only a few minutes, which I appreciated. I also noticed that the tables inside were pretty dirty, so we decided to sit outside instead. The outdoor seating was much more enjoyable anyway. As for the food, I thought it was good overall. I liked that everything tasted fresh and seemed to be made with wholesome ingredients. The vegetables were crisp, and the bowl felt healthy and filling. My biggest complaint was the chicken. It wasn't seasoned very much and tasted pretty plain, so I found myself relying on the sauce to add flavor to the meal. Overall, the food was decent, but the customer service and cleanliness left a lot to be desired. I don't think I would return to this particular location, but I'd be willing to give another Sweetgreen a try in the future, especially to test out some of their wraps or other menu options.

OButekim was AMAZING. From the food to the service to the atmosphere, this was one of those meals…read morewhere we were already talking about coming back before we even left. We started with the fried yucca and Churrasco Misto, then had the Brazilian churrasco and moqueca. The meat was unbelievably tender -- genuinely melt-in-your-mouth -- and everything was packed with flavor. But the surprise of the night was the moqueca. I almost didn't order seafood at a Brazilian steakhouse because... why would I order seafood when there's all that MEAT?! Thankfully, I did. OMG. The moqueca was soooo flavorful -- rich, fragrant, beautifully seasoned, and easily the standout dish of the night. I would come back for that alone. Seriously, do not sleep on the moqueca! Our server, Simony (I hope I'm spelling her name correctly!), was wonderful. She was so warm, welcoming, and helpful, and made us feel genuinely taken care of throughout the entire meal. And then there's the restaurant itself. The artwork and especially that ceiling are incredible. It's this huge, colorful explosion of Brazilian imagery, patterns, and culture stretching overhead. Between the artwork, the beautiful lighting, and all the little details everywhere you look, the whole place has so much personality. It doesn't just feel like you're going out for dinner -- it feels like an experience. Fantastic food, wonderful service, and an unforgettable atmosphere. We absolutely loved it and will be back. And one more time for the people in the back: GET. THE. MOQUECA.

Obutekim in Kirkland is at a quiet strip mall with plenty of parking. Inside, the restaurant has a…read morebeautiful, colorful blanketed ceiling. I had high hopes for Obutekim - an a la carte version of Brazilian BBQ, instead of AYCE. We have no self-control, so this is much better for portion control. Service was sufficient, not particularly attentive. They were busy chatting with folks at a table behind us (people they seem to know). We waved for water refills, etc. The food was a mixed bag of hits-and-miss resulting in a grumpy hubby. (We went to Fogo the next weekend to make up for it.) The Food: Beef with Madeira Wine Sauce and French Fries, $27 - 3.5 Stars Menu: Sautéed Filét Mignon with mushrooms, garlic, onions, parsley, creamy roti sauce, flambéed with Madeira wine. Served with French fries. This dish tasted pretty good with the light wine sauce, many mushrooms, and very crispy fries. The beef chunks tasted mostly good with mostly tender pieces. However, my dish (see photo) doesn't look like their online photo, which is a richer variant visually closer to what a beef bourguignon looks like. I think I missed out on whatever this dish is intended to be. Their pieces of beef are randomly cut in different sizes and shape, irregular and random. My mediocre knife skills can cut more uniform pieces of beef than they did. I like this dish enough but also not hitting the bar. Fried Banana Side, $8.50 - 4 Stars Menu: Banana empanada e Frita (Breaded and Fried Bananas) These fried bananas are under the Sides in the menu. We received unbreaded fried plantains, which is fine with us since we like fried plantains. Their online menu says breaded and fried bananas, and the photo is completely different. I don't know what this dish is supposed to be. Brazilian Churrasco, $27 - 2 Stars Menu: Choice of Beef Coulotte, Garlic Sirloin and Pork Sausage. Served with jasmine rice, Brazilian style black beans (containing smoked pork sausage), potato salad, and farofa. Choice of any meat. This dish should be amongst their signature dishes. Hubby chose their two beef options: beef coulotte and garlic sirloin. See photo. The tiny piece is the garlic sirloin, which is garlicky but a bit tough. The two bigger ones are beef coulottes which have little flavor (seasonings), both are tough, with thick trims of fat. He said "2 out of 5 stars" with a grumpy face. I fed him some of my food to make him feel better.

Gem of a find in Kirkland. Really yummy burgers and great tasting fries! The burgers are both…read moreunique, different, and familiar all at the same time.

Hawaiian/Asian fusion fast casual place in Kirkland. Parking is easy as it is located in a plaza. I…read moreordered ahead and scheduled the order so I don't need to wait for my food, and it was ready at exactly the scheduled pickup time, no earlier no later. I got the combo - Hawaiian chicken + karaage requesting extra salad instead of rice, as well as a half order of loco moco. It's nice that there is half order as a lot of Hawaiian restaurants tend to be full orders so it is incredibly hard to try a variety of options if you're solo or in a small group. The Hawaiian chicken and karaage both are juicy and delicious. It's great that the combo is the same price as the standard individual options so I got to try more variety without paying extra. I looked at the reviews and opted to remove the rice and get extra salad which was a good move - their chop chop salad is very delicious with a nice balance of dressing, cheese, and ham. I still had some rice from the loco moco, which was sufficient for me. The loco moco is good - I wished the patty was a bit less tough but the gravy and egg make up for it. Overall, great value and great food. I'd be a regular if I didn't live so far from Kirkland (1 hr drive for food can be challenging in busy schedules)

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.

Very nice. Freshly made, tasty, nicely served. Simplicity,…read moreself order style but friendly. I like the unassuming decor in French yellows and blues!

Cute little restaurant right across from Juanita Beach!…read moreWe've been here a couple of times, usually after dropping off my little one at school. It's always quiet inside, which makes it a perfect spot to sit, relax, and enjoy breakfast. The servers are genuinely friendly and easy to talk to. We love their veggie sandwich -- it's loaded with roasted vegetables and hummus, and you can really taste the freshness. My husband tried the beet sandwich and enjoyed it as well. The only thing I'd say is that the bread can be a bit on the dry side. I'm also a big fan of their coffee! Overall, it's a lovely place to unwind and have a peaceful breakfast. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

crab cake benedict ($23) 5/5 the crab cakes were insanely…read moregood. such a good crisp and they give a good portion of crab. i would come back just to eat the crab cakes again. chicken and waffles ($19) 4/5 not enough chicken for the amount of waffle, though both tasted really good. fruit was very fresh and delicious. iced caramel latte ($6.25) 5/5 ordered extra sweet with oat milk. it was very good. orange espresso 0/5 this is orange juice with espresso. it was so gross we sent it back and ordered another iced caramel latte. not counting this against them because they didn't charge us for it and gave us another drink. our waitress was very sweet. the restaurant is in a great location. clean and tidy. shares a parking lot and gets full quickly. overall, i would come back to try their other benedicts and to eat the crab cakes again. i would not advise anyone try the orange espresso!

I wanted to give this place 3 stars but there were so many fruit flies flying around as we were…read moreeating that the experience dropped another star by the time we left. The food is 3 star level though. So it's.. Okay.. But it wasn't that good. We got the breakfast burrito and the breakfast sandwiche. Presentation was good but flavor was meh. This restaurant gives the feel of trying to do to many things at once. Nothing worked together. The decor was all over the place. The menu tried to cover too many things. The service was friendly and the bathrooms were clean. But ugh.. The flies. I couldn't stand it.

This place deserves more love than ever. It would be my go to coffee shop for work and weekend…read morecoffee stops in Kirkland. The atmosphere is incredible and well decorated, they even have printer available at the shop for folks that need to find a place to work. The service is top notch, I had many recommendations for food options and the staff were very friendly and patient with me. I brought my wife and my daughter here, super nice vibe to have family gatherings here as well

We dropped our car for service and decided to take a walk and grab some coffee…read more We came across Evergreen blendz and it looks so cute so we went in. The interior of the shop is clean with tables and a counter area. People can sit in. We sat at the counter will be waited for our order and I've got to tell you I was pretty fascinated with the barstools. They were metal on the bottom and had wood seats with a very little backflip super comfortable. There are some tables outside in the front, however there is also seating outside. We are warmly greeted There was a nice variety of copies and teas and other drinks available. I ordered a vanilla vanilla latte. My husband wanted to drip coffee but their drip coffee machine was not working so he ordered a pour over. I took a look at the pastry case and I saw some premade breakfast items such as breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches, etc. We decided to have a breakfast burrito. My husband's enjoyed his pour over. I ordered vanilla latte, and it was serving a really pretty little glass mug, and it was delicious. I appreciated that it was not overly sweet, which happens often. The breakfast burrito we warmed up and we decided to share it, and it was quite tasty. It has some chorizo in it some potatoes and egg, and it was quite tasty Definitely worth the walk and I would absolutely come back .