We love this place! Tasty food, good service, nice atmosphere, and they're busy which is a great…read morething because it means people like their food! We have gone other places and they just don't measure up.

Went here for weekend brunch and got seated in about 10 minutes, which was nice. The staff were…read morefriendly and service was good throughout. We ordered the California omelette with hash browns and toast. It was decent, but honestly pretty bland on its own and tasted much better once we added sauce. We also tried the strawberry rhubarb French toast. It wasn't my favorite - the topping felt a bit thrown together, and the whole dish was much sweeter than I expected. The coffee was okay, and the orange juice tasted like bottled juice rather than fresh squeezed. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but the food didn't really stand out to me, especially for brunch.

Previous review was from 2018 and this updated one was for a brunch visit back on 9/8/24…read more Since this remains a popular north end destination, pro tip - best to have reservations. Service was notably much more welcoming, the interior & vibe remained on point. The College Friend and birthday celebrant went all out and had the Fried Chicken Sandwich with fries. Notable was that the sizable chicken filet was both buttermilk and pickle juice brined. I opted for the buttermilk pancakes with a blueberry peach compote and a side of Hempler bacon. The fruit compote was so delicious, the maple syrup was a bit of an afterthought. So contrary to my previous review, I did return albeit 6.5 years later. And props to them, compared to other greater Seattle spots that have shuttered, The Guest House seems to have staying power in Kenmore.

We went during what we thought was brunch time (11am on Sunday) and were surprised that...there…read moreisn't any brunch? Apparently they "stopped doing that" in September, which was unclear from their website or Yelp reviews/pics, and it wasn't just me--the table next to me asked their server the same thing. My friend and I got brunch-y drinks (mimosa, spicy Bloody Mary), and then each got one of the only two items on the menu that had eggs (shakshuka and a breakfast sandwich). While I can't comment on the shakshuka, the breakfast sandwich had thick bread that was toasted a bit too much and wrecked the roof of my mouth. The drinks were good but the sandwich + a mimosa set me back $30 before tip so I don't think I'll be coming back again--certainly not during "brunch" time!

Good service, tasty food, good portion size, pleasant atmosphere…read more Had the club sandwich with fries. Delicious!

I had really high hopes for this place, especially since one of my friends recommended it. I was…read morecraving a good sandwich, so I ordered the veggie sandwich with a side salad. Unfortunately, the sandwich was quite dry and underwhelming. It wasn't bad, but it definitely wasn't worth the price, and there wasn't anything particularly memorable or extraordinary about it. The service was okay nothing exceptional, but nothing to complain about either. Overall, I left disappointed and don't think I'll be returning.

My wife and I lived in the nearby apartments and would visit Rusty Pelican way more often than we'd…read morelike to admit. The restaurant is cozy and though some of the tables are a little close to one another... they've done a great job working with the space they have. The exterior seating area is covered and has heaters. Most importantly, the food is AMAZING. The staff is friendly and the coffee is good. Solid portion sizes and the chefs do a great job cooking whatever you want exactly how you want it. ALL of the service staff are very professional in appearance and friendly. I will say, it isn't cheap but you're paying for corresponding quality (and the quality is solid). This is clearly a well run and maintained restaurant and has easily earned 5-Stars from me.

Wife and I had breakfast here yesterday…read more First, the good. The inside and outside atmosphere and decor are clean and nice. The outdoor seating is well heated and feels connected to the atmosphere of the town. The service was friendly and efficient. Now, the bad. The food is overpriced. The bellinis barely had any detectable alcohol in them. And the kicker was that the waitress offered us pastries upon greeting us without telling us they cost $7, and the menu did not say there was any charge for bread. This is literally illegal in Washington state, and if there are any consumer lawyers reading this, there are 100% certainly grounds for a class action lawsuit here. I won't be suing, but I also won't be back.

Ordered via DoorDash, I got the Pig in a blanket which was three pancakes rolled around breakfast…read moresausage, with cream cheese and strawberry preserve on top. Over a fried hard egg. I was surprised how flavorful and fresh this meal was. It was soooo good and bursting with flavor!!!!!! Because I did DoorDash I didn't get to experience the ambiance. With the order they provided condiments and everything I needed. Overall.... I need this dish again!

Waffle meal 3 eggs + 2 bacon or 2 sausage $13.95…read moreCoffee Total: $21.46 with tax and tip Optional: Strawberry and whip $3.95+ I didn't opt for the strawberry and whip. The waffle was delicious. I ate it quick. The scrambled eggs and sausages were cooked well. There's not much to say. This was a good deal. Usually, waffles don't come with a meal. I got excited. The restaurant is spacious. It can fit about 30 people. The staff was quick, efficient and nice.

Highlights: love that this is an old school converted into a hotel with lots of fun and delicious…read morerestaurants and bars on the property. I love all the art and homage paid to Bothell famous figures. Super, super friendly and welcoming staff. Cons: the smell. It's an old building, I get it. But I could not get over the musty smell of the hallways. Thankfully the offending aroma did not bleed into the hotel room. The bed and bedding were just ok. I would have preferred a cozier bed. No fridge or microwave in room so we could not keep any leftovers.

In general, I adore McMenamins and feel they are a jewel to the PNW. I've visited numerous…read morelocations but this is the first time I was an overnight guest. As a hotel guest, I was gravely disappointed. There were no extra accommodations or amenities. There was not an easily accessible ice machine, you had to go into a restaurant flag down staff and have them fill up your ice bucket; but only available during business hours. Coffee and hot water were only available during a short time period in the morning, outside of that time period you had to go to a restaurant and purchase coffee or tea. The king sized bed room I stayed in had plenty of room to accommodate an in room coffee/ tea bar with hot kettle. On Friday and Saturday nights, be prepared to have non-hotel guests walking throughout the building in order to visit the hidden speakeasy "The Principals Office," which by the way would be a great spot for an ice machine and drinks or snacks for hotel guests. As a woman, staying in a room by myself, it was unnerving having the main doors open to any and all. Additionally, it was sad to see that the hotel market was filled more with knic knacks and McMenimens commercialized products rather than items a hotel guest would need. Would I stay at another McMenimens hotel? Only if it's convenient, sadly I would not go out of my way. The grounds and gardens are beautiful at this location and it is a great stop for wandering around or bar hopping.

Went here for lunch. Excellent menu choices American diner cuisine. Still serving breakfast but…read morewent for a turkey melt sandwich. Served on toasted /grilled bread, fresh cuts of roasted turkey and bacon w gravy. Many side selections. Washes it down with an Arnold Palmer. Wonderful flavor. Love the decor. Well maintained, friendly and attentive service. A bit pricey but quality counted in this visit. We will be back! Asking for a side of cranberry next time. Parking is very tight. Try parking in front of the building. Try it you will definitely like it!!!!

Went here for breakfast on a weekday morning and it got fairly packed by 8-9am. It has a classic…read morediner aesthetic and our waiter was friendly. Food came out quickly. I got the steak and eggs with a side of pumpkion pancakes. The steak did come out at a medium-medium rare, but unfortunately, it just tasted burnt. The sear was a bit too strong and I couldn't finish it. The eggs were fine, just classic sunny side up eggs. The pancakes were yummy and had that fall-esque flavor, I just couldn't finish it. The side of pancakes was 3 huge pancakes! Definitely worth the money. While service was friendly, I probably won't be back.

My husband and I enjoyed our brunch here so much!!…read more Since moving to Washington, I have honestly yet to find a good breakfast/brunch spot. It has been one of the biggest things missing for me. Until we found Bistro 76! We came here on a Saturday around 11:30 and it was pretty slow--we were seated immediately. I ordered the classic eggs benedict and my husband ordered the corned beef hash. Both were amazing! They came out perfectly seasoned and super fresh! We really enjoyed the food. We also felt the food was very fairly priced for the quality/amount you get. I also ordered a vanilla oat milk latte which was very tasty! The women working here were so friendly and they wanted to say hi to our baby and chat a bit. Really great service overall. We are already talking about making this our regular brunch spot and will be back soon!

Went here for brunch on a Sunday and inside seating was pretty packed but we could be seated…read moreoutside immediately. We got the Cuban pork hash, ham hash (from the specials menu), corned beef hash, and breakfast burrito. The potatoes were unique because they were neither crispy but they weren't mushy either and very nicely fluffy inside. Also very well seasoned! The eggs were perfectly done and oozy, the hollandaise sauce was light, more so added for extra creaminess. I'm not usually the biggest fan of hollandaise sauce as I find it sometimes too heavy but this was less rich which was nice. The breakfast burrito was tasty, nice amount of filling. I enjoyed the cubes of ham and how it wasn't overly salty. Definitely eat with hot sauce and some black pepper. I think it would get a little mundane if you were to eat the whole thing yourself but it's not bad. The banana bread donut isn't really a donut. More so a banana bread Bundt cake. It was nice, slightly sweet with what tasted like whipped browned butter.