Had a fun night at the Watts Brewing Woodinville event the other night. The pours were generous,…read morethe energy was great, and the open floor space easily handles everything from intimate gatherings to full-on parties. The pizza from Pizza Coop (a place we've happily returned to many times) was excellent as always, and Brami's pasta salad was meticulously prepared and seriously tasty. Three solid, independently owned local businesses coming together for a genuinely good night out. Go Local. Go Local. Go Local.

4.5 overall. While my partner participated in a Line Dance…read moresession in the large backroom, I had a couple of beers in the bar area. BEER: 4.5. I had a 4-beer sampler, choosing Leafcutter, Grau Bräu, Red Mason Rye, and BlackJacket. At first sip I most enjoyed Leafcutter and BlackJacket; BlackJacket in particular was a pleasant surprise as it reminded me of a dark bread. By the time I finished the sampler the Grau Bräu became my choice for a full glass. SERVICE: 4.5. Friendly and prompt. AMBIANCE: 4.0. The bar area was spacious with plenty of bar and table seating, and there was a covered outside area facing the parking lot. Plenty of parking. Clean bathrooms. LINE DANCING: participation was heavy and the site would have benefited from a small stage so the instructor could be seen by all dancers; otherwise very good line dancing venue.

A great place to hang out before a show at Chateau Ste. Michelle! The house old fashion is *chef's…read morekiss* perfectValet parking and food from Von's next door.

This was my second time here. Both were great experiences. The staff is very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. The drinks are delicious. And you can order food from next door (and they bring it over to you). They also have some cool things to buy (alcohol, mixers, syrups, recipe books, etc). They had the football game on which was a nice touch. They have some outdoor seating with a fire pit. They have complimentary valet because parking is limited.

Yes was the best bartender we've ever had. Incredibly responsive and extremely kind. We usually…read morecome in later on Fridays and Saturdays and I wish she was here at those times. Great place to have a beer!

The bartenders are great here. Always on top of it. Arrive early so you can grab a table. There…read moreisn't much room to roam so you will just have to deal with that. A great place for a cold one.

We came to Tony's on a Saturday afternoon for lunch and had the best time. We counted about 20 TVs…read morein the restaurant and I kid you not, you can see a tv in just about every direction you look. There is truly no bad seat in the house. I also really enjoyed that you could hear the games too. The service was super fast despite there only being 2 servers. I ordered the adult coffee and it was basically a $9 espresso martini which is a steal to me. It was so delicious, I'm still thinking about how good it was a week later. I'll go back just for the adult coffee. As far as the food goes, Tony's is known for their wings and they have a wing in just about every flavor. I really like the lemon pepper wing but you can't go wrong with any one you get. All their sauces and rubs are made in house! We found out toward the end of our lunch that our server was actually the owner. We had been talking as a group about how friendly she was the entire lunch and when we learned she was the owner, it was the icing on the cake. She is so proud of her business and I see her going far. Overall, the vibes were great, the food and drinks were delicious, and our bill was shockingly super inexpensive despite the amount of food we ordered. I can't wait for my next trip to Tony's!

Okay wings and poor service. This is even when it was close to empty on a football Sunday afternoon.read more

A Perfect Waterfront Spot for Wine and Conversation If you…read moreare looking for a laid-back spot with great vibes, The Grape Choice is highly recommended. It's a fantastic wine restaurant that nails the balance between an incredible beverage selection and a relaxing atmosphere. The Menu: They offer a wonderful, curated choice of wines paired with delicious small plates that are perfect for sharing. The Ambiance: The view is absolutely lovely. On a nice day, sitting out on the patio with their live music playing makes for a perfect afternoon or evening. It has a wonderfully welcoming, low-key energy that makes it easy to actually sit back and enjoy a great conversation. The Service & Parking: The staff here is incredibly nice, attentive, and welcoming. For logistics, just note that parking is paid but very convenient--located right across the street.

Incredible wine selection and views near the water!…read more The Grape Choice is a wine store and wine bar located right at in downtown Kirkland. They feature a massive selection of wines, as a go-to neighborhood spot for finding unique bottles. What's great about here is you can order food from restaurants nearby or bring your own while you enjoy some wine The atmosphere is relaxing, especially if the weather is nice and you can sit out on their outdoor patio right near the water. They host a lot of live music events, and catching a performance during a beautiful sunset makes the experience truly amazing. To round it all out, the staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I definitely recommend this place! Whether you want to grab a great bottle to go or just sit back, relax, and listen to some live music by the water, it's a must-visit in Kirkland.

This place is a beer haven. It's small on the outside but includes a large outdoor patio…read more They offer a large tap selection and an even larger can/bottle selection. All of which can be consumed on site. If you want to drink one of their canned beers on site, they charge $2 in addition to the price of the can. It turns out to be about the same price as their tap beers. This is great during fresh hop season since you get a lot more variety! There are a lot of regulars here who are very friendly and welcoming. And the beertenders are very knowledgeable, so you can't go wrong here.

Came here for bonsai bar workshop, but got a drink so I had something by me at the table while I…read moreworked. I got a small glass of some rando cider, but I think that I got charged a higher peace than what was listed on the chalkboard menu that hangs up above the cashier table. Staff was welcoming, but idk...was not feeing comfortable here. Very tight, too. Only like three stools to sit at if you decide to stay at this bar. Very cold here, too. At least the bathroom was spacious...arguably more than it had to be because would be nice to have more floor area at the front so more customers could be seated. Not much else to say except that the bonsai bar workshop was a cute experience, but also very hard to hear them because the portable heaters would be running, but gave out no heat after 30 minutes. Soooo, what was the point? Hm...

Drinks were amazing. Staff was friendly and fast. This location is stunning and brings such a…read morewonderful eclectic vibe. I was in awe of this cute little tavern! If you love fantasy or the whimsy this has to be a spot to check out! You can get desserts ordered from the restaurant to this pub location too!

We're long time lovers of McMenamins and so happy to have one in our own backyard. While the Oregon…read morehotels do seem to have some better soaking pools, we have a whiskey shed. This small building can be easily missed if you don't take the time to step inside and see what it's all about. It's got a fireplace and a couple tables inside, but my partner always stops off here for the whiskey. Personally I don't drink much whiskey, but he gets excited by the selection and the helpful people behind the counter. They can help you find something in your price range. You can also get a flight. They have special Whiskey Talk nights and tasting events. You can get also get other drinks and even order food to eat inside. I usually get the Black Rabbit Red wine, but there are a couple beers on tap. Of course this is also a stop for a passport stamp. If it's cold and not too loud we do occasionally sit inside. It has a quaint, cramped vibe so you may get to know your neighbors. If the weather is good we often sit outside by one of the many fires. Sometimes there is live music playing in the courtyard and this makes for a great way to spend an evening. But if you don't know you can also get your drinks to go and walk around exploring the grounds, just be aware you are not supposed to cross the street with your drinks to the pool/Nui Nui bar.

I was at The Lodge for an afternoon reception and wedding, and Father Mulligan's has an extremely…read moreconvenient happy hour from 2-5PM on Friday and Saturday. Suffice it to say, we stopped by to down a drink or two before the festivities. The bartenders were very friendly and the cocktail of the day was a fruity vodka/cranberry/grapefruit cocktail topped with a fruity sour. It was very drinkable and our orders came out quickly. Their wine list also has some unique gems on it, definitely worth a look. Overall, can't complain about the service and the cocktails were well received for a reasonable price considering the exclusive location.

A very nice spot inside of the Lodge, cool vibe, especially sitting at the bar. There are several…read moretables but they fill up quickly on the weekend. They have a brunch menu on the weekend, which is not listed on their website. The food was good, but I felt that it was pricey. I know everywhere is expensive these days, but felt like $24 for a croissant breakfast sandwich with no side is a lot. And as much as I would have loved to add avocado, I couldn't foresee spending an extra $4 on avocado. It was tasty but not sure I would make it a regular visit.