Tried Sama during a Yelp experience and ended up bringing home their Grenache 2023 (Raga)…read more Loved that the tasting was done in test tubes--it made it easy to go back and forth and land on something I really loved. And this one stood out right away. Light to medium-bodied, led by bright cherry notes with a subtle hint of spice, and a smooth, easy finish that keeps you going back for another sip. Balanced, elegant, and just bold enough without feeling heavy. Definitely a bottle worth savoring.

My partner and I shared a free flight for a Yelp event then bought a bottle of one of the top…read moretastes. Elisa was a kind, informative host on Saturday, 12:30. We had the whole place to ourselves and sat near the large windows. Elisa gave us time to look through the menu then promptly brought our red flight and explained each wine to us. As a past chemist, I loved the test tube presentation and connection to the winemaker's bio! We also liked having all 5 wines at once to go at our own pace. My order of preference: CDR, Syrah, Grenache, cinsault, cabernet. My partners: Cabernet, Syrah,CDR, Grenache, cinsault. Other things to note.. the music was . I enjoyed reading about the many meanings of SAMA in the menu. The winemaker, Chaz, has a great bio in the menu as well. We had a lovely time. The bottle is their CDR blend which is a Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault blend. I hope they are around for a while!

I have come to the Melody Lynne on multiple occasions and I have the best experience every time…read more Yesterday I hosted a bridal shower at Melody Lynne and it exceeded my expectations. Melody & Bryan were beyond helpful in ensuring the event was perfect. She was incredibly responsive leading up to the event as well. Melody even made effort to get the bride a little gift and card which was incredibly thoughtful! Highly highly recommend spending some time here

Great place to get a decent glass of wine & cheese . If…read moreyou're strolling around Kirkland, pop in! -markm

Valentina Wine Bar is such a great spot. The owner absolutely hustles and always brings a positive,…read morewelcoming vibe -- you can tell how much care she puts into the place. It never feels forced, just genuinely good energy. The flatbreads are unreal (from Milan), and the wine selection is really well thought out. She's great at helping you pick something you'll like and has definitely helped me branch out and try new wines I wouldn't normally order. The vibe is super chill with great music. It works just as well for a date as it does for getting some work done or just relaxing with a glass of wine. Highly recommend.

Stopped here for a glass of wine with a friend on a weekday evening. The vibes are gorgeous- it is…read moresuch a cool space and is immediately captivating. They do have a good wine list, but the pricing is HIGH. Think $25-$45 PER GLASS. Some of the wines this made sense for, but they really should consider adding a wine or two below $25 per glass. I have my WSET 2 and know a decent amount about wines so could understand why some of them were priced like this, but the whole menu being this high was strange. $32 for a glass of pinot noir didn't sit right with me. We asked to do flights so we could try a few things, but they said they were only doing glass pours. We asked for a rec for an acidic, fruity red and felt like the gal just told us the most expensive non-tannic red on the menu. Fine. For $32 a glass, I would not order what I got again. We headed to a restaurant after and got $14 glass pours that we preferred. This is a great place to go to impress someone with the chic vibes, but good wine can be found elsewhere at a fraction of the price. I do see the appeal though. It was also pretty loud when we went, so we chose to finish our conversation elsewhere.

A cute little place to hang out with friends. It was the middle of the day so I passed on the wine…read more I ordered the Cajun chicken flatbread. Very reminiscent of California Pizza Kitchen's BBQ chicken pizza but without the BBQ sauce, sweetness, or cilantro. I am a big foodie but I thought this flatbread was average and unmemorable. The service was great though. The waitress was very attentive and checked on us frequently. It would be tough though if the place were full. It's a great place for drinks and cocktails and a place to relax. I'm sure it will be popular. I'm glad I tried it but I'd like to try other places before going back there.

Amazing Kitchen In Issaquah Wa! Just opened in July 25!…read moreHospitality Amazing! Come check out this space! Vibes was really nice to experience! Food was Superb! 10/10

TLDR: One of the best pit stops in the area and 100% worth your time…read more Wine: - Really good selection of whites, reds, and everything in between. - They also have a beer (1) and an aperitif if thats not your thing. - They actually pour a good portion of wine. Unlike most places you feel like you're getting your max value per dollar. Vibes: - Staff is super super super welcoming, warm, and friendly. - It can get a little loud, but it's just reflects how happy people are to be there. - While it looks like there not a lot of seats, there are. It's just not reflected very well in the pictures. What can be better? I'm sure they have their reasons but - the hours. It would be great if they were open until 11 on the weekends.

I love the vibe of this place. This is a great place for the wine nerd that I am. Great selection…read moreof interesting wines curated with care. And if you don't know wine well they'll let you sip before you buy a glass if they have it open. Al is a friendly guy that knows wine and was fun to talk to.

Looking for a spot near Kirkland waterfront and found this place…read more Great atmosphere friendly staff. We sat outside and nice view after the parking lot of the park and waterfront. Ordered mushroom flat bread and it was delicious. Drinks we tried the Keyser Saze and last widow. Both were delicious. Def will come back to this spot.

This a great spot and is open late. The ambiance and vibe are classy but casual. The servers are…read morefriendly and attentive. The cocktails are outstanding. And the menu has lots of great snacks that can be shared as you sip fancy cocktails. The tater tots are a particular favorite. Definitely a great spot to meetup with some friends.

One of our favorites! Great bar and good food; small-ish menu but you can see how that helps with…read moreconsistency. The tostones are a favorite appetizer as well as the brussel sprouts. We've also enjoyed the risottos, pastas and the sandwiches. We have yet to have anything we didn't like and everything is prepared well. Service is friendly and fast; it's small but has a great over 21 vibe.

Amazing food and service. Fun place. Drink menu is way too long but has a lot of variety. I loved…read morethe pasta, the fish, and the oysters. One of my favorite restaurants in Seattle!

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.

I highly recommend this wine shop/bar and I loved their live music!…read more All the seats are first come first serve and you can order drinks at the counter inside . I love it for a patio season.

Hadn't been to Pomegranate for a minute but the Seattle Restaurant Week menu included fried…read morecatfish, so that settled that. Since it's located inside a business park one of the first things you notice is how nicely the restaurant is appointed, especially the bar area. We decided to eat in the bar and watch the M's game, great choice. Super friendly bartender, on point all night long. Catfish was served with collard greens, fries and a cornbread wedge. Perfect combo. Instead of trying to describe it I will let the pictures tell the story. BTW this is exactly how SRW should be utilized. Show/remind people why they need to visit several times a year.

Loved our recent happy hour visit to Pomegranate Bistro with coworkers! The casual, welcoming vibe…read moremade it a perfect after-work spot, and we had no trouble getting a table at 4 pm on a Wednesday. We started with a $20 bottle of rosé, along with a few cocktails--the pomerita (which was delicious and definitely packs a punch!) and a whisky cocktail. For food, we shared the veg nachos, Brussels sprouts, empanadas, and truffle fries, and honestly, everything was fantastic. Service was quick, the atmosphere was relaxed, and it's such a great neighborhood spot to unwind with good food and drinks. Already looking forward to going back!