I haven't eaten here a number of times, but today I came to eat a cheeseburger as part of my…read morecheeseburger reviews project. Talking Cedars really does have a classy set up. Walking in we were greeted with friendliness and seated in an area that we liked. The hostess steered us to a talk that wasn't cold - since that was the one thing I mentioned. I hate being cold. :) I was lucky enough to order their cheeseburger from the happy hour menu. I think it is the same as the one on the regular menu. I had expected just a burger and was pleased to see it came with fries. Our server was prompt, helpful, and nice... the whole team was. The burger was a smash tyupe burger and I found the texture of the meat pleasing and tasty, just a bit of crust as some many people love on a smash burger. The condiments we fresh enough and had good flavor. When I say fresh enough I mean that the lettuce and onions didn't have a crunch to them, but they weren't mushy. Overall one of the better burgers so far. This venue would be good for anything from a family meal to some afterwork laughs or even a romantic dinner. The only reason it didn't get the fifth star is because of the condiments not being nice and crunchy. Solid place to eat and I would recommend.

We always enjoy the staff in the food here talking cedar. It's a part of history by being the…read more first tribally-owned brewery and distillery in America. The drinks are affordable and the meals are never a let down especially the Prime rib!

Quick stop with friends. Massive place…read more Nice afternoon and sat outside. Staff so friendly and attentive. Brought out a few small samples to try. Friends ordered cocktails. I went with a flight on their Military May Menu. Left buying a bottle of their War Dogs whisky.

I have been to Heritage Distilling a couple times before, all different locations on my visits so…read moreour most recent visit to this location for the first time. This location is right near the Tumwater Craft District and even though it isn't in the main building for that it may be considered a part of it since it's literally across the parking lot. I really liked this location as it has a great patio view. I really liked the merchandise and had my eyes set on an Art Deco flask that is exclusive to their tasting rooms. We usually get flights if we are planning to stay and we got the Lemon Drop Trio Flight which made up of Florence Vodka, Peach Vodka and Coconut Vodka. All very sweet but very tasty. This distillery is a great addition to this area and to the Craft District and offers a different option if a person doesn't want a cider or a craft beer from the options in the main building.

You must stop here! The owner is super friendly and they just opened back up as of today…read more Complimentary tasting on Fridays. I especially enjoyed the peach and raspberry liquor. Took two gnome bottles home, just can't resist!

Fun little distillery in an old hardware store! Definitely…read moreworth a visit when you're in the area. Complimentary tastings of all their spirits (and they have a lot!). I'm not usually a whisky or gin fan, but theirs were quite good. Also interesting to try aquavit! Was pleasant chatting with the owner and we were able to have our pup inside too. We left with some whiskey, Hwy 101 coffee liqueur (in a gnome bottle!), and their raspberry liqueur.

Adrift Distillers is adjacent to the Adrift Hotel and Pickled Fish. It is also conveniently…read moresituated across the street from WorldMark Long Beach where we are staying. WorldMark guests are treated to a complimentary tasting, so The Homie and I decided to check this out on 6/18/25. The counter person there was extremely welcoming and knowlegeable. He replied to my inquiry that they have been in business since 2018. He gave us the rundown of all the featured spirits: vodkas, rums, whiskeys, and liqueurs. The Homie selected 3 whiskeys & 3 liqueurs to sample. I selected all five whiskeys and the coffee liqueur. While we sat outside for our tasting, we also saw a deer and osprey. I ended up buying a 375 mL bottle of the Rhubarb Elderberry liqueur to take home. The Homie and a friend also visited today (3/20/25) and purchased some gin for a family member. Approachable and no upsell pressure experienced, one can make a fairly educated choice and purchase.

When in Long Beach, be sure to stop by this small batch distillery. Tastings are $1 or…read morecomplimentary when you buy. We love supporting small businesses and with that in mind set out to find our favorites among the vodka, gin, whiskey, amaro and liqueurs. We ended up buying the love warrior gin, wheat whiskey, bourbon, coffee and cranberry liqueur. Twist our arm why dontcha! Theo was friendly, knowledgeable and gave us recommendations based on what we preferred. He also gave a little backstage tour which gave us more insight into the company and process, and told us about local events, things to do and when the new bottles come out so we could plan future trips. The tasting room is small, just a few stools and one table inside but on a sunny day there are picnic tables outside.

Pilot House Distilling had a wonderful selection of spirits, from vodka and gin to whiskey and…read moreagave. Finding Absinthe is rare, but Pilot House has it, and it's the real deal with the wormwood. They even have the absinthe pour tap, so they can do it up right. In addition to the absinthe, which I absolutely had to get, I also ordered a gin flight. My server, John, was very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. The patrons there were all friendly. The atmosphere was comfortable and they had plenty of swag. I bought a tiny bottle of absinthe and a sweatshirt, so I would have fond memories of that fine establishment every time I wore it.

Pilot House Distilling is filled with wonderful people and spirits. We stopped by the food pod for…read morelunch and drinks. While I got a beer my wife if a Gin and Tonic gal which is not for me at all. Unless its Paint Lady Gin apparently! She stopped me and told me I had to try it. I rolled my eyes a little because gin is an thing you either love or hate and I am not a lover of gin but this Gin and Tonic was great! We ended up doing a flight of their Gin and the regular was still by far our favorite. We saw them at the market that weekend a purchased a bottle to bring home! Truly the best Gin I have ever had! I would also like to say as someone who runs a non profit animal rescue Pilot House Distilling donated towards our auction. I put two and two together later. Just goes to show how much they support local.

I had a wonderful experience at Highside Distilling. I went to Bainbridge Island with my boyfriend…read moreas a day trip and we wanted to find a nice spot for a drink. We saw this place on yelp and thought it would be a great spot to find locally brewed spirits. When we entered we were greeted by Rob and Dylan. They were super friendly and Dylan did a great job at explaining the different spirits and what they have to offer. We decided to each do the 4 glass tasting for $15 and with 8 tastings total we got to taste most of what they had to offer. My boyfriend loved everything he tasted! I'm not really a big fan of darker liquors but I really loved the Harvest Gin and Eagle Harbor Brandy, I had to bring a bottle of each home to share. We drove to Bainbridge so it was super easy to get there and there was lots of parking available. Overall an amazing experience with great conversation and definitely will be visiting again.

We had such a fun time here. We got this recommendation from a bartender near the Queen Anne…read moredistrict. They said high side distillery was a must try place on Bainbridge Island. Getting there, the drive was really simple and the surroundings beautiful. The distillery itself is tucked away in the back near some other garages. There is parking near there but it is limited. We chose to sit outside because it was such a beautiful day. The service there was great because the individual behind the bar was very attentive, asked us questions about what we liked, and gave recommendations based on our answers. We wanted to start off with the flight, which was a great option because it helped us really decide on the drinks we wanted to try out that were recommended to us. In the end we got two drinks each and walked away with a bottle of brandy and gin. Safe to say that we enjoyed what we tasted. Highly recommend if you are in the area and want a nice chill experience.

Sandstone Distillery is a place of my dreams, a distillery filled with spirits, old wood, barrels,…read morecopper pots and stories! John & Jennifer had a dream and they have made it reality with their passion, hard work and dedication and it shows! We came to Sandstone Distillery through Harvest Host, a membership program that offers unique overnight stays for RV'ers. We arrived on a day the tasting room wasn't open however John & Jennifer graciously opened their doors for us and gave us and evening we'll forever remember! My husband and I each had a different tasting, one was amber spirits and one was clear spirits. The tasting also came with some premixed cocktails they offer. With each spirit and cocktail, John told their story which created a genuine interest in the spirits! We sipped each one and learned so much about the process and passion that it takes to create amazing spirits. We walked away with three different bottles and returned two days later for 3 more!! Jennifer has also created some utterly amazing sipping vinegars, Wild Heart Sipping Vinegar, and will offer a tasting of those as well, make sure you taste them, they're phenomenal! We had a great time at Sandstone Distillery and will definitely be back!

Steve and I do love our craft beer and the trip we went on that led up to us going to Sandstone…read moreDistilling involved a beer brewery or two. But we do like to change it up and go to a distillery or a winery frim time to time. Stopping at Sandstone was just the perfect stop for this change of pace. We had a small taster set of a few of their different spirits which were great. Everything we had was wonderful and Steve bought a bottle of vodka I believe to take home. The staff were wonderful as they were very friendly and took us around on a small tour going over the distilling process and the history of the equipment there. This was a great stop and one worth making stops at whenever you are nearby. I also believe you can get their products online or at select stores.

We stopped by and enjoyed a bourbon flight and a couple cocktails and ended up purchasing some…read morebourbon to go back home to Michigan with us. If you purchase a flight they take the cost of the flight ($10 maybe) off the price of the bottle if you purchase one! If you're military or MFR you get a bottle free. How amazing is that!? Not only is the building and their operations amazing, the staff was so kind, the patio for sipping was cozy, the bourbon is delicious and they take care of the important people. Be sure to check them out and buy a flight and a bottle while you're here!

The organic vodka tastes like unfiltered Ozark Moonshine. Perhaps this is the natural taste of…read moreorganic, but it is a totally unrelenting vodka taste that I will not soon forget. There is a reason why most vodkas are multiple times filtered and that is to get rid of this awful taste. They will not win any competitions with this approach. I am truly sorry, because I lived on Bainbridge Island for many years and I know the effort and enthusiasm of these distillers are sincere and honest, but truth be told this vodka sticks, literally.

If you enjoy whiskey or even if you're just whiskey-curious, Copperworks is an experience, not just…read morea tasting room. We stopped in for a visit and Paul took care of us, and I've got to say, he made the whole thing feel like we were getting a private tour from someone who lives and breathes the craft. He was friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and answered every question we tossed his way without ever making it feel like a lecture. We ordered a couple of flights, and the best part was being able to mix and blend different whiskey styles ourselves. It wasn't just "sip and move on", we actually got to play with flavor, compare notes, and build our own combinations. That alone made the visit memorable, but the whiskey itself sealed the deal. Rich and full of character, every pour had something interesting to say. What we appreciated most was that we never felt rushed. We were given time to explore, talk through the flavors, enjoy the moment, and just be there. It's rare to find a place where the experience feels personal and unrushed, and Copperworks nailed it. If you're in Seattle and want something unique, educational, and delicious, visit here. Sit down, take your time, and let the whiskey do the talking.

Cute, cozy place to stop for some whiskey or gin flights. They had a handful of cocktails as well,…read moreI had the vodka mule and it was delicious... I just wished it came in the classic copper mug, but it was just as tasty either way. Not many options for those who don't drink hard liquor, so be aware of that and come ready to try some locally distilled drinks.

Don't let the name trip you up. This distillery is on Vashon Island and is near the town of Vashon…read moreand is not in Seattle proper. With that said Steve and I just kind of stumbled across this place and noticed that they were doing a tasting to the public so we went in to get a taste. All of the different kinds of gins we tasted were amazing! Some of the varieties that we tried were quite unique and equally delicious! We sipped a gin that had strawberries made with it which was fantastic and a simply delightful coffee flavored liqueur to finish the tasting with. The folks here are super knowledgeable, friendly and you can tell that they love what they do! Really a great place and when my gin supply runs low I will definitely keep this place in mind when restocking!

These are some seriously nice people and they make some outstanding booze. The Gin is aromatic but…read morenot perfumey or medicinal like some gins. They also have some nice flavored Vodka; I like the coffee which is made with real local coffee. Every month or so they offer a chance to volunteer in the bottling process in exchange for a free bottle of something. I haven't done that yet but I can't wait to give it a try. Come in when they're doing tastings and have yourself a treat.