Restaurants in Kirkland
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“I have been looking for a vegan bakery that can do carrot cake since that is my favorite. I ordered the chocolate cake and the carrot cake and bother were excellent. They are very sweet so the small size cake is enough :) The bakery itself is super cute.”
“Our team of 8 booked a reservation for our holiday celebration. They seated us in a semi-private room (just the 8 of us!) and it was perfect for our needs. We ordered about 4 appetizers for the table, as well as beverages and meals for each. The oysters and toast with chevre and figs were my favorite. The aioli for dipping french fries was so good! I personally had the mushroom pasta with veggies added - it wasn't too heavy and had the perfect amount of sauce to noodle ratio. My spouse had the burger and it was perfectly cooked - we ended up taking half of it home. We were all too full for desserts, but the menu looked great!”
“I'd like to think that the text I received was from the restaurant's owner. It was asking about our experience and I mentioned that the service was impeccable, the food was delicious, my wife said it was the best steak and pasta she's had for a long time, and I had seafood and pasta dish. If I were to be picky I would say I'd like more of the delicious sauce, but I know if I had asked for it I would have gotten it. The previous time we were there I had a lamb special and I couldn't get enough of it, it was superb and the Cacio e Pepe my wife had was so delicious I wanted to order one to go. We'll be back soon.”
“My girls took me to Cafe Veloce for my birthday and it was amazing! Service was great and the food was superb. I had the Dungeons pasta, yummy!!! It was my first time dinning at Cafe Veloce and will not be my last. Highly recommended.”
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“Noon Cafe is truly a gem. I’ve visited a couple of times in person, and I’ve also ordered delivery, and every experience has been excellent.
From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed with warm, genuine customer service that makes you feel valued and comfortable. The staff are attentive, kind, and always ready to help with a smile.
The food quality is outstanding — always fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, whether dining in or ordering delivery. Even through delivery, everything arrives well-packed, hot, and just as delicious as in the cafe.
Clean atmosphere, great service, and consistently high-quality food all in one place. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates quality and professionalism. I will definitely be coming back.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Our team of 8 booked a reservation for our holiday celebration. They seated us in a semi-private room (just the 8 of us!) and it was perfect for our needs. We ordered about 4 appetizers for the table, as well as beverages and meals for each. The oysters and toast with chevre and figs were my favorite. The aioli for dipping french fries was so good! I personally had the mushroom pasta with veggies added - it wasn't too heavy and had the perfect amount of sauce to noodle ratio. My spouse had the burger and it was perfectly cooked - we ended up taking half of it home. We were all too full for desserts, but the menu looked great!”
“Noon Cafe is truly a gem. I’ve visited a couple of times in person, and I’ve also ordered delivery, and every experience has been excellent.
From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed with warm, genuine customer service that makes you feel valued and comfortable. The staff are attentive, kind, and always ready to help with a smile.
The food quality is outstanding — always fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor, whether dining in or ordering delivery. Even through delivery, everything arrives well-packed, hot, and just as delicious as in the cafe.
Clean atmosphere, great service, and consistently high-quality food all in one place. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates quality and professionalism. I will definitely be coming back.”
“My son wanted to try gyros so we got some to go, they were SO good!! The artichoke dip & pita is great too.”
“BiBi is the best! We had a party catered and the food was fabulous and beautifully presented. Everyone loved it. Thank you BiBi!”
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“I'd like to think that the text I received was from the restaurant's owner. It was asking about our experience and I mentioned that the service was impeccable, the food was delicious, my wife said it was the best steak and pasta she's had for a long time, and I had seafood and pasta dish. If I were to be picky I would say I'd like more of the delicious sauce, but I know if I had asked for it I would have gotten it. The previous time we were there I had a lamb special and I couldn't get enough of it, it was superb and the Cacio e Pepe my wife had was so delicious I wanted to order one to go. We'll be back soon.”
“Simply the best sushi place I've ever been to. I've been here 4 times in the last month, and it's been an incredible experience ever single time. Staff is friendly, the chef is quick, and the menu is unique filled with creative rolls that you just won't find in other places. With a rotating beer tap that has something new every time, this place will continue to be #1 and keep us coming back.”
“I have visited this restaurant with my friends on Friday evening. Nice hospitality and service, should give 5 start for it. Good vegetable options were available, we tried the Paneer Hariyali(grilled and not fried) and it was very tasty; also other vegetable food was great and tasty. I also tried their Goat Biryani and found to be ok compared to other restaurant, definitely suggest to improve on Biryani taste.”
“Anthony’s HomePort @ Kirkland made my Birthday Special. First was greeted by a wonderful staff at the check in area. Then when seated at a wonderful window view was handed a cute Birthday card. The waitress was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and plentiful. But the cherry on top of the experience was the sunset view we had while dinning. Thank You Anthony’s for making my Birthday Special and unforgettable!”
“Been to many Italian restaurants being Italian living in Australia and to being at Ristorante Paradiso in Kirkland Washington Seattle was the best Italian restaurant I have ever been to. Service was outstanding and had the best white wine I have ever had in my life a memorable experience”
“This place was great my wife told me we were going here to pick up some Christmas presents 🎁 and I was pleasantly surprised what a great shop and the ladies behind the counter had all the information you needed on Anything they sold if you need a specific tea or items for tea then this is your SPOT !!! Great kirkland location !!!! Thank You”
“Went to the soft launch tonight and honestly have no critiques food was so delicious and the drinks too! Friendly service an amazing atmosphere 12 out of 10 recommend”
Takeout Restaurants
“I don’t usually eat Italian out because I feel I do a good job at home. This place is way better than I can do. The menu/ordering process is a little challenging to figure out but worth the challenge. We’ve been twice and both times excellent. The salads are great, house made mozzarella with these sweet tomatoes and a balsamic reduction - so good! Tonight I had the gluten free pasta with mushrooms and white truffle oil, fried tofu, homemade sausage and ghost pepper oil. It was so freaking good! The atmosphere is fun as well, open, vibrant colors and Italian pop music. Welcome addition to Totem Lake.”
“This place was great my wife told me we were going here to pick up some Christmas presents 🎁 and I was pleasantly surprised what a great shop and the ladies behind the counter had all the information you needed on Anything they sold if you need a specific tea or items for tea then this is your SPOT !!! Great kirkland location !!!! Thank You”
“Food was really good. Different experience than other Mongolian Grills with picking the protein, but they served generous portions. Was also pleasantly surprised that it came with a scoop of rice.
Really enjoyed the garlic sauce, ginger sauce, teriyaki sauce combined.”
“We were so happy to discover this place on our trip over to Kirkland from Seattle. The food was very yummy. We had the green beans, sweet and spicy eggplant, and General Tso's chicken. Portions are huge so that we will have another dinner at home tonight. The owner (I believe)/server was so nice. She gave us a sample of their soups and sent some home with us. We will be back!! Updated from previous review on 2026-01-28”
“30 minutes for a chicken sandwich. Staff was rude and tried to argue with me about how long chicken takes to cook. 🤦🏼♀️ Don't bother.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Side Hustle: Taproom & Experimental Kitchen in Kirkland is a great place to kick back and enjoy locally sourced beers, wines and food. Friendly servers and great atmosphere. Check it out!”
“I’ve been here a few times and I LOVE the tacos. The Birria here never fails to hit the spot! They’re super generous with the meat and cheese which I love. I recommend getting the beef cheese taco; it’s SO good you won’t regret it. I bring all my friends here. The workers are always so nice! I also got a churro Sundae thing with chocolate sauce and strawberry ice cream! love that they offer Halal because most taco places around don’t”
“We had an amazing experience at this place. Our food came out very fast, which was a big plus, and everything was absolutely delicious. The rolls were incredibly fresh, the fish was tender, and the avocado was perfectly ripe. The flavors were well balanced, not too heavy on sauces, just really enjoyable. You can tell the chefs care about quality. We honestly loved every bite and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!”
“The food was absolutely amazing especially the rib finger and ribeye steak.However, the service was a bit inconsistent. Some staff members were incredibly kind and attentive, while others seemed less welcoming and even placed the dishes on the table a bit abruptly.Overall, I’d still recommend it for the quality of the meat”
“This place is so great. Clean restaurant, wonderful authentic and fun atmosphere, and such excellent service. I had a carne asada taco combo with a horchata. The rice and beans were fresh and flavorful. The tacos were delicious and perfect. Horchata to top it all off.
Plus, I love burros. Easy five from me”
“Absolutely lovely experience here. All of the service was top notch, the food was excellent and presented well, and I felt very comfortable for the entire evening.”
“We had an amazing experience at this place. Our food came out very fast, which was a big plus, and everything was absolutely delicious. The rolls were incredibly fresh, the fish was tender, and the avocado was perfectly ripe. The flavors were well balanced, not too heavy on sauces, just really enjoyable. You can tell the chefs care about quality. We honestly loved every bite and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!”
Cheap Eats
“Solid work or study spot. The atmosphere is a little dingy, but I don't need much to be productive. There are several outlets (consider bringing a long cord, some are a little far from the table).
Also they forgot about my drink and I had to inquire about it, but I didn't mind much.”
“I used to live in the Juanita neighborhood of Kirkland. Now that I live in Shoreline, I don't get over much. If I need a latte or a place to write, I don't think about driving around the lake. The other day, I got an invitation to come over and meet someone. When I turned up Central, I remembered how much fun downtown Kirkland is. So many interesting places to visit and nary a chain retail business in sight.
One of the downsides of Kirkland is parking. I considered one of the bijillion paid spots, but I managed to find a 2 hour free spot not too far away from the coffee shop. I'm told that these spots have monitoring equipment to enforce the time limit. I was there for a little over the 2 hours with no ticket, so I don't know how true that is.
Thruline was busy, but not full. We found a table where we put our things to claim it while we went to the counter to order. I was happy to pay $11 for a latte and a breve.
Many of the customers are loyal regulars. My friend was greeted by name and several folks matched pictures on the wall. I asked how much coffee you had to drink to get a picture. Apparently, that information is a secret, as I was given vague non-responses.
When our name was called, I went up to fetch our drinks. They came in real mugs. I think coffee tastes better in a mug than in a cup. I like to think it is better for the environment too.
I admired the little heart in the foam and took a sip. Pretty tasty.
I have a hard time hearing in a crowded coffee shop. The noise level was not terrible, but I did miss a bit of our conversation.
People seem to like to hang out. During the couple of hours we were there, I did not notice the people around us changing. Several folks had their laptops out, so it might be a good place to get some writing done. If I ever move back to Kirkland, I'd enjoy being a regular here.”
“Just had the BBQ pork belly . Everything fresh and quality of the sandwich is outstanding, served with smiles. Lovely spot for delicious Banh mi (baguette with choice of meat and toppings) for a meal. Plus they have delicious Butterfly sunset tea,Black milk tea, Thai tea and fresh smoothies … All my favorite”
“Friendly staff they are welcoming and approachable. Reasonable prices. Great atmosphere. Wine selections are amazing.”
“Wonderful Italian restaurant. a Kirkland neighborhood treasure.”
“The food was absolutely amazing especially the rib finger and ribeye steak.However, the service was a bit inconsistent. Some staff members were incredibly kind and attentive, while others seemed less welcoming and even placed the dishes on the table a bit abruptly.Overall, I’d still recommend it for the quality of the meat”
“Delicious and fresh food. Great wait staff too. Highly recommend it!”
“Excellent food. Great service. A bit on the expensive side but great for a girls night out!”
“Simply the best sushi place I've ever been to. I've been here 4 times in the last month, and it's been an incredible experience ever single time. Staff is friendly, the chef is quick, and the menu is unique filled with creative rolls that you just won't find in other places. With a rotating beer tap that has something new every time, this place will continue to be #1 and keep us coming back.”
“Authentic, flavorful, and absolutely satisfying! The food tastes like it was made with real passion. Excellent service and a cozy environment. Highly recommend this spot for true Pakistani flavors”
Latest Reviews
“The food is consistently fresh with nice sized portions. There was plenty of everything including sauce and meat. It has become one of my mainstays for lunch and dinner. The staff is friendly and accommodating. This is the best food I have tasted in this genre. It’s a fantastic, do not miss place that you will love. From soup to plates and bowls to salads, it never disappoints. You will find yourself craving more every time.”
“I have visited this restaurant with my friends on Friday evening. Nice hospitality and service, should give 5 start for it. Good vegetable options were available, we tried the Paneer Hariyali(grilled and not fried) and it was very tasty; also other vegetable food was great and tasty. I also tried their Goat Biryani and found to be ok compared to other restaurant, definitely suggest to improve on Biryani taste.”
“Not only is the crispy rice and tuna, pork belly bun, and ramen delicious but they are also life savers. My best friend started choking and one of the employees came and gave her the Heimlich maneuver. Thank you for helping her! I tried to tip the employee and he refused. Really thank you. I know everyone’s adrenaline through the roof!”
“My first time there and I'm ready to go back for more! The people were friendly, kitchen was immaculate, and everything is made from scratch. We tried the Kofta, and Shawarma wraps, falafel, Greek fries, and a dessert and liked it all. (But just a hint - don't order your fries first because it's hard to stop eating them they are so crispy and tasty!). We will definitely go back and recommend it to others!!”
“How about this for a review - OH What good luck, I just ate the most magnificent duck. At Sparrows I darn near made a glutton and fool of myself. Roasted duck with a cherry port wine sauce. My, my, my a beautiful cherry surprise. A leg, thigh and breast accompanied with an Argintine red wine. Lord all mighty is in the most rewarding places. Sparrows is all up in my palate doing naughty things that taste so so so good. Enough said - get there. DLNewt”
“My Father's Day Surprise was a visit to Arleana's Restaurant in Kirkland, Washington. The atmosphere was very pleasant. The food was very good, especially the jerk syrup was was delicious. And I am very picky about jerk seasoning. The Bloody Mary had a unique flavor. It was not my traditional BM. But it was surprisingly great. It's quite a drive for me. But I will return for the selection of food, drink and ambiance. This was a great dining experience.”
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“How about this for a review - OH What good luck, I just ate the most magnificent duck. At Sparrows I darn near made a glutton and fool of myself. Roasted duck with a cherry port wine sauce. My, my, my a beautiful cherry surprise. A leg, thigh and breast accompanied with an Argintine red wine. Lord all mighty is in the most rewarding places. Sparrows is all up in my palate doing naughty things that taste so so so good. Enough said - get there. DLNewt”
“Anthony’s HomePort @ Kirkland made my Birthday Special. First was greeted by a wonderful staff at the check in area. Then when seated at a wonderful window view was handed a cute Birthday card. The waitress was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and plentiful. But the cherry on top of the experience was the sunset view we had while dinning. Thank You Anthony’s for making my Birthday Special and unforgettable!”
“The table was across the kitchen entrance. The restaurant was dim so every time the door opened it was bright lights in my face. My wife was facing the window and the kitchen light would reflect off the window and was bothering her as well. Everything else was fantastic.”
“Been to many Italian restaurants being Italian living in Australia and to being at Ristorante Paradiso in Kirkland Washington Seattle was the best Italian restaurant I have ever been to. Service was outstanding and had the best white wine I have ever had in my life a memorable experience”
“Great restaurant for the whole family! We visited on a weekday and there was plenty of seating available inside, which made it easy to get a table right away. The atmosphere was welcoming, the staff was attentive, and the food came out quickly. A nice spot to enjoy a relaxed meal together.”
“We celebrated my daughter's birthday with dinner at this restaurant, and it was our first time trying it out. We were thoroughly impressed! Everything we ordered was top-notch, but the standout dish was the Mughlai Chicken - it's hands down the best we've had in Seattle among all the Indian restaurants we've tried. The Tandoori Sizzler was also delicious, packed with flavor and utterly yummy. Highly recommend!”
“The place was very busy, this may cause a variety of unwanted situations some of which are caused by customers themselves. We had to wait a little over 20 minutes which is not unusual for the day and time especially when the food is reported to be very good. While we waited we checked the menu and ordered our food which came to us nice and hot and without much waiting. We found the service to be very good and the food was excellent. We had the chicken tikka massala and the mutton as our main plates and also had the fried kale "fritters" (I forgot the name) which was very tasty. Everything was good and we can say this is a great place for Indian food. Will return.”
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“We were so happy to discover this place on our trip over to Kirkland from Seattle. The food was very yummy. We had the green beans, sweet and spicy eggplant, and General Tso's chicken. Portions are huge so that we will have another dinner at home tonight. The owner (I believe)/server was so nice. She gave us a sample of their soups and sent some home with us. We will be back!! Updated from previous review on 2026-01-28”
“DELICIOUS! People need to start reviewing. I came here after 7 clients recommended them! So nice and friendly. Always willing to explain the flavors in such a cute place!”
“UH, FANTASTIC!! ✨️ Loooads of different, delicious flavors and for the quality the price of the macarons is reasonable! Took a box of 15 for myself to share [though.... 👀] and had one of the cardamom based flavors extra as a treat and great googly moogly, it was so good!! The gals that assisted me were patient and speedy; the shop was clean and well-laid with lil trinkets to purchase.”
“I meant to take a photo before I devoured my lunch.... but it smelled too good to wait.
Incredibly tender fried chicken, with a crispy outside... we'll definitely be coming back so I can try more things! The bites I stole of my partner's curry were also incredible, so maybe I'll get that next time?”
“Mendo Farms is one of my go-to's now for daily fare. Can't say enough about how courteous and considerate the staff are compared to most other establishments in Totem Lake. Erik, Filip, Julianna, Dave, Diana (I pretty much know them all by now) always greet you with smiles and enthusiasm. The menu is pretty unique and I'm hooked on the turkey avo. In a word, exceptional value all around.”
Recommended
“SOI Thai Restaurant closed shop in Seattle and reopened in the Kirkland Urban area. The place offers some great interior seating and aesthetics. We ordered several dishes, and they tasted great. Definitely recommend this place!”