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“There is true joy in a calming meal. There is even greater joy in a cozy late night meal. We're greatly looking forward to our next visit, and I would like to say an extra thank you to Kim, who was refreshingly enthusiastic and kind. I hope my more exhausted maner didn't seem like I was disappointed in my meal. I was very pleased and inspired, Shinya Shokudō is definitely worth gate keeping to be sure but joy is best shared. Thank you again for a lovely and refreshing meal.“
“Great ambience and spacious restaurant. I had Paneer Biriyani and it tastes amazing. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who loves authentic Biriyani..“
“I have been dining at Teapot for around 25 years, since their early Capitol Hill location. Over time and my evolving tastes and the changing vegan restaurant scene I have only grown more fond of this unique Jem. I was so bummed to hear they were supposed to close at the end of this year due to lease issues. But while visiting family I drove by and saw it open and sure enough their lease is extended for a year (at least). So go check out if you haven’t before, and pay another visit (or many) if you are already a fan. Updated from previous review on 2025-12-26“
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“We had an amazing dining experience! The food was excellent, and the service was truly the best.“
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“Absolutely amazing! Every bite was perfect.“
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“Our lunch at Dukes on Friday was outstanding. Their chowders are very flavorful, four different ones, each unique. And the Dungeness crab salad, well, what can you say? Amazing! Thank you for a great dining experience in Bellevue!“
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“Our family’s go-to in the Bellevue-Issaquah area.“
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“Our server Xiaoming was so nice! They were sold out of some items but she was so nice when explaining it and also was able to explain it so thoroughly! I always love coming to haidilao and the food was so good as always! Thank you guys so much 😍“
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“Hello,
I live in downtown Kirkland area, and I have always loved Ivar's Seafood Bar. Even though I don’t eat out often, your food has always been one of my favorite choices.
During my last visit, I noticed a small fly on the edge of my plate. When I brought it to the register, the staff member who was otherwise very kind and helpful touched the edge of my plate with their hand and removed it, saying it was “just a herb.” In that moment, I didn’t know how to react, so I returned to my table and continued eating.
However, afterward I felt uncomfortable and unsettled. Part of me even questioned myself, but at the same time I couldn’t ignore that my plate had been touched. It affected me more than I expected I felt uneasy, and it stayed with me.
What makes me most sad is that I now feel like I can’t come back to a place I truly love. I find myself hesitating, as if I might experience something similar again. I believe this was an unintentional mistake, and I do not want anyone to get in trouble. I have respect for your team and understand that people can make small mistakes.
I kindly ask please ensure that situations like this are handled with care, and that no one touches a customer’s plate.
Thank you for your understanding. I’m sure you will take this into consideration.
I truly hope something can be done so I can feel comfortable coming back again, because right now I find it difficult to return to a place I really love.
If needed, I would be willing to share details of my visit to help you review the situation.
Sincerely,“
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“Went for a seafood boil and it was beyond delicious. Timely serving, absolutely heaping boil, and the Cajun seasoning was to die for. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be making it a frequent dinner spot with my family!“
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“The best Crab I ever ate in my lifetime ? amazing family Restaurant! My family will be here every month!“
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“I had a shrimp Caesar salad and it was quite tasty!😋“
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“The service was great . I liked the fish items .“
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“New Englander through and through got the Cajun fish basket and clam chowder. First time here went off what was recommended. Cajun fish fry was great snappy crust flaky fish, chowder well, more like soup but still flavorful. I am biased but still solid food for just arriving to Seattle living on 4hrs of sleep.“
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“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!“
“I have bought many different canned crabmeat products through out the years, but this was the second time I used this product. Not only is the taste sweater but when you sort through the meat, there is very little cartliage . Still have to sort but once is enough,“
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“We had a great experience here tonight. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Food came quickly and was delicious!! We will be back again. My husband loved the jambalaya.“
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“We love it and loved the food“
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“Love love love this place! Super friendly service, amazing food for all times of the day and something for everyone. We’ll be putting this high on our list of regular stops.“
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“A local Seattle friend took us to a seafood restaurant, and the grilled lobster was indeed a masterpiece, Q-bouncing as if it were fighting with my teeth ...... Steak grilled octopus fried squid clam chowder are all this 👍🏻 and the final dessert of caramelised bread pudding was amazing! The meal cost nearly $650 plus a $100 tip, so it was worth it, haha!😁😋😋I'll be back next time.“
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“The food is great and the service is even better. Sam is a wonderful attentive server who anticipated my needs and those of my 12-year-old son. He was managing during our visit but took the time to greet us, check in on us and make sure each dish was perfect.“
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“First time there tonight. Very,very Good! Met my Daughter there and both the Server (Michelle) and the owner (Keith) were very attentive & welcoming. Food was great & plentiful. Looking forward to returning.“
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“I've been a Seattle resident my entire life and I've probably been going to Ivar's restaurants almost as long. Let's put it this way, I'm old enough to remember Ivar Haglund's commercials and his guest appearances on the JP Patches show. 😆
I've been meaning to write a review of the Issaquah Ivar's because I'm a local and I've always had such good experiences there. Truthfully, I didn't even realize there was an Ivar's in Issaquah until just a few years ago.
As a former restaurant worker (Shari's) many years back, I'm pretty picky when it comes to restaurants. Here's what I like about this one:
About the restaurant:
-It's clean.
-Bathrooms are well maintained.
-Tables are cleared quickly.
-The drink and condiment section (sodas, ketchup, tartar sauce stuff, etc.) always seems to be well-stocked with everything.
-Floors are clean too.
-Have I mentioned it's clean? lol
-The food is always served hot and fresh. Fries are crispy, fish is crispy, chowder is *amazing*, salads are good. My kids don't like the coleslaw (I think it's good) but they love all the other stuff on the menu.
About the people who work there:
-Great, personable customer service.
-The people who work there are quick when you need something.
-I'm not sure who the red-headed manager lady is but she's really attentive, helpful, and funny. Ever since she started working there, that Ivar's location has really improved on all levels. The previous management was OK but this manager really seems to go above and beyond.
-Bob - Have you met Bob? He's an older gentleman who works there and he's seriously an Issaquah legend. My whole family loves Bob! He is the kindest man and we always look forward to seeing him there. I mean, this Ivar's is good but Bob really sells it. He's definitely one of a kind.
Overall, I feel comfortable eating at this restaurant because they seem to run a tight ship. As far as restaurants go, it's one of the cleanest I've been to anywhere.
And now I'm hungry and need some fish and chips. lol.
(Sorry I don't have better photos. I'm one of those people who pretty much only take pictures of food.)“
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“What they lack in space they make up for in freshness, flavor and presentation. Tried lots of different rolls and the chicken teriyaki w gyoza and it was all amazing. P.S. komorebi is a Japanese word for light peeking through the leaves of trees and casting patterns. Perfect name for a such a little spot with such beautiful food.“
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“Best people. Best food!😀“
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“Amazing bartenders and drinks!“
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“we was passing through on our way home to Yakima & stopped to eat lunch. Thank you the service staff & food was great!“
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“Our server, Freya, was outstanding. We will ask for her again.“
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“We came for the pool tournament and stayed for the steak! Absolutely incredible food! Highly recommended! Hospitality and service were top notch. From the time I gave them my card I was addressed by my first name and treated like a friend. Couldn’t ask for a better night! 5 star!!“
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“Very fine Japanese restaurant!“
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“I ordered the KungPao chicken lunch special with fried rice and hot and shoup. Aside from being super affordable, the taste was great too! The fried rice surprised me the most. It had a really good taste and is pretty authentic. The hot and sour soup was a perfect mix of sour and salty. The kungpao chicken is good too. Next week, I'll try the garlic chicken.
P.S: the owner is friendly too.“
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“Delicious meal and dessert.“
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“Delicious sushi!! Modern, bright and clean. We will definitely be back!!“
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“The hotpot I eat most often with friends is Lao Pier. The first time I ate flying pancakes was at Lao Pier. Now that I think about it, it still tastes delicious.“
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“Excellent food. I came to Kirkland to visit my daughter. Since there are no good Chinese places in Yakima, I decided to take everyone out to this place. Mongolian beef was the best I had in a long time. Hot and sour soup just the way I like it. Great service and the food was fast and fresh. Hope to go back there again one day.“
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“First time there, Had the single cheeseburger, fries and large Chocolate Malt! The meal was fresh, hot and delicious! The Chocolate Malt??? They know how to make one!!! I'll be back :)“
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“Their food is awesome. One of my favorite places to eat.“
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“Thank you, Brother Nai, for treating me to such a deliciously rich bowl of your fish soup.
I came in with little money on a cold, overcast day, and was going to buy what I could afford, but the chef and staff took great care of me, making sure I had a regular bowl of soup.
I will never forget to repay such kindness.
Thank you for sharing your hospitality, food and culture with me—for seeing me as a human.
God bless you 😌🙏🏽 谢谢“
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“delicious food every time great service and good Boba to 🤤 5 star“
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“The chow mein tastes exactly how it's supposed to, which sounds insane, but I swear it makes sense. The food is consistently cooked to perfection, the staff are super lovely, and the vibe is comfy. There is a fish that will stare at you uncomfortably depending on where you're seated, but I think that's a feature rather than any kind of detriment.“
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“Jac was incredible with the service, our hibachi chef might be under utilizing his talents and abilities. He should be on Americas got talent so that he can change the world with his spatula maneuvering abilities.
Very entertaining, food was incredible and service left us flabbergasted . Life changing, I’ve converted to Christianity because of this place, Jesus is Lord.“
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“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.“
“Note that this place is inside the Marriott hotel. We had the Valentine's Day special. 3 course meal with wine pairing is what was advertised. Once seated at our reserved table, the server asked if they could get us a drink. I had to remind them that we had the special. A sparkling rosé was brought to the table. No explanation or info provided about the wine. Salad followed promptly. The main course came out with its wine pairing. Again no description of the food or wine was given. We were not asked how we would like our steaks cooked, luckily the chef knew what they were doing. Food was prepared perfectly with great flavors. Dessert was next. When I asked for the wine that was to be served with dessert, I was told that the wine pairing was only for the main course. I inquired as to why we were given the rosé with our salad since I didn't order it. The server checked with the manager and confirmed that it was only for the main course and the rosé was just a Valentine's Day “treat”. The server ended up bringing 2 more glasses of rosé on the house. Food was good enough for the price to go back. Dress up or down -“
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“Bien rica la comida deliciosa 👌👌👌lo recomiendo al 100 💯“
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“The food was excellent, and the waitress was very attentive. I had the wonton soup, crispy honey walnut chicken, garlic string beans, and the short ribs. Every dish was very good. If I had to choose a favorite it was probably the honey walnut chicken because it had a very satisfying crispy texture on the outside.“
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“A few of these reviews are very helpful! The one thing I was looking for that I didn't see was the trailer temp for loading. It looks like they want reefers set to -10. Doesn't seem like a big deal to have it pre-chilled as I'm sure it would have said so in my load information, but I would've liked to have mine already running at the correct temp before I arrived.“