This has to be one of my absolute favorite places I have been to in a long while. I came here after doing a solo birthday hike. Parking/entrance- let's get this out of the way. It's not easy to navigate but you do it once, you'll be fine from there on out. I would suggest parking in the garage and then once you leave the garage exit left and follow the signs to the lobby entrance. Once you're in the lobby, you'll be able to take the elevator all the way up. The staff- The customer service was fantastic. I sat at the bar area. I came shortly after opening so lots of open seating and options. It was fun chatting with the bar tender and the Bar manager who were not only personable but excellent recommendations. The ambiance is perfect for all occasions. You can do casual, business meeting lunch, date night, upscale cocktail lounge or friend meetup. This place can do it all. The food was delicious. Don't take my word for it, look at my photos. There was not a bad dish that I tried! Salmon cooked to perfection and that dessert.... OMG... so good. The drinks were fantastic. I liked them all and was able to venture into some new tries. I definitely plan to come back when I'm in the Bremerton area. In fact, I may just drive to Bremerton to come back. Excellent work Char Kitchen team!! read more

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I had high expectations coming into this restaurant, which can sometimes be a downfall. The decor was a bit odd for my taste -- a little too much red throughout the space. Red is such a subjective color, personally it doesn't create the most relaxing atmosphere. That said, the wall-to-wall windows gave the restaurant a beautiful view and helped brighten the space considerably. We had a reservation and were a little surprised to see outside seating, especially since we weren't given the option when booking or asked if we preferred a window table. One thing I absolutely appreciated was how incredibly clean everything was. The music level was also perfect -- present enough to add ambiance without being overwhelming. The standout of the meal was definitely the chowder. Honestly, I'd describe it more as a hybrid between a bisque and a chowder. When I think chowder, I picture thick potatoes and hearty seafood, but this was much smoother and creamier with just a few bits of seafood and maybe celery throughout. While it wasn't what I expected, it was absolutely delicious. And I will certainly order the next time I am here. My partner ordered the prime rib, which had an amazing smoky flavor and was probably the best entrée at the table. I had the New York steak, which unfortunately I probably wouldn't order again. I asked for medium rare and it came out closer to medium. The hollandaise sauce helped elevate it, but in my opinion a steak should stand on its own without needing the sauce to carry it. Potato confit was bland, probably would be better if used some duck fat and basic salt. I can't really speak for the cocktails, but I did try the Sucker Punch mocktail and it was delicious. Service was friendly overall, though it did feel a bit rushed toward the end of the meal. We were asked if we wanted anything boxed up while we were still actively eating, and I had literally just taken a bite when my plate was almost taken away. It felt unnecessary and took away from the relaxed dining experience. Overall, the restaurant was still good enough that I'm willing to give it a second shot. Maybe this was just an off night. read more

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finding a way into this restaurant is confusing and taxing. the vibe in absolutely confusing. putting kettle chips on a plate is so lazy in this day in age. like what are we even doing here? i can handle the cheaply made chairs. the service is fine but the staff does not gel well and it's as if they don't care if the customers see them argue. i really don't think i tasted a hint of seasoning throughout the meal. dessert seemed very premade and splashed together. if you are in the market for the same view but a tested and perfect menu Anthony's home port is across the street. i didn't hate this menu, or the staff, or the taste of the food. i can just spend a $100 on a solo dinner anywhere now and why in the wide world of sports would i want to spend on a dinner with kettle chips on the plate? mid dinner. i'd give my night out a 50% i don't see myself going again or bringing family or friends when there's better restaurants within a block or two . the waterfront view is honestly the best part of this location. the kettle chips are an insult to the view. read more

Visit: Thursday May 7th, 2026 My very pregnant cousin wanted to try Char Kitchen, so we decided to meet at 11am. We had never been here before and we were excited to try it. For starters, it was very confusing finding the restaurant. There was a single a-frame on the corner of Washington Ave & Second St but no other signs (that I saw). I walked in circles, up and down stairs to try to find my way to no avail. I was walking around for 30 minutes before giving up and I finally had to call the restaurant for directions! There needs to be additional signage for patrons to find their way. Now, my cousin and her husband were actually there at 11 and ordered their food when they were seated because her husband only had an hour for lunch before needing to return to work. I arrive 30 minutes late since I couldn't find the restaurant, and their food still wasn't served! She asked the waitress for her husbands food to be boxed up to go since it took so long and instead of them boxing it up in the kitchen, she brought the plate and the box for him to do it himself. I thought that was extremely lazy of the waitress. They already waited 20+ minutes for his food and they couldn't even box it up for him. Note: her food did not come out with his. She was still waiting for her meal. I ordered when his plate was dropped off and I got the same thing as my cousin: Smoke n Fire NY Strip ($33.00) 8oz cold smoked and charbroiled steak, five-pepper hollandaise, confit potatoes, and charred broccolini. The waitress puts in my order and returns with my drinks and lets my cousin know they over cooked her medium rare steak so they are remaking it and our steaks will be cooked at the same time so our meal will come out together. So why did I get my plate dropped off 2 minutes later and my cousins food was STILL no where to be found?? I assume they gave me her overcooked steak and then were still cooking hers. I find it unacceptable that she waited nearly 45 minutes to get her food, as a customer but especially as a pregnant woman. The plate presentation was beautiful. They did a great job on plating, and the steak was good! I don't think the five-pepper hollandaise really added anything flavor wise but the pop of color on the plate is needed- I just wish it didn't look like baby food. The confit potatoes were okay, but I think a classic mashed potatoes would've been better. I did not care for the broccolini at all and left it on the plate, which says a lot because I love broccoli & broccolini. So that was disappointing. All in all: location is hard to find for the first time. Staff is nice. Kitchen makes mistakes and is slow. Food presentation is beautiful. Waitress didn't ask for parking validation. I'm not sure if I would return to this restaurant on my own volition any time soon, but I would consider it months in the future if I hear it improves. read more

Char Kitchen - American Near Me - Bremerton, Washington

The entrance is not easy to find. Park in the parking garage (you can get validation) and when you follow the sign to exit on the left, go right. You have to go to the lobby entrance of that hotel/condo and either take the stairs or elevator up. Great lively atmosphere with TVs and music. Open kitchen concept which I like. We were seated right away, and our server was amazing! A great wine/cocktail and nonalcoholic menu. The menu options are very creative. I can't wait to go back and try more entrées. We ordered burgers but upgraded our sides. All of the burgers came with house-made kettle chips, but they have other options you can upgrade too. I feel like that's where the price got a little high. We were not made aware of how much extra it would be but also we did not ask. My pickled fries were absolutely delicious and I would get those again. That was an extra $5. My husband substituted for confit potatoes, which were good but an extra $9 but not worth that price. Lesson learned. Hands down delicious burgers!!! Mine was supposed to be chicken but they were out so I had a beef patty. I don't feel like I missed out anything. I am not someone that loves old fashions but I tasted my friends and immediately ordered one. I loved it! The deserts were great! That chocolate bomb was a great surprise and I would definitely order that again. It had a lot of flavors going on but it wall worked well together. Is it worth the drive?...yes read more

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The location alone is kind of a hidden gem, really beautiful with gorgeous views, and the inside has this super unique, funky vibe. It's like a mix between a bar, an upscale cocktail lounge, and a really solid date night spot. Service was honestly fantastic, friendly, attentive, and everything came out surprisingly fast. You can tell they're still finding their stride a bit in terms of flow, but it didn't take away from the experience at all. And most importantly... the FOOD. So good. Everything we had was genuinely delicious. As someone who eats gluten free, I really appreciated how many options there were (and they've got great vegan options too), but there's truly something for everyone on the menu. Also love that they're open later, feels like something our area has been missing. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't been yet! read more

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Omg the best food. Leave room for desert creme rules breading pudding is to die for. Staff was so nice and always around if we needed something. Scott was our server, he was always around if we needed anything. Meal was so good well worth the money. I will be back. read more

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What a wonderful addition to our community! The ambiance is a class act, modern, trendy, beautifully decorated! Tables and chairs are not your typical restaurant seating! The interior decorator deserves an A+! The menu is varied and has something for everyone! Living a vegetarian/vegan lifestyle in Kitsap is challenge, their menu has vegan choices! I had the beet burger, it was fabulous! It came with home cooked potato chips, liked that option vice French fries. My friend had the baby ribs from the appetizer section, wow, beautifully displayed with corn, he devoured everything on the plate. I had a refreshing spritz cocktail. The server was attentive and delivered superb customer service. The GM was introducing herself by going table to table. I was as there for lunch and there was a steady crowd the entire time. Highly recommend this wonderful new eatery, we have nothing like this in our community! Can't wait to go back. My only recommendation is to raise the beautiful light fixtures over the tables a little higher I witnessed several guests numb their heads on them getting up from their table. read more

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I will say up front that I wish I could've selected 4.5 stars, but it's not an option. We sat in the bar as the patio was full. The bar has an awesome vibe with a large window that was open to let in fresh air and offer an amazing view. I had a fabulous dirty martini that was made to perfection and my husband had the Charred Ember Old Fashioned, that he said was the best Old Fashioned he's ever had! Service from our waitress and the bar staff was superb! We shared three appetizers and ordered the halibut and fries. We started with the Yuzu Tuna Tartare, Bourbon Cherry Sticky Ribs, and the Char Broiled Seafood Stuffed Shrooms. All three were very tasty. I would gladly pay a little more for the Yuzu Tuna if they would give me more tuna and less corn though. My husband said the ribs were amazing and we both loved the shrooms, although I only ate one because I'm not a huge onion or garlic fan. Th sauce the shrooms were in was fantastic. The one disappointment was the Vodka & Beer Battered Halibut. While the fish was cooked nice, the batter was pale and greasy, and the fries were very greasy. I don't know if the grease wasn't hot enough or what the situation may have been, but it was not what we expected for $39. We know they just opened, so I'm sure some things still need to be tweaked. We will definitely be back! Bremerton needed a cool upscale vibe of a place, and this restaurant certainly is that. read more

Bremerton needed a top class restaurant like this and Chuck delivered ! I've always loved his other restaurant Whiskey Gulch, but Char is WG on steroids. The ambiance, food, service, drinks, and everything else was top notch. As a local resident, I cannot wait for the waterfront patio to be open as I will be spending a lot of my summer days/nights at Char. read more

Char Kitchen - Drinks for 3 - American Near Me - Bremerton, Washington

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The food is stellar. Top notch. The deserts were inovative. Every part of our experience from the drinks to the food to the service to the deserts was unexpectedly amazingly satisfying and adventurous. We were served by Alex. She was exceptional. Conversant at the level of conversation we chose, and so knowledgeable about the menu that it seemed we were speaking with the chef. She made the experience. Morgan stopped by and we had a pleasant visit with him as well. The ambiance and the pleasant attitude of the staff outshined even the view of the water. I would recommend this place to everyone who wants their dinner to be a destination. I have decide we will be here for our anniversary. It is that special. read more

Shannon was amazing! Five of us showed up on a Saturday around 5 and were sat after about a 25 minute wait where we enjoyed drinks and music videos near the fire place. The food was amazing as always and the drinks were delicious and timely. No complaints! read more

I am thrilled for Bremerton. A quality establishment, fantastic view, an atmosphere of fun and refreshing. Staff was so attentive. And the food... it was great! I am a vegan so I normally get prepared to be disappointed in most places I visit. But their vegan options were exciting and different, plus they had options! So many other places I go will take off items (proteins) and offer me a pile of lettuce at the same price. Sigh. I was not disappointed with Char. I enjoyed every element this place had to offer. I can't wait to return and try their vegan burger. This visit I tried their fishless and chips, so good! read more

We had the best dinner ever!! The food was incredible! We ordered the Jalepeno poppers, Seafood stuffed mushrooms (our fav!!) lunch box burger, and the prime rib! Everything was amazing. Antonio and Morgan took such great care of us. We will absolutely be back! read more

Char Kitchen has been open for five days and we've dined there twice. Everything was exceptional both times including delicious food and prompt and courteous service. Vegan selections we had included the Japanese Eggplant Po'Boy and the Walnut Beet Burger. We've also tried the Wild Mushroom Risotto, the Duck, Chicken & Sausage Gumbo and the Char Broiled Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms....all excellent. The restaurant validates parking in the garage under the building with an elevator up to the 3rd floor. Great views of the Bremerton Marina and Sinclair Inlet. read more

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Fantastic Time! We held my adult daughter's birthday dinner here on Sunday night of Memorial Day weekend. We had a large group of 13. We had made reservations ahead and were seated promptly once we arrived in a separate room off the main dining area. The restaurant was quite busy during our visit, but we could not tell. The service was excellent, our food came quick (surprising fast for a group of our size) & it was all delicious. We loved the corn ribs, chicken wings & gumbo appetizers. 3 of us had the salmon, 5 had either the prime rib or filet. The confit potatoes were fabulous too. We will be back. Highly recommend. read more

As a retired military officer having lived in numerous places from states bordering the Gulf of America to overseas, I've enjoyed fine dining experiences all over the country/world. In sum, I must state Char Kitchen is now on my Mt. Rushmore of the best four!! I greatly enjoyed a jaw-dropping, first-time repast this eventide! Beginning with the stellar efforts of our server, "Layna", to the delicious food/considerate chef, "Morgan", through the start-to-finish professionalism by GM Kristina Wade I was most impressed! Frankly, I find Char Kitchen to be on a par with premier restaurant dining I've had in Sydney, Australia, Seoul South Korea, Larissa, Greece, New York, Texas, Los Angeles, Florida, Las Vegas, and Washington, DC. Simply put, I found Char Kitchen to be fantastic, upper-level, upper-crust, with a down-home feel. The ambiance was awesome, the overall atmosphere was most pleasurable, convivial, and ethereal. Bremerton and Kitsap County has reached a much higher level of dining because Char Kitchen is here and leading the way! I'll definitely return again and again! Dr. E. Lee Felder, Jr. Current Bremerton Resident (NOT San Francisco as erroneously noted) read more

Was very excited to try this new place. Heard many positive things about it. When we walked in we were happily greeted and showed to our table. We got a great table with an amazing view. We were unsure of what to order and the waiter helped us navigate the menu and we settled on the corn ribs and seafood stuffed mushrooms. Both were great. Will come back soon! read more

Char Kitchen - Seafood stuffed mushrooms. - American Near Me - Bremerton, Washington

Great vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options, all that we tried were delicious. The server was very friendly and attentive. My only complaint was the bar service was a bit slow. The restaurant has only been open a week, so I would chalk it up to that. I will definitely be going back. There is a beautiful view of the Bremerton harbor/marina area. read more

Fabulous meal at Char Kitchen! My salmon was cooked perfectly, & I'm really fussy about how my fish is cooked! The accompanying angel pasta was just right, not overly cooked or overpowering & the greens were perfection. So glad to have this new cool and classy restaurant in Bremerton! The one thing I would change is my Makers Mark Manhattan on the rocks came in what appeared to be a water glass & not a rocks glass. I didn't like that, & the four adults at my table agreed a rocks class would have been a better choice. Other than that, 5 out of 5! read more

Stopped by Char Kitchen today and I must say it was a 10 out of 10 on all levels! Food was beyond great, atmosphere was great, staff was exceptional! Cocktails were also superb!!Thank you Rachael for your great service...you checked on us multiple times and we didn't have to wait long on anything! Also, a thank you to Josh (manager) for coming around and checking on all the tables and spending the time to ask people about their experience...quality service all around! Don't forget...they validate parking! Rick had two appetizers and they are very shareable (big portions), and I had a steak entree. I forget the exact name of the dishes but I have included the pics. One was a mushroom appetizer and the other was ribs. I found the menu online but can't zoom in to read it...lol! Anyway, I say check them out, it's well worth it. Address is 240 Washington Ave, Bremerton, suite 300. Take the elevator...the floor is marked with a Char Kitchen sign. I believe it's on the 3rd floor. read more

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