Came with my husband on a Saturday evening for date night. The ambiance of this spot is really cute and cozy. Very intimate and perfect for a date. They have two tasting menus (omnivorous and vegetarian) which I appreciate. We both chose the omnivorous. Portions are tiny but there's a lot of courses. A huge downside for us was how long in between courses there was. We were getting pretty hungry at one point and our conversation fell into a lull because we were just eager for food lol. The experience was around 3.5 hours. It would have been a lot better if it stuck to 2 hours. Maybe 3 max. Food was beautifully presented and quite tasty though! read more

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Just Wow, I had my eyes on this place for a while, the menu was intriguing and it looked like it had a unique and interesting ambience. Boy was I not disappointed! . One creative dish after another, each exciting my palate in new and different ways, mixing unexpected ingredients together for a surprisingly refreshing experience The restaurant itself kept one's eyes busy, a semi-mediaeval ambience reinforced the feeling of being someplace special, even exotic. The service was excellent and also very friendly. The server doubled as a bartender and was eager to create interesting concoctions on demand, lending his own creativity to the process. This place is highly recommended if you are looking for unique and interesting experiences - and quality on top of that read more

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Celebrated our anniversary dinner tonight with the Chef's Table experience. We've been to a lot of fantastic restaurants and this was hands down the BEST dinner I've ever had. Eating in the small kitchen while watching Chef Zac and Ben plate up the food, asking him how he made a specific dish was such a unique experience. He makes everything sound easy to make, but the presentation and flavors were unreal. Our favorites were the wagyu tartar, black cod and corn soup. At one point when we had the first bite of the wagyu tartar, my husband turned to me and said, "This may be the best bite of food I've ever had." Enough said. It's not cheap, but worth every penny. Just go here. You won't regret it. Thanks to Zac, Ben and Sheady for making our anniversary an unforgettable one. read more

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We made a reservation for Saturday 8PM. We were a little late but the staff was friendly and still able to serve all the dishes on the course. We chose omnivore menu as we were not vegetarians. I learned that they change their menu every month. Each dish was made beautifully and had good flavor. But I thought the portions were a little too small, and I was not full at the end of the course. The restaurant was beautifully decorated. Parking was street parking. We ended up parking in the paid parking lot near by. read more

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I went to this beautiful spot for dinner on a rare Friday night off. What a pleasure. The bartender/manager helped me through my culinary adventure. I was immediately told by the lady sitting next to me that I wouldn't be disappointed, and I was certainly not let down. The cocktails and wine list were spectacular. The bartender/manager was an amazing tour guide through an awesome tasting menu of fried smoked beet, tuna belly, new york strip and potato pavé, and brought a couple off the menu treats between courses. Finished the evening off with a frozen "apple pie" and a chocolate bread pudding that were to die for - I wanted to mop up all that blood orange sauce! Do yourself a favor, make a reservation and treat yourself to the best meal you've ever had. I thought that the prices were reasonable for such great food, and I can't wait to go back again. read more

This is a local spot and we've been meaning to go for years. We were able to go for my husband's birthday tonight and we did the omnivore tasting menu (seven courses plus an amuse). We skipped the wine pairing but did do a wonderful bottle of sparkling rose. Overall, it was a great experience. The individual dishes were nuanced and flavorful. Mist had great depth and balance of flavors--some more than others (details below). All of the plating was immaculate. The venue itself is a beautiful and cozy space. The service is focused, friendly, andattentive. If you're still reading, here's the nitty-gritty: It began with a fun little "amuse." Cubed (compressed?) apple and a wafer. The first course was a smoked delicata squash tempura. This was lovely and balanced. Next was a pork loin saam. Again, very balanced. I love the pork, scallop and radicchio. The next course, the corn tamale. This was the first course we didn't love. The saucing was great but the masa felt a little dry. Next was a seared chicken thigh. It was good, but not as impressive as the first few dishes. The next course was described as pan roasted steelhead with a chicken and bacon soup. I would say it was more of a sauce than a soup. The last savory dish was the best: a wagyu short rib with coconut rice noodles. It was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The dessert was a kabocha squash upside down cake. This was also very good but tasted ever-so-slightly burnt. For some reason, they served a second a dessert. Basically drinking chocolate with berries/gummies. While I always love an add-on, this seemed unnecessary and it didn't fit the flavor profiles of the evening (it felt like a side journey and not a part of the tasting we had been on). Overall, a wonder experience. We would love to go back again to see how the menu evolves with the seasons. Note, it's an extravagant experience (costly). But this a wonderful venue and experience for any foodie. read more

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The food and service are great. Gorgeous, delicious cocktails. The setting is intimate and unique-----one must see the fascinating, historic, murals on the walls to believe them!! They take you to another place. Bench cushions and comfier chairs would make sitting for a seven-course meal easier and provide warmth in the winter. More hot drinks and teas would help with staying warm too. read more

I'm super bummed, this was for many years one of the best restaurants on the hill. Tonight's tasting menu ranged from disappointing (wagyu steak that was underseasoned with overseasoned potatoes and overly-saffroned polenta) to full on disgusting (tiramisu semi freddo but make it completely melted with frozen chunks of buttercream and what tasted like instant coffee). There were two decent courses, and the rest were super not good. Service was awful, which I'm happy to overlook because they were short staffed at the front of house. But the food itself was so upsetting that I can't justify giving this meal more than two stars. read more

I was visiting Seattle for a wedding. We came here for the wedding reception. The menu was a tasting menu, my favorite!! The restaurant is on the smaller side, which was perfect for a 24 person wedding. There was enough light to see the menus and everyone without having to use the flashlight on my phone. I hate when restaurants are so dark that you need to use your phone light. I was also able to have a conversation with people at my table and not have to scream or strain to hear them!! Aka no loud music! I thought this was a great dinner spot for a small wedding reception. There was enough room so it didn't feel crowded, and you could also mingle. But when it was time to eat dinner, you got to sit with the people at your table and enjoy the meal. The setup for the wedding was so simply elegant. We were all provided with tasting menus. Each dish was decadent and divine. I am on a LOW FODMAP diet so it was really nice that the chef was able to accommodate and make my dishes without onion, garlic, or gluten. Even with these changes, the food was spectacular. Each bite was flavorful, and I wanted more. We walked here from our Airbnb so I can't speak to parking. I hope to visit this restaurant again! read more

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Laid back, casual fine dining is actually a thing! This place is a study in contrasts. The place is both cozy and spread out and roomy - you're not jammed in with another table listening to your conversation. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable without being intrusive - they will give brief information and happily answer questions but won't make the whole dinner about them. The real star, of course. Is the food. I had the non vegetarian pairing and my spouse has the vegetarian pairing. Each bite was completely amazing - with bold flavors and textures. My favorite dish might have been the first one - the fried oyster - or was it the corned beef in tom kha gai sauce? Everything was wonderful and I keep thinking about it. We also did the drink pairing. Bold and creative wines and even a few surprises, like beer and sake. Can't wait for the next special occasion to go again! read more

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Cook Weaver is definitely one of those finds that make you realize how truly amazing it is that a family can run a restaurant in a big city like Seattle and survive. This is literally the dream of the Dad in the kitchen and the Mom in the front of the house. What they specialize in is tasting menus and on this August day, they definitely did not disappoint. What is really great is that it is incredibly reasonably priced and they will do all kinds of adjusting, so they have a vegetarian menu and do a great job of adjusting things for you. The appetizers were just great. We loved the fried smoked cod, it was just so delicate. And the sauteed zucchini was really a dream. The rich carrot condiment was terrific. The squid ink noodles were great and the salmon was done to perfection. Finally, the chicken thigh was really tasty. The menu changes all the time, but the two times we've been here have been great. read more

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Food- 3.5 stars Service- 1.5 stars Ambience- 3 stars Would recommend, if you have 3.5hrs for a meal. We came here for my husband's birthday and was pretty excited. Unfortunately it was one of the coldest days in Seattle, lol so temperature in the restaurant was not ideal. Given it's an older building, totally understand that they may not be equipped to keep the place warm. That was not the issue. There were 3 other couples in the restaurant during this time, so not exactly busy. The host/server was nice, however she rarely checked in on us and did not try to engage with us. We sat down and she told us we get to choose the vegetarian or omnivore tasting. We were fine with this, as we expected it, however another couple came in later and they were able to order al a cart and not do the tasting menu. The food was pretty tasty (on the saltier side) but unfortunately it took about 30mins in between each dish, in the freezing cold... it just ruined the whole experience. Our server also never checked in on us and one of the gals from the kitchen was serving us... she looked like she hated her job lol... when describing the dishes. 3.5hrs for a 7 course meal later, my husband and I were over this place, and looking around so were the other couples at the restaurant. We joked that we could have drove up to Vancouver Canada and back in that time. Lots of potential but service needs to be reviewed. Can't imagine going here knowing a busier day, could be an all day affair read more

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Gosh, what an interesting and mixed experience. This place has tons of potential, but the experience felt haphazard with basic service. I'll go a second time to see if we caught them on an off night. What's great: - Vegetarian tasting menu was exceptionally good with fun, unique dishes, perhaps the best in the city What's good: - Omnivore tasting menu was solidly good with a couple good/great dishes and a couple less good ones What's disappointing: - Service was basic, especially for the price point. Basic things like refilling water or getting a second drink were a challenge. Even things like the music was only turned on halfway into dinner. - The omnivore menu had a very similar flavor profile throughout the menu focused on beef broth. I wish I got the vegetarian option instead. read more

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This has been by far the best Foody experience I've yet to experience. Showcases the gourmet artistry dishes of a James Beard chef balanced out with a down to earth homey atmosphere. I got to indulge in the chef's table and experience and it did not disappoint!!! I lost track of how many dishes we actually ate because one after the other was a total mouthgasm. The stand out dishes for me tho were the Steak Tartar, Washington Wagu, Cod and Mushroom soup. Not only were my taste buds fully engaged with the palette journey we were taken on but the precise placement of each ingredient was like looking at a work of art on a dish that you could eat. Textures are such a thing when it comes to eating and I was soooo thoroughly impressed. By far the best dining experience I've ever had and I would definitely come back to see what the Chef will create next. If you're in seattle and looking for a phenomenal dining place this is the spot! read more

Cook Weaver - Chefs table Menu - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came for pre birthday dinner and have enjoyed the experience. I got the vegetarian tasting menu and my husband got the Non veg one, wanted to try more,hehe both were delicious! Drinks were superb too- got the Princess Swan and Garden Jewel. Reservations are required, the place is easy to miss. It's more like a place in basement, but the ambience is great. Both the mon veg and veg were paired beautifully with right ingredients. If you want to try 3 and dessert, it costs less compared to the 7 tastings menu. Definitely a place to celebrate big days, date night! read more

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Located in Cap hill, consisting of a 7 course tasting menu for both veg and non veggie peeps and quirky ambiance. Everything they served was dainty. Initially, looking at the quantity I felt it may not be enough as a meal. I was wrong, the food really stuffs you well. There is not a single course that I disliked. From soup, to the fish and desserts everything was so presentable and enticing. Their menu keeps changing every month I believe. The service was really excellent. The server explains you about every course that is served. Definitely recommend this restaurant! read more

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Sat outside with a friend and had the omnivore tasting menu and cocktails. Cocktails were great. Tasting menu was excellent, we liked every single dish. The crab / fried chicken was a favorite, but even the turnip/radish dish, which didn't appeal that much on paper, was quite good. Servers were friendly and pro. Setting was really nice, across the street from a handsome building that houses the Mexican consulate. My only complaint, and it's a minor one, is if I pay $95 for dinner, I don't want to still be a little hungry at the end. But I would happily go back again and again if I lived nearby. read more

Cook Weaver - Omnivore tasting menu - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cook Weaver is the ideal spot for a unique dinner with their tasting menu! They offer 3, 5, and 7 course options. I chose to go with the 7 course, non vegetarian option since it was my first time - initially, I thought the dishes were small, but after 7 courses, I was stuffed. I'll probably go with the 5 courses next time. Also I recommend making reservations if you can because I think I saw the waiter turn away folks even though it was a Wednesday night. They also have an awesome block signaling system, where you can turn over the block for immediate service. Our waiter was amazing and so helpful! My favorite dish was probably the cod, but it's difficult to choose. read more

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We went there for November tasting menu and we were disappointed when our whole party couldn't even finish the main dish ( roasted chicken thigh ). Bitterness was overpowering everything else and can't taste anything else. Other dishes weren't that memorable either. However, the ambiance and staff were amazing. We would love to give it another try, hoping they were just having an off seasonal menu. read more

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I have been to Cook Weaver 5 times now and it is amazing every time. They are now a tasting menu and they have a lot of amazing flavors. The vegetarian tasting menu is so savory. This time was the best I have ever had there with lots of mushrooms and nori. The service was so friendly and fun. The murals are gorgeous and the building is a cute little spot. I will continue to come here for special times in my life. Some of the best dishes of my life, definitely on par with Michelin starred restaurants we have tried in the past. The other members of my party raved about the omnivore menu. Pricey but definitely worth every penny. The wine pairing was great too with some really unique choices. read more

Cook Weaver - Scallop - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Went for our first time to celebrate my son's birthday. It was truly a memorable experience! The food, the restaurant and the service were excellent! It left us thinking about and talking about it for days after. read more

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Exceptional dining experience. The food is top notch. Seasonal ingredients, unique combinations, amazing flavors, beautiful presentation. This is a perfect spot to celebrate an occasion or go for a date night. They have vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian tasting menu, so it's perfect for heterogenous groups as well. They change their menu frequently, we will definitely go back to try out more of their innovative cooking. If you are not hungry enough for a 7 course tasting menu you can also choose 5 course or 3 course. For the quality of food and service provided here, it's very modestly priced. This was easily one of the finest dining experiences in Seattle. read more

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Came to celebrate my brother's birthday and give him his first tasting menu experience. SO glad I picked Cook Weaver. The restaurant has a super cozy and relaxing mood which the staff also helped create by being so inviting and making us laugh through the whole meal. The flavors were amazing and every course had something new to bring to round out the meal. I was continuously surprised in the best way and kept wanting more of everything. Was definitely full by the end though - the seven courses really are enough to totally fill you up. They even joked about how if I'd felt like I needed to stop by Dicks for a burger on my way home, they'd have known they did it wrong :D As far as im concerned though, they absolutely did everything right read more

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I can't believe it's only $75 a head for seven courses + amuse of absolutely dazzling eurasian fusion in an equally impressive (without being snooty) setting. Our server, Sheady (bb I'm so sorry if I spelled your name wrong!), kept us entertained throughout our meal. I love the staff/owners here. Everything was SO EFFING GOOD. The food came out at the perfect pace. The wine pairings were fantastic. I love you guys! Thank you for a wonderful experience! We will absolutely be back. read more

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Very nice ambiance and Some dishes absolutely were excellent. I did the bar menu and thought it was a fun experience. Got a few extra dishes then expected which was definitely a great perk. I think they need more waiters since it seemed like the only person was also the bar tender. He was great but I could tell he was overworked even in a small restaurant and not full capacity. read more

This restaurant is one of the few restaurants with a tasting menu in the Seattle area. I used to live near NYC where tasting menus are a bigger thing- this place nailed the flavor and texture in every dish. The service and wine parings were also top notch. Some people were dressed casual, overall the place has great and fancy food, but it's not stuffy (e.g. people in suits). Great date night place, will be back. read more

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Dream about the food Each bite a beautiful song Drinks paired perfectly -a haiku review read more

I was here about two years ago and, while I did like the food, I didn't like it enough to write home about - or at least to write about on Yelp. But here I am, two years later, about to wax poetic about how pleased I was about the food and service. My partner and I decided to walk into Cook Weaver at around 7 on a Wednesday night. We didn't have any trouble getting seated, though we were asked initially if we had a reservation. We decided to get one appetizer and two entrees: -Kohlrabi "gratin" -Pastrami-cured steelhead trout -Crab seasoning fried chicken We asked the waiter if this was enough, and he said it might be just enough. Turned out that it was plenty of food! The kohlrabi gratin was a textural wonderland. Crispy lentils, tasty and perfectly cooked kohlrabi cake. Very good. Next was the pastrami-cured steelhead trout, which we were instructed to handle like temaki. I'd add a shiso leaf, a sprig of tarragon, some trout and some of the pickled salad onto a lettuce leaf and I was in for a delicious bite. Finally, we had the crab seasoning fried chicken, which was cooked more as tempura chicken. But in all honesty, I actually preferred that. This dish was so, SO tasty. I loved the fried chinese celery that it came with as well. So good. As a caveat, I'm usually pretty critical of places that proclaim themselves as "Eurasian" or "Asian fusion", but the food here is SO unique that I'm totally OK with anything they decide to do here. Plus they poke fun at themselves and called it "inauthentic". So yeah, Cook Weaver, you're more than welcome to take my money. read more

Cook Weaver - Kohlrabi "gratin" at Cook Weaver in Capitol Hill. - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This is a hidden gem of a restaurant that really deserves more attention! We did the vegetarian tasting menu, which they were graciously able to make vegan. Absolutely superb. Arrive hungry and do the full tasting menu instead of the abbreviated version, which drops what are in my opinion some of the better dishes. The price point of the food is surprisingly good. I'd put CW at a notch below Cafe Juanita and Canlis in quality and creativity, and yet the prices are easily less than 50% of each. Solid wine menu, too. Service was great. We arrived in the earlier side, and when the restaurant started to get busy, other servers would come to our table when they noticed that our server was busy helping another table. I love the location, too. Read up on the history of the building beforehand, or better yet, ask your server about it. The mural is just so cool. Note that the building is not air conditioned. We went one of Seattle's unfortunately not all too uncommon hot days. They keep the door opened, and the temperature was much cooler than I expected. One last comment... it's a pet peeve of mine that restaurants never respond to emails or inquiries made through their web site. Cook Weaver is awesome in this respect. I sent a few emails to them beforehand, and always received answers literally within hours. read more

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This place was pretty good. I like that they had a tasting menu and accommodated for different dietary restrictions. I enjoyed most of the courses but unfortunately did not like the last two. I think the combination of the flavors for those two were a bit off for me. This was fun though! read more

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I'd been tempted to try Cook Weaver since it opened, but what kept me from going is exactly why I took off one star: the dishes really don't work together, and the menu is a bit of a cluster... But I'd go back! The service, servers and food were all pretty damn amazing. It was an experience. My dinner companion and I got the lasagna (with pablano sauce), some African sausage stew-like dish with rice dumplings and shrimp and corn, and BBQ'd fish with some house-made horseradish garnish and tons of bright, strange sauce all over the place. All over the place... that's exactly how I'd describe their chef's leanings. Eclectic? All the food was good, but just a little... odd. The sauces were all so loud and weird, but it was an amazing meal, and I can't say at all that it was bad, or anything. Just a mouthful of different flavors, all kind of pulling in different directions. I'd come back just to check out the other options and be slightly weirded out haha. The service though was amazing. There's a real family vibe there among the staff, and it's a bit contagious. Everyone was having fun, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Wines were also fantastic. read more

Cook Weaver - Lasagna, African stew, BBQ fish - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

this restaurant had changed its menu as of June 19th, 2025, so all of these delicious dishes you all see on the web, don't exist and don't apply anymore. it's a Disaster!!!. please don't go: you'll safe $$$$$ by not trying mediocre overpriced food. the waitress confused us by describing appetizer as a raw nigiri, but we've got overcooked Tuna. The staff didn't want to hear our request for medium rare steak, so we've got what "chef's recommended": overcooked wague skirt steak for $$$$$. the "large shareable plates" as per their menu were barely enough for one person. read more

I wanted to love this place but I give our meal a 3.5. I'm rounding up because we went with the vegetarian menu which is a tougher thing to pull off for some places. I'd heard great things from a couple people and took a friend from Portland here for her birthday. We both frequently enjoy tasting menus and felt this was below average. Most dishes were okay but not memorable, or disappointing. The truly standout dishes were the kimchi tteok and the nori fake fish (!) which is the main reason for rounding up. Neither of those dishes sound compelling but they were highlights. I can attest as an ex-meat eater and current pescetarian that the fish was out-of-this-world good. The ambiance and service wasn't notable which was unfortunate given the place was quite empty for a weekend. Two people each with a wine pairing came to about $500 with tax and tip. read more

Came here for a special dinner post courthouse-wedding! We were treated well, the space was comfortable, food was delicious and well portioned. read more

I'm very glad we decided to go here for dinner on the last night of our short trip to Seattle. We tried the Nori battered broccoli, Eggplant Kyiv and Indonesian fried chicken. Everything tasted great, but the Eggplant Kyiv was a stand out. I've never tasted sautéed seaweed before and it blew my mind, especially in combination with eggplant and tomato. The service was friendly and attentive. The prices are fairly reasonable for the quality of food here. read more

Cook Weaver - Eggplant Kyiv in tomato sauce with sautéed seaweed - Modern European Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We did the 7 course non-vegetarian menu and had a phenomenal evening. The staff was incredibly attentive and the food delicious and creative. It was a great experience and will be back again! read more

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Definitely one of my favorite spots in Seattle. While the parking is a pain, I love the ease of being able to make a reservation on Opentable. Service was excellent and they even started us with an amuse bouche. The only dish I didn't like was the soup...it was very strange with this weird bread that was too doughy and sausage. They should rethink this dish. I did enjoy the brussel sprouts with bacon and my kimchi pork dish. I'd absolutely come back here for dinner again. It was a great experience. read more

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I know restaurants. After close to 7 decades of life, fortunate enough to travel the world eating at many of the finest restaurants on this planet, I have developed a taste, an eye, and a nose that can discern great from merely good or mediocre. Cook Weaver is a great restaurant, deserving of accolades from critics, patrons, and blogs. It is one of Seattle's gems, that should no longer be hidden from anyone who loves fantastic food, warm service, a unique ambiance and a fun time. As is our wont, we dined at the bar. Cozy, professionally directed, Cook Weaver's bar should be a destination in its own right. I felt immediately comfortable. The tight knit staff exuded happiness, which always leads to good service. They were proud of the food they were serving, and the server's confidence filled the lovely space. Cook Weaver's menu almost defies description. Don't try to pigeon hole or label this food with any definitive stamp except one of approval. I began with the CW version of lasagna, made with ricotta, braised kale, and red kurl squash. Huh? What? How bout delicious! The chicken liver mousse, served with toasted rye bread, was smooth like silk baby, nothing like the chicken liver spread I shoved down my mouth growing up in NYC. This chicken liver mousse would bring out "ooh la la" in Paris. My deconstructed Reuben was scrumptious, the corned beef lean but smokey, surrounded by the tart red cabbage; a combination as good as Stockton and Malone. Fried Chicken rivaled what I've tasted down South, crispy with not a touch of grease. The meat was moist and seasoned perfectly. This was food deserving of multiple Michelin stars and a James Beard recognition. Desserts and an after dinner liquor digestive added an "ahhhh" to our supper. Cook Weaver stands alone, around the corner from Broadway, two minutes apart from the hubbub. Take the detour from the "action" and enjoy one of the best dining experiences in Seattle. We are moving to Seattle in two weeks, and Cook Weaver will become a home away from home. Seattle is lucky to have it. read more

One of the best meals I've ever had! Cook Weaver isn't cheap, but it's worth every penny. I highly recommend doing the wine pairing--each dish is perfectly thought out, with the unctuousness of the food balanced nicely by distinctive, interesting wines. The staff is helpful and friendly, and the space is beautifully decorated. read more

November tasting menu was interesting but lacking a bit. The plates came out very quickly in the beginning and were not warm, this was a bit unpleasant especially since one of these plates was a noodle soup. The flavors were also a bit hidden by the amount of salt and fat (maybe butter) in basically every course, so its hard to distinguish between the courses or point out their special qualities. i I guess i was hoping i could look back and say "hey, that one course was really good" but i left unable to do so. pros: Service was amazing, both the bartender and waiter were friendly and charming, which made the experience very nice. All in all, my party was left a bit disappointed in the tasting menu experience. read more