A sophisticated restaurant. Ideal for dinner or lunch. Prices match the Four Seasons line. I would not recommend brunch here, it is overpriced for what is served. There are other places in Seattle where you can get more and better selection of seafood for similar price range. Parking - they will validate if you do Valet, it comes to $18 (still pricey i think) Environmentally Friendly - They do compost (or at least that is what i was told) Service - excellent service, very attentive staff Affordability - Over priced slightly read more

Goldfinch Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place looked good, but is waay overpriced! We came for 2 scoos of mash potatoes and bread, simple 43.00 this included the 6.50 surcharge. 12 for a small scoop of mashed potatoes x2 and a chunk of bread. On top, this small already made utems took 35 mins to prepare. read more

Great ambiance and yummy food! If it wasn't in Seattle I'd probably eat there more often. read more

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We came here for Seattle restaurant week and the options were perfect! We looked at the menu first and it was great so we had came! It was a Monday night NO reservations but any other night I'd make sure you make one! Full house after we sat down! We wanted to watch the sun go down so we go seated right when it happened! The views were breathtaking and those Brussels sprouts delicious! I really wish I can have some right now. It was very intimate and classy! I'd advise to dress up a bit! They hve a brunch too, check it out! Those pancakes looked delicious! I got the tequila, pear and mezcal drink it was delicious (19) bucks but worth it for Seattle restaurant week! My dish was the appetizer; leek soup, creamy, flavorful with raisins or currants at the bottom loved it, they added a crostini with dungeons crab too it and that was a great pairing! I got the risotto which was large, perfect portion, delicious flavors and perfect for my main! OH let's chat about that carrot cake, that frosting but the sauce drizzled on top, it was flavorful and then the candies pecans were just woahh! I mean I'm a little lost of words bc it was flavors coming all different ways! Delicious. My drink was shaken in ice, drained in my little martini like cup and then the pear and spice went to the bottom and it was allll great until that last drink, I think I choked over it but it was great! Best 19 bucks drink I've had in a while! read more

Stopped in here for happy hour. Considering this was the Four Seasons, I left very underwhelmed by both the food and service, and I ordered just about everything off the happy hour menu. I started with the unusual margarita. The only thing that was unusual about it was that the bartender took my glass away when it was still about 1/4 full after I ordered a glass of wine. All I was doing was prepping for the dozen Pacific oysters I had just ordered, which ended up being the best thing off the happy hour menu. They were super fresh and the mignonette did not lack shallots, though they could have done a better job of shucking/cleaning the oysters. I caught a little loose shell in one or two of them. The shrimp cocktail were the saddest little shrimp I've ever seen, I didn't even feel like eating them. The crab cake was "meh" at best. The fries were good, but pretty hard to screw up when they're fresh, which I believe they were. The skewer was overly salty. Needless to say, I did not strike gold at Goldfinch, and I'm not sure the Four Seasons has either by allowing them to serve alongside their reputable hotel name. read more

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After hearing about it decided to come out and check out the brunch. On the pictures they advertise Moet Champagne but that is not what you get when you arrive. You get an average champagne. The food was totally rushed, it was underwhelming. The service started well then it took a turn for the worst and we never saw our server again until We asked for the bill. Expected more from a 4 seasons hotel restaurant. read more

Went for a Thanksgiving brunch and oh my had the best experience ever. All the dishes were fresh and flavorful that were all well balanced and complimented each other. I loved the oyster probably one of the freshest oysters I had this year. The pastries were so delicate and so delicious that I had to ask for another basket. Our server was kind and attentive making sure our coffee and water was not empty. They do charge you tip on the bill but I feel they deserve it. Definitely coming back for another delicious meal! read more

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I was in town with a lifelong friend and we'd decided to go for lunch. Oysters were on my mind.. Turns out it was a brunch only menu but it looked good anyway. Three choices plus mimosas for 69.00. We skipped the mimosas and ordered cocktails. A dry vodka martini and an old fashioned. Nice. The service was great. Our server was so very busy and immediately apologetic but we reassured her we were in no hurry. We sipped our cocktails, chatted and enjoyed the view. We both ordered the same thing Oysters, Crab Benedict and then a trio of desserts are the last course. The Kumamoto oysters were sublime. I'm biased because they are my absolute favorite. Briny, sweet and wonderful with a bit of savory mignonette. Next was the Crab Benedict. So very good. Savory and substantial with a robust hollandaise. We were surprised at how nice this dish was with a generous amount of shredded crab. I don't really care for sweets so the dessert trio was nice but simply not for me. No worries.. We enjoyed our leisurely brunch on this cool & rainy day. I'll be back soon. read more

The ambiance was perfect. Drinks were good. Food was not bad good but nothing super tasty. The service well the waitress have nothing nice to say about her so leave it at that. read more

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The food was quite good (only exception was the dry coq au vin). However, for the mother's day brunch, we were highly disappointed by the service. We had to scrounge for water and utensils. Our server was not friendly, sloshing and spilling our coffee and drinks down (we also never got a list or info on what non-alcoholic beverages were offered.) The bathrooms weren't clean either (part of this is customers: DO NOT THROW YOUR PAPER TOWELS ON THE FLOOR!). Plates weren't being cleared, so we had to (tackily) just move them to a nearby empty table. I got a real vibe our server was having a bad day, and I can empathize - you just never know what someone is going through - but we also splurged for this brunch for my mother and hoped for better. My biggest complaint was how just a few minutes after we sat down with our starter buffet course, our hot main courses arrived. So we had to scarf down what we had gotten at the buffet and move on to the next course. When paying $125, I not only want to have time to enjoy each course and not be rushed, but I also want to be able to eat what I want from the buffet and not just have a few items, then be pushed to move on. This was a disappointment. (That said, the hosts and people refilling the food were nice!) read more

It's located inside the four seasons hotel. We sat at the bar and was serviced immediately. I ordered the pear drink (super excellent) and the beet salad with Dungeness crab. Everything was tasty and fresh. Next time I'm in the area I'll be back for more!! read more

Finally tried Goldfinch Tavern. It's a lovely setting that is within a block of Benaroya Hall if you are looking for a pre-concert dining location. We didn't have time for dessert, so I recommend more of a 2hr planning is you want to fit in a third course. Service was great. I had a half dozen oysters and tried the halibut. I thought it a bit pricy, but you are eating at the Four Seasons in downtown. read more

Goldfinch Tavern - Halibut - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Everyone was superb! The number 1 thing everyone must try when here is the lobster mashers!!! They are to-die-for. Delicious butter on them, and they are very, VERY generous with the lobster. It all just melts in your mouth with so much flavor. I had the NY steak. Delicious. The sides of mushroom and grilled peppers have so much flavor also. My fiancé had the salmon and she loved it. This is the 2nd visit we have done, and we specifically come for the lobster mashers always. We will be going again soon! I am dying to try their burger. Also, thank you so much for the manager for letting us change seats and sit next to the window on Saturday night (last night), you're the real hero lol read more

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Probably the most civilized place in Seattle. I go there every time i am in town. The food might not be Crenn-worthy but its excellent. Being located alongside the big, marble, IMPei inspired lobby of the 4 Seasons, there's a magical quiet and hush in the restaurant. Quite a feat. Not to mention, like everything geographically associated with The Four Seasons, it's is so clean. read more

Goldfinch Tavern - View from the 4 Seaason's - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We had a superb brunch at Goldfinch. We chose Goldfinch while we were in town, so we could celebrate our anniversary in the hotel we got married at. We just wanted a casual brunch while we were in town and our waitress was fantastic. She was very attentive and found out it was our two week late anniversary celebration. She provided a cute dessert plate of macarons and chocolate after we were done with our meal. It was very thoughtful. Now for the food, we decided on the all you can eat brunch buffet with one hot entree. I had the eggs benedict that was done so well, very simple but full of flavor. We also ordered crab cakes a la carte because those were one of our favorite food items from our wedding. So good! Now I didn't expect much from the buffet since this is a restaurant at the hotel, but when I saw the assortment of foods, I was very pleasantly surprised. I was thinking bacon and eggs, but this was way better. They had fresh oysters on the half shell, shrimp, bacon deviled eggs, ceviche, different types of sweet & savory tarts, salmon roll wraps, smoked salmon, puff pastry, charcuterie, etc. Everything tasted very delicious and well made. I would definitely go back for this brunch. read more

This is my second visit to Goldfinch, once in the "before" times and now in this peri-opening time. Same vibe, which is, not surprisingly, upscale hotel restaurant. *Food* My husband had the burger and I thought the smoked onion marmalade really made this unique. Paired with the amazing smell of real smoke from the smoked cocktails on the menu, so good. I had the nettle pesto gemelli (with morels, tomato, and cured egg yoke). Refreshing. I'm not sure what I should have been looking for in the cured egg so can't tell you what that brought to the dish. *Service* We got there early and the host was open and honest about timing and availability. They were full starting at around 6 pm but gave us an exact time frame to see if it fit with our expectations and plans. Our server was Joseph. He was everything you could want in attention vs leaving space, and at the end, spent some time conversing with us. I loved it. Goldfinch is in the Four Seasons so expect a parade of fancy cars and some aloof guests, but don't let that influence the otherwise friendly experience possible here. read more

Excellent service, average food, average ambience. Overall for 4 seasons hotel very disappointing

Two of us dined here for Restaurant Week. 3 courses for $32. We started out with the Dungeness crab bisque and the beef carpaccio. For entrees, we ordered the prime rib and the black cod. Dessert was the donuts and dark chocolate terrine. Pros: We were able to try a variety of food for a price that is cheaper than the normal menu. The food we received had great textures and flavors. The service was quick and on point the entire night - my water glass was never empty. The atmosphere is great and we were seated by the window, which is nice. We were also seated very quickly. Cons: The portions were rather small. The crab bisque arrived lukewarm. There was an average selection of wines (per glass, the bottle choices seemed extensive). Overall, I'm glad we were able to try this for restaurant week. For a hotel lounge, the Goldfinch Tavern is top notch. However, given the portion sizes in relation to the prices, I'm not sure I would come back, especially with other four and five star restaurants in the area. read more

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We came here on a Friday evening for a good start to the weekend. The before dinner cocktails were amazing as we looked out the window at the Seattle waterfront. The wine list is great with local Washington wines we recognized from our travels to Washington wine country. The server was very knowledgeable about both the menu and the wine list, and we had a great date night out. Highly recommended for a nice evening. read more

Me and my boyfriend reunited with our best friends in Seattle, and we needed a brunch place. This place is hands down one of the top brunch experiences I've had. We felt very safe and cared for from the moment we got our temperatures checked to when we left. We've just slowly begun to revisit the idea of dining inside, so this was a great feeling. All of us got the $55 bottomless mimosa deal, and it was worth every penny. I wish more places did this. And yes, if anyone's wondering, they do keep the mimosas flowing. I hate when I go to bottomless mimosa brunch and they cut me off after 3. Our server, John, already had the next one coming before we even had to think about it. That's excellent service. Our food was just as amazing as the deal and service. Will be back again :) read more

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Just wow! The place is amazing from the food to the inside. Would of loved to do the pool side but we opted for the bottomless mimosas $55 is a steal! Ended up being about 72 with taxes and tip (included) read more

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Service was very professional & courteous. Food was excellent. Nice variety of choices, even for someone like me who has Celiac's

Great environment. Restaurant located in four seasons hotel. The window overlooking the pikes market. The food was really good the crab cake Benedict was amazing! The French toast was also good! The drink was good too! Great food and service. Recommend this place for brunch on a chill weekend! read more

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We were here for drinks at 6:00pm on Friday night - got a table by the window right away - the host was a delight and very helpful. I was there early and started with a Crimson Finch - a spectacular, refreshing cocktail with Spiced Cranberry Syrup, Remy VSOP, Lemon & Bubbles - $12 and worth every penny! Friends arrived and then we all had a round of those and moved on to the Citizen Graham - another delicious cocktail creation made with Citizen Gin, Campari, Punt e Mes & Bubbles. Ethan Stowell and his team know not only how to cook amazing culinary delicacies, but they are experts at mixing up some fine cocktails. As we were just there for drinks, we didn't have dinner...we did share an order of the fries that come with a scrumptious dill aioli. I can't wait to go back for dinner as I love all of Ethan Stowell's restaurants. Don't miss this gem in the Four Seasons! read more

I have been here a couple of times while near Pike Place and it is always a great place to stop by for drinks or light food. It is located on the first floor of the Four Seasons and has a nice view of Elliot Bay. Service is always top notch as you would expect. This time I had the "Local Artisan Cheeses" plate. The cheese was outstanding and it came with a nice mix of honey and fruit preserves (that mixed very well with the cheese). If there was one complaint it was that they did not include enough crackers (which seems to be pretty common with cheese plates--and makes me wonder how much cheese the chefs expect people to pile on each cracker?). I had some red wine with this--they have an excellent selection, even by the glass On other visits I have had the oysters (which were fresh and delicious), the apricot bruschetta (which was original and tasty), and the goat cheese salad (nice). The menu is a little safe, but everything I have had was very good. I know some people do not like to eat at hotel restaurants, but the Goldfinch Tavern is worth a visit. read more

Goldfinch Tavern - Cheese plate - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I came here alone on a Monday night. I had the octopus, crab and beet salad, and the pineapple basil sorbet. Pros: cozy dining room with a fireplace and a view out to the ferris wheel; nice, knowledgeable, attentive staff that kept on offering me newspapers; creative, Insta-worthy presentation on menu items. Cons: The quality of food fell short. The crab had pieces of inner shell in it; the octopus was dry, overcooked, and bland; the sorbet was well flavored but icy. Glad I came to try once, but I won't be back. read more

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This was actually the worst brunch experience I have ever had in my life. my friends and I came here while on a trip to seattle because they were one of the places that said they had bottomless mimosas. We had maybe 4 drinks over the course of an hour. Afterwards, the server and manager cut us off without any reason except that our eyes were closing and our words were slurring. Every person in my friend group was Asian, with a different first language. The manager and security assured us that it was not due to race, but in a restaurant where we were the only people of color and also the only ones under the age of 30, it's hard to believe that it had nothing to do with who we were. Even after 20 minutes of continuously speaking to security and the manager, no one had a real reason to why would be cut off. Honestly, this place is anti-AAPI and should not be visited while in Seattle. If I could give 0 stars, I would. read more

Goldfinch Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We stopped in here for dessert before turning in for the night and we are so glad we did! Service was high class as was the dining environment. Beautiful luxury experience! I had the fig pound cake for dessert. I was skeptical and fingers crossed it was absolutely Devine!! read more

I came back to try this restaurant again about six months after my first visit and was very pleased to see (and taste!) their improved craft. By far and away the best dish IMO was the mussels. It can be common for restaurants to prepare mussels in a way that leaves them smelling like the ocean they came from, but not at GT! Here they are fresh, and don't smell like they've been sitting on the docks for a few hours in the sun. The flavor of the broth they come in is so delectable you will want table bread to dip and sip until it's all gone! Speaking of sips, a must have is the Corpse Reviver cocktail that is a throwback to the bygone era of Prohibition and speakeasies. Our server suggested it after I told him I wanted a gin-based specialty drink. It is a light lemonade-style drink with a kick - so refreshing! After you have a drink in you it is important to refuel with more fresh seafood! The ahi poke salad I had here was probably my favorite poke dish from Seattle to Hawaii. They have found a way to give it an almost caramelized texture paired with a delicate seasoning and sesame flavor. If you are contemplating the smoked fish crostini, it is light and fresh, but so delicate that you can barely taste any flavor. Make sure to eat this before anything with more flavor, or season with a touch of lemon, salt, and pepper. Lastly, if you like beets you should definitely get the beet and Dungeness crab salad - they use pickled beets that are out of this world! A nice dish to change up the palate! Service was tops here as well. Water was always attended to and the server was pleasant and had a great sense of humor. The ambiance combined with the refined menu GT offers will keep me coming back here for more! read more

We enjoyed goldfinch before a symphony. Their recommendations were scrumptious and our meal delightful. The sunset views magnificent. They were attentive and got us out in time. read more

This restaurant has a great atmosphere and location downtown. The mozzarella dish was good, the seasonal stone fruits were a unique touch! But it could have used more toasted bread slices. The gemelli pasta was very refreshing and light but could have used a little more parmesan or vegetables. It was a pretty standard pesto pasta dish. The chicken was cooked well and the sauce had great flavor but the serving size was very small for the price. read more

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To die for. Way to nail food, service, and ambiance. I don't know why I'm so surprised since I've historically enjoyed places associated with the Four Seasons. We came in for a brunch reservation and were promptly seated at an adorable window seat. We all ordered the buffet brunch with bottomless mimosas and were not disappointed with all the delicious buffet bites. The buffet also comes with a small entree. I ordered the most delicious eggs Benedict I've ever had in my life. And I could have easily gone back to that buffet over and over and over again for the seafood chowder. Kudos to our server for being super cool and sneaking an extra mimosa over after the cut off time. Glad we tipped him extra. Also bathroom tip- best smelling soap and lotion everrrr. read more

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"A blend of casual and class made with local ingredients." We visited Goldfinch Tavern for happy hour and dinner. Though both visit were on two separate occasions, I found the food and service to be consistent. My first visit was for happy hour with a couple of friends. I was greeted by my last name followed by an offer to check my coat and computer bag. Needless to say, the first impressions of service was solid. The industrial views of Elliott Bay was breathtaking and an ideal spot for a sunset dinner. The decor incorporated various elements to create a mix of casual and high end with an intimate atmosphere. We were greeted by our server and offered a choice of tap or sparkling water. The menu items were promising and provided an array of dishes that can suit a wide range of personal preferences. We decided to indulge on appetizers. Fries with Dill Aioli: Fries tossed in dill and served with dill Aioli. The fries remained crispy yet soft on the inside and the dill aioli gave a nice variance in flavors. Fried Olives (Castelvetranos): Breaded and deep fried olives with the pits still intact. A nice starter to a meal. The olives were still moist while retaining the crispy coating. Tuna Poke: diced tuna mixed with seaweed, toasted sesame and drizzled with ponzu sauce. This is perhaps one of the best tuna poke I have tasted. Cubes of tuna with ponzu sauce gave an excellent amount of flavor and acidity. The seaweed added the right amount of saltiness and the presentation was as good as the taste. Penn Cove Mussels: another excellent and well-executed dish. The broth was simply delightful and each mussel shell still had the meat inside it as if carefully cooked and selected for presentation. Smoked Fish Crostini: Smoked halibut on grilled slices of bread. Generously topped and presented in a set of three, tender flakes of halibut was a nice contrast to the crostini. The flavors of the halibut were present yet delicate. Beet and Dungeness Crab Salad: pickled beets tossed with spinach and Dungeness crab meat. The salad had a perfect balance of acidity and the watercress and tarragon accentuated the salad and gribiche sauce was a newly encountered and pleasant taste. Our server was phenomenal. Proactive service, personable, attentive and professional. This experience prompted us to return a couple days later for dinner. We had the same experience upon returning for an evening meal. Greeted by last name, asked how we were doing, and even chatted about our weekends. We had already peeked at the dinner menu and found what we were looking for: King Salmon tartare: fennel salad, lemon sauce, smoked trout caviar. Unique flavors of citrus, fennel, and seafood. Half dozen oysters: 2 Shigoku, 2 Hama Hama, Penn Cove served with red wine mignonette, lemon, peppercorn ice and presented on a bowl of ice. Each variety has its own unique flavors which were perfectly complemented by the condiments. Beef tartare: 12 yer scotch, cucumber relish, grilled bread. The scotch adds a nice depth of flavor and the cucumbers provides a variance in texture. Warm apple crisp: served with cherry infused vanilla ice cream. This was a nice ending to the meal. Perfect serving portions ending on a sweet note. The cherry infused ice cream was creamy and adds a refreshing taste to the decadent dessert. Consistent, flavorful, excellent ambiance are just a few things to describe both experiences. This tavern will definitely be bookmarked as an ideal place to take visitors to impress or simply enjoy an intimate meal. read more

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A great restaurant with a beautiful view that caused a bit of overinflated prices that are to be expected for the area. Came here for SRW and had one of the best restaurant week experiences to date with the only knock being paying $45 for a bottle of wine that a twist off cap. ‍ Started with the smoked trout and goat cheese asparagus dish and both were fantastic. They didn't skimp at all on the goat cheese and I had a tad of order envy on my dates app. For entree got the lamb paparedelle which was fantastic. It had good portions, lamb was falling apart and the toasted almonds added a nice pinch of fun to the dish. My date got the shrimp risotto which was also great (plenty of cheese and very well cooked) though could have had a few more shrimp. For dessert I got the cheesecake which was mind blowing and my date got a passion fruit sorbet which was also really good. My real only knock on the place was the wine. $45 (before auto gratuity which I would have tipped anyhow) for a twist off bottle is terrible. I wish I had brought my own $15 bottle from Costco and paid the $20 corking fee so we could have had a decent bottle. read more

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Won't go too in depth with this review, but overall the service and atmosphere of this restaurant was very warm and luxurious in a sense. The food was amazing, but portions were on the small side. Definitely recommend getting the dessert trio! It's located inside the hotel, but serves breakfast,brunch,lunch and dinner! read more

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Great location, friendly service. Great live music, very relaxing and enjoyable. Came here with my parents, they both enjoy their cocktails and coffee, a lot of local produce and beer brewer. We will be back for sure! read more

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Ethan Stowell just took my wife and I to church. We had a revival. In the midst of a pandemic, we believe in food again. We have been transformed. That was, hands down, the best meal in existence. The potatoes dripping with butter and topped with LOBSTER dripping in more butter were divine. The NY Strip, the Halibut, the Octopus, the Hamachi, the Oysyers, the Gazpacho, the effing Asparagus...every single bite of this meal was ecstatic. It was a gastronomic sacrament. And our server, Emma, was amazing. In a city devoid of good service, Emma was an angel, guiding us through our divine experience with knowledge and grace. Thank you to all who took part in the making of this meal! Our 4th anniversary will always be remembered gloriously because of you. Your faithful servants, The Swans read more

This place used to be Art restaurant, which I wasn't fond of, and sadly I'm not that fond of the new restaurant that replaced it either. The only good thing that was good was the Goldfinch martini and the freshness of the oysters. Everything else was forgettable or weird. Came here for Seattle Restaurant Week and chose the oysters on a half shell, my friend got the smoked salmon spread on toast and a salad with parmesan shavings. Definitely get the oysters! For an entrée, I got the salmon, which had its skin crisped and the inside was nice and flaky, however, it was on the saltier side. My friend had the scallops which were cooked well, but the white beans and the sauce that came with it didn't heighten the dish at all, just felt kind of bland and put together. For dessert, I got the panna cotta and my friend got the apple crisp. The panna cotta was more like a light and fluffy cheesecake, rather than the typical gelatinous texture, even though it was a pyramid. The apple crisp was more of a apple crumble with ice cream. There was nothing special about the crumble.. didn't have enough butter. Décor was nice. read more

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Honestly I had much higher expectations for this restaurant! I'd highly recommend the rigatoni with lamb Ragu and the salmon with pike place vegetables! I think it was decent nothing mind blowing! read more

Goldfinch Tavern - Purple Rain! Very good - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Friendly staff, and we generally enjoyed our time, but BOY is this place overpriced. A few things stood out in particular: -We attended for a Saturday brunch. We all had an entree and a couple drinks, and ended up spending about $80 per person. This is a stomach-able price if the food or experience is truly worth it, but the food was nowhere near that, in my opinion. -Ordered an Irish Coffee, and it was very clearly just black coffee with Jameson. No cream, no Bailey's/Kalua, or other sweetener. Would expect better from a 4 Season's restaurant/Bar -The Avocado Toast was $27. Sure, it had some bacon and a poached egg, but get real. -The omelet made me sad to look at. -A 16oz local beer in a room temperature glass should NEVER be $10. I'm calling the police. -There was an automatic 20% surcharge on the bill, that of course the staff did not mention. We were lucky to find it, as it was not made obvious in any way on the receipt (it was just a line-item without further description). We had an enjoyable morning, but will be taking my future business elsewhere! read more