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    Isarn Thai Soul Kitchen

    4.2 (173 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Grilled Pork Jowl
    Jerry C.

    Heard great things about Isarn and decided to give it a try! Very nice decoration inside with a blend of modern and culture design. Got the khao soi and pork jowl and they were both full of flavors! All the other dishes looked really good on the other tables next to me as well. Would definitely return to try all their different dishes!

    Menu - Entree
    Audrey P.

    Friday night and easy to find on street parking. Service is prompt and helpful. Food is good and well presented. Not as flavorful as expected. Temperature is perfect. Prices are fair. Wonderful ambiance. I'm new to the area so will try other Thai restaurants in the other area too.

    Lawrence L.

    It starts with menu and quality of food. Top shelf. I've dined at one of their other locations. Menu selection is great and my fish was rightly spiced, crispy and full of veggies. I couldn't have asked for anything more. My friend had the grilled chicken soup and loved it. Service... My food came out 15 minutes after my friends'. The drink I ordered was pretty watery. Overall not terrible but it's something they can work on.

    Frank S.

    I really wanted to give Isarn Thai Soul Kitchen a higher rating because honestly, the food was incredible. Every dish was full of flavor, fresh, and exactly what you hope for when you go out for great Thai food. The ambiance was just as impressive; beautiful space, great energy, and somewhere you genuinely enjoy spending time. Unfortunately, the service didn't match the quality of everything else. The drinks took a long time to come out, and there were mistakes with our order that shouldn't have happened. It also seemed like there was a bit of a language barrier, which made communication more difficult than it needed to be. You could tell they were trying, but the overall experience suffered because of it. The wait times were honestly HORRIBLE! It's disappointing because when the food and atmosphere are this good, you want the service to complete the experience, not take away from it. I truly believe this place has the potential to be a 5-star restaurant but good food alone isn't enough. Service matters just as much!! It's definitely worth coming here just for the food but unfortunately not quite there with service. 3 Star for food 0 for Service and Wait Times

    Courtney C.

    Isarn has become our new go-to Thai place in the area, especially when we are wanting a little more than your average take-out Thai. Isarn's flavors and menu are unique and I have yet to have an item that I did not enjoy. We have done both take out and dine in here. I would recommend dine in if you have the chance as Isarn also has a great cocktail menu and having the food fresh out of the kitchen is great, but most of the items are also take out friendly. They don't accept reservations for parties less than 6, and this place can get busy especially on weekends, so eat early if you can to beat the crowd. The staff is always friendly and helpful and it is a polished, modern restaurant that feels both laid back, but like a nice place for a decent date night. If I have I recommend one item, the tropical curry is phenomenal! The pineapple and lychee in the curry really come through and it just adds this additional layer to the curry that is unique to any other curry I have tried before. But, I have not had anything on the menu I have not enjoyed so highly recommend stopping by here sometime!

    MinJung K.

    We were greeted warmly and seated immediately. The servers were friendly, and the restaurant was bustling with lots of people dining in, which created a lively atmosphere. I ordered the Chiang Mai noodles and a fresh coconut. The noodles were very good--the broth was rich and flavorful, and the noodles had the perfect chewy texture. The portion of chicken was huge; I couldn't even finish it and honestly felt like it was enough for two meals. The coconut was fresh and tasty, and I appreciated that they provided a spoon for the meat afterward. However, it wasn't really a young coconut--the meat was quite hard, so there wasn't much I could scoop out. I managed to eat the cap part, but the rest felt a bit wasteful. Overall, though, the food was good and I enjoyed the experience.

    Audrey M.

    I really enjoyed the food and drinks here. This restaurant gave vibes of a trendy restaurant in New York or LA. I can't wait to return.

    Matt S.

    Had an excellent experience at Isarn. We sat at the bar and they had an NBA TV segment on the tv showing Gary Payton highlights - a very Seattle experience. We started with happy hour drinks and wings. We liked the Mini Wings much more than the Lemongrass wings. I got the Crab Stir Fried with Yellow Curry and Jasmine Rice and loved it. Delicious and good portion. The service was warm, attentive, and friendly. We enjoyed our time and definitely want to return.

    Pad see ew
    Johnny L.

    We had a wonderful visit to Kerry Park and I was in the mood for some thai food. My friend recommended this place so I thought I'd give it a try. Definitely did not regret! The Northern sweet curry is very flavorful and flagrant. One bite of the curry soaked in with the rice and a piece of meat and it put an instant smile to my face. It says sweet in the title but it's not that sweet. There's also a chili pepper sign next to it, but it's not that spicy either. I would probably ask them to make it spicier next time! Pad see ew had really soft and tender noodles with excellent flavor and the tofu texture is perfectly cooked. This is the most delicious pad see ew I've had in recent memory. The interior is really modern and beautiful design with plenty of comfy chairs. I love the soft and relaxing music that completes the vibe! The service is absolutely amazing here. They were all smiles and so nice and very attentive as well. I would definitely come back and try other dishes.

    Lunch medium portion of the Thai noodles, side rice and curry chicken. Chicken moist and sauce is just how it's suppose to be,  on spice.
    Michelleann B.

    Lunch medium portion of the Thai noodles, side rice and curry chicken. Great size and more. Chicken moist and sauce is just how it's suppose to be, on spice. Staff always friendly and clean place.

    Mango Sticky Rice Martini & Phad Thai
    Frances L.

    This restaurant has amazing cocktail! They have a separate bar where you can eat watch the Thai food channel TV and enjoy your Thai food. This restaurant definitely serve more of a fusion style of Thai Food. If you are looking for authentic one, try looking for another one.

    Phuket Pork Belly Stew
    Valerie Y.

    I was excited to try Isarn after finding out that it's owned by the same people as Kin Len. The menu is interesting, there are dishes I haven't heard of before so I feel like they offer authentic cuisine. We got the lamb massamun and the pork belly stew. I did think the pork belly stew wasn't anything special, especially since the hard boiled eggs were kind of dry and didn't add much to the dish. I liked the lamb massamun, especially because of the roti that it came with! The lamb was fine (overcooked a bit), but the curry itself had a delicious flavor and I really enjoyed the potatoes in the stew. I'd definitely get that again.

    Chicken Phad See Ew and Chiang Mai Curry Noodles
    Emi G.

    Some of the best Thai food I've had! There was almost no wait as well, and I appreciated the pillow included in my booth seating. Such a comfortable restaurant. I ordered the Chicken Phad See Ew, my go-to order at Thai restaurants - and it did not disappoint. With a spice level 2, it was perfectly balanced and I loved every bite. My boyfriend ordered the Chiang Mai Curry Noodles. I had never tried this before, and it was honestly so delicious. Mix everything together, and there's a perfect crunch. That, paired with the noodles in a delicious sauce with very tender chicken, is delectable. Overall, I loved this Thai restaurant, and will definitely go again soon.

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    Unfortunately, no but we do have our Isarn mini wings which are coated with a sweet sticky tamarind sauce. Thank you!

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    Stumbletown - Roast parsnips. Coffee rubbed, mole, queso fresco.

    Stumbletown

    4.3(231 reviews)
    2.7 miPhinney Ridge
    $$

    We came here for the super viral Steak Easy pop up and it did not disappoint! There's a lot of…read morereviews saying that the wait times are long but I don't think it was that bad. We arrived right at the opening time and there was a line, but it moved pretty quickly and we got our food in about 30 min. As for the food quality, these were some of the best steaks I've had in Seattle at this price point. $15 for 4 oz steak frites is a great deal, and they really load you up on the fries so you get full even with just a 4 oz steak. The steak is cooked perfectly edge to edge pink since it's sous vide. They get a nice sear on the outside so you still develop a good crust and deep flavor. It's super tender and I love the fat cap adding a beefier richness. The best sauce by far was the Sichuan Au Poivre. It was creamy, rich, and had a light citrusy peppercorn flavor. The highlight was this sauce with the fries. The sauce soaking into the beefy tallowy frites was amazing. My only complaint is I wish it had a stronger peppercorn flavor. I also liked the duck breast with the au Poivre sauce (maybe even more than the steak).

    Definitely enjoyed my $15 steak & frites! The price is of course the best part about this. The meat…read moreis good and tasty. It's not the best quality but for this price it makes sense. I really liked having it pair with the chimmichurri sauce, and I liked it mixed with the fries too! I enjoyed how they prepared the fries. It could've been crispier, but it was still good. The service was good. Our order was taken pretty quickly and the food was served fast as well. The ambiance is good. There's a decent amount of seating, and it's first come first serve. There's a bar inside as well which is cool. I like how they decorated the place too.

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    Stumbletown - Chilled Corn bisque with radish, Calabrian chili oil and smoked trout (trout optional but HIGHLY recommend)

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    Chilled Corn bisque with radish, Calabrian chili oil and smoked trout (trout optional but HIGHLY recommend)

    Ruby

    Ruby

    4.6(34 reviews)
    3.6 miGreenwood, Phinney Ridge

    excellent cocktails. and they have a ("reluctant") happy hour 4-6 daily. kitchen is actually an air…read morefryer under the bar. come for the drinks. soundtrack: Neo Soul, baby! so chill. A+++ (Hiatus Kaiyote, D'Angelo, Thundercat, etc.)

    I'm highly disappointed to say that I had a terrible experience at Ruby. What started as a simple…read morerequest for light ice in my drink immediately turned into an uncomfortable interaction. I politely asked the bartender for less ice, only to be rudely told, "You know that means you don't get extra alcohol, right?!" I had never asked for extra alcohol--I simply wanted less ice. Unfortunately, the experience continued downhill from there. The drinks were subpar and lacked flavor, and the electronic music was so excessively loud that we watched people walk in and leave almost immediately. The atmosphere was more uncomfortable than enjoyable. I'm not someone who typically complains, but when I kindly mentioned that I didn't like my drink because it was literally missing ingredients, the bartender essentially dismissed me and insisted that I was wrong rather than addressing the issue. To make matters worse, when the bill arrived, the drinks listed were not even what we had ordered. Overall, the service was dismissive, the drinks were disappointing, the music was unnecessarily loud, and the entire experience left me feeling unwelcome and disrespected. Most concerningly, I did not feel that I was being treated as an equal or with the same level of respect I would expect as a woman and a paying customer. I genuinely hope management takes this feedback seriously, because this was an extremely disappointing experience and not one I would recommend.

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    Ruby - Inside bar

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    Essex - gurl cocktail

    Essex

    4.0(84 reviews)
    3.0 miBallard, Phinney Ridge
    $$

    i know most people come here just waiting for delancey but i might argue this is the better…read moreexperience. beautifully decorated, amazing service. and you can get delancey meatballs here which is the best thing in the menu. cocktails are a touch pricey even for seattle but i'd go back.

    A nice little bar (Essex), associated with Delancey. It's clear that the wait for a table at…read moreDelancey is frequently long, and they have wisely separated the bar area, and made it independent, so that waiting at the bar (Essex) wouldn't clog the front entrance of Delancey. We ordered munchies and drinks while we waited for our table at Delancey. The bartender / server knew we would be headed to Delancey in 40 minutes or so, and handled things well accordingly. We got a plate of olives (tasty, great finger food) and drinks. The Yonder cider was good, not too sweet. The Martini was tasty. I had two quibbles: The first was with the pricing: the martini was charged as two separate items: 1) gin (I suppose the charge varies by the kind of gin or vodka in your martini) 2) martini (which is apparently the non-vodka or or non-gin part of your drink) While I'm sure this makes it easier to track for the bartender and inventory, as well as for charging, as a customer, it's a little odd to have a mixed drink be a two-part charge. The second was the included 20% automatic gratuity. I don't object to the concept of a standard service charge, I just wish it had been more prominently displayed so that I wouldn't have added a 20% tip on top of that (and my tip was on the amount that included tax, service charge and drinks / food). So, buyer beware ... the service is good, the ambiance is nice, the food and drinks are good -- but the payment / billing is non-standard, and can cause unexpected surprises.

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    Sophon - Interior from entrance (2/2/24)

    Sophon

    4.4(139 reviews)
    3.1 miPhinney Ridge

    Everything was delicious! Lots of flavor in all dishes. We tried two small plates, the seasonal…read moregreens with salted soy beans and shallots and the tuna crudo. For our main course, we went with the pork belly and were not disappointed. Service was attentive. Food came out quickly! Lots of GF/gluten free and DF options! Loved to ambiance! Very cozy.

    Dinner from Nov 26, 2025 I have been meaning to dine at…read moreSophon in Greenwood/Phinney Ridge area ever since a Cambodian friend raved about them. I am showing my age by saying the restaurant is VERY LOUD, and our table was in a very dark spot in the restaurant. Oddly, they didn't have enough table lamps for all the dark tables. Our server said they "ran out". How does that happen? I stalked a departing table to take their rechargeable lamp. Anyway, my expectations were likely too high going in, and I was annoyed before even ordering, turning on our cellphone light to read the menu. The food is pretty good, though not mind-blowing good like the reviews suggest, and we had one bad dish. They offer varied Khmer dishes beyond noodle varieties, which is a plus. Go if you are looking for variety, skip the fish, bring ear plugs, and hope you have a brighter table than ours. Parking is street only. 3 Stars for the food, minus 1 star for the restaurant environment (unrelated to staff) The Food: k'tiss dip with crudités, $18 - 4 Stars We chose the marrow stone blue oyster mushroom option - p'set. The mushrooms are sautéed in Khmer seasonings, fermented bean curd, and coconut milk. The veggies are mildly pickled. They paired surprisingly well and a unique dish to try. kroeung kumeraage, $15 - 4 Stars This dish has an option of fried chicken or fried mushrooms. We chose the chicken since we already had mushrooms. Kroeung is the Khmer seasoning. Our server said this dish and papaya salad are amongst the most popular. Since we have a veggie dish, we chose this over the papaya salad (which looks great, too). The chicken is lightly fried, not crispy outside, super tender, and paired well with the kroeung aioli. trei chmouy tuk tei omperi, $40 - 1 Star The menu says serves 2 but not really. The is a pan seared fish, make your own fish wrap. We did not know we ordered a DIY dish, which is ok in principle, just not good to be surprised. The menu doesn't say so; the server didn't mention it. Luckily, by this time of the meal, we have acquired the little table lamp, which enabled me to see the long fish bones that had not been removed. FIVE of them. The noodles are a pathetic overcooked limp pile. The best part is the turmeric sauce. Do not order this dish. Epilogue: I happened to walk by Sophon this past weekend. I was surprised to see a sign saying they are temporarily closed to resolve internal issues. (See photo) That is never a good reflection of management. There is now a GoFundMe for the unpaid staff who had to quit their jobs.

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    Sophon - Awaiting its opening back in Sept 2023 (2/2/24)

    Awaiting its opening back in Sept 2023 (2/2/24)

    Sophon - Excitement galore. Lots of media buzz awaiting Sophon's opening. (2/2/24)

    Excitement galore. Lots of media buzz awaiting Sophon's opening. (2/2/24)

    Sophon - Exterior back in Sept 2023 when I pulled over. Curious what was going to open in the former Hecho and Martino's spot. (2/2/24)

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    Exterior back in Sept 2023 when I pulled over. Curious what was going to open in the former Hecho and Martino's spot. (2/2/24)

    The Ink Drinker - My mocktail was fantastic.

    The Ink Drinker

    4.2(19 reviews)
    2.5 miBallard

    Delicious cocktails and a cozy place to read a book. What a dream. Can't wait to stop in again.read more

    Worst experience ever at the Ink Drinker. A friend and I wanted a quiet place to meet up and listen…read moreto high end audio gear and found this spot on yelp. Seemed perfect - cocktails, easily accessible, with tasty looking drinks and snacks. When we arrived at 5:30p on a weekend evening , it wasn't that busy, particularly closer to the bar, so we sat at a table with no people close by. In contrast, there were two groups talking in conversationally norm tones closer the entrance and window. After about 20 Min, a server who didn't originally serve us (apparently the owner) told us it was "quiet reading time" and just repeated the phrase in an annoyed, condescending tone when we tried to ask for clarification regarding what that meant (she seemed to intentionally ignore us despite by friend trying to flag her down 4 times ) . We subsequently asked our original server if our modified whisper level was acceptable. She said "yes" And actually kindly asked us about our hobby. However, the purported owner returned 10 min later , targeting just us (not the people up front who were talking louder than us at this point) , saying we were not complying and needed to close our bill (our drinks were not half-finished at that point). We asked if there was anywhere she could recommend for an alternative to converse quietly, and she bluntly and aggressively stated, "Anywhere but here" to by friend's reasonable question. The onwr then charged me double the cost of my 14 dollar drink ($31) , making not effort to reimburse me and stating that it was my fault for not catching this?!? Huh?!? The owner then proceeded made several concerning, microaggressive, racially concerning statements that left myself and my fellow attendee shocked and sick to our stomachs. I was blown away. I actually recorded part of this on video, but won't post it here unless someone wants a clarification. Next, the owner rapidly escorted us out, though my friend was not asked to pay for his drink. She told Me to "Get out!!!" , and mumbled something that I can't mention, as I am not sure I could believe what I heard. I have lived in Seattle for 24 years and have never been treated as such condescending and insolent manner, let alone by the owner of an establishment that frankly I was excited to check out prior to this debacle. I was looking for a place to gather quietly but apparently they expect you to drink in silence , which was never clarified to me. On top of this, the one person that we could tell was reading, didn't seem bothered when we checked in with her. On top of this, the one person that we could tell was reading, didn't seem bothered when we checked in with her. An older group and separate younger were allowed to carry on despite speaking louder than us (still conversationally , but definitely not whispering as we had been trying to do). Neither of these groups were individuals of color- which I bring up, due to the differential treatment we received despite all of us speaking or whispering in similar tones, and due to the words told to me that I'm having a hard time believing I heard - let's just say I felt "profiled" ... if you know what I mean. In summary , DO NOT come here if you value basic human dignity, kindness, or frankly, sanity. I do not write such negative reviews lightly- Feel free to check my other reviews, which generally are favorable to other restaurants and businesses , as I love to support small, privately owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Further, I've been YELP ELITE in years past , so it's not as if I'm not familiar with how to expect to behave and be treated in this community. Mostly I am truly sorry I ever set foot in such a scary, and hateful space.

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    Brimmer & Heeltap - Grilled Whole Sardines with lemon and gremolata

    Brimmer & Heeltap

    4.3(689 reviews)
    2.1 miBallard
    $$

    Absolutely delicious. Probably one of the best cocktails I've had in Seattle. All around the…read morecocktails were great. I usually don't even like mezcal but this was eliteeee. The service was amazing, our server walked us through the dishes and helped us choose. The chicken came out looking a little unseasoned but it was the table favorite because it had the most flavor out of everything else. Looks can be deceiving lol. That potato's are amazing and a good side dish! They have a little patio as well with heating!

    How I heard of this place: Not having realized how long the establishment has been around, some…read morefriends suggested we give it a go for our Taste Buds Dinner Club, and we made it happen. Type of cuisine: "We never tire of talking to our guests about how we got our quirky name. Inspired by two British drinking terms, Brimmer & Heeltap seeks to celebrate the moments that exist between the first sip of one's libation and the last drops lingering at the bottom of the glass. Since late 2013 we've delighted in creating an environment that is inviting, lively, and comforting. A sense of playfulness is present in everything we do, from the inventive dishes our culinary team prepares, to the friendly, genuine hospitality we provide. We're a bistro that takes pride in being a neighborhood place - the kind you can escape to at day's end for a delicious meal shared among friends." Ambiance: "Located in the former Le Gourmand space in beautiful Ballard, Brimmer & Heeltap offers an intimate, cozy atmosphere complete with an open kitchen, full bar, and multiple sections to drink and dine in. Our garden patio is one of the best-kept secrets in the city, offering a dreamy place to dine outdoors during Seattle's spring and summer months. We also have a tucked-away back studio that offers the perfect setting for special, private gatherings year-round. Just how many pennies does it take to cover a floor? Just ask Brimmer & Heeltap's proprietress Jen who collected tens of thousands of them from family, friends, and the community to help execute the vision of a cool gathering placed dubbed, naturally, the "Penny Room." This dining room, beloved for both its wall of menus and its shining penny floor, is a favorite place to break bread with loved ones, and plays into the restaurant's blend of nostalgic and contemporary design. The restaurant was designed in collaboration with Sean Sifagaloa of KRFTWRK and local builder Mike Marian, owner of Marian Built. Light, texture, metal, wood, and floral elements are all at play here. This historic building possesses a playful, familiar charm that we wanted to preserve in its latest incarnation." What I ordered: Wishing to sample a little of everything, we were served, family style, two orders of Bread ($9 each) - buttered with salt and pepper; Fritto Misto ($12) - assorted, lightly fried and pickled vegetables with tarragon aioli; Smashed Burrata ($19) - snap peas, preserved lemon, mint, basil, sherry reduction; Carrot & Tahini Dip ($16) - caramelized garlic, feta, pistachio, crudite; two orders of Heirloom Tomatoes ($21 each) - melon, chevre, crispy quino, soft herbs; Crispy Potatoes ($16) - whipped feta, hot honey, mint; Mushroom Agnolotti ($34) - roasted maitakes, chanterelles, whipped ricotta, miso butter, thyme; Roast Chicken ($42) - chickpea, berbere yogurt, marinated cucumber, mint gremolata. To finish off our meals, we shared the Olive Oil Cake ($14) - basil yogurt cremeux, strawberry gel, and the Chocolate Tiramisu ($16) - mascarpone, rum, amaretto, candied hazelnuts. What I loved: Oh man, every dish was delightful. I found something to savor and repeat in each of the dishes we were served. From the sweetness of the heirloom tomatoes, to the creamy burrata, from the crispy potatoes, to the fresh peas and everything in between. Our least favorite, at the table was the mushroom Angnolotti, inconsistent from bite to bite. The presentation of the Carrot & Tahini dip was a bit haphazard compared to the rest of the dishes served, but the flavor was still lovely. Why I loved it: The service was unparalleled, comfortable yet professional and quick to offer recommendations for our larger party. The decorations and quaint spaces truly welcoming, and the food, excellent. Cost: High ($40+ per person)

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    Brimmer & Heeltap - Planning a celebration? Let us make it unforgettable! Intimate sit-down dinners; lively cocktail parties; we'll make it unforgettable

    Planning a celebration? Let us make it unforgettable! Intimate sit-down dinners; lively cocktail parties; we'll make it unforgettable

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