Edmonds is definitely picking up a nice concentration of places where you can go out and enjoy yourself. 10 years ago it was sleepy but friendly, and that was it; now you can actually choose from a variety of good foods and drinks. Kelnero is the craft cocktail spot in the Bowl. Coming down Main Street toward the roundabout, there are a bunch of businesses tucked together under one roof that's a block long. Kelnero is at the top of the incline, with the painted-brick facade and the little C19 patio enclosure that most of these places have. You might sit on the patio, you might get a table inside, or you might go down the breezeway for a spot in the alley patio out back. We sat out back on a perfect early spring day. We had all just come from lunch or we probably would have raided the appetizers that take up a whole page on the menu. You can get a couple bigger plates and get full, but for my money all the small plates would have been the more fun way to go...if we had actually showed up with any appetite. The other 3 pages of the menu are alllll cocktails, arranged by, more or less, I'd say mood. Boozy, classic, and so on, with a few choices under each. Some of them are cocktails everyone knows, some go back decades and haven't been served as often until the last few years, some are unique to this place. Even the Jello shots here are delicious, and I don't even give a damn about Jello shots. I'm completely serious about this. Each one comes out with the correct glass, correct garnish, correct ice, and so on. They put real effort into all the touches--the ice is perfectly clear, and so on. Everything smelled and tasted great. Each time a round came out, everyone oohed and aahed and got everyone else interested in ordering one for themselves. What really makes this place fun is the staff. Everybody's super nice and knows their job cold. Different people ran out different drinks, so we got to meet virtually everyone on the clock yesterday, and they all made us want to hang out longer and enjoy more stuff. Prices were definitely not a screaming deal, but for the occasional splurge the value is there 150%. I'm sure I'll be back soon. read more

After learning about Kelnero literally from the owners I was so anxious to check it out. So impressed. We grabbed a great table on the back patio and the table heater was a nice addition. On a cold Friday evening! The cocktail menu goes on for days but I settled on the black Rose and the Jell-O shot because, why not! Cocktails all around were spot on. The waiter was knowledgeable, friendly and was able to make really well thought out suggestions based on our preferences. The drink were so great I had to stop at two, so foe sure will be returning to try others, although it will be hard not to stick with that black rose doe this vodka drinker. Let's not forget the food!!!! The salmon chowder (not a white creamy chowder) was delicious. The toast on the side was grilled and amazing, I stole a bite even though I am gluten free. Loves that the menu has lots of gluten free options as well. We also enjoyed the deviled eggs and the charcuterie board. Everything about our experience was amazing. The k my negative is that this is not my neighborhood! Otherwise I would probably be there weekly! read more

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My favorite sisters-in-law and I visit this place often as our reward for accomplishing our weekend walk through Edmonds. We like to get the Bloody Marys and a bite. They have done extensive work on the patio to stay open during the covid crisis and I have found every single staff member to be nothing less than charming. Craft cocktails and delicious plates that are genuinely made with care and thoughtfulness are evident every time I have visited. Besides the Bloody Marys being delicious, you need to try the Benedict on their weekend brunch menu. So good. I look forward to spending many more Saturday afternoons here! read more

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Kelnero used to be our "go-to" place for a cocktail and a few appetizers with friends. Not any longer. We got so much attitude from the bartender last night that we vowed never to go back. I don't mind going up to the bar to ask for our server (wait, yes I do!), but I don't expect to find the bartender mixing a drink absent-mindedly with a cocktail stirrer while she stares at her phone. WTH? Then, she acted like I was interrupting her and was very curt with me. What happened to good customer service? She was also rude to my friend. And, I have to say that the food has gone downhill. We used to love the pretzel bread, but it was doughy and the cheese sauce was horrible. My last comment has to do with the setting. We were seated in a room off the hall with the narrowest table I've ever seen. We could barely fit our drinks, plates, and appetizers on it. Plus, it feels very unwelcoming to be closed off from the rest of the bar and the waitstaff tends to forget about you. There are other places in Edmonds with nice people and good cocktails. read more

Had a great date night with a few yummy drinks and one of the best treats in a peach bruschetta. I called to ask if they were dog friendly outside and the person on the other end chuckled and said "dog encouraged!" That was enough for us to try it out. We parked just across the street on Main Street and, low and behold, there was a perfect spot for us at a table under an umbrella. The patio was a great choice for us and the staff was kind and attentive. We never felt rushed or overwhelmed and instead were greeted by warm and receptive staff. This is not a place for those trying to spend less, though there was a special slushee we did not end up trying. For a special little date night, it was perfect. Cheers! read more

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Went to this place for the hot toddy face-off with some friends and let me tell you, the competition was fierce--but not because of the toddies. They managed to forget the lemon juice, which is pretty much the only redeeming part of the drink, which the bartender did remember but only after 2 of the toddy's were finished. But hey, who needs it when you're paying $18 for something that tastes like hot water with too much booze. Do yourself a favor: skip the toddy, save your money, and go somewhere where they actually remember the ingredients. read more

The passion in a time of corona cocktail is EPIC and the food here is fab as well. Fave cocktail spot in Edmonds and we don't even live in edmonds! Love the outdoor seating which fills up fast on a sunny evening, but inside is good too! read more

Sabrina the bar manager is amazing! She works her butt off! The drinks are always amazing! And the service is amazing too! If you haven't tried this place out in charming, EDMONDS, you have to! Cheers, to Sabrina! read more

Kelnero one of the best spots for cocktails in Edmonds. Their menu is extensive, and everything is delicious. I've been there three times in the last three weeks, and I'm already planning a return date. They've yet to serve me a drink I don't love. I'm partial to the smoke on the water, and their hot buttered rum (so perfect while we fine outside), and they do all the standards so well. When I was last there, we ordered a small plate with the most delicious carrots, mint, and a yogurt sauce. Can't wait to try more! The cocktails can take a while to come out, but they're worth the wait. read more

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My oh my. The cocktail list. Everything is beautifully balanced and beautifully presented. Food plates are small - so be warned - but it's fine. You're going here for the beautifully crafted, unique cocktails anyway. read more

My wife and I stumbled in here for a late lunch/early cocktail hour before a show and we were quite pleasantly surprised. I can't remember the cocktail my wife had, but I had a Manhattan made with barrel toasted Elijah Craig and it turned out to be one of the best Manhattan's I've ever had. We had the bread and butter and truly enjoyed the warm, crusty bread with the assortment of house made compound butters. We'll be back! read more

Solid all around for service, food, and innovative cocktails. Hard to find places to go out and night. Kelnero didn't disappoint! We had a nice set of veggie appetizers. The roasted brussel sprouts were great and we could have eaten another plate. The poutine (also veg) came out a bit late and cheese curds were cold but otherwise a great option. My companion had the milk (vegan) punch and I had a hot toddy and Oaxca cocktail. All well-made and really tasty. Wait staff is friendly and helpful. We will be back. Bonus tip: There is additional, heated seating in the back. read more

Wonderful place to hang out and have great cocktails. I am normally not a mixed drink person, but the drinks here are a lot of fun. I have not had a bad one! Generally great service from people who are very knowledgeable about the menu items. Do what your tab it is easy to spend $$$ here. read more

My husband and I love this place!! Its our second time coming here for a fancy cocktail. The bartenders always make such spectacular drinks!! Last night I discovered my new favorite cocktail which is called pistachio punch:)) Wow, it was so freaken gooood! I highly recommend getting this lovely cocktail with gin. Look forward to come back and explore other menu items. read more

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Dark and classy bar with incredible cocktail menu and small plates. The book of cocktails is magnificent. It might appear overwhelming at first, but it's arranged by flavor profile rather than booze which helps narrow down your options. In addition to cocktails (ranging from $10 to $85 with the median probably being $16), they also have wine, beer, and cider as well as some fancy mocktails. The Lumberjack (Scratch Barrel-Finished gin, honey, aromatic & douglas fir bitters, douglas fir brandy, rosemary) was strong and wintery. Perfect for a cold night. I tried sips of the Salt Bay Bae (mezcal, Kuma turmeric liqueur, lime, agave, curry & ghost chili tinctures, bay leaf, curry salt rim) and the Black Walnut Manhattan (rye whiskey, Averna amaro, black walnut liqueur, aromatic bitters, cherry) which were both interesting, well balanced, and delicious. Food was alright but definitely less impressive. More snacky than meal, so don't come too hungry! We shared the quesadilla (tiniest I've every seen at $13), the pretzel board (more like a wee pretzel baguette for $10), deviled eggs (3 for $5), and two orders of the smoked potato dumplings (a laughably small serving for $14 but too good not to order another round). Service was friendly and knowledgeable. I will come back here for drinks any night of the week! read more

I don't know how I haven't written about how amazing this place is!? I have been here 3-4 times now and it's been wonderful every time! Think between my friends and myself we have been through at least 2/3 of the cocktail menu and are never disappointed! The staff is friendly and attentive without being annoying. I have sat outside everytime and it's nice atmosphere, but prefer the low tables. My favorite food is a halloumi rhubarb dish that is out of this world! The cheese plate is also nice to munch on! Will have to go back and check out their music nights, but very happy with this new addition to the Edmonds scene :) read more

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Yes. It's a five star craft cocktail bar. No. We don't have many of those. Closest would be Corvus on Capitol Hill. Yes, we will be back, many many times. Their menu is better than movies. Must explore. We've had Last of the Oaxans, Naked and Famous, and Sloe Boat to China. All perfect. read more

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Kelnero has made me fall in love with cocktails. Between me and my husband, I am quite certain we have tried every drink on the menu. They are always exceptional, carefully crafted, well-balanced, true to their description, beautiful, and fun. The drinks are great, but the service is equally stellar. We once came in straight from putting our dog down. After we cried through a couple of rounds, we felt we should explain ourselves. Our waiter then brought flutes of champagne (on the house) to toast our pup's memory. The innovations and outdoor seating options have kept us regulars during the pandemic. I love being a customer here because I know I will get something great and also support a business that is working hard to support Edmonds. read more

This place! Excellent Craft cocktails! Go!!! Now one of my favorite bars in Washington State. The Ten Year Daiquiri and the Lychee Cauldron are probably the two best cocktails in the place, and Kate, the awesome mixologist, agrees. The staff was friendly and there was live music. read more

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Fabulous and unique craft cocktails made by experts! Great, welcoming environment all around. Don't miss out on the food either - deviled eggs and the mushrooms were amazing! Secret - $5 craft Jell-O shots!! read more

This is my 3rd time visiting this place. Never disappoint!! Their cocktails are amazing. Well balanced and super delicious!! They sure know their stuff. I hope they will be in business for years to come. Definitely will support them frequently. Highly recommend this place to all my friends. Fortunately I don't live far so will definitely be a regular. read more

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Amazing service. Great drinks- Pisco sour, pistachio punch were perfect. Got there early, so quiet and calm. The menu was informative and fun to read. read more

Popped in for a beverage. A bit pricey, but chill, comfortable, and awesome selection. Service was great.

Awesome drinks! Had three different ones and they all were amazing. The vodka in the martini was incredible. The peach brucheta is awesome and so is the sweet potato humus with sourdough bread, which is gluten free. You will not go wrong here. Definitely one of my favorite spots to go now! read more

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Great casual atmosphere, ambiance is A+, and the drinks were stiff and delicious! Got the old fashioned made with Scratch Distillery's whiskey and my wife got the Resting Beach face. Charcuterie was delicious and I highly recommend the bread as well! read more

Stopped in after the Arts Festival for a cocktail with friends. Despite being busy, we were greeted and sat right away. Service was exceptional and cocktails were outstanding. Having separate spaces for seating made it feel like we were in our own private VIP room. I highly recommend the Alpine Fever and the Froot Loops- both were refreshing not only in taste but as conversation starters. We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and will be back soon. read more

Great spot!! Loved the drinks and good location. My only comment is the girl who works there, I think she is a manager or something. She needs to be friendlier. She just seemed annoyed and unhappy. There was a guy there that was cool. I think his name was Nick. He was nice. read more

Kelnero is a favorite of my friends and I in Edmonds! Extensive craft cocktail menu, nice beer and wine selection and non alcoholic offerings. The food menu changes every so often but each time I've dined I've been delighted with each plate of food. Unique and inspiring flavors. Outdoor and indoor dining options. Super friendly staff. Kelnero is worth the drive if you're not in Edmonds. 10/10 experience every time! read more

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Best drinks. Best staff. Best pretzel. Worst deviled eggs... But we don't go here for the deviled eggs. This place never disappoints.

These guys are still killing it! Their takeout menu during the shutdown is so yummy and I love that they have specials every week. My favorite is the duck, perfect every time! I also love their inventive bottled cocktails that rotate every week or so. I have not been disappointed with one yet. Although I have not purchased a crate, we purchased some individual bottles though, I love that they have that option that comes with all of the garnishes and everything at a reasonable price. Keep supporting local! read more

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Good vibe, good drinks, good service, but their bottle price is kinda rip off. I would definitely come back here again. They have so mNy cocktails to try read more

Coming out of the Covid era, I like to go to places that offer great customer service or have entertaining staff/ambiance. Kelnero has neither of these. It might be that I'm not suited for a place like this, but when I did go it was an expensive off-putting experience. Menu items are very expensive and the staff was nice, especially as I was asking questions about the name and origin of the business. read more

There are a lot of so-called cocktail bars in this world. But this is one that actually fits that billing. The drink menu is lengthy and full of amazing drinks that you won't find anywhere else. They absolutely know what they're doing with liquor here, and combine a number of obscure things than you'd never believe went together, but taste amazing. If you're looking for a jack and coke you should go to a dive bar. But if you want legit, creative cocktails this is the best place around! The lumberjack and the cranberry sauced were our favorites, but we haven't had a bad bad drink yet! read more

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A breath of fresh air in Edmonds! I've been here maybe a dozen times since they opened - they have a robust drink menu, with seasonal drinks and rotating cocktails. The cocktails are divided up by flavor profiles so you can choose an old favorite or try something new in a similar style. (There's also beer and wine.) The staff are great - friendly, quick, and knowledgeable. The owners are also wonderful people - not behind the scenes, but here working alongside their staff, mixing drinks and helping customers. Finally, the food is excellent as well - it tends on the fancy side, but there's all price levels and variety so it's perfect if you just want a snack with your drink, or want dinner. I've been missing the Capital Hill restaurant scene since I moved here from Seattle, but Kelnero is my new go-to when I want a quality cocktail and a good atmosphere! read more

Nick is the fucking best!!!!!! Fire drinks fire attitude I think I'm in love order any tropical drink or ask him to make you a special!

This is now my favorite cocktail bar. Everything is amazing and I love jsut making my way down the menu (pages worth). I've now brought different friend groups and everyone's loved it every time. I think one of my favorites is the pistachio punch. Just such a unique drink and so well balanced. Every drink is just an adventure and I love it. Really hope I can be back for the frozen drinks too. read more

Craft cocktails done with impeccable flair and skill. The Black Walnut Manhattan was delicious! The charcuterie plate could have been more substantial, but let's face it--Kelnero is about the cocktails first and the food is a supporting character. Also, waitstaff/bartenders are friendly, warm and eager to educate and help. 10/10 would recommend! read more

This is one of those rare times when I want to say "OMG this is the best bar in a 30 mile radius" but at the same time want to keep quiet because it's a small cozy bar and I want my spot when I want it without having to wait for everyone who saw this review and thought "oooh we should go" and get there before me. I don't want to give you details because then you'll put Kelnero on your list of places to go, then you'll put it on your regular rotation and then it will always be crowded and then we'll all have to wait for a spot or wait longer for our fabulous, thoughtfully well-crafted drinks to be served. The small food menu is also thoughtful and deliberate and I'm not known at all to order the mushroom quesadillas twice in one sitting or devour the superb short rib too quickly. So I'll just say this "Kelnero has a small food menu and large craft cocktail menu and basically doesn't suck." read more

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Went here last Saturday 2/22 for My 40th Birthday! Fabulous cocktails! I felt like I was in another era, another country. It is a true hidden gem. The amount of craft and artistry placed into each cocktail is amazing. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the cocktails. You will have an experience not just a drink. Thank you Chris read more

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The best cocktail bar in the galaxy. Most visionary cocktail menu ever. Cool atmosphere for date night or bad ass get-togethers. This is my favorite option for responsible food options. Also great for an easy friend night, or as an Edmonds highlight location to impressvisiting guests. read more

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