We love Oxbow!! Excellent food and drinks. Great atmosphere! When the weather cooperates their patio is amazing!!

We tried the new Oxbow restaurant in Sumner and we were not disappointed. My husband really enjoyed the long bone pork chop and said it was tender and flavorful. The service from "Curt" was very personal and he was so helpful with the menu and drink selections. He described the selections perfectly and everything was so tasty and different than anywhere else in the area. We can't wait for summer weather when the deck is open to the river and beautiful view of Mt Rainier! read more

Oxbow Urban Kitchen - Long bone pork chop. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sumner, Washington

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We waited 1.5 hours for food and my child's food was not put in so her food was brought out last after everyone and she was hungry. My cousin ordered ginger beer and switched with the person at our table who ordered a mule, so hers had alcohol and she didn't order that, which is also super concerning if a child or teen would have ordered that. read more

First of all welcome to neighborhood! Nice place, good food! Only thing hope menu gets bigger, overall what this location needs! read more

I went to this restaurant when they first opened and haven't returned. It wasn't bad, it just didn't have the je ne sais quoi. The food was adequate. The service was almost adequate, the server disappeared after taking our order. We needed refills shortly after we received our appetizer but didn't get it until after the entrees were served. One thing was a little bizarre, there were two employees (they were well dressed so I'm guessing they were managers) who visited the 5 or so other tables that were there for an early dinner but managed to skip us. Then a white coat chef came around asking all the tables how the food was but he also managed to overlook our table. The restaurant is very open-concept so we weren't in some hidden non-visible nook. I'm not sure if we were reading into things, but we were the only POCs on the restaurant floor (not sure about back of house). It just seemed a little off putting. It may have been friends of the restaurant that happened to be there, most other patrons were at least 55+ so maybe we inadvertently showed up on a friends and family night or something, idk. We ordered the BLT buns. It was something unique. The blend of lemon aioli, the thick cut bacon and bun was well thought out and tasty. It was like an American style bao that was transformed into a sandwich. We had the fish and chips and a steak. The fish was served on top of a rosemary sprig, and the steam from the fish really brought out the aromatics and it was a fun surprise. The steak was a little overdone but since we order medium rare, it wasn't worth asking for a recook, it was still tender. For the $175 cost, it wouldn't be my first choice. I will say this, if you enjoy the occasional alcoholic beverage (their drink menu looked good) and you're single looking for somebody 40+ this might be a good place to get some drinks. The bar was pretty full and I saw several groups of singles having a good time. I'll try again one day if they get something new on the menu that looks interesting. read more

It was our first time and we loved it! The food was amazing and the customer service was outstanding! Can't wait to go back!

The food, the service.. our meal was fantastic all around! We can't wait for the patio to open. read more

Reserved a table for 4 and had to add one more at the last minute and they were able to accommodate us. We chose to sit outside and shortly after sitting down, it started to drizzle. They acted quickly to put up cover for most the tables. For those who didn't want to stay outside they quickly found and offered a solution in their upstairs area. I could see the manager setting up the upstairs area in a hurry in order to offer the space for many of us located outside, and they almost immediately offered us refuge inside, when the rest of the place was already full. Their service was absolutely impeccable and the view from the 2nd floor was even better than the deck. The food and drinks were spectacular as well! They have hospitality down and I will be back for certain! Thanks for taking great care of us! read more

Outstanding service, drinks, and food! Really cool modern vibe and nice to have an upscale place in the burbs down in the south end. I had the dry aged pork chop, it was so good it was stoopid!! My wife had the seasonal porcini ravioli and it was incredible! Service was top notch, everything about the place was read more

Oxbow Urban Kitchen - Dry aged pork chop. Incredible! - Steakhouses Near Me - Sumner, Washington

Service was amazing. The bar is amazingly stocked. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and seafood was fresh. Staff was friendly and engaging. Can't wait to go back read more

Everything was great. Brand new trendy looking restaurant and beautifully decorated ambience. We sat upstairs where the view is better and it's also a little quieter than downstairs. The bar is beautiful. Drinks are wonderful. The food was outstanding, the servers were sweet and nice. They were very accommodating even though our reservations were last minute. They did all they could to seat us at a very nice table upstairs. It's pricey but if you're looking for a high quality romantic place to grab a bite and you don't feel like traveling far to do it, this little gem is your spot. read more

I wasn't really impressed with the meal I had, especially for the price. I had fish n chips, which the breading is that cornmeal kind... not my fave. The actual fish part was good. Fries were awful, tartar sauce was gross and so was a "ranch" they brought. The salad was awesome (a basic Caesar) The ambiance was nice and much needed in the area. Doubt I'll go back, but I'm sure that won't matter! read more

Turned away first visit. Not offered a wait time or options...just sorry to busy. Sad.

Husband and I were super stoked to come try this place out! We ordered the rigatoni and the fajitas (beef). It was...underwhelming. Let's start with the rigatoni - there's A LOT going on there, mushrooms, meat, tomato, carrots. It did not look appealing but it tasted good. Too much mushroom not enough meat. The fajita were hit well seasoned but they were tender enough. The veggie seemed like they were out for a while. The service was slow. The ambiance - eh. It was fine. We were there when a teenager was celebrating her bday and they were loud and one of the girls nearly face planted falling in her platforms. That was at least entertaining. The downstairs seemed lively but upstairs felt empty like the space was missing something. All and all, thankful we tried it, but won't be back. read more

Food was ok, But the prices just don't line up with the quality or taste of the food, that you get. Hamburger was dry , halibut fish and chips were ok not much taste. Had a ceaser salad at it was pretty tasteless. The dressing was oil and lemon juice. Probably the worst I've ever had. Rosemary bread was ok came with some cherry butter which was good except the presentation off the butter made it look like liverworst. I don't mind paying for good food but this was not that.The building looks cool. We got seated upstairs and it was like we were eating in a reception hall or cafeteria. Service was not too bad.But we will not be back. read more

Wow! That's all I can say! I had been in the bar once last summer but didn't count that because I was in and out so fast. But I remembered the Salad Ala Thomas I had. My sweet sweet hubby took me there on a date night because I was so in love with that salad! We were seated right away and ordered our drinks and a very delicious appetizer of the smoked salmon toast. Right after we were served, the host brought over a complimentary sparkling rose wine for both of us. We felt like VIP guests! I had the king salmon and my hubby had the Australian Wagyu steak. Both were fantastic! I felt like every bite melted in my mouth! Our server was so sweet and answered all our questions, even the silly ones. We appreciated her patience with us. We decided to stay for dessert and had the chocolate cheesecake. I highly recommend that! Not too sweet and not overly rich, just right! Overall, we got exactly what we paid for and more! The experience alone was worth every penny spent. What a treat to have such a special place like this in Sumner and so close to home! Go in with no expectations and let the house do what they do best! read more

First time at this establishment. Wonderful experience beginning to end. Attentive service. Relaxing and chill ambiance with a modern aesthetic. We also got the brussels *not pictured* they were so so good! All the food was hot and flavorful. I love that this is a seasonal menu to keep it fresh and new. Will most definitely be back. Concerning prices these are adequate prices for an upscale dining restaurant in my opinion. I do not see this as a negative when compared to the surrounding restaurants. The portions were more than enough and the ingredients were fresh. Wine was also delicious. read more

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Food was plausible but not for a return visit. Prices were high and I was taken by surprise of a 4 percent added fee to the staff.

Went to Oxbow last night and sat in the bar. Travis, our server/bartender, was super friendly and provided great customer service. We loved the ambiance in the restaurant and the entire staff was super friendly and attentive. I tried the pork chop which had good flavor but I didn't care much for the bleu cheese polenta that it came with. I would try something else next time. My partner had the squash ravioli which was really good and would definitely recommend it. We enjoyed the pomegranate martinis and the Sumner 77 drinks as well which I felt were fairly priced. Overall I think this is one of the best restaurants in area and we would come back again to try some of their other food and drinks. read more

I really really wanted to love everything about this place. The concept is open, great view, what looks like a pricey but good menu. Went here 2 seperate occasions. One of which was just drinks with friends which we did not indulge more than 2 drinks per person and sharing a couple apps. We all split the bill and still spent almost 80 after each. I get you go for the view, is what it is. Second time I brought my fiance, we were sat outside, great view, but I forgot a light coat and it was windy so we asked to be moved inside. The waitress was annoyed at this request even though they hadn't brought waters out yet. Once inside we ordered drinks, an appetizer, 2 small salads and we each got an entree. Loved the idea that their fries are cooked in beef tallow. The food was pretty good, little salty for me on the steak but well cooked. The drinks were lackluster, possibly the experience of the bartender. What was more upsetting is that we spent over $300 and both ended up with the worst food poisoning we have ever had. Both had to call out of work. For a meal that expensive, I would not have thought I'd spend the next 2 days in the bathroom. ***do not have photos as we do phoneless date nights. read more

this is a brand new restaurant so our date night we decided to go. Definitely make a reservation! their is a beautiful patio. Try sitting outside. The service from our hostess to our server. Our view wasn't anything special but we had a good view of the restaurant. Decor was ok. Bar area was ok. The food was not as good as I thought it would be. The menu was limited and very expensive. I got the ribeye and my spouse ordered the chicken. No bread, no salad unless you ordered it from the menu. I sort of liked my steak. Too much fat! I felt like half of my steak was fatty. The flavor was a bit too salty but it was good. Their fries were perfect. Hot when I got my dinner. my spouse ordered chicken. He said it was dry, not seasoned except salt. I observed alot of bones and grissel. This was a beautiful building but their menu needs more finesse. read more

Oxbow Urban Kitchen - Steakhouses Near Me - Sumner, Washington

On two occasions, I ate here and had mixed feelings about my experience. While the service was excellent, the food fell short. The staff was attentive, friendly. However, the food did not live up to expectations. This most recent time, the salmon was undercooked, and it was very unpleasant. The salad lacked seasoning and tasted bland, and the shrimp weren't deveined. Additionally, the prices were excessively high for the quality of the food, a bland salad, salmon and two drinks cost $100. If they can improve the consistency and quality of their dishes, it has the potential to be worth the money. Overall, my experience was marred by inconsistent food quality, and the price, but the excellent service was a saving grace. We finished dinner and went down to trackside for actual good food. read more

Yesterday, stopped by for a drink and a lite snack. The appetizer list goes from $5. 10. @ 15.00. I choose a 15.00 appetizer, nacho chips, not at all good, some dry tasteless chips, and a bit of tiny pieces of meat. I didn't eat much; a glass of bubbly was 15.00. I had a beer. Bill was 127.00 for 4, we all had small appetizers. Food, very small portions and mine was not at all good. Service was good, just extremely expensive, Not going there again. Saw a steak on menu price $$$$ up to 64.00 B C read more

Just here for a cocktail, the menu looks interesting... but no happy hour is disappointing. read more

Oxbow Urban Kitchen - Kentucky Penicillin Evan Williams bourbon, cara cara orange, maple ginger simple, finished w/ applewood smoke. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sumner, Washington

Great seasonal menus, lovely atmosphere and view, and top notch service. Sit outside if you can, it's right by the river!

Everything was meh.... Nothing was very good, kids were running around screaming , took them forever to just come over and bring waters, and we got asked about 4 times by other team members about a food dish that they had in their hands since they didn't know who ordered it, also only saw our waitress three times, once to take our drink menus, once to order and once to give us the tab. Save your money go somewhere else. But if you enjoy overpriced food, disappointed and shit service go here. read more

My wife and I visited for dinner on 1-15-24. It was our first visit. We will be back. Service: Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. We sat in the bar. It was quite busy. Our server/bartender never missed a beat. Food: Excellent. I started with a half dozen oysters and then the Wagyu Fajitas. My wife started with the pork loin appetizer (we shared) and then had the shrimp and grits. We both loved everything we ate. Drink: I started with an old fashioned and then a recommended Chard to pair the fajitas spice. Wife had a red blend. Wine list is good and pricey. My cocktail was excellent. I finished with a rye our server recommended. Not a big rye drinker and this one hit the spot. (It was a Whistle Pig selection and don't recall which one) Whiskey Lovers Alert - The top shelf of the bar is a sight to behold. The Boss Hog, Stagg, several Balvenie choices, and many others. I had never seen a Boss Hog bottle in the wild before. My bottle price point is sadly well under a grand. I can see myself spending a hundy to try a shot tho.... We were on an enjoy a date night mission so cost and calorie restrictions where left at home. Our check was pricey for South King/North Pierce County. Not meant to deter anyone and also prefer no surprises. This experience was worth every penny. With a tiny bit of restraint we could have cut our check by a third. Visit the Oxbow Urban Kitchen. South King/North Pierce residents, we deserve this kind of dining option. read more

The new shining gem in Sumner! Be sure to make a reservation and try this place out. A few amazing dishes: the chicken appetizer, BLT appetizer, venison, fish and chips. Wonderful wine selection. Great service!!! Can't wait to go back a 3rd time!!! read more

Oxbow Urban Kitchen - The halibut is to DIE for. - Steakhouses Near Me - Sumner, Washington

Service was excellent, drinks were good. Food was verrrrry salty. I had the Beef Birria taco board and it was so salty I didn't eat much. My husband had the pork rib cap dish and he said his was salty too. Quite disappointed. :( Had the berry crisp for dessert, the berries were good, but the topping was anything but crisp. It's like they put a flour mixture (minus any butter) on top and then tried to burn the top of it with a torch in some spots. We brought a bottle of wine that we prefer to drink and thought the $20 corking fee was fair. Overall, not in any hurry to go back here. Spent a lot of money abd didn't feel it was worth it. read more

Amazing building, inside is nice and cozy. We sat on the deck above the Oxbow of the Puyallup River. I made reservations online, and when I got a text to confirm and in doing so indicated, this was for our anniversary. When we arrived, they congratulated us on our anniversary. I also requested to sit on the deck in the shade and had a fabulous table. We both ordered the wild king salmon special with mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus. All was cooked to perfection! I had 2 of their specialty drinks, and both were amazing. We took home the browned butter peach cobbler to enjoy at home. Yes, amazing, also! I didn't take any pictures Highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion. Price was on the higher side, but you get what you pay for, and we will be back soon. read more

Had a great evening at Oxbow enjoying the delicious food and service. We went for a special event and our out of town guests really enjoyed the space read more

Service was great. If you sit outside, watch out cause the many hornets like to dive bomb your food and head. There has to be a large nest underneath the outside deck. That was annoying. They need an exterminator or bee traps. Now onto the food.... It was pretty spendy, $200 for 2 people and that's with no cocktails/drinks. Got an Oscar ribeye. The Oscar part/seafood was good but the ribeye was not a great cut, but decent. Also ordered was a filet and that was decent as well. The steaks were not bad, but didn't seem like they were the best cuts. You never know though, could be the inventory, the butcher they use, or the way it was cooked, etc. The sides were lame fingerling potatoes (does anyone really like those things?) and dried out green beans. A regular loaded baked potato is what they should go with and maybe mixed vegetables? Just an idea. This Place isn't bad, just a little overpriced for what you get. read more

My excitement turned into a major downer at Oxbow Urban. We walked in hoping for a magical evening, but the folks at the front barely glanced our way. It was like we were invisible. Not only did the waistress forget to give me the Valentine's Day flower everyone else seemed to be getting, but she also couldn't get my drink order right, not once, but twice. It felt like the universe was playing a cruel joke on us. As if that wasn't enough, dessert arrived with two dirty spoons. It was like a symbol of the whole evening--messy and disappointing. In the end spending a total of $220 for this level of experience on a special occasion, I won't be recommending this restaurant to friends or family. read more

We visit regularly and love the menu rotation. The bartending is stellar with a great team that can make imaginative and creative cocktails. Travis, Abby and Preston keep the environment fun and delicious. It is a ten out of ten place to eat and enjoy. read more

I will give this place 3 stars for great food, the view, and a nice waitress, Katya. However, the hostess here is unpleasant and NOT welcoming at all. You would think the owner would put someone in front who will greet customers in a friendly manner. Lastly, everything here is overpriced. They will even include a SERVICE CHARGE of 4% on your bill (just so you know) even before you give the tip. Btw, if you're dining in the evening, the view doesn't count. read more

It feels like they want so hard to be something elevated but it comes across like a pick me girl. It's pretentious and overly done that it's like you leave hungry and unhappy because there is not a single thing that is on that menu that is comforting or enjoyable. It's like how many things can I do to this dish to make it seem cool but forgetting people are hungry. read more

Great food, great service. Abby was our server and I forget the chef's name; everything was perfect. I don't like leaving reviews, but I read negative reviews and I don't believe these people. If you want good food and good ambiance this is the place. Thank you for a great time! read more

The steaks lived up to what they advertised. The service was so-so. It's a hit and miss because it seems like they're short staff. The raw oysters were fresh and delicious. read more

Everyone in our table enjoyed their food, my carne asada was too raw & chewy for me, they did cook it more for me and it was good, is not in a Mexican style, so don't expect beens or rice, you'll get the meat and tortillas. My husband had the apple crisp.. not a repeat, mainly made with raw oatmeal. Drinks were good! $15 . Good service but it did take awhile, don't expect a bread basket while you wait either. Ambiance: unfortunately it was way too loud! We had to yell to hear each other as everyone else. If you like a romantic quiet place this is not for you. Perhaps if they can add sound barrier on the walls and ceiling that could improve! Overall it is pricey but good quality food. Also keep in mind they only open for dinner starts at 4:00. I would love to see if they open for lunch at least during summer time read more

Wow! What a great experience we had at Oxbow! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful and made our experience top notch. The building is gorgeous and the outside area will be so lovely in the warmer months. The food was INSANELY good! We started off with the oysters and they were sweet and buttery. We followed that up with the not wedge salad and it was incredibly tasty. Our dinner entrees were over the top delicious. My husband had the filet and I had the carne asada. My husband's filet was tender, wonderfully seasoned and perfectly cooked. My carne asada was flavorful and cooked perfectly to my medium rare liking. I loved the handmade tortillas and all of the fun sides to top my asada with. My favorite were the grilled green onions. Delicious and pretty! We ended our dinner with the lemon tart and it was the perfect ending to an absolutely fantastic dinner. Alex the chef made his way around to all of the tables checking on dinners and chatting with the patrons. Loved meeting him and I appreciate the customer service. We are so excited to have this restaurant in our neighborhood, and look forward to many more visits! read more