Not sure what happened to this place. Sparse crowds on a game day? Then I got my "brunch". Seasoned tater tots for breakfast potatoes. Seriously. Tater Tots. Now I understand. Did Jaks sell this place? Totally phoning it in. How do you mess up Brunch? Not hard to do hash browns or crispy potatoes. Maybe add some garnish to finish the plate. Or maybe a smaller plate so the overcooked scrambled eggs appear like a good portion. Service was superb. Used to be our go to. Now, I'll choose somewhere else. Which is a bummer. read more

Sunset Alehouse - "Brunch" - Burgers Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

First time here and will be back. French dip was delicious and service was quick. Cod and chips was fine, not much flavor, just fried. Will go back and try other things for sure. Drinks and service were great! read more

The Italian Grinder was delicious! The best I've had in years! Service was prompt, warm and friendly! You will find the restaurant to be welcoming and chill. Enjoy! read more

I truly enjoy this place. The assortment of beers and ales is remarkable. Make no mistake, it's more "tavern-like" than a restuarant, but the food I've had was always good and plentiful. the French-dip style sandwiches are the best I've ever had. I've never eperienced such an assortment of great brews available. In fact they have a rotating "menu" above the bar that's more interesting than most baseball games. Very informal but not, ahhh "life threatening" as say, the local pub in some places I've visited. Indeed, if memory serves I've seen families dine there with the kids. Maybe that's why they have outdoor dining??? Better check though as my kids are old enough to join me there, and with much fun. If you fancy yourself a "Brew Authority, check this place out. read more

The food used to be so much better. Has gone downhill in the last few months. They got rid of all of our favorites from the menu. No more NY Steak Sandwich, no more Poutine Tots, No more 3 Chili Philly, No more Buffalo Chicken Salad. They got rid of all their seasonal specials, even our favorite Chicken Fried Chicken with Jalapeno Gravy. The works tots appetizer used to be sharable size.... no so much anymore. I tried their regular Philly cheese steak sandwich..... but frankly I've had better from the freezer aisle at Costco. We were informed that they have a new executive chef. Booo!!! Bring back the previous one, they were much much better. read more

2 stars for a decent wait help.... Half hour to get lunch after it was ordered...not a deal breaker. Ruben sandwich...get em a lot...so bad I can't describe it. Daughter loved her salad...yea! Wife got the chicken sandwich served on a hamburger bun....took piece of over cooked fried chicken out and ate it...left the rest. Left a 20% tip for wait staff...hope the management doesn't get a nickle. The poor food is on the manager!! Btw...that was an 80$ lunch...iced tea only.. Good to see my daughter...made it a good day. read more

Decent place to get reasonably priced food and drinks. Looked up dog friendly patios in issaquah (on the way back to Seattle from a hike) and found this place. Wasn't expecting it to basically be in a gas station parking lot - but it was still nice to sit outside. FOOD: We all ordered burgers, and they were good! You won't get the option to get a medium rare burger patty here (or at least they didn't ask - I wouldn't try it), but other than that the burgers are tasty and have lots of toppings. The fries are good here too - nice and crispy but soft inside. "3 Chili Silly" Burger - beware of the sauce! It is legitimately spicy. House made sauce with Serrano, jalapeño, habanero, and I believe ghost pepper extract. We ordered the sauce on the side and were glad we did. DRINKS: During brunch hours they have $5 brunch cocktails, or a big mimosa for $8. My $5 greyhound was better than the "Manmosa" HOT SAUCE: the 3 chili silly sauce was so spicy I didn't even bother asking, but I saw other tables with hot sauce caddies that had an assortment of condiments. read more

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Recently, I found myself in Issaquah needing a late lunch and craving a cold beer. Thanks to Yelp I found the Sunset Alehouse. Located in a large strip mall, one of the best things about this place is the huge parking lot. Parking is somewhat of a commodity in this area, so it was a relief not to have to worry. Since I was by myself, I sat at the bar. I ordered a pint of Mac and Jack's, and a cup of their gumbo. It was the perfect lunch. The gumbo is super authentic, and very very spicy. I was actually sweating when I finished it. But in a good way. The beer was a great way to top it off. I noticed they appear to have a great Happy Hour menu, and a weekend brunch menu. I could definitely see myself stopping by and checking this place out again. But I could also see myself just ordering that delicious gumbo again. Next time I will get it in the optional sourdough bread bowl. Yum yum! read more

Fish and chips are frozen breaded, over cooked and supper dry. Never again for me. Now; others who like your fish and chips that are dried out, enjoy. Fries were under cooked, how odd. Baha slaw was really good, one out of three. read more

Staff, ambiance and food is delish! Great alehouse in Issaquah highly recommend for casual dining read more

Sunset Alehouse - Kale artichoke Dip with pita - Burgers Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

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First time trying Sunset. Wings, half house salad, tots and my sweets said the Sunset dip was so good he would be thinking about it later. Holiday gingerbread cheesecake is yummy!!! This place is definitely a keeper in our book and we will be back! We didn't even drink any alcoholic beverages. TVs with games on. read more

Sunset Alehouse - Winter Cocktails - Burgers Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

The poke bowl is deliriously delicious. Service is excellent and personal. I wish the outdoor dining were more comfortable.

The first time I came here it was great. I got the Haymaker and it was delicious. This must have been a fluke. The last time I went (for food), the burger was DRENCHED in grease.. to include a greasy soggy dripping bun and a 1/2 inch layer of oii in the bottom of the basket also making the fries disgusting.. I ate it out of hunger and regretted it for two days. NOW.. just this weekend, my wife And I showed up to hopefully get two beers and an appetizer in the bar. The sign said "Wait!".. so wait we did. Not one interaction with the staff (which we saw many) and after ten minutes, we went elsewhere. IT WAS NOT BUSY. THERE is no excuse. There were even idle employees that might have said "be with you in a moment". Management failure. So much potential.. but fail. I only was nice enough to give two stars because of my initial encounter. I doubt that I will return. read more

Great place with friendly staff and consistently good food and service. Some recent changes haven't been the best on the menu but maybe I just loved the OG menu. read more

Very disappointing place in Issaquah downtown. I had been to this place a couple of times for breakfast and it was decent but today when I decided to review they were not offering brunch menu. Decided to get the Italian chicken and Gumbo. Both items were not very good at all. Italian chicken was supposed to have pesto and a balsamic dressing however I barely tasted any pesto. The balsamic dressing was so heavy that it made the sandwich salty. The chicken was not dry but the bread was too thick. It was one of the. OST dissatisfying sandwiches I had. I didn't even finish it but the tater tots here are great and very crispy. The gumbo was also not very flavorful and it did not have a lot of rice that we were expecting. The attached barely eaten gumbo clarifies that. I will not be coming back here again and would not recommend this place. The Rogue Ales Brewhouse down the street has better food. read more

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Inflexible!! Borderline lazy Hostess. The is indoor and outdoor dining and heaters outside. There was a 15 minute wait to dine inside. So we tried outside but asked if we could come in when the table opened up. Nope, can't go inside after being outside! But you can wait in your car. Also please look up our menu on your phone. We said no thanks and walked out. And I said why can't you wipe down the outside table and let is inside later- tooo lazzy? read more

Our server was great. It was cold in there. The food ok and expensive. Not sure if I will be back. Post Covid so many cute places are expensive now. read more

Despite that I love the food here and I think their brunch is great, their gluten free menu is not only lacking but completely insulting. One person in our party of 6 has celiac disease so I'm always looking out for good places that have a decent gluten free selection that is clearly marked. I know it can be a hassle, but there is usually stuff that is naturally gluten free without much risk (aka corn based stuff, meat etc) So what happened is, we asked for a gluten free menu and they bring it, but it's all fried items with no dedicated fryer, and then they had an "extra glutinous" part at the bottom which was incredibly rude. There were gluten free things on the menu, but it seems like the chef either doesn't care to mark it and the waitress wasn't super interested in helping either. I recommend not going here if you are celiac, at least until they have a properly labeled menu. Duke's and lots of other restaurants manage to mark gluten free items very easily, Sunset needs to get with the program. read more

restaurant 3.2 stars *south hill haymaker burger-2.5stars *squealer scramble-3.5stars *bloody marry-3.5stars *atmosphere-4stars *service-5stars Southhill haymaker was a peanut butter burger that was interesting to try but I would not do again. My girlfriend hated it but I thought it was OK-ish. The squealer scramble was OK but nothing special, kind of bland and needed to be mixed up. the bloody mary was good but not mixed enough. Might be a fun bar to watch a sports event at. Also there's outdoor seating. read more

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Best Martini on the east side for sure... And you have to go on Tuesday for the Chicken Tortilla soup. Loved it. It was as good as the soup in San Diego. They have many beers to choose from and they have wine and a full bar. Food is your typical bar food. This place is tucked in a corner and you would not find it unless you know it is here or google bars. Staff is friendly and prompt. Gets super busy when people get off work since this is a hang out for local Costco and Microsoft employees. They have places for large groups so that makes it nice if you want to meet the gang after work for a drink. read more

Bartender was great. Drinks were good. The Reuben was dry and tough. It was put on the cooktop and burnt. It wasn't fresh. Reuben's supposed to be sliced on order, not crispy like bacon. read more

Overall excellent experience! We came during the Covid outbreak while "glamping" at a nearby RV park. Our waitress (Chloe) was super nice, attentive, and amazing. She made us feel welcome and treated us like we were old friends even though we never met before our visit. Two of us ordered the halibut, but they were out of it and just had cod. On the plus side, the cod was bar raising. Much better than most typical "fish and chips". On the down side, we were charged the menu price for halibut and chips even through we just got cod (which is a lower price fish just about everywhere else). My daughter ordered the kids pasta which she loved. It was a bit pricey at $11 including marinara on the side. The chicken and rice soup was fantastic, but with a tinge of spice. I'd still order it again even with a little acid reflux later in the evening. On the drink side I had a delicious pear cider that was crisp and not too sweet. I also ordered a stronger IPA. We showed up only about 25 mins before they closed (at 8pm, relatively early for a Saturday night even with the Covid), but Chloe made sure we had the chance to get a second round in before last call. I will definitely return. We had a great time and look forward to our next visit! read more

The food was really good and the service was great as well! Went on a Friday afternoon so it wasn't too busy. I got the peanut butter bacon, might be called the haymaker and It was really good! Also the fries were good as well! Just wish it came with some more fries. read more

The last few times I've come here to enjoy a bevie and meal I can't help but hope for a return of the old menu, with lots of options for spicy dishes and other items that differentiate their menu from any other pub. I now don't see much difference from the Ram. Ugh, another local place that's succumbed to mainstream. read more

Came on a sunny Saturday en route to a hike and needed an outdoor seat because of our dog. Our family of five was seated right away in the covered outdoor patio and our server was prompt and friendly. The menu was what you'd expect from an Alehouse with a decent selection of beers. The kids menu also had the expected selection of burgers, chicken strips and quesadillas. We ordered fairly quickly however the food took about 30 minutes to come out. It came hot so I don't think it was an issue with the service as much the kitchen. The kids thought their food was fine, my tuna melt was also decent, although a little spicy with jalapeños chopped inside. My Partner ordered the mushroom Swiss burger and was really disappointed....said you could taste flavors from other foods in the bun and the patty was over cooked. Overall, just an average rating for this spot. Not terrible but I wouldn't seek it out. There are two other pub-type spots within two blocks to choose from. read more

Sunset Alehouse - Mushroom Swiss burger - Burgers Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

great neighborhood spot! they recently expanded their outdoor seating due to covid and it's quite enjoyable for a summer evening. my family has enjoyed coming to sunset for years - a great array of solid and varied options to satisfy everyone. some of our favorites are the tuna melt, the sunset salad, the steak sandwich (sunset is also owned by the owner of jak's, a well-known and well-loved local steak restaurant), the italian chicken sandwich, the blackened salmon sandwich, and the reuben! read more

Sunset Alehouse - blackened salmon sandwich as a lettuce wrap with sweet potato fries - Burgers Near Me - Issaquah, Washington

Great service and food. Sitting at the bar is great because the tenders are engaging Especially nice when you can walk to it in less than 5 min. read more

First of all, I have to say the service here is always good. We have been coming here for years. That being said, I was fairly devastated recently to find out about recent menu changes, specifically, the 3 chili Philly. I loved this sandwich. I lived for this sandwich. If I ever found myself on death row, this sandwich would be my last meal. But now, the chili sauce is gone? What fresh hell? And it's not only that. I could be ok with the old sandwich without the chili sauce. It's fine, I'm not above bringing my own hot sauce. But the bread is different, the cheese is different. No whiz!? Come on Sunset! Don't let the pandemic take this too! read more

Went with my friend and the food was delicious, fast and warm. The staff are such nice people and we are so glad we discovered this place.

Great service. Food was amazing. Awesome staff and service. Would recommend for great eats and a night out!

I stopped by post-hike with a ravenous hunger for a late lunch. I ordered the Santa Fe chicken sandwich. It had loads of chicken and came with pepperjack cheese and a roasted poblano pepper as well. I'm a fan of spice, so I ordered the 3 chili silly sauce. The waitress thankfully talked me into getting it on the side. This is rare for me to say, but I could not have tolerated a sandwich full of that sauce, it was incredibly spicy! I left satisfied and full. I would come back if I had a mighty hunger and was craving American food. Unfortunately, as far as I'm concerned, the ceiling for American food is low, at about the level of Red Robin, which makes me an infrequent customer. read more

Wish I took a picture of our Grilled Salmon, steamed broccoli/carrots and garlic mashers it tasted so deliciously fresh and yummy! The Best! Don't waste your money at Coho on their Salmon Pit dish, come to Sunset Alehouse you will not be disappointed, also to add the portion size was huge! We will be back soon! Thank you Tim read more

Solid choice for when the game is on or when you need some nibbles & a drink with a group. Good comfort food, great breakfast and wonderful staff. Every time I visit, I have a pleasant experience & I've been highly impressed with the staff (consistently good!) read more

This is a really nice place. I decided to meet someone on a date here. She ghosted me but I ended up meeting a colleague of mine from work. Nice collection of beer mostly local breweries, wine and cocktails. They have a decent food menu too. Nice variety. I ordered the 3 chili silly - a burger - substituted with veggie burger. It was spicy as advertised and I loved it. My colleague mentioned he was a regular at this place so I think it can't be that bad. Glad I picked this place- it was worth the drive! Service was good although a bit slow, the waitress that served me was polite, all smiles and efficient. Btw 4 stars in my book is pretty darn good. read more

This place used to be our go-to before the pandemic. Then during the shutdown, we supported them with regular to-go orders. Sadly they have recently "dumbed down" the menu and removed most of our favorites. The food is still decent, but nothing special. Its now just standard pub-grub but their prices are still high. For example, a pint of beer with tax and tip is now over $10. We hope they'll wise up and bring back some standout items like the Santa Fe Salad and the Pork Carnitas, which were awesome. Finally, serving farmed salmon in Seattle is ridiculous. These are among the many reasons we hardly even go there anymore. read more

Decent food. Challenging parking for disabled. Friendly welcoming staff. I asked for a small portion plate and because I wasn't a child they refused. I cannot consume a large portion. I don't like that poor customer service. read more

I've been here a few times for a rushed lunch in between meetings but this was the first time I got to eat dinner here. I met a friend and ate in the bar section. We split a seasonal appetizer of poutine fries. There was lots of cheese and gravy and it could have used a few more fries but it was so yummy. Poutine for everyone! I got the chili verde which came with delicious rice and beans. The pork was so flavorful and juicy. I had enough to have leftovers for lunch the next day. The staff was nice and friendly but didn't refill our water or ask if we wanted another round of drinks. This is a slightly pricier restaurant (it's part of Jak's Grill) but the food is yummy. read more

This is a fun neighborhood bar, with awesome food in Issaquah. I shouldn't expect anything less though, given that it's by the same owners as JaK's, which is one of the best restaurants in Issaquah and is around the corner from here. But if you can't afford a steak like me, or not one to be fancy - like me, again, Sunset Alehouse is a great option. First of all, the draft list is always solid, as there are always a ton of local drafts to choose from. I also noticed that the last Monday of every month they partner with a local brewery and do a tasting event with them. I can get on board with that! For anyone who likes craft beer - this is a place you'll have to check out, just for its respect for good beer! Plus, the food is solid. In my last visit my friend and I came here on a Friday during dinner service. We ordered Buffalo Wings and Tots, both of which I would happily eat again from here. They may be typical bar food, but the quality is telling here. The tots had a good seasoning to them, with just a hint of spice like cajun seasoning and were extra crunchy. And the wings were awesome! I really appreciate the fact that Sunset does not overly bread their chicken wings because that's my biggest pet peeve with wings. I want the meat, not the batter! So I'm glad Sunset does them justice. Also, the buffalo sauce seemed to be housemade, as it wasn't thick like Frank's from a bottle, but had more of an oily and thinner sauce to it - which was flavorful as buffalo sauce normally is. I just loved how meat-y the chicken wings were though. They were THICK, and you definitely get your money's worth. I'd love to try other items from here, including their happy hour food and weekend brunch which includes nine entrees for nine dollars each! I will wake up for brunch, especially for only nine bucks! They have patio seating with its own TV outside there! Service was fast and friendly, and because the alehouse is located in a shopping area it has its own private parking lot. read more

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Friday early dinner just as happy hour was ending. Place was on the loud side. Service was prompt and good. We got the Swiss mushroom burger which was just pink enough in the center and the jaks NY steak sandwich. My husband said to the server the sandwich was good medium rare as he asked.for but was a bit plain and it would have been good to have some sautéed onions or other toppings on it. She said people ask for it but essentially didn't offer those tips when taking the order. Suggestion to management is to train your staff to ask customers if they want any add ons, rather than the customer having a decent but not excellent experience. Would not keep us from going back again. read more

Want to start by saying that I love this place. Service is always spot on. However. Menu changes and portion changes and price hikes are not good. Favorite sandwich the sunset cheese steak is now all bread. French fry portion is now tiny and there is very little meat in the sandwich. It also costs $5 more than it used to. Sad to see the changes read more