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    The Clearwater

    3.2 (98 reviews)
    Open 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise

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    Crème brûlée
    Cari F.

    We loved having dinner at the Clearwater for our wedding anniversary. The waiter was so knowledgeable and helpful with all of our substitutions. And they even brought us dessert.

    Steak Thermidor. Yum!

    Hubby and I ate here before seeing a Journey Tribute band. We started with French onion soup and Caesar salad. The soup was very tasty and the salad was basic. They give you sourdough bread and olive bread and we enjoyed both. Hubby got a steak pasta dish and said it had so much flavor and was truly delicious. I had the steak Thermidor. The steak was very tender and well seasoned and the lobster was good. The prices are not too bad. We will certainly be back!

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    Melody D.

    This place was nice. Minus some onions slices on the floor by our table, but I can overlook that, out of sight out of mind. Our server was so sooo nice. We had reservations 8pm on Sunday evening and there was maybe 2-3 other tables. I had a Coke to drink and for my meal I ordered the Steak Thermidor as my meal. Birthday boy had a Coors Light and Steak Cavatappi. My fiancé said his Coors Light smelled weird/tasted weird. He liked his meal but choked on it 3 bites in and stepped out, he was gone most of our dinner date. *sad. But that was no fault of the restaurant. When he came back, he drank more of his beer and ended up choking more/spit/kinda threw up and didn't get to finish his meal. He said it was good though. Like an elevated Mac n cheese with Steak. The steak thermidor was great! The steak was VERY tender and cooked to a perfect medium rare. I had never had thermidor butter before but I liked it! It was creamy and light. Went perfectly with the lobster medallions and steak. I also asked for bordelaise sauce on the side for a little dipping variety. Overall it was a great dinner aside from my date choking and being absent 80% of the time. The staff was so nice they kept asking if he was okay. Even though my date was unable to finish his dinner and we had to leave earlier than anticipated, the server still offered a complimentary birthday dessert!

    Broken lid and missing spout
    J. K.

    I have to admit that I am being a little petty. We asked for hot sauce and I noticed the lid was broken. No biggie... but as I joked to my wife while pouring it on my dish, it actually poured out. The inner spout was missing. Again, not that big of a deal as my steak dish (Diablo bites) was served in a soup like sauce/bowl and I saw right away what was happening. My only issue is when I joked to the staff "you might want to take this bottle out of commission" and explained what happened they seemed to not understand what I was talking about.

    Baby mixed greens salad
    Hayley M.

    Nice dining experience! Beautiful restaurant with waterfront view, terrific service and food was delicious! Had Valentines Weekend in the hotel and hubby booked us dinner in the restaurant! Was lovely! Their Diablo Steak bites were so tender and flavorful, sushi was good! I could have stopped there, ordered their prime rib and had a few bites, delicious with the potatoes. Took off a Star for the sautéed mushrooms, presentation wasn't very good and too much wine flavor. Then the side of Brussel sprouts my husband ordered was massive, a tray of Brussel sprouts all for him! He barely made a dent in the massive tray, because I don't eat the vial little cabbage balls! Childhood horror memory with a mother who loved them and forced me to eat them! No thank you! There is nothing to love about those! We were stuffed to say the least! Took doggy bags of prime rib bits to go for doggy at home along with dessert for midnight snack in case hunger hit, it didn't! Waiter, Adrian was a delight, very friendly and attentive! Loved our dinner here! Will go again, make reservations ahead of time, weeks in advance! They were fully booked tonight and it's obvious why!

    Side of the front door
    Nathan Z.

    Service is bad. Table games closes at 12 on weekdays. Food options are horrible too. I threw away half of the order we got at the deli-it was overcooked. The fish and chips the only edible jte. Since they didn't make it there. No one seems to care about their job or the customers, with 3 people ahead of me, we waited for 5 minutes before we can order.

    Colleen R.

    Everytime an absolutely amazing get away. Great food and the best views . Rooms are luxurious and the walls are thick enough you're not hearing everyone else around you. Our absolute favorite casino getaway. Staff is always happy and clearly loving thier job. I always feel like a VIP.

    Kim M.

    I have dined here several times in the past and the food was a bit better than last night. I got the stuffed halibut with a potato, asparagus, and bread and butter. The bread was warm enough for the butter to spread easily but had a stale thing going on. Edible but not excellent. The halibut was super small but remarkably tasty. The asparagus and the baked potato I sent back. Asparagus looked a unique color not quite green and tasted awful. It was sad because I love asparagus usually. The baked potato was not only small and overcooked but ridiculously cold. They exchanged for spinach. Would have been good but someone cooking thought a very heavy hand on adding lemon to the saute spinach was a good idea. It wasn't! They sent me out another overcooked luke warm potato. The best part of this not so good experience was Johnathan my waiter. He was personable, attentive, on point with everything. Not his fault the food was subpar. All of the staff were good. It was a joy to see happy people giving good service in a time when restaurants are challenged to find enough caring and good employees. That level of customer service pushed my rating from zero to 2. I will go back because I am all about giving second chances. Wish I hadn't wasted my earned comps and points on this meal but glad I got to use them.

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    4.2(214 reviews)
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    This is more than a shoutout... it is a full-on, well deserved tribute to Sully's Bistro in…read moreSuquamish. This review will be a bit long, but I feel it's important to acknowledge when businesses go well above and beyond... into orbit in this case. Not only did they work to exceed expectations, but to set the ultimate standard for customer service and to demonstrate a commitment to caring for people beyond the customer-business relationship. This post is also a message both as an endorsement for diners, but also an advisory to every other business in this county. Take note - this is a roadmap for how you win forever customers: Last Saturday, my daughter got married in Poulsbo, in a ceremony that involved guests from Alaska, California, and Colorado. On the Sunday morning afterward, my wife Gayle and I threw a brunch celebration for our out of town guests as a thank you for making the journey for our daughter's special day. We made the reservation back in February in order to ensure they would have room for 20+ guests. At some point between then and now, Sully's decided to stop serving brunch. We didn't need to be their problem. It would have been easy to call or email us and let us know that our plans would have to change... with sincere apologies and an explanation as to why - blah blah blah, and with enough notice to get a reservation elsewhere, maybe. They didn't. In fact, they didn't even tell us they'd stopped brunch service. Some of our guests were calling us and asking: "Hey, Google says they're closed. Are you sure about this?" We didn't know, but figured we'd show up and find out. Instead, Sully's made sure to have enough staff a few hours early on Sunday, enough food, broke out the old brunch recipe book and dusted it off, and cleared the patio and set it up. All of that work just to ensure our guests had brunch. And a fabulous time. This was solely for our benefit. They weren't going to make a lot of money on just our party. Truth be told, they might have even lost some on it. They could have just shrugged us off. But they honored their commitment, even though it was a hassle, and a lot of extra work. Even though it meant knowing they'd have to special order food just for us, even though it meant more expense. And - not to belabor the point - they trusted US to honor *our* agreement to come. They hadn't taken a deposit. We could have ghosted them, especially if we'd believed Google's page saying they were closed. After all, we were strangers to them. But they treated us like family. And then... ...they crushed it with the food, the drinks, the service. They setup a special U-shaped table, complete with linens and flowers, and showcased a view of the Duwamish Sea that is unmatched in Kitsap County dining. I'd list all the food items and give a review - each one a culinary gem. But that would be cruel. I'd be bragging about food we had that won't be available to the community at large again (unless they bring back brunch... pretty please). No, what I wanted to call out was how deeply touched my wife and I were at their willingness to honor their promise, our reservation, and then go the extra mile to make it special. They didn't have to. But they did. And our guests were incredibly impressed, both with the food and the service. Thank you, with our whole heart, to the people of Sully's... from the owner on down to the staff. You made our day so very special. And while they may not serve brunch anymore... I urge you to go there for lunch or dinner. Support a restaurant that demonstrates loves for its community through its actions, not just words or fancy FB posts. And get the wings! (My personal fave) You won't regret it. Cheers to you, Sully's! We'll be diners with you for life.

    There was a good variety of seafood. Our server was very nice. We were seated in an outdoor covered…read morearea. They had it heated nicely and it was a cold rainy day. The buffalo wings were ok. The ones we had were pretty fatty so I wouldn't get them again. The flavor was your typical buffalo sauce. I liked it. The chowder was delicious! I'd get that again for sure. I ordered the cioppino. I loved it! Good amount of clams and shrimp. The fish was a little overcooked but tasted great in the broth. My husband got a turkey cheddar bacon melt, and fries. Fries were great, the sandwich not so much. Really dry and flavorless. Would not recommend. My blood orange fizz drink I got was really good. Is it worth the drive?....yes

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    4.4(98 reviews)
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    Nice atmosphere which is larger than it looks from outside. The service is pretty good with…read moresluggish periods. The top shelf margarita was reasonably priced and packed some punch. We like the bean dip accompanying the chips and salsa. We ordered the table side guacamole 5/5 (unfortunately we ran out of chips and couldn't get more see aforementioned sluggish periods), chicken fajitas 4/5, and bone marrow 4/5. The flour tortillas were a bit disappointing considering they were be made fresh at the entrance 3/5.

    We went here for dinner the day we arrived in Poulsbo. I was really in the mood for Mexican since…read moreit had been a week since my last indulgence. The ambiance is attractive and we were immediately greeted and seated upon our arrival. There is a private lot. I started with an exotic drink with mezcal and fresh blackberries since this is blackberry country. I forget the name but it is on the picture. It was delicious. The wife had Passion Fruit and it was also delicious. For entrees, the wife had chicken mole and did not care for it. The chicken was bone-in which is normally fine, but she did not care for this chicken. The mole was very spicy. There is a difference between flavorful with a kick or slow burn, but this was overtly spicy. She did not eat much and did not take it home. I had an exotic dish which I don't remember the name but it was essentially a chicken stew served in mortar bowl. Rice and black beans came on the side, but I added them to the stew to make it thicker. It was delicious. Very flavorful with a slow burn. If the review were based on this dish alone, it would be 5 stars. Our server was attentive and helpful. I liked the vibe and food more than the wife did, We are in Poulsbo only a couple of days so we probably won't return, but if we were here longer I would lobby for a return.

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    This is an adorable small restaurant. 7 tables and 4 bar stools. All tables seat 2 except one that…read moreseats 4. Reservations recommended. The menu changes monthly keeping everything fresh. Kudos to our server, Kat, as she was so smiley and friendly! We ordered the house rolls that came with honey butter and salmon dip that came with house made crackers. These were both amazing!!! My drink was a key lime martini. It was perfectly balanced with sweet and tart! My husband order the beef bolognese with handmade pasta. Tasted just like Italy! I ordered the catch of the day: pan roasted Coho salmon. So flavorful and cooked perfectly. Desert was the coconut cake with homemade vanilla ice cream. Flavors were great but the cake was too dense for my liking. The ice cream however, so creamy and perfect!!! This is a great place for a date night or special occasion. We look forward to going back and trying some steak! Is it worth the drive?...yes

    Small restaurant with 7 tables a 4 bar top stools. Very friendly staff. Kat was very attentive to…read moreus. Hidden little gem in an abandoned looking strip mall. I ordered the house rolls, smoked salmon dip with house made crackers and beef bolognese. The noodles were also house made. Cooked perfect! Sauce was just like how you would have it in Italy. Satisfying dish. My wife had the salmon and said it was cooked perfectly. The atmosphere was great, music playing so not quite but talkative. Prices were a little high but the quality justified the price. Would I recommend this place to my mom? Yes!

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    The Ballard Cut - Tommy steak. Get in there!

    The Ballard Cut

    4.4(328 reviews)
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    I believe The Ballard Cut seamlessly pairs culinary prestige with a warm, neighborhood atmosphere…read more My appreciation for their kitchen began a few years ago in their previous, smaller Ballard footprint, where I experienced one of my absolute favorite bites of food in the city. Remarkably, it was a side dish--a testament to how Chef Rachael treats every single component on the plate with meticulous care. When community members ask for recommendations that deliver both an exceptional meal and an outstanding beverage program, this is always the first destination I suggest. The menu beautifully balances signature cuts of steak with a thoughtful understanding that other proteins matter, offering expertly prepared chicken, fresh fish, and dedicated vegan main options. I truly believe "the bites" and "the sides" are equally treated as stars, and I always go back for the seasonal salad and crispy potatoes. The beverage program is equally legendary, offering an extraordinary opportunity to try rare whiskies from all over the world and different eras, where every single pour carries its own unique story. When I brought my partner in for his birthday, the owner asked a few questions of his whiskey interests, and customized a flight for him. It is a nicer, upscale restaurant that remarkably retains a deeply grounded community feel, and in my experience local recurring guests are remembered with genuine hospitality.

    Very bad food! I went with my family of four. Every single…read moredish was bad. I don't understand how they got over 4* but I fell for that mistake and expected a fine dinner. Bread and butter, bread crust is over cooked and supper dry. Butter dip : the garlic had burned flavor and the vinegar in it was a bit too unpleasant. Pork belly very under cook and chewy. Clam was okay. Water: I took a sip of my cup and instantly spit it back into the cup, taste like fishy or eggy or disgusting unwashed cup ... Main dishes: supper disappointing steak , supper chewy , not pleasant experience at all for a $200+ single order Pork chop, the sauce was interesting but it was also very chewy and nothing special. We spend over $340 and if it was as low as $20 we would never go back and try it again. I strongly recommend you to not go there for food. Very disappointing and low quality food, nothing as it is rated

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    Main dining area. There's outdoor seating.

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