This is our second time being here. Last time was about three years ago. The place hasn't changed at all and not a bad way at all the chef the staff were all absolutely exceptional, and the food speaks for itself. We got to our reservation a little bit early and went on a pre-dinner garden walk, which included sampling multiple items in the garden, which kind of set the mood for the night. Right before heading out for the garden walk, we had an amuse bouche style bite. Once we were done with the garden walk, we sat at our table which was a communal table, which had two other couples, and we all three became very acquainted with each other by asking questions and given a background of who we are. As you can tell by the menu in the picture that I have posted that it was a very great listing of food items that were prepared for our evening and the pictures do not speak justice the flavor that was represented My wife really loved the Fieldhouse as I love the sunshine daydream. As the Fieldhouse was number two on my list, the tomatoes were 100% out of this world and were very flavorful. The place is always clean and organized and the staff is very friendly and helpful as well as they make sure that your time being spent there is 100% worth it. Ask for the recommendation I usually tell people I highly recommend a place but this place is a number one place. I tell people about if they want to have a romantic evening or special event plan that is surrounded by food and wine and good company. This place is a hands-down top-tier in Washington state. Thank you Chef Chris and GM Jack. As a sidenote, during the pre-dinner garden walk. I walked up to the general manager, Jack and told him how much I enjoy this place previously and his memory was on point of three years ago and remembered exactly where we sat and what I did for a living and everything ,100% surprising and it set the mood that the people here care about everybody. read more

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The missus and I were celebrating our 1st anniversary, and we chose the herbfarm for such an occasion! The menu for June 2026 was REVELRY for Spring. The reservation is for 7pm but you can arrive as early as 615pm to explore the gardens, wine cellar, and library, as well as get a welcome (non-alcoholic) refreshing beverage. All of the staff were introduced and they explained both the food menu and the wine pairings. During the meal, there's a live guitarist playing classical takes on tunes. Everyone is super polite, they commented on my Labubu and their custom (hand knit!) hat - shoutout to Rosalee for the Labubu hat. Here's the menu and the pairings. My thoughts were that the peas stood out but otherwise it was a forgettable meal. The space is nice and the ingredients are high quality, but I don't know if the price was fully justified by the overall experience. I think it was like $325/person plus service and tax fees? NORTH COUNTRY FARE Coastal King Salmon Three Ways With Roe, Borage & Lemon Balm Tartare with Tiny Greens, Mint & Lovage Egg & Grilled Belly with Egg Yolk. Radish & Chive Wine pairing: MAYSARA SPARKLING ROSÉ, MOMTAZI VINEYARD, OR Botanical pairing: marabela Sparkling tea with lemon verbena by Valdemar estates LOOKS LIKE Grain (it's bread) Sprouted Renan Sourdough & House-Churned Butter PEAS, PLEASE Tear Peas with Nasturtium, Lemon Thyme & a Sauce Made of Oyster & Shungiku Wine pairing: 2023 DOMAINE DIVIO PINOT BEUROT, WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR - uses Pinot gris grapes. The missus REALLY likes this one. Botanical pairing: Cascadia citrus lemony herbs with Angelica LITTLE PIGGIES Mountain Porcini Cooked Mountain Porcini Cooked in Aged Ham Fat with Hazelnut & Aromatic Spring Flowers Wine pairing: 2024 AMALIE ROBERT DIJON CLONES CHARDONnAY, DALLAS, OR - tastes kinda like a Chablis, but smells sweeter. No oak to this one! Botanical pairing: bunnies in the berry row carrot & strawberry with tarragon MOUNTAIN HIGH PIE Morel Mushroom & Quail Pie with Flowering Thyme Wine pairing: 2023 COLOR COLLECTOR GAMAY NOIR, WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OR Botanical pairing: field day melon juice with celery & lemongrass LIMB BY LAMB Lamb Grilled Over Hot Coals. Braised Heirloom Lettuce, Marjoram & Garlic Chives Wine pairing: 2022 No GIRLS DOUBLE LUCKY BLEND, WALLA WALLA, WA Botanical pairing: of the earth - a tea of wild berry leaves, mountain herbs & mushroom SPRUCE SPRINGCHEESE Campagnolo Cow's Milk Cheese. Seeded Bread & Spruce Tips ROSEBERRY STRAWMERRY Strawberry - Rose Geranium Sorbet Gramma Shirley's Cake with Warmed Strawberries. Cultured Cream & Crystalized Honey Cultured Cream Wine pairing: 2022 DELILLE LE PETIT DOUX, RED MOUNTAIN, WA - late season wine Botanical pairing: rose coloured glasses - bolle rose infused with Douglas Fir, rose Geranium & elder berry CREAM RISES Cream Puff of Montmorency Cherry & Anise Hyssop They also give you a bonbon on your way out. Parking is either self-park at the lodge, or valet with Willows Lodge in the same space. read more

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Went to The Herbfarm to celebrate an early Valentine's and my husband's promotion. What can I say, as usual the service is top notch. They know who you are when you walk in the door! Every little detail is amazing. They made our night very special hands down. The food was phenomenal. Everything so fresh. I loved that a lot of the seasonal things I grow myself was also on their menu. The wine pairings were good, but like most things, wines are subjective to personal taste. And last but certainly not least, inside the restaurant was absolutely beautiful. A very intimate affair and it was nice that the you could see them cooking and preparing your food. The chef explained everything about the meal before you started. Definitely will be going as much as possible while we still reside in the state. read more

For starters, this is not my first visit to the herb farm. I have been to a handful of dinners, but none of them quite as exquisite as the truffle dinner! We came here as a family for my birthday. This was truly the meal of a lifetime and one we will never forget. If you get the chance to do this I highly recommend. Service was impeccable as always and we enjoyed every single course. Can't wait to try other experiences here! read more

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This is maybe my 5th visit to the Herbfarm over the years. Every time has been delightful. They greeted us with warm apple cider with geranium and portobello. The chef did an inside talk about the herbs and plants being used. We got to do a tour of the wine cellar and you can go upstairs and see the 100s of cookbooks. This menu was "Traditions" and featured foods I normally don't eat, like rutabegas and rabbit. But everything is so delicious. Wine pairings are great and you can add supplements that are often rare or hard to find. I got a little purse stool for my pocketbook so it didn't have to stay on the floor. Classical guitar in the background just makes it so nice. Service is always impeccable. It's definitely a special occasion event, but has always been an amazing meal. read more

The Herbfarm - Modern European Near Me - Woodinville, Washington

This is our second time here. Parking: plenty free parking Arrival We invite you to arrive as early as 45 minutes prior to the start of your dinner to explore the grounds. Our chefs will be hosting a conversation on the ingredients used in the evening's dinner, while our sommelier will be offering a wine cellar open house. Seating will begin 10 minutes prior to your dinner time. Service: impeccable as usual. They contacted us days prior to know if you have any allergies or special event you celebrate. They greeted you outside the door as you arrived, and served you their tea and a little appetizer before you start your your. You can enjoy your tea and appetizer upstairs in the library. They have a restroom in the library so you don't have to walk downstairs. They keep your table clean and neat. When you go to the restrooms during dinner, they will come and change your napkin with a new one. The Herbfarm is Tasting menu farm to table only. Menu changed every 2 months due to availability. Dinner: $325 per person + 20% service charge + tax included Herbal non alcoholic beverages pairing, or wine pairing or beer if you prefer. It is a 4 hours long dinner. The tour included the chef explaining all the herbs are used for today's dinner. Then there's the wine cellar and dried meat. He showed us the wine collection. Then you can go outside and across. Follow the sign. There you will see the herbs and their pigs pet. Once time for dinner, we were all seated. Our table has special frames with our names and what event you celebrated. You can bring the frames home with you. The chef introduced the team and explained all the ingredients where they sources from and partner with. At the end, they give you special gift, seeds. There's a live music, this guy has been playing for them for the last 15 years. read more

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Hands down one of the best meals I have ever had. The food was full of flavor, and even the courses that focused on simple ingredients such as peas were surprisingly delicious. The wine pairings complemented the meal, and the service was above and beyond exceptional. Even though it was a fancy experience, the dining room felt comfortable and the chef was willing to answer questions at the table about the different courses. I cannot say enough good things about the team that works here and hope to try another season of food in the future! read more

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We felt welcome from the time we made our reservation to when we entered the restaurant and were led to our personalized table. Here are thoughts from our party: Flawless execution. Decadent but not pretentious. Open to requests. Beautiful food. Every course was amazing in taste and presentation. It was fun to interact with their entire staff as they orchestrated excellent service. We saw the garden at the beginning of the season and would love to visit again in September to see the different produce and flavors. We thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful experience! read more

I went here to treat my girlfriend for her birthday and made reservations a few months out just in case. Usually Sundays are much less busier and imo starts at a more convenient time as the dinner is 4:30pm vs 7:30pm for Friday and Saturday. The experience starts about 45 min before the dinner time, and you're encouraged to show up early to allot time to check out the area and 15 min prior the chef will take guests on a garden tour. The dinner featured 9 courses and wine pairing, and you get to keep the menu on the napkin and the frame which are nice souvenirs. Food is overall good, average in terms of fine dining that I have been within the greater Seattle area and beyond, and service is okay. Definitely falls short of a 5 star experience which is why I gave a 4 stars + I love the bread course and the ribeye course the most + Wine pairing is included in the price, so in comparison to other restaurants, pricing is more fair, though on the higher end nonetheless. Wine pairing is excellent and generous so you end up with 3-4 standard drinks if you wish to drink all of it, and they may refill if you empty the drink quickly (on par with the ultra high end experiences I've been) + The experience included a tour of the estate and the garden + Friendly staff, especially the sommelier that deep dived into the wines prior to the dinner in the wine cellar + Cadence of food is good. Communal table allowed good conversation and I tried it just for the unique experience, would recommend (-) A bit of shortcuts taken. I eyed another table that had a candle in the dessert, presumably a birthday celebration, yet none of the birthday people on our communal table received something special on their dessert plate. It's a small touch that adds up (-) Some of the dishes were way too salty like the vegetables in the quail course (-) When the server poured the tea with the filter, they weren't mindful in making sure the extra tea didn't drip when they take out the filter. As a result, my bag ended up having a few drops of tea (-) In one instance of pouring water, the water splashed around the table set, something that shouldn't happen when you're paying hundreds for the experience read more

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The Herbfarm is the epitome of classy gourmet dining in Washington state. Not only was the sommelier very attentive and granted our request for a second pour of the Riesling, but the executive chef delivered most of our courses along with a nice explanation of each dish and answered all of our questions. The dining room is decorated in French countryside style. Most of the tables are set up for two or four people, but they also have a big table for large groups and a large community table. The food is second to none! Every course was absolutely delicious and so fresh and absolutely unique. Each of the nine courses was served with a glass of perfectly paired wine. We loved our revelry for spring menu. We were seated at seven and the courses were very well paced and not too large so that when we finished around 10 PM, we were not too full. A wonderful place to enjoy a celebratory dinner! read more

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Best dining experience I've ever had. Haven't stopped thinking about it for 4 days since we went. I need to save up to try and go once a year! The staff was on top of everything. The plating was beautiful and the dishes were fantastic. Wine pairings were outstanding. read more

My wife and I had the occasion to take close friends who were in town for a wedding, to the Herbfarm last week. The other couple specifically requested to go to dinner at the Herbfarm. When last in town several years ago, we were able to share with these world-traveled, cherished friends the exquisite dining experience. We were all pampered by the very attentive Herbfarm staff. This time the multi-course menu featured salmon. You see there is a new menu each season and fish abound this time for the Summer menu. Every dish was fantastic. Also, the wine pairings were terrific. They were all carefully curated by the sommelier. The proprietors, Chris and Jack, have continued the great tradition Carrie and Ron started many years ago. The is a true gem of the PNW. read more

Came for a Saturday night dinner in the winter and it's almost like a show. You need a reservation to dine here so go to the website and make the reservation. You have an option of sitting at a communal table where you meet other people or a private table. Both are great option, it just depends on what you are in the mood for. The chef and sommelier start the evening off by going over the menu and the wine pairings and there was a guitarist playing in the dining room. The ambiance is awesome and is the service. The menu changes seasonally. Our meal was a winter menu and the food was great. The lamb and sturgeon were my two favorites with the bao and broth a close third. The palate cleanser and desserts were all very good. Overall it was an enjoyable meal in a pleasant setting and worth the splurge. read more

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The Herbfarm is a fantastic restaurant and experience. This is the best place to go for any special occasion, the food and service is spectacular. Then the interior is stunning and elegant, but you also feel very comfortable. Although Seattle is casual, you will in here better if you dress up a bit. If you do go, I recommend staying at the Willows Inn. It is a long meal and you want to drink all of the great paired beverages and nice to be able to have a small stroll to your room. I have been here a few times and it was fabulous each time. They continually rotate the menu to go with the seasons and availability of fresh food, but each visit was just perfect. I did a detailed review of food in past review, but it must have disappeared. I was just going to post a few photos and share some updates, but have waited too long and forgot details. I do know we both had the best time and strongly recommend people to visit here if they have never done it. read more

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came here to celebrate my birthday and they gave a special frame for me! course tasting menu with drink pairings with either alcoholic/non alcoholic. got to see the grounds: garden/pigs/library/wine cellar! everyone was so attentive! love the mini sourdough cakes and the mint icecream! read more

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This place is absolutely Magical. Spend the money, get the wine pairing. Talk to everyone, the service is impressive and perfect! The Food is a journey to another land. Let them feed you. Don't fight it. Just do it. It's beautiful inside and this place transports you to another world. So like I said, just do it. Don't bring picky people who will Complain and are picky eaters. Leave them at home. You will thank me later! read more

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This is an incredible fine dining restaurant. The reservation lasts for about 4 hours and there's many courses of food and wine that come to you. The chefs do a great job explaining the food and where everything is from. You also get a tour of the garden before the dinner with the chef and you can try some of the herbs there. I'd recommend this for a birthday or anniversary dinner. Definitely come hungry! read more

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Perfection always The Herbfarm is such a hidden gem in Seattle, it really is so unique and special in every way. Every bite so creative and innovative, and of course beyond delicious. But on top of that, the chefs and owners Chris and Jack and their whole team make you feel like they have welcomed you into their home to share a very special moment with them. The hours go by so quick, too fast as I always leave wanting to repeat it all over again! Every special occasion we dream through the year , we always choose to spend it with the Herbfarm family, thank you for always making it extra perfect! read more

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Fine dining can be a tough spot as with the high price tag comes high expectations, which is very reasonable. The issue often is that everyone has different expectations of what they want and just because it's expensive doesn't mean it will cater to what you might index on for a good time. For me i tend to lean towards weird and experimental so this was out of my wheelhouse. Despite that Herbfarm knocked it out or the park. The service was beyond perfection. They contacted me to understand my celiac preferences to ensure that I could use shared appliances as they don't have a gluten free kitchen. They baked my GF bread separately as well as fried things in fresh oil for me. The staff was friendly, loved chatting with us about the food and the wine. It felt more like being at a dinner with extended family. Our seating was personalized and after talking wine extensively they even brought my husband a special pour of Px. The food was incredible. Each dish was expertly plated and presented. My favorite was the salmon roe panna cotta, along with the soup and fish course. The first bite of fish was so good I wanted to rewind time to experience it again. I could go into detail on each dish but instead I'll say that while it may look "plain" it was all so well balanced and perfectly executed that I didn't need anything "fancy" to accommodate it. The rhubarb with puffed quinoa brought the evening to a perfect close. While very pricey considering it's already in a pricy realm it was worth it. I had such a great time and came away with great memories and that will stick with me. read more

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A culinary delight, a symphony of flavor, and service unlike any other The Herbfarm delivers. The Herbfarm is grand and gracious - and it is a destination. Reservations are recommended well in advance. The Herbfarm has "Farmers Table Series" and seasonal menus. The seasonal menus last between four and six weeks. The Series last three days. I selected the "Super Cattle in Seattle" because I'm a particular eater, The Herbfarm is a 9-course chef-selected menu, and I like beef. I knew I could not go wrong in selecting what I really loved to eat. Upon entering we were pleasantly greeted, my coat checked, and we sat in the parlor drinking grape seed tea. I loved the tea and wanted to know its secrets. After we wandered the rooms seeing the wine room and meeting Ryan Aguirre, the head of Beverage and Service who selected the meal's wines. This is the first moment The Herbfarm pulled at my expectations as I clearly saw a white wine. White wine? With beef? At a fine dining restaurant? I vividly recalled years ago a waiter smirking at me when I paired such a thing but here it was. Ryan walked us through assumptions and gave a brief, but captivating, talk on meat and wine that inspired me to try the wine at dinner. After we went to the dining room where we were seated at a table that had a variety of glasses, our names in a little frame, and a delightful setting. From there out it was an orchestra in motion. The waitstaff had perfect timing and operated closely together. Everyone was so professional and polite! The food was exquisite. I even ate a salad! I don't typically but this one had cured beef with arugula that was a delight! I tried everything, even that which I was unsure of like the beef cheek donut. My mind hears donut and thinks sweet but this was a savory bit of meat encased in fluffy dough. My friend's food allergy was recognized and no escapes occurred. With every dish alternate they explained the difference. Even the items he thought would be typical were delightful and tasty. At a point Ryan and the head chef, Chris Weber, paused to talk about the menu and introduce the staff. For someone who loves lectures into thought processes I found this to be informative and educational. I could go on and on with how delightful my experience was. I loved every minute of it. I am grateful to have had the opportunity! read more

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Absolutely do NOT waste your time or money on this place. The prices are insane for food that isn't worth even a tiny fraction of what they charge. The staff was shockingly rude, cold, and completely uncaring. And the worst part? I ended up with food poisoning. Not one person checked on me, asked if I was okay, or even acknowledged what happened. I felt like I didn't matter at all--like I wasn't even human. Our entire evening was ruined. I got sick within hours, before dessert even arrived, and was miserable for two days. They didn't offer a single apology. This place was a heartbreaking disappointment, and I wouldn't wish this experience on anyone. read more

Cody and I decided to treat his aunt and uncle to dinner here, and what an experience it was! When we booked in September/Oct, we checked the menus, and decided we wanted to try the December menu, The Holly & The Ivy. I am so glad we chose this festive month! We showed up early (not early enough though, I think we missed the tour), but they had carolers singing in the lobby and that was awesome. We walked in and were handed hot apple cider and a small bite. The holiday decor was awesome, and the rooms were so interesting to walk around and look at! When we finally got seated, we had lil frames with our names in it, and Cody and I totally forgot, we mentioned to them that we were there as a thank you for helping with our wedding to his aunt and uncle, there was even a thank you card to them! As for the food, some of my favorite dishes were: - Fodder and Forest (beets 2 ways with wild black trumpet mushrooms) - Sugar Magnolia (magnolia ice cream) I can go on and on, but those 2 dishes were my fave! The service was amazing. This is definitely a dining experience and lasted about 4 hours or so. At the end of the meal they also had interesting teas to try, and I got to try the fireweed tea! Overall, we had a great time here, and so did Cody's aunt and uncle. We will be for another special occasion some day! read more

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We wanted to love The Herbfarm based on all the hype. It really is a beautiful place inside, for some reason when we booked it we pictured this amazing "farm" out in the woods, not a place next to a hotel and winery. Like I said, it's beautiful inside but not exactly what we thought. That's on us for not doing more research upfront. Walking in we were greeted very nicely, sat down and given some hot apple cider. Because we were celebrating an occasion we asked if we could get a couple of glasses of champagne. She told us they don't have champagne but could send over their sparkling of the night. It was very nice (until the end of the dinner when they presented us with a menu that offered a glass of champagne for purchase with desert?) WTH? So you had champagne that you could have sold us but only after dinner? That didn't make sense but OK. For us the food was ehhh to great. I wouldn't say this really is amazing food and in fact the same was said from the other six folks sitting with us at our communal table. No one in the group did a double-take with any of the dishes. I think this is more "experience" than it is a food paradise. Yes, some of the food was very good but a decent amount was pretty bland. While the service overall was very nice, I think they still need further training to the level where they want to be. For instance, many times when they'd take our plates the server would bend over enough to place their chests against our backs and not just lightly. We joked about that during the dinner with others at the table. Opposite of that, when servers would bring the replacement silverware some of them would hold the wood box (that holds the silverware) on top of our heads and almost touch our heads. It was interesting that such a place would have folks who do this at this supposed level. The introduction of the night was very nice and all the folks who work there are amazing. The time they spend during the dinner is great along with the introduction of each plate and the pouring of the wines. The selection of wines with each course was perfect. One thing we found very strange, they say to hold 4.5 hours for dinner. By the time 3.5 hours (or so) goes by the staff is cleaning the kitchen in full view and sound of the room. I get it, you gotta clean the kitchen, no worries. But at one point they had curtains shielding the kitchen completely yet when it was time to clean said kitchen they opened the curtains in full view. That seemed strange to the table. I'm sure it was to move us along, which I know is common. But don't tell us to plan on spending 4.5 hours and and then at 3.5 hours make us feel like we need to wrap it up soon. That was a bit off-putting. Then at the end of the night you just get up and walk out pretty much. There was nothing from the staff basically. No, hey hope you enjoyed it have a safe drive home or thank you again for spending the evening with us. The table wasn't really sure what to do so we all just got up and left. Having said that, we also noted that during the dinner it was 100% here you go, here's our amazing food. Plate down then off. Although they do tell you what it is. But no one, not one single time asked us what we thought of the food, how things were going, etc. Yes they filled up the water glasses, were very polite, poured the wine appropriately. But there was something missing in checking in on us throughout the night. Maybe they feel like that's not a part of the experience. The guitarist is great and a nice touch but we laughed toward the end of the night. One minute he was there playing beautiful music then next we looked up he was, poof, gone yet the same type of music was playing in the background. We don't even know when he left, didn't see him leave, didn't notice the music had changed, nothing LOL. It wasn't terrible, but for $900 for two of us we'd never do that again. We left a bit bummed. Quite frankly even if it had been half the price I don't know if I'd consider this a high-end experience. Again, yes the physical restaurant is beautiful and the staff are wonderful but for us it's not a high-end establishment worthy of our $900. And they forgot to bring the glass of desert wine one of our table-mates ordered. That's not a big deal but part and parcel to why overall we didn't think it's a high end restaurant to that level. They mentioned they weren't sure who to ask about it and said they'll just look at their charge online to see if it went on the bill. Maybe they asked on the way out, we left right before them. One reviewer wrote about not bringing picky people here. OK I guess we shouldn't be "picky" when we're spending our hard-earned $900? Glad that's chump-change for you but for us that's a pretty penny for a dinner. If we spend $900 for a dinner I don't want to have to pick at anything but I will if I feel we're not getting value. Yes, we too have eaten in places around the world and obviously willing to spend this amount of money. read more

It boggles my mind that this place only has 4.1 stars, we had an amazing experience here last year and coming back for more tonight. Yes, it's expensive. But the amount of prep and presentation going into the meal, the farm, the ambience, the service, the pairings, everything... absolutely astounding. Frankly I'm surprised they haven't earned some Michelin stars at this point. The meal I had was on par with other 2 and 3 star restaurants I've eaten at. read more

The Herbfarm - I really liked how they had all the pairing glasses on the table the entire time. No pressure to finish one before the other. - Modern European Near Me - Woodinville, Washington

If the Herbfarm was a person taking me out on a date I would have left the date thinking "omg you are one of a kind and I hope you ask me out again!!! " I've lived here long enough to know the lore of the Herbfarm. I'm not shy about shelling out for a special occasion meal but for some reason kept hesitating at the Herbfarm. I wish I'd been here years ago!!! The whole experience from start to finish was perfection. You are going to receive a level of dining that you can't experience at many other restaurants in western Washington (maybe 1-2 others??). The Herbfarm was heads and tails above anything else ever had in the area. The attention to detail and personalization was outstanding. I really felt like I was on a date and the whole staff was woo-ing me Especially after watching The Bear, I have a whole new level of appreciation for chefs. Not the obsessive fan girl/celebrity chef experience but a true admiration for their dedication to the craft. You see that through and through here. I won't play by play the whole meal but I'll say it was so incredibly enjoyable that we can't wait to do it again. A must. Absolute must. read more

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The BEST fine dining experience in the state and it truly is an EXPERIENCE. Dinner takes around 4 hours which sounds like a longer time but it's such a fun memorable moment that those 4 hours will go by so quickly! All the food is locally sourced and their dishes are always amazing, especially with the paired wines or paired non-alcoholic juices. You honestly cannot go wrong with any of their rotating menus, however I prefer the summer seasons more than the winter season menu. Pricing is definitely very high but I would say it's pretty worth it given the amount of food and the unique experience here. Highly recommend coming here at least once in your life! read more

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Other reviews report the same at length, so I'll be brief. Fundamental fail -- pomp and ceremony became severe over promise with meh experience delivery. I was very excited from all I've heard, but no way comes close to measuring up. Major concrete issues: * say they will accommodate any dietary need or preference but twice refused simple accommodations, cooking the meat beyond rare and subbing dessert courses, so I had to skip those courses (and I'm not talking Meg Ryan here, simple request can do at every other restaurant) * Incredibly lacking service (repeatedly, not one off), very hard to get any staff attention, and when you do, they defer to other staff who never show up to help, for example, making the request to get a splash more wine was a 20 min effort and so gave up and just ate the food and drank water * Uninformed staff -- tried to find out what some of the food was (not secrets level stuff), got three different answers, seemed no one actually knew what they were serving Had I paid a normal price for dinner at a decent restaurant, I wouldn't have been surprised, but at 6x the price, it ruined the experience completely. Simple customer attention and less pomp (more staff knowledge) would change the experience. read more

First and foremost... Let it be known that the Herbfarm was spot 15/52 in my endeavor to try one new (to me) local spot a week in 2021. It's been sitting in my drafts for a WHILE. Why? Nothing I write, or take a photo, will ever, EVER be able to live up to or be able to accurately describe the experience I had at The Herbfarm. When you book your reservation at the Herbfarm, they are very transparent that this is a LONG experience. Be ready to be here for 4 hours or so. This is not something to be rushed. Also, note that the ENTIRE staff is introduced, with the whole menu and alcohol pairings being expertly described and stories told of where things they source, come from. It's a very intimate dinner and they do an amazing job of really showing their passion for the things they put in front of you. Phew.... We went when they were doing the "Chambers of the Sea" menu in April. So, as you can guess, very seafood-forward menu with tons of local highlights and offerings using things that were currently in season. The sad part is that I don't remember all of the menu items, so bear with me! Those who've been to The Herbfarm know that it's a 9-course menu, so there is a ton going on. Each menu item was paired with alcohol (wine, but you can ask for beer instead) as well. We started off with a chilled, gelatinous asparagus appetizer alongside a "soft shell crab espresso" which sounds SO gross but it wasn't really espresso. It was soft shell crab in a cup of warm, flavored butter. So I mean, it was HEAVENLY. I didn't think I'd like the asparagus piece due to texture, but it was light and refreshing. We moved onto a small bread box served with a small bowl of clam butter. The bread was soft and tasty, and the clam butter? DELICIOUS. The salty side of it really added a ton of flavor and there wasn't a fishy taste to it at all. One of the standouts for me was the Dungeness Crab Pasta. Thick, housemade pasta served with generous lumps of crab with a tasty cream sauce. Absolutely phenomenal. When I thought it couldn't get any better, we were served the halibut with some sort of garlic sauce (again, can't remember all of the menu details sadly), and I've never had fish that was this melt-in-your-mouth good. Up next was the salmon, and again... Didn't think the dishes could get any better but they DID. Dessert was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully. With this being a birthday experience, the host of our table decided to SPLURGE... We tried *THE OLDEST WINE THAT USED TO BE ON EARTH* I say "used to be on Earth" because we DRANK THE LAST OF THE BOTTLE. We drank a 1779 Madeira. Right in Woodinville! The owners of Herbfarm searched this bottle for 20+ years and paid thousands and THOUSANDS of dollars for this bottle... And we were lucky enough to drink the last of it. Just wow. The restaurant even supplied us all with personalized, detailed proof of the experience with our names on it. "Wow" doesn't even begin to describe this experience. A little less exciting than drinking the last of the oldest wine on Earth (or known to be), we did the Flight of the Grand Champagnes, a three serving flight of Dom, Krug's, and Veuve. All very tasty and not too badly priced for the pours they gave us. The cherry on top of this experience was the service. From every single staff member we encountered, it was top notch. At a very upscale EXPERIENCE of a dinner like this, you'd think all of the staff would be kind of pretentious, but they were all SO down-to-Earth, personable, and fun. We were the last diners there, chatting and drinking away... And someone from our group asked to see their impressive wine cellar with thousands on thousands of dollars and bottles of wine. They obliged, no problem. We were let in, allowed to explore, with all of our questions asked. One of my friends, who sat across from me this night, said, "I didn't know food could taste this good," and I don't think I will ever taste food as expertly prepared as I did at The Herbfarm. This experience is a splurge, but it is one that is NECESSARY if you appreciate good, clean food and delicious drinks. I can't recommend an evening at The Herbfarm enough. read more

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These days it's hard to find places that live up to the hype, but the Herbfarm definitely delivered. From the moment we arrived, the staff was attentive and helpful. Upon hearing the party name they knew immediately we were celebrating a birthday (without looking it up). We were offered our first beverage and morsel upon arrival - hot apple cider seasoned with Douglas fir tips and savory cannoli. The flavors of the cider were exquisite - wonderfully complimentary and the cannoli was a delight of texture and flavor. We enjoyed both in a small room in front of a fireplace. After we finished those treats, we wandered to the wine cellar where an enthusiastic and knowledgeable sommelier described the wines that would accompany dinner - all from Washington and Oregon. It was wonderful hearing from someone so obviously passionate about wine. Next we moved on to a short presentation about the ingredients in the evenings meal as well as some of the other items grown on the farm. After that it was time to be seated for dinner. We'd opted to sit at a communal table and I'm glad we did. Our dining companions were wonderful fascinating people and our conversations were fun and interesting. Then the food started to arrive. Each plate was beautiful and appetizing. It soon became difficult to pick favorites because everything was delicious and interesting. I tried many things I've never had before and loved all of them. The wine pairings were of course perfect. Every dish that was brought out was met with oohs and ahs and each course was happily munched with sounds of approval and appreciation. I was worried I would not be able to eat all 9 courses but they were timed and portioned so perfectly I needn't have worried.everything from the gorgeous place settings to the charming decor to the delicious food to the attentive service was perfect. I could not have asked for a better was to celebrate my birthday. I wish I could go back every season and taste every menu, but it's just not practical for us to frequently eat a nine course farm to table meal that takes hours. It was wonderful as a celebration, however, and I'm so thrilled I finally got to try this experience I'd wanted to have for over a decade but never managed to do before. This is an experience worth coming to Washington just to have. If you've been curious, I say do it! You won't be disappointed. If you fancy yourself a foodie this is not something to be missed. As I get older I've come to appreciate experiences over material goods and this was a fine experience indeed. I'm grateful to the staff who make it happen. read more

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Wow. This was like no other dinner I've ever had. What a unique and enjoyable 5-hour experience! I had heard good things about this restaurant for years and finally got to indulge in this one of a kind educational meal. We started off with the tour of the gardens and were able to sample several of the herbs and flowers growing out there. It was neat to try different things - and it was also kind of interesting to learn how many plants taste like black licorice (not my favorite flavor at all!) Some reviewers have complained that yes they do a lot of talking prior to the start of the actual meal. Yes, this is true - if you wish to be informed about the process by the chef and the sommelier you will greatly enjoy the first 1.5 hours. If you do not, be prepared to have some patience. It may be advantageous for the restaurant to actually have the option for patrons to arrive at 630 for the tour and 730-8pm for the actual start of dinner. I could see how this may be disruptive to the overall group so perhaps those wishing for the later start could be seated right near the entrance to the main dining area. Towards the end of the chef and sommelier's informational presentation the bread and butter box arrived and we were all immediately impressed by the fresh buttermilk and herb spread - more like a cheese than a butter! After learning about the different wheat needed to make the bread it was a neat experience to then taste the fresh results of the harvest by the local grower in WA. There were too many wonderful dishes to speak to every single one so I will highlight my favorites. The morels were a complete knockout - not something I've ever been able to order anywhere else in the area. They were absolutely delightful. Next for this pescatarian they subbed the meat on meat dish for a salmon dish. I can honestly say I've never had a salmon more fresh than this. It was grilled to perfection, not dried out at all, and must have been pulled out of the water that day because it did not have any fishy taste at all. Color me impressed! It almost seemed like it was sous vided and then placed on the grill just for the grill lines and added flavor - either way it was incredible! Almost every dish here is paired with a wine (that can be subbed for beer or supplemented with more wines) as well. I liked that they started us out with the sparkling wine and then moved into bolder flavors during the meal. Completing the meal with the cheese platter, granita, and tea was a very European touch, much like the meal you can enjoy at Canlis. I loved the experience here! We sat at the long table that was European-style and enjoyed meeting all of the various people who came from all over the country to have this experience, too. It definitely felt like we were transported to a small farm in Provence and had an intimate meal with old friends. I'm looking forward to returning for other seasons that highlight our various locally grown produce. read more

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What an EXPERIENCE! If you've been in the Seattle area for a while, i'm sure you've heard of Herbfarm. Farm to table (before it was even a popular term) tasting menu experience in Woodinville. Check their website as there will be a themed menu that rotates monthly and you have to book your reservation in advance (usually a couple months). You really cannot go wrong though with any menu as everything is so delicious and they are extremely accommodating to any dietary restrictions. The amount of detail that goes into the entire night sets new expectations. Greeted upon arrival (they even know what you are celebrating when you mention your name without looking it up), nice appetizer and beverage to to start while waiting to be seated. The details on the table alone from flowers, wine glasses, live music, and lighting are perfect. Each dish is designed in an art form and incorporating specific ingredients to highlight. Other comments mentioned that they left hungry. It's a 9 course tasting menu. While portions are not large, it's still a lot of food. The servers ask if we wanted more bread etc. zero concerns here from my experience. The wine pairing was perfect, and I even had a few refills. Water was ALWAYS full and they replaced the bottle of water so frequently there was never a concern. Overall, yes this is a pricey option for a restaurant. But it is a special treat and I understand the hype. It was definitely worth the wait! The service was phenomenal, the food was delicious, the setting is perfect, and the wine was well paired (and there are alternatives to wine). I would definitely recommend this restaurant to others and I'm excited to go back and experience this at another time! read more

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My daughter took me to the Herbfarm for my 75th birthday. It was one of the most unique & amazing experiences I've ever enjoyed. We had a table for 2 for a bit more privacy. The staff is amazing...almost as if they could read your mind. The chef is not only brilliant with his food pairings, but very charismatic in his verbal presentation. My daughter was not able to enjoy the wines, so they brought her some of their non-alcohol beverage options were delicious! They even gave me a couple of nice little birthday gifts to take home. This is something I hope to experience again. Marty M read more

We were extremely pleased with our visit to the Herb Farm last evening. We sat at a community table. The food was exceptional and the wine parings were perfect. The chef offered a presentation regarding the menu ingredients and preparation. And having great conversation and lots of laughter with our table mates was wonderful. The guitarist played music that complimented the atmosphere so well. I encourage anyone who is looking for a very special night out to go. It was worth every penny. read more

We came back on mushroom night and had front row seats to all the fun. Another fully enjoyable event. This time we stayed at the Willows Lodge across the way, which I highly recommend. I do feel as time goes on the value becomes a tad questionable - probably more the result of our dollar dropping and the cost of inflation where this is a business trying to remain profitable. Just saying it is noticeable in comparison to the first and second visit we made. Memorable, delicious and super special. read more

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Went here for my birthday early December. The service was outstanding! From the moment you walk in you are greeted, your coats are taken and we were offered a nice warm (non-alcoholic) drink. We then got to walk around a bit and admire the decor and photos. We went to their wine cellar area and listened to their sommelier who was entertaining and knowledgeable. The dining room was beautiful and set up for each party with your names on a very cute, iron placeholder all different (ours was a bulldog). Because it was near the holidays there were carolers (professionals) dressed in period costume and would take requests. The chef came out and explained the menu. The food service was choreographed to perfection with each course coming out as expected. Even the couple near us who showed up rather late were caught up with no break in the service. The food was amazing. Yes the portions are smaller but this is a tasting menu and you really get to see the chef's ideas and inspirations. If you want to tie on the feedback go to Golden Corral or some other hideous buffet. We are excited to return to see some of their other menus and tour the garden area in the spring/summer. Highly recommend. read more

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What a beautiful experience. The staff are passionate about the sustainability of everything they do from the way they use hazelnut shells for ground cover to only using in season items from the surrounding regions. The staff made us feel incredibly welcome and made the experience fun, sharing stories behind the dishes. We also chose to sit at a communal table and I think that may have been my favorite part. Getting to know others and enjoying the experience with folks from different backgrounds made the experience even more rich. For the price, I would consider this a once in a lifetime experience but for passionate foodies, this is a regular stop for exceptional food and service. read more

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The one of the best places I have ever dined. We were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary but requested the communal table. (3 couples including us) which we had a fantastic time. Food, wine and service were all wonderful and I would give an A +. I don't eat pork and shellfish and they substituted with lamb and vegetables and my husband was actually jealous of my lamb. Also I LOVED the focaccia bread with herbs and I wish they are for sale. read more

A five star dining experience and a lifetime dream to dine here inside a home on the same property as the Willows Lodge in Washington wine country. Made dinner reservations out of state to dine among other foodies that appreciate a true farm to table curated menu that is sourced from their property onsite / nearby in which you tour with the chefs and learn about their sourcing partners. Where is the beef... from? Kagoshima Farms, Bright Ide Acres, Snake River Farms and Fantello Farms. read more

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This was the most amazing meal I've ever had!!! The evening starts with a complimentary cocktail and a tour of the garden and wine cellar. Next the chef and sommelier explain each dish and wine pairing. The presentation of the table setting with personalized framed place settings and the presentation of each dish is superb. The service is impeccable! The food is exquisite! At the end of the evening they presented us with a farewell gift of salad dressing mix with herbs from their garden. I highly recommend the Herbfarm for any special occasion! read more

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I want to start of this review by stating that this restaurant is getting a 3 and not a 2 simply because of the customer service and attention to details. This small restaurant is a farm to table with a set menu that changes according to what is growing in that season. For example, the menu when I dined here was "Super Cattle". Getting to dine at the Herbfarm is hard since they have limited tables and reservations get booked weeks in advance. I joined a waitlist to bring my boyfriend here for dinner and I was called a week before because a table opened up. I was so excited because I had heard great things about the Herbfarm. Our visit started with a garden tour that allowed us to get to know the head chef and try some of the herbs that were going to be used in our dinner that evening. The garden tour ended with us meeting the Herbfarm pigs. They were so cute. Here are the things that I liked: -Customer service was extraordinary. -They set up the table with our names and even had a birthday frame for my boyfriends birthday. -Dinner included a booklet with the ingredients being used and wine pairings. -Wine is served consistently. -Restaurant is small and cozy. Here are the things I disliked: -Dinner is way too long. (3-4 hours) -Too much talking from the owner, chef, and wine connoisseur. -The food was nothing out of this world. Out of the set menu that included 9 plates including dessert and 5 wine pairings, my boyfriend and I only enjoyed 3 platters. -Most of the platters felt like they were just herbs, there was nothing strong in the plate. They felt like place holders. -Some of the flavors did not mix well together. -The wine pairings were not the best match for the food it was served with at least for me. -The price is extremely high. Overall, I walked into Herbfarm with high expectations but left feeling unsatisfied and a bit annoyed at what I payed for the experience I had. read more

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