Only went here for her birthday. The service is absolutely phenomenal. It's a beautiful small…read morelittle restaurant with a nice ambience and incredibly professional kind staff. The food was good and really thoughtful. Not to mention the entire place is 100% weekend, which is so hard to find and deeply appreciated. Would recommend it for a special occasion.

Finally got to take my wife to her birthday dinner after a busy week and we reserved a table at…read moreHarvest Beat. - 5 course set menu - 2hrs, starts at 7pm - All vegan The opening dish was a deceptively simple salad with a warm cauliflower puree soup and a spice called Urfa Biber (dried, crushed red chili peppers that create a warming heat), but it was exquisite with its delicately blended stinging nettle dressing. From that first dish, we knew that this fresh, foraged menu was going to be something different. The rest of the night was one knockout showcase of seasonal farm to table masterpieces to the next. The entire presentation was delivered by attentive wait staff putting on what felt more like a well-rehearsed play with each act starting with a wickedly creative, hand-crafted drink pairing (non alcoholic for us, but you can get wine, cider, or a cocktail) before each course. The whole vibe isn't pretentious or bourgeois; it's grateful. Everyone there including the chefs know there isn't anything like this in the city, much less the state. It was one of the more pleasant restaurant guest audiences I've ever been around too. It felt like all the nice people in the city decided to meet, so this 5-star review is for our fellow diners too. The only thing missing was a moment for the chefs to take a bow at the end, but instead they sneaked out the door, off to wherever superfoodie heroes go after a night of saving palates. #salute.

The food here was very tasty. They have lots of options, including gluten free and vegan items…read more They also indicate sesame on their menu too I believe. The service was very polite and friendly. The restaurant is super cute with lots of little tables tucked around. I would def come back!

Holy moly! This place is absolutely fantastic. Every dish we got was perfectly cooked and the…read moreflavors were perfectly balanced. We had the pad kee mao, the crying tiger, and the papaya salad. The spice level was exactly right. The veggie meat they use is absolutely delicious and super realistic. I cannot wait until I come back to try more of their menu. Do not hesitate. This is the best Thai place and I went to Thailand earlier this year so my standards are quite high. The service was also great. Very friendly and attentive. They have cute decor and you can watch the chefs cook if you'd like. Beautiful umbrellas decorate the ceiling.

I am so sorry to hear that Kabul Afghan Cuisine is closing. I became a big fan during COVID, but…read morerecently went here is person when I heard the owners were retiring and they were going to close. The restaurant is comfortable (but if you are to go before they close, get there early because lines are long). Service was friendly and great. For appetizers, we had Bolani (potato turnovers) and Burta (eggplant and garlic). Both were unique dishes are really delicious, everyone in our party loved them and they were gone quickly. However what I love and will miss so much are the kabobs. I leaned to the lamb, but often got the steak. They were always cooked perfectly with just the ideal combination of spices. Really delicious. They will be missed.

Kabul Afghan Cuisine absolutely blew me away. I came with my friends, a party of 5 so we had to…read morewait about 10-15 mins but it was 10000% worth it. We shared a bunch of appetizers: bolani, burta, and the mushroom qorma. Burta was my fav but every single dish was so flavorful. For my mains, I got the murgh kebab.. the chicken was so tender and well-marinated but the flavored rice stole the show for me. Also the place feels super authentic, cozy, warm, not trying too hard, just real. And the owner was hilarious, so witty, and made the whole experience feel extra special. You can tell he cares and it shows. Now the saddest part: I just found out this restaurant has been around for decades and is closing forever soon. Truly heartbreaking! I really wish I'd discovered it sooner. If you've been meaning to go, don't wait. This spot is a gem and def deserves a visit before it's gone. FYI, it closes on Jan 3rd 2026!

Everything we ordered was solid. Big hits for us were the mortadella sandwich and the corn salad…read more Mortadella sandwich was a perfect balance of mortadella to bread ratio and you gotta appreciate that everything is on their fresh made focaccia that they are consistently pulling fresh outta the oven. Vibes and service were all great. The place can get quite busy but the open concept makes it a fun spot to sit at the bar seating and watch their full staff in their element.

Ordered the Grinder ($23) to go on a Thursday around 11am from very friendly staff. Very cozy wood…read moreinterior inside, as well as outdoor seating. In the grinder, plenty of sandwich ingredients atop fresh focaccia. It had a vinegary pepper spread + aioli to complement the meat, cheese, arugula, and thinly sliced red onions. Lasted me 1.5 meals. My friend got the mortadella, which was simple but well-balanced w the pistachio/pesto/honey mixture slathered on top. Enjoyed this spot because the ingredients were top-notch, elevated by being combined with thoughtful and complementary sauces/spreads that tied the whole sandwich together. ~$20 is def a premium for a sandwich, but alas.

I had wondered who would take over the shuttered, long time Chile Pepper in Seattle's Wallingford…read moreneighborhood. Several months ago, this site became Occhi Belli. It definitely piqued my interest and was duly bookmarked. I had an opportunity to check it out with fellow Yelp Elite/IGer, Carol C (3/18/26). I was able to get a last minute reservation confirmed via email. Both of us were able to get zoned street parking along N 45th. This restaurant is also accessible via Metro. We were seated by Tim, the owner, at a two top by the front entrance. He was very welcoming, personable, and charming. An aside, read the background info about how the restaurant came to be from their website and additional cool details about the owner, restaurateur, and author. The interior transformation was pleasant vibe. There were other tables aligned along one wall. The remaining seating were along a banquette. There's also limited seating at the bar towards the back. Great ambiance, however, it does get rather loud once the restaurant fills up, just saying. Wine, of course, is available by the glass or bottle. There are other beverages like beer and NA choices, but no tea/coffee service. Happy hour specials are also available. Tim provided us the low down on the featured daily specials and gave us enough time to peruse the menu. It's one of those menus that had so many pleasing options. We split the Piatto Misto which was a great way to sample various app offerings including fresh burrata, an Italian meatball, sliced prosciutto & other Italian meats, and two bruschettas - tomato and mushroom. We both agreed that the meatball was the standout. Carol chose the Pasta del Giorno which featured farfalle with mushrooms, broccolini, in a cream sauce with added Italian sausage. I selected the Pasta Salsiccia which had linguine with Italian sausage, mushrooms, red pepper flakes, in a tomato cream sauce. Both pasta mains were rich and generous, that the both of us took home halves of our respective entrees to save room for dessert. For dessert, I went with my fave tiramisu and Carol had the chocolate mousse. Tiramisu was delicious that I cleaned out my serving glass. It was definitely an enjoyable experience and were onsite for nearly 2.5 hours. Well attended to and not rushed. With how costly it can get dining out in Seattle, it's a great to find a place that is easy going, has great variety, and reasonably priced. Recommended for an approachable, quality dining experience. Grazie mille, Tim!

This is a great hole-in-the-wall spot with delicious food and friendly staff! It's a cute, small…read morehouse located in Wallingford that's great for a dinner spot. I ordered the Barbabietole salad (super refreshing and light), Gnocchi alla Gorgonzola (a little bit heavy and very cheesy because of the gorgonzola), Pasta Salsiccia (more of a classic red sauce pasta), and the dish of the day which was a ribeye steal (veryy delish). The dishes are sharable portions and paired well with wine. I'd recommend trying this place out!

Probably the 5th or 6th failed time trying to get food from this spot over the past few years when…read moreI visit Mt. Vernon. They are always closed or out to lunch or something... finally found the new location and they no longer make any menu items... meaning it's no longer a restaurant and is only functioning as a bakery. Super disappointing waste of time, again :( I'm sure the bread is good but damn, update your google/Apple Maps etc.

It was okay. Nothing really spectacular. Not all the items in the cases are as fresh as they should…read morebe. So, nothing wrong in particular, just not superb.

Mixed experience. Amazing food but the service killed the overall experience. We drove from…read moreEastside and went around 1:30 pm on a Saturday. Placed an order. The food took an hour-- clearly understaffed. I was very hangry and frustrated but didn't say anything. The staff knew it and knocked off 50% off. They were kind and empathetic-- and that alone deserves 5 stars. Okay things happen! But just hoping these issues are resolved. The food was absolutely banging. The Cajun fries with the spicy Srirancha is a must order. Perfectly crispy thick cut fry with some magic seasoning on top makes us demolish this quickly. My friend got the Oxacan bowl-- what flavors. The rice, slaw, veggies, beans and the sauces were perfection in every bite. My Bahn Mi bowl was okay-- i found the sauces too vinegary so this one is on me. We got a salted pistachio shake which was delicious.

Highly recommend! I love their robust vegan menu. They have…read morea little bit of everything from smoothies to bowls to Hardy entrées. you can't go wrong there restaurant has a good amount of seating for small and large parties. It's casual where you order at the counter and I'll bring the food out to you. You kind of self serve with the water in the napkins in the silverware bathroom is located at the establishment next-door but overall I'd say that's pretty standard for Seattle again I love this place. Highly recommend & I can't wait till my next visit!!

I booked this place as a birthday dinner for a friend and I had never been before. We were…read morepleasantly surprised by our experience and this was notably one of the better meals we've ever shared together. When we first arrived we were given the option of either the chef's counter or a table. I thought the chef's counter was a unique experience but for the night we opted for a table near the window. The space is intimate and even though there weren't many people there when we first got there, it still gave a warm and cozy vibe (quickly filled up though). The week of my friend's birthday they were only doing Seattle Restaurant Week, which I hadn't realized at first but the menu was amazing regardless. The staff was very attentive to us, constantly checking in on us and making any adjustments as needed. They thoughtfully walked us through our choices and when the food arrived. First we started with appetizers which I thought it was nice that you get to try all them and didn't have to choose one. The salad and asparagus is what you would expect, but they were perfectly done and not overly complex. The stand out was the Seared Tombo, the flavors of this dish were balanced and the fish was clearly very fresh! For our main we both got the halibut option, which came with a side of sunchokes. We had never had sunchokes before but were immediately in love (the fish was cooked to perfection too) but I loved the introduction of not so common ingredient. I thought it was a fun play on traditional "potatoes" almost. I'm glad we were able to try both of the desserts. My favorite was the tiramisu (I always love tiramisu). The carrot cake was more on the dryer side (almost like a cornbread), which isn't my preference but I enjoyed the flavors. Overall, really enjoyed this place and would definitely come back!

Came here for my boyfriend's birthday recently and we tried the tasting menu ($89/person + 22%…read moreautomatic gratuity). FOOD: For the price, I think this tasting menu is a good deal. We got 4 appetizers, a pasta, an entree, and dessert. My fav items were the shrimp in polenta (shrimp was crispy without seemingly any breading, perfectly cooked and flavored) and the lamb skewers (well seasoned and cooked. Big fan of lamb in general). I also liked the deviled egg on kimchi, though it didn't taste like kimchi very much. The salad had too much dressing unfortunately and the crostini was interesting. We got a few drinks but my main impression is that they are strong! SERVICE Service here was so great and friendly. I only saw 2 front of house and 1 back of house so it's a small place. The front of house also bartend and make the drinks. I do wish the front of house explained the dishes a little more when they brought out the food. They told us the name of the dishes but as I was eating I realized it would've been nice to get a better idea of what was in it exactly, or halfway through I'd think "wait what else is in this?" AMBIANCE Tastefully decorated, small, and intimate. It was not busy when we came at all, with only up to 4 other tables having diners. I think this allowed the staff to focus on each table a little better without being overwhelmed. Overall had a good time. I admittedly wasn't blown out of the water but for $89/person for a fancier meal, I would say this is priced right for what you get (food, service, and ambiance included).

Picked up to-go from this little taco spot in Fremont, Seattle, and it was a hit!…read more Taco El Lago is an unassuming taco shop serving up tacos, quesadillas, and other Mexican staples. We ordered some carne asada tacos and a chicken quesadilla. The wait was reasonable, and the gentleman taking orders was super friendly. There are a few tables inside if you'd prefer to eat in. The tacos were super fresh and very tasty. They had plenty of meat, and it was perfectly seasoned. Slightly greasy but not so much as to ruin the flavor. I was very impressed with the quesadilla too. It was loaded with chicken and was ultra-flavorful. The green salsa was also great. Honestly, I am sure there is better Mexican food in Seattle, but this place hit the spot, and I really enjoyed it. Nothing bad to say here. Great location in Fremont, close to many things. Grab food here and take the short walk over to Fremont Brewing to accompany your tacos with a beer!

I hadn't really heard of this place until my friends suggested trying it out. The inside is my…read morefavorite part. Very Mexican vibes which I loved. It was colorful and vibrant. Luckily there weren't that many people inside at the time we went, so we were able to get a table no problem. You order your food at the register first and then sit down where the food is brought to you. The person at the register was patient and helpful, answering questions as they came up. I thought that there were so many good options on their menu but I finally decided to go with an Asada Quesadilla with an additional side of rice and beans. I felt like we didn't have to wait too long for the food, which is always a plus. The quesadilla was cooked well, not being burnt and also not being too soft at the same time. There was a tasteful amount of cheese that didn't overwhelm like I sometimes feel some places do with their quesadillas. The portions were also good and satisfying. One thing is that I wish the rice and beans were included with more of their options as I saw that barely any (if at all) came with them which I feel like is a staple in most Mexican food restaurants. This caused the total price for my meal to be a bit higher than I would have liked. All in all, a decent place to try out if you're in this area.

Pablo y Pablo has lots of menu options and serves cozy, hearty food that fills you up really well…read more Everything tastes great and is satisfying. The only downside was that the food took a while to arrive, which slowed down the experience a bit. Still, the quality and warmth of the dishes make it worth visiting.

I was in the city again so where did I go to eat? Pablo y Pablo...twice...because I was that…read moreserious about them. Food/drinks: Vegan nachos with carnitas -- check! Still huge portions. Still delicious. Still gluten free friendly and dairy free. Watch out for jalapeños; the seeds are definitely in. Mulled wine -- yum! Agave daiquiri -- strong, interesting, wasn't my fave (didn't finish it). Sangria -- solid! Service: A little more than fine. Friendly. Helpful-ish. Checked in at the beginning but less so by the end both times (when a check in would have been useful). Food comes out quick. Ambiance: Still cute for happy hour, friend meet ups, date nights, etc. Not hurried or rushed. Consider a reservation if you want to be safe. Why 4 stars? It's really 4.5. Honestly, service plus the menu changed in the 2 days I was there, and I missed out on the hot chocolate drink I reeeeallllly wanted. I wish there would have been a heads up that I was getting the last day of the menu. Hope it's not another 3 years before my next visit P y P!