The Black Duck is quickly becoming my favorite restaurant and bar in Issaquah. I can vouch for the…read moremushroom burger and the duck pizza, as well as some of the whiskey cocktails. The burger is thick and really juicy, great bun and aioli. The fries are perfectly crispy. The pizza had a really great, I'm assuming wood-fired, crust. The duck was tender and sweet and there was a lot of arugula. It's a sparser craft pizza, which is just so delicious when you are looking for something a little heavy but not over the top. While they boast about their craft beer offerings, they have a great cocktail list as well, and I love that they have a specific whiskey cocktail section as well, with a few that are less common at some bars. The Brooklyn is probably my favorite, but you can't really go wrong. Also, a fellow patron asked for a Toronto and the bartender was happy to look it up and make it for him. And what about the atmosphere here?! It's so wonderful in summer! With its narrow design giving a sense that an entire wall opens to the outside and the patio that extends beyond, it feels Ike you are vacationing somewhere tropical and beachy. This somehow combines really well with the industrial vibe of the interior. They also have some TV's for sports. The service is very friendly, attentive, interactive, and helpful. One thing that was consistent across my three visits, however, was the feeling that the place is always understaffed, so things tend to move slowly. I'm not sure this is the case, it's just the feel you get when it happens the times you visit. This is a bit of a double-edged sword though, since it's such an easy place to just want to sip and nibble slowly while delving into conversation. So, that's not enough to detract a star for now, and honestly I'm already thinking about when I get to eat here again!

Wonderful experience. Great service and super friendly…read more The food was amazing. Had the fish and chips for the first time. They were Really good! The beer selection and cocktail choice is awesome. Loved the stock manhattan cocktail. My wife enjoyed the Snap Dragon cocktail, nice use of tequila on this drink. Kinda busy for a Friday night, but got a table right away. Nice buzz in the place, mild rumble to the room.

We were in Issaquah visiting the Gilman shops and the troll and stopped in for early lunch. Several…read moreof our group got eggs benny and I got the burger. All of the food was absolutely delicious! Service was reasonably fast and our server was very friendly and kind. Highly recommend stopping in!

We traveled from eastern Washington to eat at Jaks heard it was best steak anywhere. We had…read moreappetizers scallops and shrimp delicious. I ordered the bone in ribeye. We had reservations for 5:30 and the place was packed. To capacity ther were tables packed with 6 people enjoying their meal. It was apparent the wait staff was overwhelmed. Back to my streak I ordered medium rare. When it arrived it was almost raw, at 85 dollars that should never happen. The total for the 2 of us was 184 dollars. For that kind of money you deserve better food. It was so loud everyone was yelling so they could be heard. BRING BACK SIZZLERS.

Italian cuisine (Cucina Italiana) is celebrated as the "mother of Western cuisine." Its history is…read morenot merely an evolution of food, but a chronicle of cultural exchange across Mediterranean civilizations. From the humble, communal meals of ancient Rome to the opulent court banquets of the Renaissance, and ultimately to the modern emphasis on raw ingredients and global popularity, Italian cuisine has undergone nearly three thousand years of transformation. The ambiance is absolutely wonderful, and the lighting is super cozy--it's honestly the ultimate date spot. The staff is exceptionally well-trained and always smiling. From greeting and seating us to pouring water and offering menu recommendations, the service was seamlessly executed and truly top-notch. In Italian cuisine, there are two hallmarks of an exceptional Risotto: 1. All'onda: When a spoonful is placed on a plate and gently shaken, the risotto should spread smoothly and fluidly like a wave--neither sticking together like a dense clump of rice nor separating into liquid and grain. 2. Al Dente: The rice grains absorb all the rich flavor of the broth, remaining soft on the outside while retaining a subtle firmness and bite at their core. The salad dressing has a wonderfully balanced flavor, and every dish is served in perfectly portioned, bite-sized pieces. Highly recommended!

This place was ok. Friendly service but the food was not very memorable. Ambiance was cute…read more Parking was easy on a Friday night. We ordered a couple appetizers (mozzarella, calamari, etc). Got pasta, steaks, etc. Don't really remember much unfortunately. Wouldn't come back.

Went off hours at almost 3pm on a Sunday but the service was kind and friendly, restaurant had a…read morefew tables and food came out quick and delicious. My friend lives nearby and has been several times but this is my first time coming - I'll definitely be back when a soccer game brings me out to the Preston/Issaquah area. My friend ordered a salad and an iced tea, I had a coffee and a tuna melt on GF bread. Not a normal order by me at all but I was craving a sandwich for some reason and it was really good. Not too much mayo, good crunch and tanginess with the pickles. Fries were well seasoned and fried. Super affordable, nice easy spot to catch up and have a good bite to eat. What's not to like? My only small complaint is their house made ketchup - sweeter and runnier than I'd like and unfortunately, they don't carry any other type of ketchup.

Ate at The Well and Table for dinner with a friend this weekend. The bread and butter starter was…read moredelicious, and my entree of spring pea and sausage linguine was *even better*. Sadly they were out of their corn chowder by 6:30. My friend happily scarfed down her entire porkchop, which she was impressed to have done as they're quite large chops! I was not 100 percent sold on their interpretation of bread pudding but that was more a personal style preference than a bad item. Our server was great - friendly and checked in on us but not so much as to interrupt conversation. It's a fairly large restaurant and was bustling on a Saturday night. I will say if you have an important conversation to have, probably not the right place as it's quite noisy, especially if you're near the kitchen. Or ask to move to the patio, if the weather is good! If you want a busy place with a community feeling, this is perfect.

Fast and friendly service! GREAT breakfast spot! The waffle was super tasty! The hint of salt…read moreelevated the flavor of the vanilla. The farmers omelet was nicely stuffed and delicious. I'm surprised they're not as busy.. it may be the location but there's lots of parking! I def recommend this breakfast / brunch spot!

My mom and grandma were in town for a visit-I have been curious about this restaurant, so I decided…read moreto take them here for an early Mothers Day lunch. Our waitress (Rose) was outstanding-she was kind, helpful, engaging and she made my grandma's day with her service. The food was delicious!! Tasted fresh, flavorful and high quality-my husband loved the left over onion rings.;) The music was fun but the decor could use a refresh. I still give this restaurant 5 stars because the food and service matter way more!

Friend wanted dessert and recommended this place. I must've driven by here a million times and…read moredidn't know it was here. It's definitely on the list now! Real simple, we just got their sundae. O M G! Blew me away! I literally crave this now every time I drive by. It was delicious! I felt like there was some hazelnut or something in there that just made it really good. I need to come back to make sure I wasn't dreaming. Next time I'll actually try their menu out as well. As of now though, they get 5 stars just for the dessert. Bussin!

Great Happy Hour, small bar. Great bartenders, small bites,…read moregood pricing. All food is pretty awesome.

I haven't experienced anything quite like this hidden gem in Issaquah…read more The food is off the charts delicious and service is personal. If you want to feel like you're dining in Italy, THIS is your place to go! Thank you Montalcino, for an epic experience!!! The ambience is intimate and perfect for two or small groups! Overall epic night!

Not only is the food spectacular, the owner of Montalcino is amazing! Today is National Spumoni Day…read moreand I asked a month ago if he would be able to find spumoni ice cream to offer it as a dessert on Aug 21st. He gave me his cell number, I texted him days before our reservation of 6 to see if he found spumoni to serve and Rick responded "I found someone to make it for me." Is that a thoughtful owner, or what! It was phenomenal!Thank you, Rick, for making us dedicated patrons because of your fantastic food, quality service and caring customer service! I HIGHLY recommend this place! Jennifer

Great classic cafe!…read more They have a large menu with lots to choose from, from sweet or savory breakfast to turkey dinners. Most of my meals at the chain have been good! This time, I split the migas and the rhubarb French toast. I really enjoyed the migas! It was filling and had great flavor. The French toast itself was good and I usually love rhubarb, but the sauce was not as good as I was hoping. Lots of parking, shared with other stores in the strip mall. They have a few outdoor tables as well.

Cutest little neighborhood cafe in a strip Mall near…read moreIssaquah QFC ! We ordered the Huevos Rancheros, California Eggs Benedict, and Breakfast Quesadilla. We ordered the half portions and it was perfect. The salsa on the Huevos Rancheros was delicious-- smoky, spicy, and had the perfect kick to balance the flavors of everything else going on the plate. The California Eggs Benedict came with grilled onions, which I absolutely loved. (You don't see onions typically in that dish.) Hash browns were meh. My favorite however was the avocado crema that came with the Breakfast Quesadillas. Creamy and flavorful-- they made the quesadillas sing. Quesadillas were scrumptious-- chock full of scrambled eggs, veggies, and green onions, this one is going to be on our repeat menu . We loved it so much that the person who served gave a complimentary cup to go as we were packing the leftovers. On that note I must say that the service was warm and attentive. We came on a weekday for brunch and were amazed to see how full it was. There was quite a bit of wait for lunch hour so this tells me how popular this place is. No wonder there are so many good Yelp reviews. This may just be our new family favorite.

What a great dining experience after a very disappointing experience at another local Mexican…read moreRestaurant. We popped in here late on Mother's Day Eve. Got seated immediately, and greeted very shortly thereafter. Tony / Antonio was not only our server but also our mixologist. The place was buzzing but not out of control, a good mellow vibe of people. We had the Chicken Tacos and the chicken enchiladas (with Beans & Rice). Wow, what great flavor and volume of food. We really enjoyed our meals, and plan to avoid the other place, and spend more time here. Thank you!

I usually just get takeout from here but tonight I dined in with some family…read more The food was fantastic but unfortunately the service was absolutely awful. Our waitress (who did not give her name) was not very friendly or attentive. She even interrupted and skipped my family member as they were beginning to order and asked someone else for their order next. It made no sense and was strange. On top of that she just kind of gave a "I don't want to be here and I'm annoyed" vibe. After we got our bill we noticed that some of the charges were incorrect. A kids meal order was rung up wrong, charging extra money for meat even though it was included, and a kids drink was charged as an adult. We kindly tried to explain that she charged us incorrectly and if she could please fix it. She started explaining that we had ordered the kids burrito not taco, even though we definitely ordered, she definitely inputted, and we were most certainly delivered a kids taco. She then said that we needed to clearly specify that it was a kids lemonade even though it was clearly implied that the lemonade was for a child. I guess that's on us cause we didn't say "kids lemonade"? Like come on... She was not kind or helpful about the issue at all and refused to fix the bill. We left frustrated and discouraged to go back. Be ware of the bad service if you're looking to dine in.

The atmosphere is Pacific Northwest casual but elegant. The tables are a bit close together but it…read moreis a comfortable place. I got here early and for a Saturday they were not very busy.. but filling up. The Fresh king salmon special sounded amazing but I tried the BBQ ribs with Cole slaw and a jalapeno cornbread muffin. It was good. Huge amount of ribs. This place is expensive but the service was fabulous and I could tell they bend over backwards to provide innovative good food choices.

Had an awesome Mother's Day at WildFin. The happy hour was honestly amazing -- the seafood tower,…read morecrispy rice shrimp, and calamari were all delicious, and the atmosphere by the water made it even better. Only downside was finding a hair in my food, which was disappointing, especially at a restaurant of that quality. Hoping it was just an off moment because overall the service, drinks, and food flavors were really great.