Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Kirkland

49 restaurants available nearby

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1. Carmine's - Bellevue

4.8

Exceptional(2739)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bellevue

Booked 72 times today

From the owners of Il Terrazzo Carmine, one of Seattle"s most iconic and beloved establishments, comes Carmine's Bellevue. Carmine's Bellevue brings to the east side the same level of quality in service, food, and ambiance that has made its sister restaurant a true institution in Downtown Seattle. Located at 88 102nd Avenue in Bellevue's historic Old Bellevue neighborhood, Carmines is nestled against Bellevue Park. With a rustic, timeless interior, Carmine's provides patrons an escape from the increasingly urbanized way of life. Upscale and elegant, Carmine's feels anything but stiff and pretentious. Good for business meetings, special occasions, or simply dining with loved ones, Carmine's Bellevue is a true destination on the east side.

2. Cafe Juanita

4.7

Exceptional(3424)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Kirkland

Booked 15 times today

Cafe Juanita features Executive Chef and Owner Holly Smith's award winning Northern Italian cuisine prepared using the freshest Northwest ingredients and complimented by an award-winning wine list. Cafe Juanita serves prix-fixe multi-course tasting menus with optional wine pairings, and many other tempting possibilities to embellish your meal. Current menus can be viewed at www.cafejuanita.com. We are happy to modify dishes for dietary restrictions; please advise when making reservations. We offer four tasting menus from which you may choose: omnivore, pescatarian, vegetarian, and vegan, ranging in price per person from $175-$205. We have a supplemental a la carte menu, and tasting menu items can also be ordered a la carte. Dress code is elegant, formal *no leisure or athletic attire please.

3. Itadaki Yakiniku

4.7

Exceptional(37)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese Speciality • Bellevue

Booked 11 times today

We are pleased to offer free 4-hour parking validation for guests parking in the lot within our building. If you choose to stay longer, please note that additional parking fees may apply for any time exceeding 4 hours.We look forward to welcoming you! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or seeking an unforgettable meal, we promise to take you on a culinary adventure like no other at Itadaki Yakiniku. Experience the perfect blend of indulgence, harmony, and quality that defines our approach to fine dining.

4. Barking Frog

4.7

Exceptional(4199)

Price: Very Expensive

• Regional American (Northwest) • Woodinville

Booked 60 times today

It's difficult to say what is most appealing about the Barking Frog - the food, the wine, the atmosphere. All of the above earned this casual bistro featuring country fresh Northwest cuisine rave reviews. Honors have included "Restaurant of the Year", "Most Innovative Wine List" and "Wine Grand Award" awards, presented by the Washington Wine Commission. Delectable dishes entice guests to linger in the light-filled dining room or to gather around the fireplace. While in the summer, lunch and dinner are served in the courtyard. Visit our sister restaurant, Fireside Lounge, take a more relaxed approach to you day with friends and fellow guests. Serving seasonal cocktails and casual bites. Daily happy hour from 3-5:30pm. Live music during the week.

5. Takai by Kashiba

4.7

Exceptional(391)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Bellevue

Booked 10 times today

Takai by Kashiba is a fine dining Edo-Mae style Sushi restaurant that specializes exclusively in nigiri sushi. Sushi Counter dining is solely Chef's Omakase, with two seatings at 5:30 and 7:30.Omakase is also available at our dining room tables along with a la carte Sushi options.We do not have vegan/vegetarian/kids menus. We are able to accommodate most allergies.Led by Chef Jun Takai, the Omakase consists of local and international seafood accompanied with Kaiseki style dishes. Takai by Kashiba creates an elegant atmosphere whether you're seated at a table or the sushi counter. Omakase style drink pairings are also available along with a thoughtful selection of Sake, Wine and Japanese Whisky.

6. Cedar + Elm

4.6

Exceptional(335)

Price: Expensive

• American • Kirkland

Booked 29 times today

Cedar + Elm is the heart of The Lodge at St. Edward State Park, a beautifully restored landmark hotel peacefully tucked away in a lush 326-acre forest just 30 minutes from Seattle. Led by Executive Chef Luke Kolpin (Formerly of Noma and Bravo's Top Chef), Cedar + Elm’s menu is inspired by the undeniable spirit of the region we’re proud to call home. Every ingredient, flavor, and method of preparation is infused with an anchored authenticity. The bounty of each season informs our direction, culminating in familiar and approachable dishes with refined presentations and bold flavors.Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, or brunch, for an inspired Pacific Northwest dining experience. We also feature live music in our Tonsorium Bar Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday as well as all night happy hour Sunday through Thursday!

7. Bis on Main

4.6

Exceptional(1966)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Northwest) • Bellevue

Booked 31 times today

Bis on Main is Bellevue’s premier fine dining restaurant, famous for great seafood, big steaks and the signature Crispy Garlic Chicken. One of the best places in Bellevue for lunch & dinner. Bis also features an award winning and well-priced wine list with over 320 selections. We have an intimate bar, lounge and valet parking located directly behind the restaurant. Private dining & offsite catering available!

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8. Queen Mary Tea Room

4.9

Exceptional(1532)

Price: Moderate

• Afternoon Tea • Laurelhurst

Booked 17 times today

Queen Mary Tea Room has been providing tea service and fine dining to Seattle and its visitors for 34 years. Our Afternoon Tea with the cranberry orange scones and crumpets to the mint cucumber tea sandwiches, and the silver teapots of Queen Mary's finest teas with the fine English bone china teacups, it's a tradition many generations have experienced. Our Brunch and Lunch menus are also quite delicious with homemade quiches and soups that will bring you back again and again.

9. John Howie Steak

4.6

Exceptional(4132)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Bellevue

Booked 44 times today

"Recently voted Readers' Choice "Best Steak" in Seattle Magazine"Chef/restaurateur John Howie's definitive NW steak house, serving custom-aged USDA Prime steaks, American Wagyu Beef, Australian Waygu beef, Japanese "A5" 100% Wagyu beef, fresh seasonal Pacific fish and seafoods, wild foraged mushrooms, and locally sourced fruits and vegetables. John Howie Steak features two wood fired grills, mesquite charcoal and applewood that add subtle flavors to the foods. The wine list features a "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator. Enjoy classic and seasonal specialty cocktails, or the world’s finest single-malt scotch, bourbons and fine cognacs in the lounge. Two beautifully appointed private dining rooms are available for meetings or special occasions. A 20% service charge is included on each check. John Howie Steak retains 100% of the service charge. Our professional service team receives industry leading compensation.

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10. Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.7

Exceptional(4798)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bellevue

Booked 40 times today

Seastar Restaurant & Bar is Bellevue’s #1 seafood restaurant! Locally owned and operated for the past 21 years by celebrity chef and Northwest philanthropist John Howie, Seastar is known for its seasonally inspired menus, diverse selection of locally caught seafood and its award-winning wine program. Chef Howie and his team meticulously source the best seafood in the region and create culinary wonders that surprise and delight. Our raw bar features fresh oysters, poke, ceviche, and an array of fresh sushi, sashimi and unique preparations of rolls and nigiri. The dynamic cocktail and bar program features spirits from Chef Howie’s own Wildwood Spirits Co., and the wine program boasts over 750 wines, winning prestigious awards like Food & Wine’s “Best Wine List in America.” Our knowledgeable sommeliers will help find the perfect pairing for every seafood dish or from the land fare, creating a culinary experience unlike any other.

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Philip
Los Angeles •13 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The best restaurant on the east side hands down. Love the staff, the atmosphere and the high end Italian cuisine. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. Will be a restaurant that I will return to time and time again
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Carmine's - BellevuePrice: Expensive• Italian• Bellevue
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4.8
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BrittanyVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •59 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our waitress was amazing and each server was very polite and attentive. I couldn’t give them a five because the bar service was not good neither the cocktail nor cocktail we tried were good. How do you not know how to make a lemon drop and how do you screw up Shirley temple….mind boggling. The owner is on to something just needs to work out a few details like bar management, signage, and restroom attendants. The restroom cleanliness did not match the aesthetic of the restaurant. Overall 4 stars. Will come back to see the spring/summer menu.
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Itadaki YakinikuPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese Speciality• Bellevue
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4.7
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Monika
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Absolutely phenomenal birthday dinner at Cafe Juanita. Truly memorable from first bite to last, and stellar service throughout. It’s a splurge, but a worthy special occasion spot.
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Cafe JuanitaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Kirkland
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4.7
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GenevieveVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •43 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Dec 2024
I was here with a group of friends and we had a fantastic dinner. High end, fresh ingredients, great service. It was definitely a treat!
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Barking FrogPrice: Very Expensive• Regional American (Northwest)• Woodinville
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4.7
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RichardVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 8 Dec 2024
Everything was absolutely perfect except the smoke smell from the casino part.
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Ms. Jane's Fine DiningPrice: Very Expensive• American• Milton
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4.8

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49 restaurants available nearby

1. Carmine's - Bellevue

2. Cafe Juanita

3. Itadaki Yakiniku

4. Barking Frog

5. Takai by Kashiba

6. Cedar + Elm

7. Bis on Main

8. Queen Mary Tea Room

9. John Howie Steak

10. Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

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