Best Restaurants for People Watching in Kirkland

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ristorante Paradiso

4.7

Exceptional(1255)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kirkland

Booked 14 times today

Chef Owner, Fabrizio Loi is from the village of Triei on the island of Sardinia, Italy. In 1978, Fabrizio was accepted to Italy’s national culinary college, the Instituto Professionale Alberghiero, where he completed an intensive three year certification program in all aspects of restaurant management and operations, graduating with honors in 1980. Here in America he has created his special versions of traditional Italian recipes for your dining pleasure.

2. Hearth

4.3

Awesome(451)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kirkland

Booked 10 times today

Step into Hearth, where you'll feel the warmth from the Hearth oven and our team as soon as you walk in. We've crafted the best of comfort food, enhancing those classic flavors we all love. Our bar boasts contemporary cocktails, local brews, and wines that pair perfectly with our hearth-fired menu. Experience the vibrant downtown Kirkland as you sit out on our spacious year-round outdoor patio and listen to our throwback tunes. Whether it's a family Sunday brunch or a group of friends looking for a new happy hour spot, Hearth will have it covered.

3. Chianti Kirkland

4.3

Awesome(150)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kirkland

Chianti Restaurant is located in the heart of Downtown Kirkland, Marina Park and is locally owned and operated by the Mercini Family. Just as we love and care for our own family, we care about every customer who comes through our doors. Our chefs personally choose only the best and most fresh products, and will prepare hearty and tasty meals everyday. We strive to deliver only the best customer service, and you will become a part of our family as soon as you enter our Italian restaurant. Check out our website for weekly specials including BOGO Pizza, Pasta & more!

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4. Carmine's - Bellevue

4.8

Exceptional(2729)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bellevue

Booked 41 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.

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5. Fogo de Chao - Bellevue

4.1

Excellent(2177)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Bellevue

Booked 129 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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6. Whiskey by John Howie

4.8

Exceptional(121)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Bellevue

Booked 3 times today

Whiskey by John Howie is the Eastside’s whiskey and craft cocktail destination for guests 21+ years old. The global selection of rare and well done whiskies has been thoroughly collected for the curious to the connoisseur by Whiskey’s in house curator, Tim Lodahl. The unique menu of delightful bar bites features new and favorite tastes crafted by proprietor John Howie and executive chef Jed Laprade.Whiskey by John Howie is available for private events. This 1,420 square foot space - which can accommodate up to 84 people for private events - features rich, dark woods complemented by dark brick and gold accents that give the room a comfortable, stylish feel. Hundreds of rare and sought after whiskey titles elegantly adorn the main wall, just above Whiskey’s open kitchen space. John Howie Catering offers a diverse range of chef-designed specialty menus that can be customized to the unique needs and style of each event.

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7. FlintCreek Cattle Co.

4.7

Exceptional(1855)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Greenwood

Booked 24 times today

Flint Creek Cattle Company is a new American steak restaurant that emphasizes ethically raised beef and sustainable farm practices. The dining area is extremely wide open and spacious. There is a large, high vaulted ceiling in addition to floor-to-ceiling windows that lets in lots of natural light and lets guests feel like they are eating outside. Flint Creek's menu is an ever rotating selection of modern American cuisine. The items on it frequently change based on the seasonality of the ingredients, ensuring new items are introduced as others leave. Favorites on the menu include Fennel Braised Wild Boar Shoulder, Durham Ranch Bison Hangar Steak, and the Oven Roasted Duck Confit.

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8. Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union

4.7

Exceptional(1060)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Lake Union / Eastlake

Booked 38 times today

Located in the South Lake Union neighborhood of Downtown Seattle since 2005, this location continues the Portage Bay Cafe mission of local, organic and sustainable fare. From our Crab Cake Benedict to our signature House-Made Challah French Toast, our items are carefully crafted to use the best seasonal and organic ingredients available. Chef Lauren and her team create monthly specials to further highlight our food-producing partners.Portage Bay Cafe at South Lake Union is a large, airy, boisterous space with lots of energy and we have outdoor dining all year round. We look forward to serving you soon.

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9. The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar-Seattle

4.1

Excellent(150)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Waterfront / Belltown

Booked 10 times today

Fisherman’s Restaurant is located at the end of the historic Pier 57 built in 1902 by hardware retailers from San Francisco. The Fisherman's Restaurant has been serving Seattle since 1976 for over thirty years, at the end of Miners Landing. The Fisherman's menu primarily consists of fresh northwest seafood, also featuring mesquite grilled items, poultry and pasta dishes. The menu is comprised of lunch and dinner specialties and our 4 signature feasts.

10. Conversation

4.6

Exceptional(354)

Price: Expensive

• American • Belltown / Pike Place Market

Step into Conversation, an inviting Seattle restaurant where Northwest cuisine takes center stage. Located in the heart of the city, we blend locally sourced ingredients with global flavors to create a dining experience that is both familiar and adventurous. Our menu reflects a commitment to sustainability and seasonality, ensuring each dish bursts with freshness and creativity. Whether you're enjoying our signature seafood dishes or savoring our innovative vegetarian options, every plate tells a story of craftsmanship and passion. Join us for an unforgettable meal in our cozy yet contemporary space, where food and conversation converge to create memorable dining moments.

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Debravip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We live Carmines! Always delicious and wonderful waitstaff!!!!
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Carmine's - BellevuePrice: Expensive• Italian• Bellevue
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4.8
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kevinvip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was excellent especially the seafood chowder! Service was a bit slow but not too bad. Atmosphere was good but not super.
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HearthPrice: Moderate• American• Kirkland
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4.3
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Jeannevip
Seattle / Eastern Washington •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a treat to dine here . Food was incredible!
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Ristorante ParadisoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kirkland
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4.7
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Anastasia Elizabeth
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Apooba was our server (I apologize if that isn’t spelled correctly) and he was awesome! We started with a different server (never got their name) and he took over our table seamlessly. The manager came over as well to help get the meats we were wanting to try out quickly. The food was great, we had the Best of Brazil selection, the bottom sirloin was our favorite!
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Fogo de Chao - BellevuePrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Bellevue
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4.1
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Babe13
Pittsburgh •21 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 Sept 2024
Friendly as we walked through the door. Service was decent and friendly. The dinning area is somewhat small and adds to sound within the room.
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Chianti KirklandPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kirkland
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4.3

Best Restaurants for People Watching in Kirkland

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Ristorante Paradiso

2. Hearth

3. Chianti Kirkland

4. Carmine's - Bellevue

5. Fogo de Chao - Bellevue

6. Whiskey by John Howie

7. FlintCreek Cattle Co.

8. Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union

9. The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar-Seattle

10. Conversation

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