Stretched along Lake Washington, Kirkland blends high-tech affluence with Pacific Northwest creativity.
Wineries and bistros, noodle shops and water-view dining—it’s all part of Kirkland’s flavor-rich tapestry.
Café Juanita
Chef Holly Smith’s award-winning Italian restaurant is an Eastside culinary destination.
Seasonal menus feature housemade pasta, wild mushrooms, local lamb, seafood risotto, and inventive flourless desserts.
Tucked on a woodsy residential street, the modern dining room is a place for celebrations, date nights, and acclaimed tasting menus.
DERU Market
What began as a takeout bakery is now Kirkland’s go-to: wood-fired pizzas topped with ricotta and garden veg, kale Caesar salads, daily sandwiches brimming with brisket or roasted veggies.
The “giant slice” cake is Instagram famous, and the communal vibe draws families, tech commuters, and foodies from all over King County.
Bamboo Garden
This bustling spot brings Sichuan and Cantonese classics—spicy mapo tofu, cumin lamb, honey walnut prawns, and hand-pulled noodles for the lunch rush.
The staff is welcoming, the menu deep, and the windows overlook Kirkland’s lively downtown.
Isarn Thai Soul Kitchen
A modern, buzzing space with a street-food heart, Isarn does “Issan”-style grilled chicken, green papaya salad, sizzling hot pots, and fiery larb.
Try house cocktails with lemongrass and chili; small-plate dining makes for a vibrant table.
The neighborhood spirit is infectious, and the food is bold and full of soul.
Anthony’s HomePort
A Kirkland classic with waterfront views. Salmon, chowder brimming with clams, king crab legs, halibut tacos—the seafood is the Northwest’s freshest.
Floor-to-ceiling windows catch every sunset and, in summer, the deck becomes the city’s unofficial gathering place.
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