Kirkland’s lakefront setting and booming tech presence have fueled a legit restaurant scene: sleek wine bars, polished bistros, and creative casual spots are everywhere, especially around Downtown Kirkland and Juanita.
1. Hearth (at The Heathman Hotel)
Hearth offers a wood‑fired, Pacific Northwest‑driven menu in a chic but comfortable hotel setting. Expect seasonal small plates, pizzas, and mains featuring local produce, seafood, and meats—think roasted salmon, wood‑oven chicken, flatbreads, and shareable veggie dishes. Cocktails and wine are a big part of the experience.
2. Soi Thai (Kirkland)
Soi brings bold, street‑style Thai flavors in a stylish, modern room. You’ll find spicy curries, papaya salads, crispy pork dishes, noodles, and regional specialties with serious heat available if you want it. The bar focuses on Asian‑influenced cocktails and a thoughtful beer list.
3. Feast
Feast is a French‑inspired bistro and wine bar that feels tailor‑made for date night. The menu leans toward classics: steak frites, duck confit, mussels, charcuterie boards, and rich desserts like crème brûlée. A strong wine selection and cozy interior make it a linger‑over‑dinner spot.
4. DERU Market
DERU Market is part bakery, part café, part farm‑to‑table restaurant. The vibe is rustic‑chic, and the menu features seasonal salads, big slices of wood‑fired pizza, sandwiches on house‑baked bread, roasted veggie dishes, and decadent cakes and baked goods. Great for lunch or a casual dinner.
5. Bai Tong Thai Street Café (Kirkland)
Bai Tong offers another strong Thai option with a slightly more casual feel: bright, modern interior and a menu full of familiar favorites—pad thai, pad see ew, curries, fried rice, and appetizers like chicken wings and dumplings. It’s a reliable, flavorful weeknight go‑to.
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