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4130 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 547-8230
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 547-8230
Portage Bay Cafe
Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: University District
Too big for anybody but a teenage football player, but I had a nice vegetarian hash, though with an alarming 3 eggs. Needless to say I didn't eat it all. It was very crowded on Sunday morning but they do accept reservations, which seemed surprising considering the crowds.
I generally only go there for the dim sum, and I find that Fridays at early lunch are best since they have all the carts going. If you go on other days, outside of the lunch rush, they are missing so much that you end up getting a less than interesting selection to choose from. The service is fast, and I love the chili they serve since it really enhances the dim sum flavor without being too hot.
One downside is I have heard from several people about getting mild food poisoning from them, and cleanliness is not their forte, so be forewarned. Of course, lots of people eat there every day, so it's not like a huge gamble.
One downside is I have heard from several people about getting mild food poisoning from them, and cleanliness is not their forte, so be forewarned. Of course, lots of people eat there every day, so it's not like a huge gamble.
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9/17/2009
While I was a fan of Sentosa in Kirkland, I do like Noble Court. The dim sum lunch is my favorite. I also like their black bean sauce and dry (no gravy) chow fun (wide noodles) with char sui (BBQ pork). The chinese broccoli is nice, and I like their chili sauce.
Very nice. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Oddly, though, the office area didn't include any handy power outlets despite offering complimentary Internet and WiFi throughout. It could also have used a garbage besides the one in the bathroom.
And while the doorman opened the door for us, he looked unhappy and didn't even look at us or make any attempt at a greeting. The front desk was competent, but a tad odd since he could make no recommendations for the Gregorian restaurant for breakfast. Considering the fine job they did for breakfast, though not cheap to be sure (who'd expect it to be cheap?), it was odd that he seemed to know nothing about it.
And while the doorman opened the door for us, he looked unhappy and didn't even look at us or make any attempt at a greeting. The front desk was competent, but a tad odd since he could make no recommendations for the Gregorian restaurant for breakfast. Considering the fine job they did for breakfast, though not cheap to be sure (who'd expect it to be cheap?), it was odd that he seemed to know nothing about it.
216 Union Street
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 838-4333
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 838-4333
The Triple Door
Categories: Lounges, Asian Fusion, Music Venues
Neighborhood: Downtown
Love the Musicquarium as well as the stage shows. But the Musicquariam bar is nice because it has smaller musical talents that perform, yet still serves good Wild Ginger food along with their drinks.
I really like the seafood noodles (though they could be spiced up more), duck and the siam lettuce cups. We found the stuffed shiitake mushrooms to be lacking. Overall, they need to up the spice, but then maybe I need to order it that way since nobody asks how spicy do you like it.
I really like the seafood noodles (though they could be spiced up more), duck and the siam lettuce cups. We found the stuffed shiitake mushrooms to be lacking. Overall, they need to up the spice, but then maybe I need to order it that way since nobody asks how spicy do you like it.
106 Central Way
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 822-0555
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 822-0555
Santorini Greek Grill
Categories: Greek, Mediterranean
A long-time family favorite, this little place that closes down in December (until when I'm not sure, mid-January?) so its owners can spend the holidays back in Greece, is really pretty good.
We've been going there routinely since it was a small Greek grocery store. Their original salad dressing was to die for, but I think they've switched to a commercial version that can't compete with the homemade of years ago.
I like the gyro and/or chicken souvlaki salad with side pita the most. In the summer, it's nice to add a cold beer.
The only downside is they are cash only, but it's a great place to stop especially if you're heading to the waterfront.
We've been going there routinely since it was a small Greek grocery store. Their original salad dressing was to die for, but I think they've switched to a commercial version that can't compete with the homemade of years ago.
I like the gyro and/or chicken souvlaki salad with side pita the most. In the summer, it's nice to add a cold beer.
The only downside is they are cash only, but it's a great place to stop especially if you're heading to the waterfront.
Ugh, some haole neighbors seem to think this is good stuff, but it's lacking in just about every way to my taste. Even my son doesn't like it, and I wouldn't think of taking my friends and family from Japan or Hawaii there.
While it's "just a Taco del Mar," I really like the owner. He seems to work well with his staff and they seem to show well because of it.
My favorite is a Mondito burrito, light rice, black beans, chicken, pico de gallo, cabbage, light jalapenos, hot sauce, cilantro and onions.
My favorite is a Mondito burrito, light rice, black beans, chicken, pico de gallo, cabbage, light jalapenos, hot sauce, cilantro and onions.
8920 122nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 889-9454
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 889-9454
Miller's Martial Arts Academy
Category: Martial Arts
My son has done mixed martial arts with Sibok Korbet Miller since he was in third grade. He's since earned his black belt and helps out teaching the little kids.
Sibok is a wonderful teacher, good with discipline, yet not overly pedagogical like some schools. He gives them lots of practical advice regarding self defense, and best of all are the "acts of kindness" the kids have to do to earn credit along with their martial arts skills. He's really pretty special.
Sibok is a wonderful teacher, good with discipline, yet not overly pedagogical like some schools. He gives them lots of practical advice regarding self defense, and best of all are the "acts of kindness" the kids have to do to earn credit along with their martial arts skills. He's really pretty special.
I have not tried the sushi because you have to wonder about how quickly they can move the raw fish, but I did see some take out orders of sushi, something I've just never done.
We get the family dinners and they are reasonable at $24 for food for four, though I only need for three. But it makes a nice lunch the next day.
It is a teriyaki place, but it has a nice mix of chicken katsu, udon, spicy chicken, sweet pork and the beef has a nice ginger flavor. Pretty good for "fast food teriyaki"
We get the family dinners and they are reasonable at $24 for food for four, though I only need for three. But it makes a nice lunch the next day.
It is a teriyaki place, but it has a nice mix of chicken katsu, udon, spicy chicken, sweet pork and the beef has a nice ginger flavor. Pretty good for "fast food teriyaki"
I'm a fan of the mostly vegetarian selection. I go light on noodles, while my son goes heavy without rice, and order brown rice. I also find that I have to add lots of chili oil (drained) to get the spice sufficiently interesting, along with the garlic. I do like the pineapple's sweetness with the rest.
Once nice thing my wife likes is to get a half-and-half of chicken and tofu, and we both tend to get a mixed mongolian and mushroom sauce.
It's a fun spot if you're not looking for a great meal, unless you have kids!