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Cafe Juanita, Kirkland, WA
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Cafe Juanita

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$50 and over
Italian
9702 NE 120th Place, Kirkland, WA 98034-4206

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Innovative
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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Holly Smith

From the OpenTable editors: Choose your own dining adventure at this acclaimed Northern Italian-inspired restaurant. In an intimate, wood-accented space, James Beard Award-winning chef Holly Smith dazzles with seasonal tasting menus—including a vegan option—starring delicate housemade pastas and Pacific Northwestern ingredients. Bonus points for a pitch-perfect wine list, fancy add-ons like caviar service, and a lush, creekside patio.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Organic, Northwest
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (425) 823-1505
  • Website
    https://www.cafejuanita.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Catering
    The restaurant is available for parties up to 90. We have two private dining rooms available. One, the Winery, seats a maximum of 16 guests; the other, The Fireplace Room, seats a maximum of 14 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining spaces available. One, the Winery, seats up to 16 guests and features a deck overlooking the creek and yard. Our other private dining space, the Fireplace Room, seats a maximum of 14 guests. Custom designed tasting menus are available. We are also available for restaurant rental for parties up to 90.
  • Location
    9702 NE 120th Place, Kirkland, WA 98034-4206
  • Neighborhood
    Kirkland
  • Parking details
    On-street parking is available in our neighborhood. Every night we offer valet parking at $10 per vehicle.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Prix-Fixe Tasting Menus

    Multiple dates available
    Cafe Juanita is pleased to offer prix-fixe multi-course tasting menus only. The tasting menus have four iterations from which you can choose: omnivore, pescatarian, vegetarian, or vegan. We are happy to modify dishes for dietary restrictions; please advise when making reservations. Dress code is elegant, formal; no athletic or leisure attire please. Cafe Juanita does not have a kids' menu or special amenities for children. If you are interested in including a child in your group, please call us at 425.823.1505

Menu

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What 3,446 people are saying

Cafe Juanita reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Best Service

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Innovative

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Great for fine wines

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Italian

  • Eastside

    Best Overall

  • Eastside

    Best Food

  • Eastside

    Best Service

  • Eastside

    Best Ambiance

  • Eastside

    Innovative

  • Eastside

    Healthy

  • Eastside

    Great for fine wines

  • Eastside

    Romantic

  • Eastside

    Good for special occasions

  • Eastside

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Juanita offers an exquisite dining experience with "impeccable service" and "delicious and creative dishes." Guests rave about its "beautiful setting" and "outstanding food," making it a top choice for special occasions. The "wine pairing is a must," and the restaurant accommodates diverse dietary preferences, ensuring a memorable visit.
3,446 Reviews

  1. M

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrate my wife's birthday every year with you, and we were there on Sat, July 5. It was great, and she loved it like always. Specific kudos to our waiter (whose name I did not catch but the table was under my name). The food and ambience were exactly what she likes and wanted. I also appreciate the noise level (i.e., very nice and quiet).

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  2. Terrance VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. The wine pairings were all substandard and way too expensive for their quality.

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  3. Timothy

    Seattle / Eastern Washington6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been in Michelin starred restaurants that aren't as exceptional. Service is outstanding, the sommelier knowledge and flexibility top-notch, and the food incredible. You won't necessarily be 'stuffed' at the end but that's not why you visit a place like this. Fantastic for special occasions. Bonus, the car valets are courteous and careful.

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  4. Jacque

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truly one of the best dining experiences in my life. Looking forward to another visit sooner than later.

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  5. Larry VIP

    Orange County12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful treat. Had a great evening enjoying wonderful food, drink and conversation. Impeccable service. Unique and inspiring creations. And an interesting non alcoholic (and alcoholic) pairing. A special evening. We will be back for round two!

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  6. Claire VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Accommodated this mixed couple- a vegan and omnivore and had NA pairings that were superb!

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  7. Ann VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I wanted a quiet place to eat, and the staff took us to a table on a small patio. We had it to ourselves. Beautiful setting, terrific staff, and outstanding food.

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dining experiences in Seattle. Food was incredible. Wine pairing is a must. The sommelier shares about each wine and it is phenomenally suited to the food. The staff was brilliant and kind and generous.

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  9. Mark

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dining experience at Cafe Juanita under Holly Smith has been consistently excellent for more than two decades. Brilliantly conceived and prepared food, fascinating wine choices, and impeccable service. Definitely among the Seattle area’s best restaurants.

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  10. Michelle VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always AMAZING!! The food the atmosphere the service and again the FOOD AND WINE!!

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Cafe Juanita is rated 4.9 stars by 3446 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Kirkland

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cafe Juanita

9702 NE 120th Place, Kirkland, WA 98034-4206

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Kirkland
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Organic, Northwest
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    On-street parking is available in our neighborhood. Every night we offer valet parking at $10 per vehicle.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.cafejuanita.com/
  • Phone number
    (425) 823-1505
  • Catering
    The restaurant is available for parties up to 90. We have two private dining rooms available. One, the Winery, seats a maximum of 16 guests; the other, The Fireplace Room, seats a maximum of 14 guests.
  • Private party facilities
    We have two private dining spaces available. One, the Winery, seats up to 16 guests and features a deck overlooking the creek and yard. Our other private dining space, the Fireplace Room, seats a maximum of 14 guests. Custom designed tasting menus are available. We are also available for restaurant rental for parties up to 90.

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