Waterleaf Restaurant + Bar

Waterleaf Restaurant + Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. CU

   CUZMJ VIP

   Seattle61 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on February 3, 2020

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Has potential, still working out some kinks. will come back again
   

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   KellyM

   Seattle5 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on January 19, 2020

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   I ordered the Steak Frites. The steak was a horrible cut of meat and literally less than 1/2 inches thick. I've purchased and prepared better steaks from Wal Mart. I asked for it to be medium rare and my first steak came well done. The flavor was ok but the steak was touch and full of fat and gristle. The waitress immediately noted that the steak was not medium rare and offered a new steak, (which is great customer service). She brought me a new steak, even though I said I'd go ahead and eat the first one. The second steak came and the center was medium rare but the ends were still well done. There was almost no sear on the steak. The first steak actually tasted better but it is absolutely not a high quality steak. You could find a better steak, literally, in a Denny's restaurant. My wife had the PBBLT sandwich. Pork Belly, Bacon, Lettuce and tomato. It was pretty good but again, not great. Probably worth the money but certainly nothing out of the ordinary. For an appetizer we had the shrimp. They were really good and both of us enjoyed them and we would recommend them. The Service was below average other than her insisting to bring me another steak. After she brought me back the other steak we sat there without being checked on for the entire meal. Didn't get offered any additional drinks etc. We waited, after being finished, for our check for at least 10 minutes. We did not get any discount on the steak meal even though it was clear that 75% of it didn't get eaten. We aren't the type to ask for discounts so maybe that's on us but an astute waitress would have offered or asked. The atmosphere is fine. The drinks were ok. The table water was Luke warm. The prices would be fine if the food were better.
   

   Waterleaf Restaurant + BarResponded on January 29, 2020

   Hi Kelly, Thank you for your honest and thorough feedback. I am sorry that the steak was not good quality, and not cooked correctly to boot. While I am glad that you enjoyed the shrimp, the rest of your experience was definitely not up to our standards. We would love the opportunity to host you again - please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly if you ever wish to join us in the future! Sincerely, Aimee Oldfield Director of Food & Beverage 206-278-7800
   

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   Portlandwithteens

   Portland20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on January 19, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Hotel restaurant. Good food, reasonable beer selection and friendly staff. Wish the description mentioned it was in hotel. Looking for bit more local feel but cool vibe and nice happy hour.
   

   Waterleaf Restaurant + BarResponded on January 29, 2020

   Thank you for joining us for happy hour and for your feedback. We hope to see you next time you are in the area! Cheers, Aimee Aimee Oldfield Director of Food & Beverage
   

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   DVak

   Seattle11 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on December 19, 2019

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Modern set-up with the most ridiculous uncomfy seating. The server was very sweet to bring a actual banquet chair that actually had support. The only decent items were the appetizers, rest of the meal was downhill. Wont recommend or revisit.
   

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5. J

   Justabrad VIP

   Seattle22 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on November 12, 2019

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Waterleaf has a great chef who really knows how to prepare delicious and interesting meals. On the night we were there the Seahawks were playing and the staff seemed distracted, so service was sometimes slow. But our family had a great time, and ended up catching the tail end of a very exciting game. The steelhead and the risotto were especially good. We will be back.
   

   Waterleaf Restaurant + BarResponded on November 28, 2019

   Thank you for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your dinner and apologize for being caught up in the game - you're right, it was a very exciting one! We look forward to seeing you again. Cheers, Aimee Oldfield Director of Food & Beverage
   

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   Altavista

   Seattle3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 5, 2019

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service and beautiful view of lake Washington via Renton Landing!
   

   Waterleaf Restaurant + BarResponded on November 28, 2019

   Hi Altavista, Thank you for your excellent review! However, it seems that you may have eaten at a different restaurant - we are located in Tukwila and unfortunately don't have a view of Lake Washington. Nonetheless, we would love to have you join us at Waterleaf soon! Sincerely, Aimee Oldfield Director of Food & Beverage
   

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7. DC

   DennisC

   Seattle2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on November 5, 2019

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   My braised short rib was delicious, but my companion's steelhead was inedibly salty. Her choice of appetizer had run out and the alternative, while good, was not as preferable. Then the prices we were charged were from the regular menu rather than for Seattle Restaurant Week. They still have some learning to do.
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Hawaii3 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on October 30, 2019

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Staff was friendly but service was slow. Restaurant was fairly empty when we arrived so we were surprised by the slow service. Took almost an hour to receive our appetizers. Food was good but not amazing.
   

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   Eatersout

   Portland6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on October 19, 2019

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Pleasantly surprise to find a hotel restaurant with such good food.
   

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    Theranman

    Anchorage15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Amazing bargain on the happy hour menu. Food was delicious and service friendly. Highly recommend
    

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