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- TTimPhoenix / Arizona •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat Food Great Service this place always comes through with a perfect dining experience!More infoCanyon River GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Ellensburg•4.8
- RRaNaeSeattle / Eastern Washington •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoThe food was amazing and the staff were all very friendly. Highly recommend!More infoWaterFire Restaurant and BarPrice: Moderate• Northwest• Yakima•4.8
- LLaury1 review5.0Dined on Jun 5, 2025The staff is always amazing making the whole experience wonderful!More infoHoist House Restaurant at Swiftwater CellarsPrice: Very Expensive• Northwest• Cle Elum•4.7
- JJanSeattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 17, 2025So excited they are back!!! Food was as good, if not better than before. The craft drinks are still a highlight, and this place totally rocks the service. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Our love affair with the Huntsman continues!More infoThe Huntsman TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Ellensburg•4.6
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