RN74 - Seattle

I had a truly disappointing experience at this restaurant. It began with the host insisting that I sit at the bar, which I declined. After that, I waited nearly... read more I had a truly disappointing experience at this restaurant. It began with the host insisting that I sit at the bar, which I declined. After that, I waited nearly 10 minutes just to receive a menu. I ordered the shrimp cocktail and the bone-in ribeye. The shrimp cocktail was just average, but the ribeye was far from medium rare—it was bland and only about 1/8 inch thick. For $88, I expected much better. In fact, the steak I bought from Whole Foods was significantly better.

I had a really disappointing experience at this restaurant. The host insisted that I sit at the bar, which I chose not to do. I waited nearly 10 minutes just to... read more I had a really disappointing experience at this restaurant. The host insisted that I sit at the bar, which I chose not to do. I waited nearly 10 minutes just to get a menu. I ordered the shrimp cocktail and a bone-in ribeye. The shrimp cocktail was just average, but the ribeye was far from medium rare, lacked flavor, and was less than a quarter inch thick. For $88, I expected much more. The steak I bought from Whole Foods was actually much better.

When we were seated, we were shocked to discover that our only choice was the $200 menu. The couple at the table next to us also appeared surprised and ended up... read more When we were seated, we were shocked to discover that our only choice was the $200 menu. The couple at the table next to us also appeared surprised and ended up leaving before placing their order. While I understand that $200 per person is not uncommon for a nice dinner out on New Year’s Eve, the lack of transparency about this crucial detail was extremely disappointing—so much so that I still feel frustrated thinking about it a year later. As for the food, it was generally good. The appetizer, a selection of small bites, was enjoyable, the risotto in the first course was outstanding, and the main course steak was well cooked. However, the dessert was underwhelming—like something from a Snack Pack chocolate pudding cup. For $200, I expected each course to meet a certain standard. The service was decent, though it was a bit slow at times. We found ourselves waiting quite a while between courses and took about 30 minutes to receive our check. Still, considering it was New Year's Eve, I’m willing to give them some leeway. Although I can’t comment on their regular menu, my overall experience was overshadowed by what felt like deceptive practices from the restaurant. With the holidays and New Year’s Eve approaching, I wanted to share this experience with others who might be considering spending their time and money at this establishment.

Do not come here for Thanksgiving. The food was nowhere near the quality we have had here in the past and the service was awful. It was not worth the over $600... read more Do not come here for Thanksgiving. The food was nowhere near the quality we have had here in the past and the service was awful. It was not worth the over $600 we paid before tip.The restaurant was clearly overbooked which resulted in us being seated 40 minutes past our reservation time. When we went to the host stand 20 minutes after our reservation, it was clear we had been forgotten about even though we checked in when we arrived and were told to wait at the bar. Finally, after another 10 minutes and another reminder, the host came to ask us our name and how many in our party. We made a reservation several weeks in advance, received a confirmation call earlier in the week and gave our name and number in our party every time we went to the host stand.Once we were seated we found that our table had a severe wobble (that we fixed with folded menus) and we were sitting in folding chairs. For more than $100 per person, I don't expect to be sitting in a folding chair or crawling under the table to fix it.One member of our party ordered the wine pairing but was finished with the first course before any wine arrived.Three members of our party ordered steak, all three arrived at the table cold with one severely charred on the outside. One ordered cod that had bones in it.The restaurant ran out of the cobbler dessert and substituted cheesecake; one member of our party is lactose intolerant so she was left without any dessert.No need to spend money on a lackluster meal here when there are so many other options in Seattle.

So I was pretty exited to go here for Thanksgiving dinner I have heard great things about the Michael Mina dining experience and was let down. It started off we... read more So I was pretty exited to go here for Thanksgiving dinner I have heard great things about the Michael Mina dining experience and was let down. It started off well our server was great and my drink was on point. The first course was good I had the instant bacon it was a nice play on pork belly, but our bread course never came. We made several requests but it never came. After almost an hour they brought our entrees and alas my rare filet was overdone and a little tough, the puree was very nice though. The sides that came were nice, I must say the Brussels were my favorite part of the meal. If it wasn't for our server I would have stomped out of the place. I would say it's a hit or miss type of place.