Trace - Reviews

Good atmosphere, there is a part with a bar and a few tables, you are among people but not too crowded, and a restaurant part (with the same menu), which is spa... read more Good atmosphere, there is a part with a bar and a few tables, you are among people but not too crowded, and a restaurant part (with the same menu), which is spacious, high class. The ambience is modern, cool

Reservation for Thanksgiving dinner at At we were told they were breaking down the buffet at It was completely cleaned up by When I complained about it, the man... read more Reservation for Thanksgiving dinner at At we were told they were breaking down the buffet at It was completely cleaned up by When I complained about it, the manager gave me attitude

Thanksgiving dinner some years ago was not a buffet, and this buffet was no bargain, and the ambience was really cold and weird. Not sure I should trash the pla... read more Thanksgiving dinner some years ago was not a buffet, and this buffet was no bargain, and the ambience was really cold and weird. Not sure I should trash the place because of what they chose to do for Thanksgiving, but it was they did for Thanksgiving. And not adequate

A nice convenient venue for breakfast, lunch or dinner read more A nice convenient venue for breakfast, lunch or dinner

We arrived at Trace, hopeful for a great meal...after being told by our valet that we had a limit or would be charged, we hurried to the dining room and made ou... read more We arrived at Trace, hopeful for a great meal...after being told by our valet that we had a limit or would be charged, we hurried to the dining room and made our way to the maitre'd stand. And waited. We watched a bartender (who walked by us twice) drag a stool from the dining room into the bar--it was so loud and rude and disruptive. We waited minutes to be noted...that's not okay. We were shown to a four top...there were going to be adults. When asked, I replied "No, this won't work We returned to the entry area and waited--our server quickly wiped two tables down and seated us...it wasn't going to be our night at Trace. Our server was a bit overwhelmed: she was expediting, running food, busing, serving, wiping, and more. A manager was on hand helping reset the dining room, but there was more than ample help in the kitchen and bar--why didn't our server have the same support. The charcuterie was dropped, and nothing explained...we still have no idea what was in the ramekin? My beef skewer was dry; the steaks were dropped to the wrong guest--the one who wanted medium rare got medium well and vice-versa...both thought the steaks were cooked wrong until it was too late. The shrimp/crab bisque was excellent. We were given some delectable treats for the birthday guest--that was a nice gesture. Again, some wonderful flavors--the drinks were delicious--and there were ups, but with a keen eye on the limit, we had to leave...nothing would have merited an additional of mediocrity. Lots of choices in Seattle--we won't include Trace on that list

Our server Vee, as always, was amazing. She was attentive and remembered each of our preferences. She’s the best!! read more Our server Vee, as always, was amazing. She was attentive and remembered each of our preferences. She’s the best!!

As always, Trace was so enjoyable. Happy hour till 8PM on Fridays is the best way to end a long work week. read more As always, Trace was so enjoyable. Happy hour till 8PM on Fridays is the best way to end a long work week.

The food and service was excellent! The music level was acceptable this time around.. read more The food and service was excellent! The music level was acceptable this time around..

The ambiance was fantastic. The happy hour specials and pricing were fantastic too. My only complaint was that I had to speak loudly to my friend because the ba... read more The ambiance was fantastic. The happy hour specials and pricing were fantastic too. My only complaint was that I had to speak loudly to my friend because the band playing was too loud.

Nice wait staff. Mediocre food. Tots just frozen food nothing fancy. Music was a little loud and gloomy. read more Nice wait staff. Mediocre food. Tots just frozen food nothing fancy. Music was a little loud and gloomy.

Nice and cozy little place nestled inside the W Seattle. We were staying at the hotel so it was convenient to have breakfast here a few of the days. My wife had... read more Nice and cozy little place nestled inside the W Seattle. We were staying at the hotel so it was convenient to have breakfast here a few of the days. My wife had the breakfast burrito both days, she loved it. I had the biscuit and gravy. The flavour was on point but I wish it was saucier, it was a bit on the dry side. Overall a solid spot. For a small joint they had quite a few options to appease everyone.

Excellent food! Poor service! This place deserves a 5 star rating but we didn't get water until we asked for it, it took a while for the server to bring our dri... read more Excellent food! Poor service! This place deserves a 5 star rating but we didn't get water until we asked for it, it took a while for the server to bring our drinks and take our dinner order. My water glass was dirty and had dry food crumbs stuck and when I asked for a new glass the server didn't say sorry, all she said was ok! The manager delivered our food and we had to ask her for knives because they only gave us forks for dinner. We never got a smile or more than ok and a nod. I gave it a 4 star rating because of the service, but the food is sooo good I would come back but they need more experienced staff.

Very enjoyable. Picture does no justice to show the exceptional taste and quality of the food here. Had avocado toast with scrambled egg and look forward to try... read more Very enjoyable. Picture does no justice to show the exceptional taste and quality of the food here. Had avocado toast with scrambled egg and look forward to trying other items in their menu. Not a lot of choices but great variety. Busy spot on a Sunday morning but lineup moved fairly quickly. You order and they deliver to your table.

8/12/18: Vinyl brunch. Decided not to do the buffet and ordered off the regular menu. PNW Loco Moco: fancified with mushroom risotto. Rich. Delicious. Corned Be... read more 8/12/18: Vinyl brunch. Decided not to do the buffet and ordered off the regular menu. PNW Loco Moco: fancified with mushroom risotto. Rich. Delicious. Corned Beef Hash: A favorite with nice crispy yet tender corned beef. A bit different with the french fries though. Eggs over medium done perfectly. Donut holes: Light, airy, doughy, sweet.

Take out thanksgiving dinners, wonderful. Food: 5 Service: Takeaway Meal type: Dinner read more Take out thanksgiving dinners, wonderful. Food: 5 Service: Takeaway Meal type: Dinner

The food is not really worth for the price you pay, service is good. Location is good. Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3 read more The food is not really worth for the price you pay, service is good. Location is good. Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 3

Overall, the food is tasty but overshadowed by the non existent service and terrible pricing policies. This is an overpriced, counter service food joint. They *... read more Overall, the food is tasty but overshadowed by the non existent service and terrible pricing policies. This is an overpriced, counter service food joint. They *force* a 15% gratuity on you to get your own drinks and food! Take out, also 15% forced! That doesn’t sit well with me. Also, items are priced on the high side example yoghurt and granola is $15. A small side of some berries $12. (Plus forced gratuity) We ate here twice because our status at Marriott included some breakfast credit. Drinks were made wrong. Food was missing from our takeout order. Ordering was like a production line without any hope of seeing a smile. Oh yea, pay 15% for the privilege. We switched to doing room service (same menu and pricing) but at least didn’t have to deal with the Trace Market staff and policies. Food: 4 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1 Service: Takeaway Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: $20–30