Best Lunch Restaurants in Kirkland

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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EastsideNorth of SeattleSeattle

Neighborhoods

BallardBellevueBelltown / Pike Place MarketBothellCapitol HillCapitol Hill / First Hill

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

163 restaurants available nearby

1. Hearth

4.4

Awesome(464)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Kirkland

Booked 2 times today

Step into Hearth, where you'll feel the warmth from the Hearth oven and our team as soon as you walk in. We've crafted the best of comfort food, enhancing those classic flavors we all love. Our bar boasts contemporary cocktails, local brews, and wines that pair perfectly with our hearth-fired menu. Experience the vibrant downtown Kirkland as you sit out on our spacious year-round outdoor patio and listen to our throwback tunes. Whether it's a family Sunday brunch or a group of friends looking for a new happy hour spot, Hearth will have it covered.

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2. Rock Creek Seafood & Spirits - Kirkland

4.6

Exceptional(290)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Kirkland

Booked 25 times today

RockCreek Seafood & Spirits is now serve Kirkland community and beyond! With over 10 years of serving globally sourced seafood to the Seattle area, we are thrilled to expand upon our RockCreek classics!

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3. Ristorante Paradiso

4.9

Exceptional(1302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kirkland

Booked 20 times today

Chef Owner, Fabrizio Loi is from the village of Triei on the island of Sardinia, Italy. In 1978, Fabrizio was accepted to Italy’s national culinary college, the Instituto Professionale Alberghiero, where he completed an intensive three year certification program in all aspects of restaurant management and operations, graduating with honors in 1980. Here in America he has created his special versions of traditional Italian recipes for your dining pleasure.

4. Fogrose Atelier

3.8

Excellent(171)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Bellevue

Booked 8 times today

Afternoon Tea and Dessert Lounge. Fantastic venue space. We can accommodate private parties for up to 30 guests seated, and up to 50 guests for standing room.

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5. Carmine's - Bellevue

4.8

Exceptional(2797)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bellevue

Booked 57 times today

From the owners of Il Terrazzo Carmine, one of Seattle"s most iconic and beloved establishments, comes Carmine's Bellevue. Carmine's Bellevue brings to the east side the same level of quality in service, food, and ambiance that has made its sister restaurant a true institution in Downtown Seattle. Located at 88 102nd Avenue in Bellevue's historic Old Bellevue neighborhood, Carmines is nestled against Bellevue Park. With a rustic, timeless interior, Carmine's provides patrons an escape from the increasingly urbanized way of life. Upscale and elegant, Carmine's feels anything but stiff and pretentious. Good for business meetings, special occasions, or simply dining with loved ones, Carmine's Bellevue is a true destination on the east side.

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6. Sparrow - Kirkland

4.4

Awesome(719)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Kirkland

Booked 18 times today

Welcome to Sparrow in Kirkland, where culinary excellence meets warm hospitality! Nestled in the heart of the city, Sparrow offers a dining experience like no other. Our talented chefs create mouthwatering dishes using the freshest local ingredients, infusing each meal with vibrant flavors and artistic presentation. Whether you're craving succulent seafood, tender steaks, or vegetarian delights, our menu has something for every palate. Enjoy a cozy and elegant ambiance perfect for romantic dinners, family gatherings, or business lunches. Book your table today and discover why Sparrow is Kirkland's premier dining destination!

7. El Encanto

4.7

Exceptional(421)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Kirkland

Booked 19 times today

El Encanto is the latest restaurant to join Carillon Point, from the group that brought you Cantinetta and COMO. Enjoy Chef Gabriel's elevated Mexican menu featuring recipes passed down through generations. We offer two semi private dining tables that come with their own patio (weather permitting), available to book via email. Expansive outdoor dining and lounges overlook Lake Washington, which will be on a first come, first served basis. Come enjoy the gorgeous PNW with us, a margarita and your new favorite Mexican dishes!

8. Cafe Juanita

4.9

Exceptional(3439)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Kirkland

Booked 7 times today

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.

9. Cedar + Elm

4.6

Exceptional(383)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Kirkland

Booked 19 times today

Cedar + Elm is the heart of The Lodge at St. Edward State Park, a beautifully restored landmark hotel peacefully tucked away in a lush 326-acre forest just 30 minutes from Seattle. Led by Executive Chef Luke Kolpin (Formerly of Noma and Bravo's Top Chef), Cedar + Elm’s menu is inspired by the undeniable spirit of the region we’re proud to call home. Every ingredient, flavor, and method of preparation is infused with an anchored authenticity. The bounty of each season informs our direction, culminating in familiar and approachable dishes with refined presentations and bold flavors.Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, afternoon tea, or brunch, for an inspired Pacific Northwest dining experience. We also feature live music in our Tonsorium Bar Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday as well as all night happy hour Sunday through Thursday!

10. Bis on Main

4.7

Exceptional(2009)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Northwest • Bellevue

Booked 28 times today

Bis on Main is Bellevue’s premier fine dining restaurant, famous for great seafood, big steaks and the signature Crispy Garlic Chicken. One of the best places in Bellevue for lunch & dinner. Bis also features an award winning and well-priced wine list with over 320 selections. We have an intimate bar, lounge and valet parking located directly behind the restaurant. Private dining & offsite catering available!

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ScotVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •214 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious as always! The cauliflower soup is consistently stupendous. The gulf prawns they had as a special today were tremendous -like baby lobsters; perfectly grilled extraordinary.
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Carmine's - BellevuePrice: Expensive• Italian• Bellevue
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4.8
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annVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The most wonderful little bread sticks. Like a trip to Rome
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Ristorante ParadisoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kirkland
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4.9
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Sasha
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved our time here. Food was delicious. We had ratatouille, sandwiches, scones and some desserts. They were very nice, and tea came quick! We were all able to try many different types. The spoons and table settings were very cute and they had tiaras you could wear. A very expensive day, but 90 minutes was the right amount of time to appreciate it.
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Fogrose AtelierPrice: Very Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Bellevue
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3.8
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EricaDVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great food, drinks and service! They have a martini and fries on the menu and they are both great!
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Rock Creek Seafood & Spirits - KirklandPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Kirkland
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4.6
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CeciliaVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •54 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
We enjoyed a lovely Valentine's Day dinner. Great menu, delicious food and beautifully served.
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HearthPrice: Moderate• American• Kirkland
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4.4

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